The Healthy Planet – November 2014

Natural Living Gift & Holiday Guide pages 6-14 • Green Dining Guide

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• Solutions For Stress

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TheHealthyPlanet NOVEMBER, 2014

St. Louis’ Green & Healthy Living Magazine

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The Squirrels Ate My Pumpkins

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y the time November rolls around in St. Louis, most of the leaves are off the trees, except for a few tough oak leaves which are the last to bloom and the last to fall. I will have raked at least once by the time you read this and another sweep around the yard or two is certainly on my list. The colors were quite brilliant this year. Just the right mix of temperature and moisture created a rainbow of Fall foliage for all to enjoy. November is really a transitional time. Sort of bridge month here in the Mississippi Valley. The days really begin to shorten and the nights become as crisp as a fresh red apple. With summer behind and winter ahead, our minds and hearts are filled with memories and anticipation of what has come and what will come. There has been a bumper crop of squirrels this year and the little buggers ate big holes in my pumpkins on the porch in pursuit of the sweet gourmet seeds inside. Well,there was no need to carve them for Halloween, they already look gruesome enough. Yes, I like Autumn, but it leads to Winter and I will miss Summer’s sweet smile.

November brings us Thanksgiving and we feast on tradition. Family, food and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Our grandson will be old enough this year to eat turkey, dressing and my mom’s famous green beans. Now in his 16th month, Jackson has become quite the book lover.

My wife Niki sits with him and reads book after book. Some books many times over. You would think those monkeys would know by now not to jump on the bed. I suppose Winter will be a good time to cuddle up for more Jackson time. That will help us get through the doldrums. And before you think it’s just me that laments the arrival of ole man Winter, let’s see what Longfellow has to say: “Magnificent Autumn! He comes not like a pilgrim, clad in russet weeds. He comes not like a hermit, clad in gray. But he comes like a warrior, with the stain of blood upon his brazen mail. His crimson scarf is rent.... The wind.... wafts to us the odor of forest leaves, that hang wilted on the dripping branches, or drop into the stream. Their gorgeous tints are gone, as if the autumnal rains had washed them out. Orange, yellow, and scarlet, all are changed to one melancholy russet hue....

There is a melancholy and continual roar in the tops of the tall pines.... It is the funeral anthem of the dying year. ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow On a health note, I want to encourage all you readers out there to get a colonoscopy. Especially you men over 50. I finally got my first one and they found and removed a couple of polyps that could have turned into something bad down the road. So make sure you get your check-ups. Your life may depend on it!

And so the beginning of the Holiday season starts.

Make sure your gifts this year are from the heart, all-natural and healthy. And don’t forget just plain fun! There are lots of ideas here in the Planet within our Natural Living Gift and Holiday Guide. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family. Create warm memories!

In Good Health,

J.B. Lester; Publisher

by Rick Hotton

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Fun and Philanthropy at “Green Ball” Will Celebrate Sustainability Fifth annual Green Ball to Benefit EarthWays Center of the Missouri Botanical Garden

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he fifth annual Green Ball will roll out the green carpet in the Delmar Loop to welcome the green-minded movers and shakers of St. Louis for a night of fun philanthropy. Presented by Moonrise Hotel, Green Ball 2014 will be held from 7-11 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14, in celebration of all things green. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the EarthWays Center, a division of the Missouri Botanical Garden that promotes sustainability through environmental education and improving the built environment.

Ticket prices are $40 for Garden members and $50 for nonmembers.

Tickets include locally-sourced and organic appetizers and seasonal cocktails, prepared by the Eclipse Restaurant’s award winning staff, plus complimentary bar service. Swinging hot jazz

by Miss Jubilee and visually stunning Vivant entertainers roaming amongst the crowd create a “mod autumnal” theme.

To highlight the importance of making events “green,” the ball will be zero waste.

Brochures will be printed on recycled paper, food waste will be composted and décor will be eco-friendly. Paper and glass waste will be recycled, and St. Louis’ nationally known “best tasting” tap water will be offered to guests, rather than bottled water. Free valet parking will be provided to carpools of four or more riders.

“We’re so pleased to partner with the Moonrise for this fifth annual Green Ball,” said Glenda Abney, director of the EarthWays Center. “It’s a fun and unique way to raise sustainability awareness in St. Louis. It’s also a great way to showcase the various Moonrise green building features. Green Ball guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening, while helping the EarthWays Center demonstrate how their choices affect the environment."

Come dressed in your eco-fashion finest and snap a picture in the fun interactive photo booth. “Creative green” attire is strongly encouraged. An expert panel of fashion and style judges will award “Best Dressed” prizes including an overnight stay at the Moonrise

Hotel and more to three impressive winners.

Whether it’s recycled, handmade, eco-friendly, vintage or just plain green, designs of all kinds will be in the spotlight.

The idea for the Green Ball developed five years ago, when the Moonrise Hotel decided to stage an event to celebrate those “living green” in the St. Louis area and draw attention to local green businesses and organizations. The EarthWays Center seemed a natural beneficiary. The Moonrise Hotel itself employs extensive green efforts such as hotel-wide recycling and composting, the first hotel-bar open-air roof in America made entirely of solar panels, and an electric vehicle car charging station.

During the event, guests may purchase raffle tickets for premium baskets of their choice, including ecofriendly home goods, gift certificates to local businesses and restaurants, and energy efficiency items like a home energy audit. All proceeds from the raffle will benefit the EarthWays Center.

To purchase your Green Ball 2014 tickets, please visit the event webpage or call 314-577-5118.

Additional event information may also be found on Facebook.

The Green Ball is hosted by EarthWays Center of the Missouri Botanical Garden.

Presenting sponsorship is provided by Moonrise Hotel. If you are interested in sponsoring the Green Ball or making a raffle donation please contact Joyce Gorrell at joyce.gorrel@ MOBOT.org or 314-577-0220.

While the Missouri Botanical Garden’s mission is to protect and preserve plants, the EarthWays Center specifically focuses on helping people learn to live more sustainably.

EarthWays offers more than 20 programs and projects on sustainable living and learning for students, educators, business and community leaders, municipalities and green building professionals and contractors in Missouri throughout the year.

More than 45,000 households in the St. Louis region hold memberships to the Missouri Botanical Garden. Memberships begin at $65 ($60 for seniors) and offer 12 months of free general admission for two adults and all children ages 12 and under, plus exclusive invitations and discounts. Members help support the Garden’s operations and world-changing work in plant science and conservation. Learn more at www.mobot.org/membership.

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Join us for the fifth annual

GREEN BALL

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A celebration of all things GREEN in St. Louis

2014 Benefitting the EarthWays Center of the Missouri Botanical Garden

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 7–11 P.M. THE MOONRISE HOTEL 6177 Delmar in The Loop FOOD • OPEN BAR • DANCING… SUSTAINABLY! Creative green attire encouraged $50 general public; $40 Garden members Swing to live music performed

by Miss Jubilee!

Be creative with reuse in the Green Fashion Contest Sip creative cocktails, local beer and wine—open bar!

Savor cuisine featuring locallysourced delicacies Enjoy Vivant entertainers and Lindy Hop swing dancers Try your luck—amazing raffle and silent auction Carpool with four or more for complimentary valet parking

Visit www.mobot.org/greenball or call 314.577.5118

Swing to the hot jazz of Miss Jubilee!

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Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Resources For Green Lifestyles create the Center for Health, Environment, & Justice (CHEJ) to help communities across the country in similar situations like those at Love Canal and West Lake Landfill

by Ed Smith The message from Lois Gibbs was simple: Get Coalition For The Environment involved because no one cares about your situation www.moeniron.org and well-being more than you. That’s what a group of women have been doing for over a year and through their recent creation of the nonprofit Just Moms STL. These moms are the administrators of the West Lake Landfill Facebook page and hold monthly public meetings to engage, educate, and activate people about the smoldering and radioactive West Lake Landfill. These moms regularly communicate with local, state, and federal n 1980, Lois Gibbs and her agencies as well as elected officials. neighbors took Environmental These moms are moving the ball forProtection Agency (EPA) offiward for a more responsible review of cials captive to gain the attenthe West Lake Landfill by the Army tion of then President Jimmy Carter for Corps of Engineers. These moms are a complete buyout of their community fulfilling their roles as proactive citiafter discovering it was built on top of zens by holding the government and a chemical waste dump. And it financially responsible corporations worked. On October 4th,Gibbs, 2003 accountable at the West Lake Landfill, nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize, which is a hard job and one they did not addressed a crowd of 150 people in choose.

Maryland Heights about what she Join the Facebook page and attend called one of the most dangerous one of the public meetings held every Superfund sites she’s visited, right here month at the International Union of Lois Gibbs in St. Louis County.

Operating Engineers Local 513 on the The community’s efforts at Love Canal led to the third Thursday at 6pm, hosted by Just Moms STL, creation of the EPA’s Superfund program, which is Franciscan Sisters of Mary, and the Missouri tasked with addressing hazardous waste sites and Coalition for the Environment. holding polluters responsible for the cleanup. West Visit www.moenviron.org to learn more.

Lake Landfill is one such site. Lois Gibbs went on to Follow us on Twitter: @Moenviron

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Announcing the USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter’s 3rd Annual Photo Contest!

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

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t the U.S. Green Building Council-Missouri Gateway Chapter, we know members of our community and members of our Chapter are as passionate about sustainability and green building as we are! And through our 3rd Annual Photo contest, we’re looking for photos that celebrate the transformation of the built environment into a more 2013 1st place winner- Julie Villa environmentally friendly, prosperous, and healthy place to live, work, and website to check out last year’s photos, read the conlearn. test rules, and submit your photos.

In 2013, our photo contest judges had the hard http://bit.ly/14photo task of choosing just 3 winners from over 40 photos that highlighted sustainable design, alternative transWe provide portation, renewable energy, urban agriculture, bioa wide diversity, and energy conservation. The first place variety of winning photo, taken by Julie Villa, is a beautiful shot of a hill filled with wind turbines at sunset. commercial Second place winner Christee Zimmerman’s photo is and a striking photo of a Killdeer nesting on the roof of residential the LEED Platinum certified Sheet Metal Worker’s Local 36 building. And third place winner Jan recycling services metro wide Niehaus’s photo features a beautiful urban garden. with flexible schedules.

We look forward to seeing all of the photos as they are submitted! The contest is open to all resiContact us today: dents of our territory (most of Missouri and Southern Illinois), and submissions are due December 1st, 2014. First, second, and third prizes will include restaurant gift cards, framed prints of the winning info@EarthCircleRecycling.com photos, a free year of USGBC-Missouri Gateway 1660 South Kingshighway Chapter membership, and more! Head over to our St. Louis, MO 63110

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St. Louis HELP (Health Equipment Lending Program) DONATE YOUR USED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

The St. Louis - Jefferson Solid Waste Management District is a regional agency that was created in 1993 to assist the public, private and nonprofit sectors in establishing and expanding waste reduction and recycling. The District includes the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, Jefferson County and St. Charles County. For more information visit www.swmd.net or call 314-645-6753.

FIND IT ON THE WEB RECYCLING INFORMATION

ASSOCIATIONS, ORGANIZATIONS AND RESOURCES America Recycles Daywww.americarecyclesday.org Earth 911 - www.earth911.org e-cycle Missouri - www.e-cyclemo.org Envirolink - www.envirolink.org Global Recycling Network - www.grn.com Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program-www.HHWSTL.com Keep America Beautiful - www.Kab.org Missouri Recycling Association www.mora.org National Recycling Coalition www.nrcrecycles.org Resource St. Louis www.resourcestlouis.org St. Louis Green - www.stlouisgreen.com The Healthy Planet magazine: www.thehealthyplanet.com LOCAL RECYCLING INFORMATION GOVERNMENT City of St. Louis - www.stlouis-mo.gov (Search Recycling, click Refuse Division’s Recycling Program) Jefferson County Residents -www.jeffcomo.org (Then go to Services and click Recycling) St. Louis County Recycling Information www.recyclesaintlouis.com St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste Management District www.swmd.net St. Charles County Recycling Information www.scchealth.org/docs/es/docs/recycle

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he St. Louis Health Equipment and Lending Program (St. Louis HELP) offers a unique service to thousands of donors and recipients each year. How the program works is practical and simple; yet immensely beneficial. Those who no longer have a use for their home medical equipment can easily donate it to St. Louis HELP. These items are then made available at no cost to those in need for as long as necessary.

Before the medical equipment is distributed from St. Louis HELP’s warehouse, all items are checked for functionality, cleaned and repaired if needed. Any unsuitable items are recycled accordingly.

Because of the program’s primary mission, more than 5,000 people are provided with medical equipment that enables them to live as independently as possible and remain contributing members of the community. Moreover, the recycle and reuse aspects of the program account for the diversion of more than 115.6 tons of waste from landfills annually.

Each year, St. Louis HELP distributes more than $2.1 million worth of medical equipment due to the generous donations from local donors.

Through this service, program recipients benefit from $1.26 million annually in equipment while an additional $892,000 is distributed through partnerships with local organizations.

Annual follow-up calls with equipment ben-

benefit. The equipment provided helps make their job easier and safer, and hopefully, a little less stressful for them and their loved ones.

Although St. Louis HELP accepts and appreciates donations throughout the year, equipment drives conducted at various locations are hugely important. The largest events, in the spring and fall, are held at 12 local Walgreen’s locations. Volunteers at each site accept equipment donations, load them onto trucks and deliver them to the warehouse.

Home Medical Equipment devices include, but are not St. Louis HELP volunteers (l to r) Saqib Hassan, Rebecca Shelby, limited to, manual and power Fahran Hassan and Hali Lane Smith take a brief break at a recent wheelchairs, scooters, canes, crutches, walkers, shower recycling donation drive. chairs, tub transfer benches, eficiaries are conducted regarding their experigrab bars, elevated toilet seats, portable comence and potential need for additional or different modes, wheelchair ramps, seating cushions, back equipment. This personal contact indicates that supports/positioning devices, dressing aids, elecrecipients experience positive physical and mentric hospital beds, van lifts, lift chairs and stair tal changes in their everyday lives. By increasing lifts. their independence and overall wellbeing, recipiSt. Louis HELP is a non-profit organization – ents often note lessened depression due to all donations are tax deductible. increased safety and mobility. In addition to the For more information please call 314-567recipients, family members and other caregivers 4700 or visit www.stlhelp.org.

ou walk out the front door one morning and notice something different about your neighbor’s house. Your view has been obscured by an enormous metal dumpster that will soon fill up with drywall scraps, lumber, bricks, cardboard boxes, umpteen crumpled up fast food bags, windows, cabinets, and even the kitchen sink. Weeks, maybe months, later the dumpster has gone to the landfill, the humming sound of the power saw and air the compressor subside, and your neighbors’ house gleams that remodeled gleam.

