The Healthy Planet – February 2014

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Publisher’s Corner

February: A Test Of Patience

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ebruary is a month of “patience” for me. And perhaps for everyone else as well. Winter lingers on in St. Louis and everything is usually frozen in time.

February is the caboose of winter. And like a motorist waiting at the crossing, we count the cars and wonder how long until we come to the end of this train. (Of course I do realize that they retired cabooses some year ago, but cut me some slack, I am using a metaphor here.) You get the point, winter is not my friend. The bards like to use winter and the month of February as a time of reflection, love and romance. I get it. There are no flowers blooming to write about and few too many birds seeking mates. The little sparrow I watched yesterday with my cat Silva, was perched on the blade of the ceiling fan under the roof of our deck fluffing up his feathers so much to keep warm that he looked like a blowfish. My wife Niki said she saw a raccoon come out of the sewer at 8 am in the morning and just wander around in circles, quite disoriented from the freezing temperatures.The squirrels on our front porch keep coming out to see what happened to the pumpkins I had left over from Halloween. They like to eat holes in them to get to the tasty pumpkin seeds. But those have long gone to the compost pile. They froze and then thawed (one warm day) and then slowly melted like a Salvador Dali painting. Even our Wiener Lab Shayla has a hard time digging holes in the

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frozen tundra. January has been tough. And now February will be a test of patience. We will get a few warm days (you know the balmy 40s). The snow will melt and then everything will turn to mud and then it will freeze a time or two again. It’s the passage of the seasons in old St. Lou. OMG I started to channel a poet. And miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep. Help, I am caught in verse. What the heck else is there to do in February. Even the groundhog is pulled out of his hole to look around for a shadow. And let me get this straight, if he sees his shadow it mean 6 more weeks of winter? So if it’s a nice day on Feb. 2, it is a bad omen? And if it is cloudy and nasty, then we are in for an early Spring? Wow, someone must have been refuting global warming when they came up with that one. Oh, yea, the dip in the Arctic Vortex has nothing to do with climate change. Oh, forget it, I am too cold to argue. But we do have Valentines Day to fall back on in February. The day of love. I do like the concept.

Love can make you feel wonderful, crazy, insane, intense, euphoric, tremendous, depressed, anxious, ... it’s the rollercoaster of emotions. But without it, we would not have poets, country music, valentine cards, those little candies with sayings on them like “Smooch”, “Love You” and “Ouch”. Someone once said Valentine’s Day was created by Hallmark, but that is just too cynical. Everyone knows it was Brachs. Did you know that Susan Brach married William Hallmark in the early 1800s and an empire was created. That’s a lie, Bazinga! These are the kind of columns you get from me when my creative juices become ice pops. My monkey ears get frostbite. My glasses fog up every time I enter the house. I even was taking pictures of frost formed on the window pane.

Now that was cool! But I am counting the train cars. Waiting for the first crocus to peek ... before my patience runs out of anti-freeze!

Thawingly, J.B. Lester; Publisher On The Cover: Heart Watercolor Quilt by Niki Lester

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Do You Have A Heart-Wall?

by Dorothy Tomasic, M.A. Certified Emotion Code and EPT Works Practitioner

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id you know that your heart beats 100,000 times every day?

That’s more than 36 million times in a year! Daily your mighty heart sends 2,000 gallons of blood flowing through a network of 60,000 miles of blood vessels that feed your organs and tissues.

We now know that the heart’s function is for more than pumping blood. The heart is also an emotional organ and can be thought of as the center of your being – many cultures consider the heart the seat of the soul, where love and creativity reside.

Cardiologists are studying the effects that emotion has on the heart. In a recent study, it was found that arteries responded favorably by dilating when people laughed and constricting when people viewed violent images. I like the idea of laughing being good for our heart – but we already knew this intuitively, didn’t we? That we feel at ease when we laugh, feel joy, and receive or give love.

And we feel stress when angry, resentful or sad.

The Institute of Heart Math, a research center dedicated to the study of the heart and the physiology of emotions, has conducted numerous studies identifying the relationship between emotions and the heart. A number of

their studies have provided new insight into understanding how the activity of the heart is linked to our emotions and our health, vitality and well-being.

Have you ever been wounded emotionally?

Or because of an emotional situation, felt that your heart was aching or even breaking? Dr. Bradley Nelson, developer of the Emotion Code healing technique, believes that when people experience a deep sense of grief, hurt or loss more than a couple of times in their life, that their subconscious mind will form an “energy wall” to protect their heart against further heartache and emotional wounding. He refers to this wall of energy as the “Heart-Wall”.

According to Dr. Nelson, the Heart-Wall blocks us from fully opening our hearts to others.

Initially, the Heart-Wall served as protection, but later in life can, if not removed, contribute to you having a harder time being able to give and receive love freely. When the energetic HeartWall is removed from the body, the difference can sometimes be felt immediately, but in most cases the change is more subtle and occurs over time. Clients often report that their hearts feel lighter once the last trapped emotion is removed from their Heart-Wall!

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Dear Seeker of Health & Fitness, Be honest with yourself. Do you like what you see when you look in the mirror—especially a full-length mirror? Do you want to turn back the hands of time? Has your quality of life been diminishing a little bit here and a little bit there because your appearance, health, energy, and resilience are slowly slipping from your grasp? And do you feel stymied because you don’t quite know what steps to take next, even though you’re battered on every side by lifestyle advice from family, friends, and countless “authorities”? More diets, more fads, more opinions?

At the heart of it all, you don’t like what is physically happening to you. And you’re not stupid. But intelligence has little to do with it. The all-too-human truth is this: Most people in your shoes continue to react in ways that harm themselves over time! Why is that? Because the emotional distress that comes with body distortion and premature aging begs for relief, NOW! The desire for quick relief simply overwhelms rational thinking about possible long-term damage and failure. Let’s face it: for many overweight people, this is a desperate struggle. You may even be one of those desperate strugglers, running from diet to diet, and gym to gym, but with little to show for it.

For such desperation, anything that seems to offer a quick, easy answer to weight loss or other health and fitness problems is a straw worth grasping for. But that’s precisely the problem. Everywhere you look, people are offering you only straws to grasp, straws that come with great promises of quick, easy solutions (but their disclaimers about “atypical” results tell the truth). Somehow the promises just don’t pan out because straws, no matter what shiny, new packages they are wrapped in, are still straws! Each new weight-loss fad brings new hope, but hope is not a stable course of action! Working with scientific facts and principles is. You see, re-education is your missing link to a more youthful appearance, higher level of wellness, and greater quality of life. Re-education is how you create success with permanent weight loss.

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LOVE IS always READY & WAITING

by Christine Kniffen, LCSW, Therapist & Relationship Coach

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o, what is love? This is a topic that does not suffer a lack of opinions as to how to define it. It is perhaps one of the most written about, talked about topics we know.

Culture is filled with endless platitudes exposing plenty of silly nonsense. Take for example the one that says, “Love is never having to say you are sorry”. Wow, what a load of you know what. Nothing could be further from the truth. Love is absolutely about knowing how to say you are sorry. Love has everything to do with being able to transcend oneself, ego and all, and learn how to become better at empathizing with another. It has everything to do with being able to take ownership of how your words and behaviors affect those around you. Love is like a great big bag of Miracle Grow. It provides an incredible catalyst for growth. When you have the right compatibility matchup two people can soar towards the heavens, higher and higher, leaving behind the “me” attitude and instead learning how to begin paying attention to the greater world at large. Pain keeps people stuck in a terrible loop, endlessly and narrowly focused on themselves, unable to grow. Love moves us forward towards our real purpose. In the context of love, we learn to free ourselves from the fears and anxieties that keep us stuck in tunnel vision. Through love we begin to think about our place in the larger context of the world and we begin to ponder how we might make a positive contribution throughout our lives. Love isn’t just about what we get, love is all about learning to give.

Our entire nature is all about love. When we deny this to ourselves, often by not insisting upon more or else leaving when relationships aren’t working, we deny the world our greatest gift. This is the gift of us.

Deepak Chopra once said, “…..you will discover that there is only one beauty, and you are that.” Each person has a unique offering to make to society and the world at large. This is one of the greatest lessons you can teach your children. The message that they are capable,

important, valued and especially, that they have something significant to contribute. This supercharges a child’s self-confidence, allowing them to then make smart relationship choices, thereby continuing to pass this fantastic characteristic forward for benefit of both the people and the planet. Oh no, time for a silly little platitude. How about the one that says, “Love conquers all”. It does, if collectively used for the greater good.

But, love is never enough in and of itself for a fantastic relationship. One needs a pleasant atmosphere of cooperation, compromise and participation with which to work out the differences. Equally important, we need to be linked with a partner that makes it safe to face and finally rid oneself of the past hurts, hence lies, that we tell ourselves as to our deservedness in life and love.

Love and compassion go hand and hand.

According to the Dalai Lama, ‘…genuine compassion is based on the rationale that all human beings have an innate desire to be happy and overcome suffering, just like me”. This understood commonality allows us to feel more connected to others, thus capable of compassion even towards someone we don’t like.

Additionally, I heard the other day that research indicates our DNA is 99.9% similar to that of an earthworm.

We are all so very much more similar than we realize.

Wouldn’t it be great if we all just paused occasionally to let that sink in just a bit? Love opens the door to learning how to acquire dignity and respect for all creatures, great and small. It provides an opportunity for multiplied unity and power to lift those from oppression, poverty and the likes. This is the aspiration of love.

This is the great, hopeful potential of love. If you are having any trouble letting love in, then it is time to fight back and do something about it. Stop wasting time and get your gift out to the world. Break down those walls, re-arrange your perspectives on love and relationships and get out there and get some. Love is always ready & waiting. Are you going to come aboard?

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Life Lesson:

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his past Thanksgiving was probably the happiest I have ever experienced. Like so many of us, family events can be stressful and difficult at best, and serenity is rarely the norm at these huge gatherings. So, after spending a surprisingly harmonious afternoon with my loved ones, I then spent days afterward in reflective and dissection hoping to uncover the mystery behind its joyous success. (After all, if I could experience one happy holiday, surely I could recreate more of these harmonious future events!)

The truth really wasn’t that hard to figure out. My brother had pretty much summed it all up during one of our more intimate conversations when he shared some stories he’d been told by a patient of his. But, it was in understanding my role in the power behind these stories that reminded me, yet again, that despite the complexity of human behavior, relationship dynamics, and our consistent biological programming which has us perpetually looking for problems (often catapulting our minds into worry, fear, and negativity), that I came to succinctly focus on the simple outline for joy which I’d experienced.

It’s true that there is no one precise handbook for human interaction, but if we can keep just 3 small core points in mind, we can master

the realm of harmony in any given moment.

Point 1 – Gandhi said it best, “Be the change you wish to see in the world”. Change starts and ends with us because we only have control over ourselves. Thus, that is where we should focus our energies for change.

Point 2 – “Peace begins when expectations end.” (Buddhist proverb.) If we consistently put the power of our happiness in the hands of others, we will almost always be disappointed. Again, we must look inside to manifest true contentment.

Point 3 – It all takes practice.

To change our behaviors (points 1 and 2), we need to remember that we are the co-creators of our lives.

Therefore, we must remain focused, tenacious, and patient.

Then, it will come.

