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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

13 BODY WORK GUIDE

14 DECISIONS, DECISIONS by Steve Liverani

15 CHANGE MAKERS Inspired to Act by Linda Sechrist

20 CHIROPRACTIC TO THE RESCUE

It Helps IBD, ADHD, PMS and Other Conditions

by Edward Group

22 WALKING MEDITATION The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths by Gina McGalliard

26 BORN TO EAT WILD Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health

by Judith Fertig

29 FARMERS MARKET CALENDAR

30 SORE THROAT SOOTHERS

Natural Remedies Help Kids Heal by Kathleen Barnes

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Composting Program of the Year

The Rise of Ecopreneurs by Avery Mack

34 CAT-ASTROPHE

How to Slim a Fat Feline by Sandra Murphy

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9 7 newsbriefs 9 healthbriefs 1 1 globalbriefs 12 actionalert 18 community spotlight 11 20 healingways 22 fitbody 23 readersnapshot 26 consciouseating 12 31 greenliving 34 naturalpets 35 calendar 38 resourceguide

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letterfrompublisher If the bee disappeared off the surface of the globe, then man would only have four years of life left. No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no more man. ~Albert Einstein

he loss of millions of bees resulting from the spraying of Naled in Dorchester County shook this community and made national headlines. It is my hope that this devastating loss will lead to greater awareness and prevention. Bees are crucial to our survival, and we must work to ensure theirs. It’s a symbiotic relationship.

The bee collects honey from flowers in such a way as to do the least damage or destruction to them, and he leaves them whole, undamaged and fresh, just as he found them. ~St. Francis de Sales

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We could learn a thing or two from bees. The Folly Beach City Council is headed in the right direction. Hats off to them for unanimously passing the plastic bag ordinance! They also passed the first reading to prohibit polystyrene and balloons on the beach. A final vote on that comes this month. This month’s issue focuses on those out to make a positive difference both locally and globally. Read about South Carolinian Scott Bunn and his Seneca Treehouse Project, along with other game changers, in our feature article, “Change Makers: Inspired to Act,” on page 15, by senior staff writer Linda Sechrist. Our Community Spotlight features local game changers the Compost Rangers. In addition to transporting food waste from downtown restaurants to public gardens in the community via bicycle, they are also educating the community to rethink what we throw out. Learn more about their mission and how you can help on page 18. Holly Benz, profiled in our Reader Snapshot, is a change maker through her advocacy work for cystic fibrosis and in her role as owner of the Heart-Centered Labyrinth Company. Have a hard time sitting and meditating? Try walking a labyrinth! Learn about Holly’s story and how she is making a difference on page 23. Discover even more about labyrinths in this month’s Fit Body feature, “Walking Meditation: the Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths,” by Erin McGalliard, on page 22. Speaking of fit bodies, this month’s issue also features chiropractic care. Read Edward Group’s “Chiropractic to the Rescue,” on page 20, to learn about some of the conditions chiropractic can address that you might not expect. We also have included profiles of area chiropractors and have added a Bodywork Guide. October has always been my favorite month in the lowcountry. It’s the best time of year to get outside. Perfect labyrinth-walking weather! Local public labyrinths can be found at The Unity Church of Charleston, Grace United Methodist Church, The Inn at Middleton Place, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Mepkin Abbey, and one designed by Holly at Sheperd Dermatology. If you haven’t already figured it out, I love a good quote, so I will end with one to convey my belief in the power of the individual. Anyone who thinks that they are too small to make a difference has never tried to fall asleep with a mosquito in the room. ~Christine Todd Whitman

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Millions of Bees Killed in Dorchester County

n Sunday morning August 28, parts of Dorchester County were aerially sprayed with Naled, an insecticide that kills mosquitos. There has been extra concern this summer with the several dozen cases of travel-related Zika in South Carolina, although there are no reports of anyone acquiring it from a local mosquito bite. According to Dorchester County administrator Jason Ward, the county sent out a press release at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, August 26. He also said, “The beekeepers that were on the county’s contact list that were in the zone to be sprayed were called, with one exception.” The exception turned out to be Flowertown Bee Farm and Supply. Owner Juanita Stanley said they had always been contacted in the past when they sprayed from trucks. They lost 46 hives, totaling about 2.5 million bees. Other beekeepers were not on the contact list. Dorchester County has since reached out to the Lowcountry Beekeepers Association for names and locations of other beekeepers. Officials apologized for the unintentional killing of the bees, added a call center and an electronic registration form for beekeepers on their website, and agreed to provide additional information on spraying for residents in the future. They also agreed to pay for the damage sustained by Flowertown Bee Farm and Supply. To protect bees, the Environmental Protection Agency suggests spraying between dusk and dawn while bees are not typically foraging. It also says beekeepers can reduce exposure by covering colonies, preventing bees from exiting colonies during treatment periods, or relocating hives to an untreated site. Unfortunately, there was no warning for some of Dorchester County’s beekeepers, and millions of bees were lost.