If you have ever asked yourself if there was another way to do things so that all that stuff didn’t go to the landfill, then you should get to know Refab. Founded in 2012, Refab promotes the collective and creative re-use of our built environment by offering free deconstruction services to homeowners, business owners, and contractors.

The goal is to keep re-usable materials out of area landfills and to make them available to rehabbers,

crafters, artists, designers and other creative people like you. landfills and to make them available to rehabbers, crafters, artists, designers and other creative people like you.

Refab works with the St. Patrick Center to create employment opportunities for unemployed veterans seeking a new career in green industry.

Veteran trainees at Refab gain new skills in deconstruction, warehousing, and sales. As a nonprofit organization, all of the money raised reselling your neighbor’s old commode goes to fund reemployment training opportunities in St. Louis.

Every Friday and Saturday, Refab opens its warehouse to the public for your browsing and buying pleasure. The inventory at their 20,000-sqft warehouse in South City is ever changing so you never know what you’re going to find. One week it’s 50’s metal cabinet sets or dozens of multi-pane window sashes, the next it’s giant wooden spools or pallets of chemistry glass and lab equipment.

Refab is always a good place to check out if you’re looking for reclaimed hardwood flooring, cool old

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Refab deconstructs buildings otherwise slated for demolition, retrains community members for careers in green industry, and refabricates building materials for resale.

doors, or just about anything for your Pinterest project.

So before that humongous orange dumpster rolls onto your driveway for an extended stay, give Refab a call at 314-357-1392 or email donate@refabstl.org. You can also support Refab and help keep good, reusable materials out of area landfills by buying reclaimed materials on Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 10am-4pm, donating via their website at refabstl.org, or volunteering at the warehouse or on the deconstruction site—email volunteer@refabstl.org.

Jack Kaufmann Uses Music To Teach Recycling To Area Children

ost of us are aware that waste reduction and recycling are important factors in preserving the earth’s resources; especially for our children. So naturally, as we do our part, we also strive to inform and educate young people about how our actions impact the environment. So how do we get kid’s attention these days?

“In-The-Green Productions by Jack Kaufmann” accomplishes this by incorporating music and multimedia. He entertains and educates thousands of elementary students about waste reduction and recycling each year. His creative, interactive and musical style captivates students and staff throughout the presentation.

Follow-up evaluations from staff and administrators highly praise the live productions. (Including

ing transitions as he sings, talks, cute little smiley faces; an educaplays music and shows videos on tor’s stamp of approval.)

Kaufmann’s recycling presenta“the big screen.”

Playing his tion was created 25 years ago and instruments along with the environcontinues to evolve as environmenmental images on the screen helps children connect to the overall mestal concerns change and grow over time. In the last eight-month period sage. The music, a blend of original alone, “In-The-Green” productions compositions and recognizable cover tunes, is enhanced by a comheld shows in 30 elementary schools, which were attended by pelling video production, which more than 6,500 students and staff. includes a steady flow of waste These uniquely engaging 30-40 reduction information as well as minutes sessions are held throughcaptivating images of visualized natout the St. Louis-Jefferson Solid ural beauty. Along with the storyJack Kaufmann – Waste Management District; City “In-The-Green Productions” telling, Kaufmann utilizes several of St. Louis, St. Louis County, musical components including vocals, flute, guitar, keyboards and percussion.

Jefferson County and St. Charles County.

Kaufmann’s production is filled with motivat(A favorite among children is his flute, which he

crafted from recycle PVC pipe.)

The presentation first draws student’s attention to the beauty and wonders of the natural world as well as our connections to it. The songs and video then introduce the concept of landfills and the available capacity; along with the environmental problems associated with the disposal of waste. The focus then shifts to waste reduction alternatives. Finally, the presentation recaps the main concepts and reminds children of their personal ties, individual importance and connection with local and global environment.

“In-The-Green Productions” uses today’s technology, music and our love of nature to teach children the “3 Rs” of the newer generations; Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. For more information, go to www.in-the-green.net.

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Natural liviNg gift & Holiday guide Fair Trade Market Supports Living Wages & Safe Working Conditions For Artisans, Farmers, Children

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n Saturday and Sunday, November 22 & 23, and Friday through Sunday, November 28, 29 & 30, 2014 from 9 am to 3 pm, come shop the 2,500+ sq. ft. marketplace of fair trade items from all over the world. Enjoy family activities, product demonstrations and sampling, education, movie showings, drawings for fair trade prizes, food for purchase, and more.

Buying fair trade products supports living wages, care for the environment, no child or forced labor, gender equality, and safe working conditions.

In 2014, approximately $4,000 of Fair Trade retail dollars provides one artisan or farmer's family a living wage for a year through work, not charity. The Fair Trade Market’s cumulative sales over 11 years was $935,000 in just 47 shopping days! That means more than 258 families were able to support themselves through market sales!

This is not a fundraiser or charity. The artisans and farmers are paid a fair price before the product is shipped to the retail vendors selling the items to the final customer.

Manchester United Methodist Church provides space

for these vendors to showcase and sell their fair trade goods. Only vendors selling certified Fair Trade products participate in the market. The vendors at the 12th annual Fair Trade Market include: Plowsharing Crafts, Partners for Just Trade, roots-n-streams, and Soluna. Dedicated volunteers with a passion for social justice spend hundreds of hours throughout the year to make sure the market is successful.

Come browse our huge selection of products including: chocolate, coffee, purses, scarves, home decor, baskets, toys, clothing, hats, gloves, tea, jewelry, musical instruments, elephant poo paper, holiday decorations, soaps, dishes, games, books, and more. You can make a difference in the life of someone else by choosing fair trade. Fair Trade Matters!

Come join us at the 12th Annual Fair Trade Market located at Manchester United Methodist Church, 129 Woods Mill Road, Manchester, Missouri 63011.

For more information call 636-394-7506 or visit www.manchesterumc.org/ftm.

Shop At A Real Country Store This Holiday!

Christmas Trees • Wreaths • Pine Roping

• Bird Feeders & Bird Feed • Bird Houses • Locally Made Soaps • Locally-Roasted Coffee • Mushroom Logs • Pet Items • Homemade Pies and Canned Goods • Locally-Raised Beef, Chicken & Pork Packages

Take The Page Ave Extension To Our Front Door!

Greene’s Country Store & Feed 8621 Hwy N, Lake St. Louis, MO 63367

636-561-6637 Mon-Fri 9 to 7, Sat 8 to 7, Sun 10 to 5

www.greenescountrystore.com

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Natural liviNg gift & Holiday guide The ArT of enTerTAining

Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season?

Need the perfect party appetizer or meal?

Call The Art of Entertaining to order party trays, appetizers, salads, breakfast dishes, or a full dinner for the holidays. Low sodium, low calorie, and gluten free meals are also available which are ideal for the person on a special diet. You can also stop in to pick up ready to go appetizers and breakfast, lunch or dinner entrees. If you have not tried The Art of Entertaining before, stop in for the Monday Night Special, dinner for a family of four for only $27.50! Gift cards are great for coworkers, holiday gift exchanges, or anyone who loves to eat.

The Art of Entertaining is located at 8796 Big Bend Blvd., Webster Groves, MO 63119. Visit us online at www.theaofe.com or call 314-963-9899 for all your holiday food needs!

BiomATs & PorTABle sAunAs

Eclectic Accessories Furniture Home Goods Open Mon-Sat Mon-Sat 10-6 Open 10-5 Unique Wall Art 314-368-8184 10050 Manchester Rd. Used Books GTWOMissions.org Glendale, MO 63122 African Goods

Biomats are Energy-enhancing and detox-ing tools that reduce cortisol levels by 78% in 30 minutes, boost immunity, and give you more energy.

There are a Limited Number of Financed Biomats & Saunas, with FREE SHIPPING & NO TAX, so call today.These Warm & cozy gifts keep giving, year after year

Free Biomat loaners and portable Sauna are available for 3-4 days, delivered to you. Biomat and Far Infrared Portable Saunas are $ 64 - $88 a month, with Monthly payments for 11 months, debited from your checking acct, with FREE INTEREST. We offer a 60 day Money Back SatisfactionGuarantee, a 30 year warranty, and the Lowest price guarantee. (314) 562 -0844. email: clint@biomatmedical.com. www.biomatsynergy.com.

The Book house for gifTs

Looking for a unique shopping experience filled with the unexpected? Come visit The Book House located in the heart of Maplewood at 7352 Manchester Road. The Book House is literally packed with thousands of books of all kinds. New, used, rare, unusual, first editions, bargain books, art, history, literature, children’s books . . . Come with lots of time to browse for treasures! They also have late night music concerts, book signings, readings, and events for all ages. The Book House is not only a great place to shop but believe in making the world a better place! A percentage of all sales support charities such as Second Chapter Center. For more information please visit www.bookhousestl.com.

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OrdER ONLINE HOLIDAY MEALS, ENTRéES, SIDES, DESSERTS, PARTY PLATTERS, APPETIZERS, AND MORE FoR IN-STORE PICK Up wfm.com/holidays Whole Foods Market - Town & Country 1160 Town & Country Crossing Dr. 636-527-1160

Whole Foods Market - Galleria 1601 S. Brentwood Blvd.

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Natural liviNg gift & Holiday guide For your holiday menu

Freddie’s Market offers delicious hams, fresh natural turkeys, party trays, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and local wines that are perfect for your holiday party or family dinner. Let Freddie’s Market make your holiday meal planning stress free by doing the work for you. This full service, family owned market provides their customers with exceptional service and the freshest, healthiest options to ensure you and your holiday guests are happy. Be sure to call early to order your fresh turkey or boneless, honey glazed baked ham and all your other party food needs. Visit www.freddiesmarket.com or search for them on Facebook. You can also stop in at 9052 Big Bend Road at Rock Hill in Webster Groves, MO 63119 or call 314968-1914 to place your order today.

holiday christmas Festival

Celebrate the 2014 holiday season, French Colonial style in charming Ste. Genevieve, MO. The annual Holiday Christmas Festival will take place on December 6th and 7th and feature a traditional Christmas parade, free photos with Santa in Lion’s Club Park and over 30 performances of seasonal music spread out over two days. Local shops and art galleries feature holiday hospitality and shopping bargains. The Felix Valle State Historic Site will host ‘Le Reveillon’ on Sunday, December 7 showcasing French Christmas customs, decorations, music and food. The Bolduc House museum presents a winter wonderland of lights in the Vieux Noel. For more information, please contact the Ste Genevieve Welcome Center at 800-3737007 or online at www.VisitSteGen.com.

experience the magic!

Give a gift like no other - the excitement and thrill of live Gift Certificates entertainment with a Fabulous Fox Theatre gift certificate. For birthdays, anniversaries and other holidays, tickets to the Fox are a unique and memorable gift suitable for anyone. Gift certificate recipients can choose tickets for Broadway musicals, dance companies, family shows, gospel plays, comedy artists and a wide variety of concerts including pop, rock, rhythm and blues and country. And they are all set in a spectacular venue that is second to none. To purchase, visit metrotix.com, the Fox box office or call (314) 534-1111.

eat. drink. Be merry!

This holiday season show your appreciation with Schnucks Gift Cards! They take the guesswork out of gift giving and are always appreciated. Gift Cards are perfect for family, friends, teachers, co-workers and anyone else who makes your life a little easier throughout the year. It’s a gift the whole family can enjoy! For more information visit Schnucks.com.

repurposed giFts

At the Green Shag Market, we are all about repurposing, reusing, and reclaiming used items and furniture. We are a 7,000 square foot antique mall with a small shop feel. We have over 60 booths of unique merchandise. Come look around you just might find that "one thing"...that "something"...that

you forgot that you were looking for! Sign up on our "Wish List" in the store and we'll help you find what you're looking for. Come in for a true shopping experience and a walk down memory lane. Hours: Wed – Sun 10-5, Always Closed on Tues., Mon 114. The Green Shag Market, 5733 Manchester Rd., 63110, 314-646-8687. thegreenshagmarket.com.

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SPECIAL GIFT COLLECTIONS, unique metaphysical, art and holistic items plus a plethora of natural body products crafted with divinely scented essential oils will make your gifts the hit of any celebration when you shop for

the holidays at KARMA~NATURALS. As well as our many distinctive individual items, we make shopping simple with popular gift collections for women, men, or little ones. New this season is the PEPPERMINT COLLECTION consisting of our virgin coconut body scrub, old fashioned soap, luxurious body cream and moisturizing lip balm – all peppermint scented & attractively gift boxed for just $35. Easier yet...order online & we’ll ship it anywhere! Or, visit us at 126 S. Central Ave. Eureka, MO. karma-naturals.com.

puravegan health giFts

Give the gift of a healthy lifestyle. A PuraVegan gift certificate can be used towards a meal in the cafe, Health Coaching, Thai Therapy, Private Yoga Classes, Cooking Classes, hemp clothing or a 3-Day Cleanse Program! Help yourself or someone you love get a head start on healthy changes in the new year! Call 314-932-5144. www.puravegan.com.

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We Have All Your Holiday Party Needs!

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Holiday Selections at Freddies Market Order Your Local, Fresh Turkey!

Fresh from the farm • 15 lbs. to 24 lbs.+ Buy Local & Fair Trade Coffees

Stringbean Coffee LaCosecha Coffee Goshen Coffee Chauvin Coffee We Have Your Holiday Party Needs: Party Trays, Beef Packages, Wines, Baked Ham, Sandwiches & More!

The Finest Pies In St. Louis, Just like Mom’s!

9052 Big Bend Road at Rock Hill in Webster Groves 314-968-1914 • www.freddiesmarket.com

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VEGETARIAN COOKBOOK

Eating Lightly is a collection of over 400 vegetarian and vegan recipes from friends of the Missouri Coalition for the Environment. This is a cookbook with personality! Eight Missouri artists have contributed work to make Eating Lightly a visual feast as well. In addition to offering a wide range of vegetarian and vegan appetizers, soups, salads, breads, side dishes, entrees, and desserts, this collection notes which of its recipes are gluten-free.

Call 314-727-0600 or you can order online at www.moenviron.org.

WIld WREAThs / PRAyER WhEEls

By Pat Tuholske.

My Wild Wreaths and Prayer Wheels are crafted from Ozark native grasses, wayside weeds, everlasting flowers, tree bark, lichens, seeds, cones and feathers.