It isn’t always easy keeping our thoughts on course. It helps to have supportive people, reliable resources, and effective tools at our disposal so that we can stay ever vigilant towards this end. A word stone is a tool I’ve found that can serve as a focusing reminder. I carry Gandhi’s words with me in my pocket.

And, when I find myself giving my power away, I reach in and touch this reminder of where my true power lies, in my soul as a cocreator in my life.

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How Do You Know Your Heart Is Celtic?

by Kimberly Schneider, M.Ed., J.D., LPC

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alentine’s Day! In my house, along with expressions of affection for our loved ones, Feb. 14th also means we’ve just celebrated Imbolc, and St. Patrick’s Day is coming.

You may not have known that February 1st marks the beginning of spring (Imbolc) in the Celtic calendar and perhaps you don’t yearn to head to an Irish pub for trad. music when March 17th arrives. But even if that’s true, and even if you don’t have a drop of Irish, Scottish or Welsh blood, you might have a Celtic heart.

How do you know your heart is Celtic? Here are a few clues: You are capable of wonder.

You encounter the sacred in the rituals of everyday life.

You’re connected to people who’ve passed on.

Beauty can move you to tears.

The sky, the sea, the animals and the trees sometimes speak to you.

You know that words have power.

Your soul is hungry for LIFE. You believe anything is possible (or at least, you want to believe it).

If any of these statements describe you (or you wish that they did), you might want to explore the spirituality of the Celts. Celtic tribes made their way across a huge expanse of Eurasia at different points in history. “The Celts,” as we now call them, were not one distinct people, but many different groups loosely connected through shared traditions and perspectives. And we can’t state with certainty what spirituality meant to the Celts, since their sacred teachings were not recorded in writing.

Only clues remain. In mythology and archaeology, and in the stories, music, poems and traditions still found in rural Ireland, we can catch glimpses of who they were, and what they believed.

Getting Rolfed and How We Walk

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'm sure we all know the benefits of walking, it is a fantastic exercise. If you do a search on the internet you'll find more information about the benefits than I can write about here.

Lets take a moment and examine from Dr. Rolf's view how we walk. Here again the articles talk about brisk to moderate. I'm talking about another kind of how.

With Dr. Rolf's work we are interested in how the legs move. Where does it happen from, the knee, hip, ankle? Is the alignment of the legs straight and supporting the body or are the knees coming together while the feet are wide apart? Are the knees looking forward like the headlights on a car? Do the feet point forward or are they going out to the sides? The wear patterns on your shoes tell a story about how and where your weight is on your feet.

So not only is this a wonderful thing for walking, how about going up or down stairs? That's right, the same patterns happen here. In fact, stairs can show the patterns much sooner than just regular walking.

So what do we do? We have a hands-on method to assist you in changing your patterns and creating an awareness of these new patterns to change out the old ones. As your patterns change it is easier to walk and do so for longer periods of time. Walking is meant to be effortless and a joy.

Our work has more to offer than just teaching you to walk. Something many of us were not taught. We figured it out by imitated our parents or others who were or are influential in our lives when we were young. SO what else to talk about… re-patterning the whole body; finding alignment in gravity; ease of movement.

To learn more about us and what we do checkout our website RolfSTL.com and Follow us on Facebook @ Cina Structural Integration to get updates about walking and more. Alan & Sally have been serving the St Louis Community for many years. We also do 4-handed sessions, which offer greater integration and are exponentially more effective.

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But we don’t need, nor should we try, to replicate history. The problems and opportunities of today’s world require more of us than imitations. They ask us to be here, now.

Present and aware, with our sense of wonder reawakened to hear the whisperings of the Divine. Open to possibilities. Receptive to the song on the wind, the message in the sky, the wisdom of our ancestors inspiring our modern Celtic hearts.

Have a Celtic heart then, have you? If you do, I hope you’ll join us for a Celtic Spirituality in July, Retreat in Ireland www.KimberlySchneider.com/trips, and/or the Celtic Soul Experience I’m facilitating with Irish singing/songwriting brothers Owen and Moley O’Suilleabhain in St. Louis March 8th! http://togetherinfaithseries.com/

Kimberly Schneider, M.Ed., J.D., LPC has studied, taught and written about Celtic spirituality for decades. She facilitates classes, retreats and ceremonies at sacred spaces in the U.S. and Ireland, helping modern seekers find fresh relevance in the wisdom of the ancient Celts. The author of Everything You Need Is Right Here: Five Steps to Manifesting Magic and Miracles and the spoken word CD Terrible Beauty: Poetry and Reflections for Precarious Times, Kimberly teaches Communication at Washington University and is a regular contributor to Great Day St. Louis television show. Request Kimberly’s free Conscious Manifestation eCourse and receive a download of the and first chapter of her book at www.KimberlySchneider.com.

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CanCer is Your Messenger: Early Warning Signs of Cancer

By Simon Yu, MD

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ecently I got a telephone message for a complaint from my patient’s friend. Apparently, I missed the diagnosis of cancer with advanced stage IV abdominal lymphoma for her elderly dear friend. She left the message that the patient is not coming back to see me anymore since I missed the diagnosis of cancer. The message was somewhat accusatory and said I did not touch the patient nor did I palpate looking for cancer during her physical examination. The patient is scheduled to go through chemotherapy.

I was not automatically thinking malpractice but the message was rather unpleasant, more of an accusation. I reviewed her chart to see if I overlooked any clues for the missing diagnosis of lymphoma. I saw her for the first time 3 years ago, with the chief complaints of no energy, forgetfulness with poor memory, and no stamina. She had a history of thyroid problems, depression, and, osteopenia and neck pain. She had been getting physical therapy and chiropractic adjustments.

Her physical examination was unremarkable with no palpable lymph nodes. I noticed she had extensive dental work done. Her acupuncture meridian assessment indicated that her biggest problem seemed to originate from dental related problems. Dental X-ray showed five root canals. I told her that her medical conditions might be related to her hidden dental problems and referred her to a biological dentist. She also had very high mercury and lead levels indicated by provocation testing. Therefore, I put her on oral chelation therapy.

She had her dental work done and I saw her on a few occasions since. The last time I saw her was about a year ago. My examination indicated that she still needed more dental work to be done even though she already had gone through extensive dental work.

This is rather common. It is also one of the most difficult situations I see, where the patient has spent a great deal of money to get dental work done, only to be told that the dental work is not complete and requires more dental treatment. At that stage, the patient can be angry, with me and the dentist, skeptical, and accusatory that I am in cahoots with the dentist.

Detecting hidden dental problems has been the most daunting task I see as a physician. It is also often the most expensive part of the holistic medical care. I’ve written many articles on dental related medical problems including case studies. This case is no exception. Most adult cancer patients have multiple risk factors with a long list of potential causative factors for the development of cancer. Hidden dental problems, such as root canals, dental implants, mercury amalgams, and cavitations (jaw bone infections) have often been overlooked as if dental and medical problems are not related as origins of illness.

Cancer doesn’t happen overnight. So, what are the early warning signs and symptoms for cancer? Often, there are no warning signs at all. Or it could simply be that an unsuspected, or undiscovered, dental problem, or a myriad of other problems, is the connection to cancer. Here are common early warning signs and symptoms for cancer that should not be overlooked if the symptoms are persistent.

• Chronic indigestion • a sore that does not heal within a few weeks • a change in bowel or bladder habits • Persistent hoarseness or a cough • Difficulty in swallowing • unexplainable weight loss and fatigue • subtle changes in behavior, headaches, and neurological symptoms • a change in size, color, or discharge in skin or organ systems • a lump that does not go away Most of these early signs are subtle and insidious. We often overlook them for many years as just a nuisance or inconvenience while we look for a quick treatment to relieve the symptoms like indigestion with anti-acid medications.

If you need prolonged anti-acid medications, you are blocking the necessary acid production in the stomach that is critical for the breakdown of ingested food into protein, fat, and carbohydrates, as well as for killing bacteria and parasites. TV commercials are saturated with selling antiacid medications with sleek, misleading information when often taking apple cider vinegar or digestive enzymes might be sufficient for the most common indigestion and

acid reflux like symptoms.

It may take many years for the development of cancer as a palpable mass during physical examination. However, it may seem like the whole process happened overnight when, all of a sudden, you are able to, one day, palpate the lump or an Xray or CT scan shows a tumor in your body.

I wish I could tell my patient that “I am sorry I missed the diagnosis for cancer” and recommend re-evaluating her situation but it was too late. She decided for chemotherapy. The good news is that many lymphoma patients do relatively well with chemotherapy however we still haven’t uncovered her potential causative factors for cancer. She may still have an unresolved dental infection that might be one of the triggering factors for the inflammation and development of lymphoma.

Don’t be frightened by a diagnosis of cancer. Don’t panic if you have some of the early warning signs. It does not mean you have cancer. Cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence. Cancer is your messenger. It is the last messenger telling you to listen to your body and listen to your inner voice.

Cancer is a wakeup call to change your life. A cancer diagnosis gives you the opportunity to re-examine your life value system. You can embrace the messenger with utmost gratitude as a turning point of your life. For more reading on cancer, I recommend reading Cancer and Cancerous Mind: Cancer as a Turning Point and Nutritional Therapies for Cancer on my website.

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 on alternative medicine as well as patient success stories, and Dr. Yu’s revolutionary health book, Accidental Cure: Extraordinary Medicine for Extraordinary Patients, visit his website 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. Call to verify the date. Seating is limited, arrive early.

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Collagen Anti-Aging Red Light Therapy

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reakthrough treatments in Red Light therapy were discovered and researched by NASA, Mayo Clinic, National Institutes of Health, and the US Military. Red Light Therapy is a safe, all-natural process that encourages the body to naturally produce enzymes, elastin fibers and collagen that support the skin’s structure. Numerous benefits are continually unfolding the more and the longer this therapy is being used.

First, the most obvious is skin rejuvenation, especially on the face: wrinkles and fine lines disappear, as well as blemishes and redness, age spots, freckles, and hyper-pigmentation; it also minimizes the size of facial pores and melts acne scars.

Second, Red Light therapy for pain relief is a gentle, non-invasive, drug-free and a chemicalfree alternative that has been shown to reduce and in some cases eliminate aches and pains. This deep penetrating light is effective for herniated and bulging discs; muscle related back pain, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, muscle spasms, joint pain, inflammation, nerve and sports injuries, neck pain and stiffness, and wounds. Red Light Therapy is also effective at repairing damaged skin, treating depression, killing bacteria,

melting stretch marks and aiding in cancer recovery.

Third, over time, improved oxygenation and detoxification of the skin is achieved as the vascular walls of the skin’s small blood vessels are strengthened, while it also regenerates and stimulates fibroblast cells which create collagen and elastin synthesis, followed by improved natural repair and the creation of healthy skin. Red Light therapy is excellent for treatments of Psoriasis and Eczema and increases circulation throughout the entire body.

Red Light Therapy helps damaged skin to heal 200% faster than without intervention.

Fourth, Red Light therapy is absorbed by the mitochondria of cells and stimulates intracellular energy transfer (ATP) for enhanced cellular vitality and permeability and improved oxygenation. The treatments are restful and comforting, and one notices more energy, a sense of wellbeing, and more youthful, smooth and glowing skin. It truly is a lovely antiaging device and a treatment for anyone of any age.

Please call the St. Louis Aquatic Healing Center in Creve Coeur for an appointment or more information: 314-432-5228. We use several light treatment methods, including a Red Light Therapy Bed with the usual session being 20 minutes each.