Liverani Life Coaching Open for Business

iverani Life Coaching (LLC) launched in August to serve clients throughout the greater Charleston area. Steve Liverani, a board certified coach and founder of LLC, started his business because he has always had a passion and gift to effectively listen and provide caring and focused guidance. Liverani spent a large portion of his career as a television executive. As the senior vice president and general manager of several regional sports networks, he was responsible for every aspect of those businesses. His most gratifying role though was in helping employees find solutions to problems and achieve job-related or personal goals. Following his career in television, Liverani worked with at-risk teens and young adults, counseling and mentoring them through challenges that confronted them on a daily basis. Liverani believes the answers to all of our questions reside within each one of us and that when we are able to tap into our true potential, anything and everything is possible! Liverani brings a fresh and unique perspective to LLC with his diverse background, combined with a true desire to help people unlock their potential. LLC provides caring and supportive guidance to help clients find their inner strength and confidence to overcome obstacles and live a purposeful, successful and meaningful life. For more information, call 440-476-6928, email Info@LiveraniLifeCoaching.com or visit LiveraniLifeCoaching.com. See ad, this page and listing, page 40.

Live Well Charleston Family Fest

he first annual Live Well Charleston Family Fest is being held on October 15, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Old Towne Creek County Park, in West Ashley. The festival was created to help the community learn about and explore the wellness culture available in the area. It is designed so families can connect and experience the many areas of wellness. Scheduled offerings include yoga and fitness classes, meditation, holistic healers, wellness speakers and experts in the field of natural medicine. There will be musical performances, drum circles and DJs, shopping with vendors in the wellness village and delicious food in the marketplace. The Kids’ Zone will have fun activities and yummy food vendors throughout the day. Location: 1400 Old Towne Rd., Charleston (next to Charles Towne Landing). For more information or to purchase tickets, visit WhollyTicket.com/event/lwcfamilyfest.

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Charleston Colonics Opens at Merge Medical Center

erge Medical Center announces the grand opening of Charleston Colonics for colon hydrotherapy. According to Dr. Patrick Lovegrove, colon hydrotherapy, also known as a colonic, is a safe and extremely effective method to rejuvenate the body and assist with weight loss, immune function, lymphatic congestion, constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating and rehydration of the body. Through the colon hydrotherapy procedure, harmful toxins are removed from the body preventing them from infesting the blood and degrading internal functions. A clean colon will remove harmful bacteria, yeast and parasites and promote “friendly” bacteria necessary for proper digestion. Colon hydrotherapy may be a natural solution for fatigue, improved circulation, brittle nails and hair, clearer skin and eyes, rashes, brain fog, inflammation, unpleasant breath or body odor, backaches, weight gain, and even such health issues as depression, insomnia, allergies, candida overgrowth, arthritis, headaches and irritable bowel. A session typically lasts between 35 to 45 minutes, and each session is held in a safe, spa-like environment. For first-time patients, a three-session package is recommended and appointments are required. Location: 250 Mathis Ferry Rd., Ste. 101, Mt. Pleasant. For more information, call 843-469-1001 or visit MergeMedicalCenter.com. See listing, page 38.

Stephanie Zgraggen, of Lime and Lotus, Honored as One of Charleston’s 40 Under 40

tephanie Zgraggen, owner and clinical director of Lime and Lotus, was named one of Charleston’s 40 under 40 for 2016 by the Charleston Business Journal. Nominees are judged by previous 40 under 40 recipients and are considered to be some of the most “highly engaged professionals living and working in the Charleston area.” Zgraggen is known for her expertise on hormonal issues and also recently launched Lime and Lotus Organics skin care. She is a licensed nutritionist and chiropractor. Lime and Lotus is a holistic healing arts center that includes other chiropractors, massage therapists, a psychiatrist and therapists. Location: 925 Wappoo Rd., Charleston. For more information, visit LimeAndLotus. com. See listing, page 38.

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ertified infant massage classes will be taught by practitioner Abigail McClam at Lotus Healing Centre, in Charleston, starting with the ABCs of Baby Massage on October 1, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., followed by the Baby Massage 101 course beginning on October 11. Babies go through extensive changes physically, mentally and socially as they develop the ability to thrive outside of their mother’s womb. During this time, the brain and body are creating vital connections that shape how baby interacts with the environment; grows physically, cognitively and neurologically; bonds with caregivers; and develops relationships later in life. Caretakers who engage in effective communication through healthy, safe, nurturing touch create strong bonds with their baby that last a lifetime. McClam was trained by Tina Allen, founder of leading children’s health and nurturing touch organization Liddle Kidz Foundation (LKF). LKF is internationally known as the gold standard for pediatric touch therapy education and hospital-based program development. Allen is an internationally respected educator, lecturer and expert in the field of infant and pediatric massage therapy, and bestselling author of the book A Modern Day Guide to Massage for Children. McClam has specialty training in cancer care, trauma and treating children with special healthcare needs. She understands the varied physical and emotional needs of hospitalized and medically complex infants, children and their families based on her life experience, education and extensive study. Receive $15 off registration for Baby Massage 101 by attending the ABCs of Baby Massage on Oct. 1. Location: 232 A Ashley Ave., Charleston. For more information, visit LotusCharleston.com. See listing, page 39.