As I weave these gifts of the wild, I envision each as a portal into nature - a circle of life crafted from living elements of the prairie, meadow and forest that is a symbol of the turning of the year and the web of life. Wreaths have been used throughout history to celebrate the changing of the seasons, bless the home, tend the sick, and honor the ancestors.

View photos and full descriptions at WillowRainHerbalGoods.com.

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Bird Feeders, what a great gift for anyone on your Christmas list! We carry over 70 types of bird food and hundreds of bird feeders and houses and supplies. Everyone loves to get a new bird feeder, especially Grandpa. Pick up some locally made soaps locally roasted coffees, mushroom logs, home made pies and canned goods.(Try the hot and spicy pickles) we have something for that special person on your gift list or for those holiday visitors. Don’t forget to look at our locally raised pork, beef and chicken packages they make great Christmas gifts for those family members who love tasty and healthier meat. Greene’s Country Store & Feed, 8621 Hwy N, Lake St. Louis, MO. 636-561-6637. www.greenescountrystore.com.

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Dierbergs Markets has established itself with the Midwest’s largest selection of prepared foods. At no time is that more evident than at the holidays.

Dierbergs’ Holiday Entertaining Menu of fully prepared meals takes you from Thanksgiving right into the New Year. Order a complete meal, including entrée, 3 sides and dinner rolls, or just choose an entrée (from ten menu options) or individual sides to complement your own holiday meals and specialties.

Quick tip: Buy a side, transfer it to your own serving ware, and you’ve got the easiest bring-a-dish ever.

Order now at Dierbergs.com.

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Natural liviNg gift & Holiday guide HEALTHY PET GIFTS

Four Muddy Paws – We specialize in Holistic and Raw nutrition for both cats and dogs, plus earth-friendly and natural products including toys made of recycled materials, organic catnip toys, recycled knitwear and collars and leads and more. Our stretch fleece popover jacket will be your go-to pullover when the weather gets cold. It's super soft and stretchy and includes recycled polyester.

It washes like a dream and is the perfect cold weather gear for short hair dogs both inside and outside. Plus it's super comfortable for dogs and works with or without a coat. Available for both small and larger dogs, starting at $20 and available in five colors. Four Muddy Paws has two locations: 1711 Park Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63104 (314)773-7297 and in Illinois at 2127 S. State Route 157, Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618)6924729. www.FourMuddyPaws.com.

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One-of-a-kind handmade gifts tell everyone that you care. Stone Hollow Studio begins its 35th year of creating the finest in handetched scrimshaw by Michelle "Mike" Ochonicky. Her artwork will again grace the National Christmas Tree Display in Washington,D.C. this season--include it in your holiday traditions, too! Many gift ideas from one of the region's best known artists at www.StoneHollowStudio.com.

cELTIc For Good TIMES

Llywelyn’s Pub is a true Celtic pub serving up Celtic /American fare & world-class spirits. If you're looking for a place to watch the next big game, we offer HD TV's, free Wi-Fi, and over 60+ domestic & craft beers to choose from. Or hop aboard Llywelyn's trolley on

your way to the stadium or dome! Plus, enjoy outdoor seating, happy hour specials Sun-Fri and banquet areas for your next party. Ready for a great time? Llywelyn's features Live Music every Friday and Saturday night highlighting St.Louis’s favorite local bands. With 6 convienent locations, you’re sure to find a pub near you. It's all at Llywelyn's Pub. Celtic for good times. www.llywelynspub.com.

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Linda Wiggen Kraft is a mandala artist, photographer, workshop leader and garden designer. This holiday season many of the things she creates are available as gifts and gift certificates. Linda is creator of Mandalas Every Day coloring book. Her Flower Mandalas are available as photos and greeting cards. She also creates rustic pottery, up-cycled winter scarves from recycled sweaters and envelopes from magazines.

Linda’s art and crafts will be available on Saturday Dec. 6 at Spirited Hands Art Studio in Maplewood, 2814 Sutton, 63118. Her Esty store – Creativity For The Soul has these items online 24/7. Visit www.CreativityForTheSoul.com

GArdEn HEIGHTS HoLIdAYS

Looking for some inspiration this holiday season?

We ’ v e spent the past year refreshing and expanding Garden Heights’ gift and décor offerings. Our buyers are always looking for new things that will set us apart from the crowd and provide our customers with great ideas. You’re sure to

find unique items from local artists and makers alongside traditional favorites – all displayed in ways we hope will encourage and motivate you – just the opposite of holiday stress. If you haven’t been here recently, come see for yourself. Garden Heights Nursery, 1605 S. Big Bend Blvd. St.Louis, MO 63117 gardenheights.com.

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Top 10 Benefits: All natural Latex Mattresses 1)More Durable & Longer Lasting- Made from natural rubber, wool, and cotton not petroleum based foams and synthetic materials.

2) Modular-Parts can be changed or replaced. 3) Healthier-No Harmful Off Gassing. 4) More Bang For The Buck-Won’t need to buy a new mattress every 5-7 years. 5) Not Ridiculously Thick-Mattresses range from 7” to 13” thick. 6) Sustainable - Made from natural rubber, organic wool, and organic cotton. 7) Safer- No Harmful Toxic Chemicals. 8) Sleep CoolerBreathable. 9) Does Not Disturb Partner- Unique individual design makes it virtually movement-free.

10) Customizable Support for Each Sleep- Nearly endless possibilities for needed back support and cradling comfort. For more information call St. Louis Beds at 636-296-8540 or visit STLBeds.com.

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The Finest European Footwear and Accessories for the Active Woman, the Business Woman, the Fun & Fashionable Woman in You! Le Shoe carries all the hottest brands that look and feel great. Arche, Beautifeel, Birkenstock,

November, 2014 Bos. & Co., Camper, Dansko, Domedaris, Earth, Ecco, Fly London, Gabor, Naot, Pikolinos, Taos, Wolky Footwear and Anuschka hand bags. Check out the Coolest Collections Monday - Saturday 10a - 6p & Sunday 12p - 5p at LeShoe, 2538 S. Brentwood Blvd. in St. Louis. 314-963-1300.

See more of our selections and click to ‘Win a Pair’ at le-shoe.com.

For Chess Lovers & More!

Visit Q Boutique and find the perfect holiday gifts for hostesses, stylish adults, children, and chess lovers!

Our diverse assortment of treasures pairs chic design with intellectual inspiration for a shopping experience unlike any other. Located at the World Chess Hall of Fame in the historic Central West End, Q Boutique is a convenient jaunt from everywhere. We invite you to see why local tastemakers have made us their

The Healthy Planet magazine • TheHealthyPlanet.com favorite destination when looking for something truly original to St. Louis.And the good giving continues long after your holiday purchase: proceeds from Q %Boutique support % WCHOF’s cultural and educational programs. www.qboutiquestl.com.

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This holiday season give a gift that can positively change the world! SoLuna is a nonprofit Fair Trade store dedicated to providing a fair, living wage to artisans in developing countries by selling their unique handmade products.

These beautiful items include jewelry, clothing, accessories, gifts, and home décor made by artists in over 35 developing countries. Our store is located in Downtown Kirkwood across from the Train Station. Our address is 101A West Argonne Dr, Kirkwood, MO, 63122. 314-698-2662. Store hours: 10-6pm. For more information visit www.facebook.com/SolunaFairTrade.

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Natural liviNg gift & Holiday guide Isabee’s beekeepIng supplIes Isabee’s is your local bee-centric gift source for the holidays.

Isabee's has a professional selection of clothing, tools and equipment for your favorite beekeeper, as well as books and gifts for anyone interested in honeybees or beekeeping. We offer local and hand-made soaps and cosmetics, seeds and garden gift baskets, solitary bee habitat, and of course, local honey.

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Holiday get-togethers with colleagues, friends and family are more festive at SqWires. Dining by the fire is a timehonored tradition (and comfy, too). SqWires holiday menu items feature the best of the season with plenty of pumpkin, cranberry, chocolate and gingerbread. Reserve a table for happy hours Tuesday thru Friday 4-7pm, or lunch, dinner or Saturday and Sunday Brunch served 8am 3pm. Holiday gift-giving just gets a whole lot easier with a SqWires Gift Card - "the size is always right"!

Be sure and visit Lafayette Square on Sunday December 14 for the Holiday Parlour Tour - fun for the whole family. For more information call 314865-3522 or visit online at www.sqwires.com.

guide, Gluten Free & Vegan Recipes, Wine and Cheese information and much, much more. Please visit www.wfm.com/holidays.

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Consignment, Thrift & Global Goods is a not-forprofit Resale Shop that also sells items from other countries and cultures around the globe. Tax-free shopping creates an income stream to pay for children in Kenya to attend school.

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5733 Manchester Ave. 63110

314-646-8687 thegreenshagmarket.com

BioMat

$64 a month for 11 months Based on a Noble Prize in Medicine, A quantum health tool for 1,800 medical symptoms & conditions using Infrared & Ion Technology

a book designed to help even the youngest of kids to adopt an eco-friendly mindset and start taking care of the environment.

“The Earth, The Alphabet and Me” can be purchased at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Unboxedart.

Enter coupon code HPlanet14 to receive 10% off your order.

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You could do it all, but you don’t have to!

Online Ordering and Catering.

Order online and then pick up your order at your local Whole Foods Market. Buy Gift Cards. Grant a basketful of wishes in a single swipe! The lucky recipient of a Whole Foods Market gift card can buy the best of anything in the store, from a few basics to a cartload of indulgences. Shop Allegro. Choose from the finest coffees, teas, and drinking chocolate, exclusive to Whole Foods Market – for yourself, or as a gift. Whole Foods Market has all your holiday baking and entertaining needs: turkey

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Portable Saunas,

$88 a month for 11 months debited from your checking acct. FREE INTEREST 60 -day, Money-Back Satisfaction Guarantee & 30 year warranty Lowest price guarantee!

Energy- enhancing & detox-ing tools that reduce cortisol levels by 78% in 30 minutes, boost immunity, and give you more energy!

Limited Number of Financed Biomats & Saunas, with FREE SHIPPING & NO TAX!

Warm & cozy gifts that keep giving, year after year!

Free Biomat and Sauna loaners available for 3-4 days, delivered to you!

Call Clint at (314)562-0844 • e-mail: clint@biomatmedical.com www.biomatsynergy.com

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Come browse our unique selection of new, used, hard-to-find, and rare books of all kinds!

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Professional Booksellers since 1986

OVER 60 VENDORS Unique Items Furniture • Clothing Jewelry • Home Decor

Sharing Good Times ~ Sharing Good Tea©. Making the world safer for tea addicts, offering high quality looseleaf tea. 80+ available teas and blends. 90% certified organic, or custom blends from organic ingredi-

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Unboxed Art – Looking for upcycled holiday gifts you won’t find in the mass market? Check out the selection of whimsical sculpture, wall art, foundobject jewelry, and hair accessories available online from Unboxed Art. Also featured at the shop is “The Earth, the Alphabet and Me,” a children’s book featuring 26 ideas that help even the youngest of children start adopting an eco-friendly mindset.

Illustrations of collages made from pieces of wallpaper samples support the content and emphasize interesting, organic textures. Shop https://www.etsy.com /shop/Unboxedart; Enter coupon code HPlanet14 to receive 10% off your order through December 31, 2014.

Independent, Local, Diverse

The Green Shag Market offers Antiques and collectables at affordable prices.

We have a wide variety of merchandise dating from the 18th century to the 1980's.

If you are looking for something specific just tell us on our wish list and we will find what you are looking for.

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The Earth is a big place to keep clean; but even little steps help complete the task.

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Antique Mall

ministry, specifically a 501[c](3) corporation that supports an orphanage, shop, & other micro-finance opportunities in western Kenya. Supported by donations and consigners, there is a wide variety of everything for your home including furniture, décor, art and interesting salvage! Open Monday through Saturday, 10-6pm. 10050 Manchester Rd. Glendale, MO 63122, 314.368.8184, gtwomissions.org

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ents. Purchase as little as 1 cup worth (travel size) or 1 ounce (7-20 cups depending on the tea). Save money and purchase 2oz, 4oz, 8oz or more. New to looseleaf tea? Personal service, guidance and advice. Freshly brewed tea – cups “to-go” (including creamy chai or matcha lattes). Freshly brewed tea for events. 2707 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood 63143. 314647-8832. www.travelingtea.com.

pre-mixed prepared products to all of our single ingredients, bottles and jars for those who wish to make their own preparations. All are welcome to enjoy sampling Cheryl’s Herbs’ warm, refreshing teas while shopping a wide array of unique herbal, hand-crafted products appropriate for holiday gift-giving. Visit us at 7170-A Manchester Rd, 314-645-2165, www.cherylsherbs.com.

Cheryl’s herbs holiday Time

The Healthy Planet Gift and Holiday Guide Will Appear in our December edition, too. If You Would Like To Have Your Ad And Listing Appear, Please Call 314-962-7748 by Nov. 10.

At Cheryl's Herbs we personally select each and every individual ingredient and product from sources throughout the world in order to provide you with the finest possible quality oils, herbs and herbal products at reasonable prices. We offer something for everyone, from

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Sharing Good Times ~ Sharing Good Tea© Making the world safer for tea addicts, offering high quality looseleaf tea.

80+ available teas and blends 90% certified organic or custom blends from organic ingredients Purchase as little as 1 cup worth (travel size) or 1 ounce (7-20 cups depending on the tea) Save money and purchase 2oz, 4oz, 8oz or more

New to looseleaf tea?

Personal service, guidance and advice

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BEST GAMES & GIFTS 4652 Maryland Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108 / 314.367.9243 x109 QBoutiqueSTL.com / facebook.com/QBoutiqueSTL

Freshly brewed tea – cups “to-go” (including creamy chai or matcha lattes) Freshly brewed tea for events 2707 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood 63143 314-647-8832 • info@traveling-tea.com

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Natural liviNg gift & Holiday guide Missouri Botanical Garden For the holidays

aGeless ruG treasures Come in and enjoy the 17th year of our family owned rug store, open Mon.-Sat.,10 am – 5pm or check out our web.site: agelessrugs.com. We have a great assortment of finely hand knotted rugs on hand, as small as 2'x3' and up to 12'x18', in all colors, patterns and solids.

Custom dying and sizes available, nothing is too small or too large! We have the largest selection of samples in St. Louis! With natural dyes, wool, sisal/hemp, silks and our support of 'CARE FAIR', we proudly support a happy and healthy living environment. Ageless Rug Treasures, 14 N.Gore, Webster Groves, MO 63119.