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Physicians and aestheticians agree, it is the most powerful and effective way to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in the skin. Visible red (620nm-700nm) light shows at least 24 different positive changes at a cellular level.

Red light penetrates into the derma layer of the skin, energizing the cells, thereby helping to create collagen, which helps to plump up the skin, and elastin, which helps to firm the skin and diminish fine lines and wrinkles.

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Don’t Let Your Testosterone Get You Down

by Rosa Kincaid, M.D.

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any of us are aware of the change that women may go through as they approach their late forties and fifties. These changes usually involve fatigue, low libido loss of muscle mass and, let’s not forget, hot flashes. Many are not aware that men also go through a change. For a man it can mean: increase in belly fat, decline in sexual and athletic performance, and onset of grumpiness or depression.

Many men describe it as “not feeling like themselves.” While it is often shrugged off as just being a normal part of aging, many men are continuing to build strong muscle and maintain sexual prowess into their 80’s and beyond! It is not normal to start breaking down in your 40’s, 50’s or sixties. Your state of being at that age is due to: your diet, exercise activity, stress management (cortisol levels), and of course, the probability of having a low “T” level.

The “T” stands for testosterone. While most people think of sexual activity when they hear this word, men have testosterone receptors on their brain, heart, muscles as well as sexual organs. It’s no wonder testosterone is so important to a man’s total well-being. Many men and women are suffering due to hormone imbal-

ances and just agreeing with the idea that your happy days are over when someone convinces you that you are “over the hill.” And, it seems that people go “over the hill” at different ages and with different causes.

Some men feel old at 45.

Some are still going strong at much older ages. Before you’ve decided to throw in the towel, I would like to inform you that this is a condition that can be quantified and fixed in a natural way. The inability to lose the belly fat and maintain the muscle mass could be due to a hormone imbalance. But if looking better, feeling sexy and performing better are not enough, be assured that well-documented studies have also shown a decreased risk for diabetes, prostate cancer and premature death in those men who have normal testosterone levels.

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ocally-owned nadoz Bakery + Cafe serves fresh, healthy and imaginative fast, casual food. Conveniently located at The Boulevard across from The Galleria next to Crate and Barrel, it was easy to park in the attached garage and has a welcoming, modern European atmosphere. Unique to nadoz, they offer a raw juice bar, which is a concept still fairly new to St. Louis, and offers all fresh fruits and seasonal vegetables juiced and made to order.

I watched as the fresh ingredients were inserted whole into the juicer and the natural juice full of vitamins and goodness poured out. The balance of the fruit and vegetables complemented each other and I would not have guessed that I was drinking vegetables. This tasty disguise allows you to try different fruit and vegetable combinations than you may not normally eat, which will then fill you with a variety of different vitamins.

Juicing helps your digestive system rest so that you can absorb a greater amount of nutrients from the vegetables, and allows you to consume the benefits of vegetables in a delicious way. nadoz has 8 different raw juice choices on their daily menu plus a special juice of the month. Their top seller is the “Mean Green” which combines kale, celery, apple and parsley. February’s juice of the month, called “beating heart-beet,” is red in honor of Valentine’s Day and contains – you guessed it! - fresh beets. Add some whey protein for that extra protein boost. Or choose to add it to a Fresh Fruit Smoothie which blends fresh fruit article continues on page 17

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by Kari Hartel, RD, LD Program Coordinator, Cooking Matters, Operation Food Search

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mericans are now more overweight than ever, and the current obesity epidemic is often attributed to oversized portions.

However, while huge portion sizes have likely contributed to this growing public health issue, experts in the field would argue that constant snacking is often to blame for Americans’ expanding waistlines.

Couple that with the fact that most of us aren’t getting enough physical activity each day and it’s easy to see why obesity is still plaguing our nation.

Research has found that over the past three decades the average portion size increased by about 12%, but the real contributor to extra calories isn’t how much we’re eating, but how often. Research discovered that we’re eating 29% more often—from 3.8 meals and snacks per day to 4.9 per day. We’re constantly exposed to food everywhere we go and marketing has cleverly made us think we need to be snacking all day long.

However, Americans’ love for snacking doesn’t have to mean we’re all doomed to gain weight. In fact, snacking can be a healthy practice if done in the right way. Try to be cognizant of what you eat, how often you eat and how much you eat. Here are some healthy snacking tips: Determine whether or not you’re truly hungry or if you’re just reaching for a snack because you’re bored, tired, frustrated or experiencing another cue for emotional eating.

Avoid “mindless munching� where you’re snacking while tackling other tasks and not realizing

how much you’re really eating. While at work, keep unhealthy snacks away from your desk and out of your view so you don’t end up going through an entire bag of chips or bowl of candy while working at your desk.

Keep a stash of healthy, low-calorie snacks easy visible. Have washed, cut-up fresh fruit and vegetables in zip-top bags in the front of your fridge at home or the office. Having quick, easy access to healthy snacks will increase the likelihood that you’ll choose those foods over other unhealthy snack staples, such as chips, candy and other high-calorie foods.

Always try to include a fruit or vegetable in your snack choice and select normal portion sizes (a serving of fruit: a piece about the size of a tennis ball).

Keep snacks to 100-150 calories or less.

Oftentimes your “snack� is really more like a meal in terms of the amount of calories it contains.

Try to aim for three well-balanced meals a day and one snack, perhaps two if you are exercising vigorously.

If you’re feeling low on energy and that afternoon slump has you feeling tempted to reach for a high-calorie snack fix, go for a brisk 15-30 minute walk instead. Walking will invigorate you and leave you feeling ready to take on the rest of your day.

Check next month’s issue of The Healthy Planet Magazine for “Green Springs Eternal!� featuring Operation Food Search nutritionists and friends modeling spring clothing by local boutiques Rung and Sprung! Learn about Operation Food Search programs Cooking MattersŽ, Cooking MattersŽ at the Store, and Operation Backpack. Please join us in the No Kid HungryŽ movement to end childhood hunger! www.OperationFoodSearch.org.

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Green LivinG Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Topics For A Greener World

Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, and any other country that signs on agrees to conform their domestic policies to TPP

by Kathleen Logan Smith rules. This has implications for food labeling, pestiPolicy Director, cide regulation, toxic chemicals, water quality, food Coalition For The Environment safety, medicine, internet accessibility, privacy, and www.moeniron.org sovereignty.

Congress must approve trade deals. With so much at stake, scrutinizing the TPP and eliminating the portions that undermine our interests is the minimum we expect from our Congressmen and women.

Unfortunately, the Obama Administration is ast month Wikileaks released the draft of pushing hard for a “Fast-Track” bill that would force the “Environment Chapter” of the Trans Congress to vote yes or no on the TPP without debatPacific Trade Partnership agreement ing its provisions, without seeking what is best for (TPP). It has to be leaked because the TPP has been America and Americans, without changes and withcrafted by more than 600 corporate lobbyists working out scrutiny. in secret with government Missouri has eight Rep. Alan Grayson described it officials negotiating with representatives in this way in an article in foreign governments over Congress who will help the past seven years. And the Huffington Post last summer: decide the fate of Fast our elected officials have not "It's all about tying the hands of Track. Please make the been permitted to read the call today and ask that democratically elected TPP. everyone of them governments, and shunting With all that time and an stands against Fast authority over to the nonelected Track and for you. entire planet in environmental crisis ranging from for the benefit of multinational For additional drought, famine, flooding, information on TPP, corporations," Grayson said. ecosystem destruction, trade and corporations "It's an assault on democratic dwindling water supplies, please read our article, government.” deadly air pollution, intensiShould our trade policy fied natural disasters, species loss, oceanic acidificaensure greed trumps good? at www.moenviron.org. tion, melting polar ice caps, collapsing fisheries, Missouri Coalition for the Environment, 3115 S. growing nuclear waste stockpiles, and the world’s Grand Blvd. Suite 650, Saint Louis, MO 63118. largest nuclear power disaster spreading radioactivity across the Pacific ocean – well, you’d think the ‘enviWe provide ronment’ section would be longer than 22 pages in a document whose other chapters sprawl over huna wide dreds of pages. variety of However, you’ll find that even those 22 pages are commercial wasted with trite, meaningless, and vague expresrecycling sions that fail to grasp the magnitude of the damage done to the biological systems that support human services metro life on the planet. wide with flexible schedules.

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nvironmental topics, my stock-intrade, have thankfully become a real part of our societal dialogue.

We encounter Green stuff not only in the news, but also all over popular culture: celebrity sightings, product design, comedy skits, advertising; woven into the fabric of how-was-your-day. Topics that were geek domain less than a decade ago now color everyday conversations. We’re talking about climate extremes, plastics in our water supply, growing healthy-eating justice in urban food deserts, human population, and . . .

ERGGHHH! Stop the presses! Do-over!

Rewind! Population?

Who’s going to tell us what we can and can’t do about our own (burgeoning) numbers? I personally don’t want government, religion, or business messing in my personal choices. That goes for environmental types too!

But I do want – and have wanted, in my reproductive years – good information to help me make sound choices, and the opportunities to make them. For myself, my society, and for the planet I live on. Would you want the same for yourself?

For your daughters?

Good reasons to broaden our Green horizons to engage with population issues too.

The Population Institute, a globally active nonprofit based in Washington DC, works to build public and policy-maker awareness of the social, economic and environmental consequences of rapid population growth.

I’ve talked to PI folks in radio interviews.

These were some zippy on-air chats. Reporting on developing-world production of soap operas we heard how plot lines and characters dramatized locally flavored street smarts on population themes – and how local data is documenting beneficial changes in viewing-public behavior. I helped promote “World Vasectomy Day,” an effort (started by one guy) to recruit hundreds of doctors and thousands of men to help limit reproduction with a voluntary SNIP. A counter in the PI homepage corner tells me the size of one whopping species (us) needing to share all of Earth’s resources with me (I get less than a 7.2 billionth share) and how many more of my kind have arrived since I logged onto www.populationinstitute.org (about 6,000 humans while I wrote this page).

Every one of these individuals needs – and some would claim deserves - water, food, shelter, love and ways to fulfill each one’s destiny. And these numbers and needs of course do not cover caring for all the rest of the kinds of our relatives in (sing it with me, please) The Circle of Life.

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Look under the rocks of enviro-problems and you’ll usually find a human-population cause.

People use plastic stuff that degrades, contaminates soil and water, and chokes or poisons other species. People consume electric power that drives extraction and combustion of fossil fuels and concentrates atmospheric gases that drastically kink up climate patterns. People buy big-box stores full of “goods” that drain already-stressed family budgets and chain invisible “foreign” workers in sweatshops to keep prices low-low-low. All this and more times 7.2 billion (and counting) of our peeps adds up to ow-ow-ow.

Enviro-wisdom also reveals another side to these situations, by understanding how solutions exist within even the most pressing problems: how people working, thinking and caring together can dream and cooperate sensible ways to meet a biodiverse population’s needs (not limited to but including ours), without totally trashing the Earth (that sustains us).

Especially inspiring to me, being a female, is that educating women and girls is an internationally proven key to sustainable turnarounds of our overall economic, social and environmental messes.

Not an instant solution for sure, but a process built on values to encourage and empower, not oppress and enslave, more than half of humankind.