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cientists from the University of Colorado have determined that individuals older than 65 that run three times a week will likely burn oxygen at the same rate as a 20-year-old runner. Despite being more than four decades older, these runners spend a similar amount of metabolic energy as their younger counterparts. Published in the American College of Sports Medicine journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the study tested 15 older and 15 younger runners. Each ran a minimum of three times a week for at least 30 minutes each time during the prior six months. The subjects were tested on a specialized treadmill that measured the force applied to the running belt. Each person ran for five minutes during each test at different speeds between 4.5 and 6.5 miles per hour. Regardless of running mechanics and technique, the older runners utilized their metabolic energy at a similar rate as the young runners at all speeds. “Our prior research suggests that the muscles themselves are becoming less efficient. I think of it as your body is like a car. Your body has its own fuel efficiency, and what we’ve seen is that the fuel efficiency in muscles is reduced in older adults that are sedentary or only walk occasionally,” says lead researcher and Professor of Kinesiology Justus Ortega.

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esearch published in Psychological Science, the journal of the Association for Psychological Science, has found that positive moods can be transferred from one person to another via human sweat. The scientists from Utrecht University, in the Netherlands, tested 12 young men and 36 young women. The men were given clean shirts and absorbent pads were attached to their armpits while they watched video clips that induced several emotional states—fear, happiness or neutral. The researchers then stored the absorbent pads for each emotion into sealed jars. The 36 women were then tested with each of the absorbent pads randomly, with five-minute breaks in-between. They placed their chins on a special rest that held the absorbent pad underneath. The research was double-blind, so neither the researchers nor subjects knew which pads they were exposed to. During each exposure, the women’s facial expressions were recorded. The researchers determined that the women had facial expressions reflecting the emotion induced by the videos the men watched, based on the activity of the women’s facial muscles. Senior researcher Gün Semin, of Utrecht University, says, “Our study shows that being exposed to sweat produced under happiness induces a simulacrum of happiness in receivers and induces a contagion of the emotional state. This suggests that somebody that’s happy will infuse others in their vicinity with happiness. In a way, happiness sweat is somewhat like smiling—it’s infectious.”

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esearchers from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center tested 209 women between 45 and 60 years old with a history of hot flashes and/ or night sweats. After up to 20 treatments over six months, the women receiving acupuncture reported a 37 percent reduction in hot flashes, while the control group saw a 6 percent increase. The symptom relief among the women treated with acupuncture persisted for a year. The researchers also found that the acupuncture group experienced an improvement in several menopausal quality of life measurements. Nancy Avis, Ph.D., a professor of public health sciences at Wake Forest University and lead author of the study, says, “There are a number of nonhormonal options for treating hot flashes and night sweats that are available to women. None seem to work for everyone, but our study showed that acupuncture from a licensed acupuncturist can help some women without any side effects. It also showed that the maximum benefit occurred after about eight treatments.”

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One in Five Plant Species May Face Extinction

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A new report from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in the UK, has issued the first comprehensive assessment of plant life, the inaugural State of the World’s Plants, and found that one in five plants may be at risk of extinction due to invasive species, disease and changing landscapes. Researchers also have determined that just 30,000 plant species have a documented use out of hundreds of thousands of known species. These are only the vascular plants that have specialized tissue for sucking up water through their systems. Over the years, different people and agencies have identified the same plant at both different times and locations, so they may have accumulated multiple names. The Kew researchers determined that each plant in the International Plant Names Index had, on average, 2.7 different species names. By cutting out the duplicates from more than a million different names, the Kew report was able to pare down the known species to 391,000. In the Arctic, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, a doomsday bank buried in the side of a mountain, contains more than 800,000 samples representing 5,100 different crops and their relatives. Source: Wired

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Incandescent Lights Reinvented as Eco-Friendly

Older incandescent light bulbs have been phased out in many countries because they waste huge amounts of energy as heat, but scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have reported in Nature Nanotechnology that they are finding a way to recycle the waste energy and focus it back onto the filament, where it’s re-emitted as visible light. Their innovative structure is made from thin, stacked layers of a type of light-controlling crystal that allows visible wavelengths to pass through while reflecting infrared back to the filament as if striking a mirror. Traditional bulbs are banned in the European Union and Canada, and their manufacture and importation are being phased out in the U.S. They’ve been replaced by more expensive compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, which are significantly 10/1 the crystal more efficient. In theory, SEI-Charleston structures could boost the efficiency of 540-1235-NA-CareFutureMaC incandescent bulbsNatural to 40 percent, makAwakenings ing them three times more efficient than 4.75 x 3.25 the best available LED and CFL bulbs. PK Source: BBC

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is helping finance the replacement or retrofitting of older school buses in public and private school fleets to reduce diesel emissions and improve air quality. Owners can install catalysts and ventilation systems to reduce emissions by up to 25 percent or replace older buses with newer ones that meet the latest highway emission standards. The EPA will pay up to $25,000 each, depending on the size. “Our kids spend a lot of time on the school bus, and buses spend a lot of time in our neighborhoods and schoolyards. They are a national symbol of safety,” says Janet McCabe, acting assistant administrator for the EPA Office of Air and Radiation. “Significantly improving school bus fleets across the country with retrofits, replacements and idle reduction practices is imperative in meeting the agency’s goal of reducing children’s exposure to air toxins.”