314-918-9256. Agelessrugs.com

Founded in 1859, is the oldest botanical garden in continuous operation in the nation. One of St. Louis’s most famous landmarks, its 79 acres of gorgeous landscaping and historic structures include the Climatron®; Seiwa-en, an authentic Japanese strolling garden; and founder Henry Shaw’s country estate home. Holidays are a wonderful time of year at the Garden as visitors are delighted by Garden Glow; featuring over half a million twinkling lights, holiday décor at the Tower Grove House and Kemper Center for Home Gardening, holiday wreath displays, Kwanzaa, Chanukah and so much more! Visit www.mobot.org.

Hand-Knotted • Natural Dyes Family Owned

(314) 918-9256

www.AgelessRugs.com www.facebook.com/AgelessRugs store hours mon.-sat 10am -5pm

14 North Gore, Webster Groves, MO 63119

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If you would like to have your ad and listing appear, please call 314-962-7748 by Nov. 10.

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Earthworms’ Castings with Jean Ponzi

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message might merrily seep. Especially in a middle-aged brain grown drafty enough that . . . now what was I just going to say?

mental Mute button automatically controls my attention this time of year. When activated, it completely blocks my ability to perceive anything Christmas! This can kick on anywhere, anytime - but it happens most in retail environments.

Nope. Can’t see, can’t hear, can’t smell or any other way can’t comprehend so much as a whiff of wassail before the dawn of - Turkey Day! Despite the variable onset of my hollyjolly filtering phenomenon, I can set my clock for the day it dissolves, revealing a world of festive splendor: on Thanksgiving morning, when I go downtown for the St. Louis Holiday Parade.

I’ll be walking through unlikely aisles – in the drug store or supermarket – and suddenly, next to the lipstick or bananas, there’ll be a big black hole in the merchandise view. I can see beyond these sensory no-zones, perfectly normal and plain as day, the next row of vitamins or cheese or whatever. But not into the anomaly. Though I’ve noticed these spaces often glow faintly, red and green.

That day I carol with the marching bands, holler “THANKS for serving” at police and firefighter honor guards and waving mayors, and urge Miss Tall Missouri to stand up in her convertible car and show us just how winsome-willowy she is.

My brain blockade assembles earlier every year. This time I experienced it before Labor Day! That was disorienting, let me tell you. In the last week my fashion ethics let me go about in tie-dye and white shoes I’m jaunting along on a visit to a favorite local cultural institution and I glance into the gift shop and ho-HO! The Muzak mutes and everything before my eyes pixellates like a TV news shot of naughty body parts.

You’d think such selectivity would have some loopholes, some chinks through which a snatch of Fa-la-la or an ornament’s glitter or an EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST advertising

Starting that day and not one instant before, I can revel in the sights and sounds of a season I have not been bugged by, through consumer culture’s crush. The month or so between Thanksgiving and actual calendar Yuletide provides plenty of magical moments to steep my spirit in both trappings and traditions of The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year.

More than that, thankfully, is lost on me.

Jean Ponzi’s perceptions are Green yearround, as host of the environmental talk show “Earthworms,” heard Mondays 7-8 p.m. on FM-88 KDHX St. Louis Community Radio, or as a podcast anytime at www.kdhx.org/ondemand.

FIBROMYALGIA/CHRONIC PAIN SEMINAR Dr. Adam Hughes is holding a Fibromyalgia/Chronic Pain Seminar

Dr. Adam Hughes, DC

What do you do when the medications DON’T WORK? THURSDAY, November 13 at 6:30 PM 2001 South Hanley Rd, Suite 220, Brentwood, 63144 Topic To Be Discussed: Dr. Hughes’ Non-Drug Treatment of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain

7 WARNING SIGNS OF FIBROMYALGIA

1) Brain Fog/Fibro Fog, 2) Short Term Memory Loss, 3) Getting Lost in Conversation, 4) Muscle Pain, 5) Fatigue, 6) Inability to Sleep, 7) Frequency of Urination

Call 314-646-0013 • Seating Is Limited!

This is a must attend seminar for anyone suffering from Fibromyalgia/Chronic Pain

a Functional approach to Diabetes

by Dr. Adam Hughes, D.C.

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nyone with diabetes knows it’s important to manage insulin levels.

Functional medicine offers unique tools to manage insulin and blood sugar -- including diet, exercise, stress management, detoxification, and maximizing essential nutrients. To understand how all these tools apply, it’s helpful to know how insulin works. insulin and Blood sugar: a Balancing act Insulin helps keep glucose (sugar) levels in the bloodstream within normal range. When you eat, carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, our primary energy source. When glucose enters the bloodstream, the pancreas responds by producing insulin, which enables glucose to enter the body’s tissues. Excess glucose is stored in the liver; when needed to sustain blood sugar between meals, the liver releases sugar and the pancreas responds with more insulin to help it enter cells. This balancing act keeps blood sugar stable.

When the pancreas secretes little or no insulin (type I diabetes), when your body doesn’t produce enough insulin, or when your cells are resistant to insulin (insulin resistance, common in type II diabetes), sugar levels in the bloodstream can get too high. Chronic high blood sugar can lead to complications such as blindness, nerve damage, and kidney damage.

Managing Insulin with a Multi-Faceted Approach Certain factors increase the need for insulin: Diet What you eat affects your blood sugar and insulin levels.

• Not eating regularly, and eating larger meals causes drops and spikes in blood sugar and insulin, driving insulin resistance If blood sugar is a problem, better to eat smaller, more frequent meals to keep blood sugar and insulin levels stable.

• Processed and fast foods drive inflammation, which causes insulin resistance and other disease processes. It also increases cortisol levels, which can increase blood sugar levels.

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• Food sensitivities cause immune and inflammatory responses, which causes insulin resistance. Many people have food sensitivities they don’t know about.

• Pay attention to Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load. Glycemic index measures the insulin response your body has after eating a food. The higher the number, the more insulin your pancreas needs to secrete. Glycemic load is the amount of that food eaten.

Exercise Fat cells have insulin receptors. Exercise burns calories and fat; fewer cells mean less need for insulin.

And, when you exercise, your muscles need more energy to fire and insulin receptor sites become more receptive. Even a short walk can reduce blood sugar levels7) 6) Inability to Sleep, and insulin demands dramatically. stress Up to 90 percent of doctor visits are related to chronic stress. Stress has big impact on insulin by decreasing insulin receptor sensitivity, elevating cortisol, and causing the liver to raise blood sugar (the body’s way of increasing energy to handle stressful situations). Raised blood sugar means more insulin. toxins Toxins are found throughout our environment -- in body products, food, air, and water. The body gets overworked trying to deal with them, causing inflammation and increasing insulin resistance. Inflammation shuts down receptor sites, requiring the body to make more insulin. a multi-Faceted approach is Key For proper diabetes management, we must provide adequate exercise, proper nutrition, and manageable stress levels. As a functional health provider, I understand that you have unique needs and our clinic is prepared to help you develop a customized action plan to manage your blood sugar and insulin levels.

Dr. Adam Hughes is a Chiropractor and Functional Medicine Practitioner at Kingen Chiropractic Wellness Center. www.DrAdamHughes.com. 314-646-0013.

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Guide To Green Dining Promoting Green Dining Alliance Members in the St. Louis Area

MeMbers Atlas restaurant, 5513 Pershing, 63112, 314-367-6800 www.atlasrestaurantstl.com Atomic cowboy, 4140 Manchester Road, 63110, 314-775-0775 www.atomiccowboystl.com bailey’s chocolate bar, 1915 Park Ave 63104, 314-241-8100 www.baileyschocolatebar.com bailey’s range, 920 Olive, 63101, 314-241-8121, www.baileysrange.com bridge, 1004 Locust St, 63101, 314-241-8141 www.thebridgestl.com crushed red, 8007 Maryland, 63105, 314-725-8007 140 S. Kirkwood Rd. 63122, 314-238-0100, www.crushed-red.com extra thyme café and catering, 11885 Lackland 63146, 314-573-5996 www.extrathymecatering.com Flying rolls, 3674 Forest Park Ave, 63101, 314-898-0008, www.flyingrolls.com Foundation Grounds café and coffeehouse, 7298 Manchester Rd 63143, 314-601-3588, www.foundationgrounds.com Gelateria del leone, 3197 Grand Blvd, 63116, 314-776-3500, www.thegelateria.com Great Harvest bread co. (Kirkwood), 125 W. Argonne Dr 63122, 314-821-1848. www.greatharvestkirkwood.com Handlebar, 4127 Manchester Ave. 63110, 314-652-2212, www.handlebarstl.com i scream cakes, 2641 Cherokee 63118, 314-932-5758, www.iscreamcakes.com Kakao chocolatier, 7272 Manchester Rd 63143, 314-645-4446, www.kakaochocolate.com local Harvest café, 3137 Morganford Rd. 63116, 314-772-8815 www.localharvestcafe.com lulu’s local eatery, 3201 S. Grand, 63118, 314-300-8215 www.luluslocaleatery.com Mangia italiano, 3145 S. Grand, 63118, 314-664-8585, www.dineatmangia.net Maryville university, Gander Dining Hall, 314-249-7982, maryville.edu/location/gander-hall niche, 7734 Forsyth Blvd, 63105, 314-773-7755, www.nichestlouis.com Onesto Pizza & trattoria, Onesto opened in 2008 with the belief that we

Green DininG AlliAnce brings sustainability to st. louis’ restaurant scene

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t. Louis is a town with plenty of good food. Our unique culinary traditions have always drawn from the diverse farming community around us - and now, as more and more of us want to see a more sustainable restaurant industry in our town, diners can dine green with confidence when they see a “GDA-certified” sticker on their favorite restaurant’s window.

The Green Dining Alliance (GDA), a nonprofit program of St. Louis Earth Day, certifies restaurants in sustainability and helps business owners conserve energy, reduce waste, and source locally. GDA works hand in hand with local restaurants of all types to reduce their impact and adopt sustainable initiatives. They make greening easy with facilitation, education, and tools to navigate smoothly through the ever- Green Dining Alliance Members include businesses changing sustainability movement. like PuraVegan Cafe. All members share a common And it’s growing. As of September 2014, the goal, sustAinAbility!

GDA has tripled its number of certified restaurants since this time last year, with 41 restaurant • Local sourcing members and 539 metric tons of recyclable waste • Water and energy conservation diverted from landfills in 2013 alone. GDA also • Chemical usage collaborated with Maplewood’s Special Business • Innovation District to create a “Green Dining District” on the • Education and awareness Manchester strip, promoting a walkable dining Learn more about the Green Dining Alliance destination in which at least 25% of the restauat www.greendiningalliance.org or contact Olivia rants are certified green.

Engel, Program Coordinator at olivia@greenThe GDA’s restaurant certification program diningalliance.org or 314.877.8608. Sponsors of approaches sustainability holistically by auditing GDA include Missouri Dept. of Natural a restaurant’s facility and practices, taking into Resources, Sauce Magazine, St. Louis account: Composting, St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste • Recycling and waste reduction District, and The Trio Foundation.

could change the world one meal at a time. Since then we have become a proud 5 star Green Dining Alliance member by sourcing our meats, vegetables & other products locally. So local that we even have our own garden in which we grow basil, tomatoes, peppers & more! All of our menu items, including our sauces, dressings, and seasonal specials, are made from scratch in our kitchen. We also reduce, reuse, recycle & compost at our restaurant and throughout our catering events in order to help reduce our carbon footprint. 5401 Finkman St, 63109, 314-802-8883, www.onestopizza.com Pastaria, 7734 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 862-6603 www.pastariastl.com Picnic basket café (The Magic House) 516 S. Kirkwood Rd 63122, 314-822-8900 www.magichouse.org Pie Oh My! 2719 Sutton Blvd 63143, 314-704-4416, www.pieohmystl.com Pura Vegan, At PuraVegan, our commitment to preserving planetary resources is demonstrated through our menu, packaging and best practices. According to “Diet for a New America” it takes 8,500 gallons of water to produce a pound of beef, but only twenty-five gallons to produce a pound of wheat.

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Our Grove Brewery & Bierhall (4465 Manchester) and Midtown Brewery & Biergarten (3229 Washington) locations are open 7 days a week. UCBC works to reduce our carbon footprint by recycling all qualifying materials and composting all biodegradable waste. We also donate all of our spent grain to local farmers.

Our brewing equipment allows us to capture and reuse water and heat normally lost or wasted during the brewing process. Finally, both locations feature solar power arrays and use LED lighting to reduce energy needs.

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all is upon us and with it comes a variety of coolweather vegetables. One of the best ways to fully enjoy the delicious, intense flavor of vegetables is to roast them.

Roasting vegetables amplifies their natural sweetness, concentrates their flavor, and provides a beautiful browning on the outside.

Roasted veggies also win over even the toughest critics—those who turn their noses up at Brussels sprouts or butternut squash.

Another benefit to roasting vegetables is that it is a quick and easy process. Most of the work can be done ahead of time. You simply chop up a variety of your favorite vegetables, toss them together with some oil, herbs, and spices, and lay them on a pan and roast.

There are a couple of chef tips to keep in mind. Always roast in a hot oven – about 450475°F. The vegetables won’t take much time to cook, likely only 15-20 minutes. Your veggies will have a nice browning on the outside and will be tender on the inside. Another tip: be sure to cut all of your vegetables into evenlysized pieces to ensure that they cook evenly. If the vegetables are cut into uneven sizes, some small pieces will burn while others large chunks will be undercooked. Lastly, line the pan with parchment paper and spread the vegetables out so none are overlapping.

PASTA WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES Ingredients 1 medium onion 1 small summer squash, or 1/2 medium winter squash 1 handful mushrooms 1 small head cauliflower

1/4 cup canola oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Non-stick cooking spray 1 (16-ounce) package whole wheat pasta Optional Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan or Romano cheese 1/4 cup torn fresh basil or parsley leaves Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 475°F. 2. Rinse and peel onion. Rinse squash, mushrooms, and cauliflower. Chop vegetables into bite-size pieces, all equal size.

3. In a medium bowl, add oil, salt, pepper, and cut veggies. Stir until veggies are well coated.

4. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Spread veggies on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until veggies are browned at the edges, about 15-20 minutes.

5. During last 10 minutes of baking time, cook pasta following package directions.

Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain pasta.

6. In a large skillet, add veggies and drained pasta. Heat over medium heat for 2–3 minutes.

Stir frequently. Add some of the reserved pasta water to moisten and make a sauce.

7. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. If using grated cheese and fresh herbs, add now.

Serve hot. For a little heat, add in 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

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³,WœV Not Just Calories That Make Bellies )DW ´ Dr. Raj Banerjee, DC Dr %DQHUMHHœV Wellness Centre 314-282-3990 GetLeanToday.com Dear Seeker of Health & Fitness, Have you had any of these in your life? Injury, pain, surgery, infection, illness, divorce, financial stress, job stress, poison ivy, giving birth, irritable people, starvation diets, the menstrual cycle, eating junk foods, drugs and medication, excessive cold or heat, staring into computer monitors, and babysitting 15 small children under the age of five for over 13 hours²these are all examples of physical, mental and emotional stress.

Your walnut-sized adrenal glands, which sit on top of your kidneys, cannot distinguish among the various stresses that are present in your life²whether they are physical, mental, or emotional. These glands just pump out hormones to counteract stress²any stress! They are ³ILJKW or IOLJKW´ hormones intended to serve us for short periods only. But WRGD\œV stresses are anything but short term  so the hormones just keep flowing! If this persists, you can become an ³DGUHQDO W\SH´ of person²one who has either overactive or exhausted adrenals. This is very serious business because your quality of life depends so greatly upon how well your adrenal glands work.

Visible symptoms come along with persistent adrenal imbalances. Chief among them is hanging fat in the midsection that sags downward over the belly.

Thinned-out arms, legs and buttocks generally accompany this fat because the key hormone that prevails during stress (cortisol) converts these muscles

to sugar in an attempt to create more energy for a continually stressed body. With thinned muscles and large abdomen, adrenal types often have a hard time finding clothes that fit. Moreover, stress hormones in excess will steal protein from the bones, leading to osteoporosis.

Sometimes a fat pad develops in the lower neck and upper back called a ³EXIIDOR KXPS ´ Further, fat accumulation in the face gives a round or ³PRRQ IDFH´ appearance, a face that may redden because of weakened blood vessels.

So why does the extra fat appear? With all this sugar poring into the bloodstream through the action of stressfighting hormones, the fat-burning hormones of the liver get turned off. Not even high-protein or low-calorie diets will turn them back on again! Then fat accumulates on the belly because of the excess sugar thrown into the blood to meet ³GDQJHUV´ that GRQœW exist (and insulin stores the sugar as fat to keep your blood sugar levels normal). In other words, stress hormones prevent fat burning, and counting calories or eating more protein simply will n ot help.

To make matters worse, some adrenal types will try to work off fat with heavy exercise. But this just creates more stress and more stress hormones. Result? Less muscle and even more fat! What a predicament. Fortunately, adrenal imbalances can be corrected to turn muscle-burning adrenal types into fat burners again.

But WKDWÂśV only part of the adrenal story. Exhausted adrenals can run out of anti-inflammatory hormones and enter a chronic stage where pain and inflammation stay in the body for years (e.g., fibromyalgia). Sore muscles GRQÂśW seem to recover after exercise. Pain triggers stress hormones, which turns off fat burning. A deep, restful sleep becomes impossible. Constant fatigue, mid-

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ver the years, I’ve attended the annual “Medicine Week” conference in Baden Baden, Germany many times. This year I have the good fortune of delivering a presentation at the conference. This unique conference specializes in German Biological Medicine and is one of the most advanced Natural Healing medical conferences in Europe. Medical practitioners from all over the world give lectures and share information with each other.

Why is Biological Medicine important to you?

Biological medicine is the new frontier of modern medicine. It integrates old ideas proven over hundreds of years of actual use with new ideas of science. It integrates Western Science with Eastern philosophy. And it explores the crossroads between the basic physics of Cosmos and Biology.

Biological Medicine examines the fundamental questions of: why are we here (Mind/Body/ Spirituality) and why do we get sick (patho-physiology)? It explains why allopathic medicine does not have the cures for chronic illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, arthritis, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, etc. Biological Medicine is based on understanding the uniqueness of each individual even though the symptoms of two people may be the same. It creates treatment plans based on the unique characteristics of each individual’s underlying causes.

So, what is Biological Medicine? It is a unique field of medicine from Germany which integrates the modern medical science with the traditional European natural medicine, Homeopathy, Pleomorphism, and philosophies of Traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine. At the conference, we had lectures and demonstrations on homeopathy, herbs, RNA remedies, bio-physics on photon light therapy, Bio-resonance Mora therapy, Biological Terrain, Photon Resonance Therapy, Ionized Oxygen Therapy and many more interesting topics.

You may have never heard of most of these medical topics but they can be vitally important to reversing illness and strengthening one’s immune system. Also, one of the major benefits of natural healing is that its methods generally have no, or very little, side effects.

Antibiotics, drugs, steroids, chemotherapy or by-pass surgery, main staples for allopathic treatment temporarily relieve the symptoms but never correct the underlying causes for the particular ill-

ness. Almost always the particular condition will come back or manifest into a new medical condition as side effects.

Allopathic medicine manages disease by treating symptoms where “cure” is a foreign word.

In the Biological Medicinal approach, healing comes from within by assisting one’s immune system to heal oneself. After all it is your own immune system that keeps illness away and keeps you in good health. All that the best physician can do is assist one’s own natural healing process within an individual patient.

Biological Medicine understands there are almost always multiple underlying causative factors of illness. It addresses the five most often overlooked areas by medical professionals which are (1) environmental toxins and heavy metals, (2) chronic hidden infections and parasites, (3) unsuspected food allergies, (4) faulty diet and nutrition and (5) interrelated dental-medical complex problems.

Biological Medicine also focuses on a constitutional study of the individual, intestinal cleansing, acupuncture meridian assessment, and spiritual harmony.

I have been integrating German Biological Medicine with my Internal Medicine practice for more than ten years. The response to Biological Medicine is unique to the individual but highly predictable. It is also most satisfying for the patient because of its gentleness in the healing process.

Bread, beer and Natural Healing is not necessarily the right chemistry for the healing process.

However, good bread and beer has been an extra incentive to continue my annual trips to Germany to study Biological Medicine at one of Europe’s leading medical conferences.

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.PreventionAnd Healing.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. Also, on the third Tuesday, we welcome you to attend our Free Monthly Prevention and Healing Support Group to support your healing process. See details on our website.

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Angela Woodson is a chiropractor and acupuncturist, specializing in pregnancy and pediatrics. She obtained her doctorate at Logan University and continued her post-graduate studies with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.

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hile planning a newborn’s first chiropractic adjustment with new parents, having grace is always on the forefront of my mind. Recalling the time I was a new mother myself, I remember the feeling of being overwhelmed.

Your tiny miracle takes your breath away, as well as your sleep. Not to mention the slew of family, friends, and nurses coming through the door, all with good intentions, but interrupting your little REM cycle with your babe.

Our society has grace with expectant mothers, offering premier parking spots and there is always someone, even strangers, presenting to lift even the lightest objects. When it comes to new parents, somehow that consideration goes out the window, expecting parents to return to work quicker than most developed countries. The United States has zero policies pertaining to guaranteed maternity leave, while most offer 12 weeks. And at the top, Canada offers 50 weeks.

Not only is the maternity leave inadequate, but we expect parents to become accommodating, making them conform around the nursing staff’s own routine of tests to get some bonding time and shut eye. Just as you drift to sleep with baby by your side, it never fails a family member knocks on the door or a nurse comes in to take more vital signs.

What ever happened to the “village” mentality that it takes one to raise a baby? New parents often feel guilty for reaching out when they need the resources the most.

The first month with newborn should be a time of adjustment. When scheduling a chiropractic exam for baby, the parents are given the option to have the

exam at home or in the office. And how long after the birth is completely their choice.

We also offer a Connect group, meeting the second Saturday of the month. It is a time when parents can share stories, ask for advice, and something cool starts to happen… a tribe is built. There becomes a place where families rally around and offer meals to new families and exchange the number of the best babysitter they’ve had. Where advice about how to wash those pesky cloth diapers is traded and recipes are passed around.

If your family is looking to become more naturally minded, this is a great place to start. Chiropractic Wellness Center offers chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, nutritional counseling, essential oils, ergonomic training, and the hugs are free. Call for your free consultation by mentioning The Healthy Planet at 636-825-6555.

ssential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers and other parts of plants.

They can be both beautifully and powerfully fragrant. They are very clean, almost crisp to the touch and are immediately absorbed by the skin. Pure essential oils are translucent and range in color from crystal clear to deep blue.

Try this at home: Squeeze the peel of a ripe orange. The fragrant residue on your hand is full of essential oils.

In addition to their intrinsic benefits to plants and being beautifully fragrant, essential oils have been used throughout history in many cultures for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits.

Modern scientific study and trends towards more holistic approaches to wellness are driving a revival and new discovery of essential oil health applications.

Essential oils are used for a very wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. They can be used as a single oil or in complex blends depending on the desired benefit. Essential oils can be used in one of three ways: diffused aromatically, applied to the skin topically or taken internally. a Due to their natural molecular composition, essential oils are easily absorbed by the skin and can be safely applied topically. Application of essential oils can have immediate, localized benefits to the target area of application. They have restorative and

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calming properties and can be used effectively with massage and beauty therapy. The chemical structure of essential oils also allows them to be absorbed into the blood stream via the skin for internal benefit throughout the body.

A wonderful way to experience essential oils for yourself is to try the AromaTouch(R) Technique.

This is a clinical approach to applying essential oils along the energy meridians and visceral contact points of the back and feet to help balance sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems of the body. The AromaTouch(R) Technique improves well-being by reducing physical and emotional stressors and by supporting healthy autonomic function. The technique is simple and intuitive and provides for an unparalleled grounding experience.

Using essential oils can be both profoundly simple and life changing at the same time. Working with someone who has used essential oils before will help first-time users have a more beneficial and enjoyable experience. Consult your physician before using essential oils if you are pregnant or under a doctor's care.

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Missouri College Offers Several Programs Focused On Health & Wellness Careers

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ith so much interest in healthy lifestyles today, there are many avenues someone who would like to enter this field could pursue professionally. Missouri College offers several programs focused on healthcare and wellness careers as well as other fields.

Whether you’re looking for hands-on involvement in caring for patients’ healthcare needs or in work that supports those needs in an office setting, Missouri College can help you develop the essential skills and knowledge you need to get started.

Their programs put you in settings that simulate real world environments to help you experience what the workplace is really like. And you can learn from instructors who specialize in what they teach – including many practicing professionals.

Areas that are especially relevant for those who want to focus on wellness are the school’s Massage Therapy, Fitness Training, and Occupational Therapy Assistant programs.

They not only teach the range of techniques and skills needed to do the job but also help prepare you to work one-on-one with people, assessing their needs and adapting your therapies to the individual. This requires empathy, good listening skills, and confidence in your judgment and abilities – all qualities Missouri College can help you acquire through hands-on learning activities, clinical experience, and supportive, knowledgeable instructors.

Significant growth is expected in those fields through 2022. The need for Occupational Therapy Assistants is projected to increase by 41%, with 23% higher demand for Massage Therapists, and 13% for Fitness Trainers.* In addition to the popular wellness fields, Missouri College offers many other healthcare and business programs.

The school has been providing career-focused training and education for over 45 years, preparing thousands of people for challenging and rewarding professional opportunities.

Missouri College is located at 1405 S. Hanley Road in Brentwood, Missouri.

If you would like to learn more about the programs mentioned here or other programs offered, you can contact them at 888-628-7333 or visit missouricollege.edu. *http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/occupational-therapy-assistants-and-aides.htm http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/massage-therapists.htm; http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-andservice/fitness-trainers-and-instructors.htm Missouri College cannot guarantee employment or salary. Credits earned are unlikely to transfer. Missouri College is institutionally accredited by Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

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ur soul is waiting for us to mirror back to it all its gifts and strengths.

As children, we looked to our parents for this kind of mirroring, and in the absence of healthy parents or caregivers, often received inaccurate or faulty mirroring of who we really were. It is up to us now to begin this process of caring for this soul child inside, and no one knows this child better than we do or is more capable than we are for healing and caring for her. Everything we need in order to care for this child is already inside of us, all the wisdom, the truth, the answers we need to have in order to protect and champion this child, it all already exists inside of us.

It is up to us to do the healing work, build a relationship with our self that lasts, and this healing journey takes time, effort and energy.

The only way out is through, and if we are to attend to this soul child in the very best manner, we have to know in every moment what she needs and how she feels. This is the kind of work that never ends; in order for us to become the persons we were designed to be, we must attend to this child inside every day.

This process is like taking vitamins: if we were to wait to take our vitamins until the time we begin to get sick, although they may be of some help, in most cases, we have waited too long to bolster our system- they are not generally as effective as if we would have been taking them daily all along. Such is this soul work too: it is designed to become a way

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of life and for those who consider it as such, they find the rewards immense and long-lasting.

Each one of us holds a self inside that can teach you not only how to best care for your soul, but also how to get from here to there, how to become what you seek to become in your life. You might experience this part of yourself as a guide, a protector, a friend.

However you meet this part of your spirit, know that it is one of the most powerful resources in your healing journey. It will reveal to you a sense of being grounded and balanced, and always show you how to reconnect with your own innermost strength and solidity in your quest to feed your soul. Don’t wait until it becomes necessary to attend to your child inside- continue to connect with her on a daily basis and you will find that your life can change immeasurably.

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SolutIonS for StreSS: Relieving Emotional Burdens

by Amy Davis, M.D.

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e experience stress in various ways. Injuries, infections, allergies, poor sleep, work, diet, toxins and then there is LIFE! We are bombarded with stressful events throughout our lives, good and bad.

Exciting events like a wedding or new baby can be stressful. Difficult experiences result in emotions like fear, sadness, grief and anger. No one goes through life “stress-free” and this results in a build-up of stored emotions. By experiencing the difficult, we appreciate the good.

However, chronic stress leads to a variety of physiological changes and emotional burdens that interfere with the ability to heal.

Stress of any kind leads to: • Elevated cortisol levels and weight gain • Food cravings • Poor digestion and poor absorption of nutrients • Dysbiosis • Immune weakness • Sympathetic overdrive - chronic fight or flight • Sleep problems • Brain fog and poor concentration Over time, these physical changes can escalate on their own, and eventually create disease.

The emotional build-up creates a burden and a feeling of being weighted down. It skews how we see the world. Under stress, we may become defensive, irritable, short tempered and prone to overreact to routine situations. Emotional burden can lead to negative self-talk, perpetuating the stress cycle.