Working toward these ends, the Population Institute promotes international and U.S. support for voluntary family planning programs, to give women and girls the power to choose when to bear children. “Empowerment of women” covers legal, political, economic, and social equality, including sexual and reproductive rights. These are critical rights to achieve in a world where one human gender is still considered property of the other, an imbalanced injustice that leaves us playing with less than half a deck, and totally whacks the playing field for pretty much every other species.

Including population in our popular talk – and integrating PI-type intelligence and skills into the enviro-education mix – will sustainably forge important links conveniently missing in our social thinking.

Let’s pop the bubble of illusion about population topics, and change our climate of misinformation and ideological raving. Let’s sprout some population-savvy as we continue to Green up our popular culture.

Jean Ponzi’s radio show “Earthworms” was honored last month with a Global Media Award from the Population Institute. Listen live Mondays, 7-8 pm, on FM-88 KDHX or www.kdhx.org or download podcasts from www.kdhx.org/ondemand.

duced and hosted the weekly environmental radio talk show, “Earthworms,” on FM-88 KDHX for over 20 years. Jean is a consistent, thoughtful and outspoken voice on population growth and its impact on the environment. Her award winning efforts over the past year included at least five The Population Institute handed out its shows that explored the population/environ34th annual Global Media Awards recentment nexus. ly in Washington D.C. The recipients Other recipients were: Isaac Masingati, a made a significant contribution to public reporter at Malawi’s The Daily Times; Alan discussion and understanding of population Jean Ponzi Weisman, the author of several books; East and family planning related issues. The Los High for Best TV Show & Social Media; Population Institute is proud to recognize these Blessed Fruit of the Womb for Best Film or individuals and news outlets for their journalistic Miniseries; Carmen Barroso of International excellence and valuable insights.

Planned Parenthood Federation and Michael Earthworms with host Jean Ponzi received the Brune of the Sierra Club for Best Opinion Piece award for Best Radio Show. Jean Ponzi, known as for “Women at the Center of a Sustainable World.”

“Green Jean”, has been an environmental force For more information visit www.populationinstiaround St. Louis for over 25 years, and has proture.org.

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Operating Solar Off the Grid: A Panel Discussion Feb. 25

By Johanna Schweiss, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator, USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter

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013 was a big year for the photovoltaic (solar) industry. The last Solar Energy Industries Association’s Solar Market Insight Report predicted that 2013 would be the first year in more than a decade that the US installs more solar capacity than Germany! And the residential market continues to see the most rapid growth of any segment of the U.S. market.

The benefits of installing a PV system in your home include saving money, increasing property values, and preserving natural

GROWING GREEN AWARDS Honoring People + Organizations Transforming the Built Environment

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.S. Green Building Council – Missouri Gateway Chapter is excited to host our 6th Annual Growing Green awards to celebrate and recognize people, organizations, institutions and companies that are transforming our built environment and our community into a healthier, more environmentally friendly and prosperous place to live, work and learn.

We are so proud to recognize local leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and designers that advocate for high performance buildings, implement sustainably progressive communities, and demonstrate green as good business. Past nominees and winners share a passion for making the region more sustainable – one building at a time. The award categories span a wide range of efforts and are designed to be inclusive of all individuals, groups and organizations that are committed to green buildings and green communities, which includes new and existing buildings, landscapes, objects and systems.

2014 Growing Green Award categories are: Community Champion: demonstrating leadership in giving back to our community through commitment of time, energy and passion to the built environment.

Education: exemplifying leadership in education pertaining to the built environment. Education occurs in many facets: the classroom; the workplace; in local government; at home; and lots of places in between.

Emerging Leader: recent arrivals to the sustainability movement making great strides in advancing sustainable practices as they relate to our built environment. These individuals or organizations are likely (but not required) to be young professionals and our green leaders of tomorrow.

Innovation: exemplifying leadership in transforming the built environment through the pioneering of new technologies and thinking forward to the needs of tomorrow.

Operational Excellence: representing leadership in operating the buildings and landscapes in our community with environmental sensitivity, resource efficiency, and longevity.

Restoration: exemplify leadership in preservation, restoration and redevelopment of our built environment.

Winners will be announced at the Awards celebration and dinner on Thursday, March 27, 2014. For info please visit online at www.usgbcmogateway.org/green-awards/. Questions? E-mail GrowingGreenAwards@gmail.com or call USGBCMissouri Gateway staff at (314) 577-0854.

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In addition, many homeowners install solar in a desire for energy independent and security. Extended power outages can be more than just inconvenient when families must relocate, due to the inability to use home medical devices and charge cell phones. This further makes the case for installing residential solar panels until homeowners realize they can’t use their photovoltaic system during a power outage.

The vast majority of PV systems connect to the electrical grid allowing homeowners to sell excess energy back to their utility. When the grid goes down in a power outage, these gridtied solar systems shut down as well. If they

were to continue to feed electricity into the grid, it could injure utility workers repairing

lines and equipment.

So what’s a homeowner with a PV to do?

How can a system be designed that could be usable when not connected to the grid? Get some answers to these questions on Tuesday, February 25! Panelists will discuss clear criteria and obstacles to operating PV off the grid, such as limitations of control interfaces, as well as the increase in costs of systems. Also to be discussed is how difficult and costly it is to have an existing PV system retrofitted.

Please join us from 3:00 to 5:00 pm on Tuesday, February 25th. To learn more and RSVP, visit www.usgbc-mogateway.org

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A Walking Meditation in Winter’s Garden

by Linda Wiggen Kraft

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inter is a time to settle into silence, to find that sweet inner space of soul’s pure essence and to be one with nature. There is quiet in the winter. The soft sound of snow falling is a gentle silence not heard at any other time of the year.

The quiet essence and colors of winter are a reflection of the inner stillness the soul yearns for.

A walk alone where one’s heart, eyes and mind are open is essential for a winter’s garden walking meditation. Being wise about the weather and dressing for it is a must, but both sunny days and days that seem drab can be perfect for a winter garden walk.

A walking meditation allows a person to be in the moment and aware of all that is around. It is a time to be mindful of the body as it moves through the outdoor space and a time to feel part of the landscape. A walking pace that feels easy and comfortable, while allowing time to notice the details of the surrounding world works best. Stopping to observe the subtleties of a tree’s bark, or the imprint of a fallen leaf in the snow is

all part of the journey. There is no destination, just the journey. A set time of 20 minutes is often done, or the journey may take its own time.

Begin by going to a park, garden or place in nature that can easily be walked through. Enter this space and open your heart to connect with the land, plants and animals that inhabit this world. Feel the crossing of a threshold into a sacred winter space. Hold this space in your heart and allow yourself to receive the beauty and power of it. Stand still and breath in and out deeply for a few moments. Feel feet connecting with the earth and breath in the sky.

As each step is taken, be aware of body connecting to earth, the life underground even in winter, the cool air of each breath, the plants above ground alive now, be aware of it all.

For some walking meditations a gatha, meaning verse or hymm, is inwardly recited. The first line is recited with the in breath, the second with the out breath and so on.

Here is a winter’s gatha for walking meditation: Entering this winter garden I feel the quiet, peace and power of winter I am one with this garden.

I leave behind all that is not of this moment Walking mindfully with open heart will let winter softly grab your attention. Unlike summer that shouts it’s bright colors and seductive shapes; the subtle colors, shapes and movements of the cold months will enter into the deep quiet of the soul to bring a serenity, invigoration and peace.

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

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Seeds - An Investment In The Future

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ontemplating this year’s landscape projects prompts questions of budget versus the wish list—how to afford all the new plants that you want to add? There are many ways to obtain new plants and the easiest is to buy plants already grown by a local nursery, prime for planting. Many gardeners choose to propagate and grow their own plants to cut costs. This can be a rewarding experience that is easier on the budget. Two easy methods of propagating plants are growing them from seed and dividing existing plants from your garden.

Seeds, those little parcels with so much promise for the future, whether purchased or collected, should be fresh (from the current year) for best results. Plants grown from seed maintain the genetic diversity of that species whereas plants grown from division are genetic clones of the parent (and thus have less genetic diversity).

While it is less expensive to grow plants from seed, patience is a virtue as it may take many plants two to three years to mature to blooming size. At this time of year, your best bet is to purchase seed (see the Resource Guide at www.grownative.org for seed sources). Plan ahead to collect some seed this coming year. Get to know plants’ bloom time to get an indication of when to begin collecting seeds. Seed collecting begins in late spring and continues through late fall, lagging about six weeks or so after the blooms fade. Be patient and allow the seeds time to ripen on the plant—the color of the seed typically becomes brownish in color. Seeds collected too soon do not continue to ripen and therefore will not germinate. Be sure to collect seed when the weather is dry and store the seed in a dry place to avoid spoilage due to mold. Don’t be greedy when collecting seed—take only what you need—local wildlife depends on these seeds for their survival.

Once dry, seed can be separated from chaff (plant parts that are not part of the seed), put in a ziplock, labeled with the date and plant name and kept in a cool, dark, dry place. Large areas of a landscape are less expensive to plant with seed rather

than plants, though some people will use some containerized plants and then seed the rest of the area. Seed sown directly outside in late November-December does not need to be stored or given a cold treatment. If you plan to store the seed for spring sowing, mimic winter by adding moist, not wet, media (50% sand/50% potting soil) to the seed in its ziplock bag and refrigerate for a minimum of eight weeks. This required cold treatment (referred to as stratification) enhances germination for most species. These pretreated seeds may be sown outside in the garden at the end of March, directly into the garden, or into pots. To speed up growth, sow seed inside in February-March using full-spectrum lighting and heating pads (attain a soil temperature of 65-70 degrees F.). Whatever method you use, record in a journal what, where and when seeds are collected as well as labeling and photographing both parent plants and seedlings for future reference.

While buying finished plants is easier, the gratification and joy of growing your own teaches the full circle way of the plant world, from seed production to seed collection to a whole new generation of plants the next year from which to collect a new crop of seeds. Teach your children and grandchildren how to collect seed and grow plants. Using Missouri native plants will acquaint you with the intimate interactions of pollinators (mostly insects) and the plants they visit, providing that valuable service, pollination, so that plants can produce yet another crop of seed for that year.

For more in-depth and hands-on information, attend the Native Plant School (at Shaw Nature Reserve) class, “Greenhouse Propagation” on Thursday, March 13 from 1-4 pm.

Cindy Gilberg is a Missouri native and horticulturist whose work includes design and consulting, teaching and writing. Much of her work focuses on native plants, habitat gardens and rain gardens. Cindy’s projects include work at Shaw Nature Reserve and its Native Plant School, the Shaw Professional Landscape Series and the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance. You can ontact Cindy at 314-630-1004 or cindy.gilberg@gmail.com.

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HERB LADY Cathy Schram Q: I keep hearing about Oil of Oregano. What is so great about it?

A: Oil of Oregano is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-parasitic and an anti-oxidant. It is one of the most powerful immune boosters there is. It is much more powerful than echinacea or goldenseal. Due to its anti-fungal properties, it has been shown to kill candida albicans. It is great for your respiratory system, and bronchitis, knocking out coughs in very little time. You don’t want to use oregano from the grocery store, you want to use wild oregano. There is a huge difference. It comes in capsules or in oil form. The oil is great to put on your toothbrush along with your toothpaste to help kill the bacteria in your gums. It is a great topical agent for nail fungus. These are just a few of the things it is used for. Check it out in your health food store.

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What’s the scoop on oil of oregano and Valerian root?