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October is Non-GMO Month

The Non GMO Project is sponsoring National Non-GMO Month in October. Observed since 2010, the program seeks to increase education and awareness about the growing presence of unlabeled genetically modified (GM/GMO) food products and ingredients. People and organizations across North America are discovering the risks GMOs pose to our health, families and environment. Non-GMO Month provides a powerful opportunity to coordinate voices and actions around the country as brands, retailers and individuals stand up for the right to know what’s in our food and to choose to avoid GMOs. Protecting consumer choice and a non-GMO food supply requires a multifaceted approach with online and boots-on-the-ground teamwork. The Non GMO Project invites everyone to help create local events and spread the word in communities. Begin at NonGMOMonth.org.

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Ari Jónsson, a 32-year-old student at the Iceland Academy of the Arts, has invented an all-natural water bottle that holds its shape when full and decomposes when empty. He debuted his creation at the DesignMarch 2016 festival in Reykjavík, Iceland. The only two materials needed to create the bottle are agar, a gelatinous substance that comes from red algae, and water. “I just followed the path in what I was researching, trying to find new ways to use materials,” says Jónsson, who combined the two ingredients, heated the mixture, poured it into a mold, and then quickly cooled it. The H2O binds and thickens the agar when cooled, retaining the shape of the water bottle mold, explains Jónsson. When the finished bottle is empty, “It will rot like other foods.” The bottles can sustainably decompose in soil, although Jónsson has yet to determine exactly how long that process will take. A plastic water bottle takes more than 1,000 years to biodegrade, and in the U.S., more than 2 million tons of the containers are languishing in landfills.

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The Meditate the Vote – the Real Conversation segment is the brainchild of the globally broadcast America Meditating radio show (BlogTalkRadio.com/AmericaMeditating), which features prominent thought leaders sharing methods for personal development. In the midst of the 2016 election campaign, they ask people to step up the quality of citizen debate using Meditate the Vote questions to stimulate more intelligent and inclusive discussions via a variety of social media, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other outlets leading up to national election day on November 8. Meditate the Vote does not endorse any candidate or political party. It’s a movement to socially engage all ages in a higher-quality and more cohesive way of working together. The Internet will be used to spread the word, with participants making videos in which they say, “I meditate the vote,” and why they do so, sharing feedback from their conversations. A Pause for Peace app is available to access communications, meditations, videos and the America Meditating radio show. The program is also available on Blog Talk Radio, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Aha Radio and the PlayerFM app. Take action at AmericaMeditating.org/ events.meditatethevote.

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uestion: How many decisions does an average person make in a day? Hundreds? Thousands? It’s an interesting and sort of fun question to consider—and one that is probably not given much thought unless otherwise prompted. According to a Wall Street Journal article about decision fatigue, an adult makes around 35,000 decisions on a daily basis. And that’s just a conservative estimate—according to some neuroscientists, our brains actually have the capacity to make up to 8 quintillion, 640 quadrillion decisions in one day! So, what is the impact of all those decisions? That massive number includes both conscious and unconscious decisions, and it adds up to significant energy expended—both mentally and physically. But what decisions are the truly crucial ones made in any given day, and what decisions are put on autopilot? Becoming more aware of the really important decisions can be the difference in achieving a successful and fulfilling life. For example, making decisions about the best way to lead a team at work for a new client project justifies highly conscious and critical decision making. Deciding what shirt to wear to the office each morning may not take more than a second’s thought. Some factors play significant roles in the conscious and unconscious decisions that are made on a daily basis. These include (but aren’t limited to): • Personal History: What was observed and what was taught from early childhood, past personal experiences and the environment (physical, social and cultural). • Personal View: Self-worth/esteem.

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• Fear: Of failure, success and the unknown. But there are steps that can be taken to start making more productive choices and decisions. • Patience: Pause, breathe and think before taking action—no matter how small. • Mindfulness: Be present in this moment; take careful and thorough inventory of all thoughts and feelings. • Clarity: Have the willingness to ask the question. The answer resides within. • Gratitude: Living in a constant state of gratitude provides opportunities for even more to be thankful for.

“When you come to a fork in the road, take it.” ~Yogi Berra There are times when sorting through and identifying, prioritizing and acting on the decisions that need the most energy and attention is extremely challenging; and even confusing. A life coach has the tools and ability to help clients wade through the confusion by accessing the inner wisdom and strength that resides within them. Steve Liverani founded Liverani Life Coaching following two very successful careers. First, as a 30-year sports television executive responsible for providing guidance and direction to hundreds of employees. And, most recently, as a coach/mentor for at-risk teens for a local nonprofit. See ad, page 7, and listing, page 40.