Despite many avenues to address emotional

overload – counseling, exercise, relaxation techniques, meditation, deep breathing - we still tend to get STUCK. We often don’t understand why we have such a hard time changing behavior. You can know what to do and still find yourself falling into old dysfunctional patterns, unfulfilled, overwhelmed and struggling to find peace in your life.

Why do we get stuck? EMOTIONS ARE STORED IN BODY TISSUES. Releasing those old stored emotions is a key part to regaining balance in your life. Our patients report, on average, a 40-60% reduction in emotional symptoms following each treatment. They have a sense of feeling “lighter”. Behaviors begin to change. Clarity and focus are heightened. Problems become manageable again.

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So, how is a healthy relationship different from what you have experienced in the Christine Kniffen, MSW, LCSW past? A healthy relationship is one in which you feel comfortable and safe enough to Ready For A Lovely completely be yourself and state how you feel. A healthy relationship is one in which Fall Romance? you finally feel appreciated, validated and loved for who you are as person. A healthy Like my Facebook page via my website in order to get alerts to new episodes of my “Quick Tips on Love” relationship entails a genuine spirit of compromise and video series on YouTube and upcoming seminars. eventual appreciation for the differences you each bring to the table. Most importantly, a healthy relationship is www.ChristineKniffen.com one in which you are able to get your own personal So, you have just met someone and you find your- needs met. In a healthy relationship each partner wants self ready to fall in love again. The big question then to know the other persons needs and in turn wants to go becomes determining how this love will be different about trying to help meet them. This is the real beauty from previous experiences you have had at other times of solid, reciprocal love. It involves giving and getting throughout your life. More importantly, how will you on a somewhat equal basis. Once you think you have truly know that this time around it is the real deal and found this healthy love you need to decide to put in the capable of giving you everything that you have ever extra effort required to keep it going.

Keeping the romance alive is an issue for many relawanted from a relationship? Falling in love as an emotionally evolved adult involves some degree of practi- tionships. We all get busy with work, errands and famcality and looks different than its unhealthy counterpart. ily. Many of the couples I work with suffer from a lack If you are ready to fall in love again then you should pay of quality time together. A beautiful, healthy relationattention to a few important aspects regarding relation- ship is a precious commodity. It is imperative that it be ships. You should work to avoid the same old traps, given the proper time, attention and energy it deserves. take the time to analyze and appreciate how a healthy It is all too easy to take it for granted and let it fall to the wayside. So, get creative and keep the romance alive. love is different and work to keep the romance alive.

If you are just beginning to fall in love again then Surprise your love with something nice just because you make sure you don’t make the same old mistakes and can. Offer a sensual massage. Plan a special evening fall into the same old traps. Slow down and take some for the two of you and do something out of the ordinary. time to appreciate dating and getting to know each Plan a romantic weekend getaway or just start to leave other. Think back on times in the past when the rela- little notes in his or her pockets with statements of love. tionship moved far too quickly and ultimately didn’t A great relationship doesn’t just happen. It takes effort. work out in the long run. In this stage you need to be But, this is the kind of effort that I have always looked paying attention to what is happening and what is being forward to rather than the kind that seemed like work.

So, if you find yourself falling in love again then said. In this stage people often suffer from what I like to call “Selective Sight” and “Selective Hearing”. The take a moment to think about the things I have said. red flags are flying by at rapid speeds and we are sim- Take your time and enjoy the moment. Cherish the ply refusing to pay attention, as we don’t want to see beginning stage, as it doesn’t last forever. Pay attention anything averse to having this relationship work. Slow and look for the qualities that need to be present in order down and enjoy the process of getting to know each for any relationship to be healthy and happy. Lastly, other. This stage is very enjoyable and doesn’t last for- treat your relationship like the beautiful thing that it is ever. In addition, you will then have the necessary time by investing the time and energy to keep the romance to pay attention and determine if this is a person who is alive.

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Dr. Deepak Chopra, best selling author and leader in the holistic health field, has revived Primordial Sound Meditation. This ancient form of meditation uses mantras, or Primordial Sounds, which are selected for each individual.

This simple mantra technique, which is practiced twice daily, allows our awareness to go beyond the activity of our mind to the stillness of our spirit.

This process allows our bodies to gain the deep rest necessary to release stress and fatigue. The result can be improved health, more satisfying relationships, increased creativity, and renewed enthusiasm for life.

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A Garden of Awe and Gratitude

by Linda Wiggen Kraft

“To see a World in a Grain of Sand And a Heaven in a Wild Flower, Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand And Eternity in an hour.” William Blake

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illiam Blake knew awe. His poem shows what happens when a person is captured by the sense of awe. In our gardens we are given the gift of awe. Although awe is felt in many situations, it is most often experienced when outside in nature. In our own gardens the sight of a flower can take our breath away. The patterns and colors can transfix us, bringing a wonder and amazement that overwhelms us. A butterfly that dances in the wind as it flies from flower to flower enthralls us. The taste of a sweet ripe fruit picked fresh from the tree brings an ecstasy of flavor The experience of awe enhances our lives in many ways. Without its life would not be the same.

When in awe we feel an overwhelming sense of something larger than ourselves. This sense transforms us so that we see the world and how we want to interact with it in a different way than before the experience. It turns out everyone is hardwired to have experiences of awe. It is universal not matter

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Throughout the ages, awe has been explained in philosophical, spiritual and religious terms.

Recently awe has also entered into the scientific realm. The feeling of wonderment and being part of something way bigger than the small self is now being studied by numerous scientists around the globe. One study showed that in our time tight way of living, people actually felt there was more time in their lives after an awe experience. Feelings of

humility, wanting to improve the world and being more open to helping others were common effects of awe. Some of the latest research being conducted is testing the physiological effects of the awe experiences. Feel-good chemicals, like dopamine and others, produced in our bodies are being measured before and after awe-inspiring nature outings. Other markers of how health is affected are also being measured.

Whether explained by science or theology, the awe inspiring effects of nature in the wild or in our gardens are some of the most transforming and pleasurable times of our lives. For these experiences we can be grateful.

One way to give thanks to the garden for all its gifts, including awe, is to do a walking meditation through the garden letting the sense of awe take place. These walking meditations can take place any time of year. November is a perfect time as the harvest and celebration of the growing year is coming to a close.

Stop and pause before walking around the garden. Breath in and out a few times centering attention on the air and light around you, and the energy of the growing earth below. Walk slowly paying attention to the small things not often seen: a fallen leaf, the texture of the bark, the seed head of a flower, the stones on the path. There is a universe in each square foot. With each step send thoughts of gratitude and love into the garden. And in that place of awe let yourself experience, “a World in a Grain of Sand And a Heaven in a Wild Flower, Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand And Eternity in an hour.”

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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TOPDRESSING!

Get the Key to a Beautiful Lawn This Fall

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eeding plants and your lawn a nutritious diet of compost throughout the year is the key to the best lawn on the block! Top dressing your lawn with compost in autumn is key to making it the greenest on the block come spring. Top dressing, an industry secret among ground crews at golf courses, involves the direct application of a layer of compost and/or other organic material to grass. It’s plain to see that with the help of St. Louis Composting and the Ecolawn Top Dresser, compost top dressing can become the core of your natural lawn care program.

This annual application of nutrient-rich organic material promotes healthy root structure by: • infusing soil with beneficial microbes and essential minerals • increasing soil aeration • improving drought resistance • lessening soil compaction Top Dressing using STA-Certified Field and Turf Enhancer and the Ecolawn Top Dresser from St. Louis Composting improves soil structure. The addition of our Field and Turf Enhancer allows the soil to be more porous while furthering its water retention by up to 30% more, and the development of new roots. By applying our compost with the Ecolawn Top Dresser you will stimulate the microbial activity in the soil, which is particularly important for the health of the lawn.

Step-by-Step Guide to Top Dressing: • Core aerate the lawn, concentrating on the most heavily trafficked sections. article continues on next page

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W • Apply a 1/2 inch layer of compost, using the Ecolawn Top Dresser • Smooth the surface using a rake or weighted drag mat to break down soil plugs & backfill holes Ecolawn Top Dresser • Spread grass seed, lightly rake, and water – making sure all seeds are covered with soil/compost layer to guard against winter damage • Water as needed, keeping the soil moist until seeds germinate The Ecolawn Top Dresser is a multi-purpose selfpropelled applicator. It’s easy-to-use design will help you carry out customized top dressing applications such as restoring your existing lawn or dressing your newly seeded areas. Using the Ecolawn Top Dresser and STA-Certified Field and Turf Enhancer is the first step you can take to create a professional, complete and ecological maintenance program for your lawn.

Top dressing corrects several problems at their source and allows for healthy soil and grass. It will help to promote healthy root structure by infusing soil with beneficial microbes and minerals, increasing soil aeration, relieving compaction problems and improving drought resistance.

Top Dress is $75 to rent for a full day and $40 for half a day.

Contact St. Louis Composting for additional information and to rent the Ecolawn Top Dresser today at www.stlcompost.com.

hen it comes to the holidays, many classic American side dish recipes come to mind such as green bean casserole, sweet potatoes with marshmallows, canned cranberry sauce, and the infamous instant mashed potatoes.

Some folks really enjoy these holiday favorites.

Unfortunately, standard holiday dishes may not be the healthiest as they tend to be loaded with sodium, highly processed grains, refined sugars and modified starches. They also have the ability to leave us fatigued and full. There are healthy alternatives that are pleasant on the taste buds. Healthy Planet readers tend to be savvy to the local foods scene, but it is also important to share these concepts with friends and family who may not know the importance of healthy, locally sourced foods. The more individuals who are concerned about local food increases the potential for small farmers to thrive in their communities. Luckily, you can still source a plethora of local ingredients from Local Harvest, City Greens, The Tower Grove Farmers Market and The Schlafly Winter Market.

You can also get veggies directly from La Vista Farm via the Holiday Share: A large bag of fresh locally grown, non certified organic veggies including butternut squash, acorn squash, sweet potatoes, kale, lettuce, peppers, greens, garlic, fresh sage and more. The Holiday Share is $40 and can be picked up from Garden Heights Nursery on Sunday, November

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Hillermann Nursery & Florist Offers Trees & Shrubs For Fall Planting

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his large, family owned Nursery & Garden Center is a local gem nestled in a valley at the eastern edge of Washington, Missouri. Second-generation family members now own and operate the business that was started in the spring of 1951 by Don and Bernie Hillermann. Over the company’s 63 years of business, it has gained many knowledgeable and long time employees in its departments of Nursery & Greenhouse, Garden Center, Floral & Gift Shop, Equipment Center, Landscape, Irrigation, and Landscape Lighting. Beautiful gardens and unique displays throughout the indoor and outdoor sales areas make this garden center a great place to shop and visit. Houseplants and

The Hillermann Family dish gardens of all sizes (great for décor and gifts) are available year-round. Perennial plants, annual plants, vegetable plants, and gorgeous container gardens and hanging baskets, as well as a large selection of nursery trees, shrubs and plants are available throughout the growing season. Quality lines of lawn and garden equipment, plus parts and dependable service and repairs, are available in the Equipment Center.

Hillermann’s Landscape Division offers top quality residential and commercial landscape, irrigation and landscape lighting design, installation, and maintenance, grading and seeding, aquatic weed control, snow removal, spraying and more.

They can help you create beautiful and functional spaces outside your home including patios, fire pits, retaining walls, landscape beds, water features and more. Call 636-239-6729 with any questions you have on any of these services.

Late fall is a great time to plant trees and shrubs. The roots of trees and shrubs grow during winter until the ground freezes. They can become more established and be able to handle the next hot, dry summer much better. Exposure, soil conditions and moisture conditions are things you should consider for areas that you want to add new trees and shrubs. The knowledgeable staff can help you with selections of trees and shrubs that will work best in the area you want to plant.

Those colorful daffodils, tulips, hyacinths and more that you see in your neighbor’s yard in spring need to be planted before winter to trigger their beautiful displays in spring. Spring blooming flower bulbs can be planted up until the ground freezes. Hillermann’s offers a good selection of quality flower bulbs in bulk and pre-packaged for your colorful spring bulb gardens.

Check the event calendar at www.hillermann.com for fun and educational events that are available throughout the year at Hillermann’s.

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

Plan For A Pet-Safe Thanksgiving Holiday

by Dr. Doug Pernikoff, DVM

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hanksgiving is that wonderful time of year, our woodlands adorned with fall flora, cool weather changes, and the portal for Christmas and New Year's seasons following close behind.

What's to Worry?!?!? All that great food! Bad for our waistlines, and maybe, worse for our beloved pets!!

So many goodies! The general rule is to go ahead and 'stuff the turkey, not your pets'. Any unfamilar diet items can pose a problem.

Excess gas, diarrhea, vomiting and worse!

Those are the general signs to watch for. More severe signs like bloody stool, lethargy, and severe conditions like pancreatitis or stomach bloat can ensue. All these issues, aside from making our pets ill, costs lots of money at the emergency veterinary hospitals! Certainly, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

And, don't forget to secure the trash cans and trash bags to assure that Fido or Felix do not find their way into all those tasty morsels.

Items like turkey and chicken meat can carry organisms like Salmonella, as they sit out and denature. The turkey bones are hollow and splinter easily. Foreign bodies lodged anywhere along the intestinal tract, from mouth to tush, can impose major concerns, leading to surgeries that again, are costly, and can prove life threatening to our babies.

Bloat is an animal in it's own right. This syndrome is much more prevalent in mid to large and giant breeds. Excessive water drinking or unusual food items producing gas, both distend the stomach. If it becomes too enlarged, like a water balloon, it tends to turn on its axis, and subsequently, twist off it's own blood supply. There is another issue. The spleen lies along the side of the stomach, and where the stomach goes, so goes the spleen.

When the blood supply is twisted off to either, or to both organs, there is immediate tissue death and toxins released that can affect the heart, and worse. These animals tend to get very sick and even can die within hours. If you note your dog's stomach is swelling; if they stand uncomfortably as though in a trance, or if they try to vomit repeatedly, better get to your vet ASAP. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas organ, which produces both hormones like insulin and glucagon, for sugar metabolism; but, also has cells that produce the enzymes for digestion in our upper small intestines. Fatty foods and other unfamiliar food items can stimulate an overproduction of those enzymes that leak out and actually irritate the very tissues that produce them. Pets can get very ill, very quickly. Again, vomiting

and excessive soft, voluminous stools are not uncommon. Fever, lethargy are also very frequent reports. Most times, your vet will need to hospitalize your pet and treat with fluids, antibiotics and other intestinal protectants. This syndrome tends to be more chronic and can recur with ever so slight a change in palate. This is why most vets will ask owners to minimize the treats provided and keep foods as consistent as need possible. If you decide you wish to change a diet item, please do it with caution, and slowly, over 10-14 days.