A: Although Valerian Root demonstrates similar effects as prescription sedatives, there is no evidence of dependence or addiction. It helps to reduce anxiety and insomnia by interacting with the inhibitor neurotransmitter GABA, therefore, inducing relaxation and producing a sense of tranquility and calmness. You may find yourself having more vivid dreams while taking Valerian. Perhaps it is because you are sleeping more sound.

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.

Do you have questions about herbs or vitamins? Send them to Cathy Schram, CNHP and Certified Herbalist. Write to: Herbs & More, 16021 Manchester Rd., Ellisville, MO 63011. www.morethanherbsonline.com.

Plan Now For Sustainable Backyard Tour In June Area-wide Sustainable Backyard Tour Returns June 22nd.

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conservation, pesticide and herbicide reduction, renewable energy production and backyard habitat creation. “This self-guided tour opens the gates to private yards and gardens so that attendees can ask and learn, pick up new ideas, and share inspiration,” says Terry Winkelmann, tour founder. “It’s about converting unproductive, high-maintenance lawn and pavement into some-

he 4th annual Sustainable Backyard Tour, held each year in June, is becoming a much-anticipated event heralding WHAT: The Fourth Annual Sustainable Backyard Tour the outdoor sea- WHEN: Sunday, June 22 from 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. son in St. Louis. WHERE: Private yards and gardens throughout St. Louis City and County.

That’s because COST: Free the Tour is a PARTNERS: Slow Food St. Louis, St. Louis Audubon Society, unique opportu- Gateway Gardener, The Healthy Planet magazine, St. Louis Beekeepers nity to see first- INFO:Terry@sustainablebackyardtour.com; hand how home- www.sustainablebackyardtour.com owners in St. thing more useful and restorative—both to the Louis City and County are transforming their earth itself and the human spirit.” Tour goers yards from energy intensive, unsustainable design their own routes, choosing the listings lawns to heavenly havens of green! nearest their own home or their own interests, Tour sites showcase a range of green living from the map. Map booklets will be available practices, including low-impact lawn care, at local businesses beginning mid June. To composting and using recycled materials crelearn more, visit www.sustainablebackyardatively, organic gardening, chicken and beetour.com or join us on Facebook. Photos, Bkeeping, gardening with native plants, mushroll and speakers are available upon request. rooms, fruit & nut trees, as well as rainwater

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What is Montessori?

Anita Chastain Founder and Head of School - Chesterfield Montessori School

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hoosing a school for your children is one of the most important decisions parents make. It is a challenge to weigh the pros and cons of private vs. public education, and traditional education vs. a more progressive style of education. For those parents who are contemplating a private education for their children, Montessori ranks high among their considerations.

Understanding what Montessori means is the first step.

Montessori is an educational philosophy developed by Italian physician and educator Dr. Maria Montessori, which began in 1907 and is currently practiced worldwide, serving children from birth through 18 years of age.

It is a respectful, child-centered approach to education, based on the premise that children naturally love to learn. Montessori classrooms provide carefully designed “prepared environments” for optimal learning and are characterized by beauty, order, reality, simplicity and accessibility.

As highly-trained professionals, Montessori teachers generally receive a full year of training beyond a Bachelor’s Degree.

Under the guidance of a Montessori teacher, children engage with scientifically-developed, didactic materials that encourage exploration and enhance the development of essential cognitive skills. Children learn to collaborate and work together in mixed-age classrooms. Long, uninterrupted periods of work provide children the freedom to

progress at their own pace and rhythm, with no upper limits on learning. Montessori-educated children develop the qualities needed for success in the twenty-first century, including innovation, collaboration and a global context.

Modern research supports what Dr. Montessori discovered through scientific observation: hands-on learning best develops the growing mind. A study published in the September 29, 2006 issue of the Journal of Science showed that Montessori five-year-olds had better math and reading skills, better social skills and better “executive function,” which is key to handling difficult or novel situations. The study also found that Montessori elementary students produced essays that were “significantly more creative and ... [used] significantly more sophisticated sentence structures.”

To ensure the integrity of her work, Dr. Montessori founded the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). As the largest AMI-recognized Montessori school in the greater St. Louis area, Chesterfield Montessori School provides the highest quality education a child can receive, offering programs for toddlers through 8th grade.

Most importantly, our authentic Montessori education provides children with the opportunity to engage in their task of “self-construction” in a peaceful, calm and productive environment.

For more information, contact the Chesterfield Montessori School at 314-4697150 or www.chesterfieldmontessori.org.

It is a respectful, child-centered approach to education, based on the premise that children naturally love to learn.

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10 healthy living tips

Set Realistic Goals

by Crystal Moore-stevens

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xamples: “I will do yoga twice per day this month”, “I will eat a vegan diet for one month”, I will go for a 20 minute walk each day for 2 weeks” Make lists! Write down your goals! Set goal dates!

Visualize a happier you. Make a list of attributes that make up the “ideal you” in present tense.

For example: 1. I eat healthy foods which nourish my body 2. I exercise regularly 3. I am kind to others 4. I breathe and meditate regularly to reduce stress 5. I fulfill my dreams 6. I allow time for creativity 7. I love who I am 8. I am patient 9. I speak only kind words 10. I am living to my full potential Smile More! Dance More!

Get together with friends more often! My mother and her girlfriends have been getting together once per month for over 25 years! They call it The Second Sunday Club. Friends are vitally important to our well being. Friends give comfort, practical advice, and bring us laughter and joy!

Spend quality time with your family!

Take candlelit baths with essential oils and lots of sea salt!

Dream Big! Try eliminating unhealthy foods from your diet in one fell swoop. It may sound intimidating, challenging and even impossible, but I assure you, from my own experience, it is actually surprisingly easy. It requires a mind shift and a commitment to your health. Recently I became vegan and gluten free. It was way easier than I thought. I got excited about what I was putting in my body, rather than regretful. I have found that the best way to avoid eating unhealthy foods is to quit buying them!

In the process, I found myself spending less on healthy foods than I had been on processed foods and dairy products. I noticed such an invigorating change within my body, that I chose a “high raw” diet, wherein most of the foods I eat consist of raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. It helped that I had a long history with Healthy Foods. I worked as a juice bar clerk and floral supervisor at Wild Oats for five years, so I had a basic understanding of the importance of wholesome nutrition. A dear friend of mine, Serene, let me borrow a wonderful book several years ago by Alissa Cohen, titled Living on Live Food.

Recipes in her book have remained family favorites of ours for many years such as Fettuccini Alfredo, Blueberry Cheesecake, Fruit Cobbler, and Chocolate Mousse, all made with fresh whole fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. I received inspiration this past year from a coworker whose diet consists of “green smoothies” containing fruits, nuts, and nutrient rich dark greens for breakfast and lunch. She has a salad after work and a simple vegan “2nd dinner” later in the evening. This diet keeps her vibrant and healthy.

Juicing, green smoothies and raw salads are excellent ways to improve health. Seasonal cleanses and fasting are also great ways to detoxify the body. Fresh organic dried herbs in tincture or tea form such as dandelion, chickweed and milk thistle have excellent purifying properties!

Recently I created a recipe for Vegan Raw Pineapple Upside Down Cake with just a few simple ingredients.

In a food processor combine: 2 cups of organic raw unsweetened coconut flakes 1 cup of soaked raw pitted dates

Blend until fine (1-2 minutes) Add 1 tbsp of coconut oil 2 tbsp of raw honey And 1/2 cup of fresh pineapple Blend until fine (you will notice the mixture forming a ball in your food processor) In a pie pan greased with a tsp of coconut oil, press the mixture down with your fingers.

Top with sliced fresh pineapple.

Optional: Coconut crème topping Blend 1 cup of cashews in a food processor.

Add a tbsp of honey and one cup of coconut milk Blend until very smooth. Enjoy!

Get outside more! According to Richard Ryan, Author and Professor of Psychology at the University of Rochester, "Nature is fuel for the soul. Often when we feel depleted we reach for a cup of coffee, but research suggests a better way to get energized physically and mentally is to connect with nature."

According to an article published in the June 2010 issue of the Journal of Environmental Psychology, ‘Research shows that being outside in nature for just 20 minutes in a day was enough to significantly boost vitality levels.’

As the spring approaches, I like to spend half of my waking hours outside, which is easy to do as a farmer.

Late winter evening walks are a great way to fulfill this desire for those who work indoors. On your days off, try hiking in places you’ve never been before. There are several nature preserves and hiking trails that are less than an hour from St. Louis including Powder Valley Nature Center, Emmenegger Nature Park, Castlewood, Laumeier Sculpture Park, and Shaw Nature Preserve.

Illinois also has some great trails. Pere Marquette State Park and The Nature Institute are located near The Great River Road, the scenic byway into Grafton IL. Here are links to some great spots in and around town. http://www.everytrail.com/best/hiking-st-louismissouri There is a great book titled 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: St. Louis Guide Book written by Steve Henry If you would rather stay close to the city, St. Louis has amazing city parks. Forest Park, Tower Grove, Carondolet, and St. Francis Parks all have lovely walking paths. Strolling through the Botanical Garden is a beautiful way to unwind after a long work week. For a complete list of Parks and trails around town, visit http://www.stlouisco.com/parksandrecreation For more tips on healthy living, visit Crystals face book page https://www.facebook.com/growcreatein spire or her blog www.growingcreatinginspiring .blogspot.com Want to really make a commitment to your health this year? Join La Vista CSA Farm and receive fresh, sustainable, local produce grown without pesticides all season long! The average cost of joining is $25 per week! Know your farmers…know your food! Visit www.lavistacsa.org to become a member!

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“LOVE” with

Chaplain Paul

t’s that time of year when countless numbers of people will be using creative ways to show their love to someone special. Flowers! Candy! Special Dinner! Gifts!

Love, what an amazing thing. Thousands of songs written, books, poems, movies, you name it! Our culture is fascinated by this thing we call “LOVE”. We chase after it. We grieve deeply when we lose it. The human spirit seems to keep looking for it, sadly though, sometimes in all the wrong places.

Let’s take a look at what is Love really.

The Bible has a wonderful definition. It seems to be embraced throughout the many faith traditions around the world. The Apostle Paul in a letter to the people of Corinth described love the following way. He is presenting the belief that if we do not have love than we have nothing.

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but

rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. Love never fails.

So, in my way of thinking, love is much more than a feeling. It is the essence of our being and the instrument that bonds us together. Consummate love is synergistic. It adds to us. It Empowers. It seeks Ultimate “Purpose”, “Meaning” and “Hope” in life. It is the key to Wholeness!

One of my most favorite scriptures in the Bible is in the book of 1 John. It states: “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”

For me, Love is the Divine and Sacredness of God in us! It is what we are created to be.

It can enable us to defeat the destructive forces of Fear, Guilt, Shame, Blame and Anger that robs us from our health and wellbeing.

So, on this Valentine’s Day don’t send or give a Valentine gift, “BE THE GIFT”.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Dr. Yu and I want to invite you again to our Medical Spiritual Wellness Support Group at Prevention and Healing. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. The address is 10908 Schuetz Road St Louis, MO 63146. Next Meeting Tuesday February 18, 2013.

Blessings and Peace!

Chaplain Paul Director for Medical Spiritual Wellness Prevention and Healing, Inc. Office 314-432-7802 Cell 314-440-1527 E-mail pjoh420@aol.com

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Happy Valentines’s Day to ART Lovers!