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calls the “right thing to do” fed more than 41,000 people that day. Named one of Toyota’s 2016 Mothers of Invention, Ahmad uses the company’s $50,000 grant to boost Copia’s services throughout the U.S. Recently, German and Austrian government officials expressed interest in expanding the service to help feed Syrian refugees in their countries. Friends Margot McNeeley and Janet Boscarino, in Memphis, Tennessee, looked around for local problems they could fix and took action starting in 2008. Margot A former retail entreMcNeeley preneur, McNeeley

CHANGE MAKERS INSPIRED TO ACT by Linda Sechrist

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urs is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach. Any small, calm thing that one soul can do to help another soul will help immensely. It is not given to us to know which acts, or by whom, will cause the critical mass to tip toward an enduring good,” says Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., a world-renowned author and Jungian psychoanalyst specializing in post-trauma counsel. Thousands of people each day choose to see a world radiating with hope and light, despite ever-present conflict and strife. Their talents and gifts, alliances and collaborations are inspiring a new story that ripples outward into our communities and beyond. In The Ten Gifts: Find the Personal Peace You’ve Always Wanted Through the Ten Gifts You’ve Always Had, author Robin L. Silverman affirms that everyone can reach within, even in the worst of circumstances, for treasures that can be used to improve the lives of others. She concludes, “We are not meant to use our gifts simply to survive,

but to satisfy our souls and inspire others to do the same.”

Meeting Basic Needs Komal Ahmad was unaware that her single act of kindness in simply offering to share her lunch with a homeless veteran in 2011 while she was attending the UniKomal Ahmad versity of California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epiphany: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry. Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans, children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she

didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program after learning that 95 percent of restaurant waste can be diverted from landfills. Her nonprofit helps resJanet Boscarino taurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodegradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations. Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunteer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”. In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis. Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right John G. Heim has not waned.

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The founder and leader of The SWFL Clean Water Movement, headquartered in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, persisted even when many business owners considered him a nuisance, driving off tourists. As infestations of blue-green algae blooms have reached emergency levels, Heim’s ongoing grassroots campaign to increase awareness of water quality issues that’s backed by social media recently brought him to Washington, D.C., to make his case before Congress. The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries. Scott Bunn’s Seneca Treehouse Project, launched in 2010, grew from his building background in a family of entrepreneurs to encompass design/build services and education Scott Bunn in eco-housing and ethical living. Bunn’s original Seneca, South Carolina, homestead and acreage includes apprentice learning programs teaching practical skills in cultivating permaculture, growing food, building structures, working with tools and living in an intentional community. “For the next six years, our goal is to annually train 50 people that will train 50 more people. Continuing this exponential growth pattern means the potential for 312 million more people living more compatibly and lightly upon the Earth. We’ve already established collaborations with six other cities around the U.S. that can potentially duplicate our efforts,” says Bunn.

Providing Healthcare Options Martie Whittiken, of Plano, Texas, a board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of the Healthy by Nature nationally syndicated radio show, uses her talents to advocate for health freedom in America. Educating listeners for 19 16

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We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems. Community exists for the sake of belonging, and takes its identity from the gifts, generosity and accountability of its citizens. We currently have all the resources required to create an alternative future. ~Peter Block, Community: The Structure of Belonging years, she served as president of the National Nutritional Foods Association during crucial phases of the 1992 to 1994 fight to successfully pass the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act to preserve consumer choices. The author of The Probiotic Cure also helped found the Texas Health Freedom Coalition to protect citizens’ rights to choose alternative medical treatment in her state. Whittiken says, “My work is a labor of love. I have no interest in becoming famous or well known unless it contributes to getting the job done.” On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the impact of a lack of clean water and sanitation as her four-person team treated 1,400 patients for worms, stomach problems, diarrhea and poor appetite. Two years later, she founded Youthaiti, where she serves as executive director. The nonprofit helps rural Haitians build composting toilets and develop organic gardens using recycled waste as fertilizer. It also provides community hygiene Martie Whittiken

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education and reforestation. Everything is aimed at breaking Haiti’s widespread cycle of contamination and disease, and safely convert human waste into agricultural fertilizer that’s increasing crop productivity and the availability of healthy food. Psychotherapist Jacqui Bishop and Gigi Pomerantz Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that dementia is reversible, and no case should be considered hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminating causes of disease rather than managing symptoms is based on University of California, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary. Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes yoga accessible to everyone in the city’s metro region. Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-what-you-can studio classes that Jacqui Bishop help fund 22 outreach programs for underserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors, special students and youths Lisa Feiner in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga practice in our community,” says co-founder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.