As a general rule, avoid items like onions, grapes, raisins and other components of our Thanksgiving entree and desserts. Be safe and avoid issues by avoiding feeding practice changes around the holidays! Have a wonderful, family packed event this year. Love to all your pets and to you as well!

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Losing It...Your Pet’s Healthy Weight

by Ava Frick, DVM

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rying to help your pet lose weight can be frustrating.

Traditional “weight loss� diets often lack sufficient levels of the vital nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that animals specifically need based on individual idiosyncrasies. The bottom line is that what is on the bag is not enough.

Changing how a body recognizes and metabolizes its food (nutrients) needs to be addressed for any successful and healthy weight loss program. Here are the stories of two dogs that have successfully experienced losing weight and enjoying every bite of it!

harsh winter last year slowed her progress, but by March was down to 104 lbs, with an 83 cm pelvis and 92 cm thorax. By August 2014, Holly has lost almost 26 lbs, was swimming everyday, and had no limp for 2 months.

Her Parents say, “She’s doing phenomenal. I’m very happy with the way she’s losing weight.�

BLAZE: A 9 1/2-year-old, male neutered Border Collie mix was eating a lamb and rice dry food for most of his life. He developed degenerative joint disease in both hips, had problems walking, and was overweight. His owners were hoping to avoid hip replacement surgery. Addressing his pain and arthritis was vital to getting him movHOLLY: An 8-year-old, spayed yellow ing. Initially, drugs were used for his pain, but Labrador Retriever who weighed 122 pounds. with some herbs, vitamin and mineral replaceShe was fed a top line dry food for large dogs. ments, and correcting his body metabolism, it Holly has had problems with weight most of wasn’t long before he was able to scale-down. her life, is afraid of storms, had repeated ear A home-made diet was selected for him. In infections, and now has problems doing the April, Blaze tipped the scale at 91 pounds and by August he was below 75.

That is a 16 pound loss in 4 months!

Part of his program included underwater treadmill exercise.

He enjoys his water therapy, runs and plays, and has no difficulty walking or climbing stairs. His Holly Before Picture on left and Holly After Picture on right. happiness level is way up!

If your pet is overweight here are steps things she enjoys the most: going for walks and to take: swimming. She has difficulty bending her left 1) Read the label on the food you are feedelbow, painful swelling in left hock, and her ing. Does if fit what this animal would eat out nutritional assessment indicates problems with in the real world? For help with understanding liver and endocrine function, and carbohydrate this read www.DogtorJ.com . Then make a betmetabolism. ter change.

The plan was to get her weight down to 85 2) Is pain part of the reason? If so, aside lbs. Her home-cooked, grain-free diet is: 1 cup from medications, consider other therapy that twice a day, 1-2 eggs at bedtime, with 1/2 cup can provide relief such as massage, hot/cold protein and veggie snacks during the day. She packs, liniments, herbs, and pain-specific theris also given vitamins, minerals, and tissue apeutic modalities. extracts selected to address her conditions, and 3) Is there a daily exercise program? If not, medications and supplements for her pain and get one that fits your pet’s ability and current inflammation. Regular chiropractic adjuststatus. ments and rechecks were necessary to make 4) For those with long term obstinate obechanges to the program. Holly also engages in sity, adjusting endocrine and metabolic trends daily walks that she can tolerate. will most likely be needed to get the pounds We are not at the goal point yet but Holly dropping. continues to improve and had a great summer without pain.

For more information please contact Dr. In November, Holly weighed 122 lbs, with Frick at her Pet Rehab and Pain Clinic by callmeasurements of 94 cm around the pelvis, and ing 636-489-5350 or visit her online at 96 cm around the thorax. In December, she had www.animalrehabstlouis.com. resumed playing with toys, had adjusted to her new food, and had a higher activity level. The

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My wild wreaths are visionary works of art woven of native grasses, wayside weeds, everlasting flowers, tree bark, lichens, seeds, cones and feathers. As I bind together these gifts of the wild, I envision each as a healing portal into nature.... a pathway lit by the eternal flame of spirit.

These wild wreaths are the reflection of the helping spirits in nature. Bringing nature indoors leads us to a richer life when we take the time to reflect on the wonder of the plant. Plants can be wise teachers and faithful friends. It is a rewarding and sacred relationship.

Wreaths bless the space they inhabit. Tune into these wheels of plant energy and imagine sacred space around you and within you. Visualize a personal sanctuary and remember your wholeness and harmony. I value the wreath as a tool to understanding change and cultivating transformation. Wreaths are a symbol of the web of life... of all seasons and cycles of life.

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Acorns and Oak Leaves – wisdom, strength and endurance Bee Balm - awareness of interconnection to all life Birch Bark - transitions, new beginnings and rebirth Blue Sage - healing, wish fulfillment, and prosperity Buckeye – brings good fortune Cedar Tips and Berries - purification and protection Fern - divination and “invisibility” Globe Amaranth - unchangeable, constant, unfading love Goldenrod - strengthens intuition and reveals the hidden treasure within the heart Wild Grasses - sift away unwanted influences Honey Locust - strong sense of destiny and fate Ironweed - grounding and transformative Lichen - contains the memories and stories of ancient earth Linden Flowers - elemental wisdom and creativity.

Mountain Mint - calls in the good helping spirits and brings vivid dreams Mugwort - mystical experience and inner enlightenment Oregano - taps deep well of inner resources Pine Needles and Cones - inner vision and long site Rattlesnake Weed - healing power of snake; shedding the old and welcoming the new Rose Hips - trust intuition; speak the truth; see the beauty Sweet Everlasting - brings the soul home; restores, purifies and protects Spruce Cones - awakens wonder and the ability to bounce back from adversity Sumac - links inner and outer worlds to focus on goals Willow – growth, flexibility and adapting to change Witch Hazel - divination and magic Yarrow - dream work and communication with spiritual allies

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How To Create A Space Of Calm For Your Child

By Vera Gabliani, Ph.D.

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n these times of rapid changes, uncertainty and heightened fear, many parents worry about how they can help their children to feel safe and secure. One important way of supporting your children is knowing how to create a space of calm and safety.

Much like when your child was younger and you would hold them close and rock them till they quieted, so too your deliberate choice to calm yourself whenever you or they are feeling distressed will create this zone of safety for you all.

Knowing how to unplug from the world and the constant barrage of information, so much of it fear-based, is a powerful skill that can be modeled for your child. The key is in realizing that your mind is the center point of this turmoil as your over-stimulated brain and then your body gets stuck in the “React mode.” Learning to pause the mind in order to re-center is the way to maintain calm in the midst of it all.

One of the most effective ways to access a peaceful state comes from the Institute of HeartMath ™. This group has been research-

ing the power of deliberately connecting in with heart-based emotions to soothe the arousal centers in the brain and body. Here’s how you do it. Place your hand over your heart, take a couple of slow breaths, exhale out tension, and refocus your mind on something that generates a feeling of gratitude or love. This could be something beautiful in nature like a sunset, a loved one’s face, or perhaps the memory of cuddling with a pet. As you breathe and focus on this image and feelings of love and gratitude you naturally shift your brain into a state of “safe” and your body will start to relax. With a bit of practice, you will be able to call upon this image and automatically begin to regain a more peaceful state as the connection between your relaxation centers of the brain and body are strengthened.

Just as fear and agitation are contagious, so too is peace and you will be providing your child the space in which to regain a sense of safety and security.

Dr. Vera Gabliani has over 20 years of experience in teaching and empowering her clients. She looks forward to talking with you and can be reached at (314) 966-0880.

Why Isn’t My Son Getting Better? Part I of III

by Dr. James Feinberg Child Clinical Psychologist

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ore and more boys are being referred to me because they have not benefited from prior mental health treatment. Are these boys really untreatable or is something else amiss?

In my experience, many so called “treatment failures” can be traced back to an inadequate evaluation. Because most parents don’t know what constitutes an inadequate evaluation, a few examples will suffice.

Solely using a rating scale, completed by parents and teachers, to generate a diagnosis (e.g. ADHD) and then writing a prescription(s) or rendering another modality of treatment (e.g. social skills group), is an example of an inadequate evaluation and one that often results in a poor treatment outcome.

Rating scales may be objective instruments but those individuals filling them out are not.

In fact, even when psychologists are extensively trained in how to rate a certain behavior (e.g. hyperactivity), correlation rates (i.e. agreement) among them rarely exceed 80 %. This is why the results from rating scales must be interpreted cautiously, and why they are merely one of many components of an evaluation.

Another example of an inadequate evaluation is jumping to conclusions after only one 45-minute contact with a boy and his parents.

Contextual variables greatly influence what is observed in a first interview. For example, meeting a new doctor for the first time often

creates anxiety and restlessness in many boys leading some to erroneously believe that the boy is suffering from ADHD or an anxiety disorder, when he isn’t. The purpose of a first contact should be to establish rapport, gather history, and formulate hypotheses, and nothing more.

In contrast, a comprehensive evaluation is a time intensive process that requires many face-to-face contacts with parents and their son as well as with their son individually in addition to consulting with teachers, coaches, and prior mental health providers.

The prime objective of a comprehensive evaluation is to gather extensive information about a boy’s behavior or functioning across many settings. The second objective is to integrate all of this information and clarify how this boy is struggling, where he is struggling, and why. The third and last objective is to formulate an accurate assessment (i.e. diagnosis) as well as recommend appropriate modalities of treatment. Successful treatment outcomes are much more likely to occur under such circumstances.

So, if your son has been in psychological and/or psychiatric treatment for more than 3-6 months and he has made minimal or no progress; and/or you have consulted more than 2 mental health practitioners with essentially the same outcome, then, it’s clearly time for a comprehensive re-evaluation or 2nd opinion.

To contact Dr. Feinberg & his therapy dog extraordinaire, Grace, please call his office at 314-966-0880 or email them at: drjamesfeinberg@stlouischildpsychologist.com.

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LAMA in The Lobster Pot

by Chris Yonker

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t last our much anticipated vacation to Colorado! A well earned time to slow down, connect to nature and each other!

Tent, camping equipment, bicycles and suitcases packed we headed out for our planned adventure. The drive to our destination of Telluride was uneventful, Missouri familiar, Kansas tedious and Colorado fresh and invigorating with intermittent rain.

Upon arriving in Telluride we found a campground and set up the tent and air mattress then headed for a prearranged backup house about 20 mins away in the mountains where we could enjoy a warm shower. Intent on settling into a more organic and less driven pace we returned to our tent and got to bed just after sundown. While our air mattress proved comfortable during the night we realized we hadn't planned for temperatures in the 40s. By the time morning came, despite cuddling intensely, our behinds were frozen and our enthusiasm for camping gone! Down came the tent and back up the hill we went to spend the next couple of nights.

Undaunted, we took the bikes to a biking trail for a leisurely bike ride, except just as the trail was proving too challenging for my narrow tires and 66 year old body, cold rain began to fall as my arms and legs began to feel like clay and everything was going into slow motion (signs of elevation sickness). My partner in this adventure headed to the car and I waited about 30 minutes at a gas station before he arrived to rescue me.

Exhausted, we retreated again to our backup house in the hills where once again, we warmed up, relaxed and went to sleep at around 8:30 to enjoy the comfort of a warm bed.

Except, around 11:30 we were startled out of sleep by the sound of the front door opening and a voice “Hello, is there someone here?” “What the, what the???” Yikes, it turned out a woman who had been staying in the house had returned unexpectedly and while we went back to sleep for the night, we both were getting the feeling that our Colorado trip needed some serious redirection to get on track.

12 hours later, after looking at the map and consulting Hotwire, we decided to head to Pagosa Springs in the four corners area where we booked lodging for 3 nights. Whew! The word Pagosa means “healing waters” and the springs refers to the more than 25 geothermal hot springs located in Ute Indian country.

As we headed out of Telluride and toward Pagosa Springs we both sensed a shift in energy, and when we settled into our room a double rainbow lit up the sky as if to welcome us into the flow. The next day we adventured out on a 5 hour, 6 mile hike to a waterfall outside of town that was both challenging and refreshing. We decided to visit the hot springs to soak away the sore-

ness of the hike that evening.

What I haven't mentioned up to now is that a much dreamed of destination of mine is Tara Mandala, a 700 acre Tibetan Buddhist retreat center located just outside of Pagosa Springs created by Lama Tsultrim Allione.

Lama Tsultrim is an American woman who took vows as a Buddhist nun as a young woman, and now in her

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Q:I heard that Ashwagandha is good for helping to relieve stress. What exactly is it?

A: Ashwagandha is an Indian herb, which is known as the “ginseng” of Ayurvedic medicine. Supplementing with ashwagandha over time can improve the body's response to daily stress. Think of it as a “stress-tab” to help you cope with day to day activities, which include environmental, physical and mental changes.

It also increases immunity to colds and infections. Many people feel that their energy levels greatly improve while taking ashwagandha.

It also has analgesic, or pain-relieving and antiinflammatory properties. This herb may lower blood sugar levels so use with caution if you are diabetic.

Q: I take Valerian Root to help me sleep.

Is it safe to take long term?

Chris at Tara Mandala 60s is a well known scholar, author and teacher. The focus of her teachings is accessing the divine feminine and psychospiritual inquiry. I had studied with Lama Tsultrim in 2009 and had dreamed of visiting her center ever since. We had tried to get in touch with someone at the center for over a month to arrange a visit but had been unable to get any response because they were in retreat. Even though we were still trying to contact them, we had pretty much given up.

It was a beautiful evening as we dipped in springs of varying temperatures, 95, 98, 100, 102, 103. There was a 114 degree spring which we passed up but hadn't found one that was just right when we both saw one we hadn't been to - by the river that said it was 110 and it was called the Lobster Pot. We decided that would be our last stop before calling it a night. So, we got in. Just as we were settling into the pretty hot water a group of 4 or 5 opposite us was getting out. As one lovely woman slithered out I thought I recognized her from yoga and meditation trainings we had done together and I remembered that she was affiliated with Tara Mandala. Coaxed to approach her I introduced myself and she remembered me! Just as I was asking her about her connection to Tara Mandala, much to my surprise and delight I looked over to her right and there was Lama Tsultrim herself, drying off from her soak in the Lobsterpot! The Lama graciously invited us to visit Tara Mandala and have lunch there on our last day in Colorado. Talk about being in the flow! It was magical.