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s I looked over all that’s happening in the arts this month, I was overwhelmed by the variety of exhibitions and events, from February 1st right through the 28th. But I do know that, if you love the arts, you’ll love this month!!

Dance lovers get the opportunity to watch the Royal Ballet’s performance of Swan Lake onscreen at AMC/Chesterfield 14 Cinema in Chesterfield Mall on February 20. I think making ballet so accessible is a great idea! It just might recruit a few new devotees. Details at www.FathomEvents.com.

It was French-born Jacques Heim who choreographed Cirque du Soleil’s Kà when it opened in 2005 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. That show is still running today, but Heim is now the choreographic genius behind Diavolo, which performs at the Touhill on February 28-March 1. “Daredevil dance” just doesn’t get any better than this Los Angeles-based dance company of gymnasts, mod-

NEW EXHIBITS Through February 15 DUET: RUBEN OCHOA & B.J. VOGT Sculpture exhibition; 3526 Washington Ave., Ste. 300; for info, call 310-614-7338 or email duetstl.gmail.com.

Through February 20 PICTORIALIST Art St. Louis, 1223 Pine; for info, call 314-241-4810 or visit www.artstlouis.org.

February 4-27 THE ART OF FOLK Outsider art by the artists of Turner Center for the Arts; opening reception Feb. 7, 6-8 p.m.; The Gallery of the University City Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd; for info, call 314-727-3150 or visit www.expl.lib.mo.us.

February 7-April 20 FAIL-SAFE: DISCOMFORTS CLOSE TO HOME Opening reception, 6-9 p.m.; Craft Alliance in the Kranzberg Arts Center, 501 N. Grand Blvd.; for info, call 314-534-7528 or visit www.craftalliance.org.

February 7-April 27 ST.LOUIS COLLECTS: 20th CENTURY STREET PHOTOGRAPHY Exhibition tracing the evolution of street photography; International Photography Hall of Fame & Museum, 3415 Olive; for info, call 314-535-1999 or visit www.iphf.org.

February 7-September 1 FLOWERS OF THE FOUR SEASONS IN CHINESE & JAPANESE ART Free; Gallery 225, St. Louis Art Museum; for info, visit www.slam.org.

Through March 1 THE HISTORY OF QUEER: SELECTIONS FROM THE ST. LOUIS LGBT HISTORY PROJECT A collection of the artifacts and photographs of St. Louis’ LGBT community, curated by Steven L. Brawley; PHD Gallery, 2300 Cherokee; for info, call 314-664-6644- or visit www.phdstl.org.

Through March 1 CHRIS KAHLER: DIALUMENS BUNNY BURSON: IN PLAIN SIGHT LISA K. BLATT: SPINNING ON ENOLA GAY RUNWAY UNTIL I MAKE MYSELF SICK Bruno David Gallery, 3721 Washington; for info, call 314-5313030 or visit www.brunodavidgallery.com.

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ARTful Living St. Louis Area Fine Arts, Crafts & Performing Arts Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky, Arts Editor ern dancers, athletes, stunt performers, martial artists, ballet and hip-hop dancers.

As asked by The New York Times, "Are they dancers who perform like gymnasts or gymnasts who move like dancers?” Dance St. Louis doesn’t care what you call it---Diavolo is awesome!

Known for pushing the boundaries of dance, Diavolo combines the thrilling with the elegant.

Signature use of gigantic set pieces is impressive, including a 15-foot staircase, an 18-foot steel wheel, and more.

Even Diavolo’s name is a unique combination, merging the Spanish word for “day” with the Latin word for “I fly.” Founded in 1992, the dance company was named a “cultural treasure” by the City of Los Angeles in 2007. Seeing Diavolo perform is sure to be a treasured experience. Learn more about Diavolo at www.diavolo.org. Reserve your tickets (before the show sells out!) by calling 314534-6622, or by visiting www.dancestlouis.org.

Arrive early at the Touhill lobby to enjoy the free Speaking of Dance session, hosted by Dance St. Louis Artistic & Executive Director Michael Uthoff , 45-minutes before each performance.

Music lovers get some special treats this month, too. In celebration of St. Louis’ 250th anniversary, the Touhill Performing Arts

Center hosts seven of the area’s finest choirs reflecting St. Louis’s heritage on February 16 at 3 p.m. Presented by St. Louis Sings and Bach Society of St. Louis, the free program is hosted by Radio Arts Foundation’s Jim Connett.

Performances include stl250 Bach Society Chorus, St. Louis Chamber Chorus, Ambassadors of Harmony, St. Louis Symphony IN UNISON Chorus, Archdiocesan Chorus of Saint Louis, St. Louis Children’s Choirs, and the UMSL University Singers. No advance tickets are available for this event. Seats will be filled on a first come, first served basis; doors open at 2:30 p.m.

On February 22, Guitar St. Louis brings classical guitarist William Kanengiser to the Ethical Society. With a repertoire ranging from classical to jazz to Caribbean to Near Eastern, the evening performance will be like a musical trip around the world! Details at www.guitarstlouis.net.

On February 23, Cathedral Concerts presents the Organ & Brass Spectacular. Aptly named, the 8 p.m. concert brings powerful sounds to the beautiful Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis on Lindell. A seat at this concert includes plenty to see as well as to hear: the Cathedral Basilica houses one of the largest collections of mosaics in the

ARTful Happenings Through March 7 FIGURATIVE WORKS BENEDICT ODDI Both exhibitions at Foundry Art Centre; 520 N. Main in St. Charles; for info, call 636-255-0270 www.foundryartcentre.org.

Through April 13 SPRING EXHIBITIONS Contemporary Art Museum; 3750 Washington; for info, call 314-535-4660 or visit www.camstl.org.

February 13-August 23 ART OF ITS OWN MAKING Group exhibition multiple mediums; Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, 3716 Washington; 314-754-1850 www.pulitzerarts.org.

February 20-March 19 JULIE HELLER: COLLAGE STEVE FRANK: WOOD SCULPTURE Opening reception, 6-10 p.m.; Third Degree East Gallery; 5200 Delmar; for info, call 314-367-4527 or visit www.stlglass.com.

February 26-August 10 ANYTHING BUT CIVIL: KARA WALKER’S VISION OF THE OLD SOUTH Free; Galleries 234&235, St. Louis Art Museum; www.slam.org.

February 28-April 18 HABITAT: CAROL FLEMING Opening reception, 6-8 p.m.; Millstone Gallery, COCA, 5234 Trinity Avenue; for info, call 314-725-6555 or visit www.cocastl.org.

FUN THINGS TO DO February 2, 9, 16, 23 FAMILY SUNDAYS: AFRICA SPEAKS Family activities; free; 1-4 p.m.; St. Louis Art Museum; for info, visit www.slam.org.

February 7 MATERIAL & MEAN ING BROWN BAG LECTURE Curator Marci Rae McDade discusses use of traditional fiber materials; Craft Alliance Gallery in the Kranzberg Art Center, 501 N. Grand Blvd.; for info, visit www.craftalliance.org.

February 7 6th ANNUAL SHELDON TRIVIA NIGHT Hosted by trivia master Phil Donato (my former neighbor!!) to

benefit Educational Programs; free beer & soft drinks; bring snacks or order Vito’s pizza; $25 per person or $200 per table of 10; for info, call 314-533-9900.

February 6-8 THE WESTING GAME Presented by Y-Rep Tweens; 7:30 p.m.; $8; West County YMCA, 16464 Burkhardt Place in Chesterfield; 636-532-6515.

February 7-23 GEE’S BEND Presented by Mustard Seed Theatre; 8 p.m/Sunday at 2 p.m; Fontbonne University Theatre, 6800 Wydown; for info, visit www.mustardseedtheatre.org.

February 12 MARDI GRAS DANCE WITH BOUDIN BROTHERS Laissez les bon temps rouler! Zydeco dancing; lessons at 7:30, dancing 8:15-10 p.m.; $10 admission; Focal Point, 2720 Sutton in Maplewood; 314-822-0310 wwww.dancindonna.com/Cajun.

February 13-15, 21-22, March 1 ZILCH Satori, 3003 Locust Street; tickets $20; 8 p.m.; for info, call 314652-3003 or visit www.zilch.eventbrite.com.

February 14-16 BEAUTY & THE BEAST Presented by Factory Tale Factory, 10 a.m. & 12 noon, Sunday at 1 p.m.; West County YMCA, 16464 Burkhardt Place in Chesterfield; tickets $5; for info, call 636-532-6515.

February 14-March 21 FUN FRIDAYS AT FAUST Different puppet show each Friday, 10 a.m., plus a free carousel ride; Faust Park Carousel House; for info, call 314-615-3333 or visit www.puppetguild.org.

February, 2014 Western Hemisphere. For ticket info, call 314-5337662 or visit www.CathedralConcerts.org.

Visual Arts lovers won’t be home at all this month…..because there are just so many exhibitions to see! From February 4-27, The Gallery of University City Public Library presents “The Art of Folk.” The exhibition showcases outsider art from Turner Center for the Arts (located in Maplewood). The nonprofit center has been mentioned in this column before: TCA’s mission is to “foster the social, intellectual, emotional, and personal growth of artists with disabilities through self-expression…and serves aspiring artists who are challenged by developmental disabilities, mental illness and/or traumatic brain injury.” Opening reception is on February 7, 6-8 p.m. For info, call 314-727-3150.

Through April 27, the International Photography Hall of Fame & Museum presents “St. Louis Collects: 20th Century Street Photography.” Very appropriate as the city begins its 250th anniversary! Check is out at 3415 Olive; visit www.iphf.org for details.

Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts opens “Art of Its Own Making” on February 13. This group exhibition includes works in every medium imaginable, and runs through August 23. Details at www.pulitzerarts.org.

Art and Nature lovers both get a treat this month when “Art in Bloom” fills the Saint Louis Art Museum with fresh flowers and their fragrance, February 28-March 2. Local floral designers interpret works in the collection…..in fresh flowers. You’ve got to experience this event!! Find info at www.slam.org.

February 20-23 UMSL THEATRE: FESTIVAL OF ONE ACTS Presented by UMSL Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Studies; Lee Theatre of Touhill Performing Arts Center on UMSL campus; for info, visit www.touhill.org.

February 21 THIRD FRIDAY PARTY 6-10 p.m.; lots of fun activities with music by Tammy and the Grippies; cash bar; Third Degree Glass Factory, 5200 Delmar Blvd; for info, call 314-367-4527 or visit www.stlglass.com.

February 22 WILLIAM KANENGISER: CLASSICAL GUITAR 8 p.m.; Ethical Society, 9001 Clayton Road; for info, call 314229-8686 or visit www.guitarstlouis.net.

February 22 NEARLY LEAR King Lear performed with profound accessibility and real humor; performed by Susanna Hamnett; 7 p.m.; COCA, 524 Trinity; for info, call 314- 725-6555 or visit www.cocastl.org.

February 22 OLE’, HABIBI! Music for a midwinter’s fuse of Arabia, Spain and beyond, 8 p.m.; $10; Kranzberg Center for the Arts, 501 N. Grand; visit http://grandcenter.org/calendar/event/2014/02/22/ole-habibi/ February 23 ORGAN & BRASS SPECTACULAR 8 p.m.; Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, 4431 Lindell; for info, call 314-533-7662 or visit www.CathedralConcerts.org.