Enriching Lives

As an Emmy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, educator and co-founder, conductor and artistic director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), Orbert Davis is dedicated to multi-

genre projects. His collaborative research in 2012 while in Cuba on a people-to-people exchange accompanied by fellow musicians and River North Dance Chicago’s Artistic Director Frank Chaves (now retired) proved to be a multifaceted boon. It generated the philharmonic’s Havana Blue live performance in 2013 and ignited a weeklong cultural exchange with Cuba’s Universidad Ciudad de las Artes (ISA) during his return trip for the Havana International Jazz Festival in 2014. President Barak Obama’s announcement of the normalization of Cuban/U.S. diplomatic relations opened up the possibility for a continuing CJP/ISA relationship, as well as their 2015 landmark partnered event when 37 ISA students traveled to Chicago to perform Scenes from Life: Cuba at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Davis promises more such events to come. All of these individuals represent a small percentage of the game-changers actively moving to create an alOrbert Davis ternative future. Estés observes, “What is needed for dramatic change is an accumulation of acts; adding, adding to, adding more, continuing. We know that it does not take everyone on Earth to bring justice and peace, but only a small, determined group that will not give up during the first, second or hundredth gale.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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An Interview with Nathan Burnell, of the Compost Rangers

creation of the Compost Rangers. Mark is a graduate of The College of Charleston’s Master of Environmental Studies program. He has always had an interest in the natural world, particularly how humans affect it. After an internship with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources, Mark began working for a software company in North Charleston. He too caught a little case of the entrepreneurial bug and wanted to get back in the environmental sector, so he joined me in starting the Compost Rangers. Mark is an old friend and had helped with the composting operation in the past. We felt like taking the next step and establishing a local nonprofit was the best way to make a difference in the community.

Can you tell us about all you do—from partnering with local restaurants to managing compost piles to helping community gardens?

Who came up with the idea to start the Compost Rangers and why? I was working as kitchen manager in a downtown restaurant and I had a coworker who would collect the restaurant’s organic waste and take it home to be composted. As someone who had always had a green thumb, I was aware of how great a fertilizer compost is, but it opened my eyes to how much organic waste goes straight from restaurants to the landfill. Realizing the problem of a city rich in food waste but also food deserts, I started brainstorming how we could fill this gap. Since downtown Charleston is such a small area and easily navigable by bicycle, there was no reason to take the food waste out to the landfill when there are plenty of community and school gardens starving for this “black gold.” I began pedaling food waste from downtown restaurants to com18

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post piles over three years ago. In early 2016, Mark Rasmussen joined me in the cause and we established Compost Rangers to build a grass-roots compost operation in downtown Charleston. Not only are we seeking to divert waste from the landfill to make compost with, but we are seeking to spark a compost conversation in Charleston and get people to rethink what they throw out.

Tell us about both your backgrounds. I’m originally from New Bremen, Ohio, but I have been a proud Charlestonian since 2010. I’ve worked in the restaurant industry here for six years and have a passion for food. My love for gardening meant that it was just a matter of time before I brought the two together. My desire to make Charleston a healthier and more environmentally friendly community coupled with my passion for entrepreneurship led to the

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We are on a mission to make compost cool in Charleston. We’re starting the compost conversation by starting a community compost initiative downtown and beyond. In order to achieve our goal, we are actively composting food waste from local restaurants and transporting the organic matter to nearby school and community gardens via bicycle. The Compost Rangers act as the connective tissue, connecting local businesses with community centers, schools and anyone with a green thumb who wants to get involved. In addition to our daily composting, we attend local farmers markets and collect the food trucks’ waste for composting while educating folks about what they should compost, recycle and trash.

What restaurants do you work with? We’ve been working with The Alley, Black Tap Coffee, and Sugar Bakeshop for a while. We’ve recently added Persimmon Café, Crooked Crown, and Beech to the route. Our regular farmers market friends include Brava Bowls, Camino Coffee Roasters, Dashi and many more great local businesses. We are in the process of recruiting more volunteers and restaurants, aka col-

laborators, but we’re also focused on establishing the infrastructure that’s needed to scale our operations. At the moment, we’re based out of, and are focusing on, downtown Charleston, though we truly call the East Side our home base. The upper peninsula and neck area are other locations that are in our immediate focus, especially as the food desert calamity we’re facing becomes more severe with the closing of the Meeting Street Bi-Lo.

from the compost because it really drives home the point that what we’re collecting isn’t waste but a real resource.

and beds and share compost tips with our fellow volunteers. Dedicated volunteers interested in composting are given a bucket and a composting guide and can drop off their full bucket of comHow can individuals post with the Compost Rangers at the get involved? Folly Beach and Sunday Brunch farmers Individuals can get involved markets. Folks can also get involved by at our monthly work day, aka coming out to the farmers markets, eatCompost Daze, held the second ing some food from local vendors and This is how it will look as 10 a Half Saturday each month from a.m. Page to ad dropping off their waste with us. And 1/2V 2 p.m.4.75X7 Come out and get dirty in the don’t be shy—we always enjoy having garden as we tend to the compost piles a compost conversation!

What are some of the gardens you work with, and are you looking for others? We currently compost at the garden next to the Shaw Community Center, on the corner of Mary and America streets, which has been an untended community garden for years before we began to look after it. In addition to the five beds that were originally there, we have built seven additional beds and have been composting since March. We’re diverting waste to make healthy soil, not to mention we’ve been growing vegetables in the process. In addition to building a community garden, we are partnering with The Green Heart Project to build compost quarters and help bring compost into the curriculum at Mitchell Elementary, Sanders-Clyde Elementary and Meeting Street Academy. As we continue to grow, we will be looking for more garden partners throughout the peninsula and beyond.