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A: I believe that valerian root is extremely safe and is a great choice for a sleep aid. This is not an herb that can become habit-forming or addictive. However, I always encourage my

customers to take breaks from a particular supplement so your body does not get used to it and you can eliminate any excess. You may want to try passion flower or skullcap during the breaks to help you sleep and relax. Valerian is also helpful with anxiety because it increases a neurotransmitter called GABA, which helps regulate nerve cells and produces a calming effect. Drugs like Xanax and Valium work the same way but are much stronger. The smell of valerian may not be good, but the benefits are.

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

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beneficial light wave, penetrate skin and increase circulation to detoxify the body of harmful toxins. The FIR can increase blood flow and clean the arteries (which means it can help lower blood pressure), release toxins, increase metabolism, heal soft tissue and relax muscles.

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

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

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

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

for the prevention of cavities.

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

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ARTful Living St. Louis Area Fine Arts, Crafts & Performing Arts Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky, Arts Editor

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ave you noticed that the “holiday season” has crept earlier? I used to think that it began after Thanksgiving but serious shoppers start sooner than that. At the very least, this month seems the proper time to give some thought to what gifts you might purchase for those on your list.

I preach the same message every year: as the holiday season approaches, give gifts that say you truly care. Nothing says, “I think you are special” more than a one-of-a-kind, handmade work of art.

There’s nothing wrong with shopping at major retail or discount stores, but why not give a unique gift? Original art and fine craft are indeed special gifts, will not be returned to the mall and are probably destined to be treasured heirlooms.

This month, it’s easy to find beautiful special gifts. Check out these special shopping opportunities: The 8th annual Holiday Art Show and Sale is presented by Muddy Rivers Arts at The Ethical Society, 9001 Clayton, on November 14-15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Included in the offerings by these professional artist are pottery, glass, fiber and more. Get an idea of what to expect by visiting www.muddyriverarts.org.

John Burroughs High School, 755 Price Road

St. Louis Harmony Chorus in Ladue, is the setting for the annual Unique Boutique, a holiday shopping extravaganza. Local and nationally known artists offer handmade items of every imaginable kind to suit every price range and taste: fine jewelry, fun jewelry, scrimshaw, furniture, wearable art, and so much more. The show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on November 22-23.

Find more info by calling 314-993-4040.

At Norton’s Fine Art and Framing, a show entitled, “Smaller is Better,” features works no larger than 16 x 20 inches. “Smaller art is easy to hang, easy to gift, and easy on the wallet,” said Mary Norton---and she’s right! The juried works by more than twenty artists are available for sale and

encompass all mediums. Opening on Friday, November 21 with a reception and awards ceremony from 5-8 p.m., the sale actually begins on Saturday, November 22. Check it out at www.NortonsFineArt.com or just go to 2025 S. Big Bend to start your holiday shopping.

Still more names on your gift-giving list? On November 28, head over to Third Degree Glass at 5200 Delmar for a Black Friday “Fire” Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. These items have been in the fire-literally! Glass bowls, glasses, objects d’art, jewelry, ornaments and lots more are sure to delight.

Everything is priced to sell, so get there early!

More info at www.stlglass or call 314-367-4527.

Home Remedies for Health and Wellness

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eing one plane, train or automobile from the next deadly infection that is now traveling worldwide has greatly heightened our attention and concerns for maintaining a strong immune system – our true, best and only defense. If this is also running parallel with economic distress, then families need the easiest and least expensive methods to health and wellness.

I offer 3 protocols, all of which work well alone or together.

First, an evening cleansing bath: 3 pounds of Epson Salts, 2 pounds of Baking Soda and 1 quart Hydrogen Peroxide mixed in the warmest water that you can tolerate. Remain in the water 45 minutes, continuing to add more warm water throughout, and rest and relax. In the first 20 minutes, the body is adjusting to the water and the chemicals.

During the second 20 minutes, the body begins to work and cleanse with the water, oxygen, minerals, salts and elevated PH. You will be tired and will sleep deeply after this wonderful internal detox. Your pain level should drop, and please dress warm to sleep well. Twice a week would be good, or as often as needed.

Secondly, a handkerchief or mask (from Home Depot or Lowes) laced or sprinkled with Thieves Oil from Young Living Essential Oils.

To not alarm people, you may prefer the handkerchief, but you might tell others that you are trying to protect everyone by wearing the mask.

This is especially helpful when you are around crowds. And, the Thieves Oil has a pleasant aroma, so you won’t be repelling anyone. Thieves Oil is a blend of Cloves, Lemon, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary having properties that are anti-bacteria, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, and antiviral.

Thirdly, a custom blend of frequencies in patch form can offer energetic support. Three patches that I strongly recommend are #1.

Virus, #2. Hemorrhagic Fevers, and #3.

Enhanced Immune Support. These patches are worn on the left shoulder for three days each.

Each sleeve holds 10 patches lasting one month.

More information on these and other supports are on our website: watsu1.com. Or, call 314-432-5228, St. Louis Aquatic Healing Center. Here’s to HEALTH one and all!

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Collagen Anti-Aging

During a Difficult Winter

by Kathleen H. Christ, LMT, NCMBT

Of course, gift memberships in the many fine ARTful institutions in St. Louis make ideal gifts that continue to give throughout the year, often offering the recipients special privileges. The St. Louis Art Museum, the Contemporary Art Museum, the St. Louis Symphony, Dance St. Louis, the Muny, Missouri Botanical Garden, Stages St. Louis, the Fox, the Touhill -–to name just a very few—offer memberships, single tickets or season ticket subscriptions that make welcomed gifts. And don’t forget the delightful array of unusual gift items available in museum gift shops! Your purchases there also help the institutions---talk about stretching the impact!

The bottom line is that your holiday shopping can make a difference, make a statement, and generate revenue in the immediate community. When you’re buying a gift for someone special (or for yourself), please support local artists.

A tip of the hat to St. Louis Harmony Chorus: This group of local women will represent our region in the International Chorus Competition for Sweet Adelines International in the first week of November. The competition, held in Baltimore, Maryland this year, includes just 33 of the top choruses from seven countries around the world.

Worldwide, 650 choruses compete in hopes of being one of the 33 chosen to compete for the worldwide title. Wow! St. Louis Harmony Chorus has been training singers and entertaining the community since 1961. We’re rooting for you, ladies— and St. Louis is proud of you! Stlharmony.org.

Red Light Therapy

Photo Rejuvenation or Red Light Therapy

is the use of light to create an anti-aging effect on the skin and is quickly becoming recognized as one of the safest, fastest and most affordable ways to achieve younger, more vibrant looking skin.

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.

Red Light Therapy Benefits: • Restores skin cells • Reduces fine lines, scars, acne, wrinkles, stretch marks and age spots • Stimulates collagen synthesis • Smooths and reduces cellulite deposits

• Treats seasonal affective disorders • Increases moisture retention • Increases blood circulation • Increases lymphatic system activity • Decreases skin flaws like Psoriasis, Eczema and Rosacea

PAIN RELIEF: • Herniated and Bulging Discs • Osteoarthritis • Fibromyalgia • Joint and Muscle pain • Inflammation • Nerve and Sports injuries • Neck pain and stiffness • Wounds and damaged skin • Kills bacteria

For more information please contact Kathleen Christ, Therapist & Owner

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November 3 Author ANd jourNAlist PAddy WoodWorth will present his latest publication, “Our Once and Future Planet: Restoring the World in the Climate Change Strategy,” which has been described as a worldwide assessment of ecological restoration as a conservation strategy, on Monday, Nov. 3 at 3 p.m. at the Missouri Botanical Garden. COST: The lecture and book signing is free of charge INFO: www.mobot.org; (314) 5775100, 1-800-642-8842 toll free.

November 6 CommuNity hu soNg: FiNd iNNer PeACe--ChANt hu!

November 6, 7:00-7:30 p.m. In our fast-paced world, are you looking to find more inner peace? Chanting this oncesecret name for God, HU, has helped people throughout time find inner peace and divine love. Maybe it will help you! All are welcome to this half-hour HU Song. Free! Oak Bend Branch Library, 842 S Holmes Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Repeats December 4. 636527-7253.

November 8 eArthdANCe FArmers FormAl This event is being held at Sheet Metal Workers Union Grand Hall, 2319 Chouteau Avenue, Suite 100, Saint Louis, MO 63103. Whole Foods Market is once again a sponsor of Earth Dance’s 7th Annual Farmer’s Formal.

This is a farm-inspired celebration with local food and drink, a bumper crop of auction items, and toe-tappin’ live music. The event features a locally-grown dinner, live and silent auctions, and live music. Guests will feast; bid and dance, to benefit St. Louis’ own nationally-recognized Organic Farm School. For more info, ticket prices, and to make a reservation, go to: www.earthdancefarms.org.

November 8-9 PrimordidAl souNd meditAtioN Do you want to reduce stress and anxiety in your life?

Learn to meditate! As stress is reduced through meditation, our mind and body function with more effectiveness which can lead to better health, vitality, and happiness! Primordial Sound Meditation is a meditation program developed by Dr. Deepak Chopra. This weekend class will be held November 8 & 9 at the Mercy Center, 2039 North Geyer Road, St. Louis, MO. Light refreshments will be served. Learn how to enjoy the benefits of meditation! Contact Shirley Stoll for more infor and/or registration. 800-796-1144 or shirlstoll@gmail.com November 8, 10 eNergy eFFiCieNt BuildiNg Codes Airs on KNLC Channel 24 11/08 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 11/10 at 8:00 p.m. Why does it make sense to incorporate energy efficiency when the structure is built, instead of later? How difficult is it for builders to adapt to modern energy efficiency standards? Caryl Kinsey Fox and Richard Reilly discuss building codes set by local government with host Don Fitz.

November 11 A FloodiNg st. louis?

How do we develop a resilient St. Louis community in the face of a changing environment? Whether it’s floodplain development, a changing insurance landscape, or uncertain government regulation, part of the answer will be how we approach the relationship between water and our built environment. Panelists from diverse perspectives will discuss the current status and future implications of these topics. Presented by the USGBCMissouri Gateway Chapter, the Urban Land Institute- St Louis, and the American Planning Association- St. Louis. WHEN: November 11, 7:30 – 9:00 am WHERE: Centene Arts Building (Grand Center), 4th Floor, 3547 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO 63103 FEE: Free for all, registration is required REGISTER: www.usgbc-mogateway.org.

November 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. Patient stories at www.preventionandhealing.com.

November 12 Wild ideAs Worth shAriNg – Free PuBliC tAlk This free speaker series continues, spotlighting three major St. Louis plans to re-invigorate intensely urban districts – with nature as a key partner! “Urban Vitality & Ecology: Nature as an Economic Developer” is the broad topic for Wednesday, November 12 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Monsanto Research Center, located at 4500 Shaw Avenue.

Speakers from the design firms Axi:Ome LLC and SWT Design, and from the Great Rivers Greenway District will present the Art Walk “stitched landscape” design to connect theaters and institutions in Grand Center; the native plant-rich site design for the CORTEX science and technology district; and the Midtown Loop portion of Chouteau’s Greenway. Presented by Missouri Botanical Garden, Academy of Science St. Louis, and the City of St. Louis Office of Sustainability. Space is limited and online registration is required at www.BiodiverseCitySTL.org.

November 15 the CoAl Ash Crisis iN missouri Airs on KNLC Channel 24 11/15 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 11/17 at 8:00 p.m. Is it fair to call coal ash “dangerous?” John Hickey, Patricia Schuba and Gary Kappler discuss coal ash dumps in Crystal City MO and North Carolina, problems with the Rush Island plant, and ask if Ameren is doing what it should.

November 16 World PeACe dAy FuNdrAiser Fabulous Fundraiser for the 29th World Peace Day “Heart of Joy” will be held on Sunday, November 16, 35:30 pm at The Garden of Life Spiritual Center, 9525 Eddie & Park Rd, Crestwood MO 63126. Entertain-ment

by Pooki Lee and Bob Baker, light refreshments and a raffle for prizes. $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Full information at www.wpdaystl.com. Call Jeannie Breeze at 314-601-3789.

November 18 reduCiNg iNFlAmmAtioN 7:30-8:30pm. All healing and all immune system responses are inflammatory processes. So, why is the class is called "Reducing Inflammation?" Why would you want to do that? Well, acute inflammatory processes are needed to fight infection and heal wounds.

Chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis or swelling can lead to diminished functioning and are a drain on the body's energy. Medications can suppress inflammation, but they do not address the root causes. At this class we will discuss identifying and resolving the causes of chronic inflammation. Presented by Dr. Rebecca Gould DC. Cost: Free. Held at The Healing Center, 734 De Mun Avenue in Clayton, 63105. For details or to register call Dr Rebecca Gould DC 314-7272120 or register online via HealingSTL.com or Facebook/HealingSTL November 18 Free moNthly WellNess suPPort grouP Free Monthly Prevention and Healing Support Group.

This month's presenter is Earlene Doyle, Executive Director of Heartland Health Institute, with the topic, Removing the Obstacle of F.E.A.R. 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."

November 18 CoNNeCtiNg your heAlth BetWeeN your teeth ANd Body November 18 - FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion.

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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 314-9972550. See Patient Stories at www.toothbody.com.

November 22, 24, rePAiriNg our Big rivers Airs on KNLC Channel 24 11/22 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 11/24 at 8:00 p.m. Host Don Fitz, Caroline Pufalt and Tom Ball explore advantages of restoring the Missouri River.

What should the federal government be doing to protect the river? Are there alternatives to constructing levees?

What does the river have to do with the “dead zone” in the Gulf of Mexico?

November 24th Weight ANd WellNess 6:30-8:30pm. Join us and discover an optimal health program that will help you to reach your healthy weight goals. Our program has over 30 years of safety and success and is the only health optimization program that comes with a free ehalth coach to help you reach your goals. At this meeting you will also meet others who have lost weight with Take Shape for Life and get all your questions answered. Cost: Free. Held at DePaul Hospital May Community Education Center, 12303 DePaul Drive parking lot #3, Bridgeton, MO 63044. For details or to register call Dr Rebecca Gould 314-7272120 or register online via HealingSTL.com or Facebook/HealingSTL. November 29 & december 1 WilderNess ACt: 50th ANNiversAry Airs on KNLC Channel 24 11/29 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 12/01 at 8:00 p.m. The year 2014 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. Host Don Fitz explores why this law is important for protecting our country’s environment with guests Toni Armstrong and Richard Spener. The guests tell us and how viewers find out about wilderness areas in Missouri and visit them.

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