February 27-March 1 MARISSA MULDER: THE SONGS OF TOM WAITS 8 p.m.; Gaslight Cabaret Festival, 358 N. Boyle; 314-725-4200.

February 28 CONTINUING THE LEGACY 7p.m.; COCA, 524 Trinity.;$6-$10; 314-725-6555, cocastl.org.

LIVING THE DREAM: 50 YEARS & BEYOND February 15, 1 p.m., St.Louis Juvenile Detention Center February 22, 2 p.m., Carpenter Branch Library February 21, 11 a.m.; St. Louis City Hall Music, dance, drama presented by Global Education Through the Arts; 314-721-6556.or visit www.gitana-inc.org.

February 28-March 1 DIAVOLO Presented by Dance St. Louis; 8 p.m., plus 2 p.m. on Saturday; $35-55; Touhill Performing Arts Center on UMSL campus; for info, call 314-534-6622 or visit www.dancestlouis.org.

February 20-21 KEN PAGE Gaslight Cabaret Festival; 8:00 pm; The Gaslight Theater 358 N. Boyle; 314-725-4200 or visit www.LicketyTix.com.

February 28-March 2 ART IN BLOOM St. Louis Art Museum is filled with fragrance as area floral designers interpret works of the collection in fresh flowers; for info, visit www.slam.org.

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Holistic Help For A “Broken” Heart HealtHy pets Winter is upon us!

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The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. — Gandhi

by Dr. Doug Pernikoff, DVM

W

e are just getting a taste of winter weather, albeit with little snow, but more than enough frigid cold. What are our pet concerns this time of year? Many should be obvious, but nonetheless, we will review them for our reading audience.

Cold can be threatening, but wet cold and wind are really the culprits of concern. Obviously, the best protection for your pets is to keep them inside your home, the basement, or even the garage. Yet, even these protected areas may not be enough.

Provide insulating materials for floor coverings, or in some cases you might consider hanging a heat light or radiant heater. I know they are available at most hardware stores or at your local Grainger Store. For pets obligated to an outside dog house, be sure to insulate the walls, floor and ceiling.

Straw floors can be useful, but need to be cleaned regularly to avoid pet exposure to collecting feces or urine.

Fresh water must be available. There are safe water heaters you can install for your pet bowls, but be sure Fido can access water at all times. Further, nutritional needs often increase during these cold months of winter, as your pets are fighting to create body heat through increased metabolism. Having extra calories may prove quite beneficial. However, I strongly suggest you visit with your veterinarian before changing up the diet program. If your pet already has issues with obesity, or may have a medical condition like diabetes or kidney disease, requiring special consideration before making such a change!

Pet clothing is a significant industry these days.

I believe there is real value in considering some sort of pet apparel that not only spruces his/her looks, but keeps their core body temperature in a proper range. Remember that ears, muzzles & lips, and certainly, feet are all going to be inordinately exposed to the elements. You may need to protect those areas with coverings, or at least with regular cleaning and care as well. Ice and snow can pack up between the toes and pads of the feet, creating damage or even frostbite. Ears are particularly vulnerable to this condition. It is basically, a freezer burn to the tissue that may result in a full tissue slough, if you are not careful.

Another big concern in wintertime regards all the chemicals and other products available to your pets, especially for pets who are being housed in basements and garages. Lock up fertilizers, bug sprays and the like. Be sure the cabinets and storage boxes are secure. Whatever is safe for your kids is good policy to employ for your pets. Electric cords for heaters and such, need to be secured away from your exploring pets, as they can bite straight away and either get an electric burn, or even electrocution.

And, we always discuss the concerns of anti-freeze, or ethylene glycol, which most of us use in our winter radiators.

The problem is that this chemical is sweet tasting and thereby, an attractant for pets. The poisoning by anti-freeze is dose and time dependent. If you have any inclination of a poisoning or exposure, please take your pet to the vet or to an emergency facility immediately.

One last note concerns cats. They are amazingly capable at protecting themselves in the height of winter and usually do just fine. Nonetheless, I encourage all cat owners to follow all the concerns and suggestions presented herein. Cats like to hide up in the car engine where they find adequate heat.

I can tell you that nary a winter season goes by without cats being injured or killed when their owners unknowingly start the engine as they leave for work.

Please be careful and mindful of both your cats and your dogs, and consciously implement good cautionary practices on their behalf.

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eart disease is common among dogs and cats.

It may be congenital or acquired later in life.

Cardiac disease may present as valvular insufficiency, endocarditis, cardiomyopathy, or even congestive heart failure. Clinical signs may be as subtle as a pet that does not move or play as much as normal. More overt symptoms are coughing, exercise intolerance, excessive panting, cyanosis, or labored breathing due to fluid accumulation in the thoracic or abdominal cavities.

Your veterinarian can diagnose cardiac disease based on history, physical exam, thoracic radiographs, and blood pressure readings. There is a relatively new blood test, cardiopet pro BNP, that alerts us to excessive stretch and stress on the myocardium. A positive test means clinical heart disease is likely. At this point, an echocardiogram is indicated in order to determine the exact type of cardiac disease as well as severity and prognosis.

There are many treatment options available to help manage the various types of heart disease. In moderate or severe forms of disease western medicines may be employed. Conventional drug therapy consists of diuretics to reduce excess fluid accumulation, ace-inhibitors to help vasodilation and decrease high blood pressure, and strengthening agents to help the myocardium function more efficiently. These drugs can be vital to manage heart failure. At Animal Health & Healing we firmly believe an integrative approach is best for overall success of treatment. Whether heart disease is mild, moderate, or severe holistic medicine can help to slow the progression of disease, increase quality of life, and perhaps decrease dosages of western medicines.

A holistic approach to heart disease incorporates diet, exercise, and heart-healthy supplements consisting of herbs, antioxidants, and fish oils. Diet is paramount. A healthy natural diet should be composed of whole foods such as organic meats and vegetables, organ meats such as heart and liver, and be low in salt. Balanced home-made diets meet these criteria and pets find them very tasty too. If our patients are overweight, we will encourage a slow weight loss program using diet and careful exercise to relieve excess burden on the heart.

Various herbs are often used to strengthen the cardiovascular system. Hawthorne berry is the most frequently recommended herbal remedy for the heart. Hawthorne can strengthen and repair the heart muscle and lower blood pressure. Dan Shen increases blood circulation and lowers cholesterol. Zizziphus is a tonic for the heart, detoxifies the blood, and decreases stress and weakness associated with heart disease. Siberian Ginseng can counteract weakness, fatigue and declining stamina. Grape seed extract has been shown to decrease vascular constriction, reverse arteriosclerosis, lower cholesterol and prevent damage to the lining of the arteries.

In addition to herbs, antioxidants, amino acids, and fish oils are integral supplements for

optimal heart health. Vitamin E has been shown to prevent cardiovascular disease and slow the rate of heart disease. It strengthens heart muscle and reduces progression of coronary artery disease. Co-Enzyme Q 10 is cardioprotective by reducing the impact of hypoxia upon the heart. The levels of Co Q 10 in the body decrease with age so supplementing older pets can be important.

Supplementation with selenium may help prevent hypoxia, cardiomyopathy, and vasoconstriction. Magnesium is a vital mineral for maintaining normal heart rhythm, valve function, and protects against hypoxia.

The amino acids taurine and carnitine are essential cofactors in restoring and maintaining cardiac health at the cellular level. Taurine strengthens heart muscle and prevents the loss of potassium from the heart. This, in turn, can prevent cardiac arrhythmias. Carnitine is effective in treating cardiovascular disease in both small and large animals. Natural fish oils are cardioprotective in both humans and small animals. These oils contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the form of EPA and DHA. Not only are they beneficial to the heart, but they also protect renal function and decrease inflammation throughout the body.

It is of vital importance to establish a close relationship with your veterinarian to determine the best course of treatment for your pet.

Treatment protocols, whether holistic or conventional or both, must be individualized since heart disease varies in its clinical presentation and prognosis. Once treatment is instituted, you should pay close attention to your pet’s energy level and exercise tolerance. Watch closely for coughing, panting, and cyanosis. Your veterinarian will need to monitor your pet’s progress with regular exams, blood tests, radiographs, and blood pressure checks.

The outcome of heart disease varies from case to case due to numerous variables. Some pets can be managed successfully for years. Some will only live a few months. My own little dog, Pricilla, was afflicted with a heart murmur for years. She did quite well with a natural diet and heart-healthy supplements. Then, right after the passing of my other dog Stevie, Pricilla went into severe congestive heart failure. In spite of the best treatment veterinary medicine could offer, Pricilla died of congestive heart failure just 10 weeks after we had lost Stevie. Needless to say, my own heart was broken at that point. But, like animal lovers everywhere, I feel blessed to have known the love, companionship, and joy my pets have given me. And my new little dog “Baby Love” Garden has filled the void in my broken heart with much love, laughter, and happiness.

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.

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When I meet with people to work with their “pets” for energy therapy, one question that comes up frequently is, “why would he be stressed, he is a dog?” Animals are empaths (the paranormal ability to apprehend the mental or emotional state of another individual). We all know how it is when a member of our family is upset...we can feel it and we want to help. But without learning of an energetic boundary when having a sense of understanding, we can also take on others emotions. When we think of wanting to take away their pain that may energetically do exactly that, unless we are aware to hold a space of compassion and allow others to process what they are feeling and learn from it. When we see others as strong during difficulties, as a supportive prayer, we help encourage their growth. Animals have this same system of empathetic nature.

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my symptoms as well as taking on the stress. I met with a Spiritual teacher that helped me understand this better energetically. With some simple energy techniques and communication with my dog, she now sits close by or observes when I am under stress and she does not try to process if for me.

When I assist an animal with an emotional or physical discomfort, many times the root issue not only has to do with a trauma they may be holding onto from their own past experiences but there is also the issue of processing one of their family members stress. We can learn to communicate with our animals for this reason and help them heal. It is another tool for unraveling the issue as well as honoring our animal companions as a part of our complete family unit.

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Alternative Hospice is a locally owned, community based end of life program, dedicated to being an advocate for our patients and providing them with a high standard of holistic end of life care.

We strive to empower our patients and their caregivers with the knowledge and information that they need to make informed decisions

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Our focus is on comfort, quality of life, and facilitating of a peaceful passing with dignity, respect and love.

Alternative Hospice is a physician directed, nurse coordinated program of care. Dr. Joseph Flaherty with St. Louis University Medical School Department of Geriatrics serves as our

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Our values include: integrity, accountability, respect, trust, compassion, and passion to serve.

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The BioMat’s quantum energetics allows the body to fight disease and heal with a naturally strong and efficient immune system. It is composed of 17 layers of technology, combining Far Infrared Rays (FIR), negative ions and amethyst crystals. Time spent on the mat relieves pain and joint stiffness, reduces stress and fatigue, boosts the immune system, burns calories and many other healthful benefits.

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A good nights sleep on the BioMat or a mere 30 minute nap, can go a long way to ensuring a healthier, happier you.

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St Louis Aquatic Healing Center offers state of the art, cutting edge alternative health therapies for health, healing, balancing and detoxification. Many of our therapies can only be found at St Louis Aquatic such as: The MG-PRO, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Cellular Exercise, widely used in Eastern Europe for 30 years with extensive research behind it; cleaning and

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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

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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.

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Functional medicine not only incorporates the latest in genetic science and systems biology, but it also enables holistic doctors/health care practitioners to practice proactive, predictive, personalized medicine while empowering patients to take an active role in their own health.