Any success stories you want to share? There are a lot of success stories, big and small, so it’s hard to pick out just one. One of our proudest accomplishments is the amount of organic waste that we’ve composted from restaurants so far this year. In 2016, we’ve diverted over 4,000 gallons of food waste from restaurants, food trucks and farmers markets. What makes that even better is that we’ve used that waste to double the number of raised beds at the garden on Mary Street. It’s still inspiring to see the “volunteer” plants that sprout natural awakenings

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Chiropractic to the Rescue It Helps IBD, ADHD, PMS and Other Conditions by Edward Group

hiropractic care corrects spinal alignment abnormalities as a means of treating a wide range of health problems. Addressing skeletal and muscular disorders and relieving pain are just the beginning. Research studies reported in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics and the journal of healing science Explore have found chiropractic beneficial in treating connective tissue abnormalities, infant lactose intolerance and even autism. More than $13 billion is spent annually on chiropractic health services, making it the largest alternative health

practice in the U.S. Science supports its usefulness in addressing a wide range of conditions. Bell’s Palsy. Recovery varies among patients as chiropractors create patientcentric treatment programs designed to improve facial motion and hearing, relieve pain and address other nerverelated issues (Archives of Internal Medicine; Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics). Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). A Canadian survey of chiropractors has reported success in using spinal manipulation to relieve IBD, colitis and

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provide a more gentle, yet effective approach than conventional psychotropic drugs. It employed chiropractic treatment for boys 9 to 13 years old diagnosed with ADHD. Spinal manipulation with nutritional supplementation was reported to improve hyperactivity, inattentiveness, impulsiveness and behavioral, social and emotional difficulties.

Headaches. Based on recent studies, spinal manipulation has proven effective against migraines and headaches originating from the neck. Manual therapy of the spine, along with neck exercises, promotes improvement in patients with neck-related headaches. Side effects are rare and minor (Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics).

Dr. Edward Group is CEO and co-founder of the Global Healing Center, in Houston, TX (GlobalHealingCenter.com). He is a doctor of chiropractic trained in naturopathy, herbals and clinical nutrition; author of The Green Body Cleanse; and a diplomate of the American Board of Functional Medicine.

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WALKING MEDITATION The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths

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While many of us like to meditate, some can’t sit still. Walking a labyrinth provides an enticing alternative.

n archetypal labyrinth gently leads us in a circular path inward toward a center and then back out again. Found in ancient cultures from African, Celtic and Greek to Native American, they became especially popular fixtures in Medieval European churches; one of the most renowned is in France’s Chartres Cathedral. Depictions of labyrinths have been included in paintings, pottery, tapestries and in Hopi baskets as a sacred symbol of Mother Earth. Several American tribes saw the pattern as a medicine wheel. Celts may have regarded it as a neverending knot or circle. While some of the oldest known labyrinths decorate cave walls in Spain, today they grace diverse locations ranging from spas and wellness centers to parks, gardens, university campuses and even prisons. “Labyrinths can be outdoors or indoors. Permanent labyrinths may be made of stones, rocks, bricks or inlaid stones. Temporary labyrinths can be painted on grass or made with all sorts of things for a particular purpose or appropriate to a specific cause,” explains Diane Rudebock, Ed.D., resource vice president and research chair of the Labyrinth Society, in Trumansburg, New York.

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“Walking a labyrinth is useful for those that sometimes have a hard time being outwardly still and drawing themselves inward. You must move your body, and because you’re focused on the path while you’re walking it, it’s easier to drop wholly into the journey and let go of all else,” says Anne Bull, of Veriditas, a Petaluma, California, nonprofit that supports new labyrinth designs to suit the spiritual needs of hospitals, schools and retreat centers. The group also sponsors a worldwide directory at LabyrinthLocator.com.

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A labyrinth walk typically involves three stages. The first is for releasing extraneous thoughts on the way to the center. Upon arriving in the stillness of that point, the participant opens heart and mind to receive whatever message or wisdom is intended for them. The return path is the integration phase, to make a fresh insight our own. Participants should approach their walk in different ways: One may have a specific question or intention in mind; another may be open to whatever occurs during their meditation; yet another may

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repeat a meditative mantra. One might even choose to bypass the path entirely in order to sit contemplatively at its center. Unlike a maze, it’s impossible to lose our way with the circular path serving as a simple and reliable guide. Although scientific research on labyrinth meditation has been limited to participant questionnaires, future studies may incorporate the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging technology to measure brain activity and record what individuals experience. Labyrinths located in settings like hospitals and prisons lend themselves to such research, says Rudebock. As a Veriditas-certified labyrinth facilitator, she conducts workshops and observes, “Walks are unique to each individual and may not produce uniform or replicable results.” At its core, the experience is about listening to our truest self, away from the cacophony of modern life. “I believe that the world needs places where our souls can be quiet,” remarks Jean Richardson, director of the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, in Bangor, Pennsylvania, which includes a seven-circuit labyrinth. “Retreat centers and labyrinths are places where we can listen to our inner heart, feel our inner calling and tap into our own divine nature. I think deep listening is not always valued in a world where we are rewarded for being busy and keeping our schedules full.”