The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), the global leader in providing clinical education in functional medicine, is pleased to announce Dr. Varsha Rathod M.D. of St. Louis’ Preventive Medicine and board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology, as a member of the first graduating class of certified

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HealtHy Planet HaPPenInGS February 1 & 3 Passive House: THe idea Airs on KNLC Channel 24 2/01 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 2/03 at 8:00 p.m. In 2013, St. Louis saw the construction of its first Passive House, a home that does not require central heating. It is so well designed, insulated, airtight that it uses 90% less energy than similar buildings. Ralph Wafer and Gary Steps discuss how they designed the home with the owners.

February 5, 12, 19, 26 ‘Language oF Love’ aT Piccione PasTry Piccione Pastry, St. Louis’ only Italian pastry shop of its kind, will host free “Language of Love” events every Wednesday in February from 7:30-8:30 p.m.

The shop will partner with married couple Kaetlyn Macauley and Francesco Velocci of Gusto Gourmet Creamery, the makers of Piccione’s in-house gelato and sorbet. Guests can enjoy authentic Italian pastries while learning about the Italian culture. 6197 Delmar Blvd. in the U. City Loop. Piccionepastry.com. 314932-1355.

February 5, 19, March 5 & 19 oLiveTTe in BLooM PresenTs a Free gardening LecTure series Just when winter is getting old, Olivette in Bloom offers a series of free evening lectures to inspire you for the gardening season. Wed. Feb. 5, 2014 7:00 PM The Dirt on Soil. Connie Goss from the St. Louis Master Gardeners Speaker’s Bureau. Wed. Feb. 19, 2014 7:00 PM Vegetable Gardening, Stephanie Littlefield from Garden Heights Nursery. Wed. March 5, 2014 7:00 PM Container Gardening, Sue Bird from University Gardens Nursery. Wed. March 19, 2014 7:00 PM Designing a Perennial Garden, Allice Mitchell from the St. Louis Master Gardeners Speaker’s Bureau. Location: Old Bonhomme School, 9661 Old Bonhomme Rd., St Louis, MO 63132.

Classes are free, but space is limited so please reserve your place as soon as possible. Email us at: contact@olivetteinbloom.org. Or call: Jan Fitzgerald, 314-991-4954 February 7 Brian HunTLey To sPeaK aT Missouri BoTanicaL garden Brian J. Huntley, key leader of the post-Apartheid transformation of plant conservation in southern Africa is an internationally respected conservation scientist with more than 45 years of field research and management experience in a number of African countries. On Friday, February 7 at 2 p.m., Huntley will speak at the Missouri Botanical Garden describing the long history of botanical exploration of southern Africa, the trials and triumphs of discovery, and the remarkable personalities and plants contributing to what is now regarded as one of the "magnificent seven" botanical gardens of the world. Copies of Brian Huntley’s recently published book, “Kirstenbosch: The Most Beautiful Garden in Africa” will be available for signing following the lecture. The lecture is co-sponsored by the Garden Conservancy whose mission is to preserve exceptional American gardens for the education and enjoyment of the public. This mission is accomplished by working in partnership with individual garden owners as well as public and private organizations. The Conservancy provides horticultural, technical, management, and financial expertise to sustain these fragile treasures. It helps ensure longterm stewardship of these natural assets, which are essential to the aesthetic and cultural life of our communities. Go to www.gardenconservancy.org to learn more. For general information, visit www.mobot.org or call (314) 577-5100 (toll-free, 1-800-642-8842).

Follow the Garden on Facebook and Twitter at www.facebook.com/missouribotanicalgarden and http://twitter.com/mobotnews.

February 8 & 10 Passive House: THe BuiLding Airs on KNLC Channel 24 2/08 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 2/10 at 8:00 p.m. Ralph Wafer and Anthony Garavaglia discuss details of constructing the first Passive House in St. Louis. Attention to detail was critical for achieving Passive Building Standards for minimizing heat gain in summer, minimizing heat loss in winter and holding air infiltration to near zero.

February 8 acugraPH screening day With Dr. Brian Harasha, Saturday February 8, 2014 , 10:00am – 4:00pm, The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, 7649 Delmar Blvd. No Cost. Dr. Brian Harasha will be offering Free Meridian Therapy Screening exams. We are excited that Dr. Harasha is sharing this new technology that can analyze and assess the balance of your meridian energy system. The screening takes just 10 minutes and you will go home with a short print-out showing where you are in balance and where you are out of balance and how your health may be influenced by your unique meridian energy profile.

The screening will be first come first serve and involves the Acugraph screening device and a probe set on 12 major meridian points (located on hands/wrists foot/ankle - for 3 seconds each. The computer then analyses the results. Call The Center to schedule an appointment. 314.725.6767.

February 11 inTegraTing aLTernaTive Medicine wiTH convenTionaL Medicine 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.

February 11 deadline Missouri BoTanicaL garden announces rainscaPing PriZe drawings and reBaTes New trends are emerging locally and nationwide on converting standard residential lawns into more sustainable landscapes. Interested landowners may need assistance however, in navigating these new strategies.

For a limited time, Missouri Botanical Garden is offering RainScaping Prize Drawings valued at $350 to $1,000 and a RainScape Rebates Program valued at up to $2,000 per landowner. The loss of water quality in the St. Louis Region is due to many factors including run-off during storm events from impervious surface areas, yard waste, pet manure, invasive species, trash and road salt. These factors can lead to increased water pollution, sedimentation, and infrastructure and property damage. However, homeowners can help through landscaping practices that help capture rain where it falls instead of allowing water to run off-site. Various techniques, called rainscaping, can be used to help solve drainage problems, facilitate healthier streams,

increase aesthetic appeal, improve property values, and attract wildlife. Interested parties are invited to fill out a survey at www.mobot.org/rainscaping by February 11, 2014 for a chance to win a $500 gift certificate to the Shaw Nature Reserve Spring Wildflower Market; 10 flats of GT-38 Deep Cell Plug Native Plants and site visit from DJM Ecoscapes valued at $1,000; plant material for a shade or full sun rain garden by Horstmann Brothers valued at $400; 10 man hours of labor for either a landscape/rain garden design or labor towards installing rainscaping or invasive species removal from Simply Sustainable Landscaping valued at $350; any rain barrel in stock up to 150 gallons valued up to $449 from Rainwater Harvesting Supply Company, LLC; or a rustic natural stone bench, installed from Luna Landscaping, LLC valued at $450.00.In addition, landowners in 19 participating St. Louis municipalities are eligible to take part in the RainScape Rebates program. This voluntary program financially assists landowners in the Deer Creek Watershed wishing to landscape their yards to improve stormwater management. Residents in the appropriate municipalities may download a RainScape Rebates application form at www.deercreekalliance.org or pick up a hard copy application form at a participating city hall starting November 15, 2013. The application deadline for the third round of funding is February 12, 2014.

Eligible cities include Brentwood, Clayton, Creve Coeur, Crystal Lake Park, Des Peres, Frontenac, Glendale, Huntleigh, Kirkwood, Ladue, Maplewood, Olivette, Richmond Heights, Rock Hill, Shrewsbury, Town & Country, University City, Warson Woods and Webster Groves. The RainScape Rebates Program is partially funded by Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District, Great Rivers Greenway, Missouri Department of Conservation, the Mabel Dorn Reeder Foundation, and US EPA Region 7 through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (subgrant number G11-NPS-15), under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act.Today, 154 years after opening, the Missouri Botanical Garden is a National Historic Landmark and a center for science, conservation, education and horticultural display. With scientists working in 35 countries on six continents around the globe, the Missouri Botanical Garden has one of the three largest plant science programs in the world and a mission to discover and share knowledge about plants and their environment in order to preserve and enrich life. The Missouri Botanical Garden is striving for a world that can sustain us without sacrificing prosperity for future generations, a world where people share a commitment to managing biological diversity for the common benefit.

February 15 &17 dancing raBBiT: iTs ecoLogicaL iMPacT Airs on KNLC Channel 24 2/15 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 2/17 at 8:00 p.m. Through cooperation and conservation Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage has been able to dramatically reduce its environmental impact. Co-founders Tony Sirna and Rachel Katz describe how the ecovillage meets all of its power needs through renewable energy.

February 18 Free MonTHLy weLLness suPPorT grouP Free Monthly Wellness Support Group. Come and enjoy an evening of fellowship, learning opportunities in Medical Spiritual Information and exercises to strengthen your journey in managing your plan of care and treatment. Support Group Leaders: Dr. Simon Yu, M.D. and Chaplain Paul R. Johnson, M.Div. When: Third Tuesday each month (with an occasional exception) 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, 314-432-7802. For more information, read the article on our web site at www.PreventionAndHealing.com titled "New Medicine, New Biology: Spiritual Wellness, Spiritual Assessment, and Spiritual Care."

February 18 connecTing your HeaLTH BeTween your TeeTH and Body FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion. Connecting Your Health Between Your Teeth and Body. You may not realize it, but your teeth and gums may be making you ill or weakening your immune system. Hidden infections. Unresolved illness. Find out what may be happening between your teeth and body and what to do about it. Discover how infection and illness transfer between the teeth and body. Understand how biological dentistry focuses on your overall health. Learn about what dental materials are compatible with wellness, mercury-free, tooth-colored fillings,the impact of dental procedures, how certain dental procedures can influence your body, and nutritional therapy that supports a healthy mouth. Third Tuesday Each Month, 6:30 pm at the Holistic Dentistry office of, and presented by, Dr. Michael Rehme, D.D.S., C.C.N. (Certified Clinical Nutritionist), 2821 N. Ballas Rd, Suite 245, St. Louis, MO 63131. A Healthy Choice for Dental Care. Call to verify seminar date and reserve your space at 314-997-2550. See Patient Success Stories at www.toothbody.com.

February 21 coLon cancer awareness Trivia nigHT BeneFiTing siTeMan cancer cTr Friday, February 21,2014 at Royal Orleans (2801 Telegraph Rd. St. Louis, MO 63125). The doors open at 6:00pm and trivia begins at 7:00pm. Tickets are $20 per person or $200 for a table of 10 and that includes the 2 drink tickets per person! You can bring your own snacks and we’ll have many other exciting contests throughout the night! Silent auction, too. For more information please call 618-580-1692 or email kfoxsmom@gmail.com.

February 22-23 PriMordiaL sound MediTaTion weeKend cLass Does your list of resolutions for 2014 include reducing stress and anxiety or leading a healthier lifestyle?

Learn to meditate and help make this resolution a reality in your life! As stress is reduced through meditation, our minds and bodies function with more effectiveness, creating health, vitality, and happiness!

Primordial Sound Meditation is a meditation program developed by Dr. Deepak Chopra. This meditation class will be held February 22 & 23 at the Mercy Center, 2039 North Geyer Road, St. Louis, MO. Learn how to enjoy the benefits of meditation! Contact Shirley Stoll for more information and / or registration.

800-796-1144 or email shirlstoll@charter.net.

February 22 & 24 coMMuniTy BuiLding aT dancing raBBiT Airs on KNLC Channel 24 2/22 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 2/24 at 8:00 p.m. At Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage the cornerstone of building is cooperation and sharing space. Tony Sirna and Sharon Bagatell discuss the importance of small homes, Passive House standards, net zero energy, strawbale building,cob building,timberframing and earthbag construction.

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