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Today, labyrinths—indoor, outdoor, natural, urban, secular and religious— are found in or near many communities. Following the lead of California’s Golden Door Spa, in Escondido, which pioneered the use of a labyrinth in a spa setting, many spas now incorporate them in their wellness or mindfulness programs. Labyrinthine invitations to a mindfulness practice are open to everyone. “A labyrinth can bridge all beliefs, faiths, religions and walks of life,” says Bull. “You can walk a labyrinth no matter what you believe. Benefits come in walking it with an open mind and open heart.” Gina McGalliard is a freelance writer in San Diego, CA. Connect at GinaMcGalliard.com.

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Who’s a Natural Awakenings Reader? Meet Holly Bendz, Owner of the Heart-Centered Labyrinth Company and Activist for Cystic Fibrosis Tell readers How did you get a little bit interested in labyabout yourrinths? self. About 20 years ago, I I’m originalwas in San Francisco ly from Lake on business. I love Wylie, South the city but found it Carolina. to be overwhelming I’ve been in that day. I was near the CharlesGrace Cathedral, so ton area four I went in to seek solyears. I’m a ace. As I was standCarolina girl Holly, Bob, Ellie & Maggie-Faye ing, a man appeared who married as if out of nowhere a California boy. We lived outside of and asked me if I had walked the San Francisco for nine years. I was labyrinth. Not knowing what a labyworking for an amazing company. rinth was, I asked him what he meant. We were blessed with the birth of He pointed to the middle of the room two daughters, one of whom has cys- where the labyrinth was located. He tic fibrosis. Despite life’s challenges, told me to follow the path until I got in it was wonderful. Then in 2011, I felt the center, to stay in the center as long a shift. What had been a wonderful as I felt I should, then follow the same life now brought me chronic pain, path out and he would be waiting for insomnia, anxiety and depression. To me to talk about the experience. I did keep up with my life and its hectic as he said, but when I was done he was pace, I took a lot of prescriptions. not there. Then, as before, he was in Then, I was given a project at work front of me as if out of nowhere. It was that fed my soul. Suddenly, I was he who helped me understand how the energized and able to rise above the labyrinth is a metaphor for life, and we pain. Once the project was over and I can learn much about ourselves while went back to the day to day, I started we walk the sacred path. feeling sick again; but this time it Fast forward 17 years when I was worse. I had felt what it was like picked up a book to read about labyto use my gifts in alignment with rinths. The author was Dr. Lauren Army soul. I knew something had to tress from Grace Cathedral. She is the change. I asked my husband, Bob, if founder of Veriditas and the modernhe would be interested in moving to day labyrinth movement. Later, when I Mt. Pleasant where my sister and her met Lauren to train with her to befamily were living. I am so blessed to come a labyrinth facilitator, I told her have a husband that didn’t hesitate to my story and described the man. She say “yes.” Three months later, we had immediately sold our home and moved with our asked me if I two young daughters (Maggie-Faye, thought he was now 10, and Ellie, now 7) across the an earth angel. country. My mind and body immedi- I exclaimed, ately started healing. Now, I’m off of “Yes!” because all medication, except for an inhaler I’ve always for my asthma. I hope to kick that to thought that. Portable Personal Labyrinth the curb one day as well. She agreed,

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saying there was no employee or volunteer at the church during that time who matched my description. That further confirmed for me that I am meant to do this work. What other training or education have you had with regard to labyrinths? In addition to training with Lauren, I’ve trained with master labyrinth builder Robert Ferre and his protégé, Lars Howlett. Thanks to social media, I am able to stay connected and continue to learn on a daily basis from my fellow labyrinth facilitators and builders located throughout the world. Tell readers about your labyrinth company. The Heart-Centered Labyrinth Co. is a full-service labyrinth company. We offer classes and workshops to learn about labyrinths and how to make your own. We also build permanent labyrinths for businesses or private homes. I can make temporary labyrinths for events using various types of materials from tape to books to luminaries. The local beaches are a favorite canvas of mine for making labyrinths. I’ve created them for different types of ceremonies and events. I have a special labyrinth design specifically for proposals, weddings or vow renewals, where two people enter the labyrinth separately, meet in the center for the ceremony, and exit following the same path. I want everyone to have access to a labyrinth daily to incorporate into his or her meditation or prayer practice. Therefore, I also hand paint personal, portable 6-foot labyrinths that can be used in the home, backyard, park, etc. For those unable to walk a labyrinth, I hand-bead finger labyrinths on silk and create pillows filled with organic cotton. You trace the labyrinth with your finger, giving you the same benefits as if you had walked a large one by foot. Are there any local public labyrinths you would recommend? There are two types of labyrinths: classical and medieval. Walking each type is a different experience. For a classical labyrinth experience, I recommend the labyrinth at Sheperd Integrative Dermatology, in Mt. Pleasant. It is a labyrinth I was blessed to design and build with

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a group of volunteers. For a medieval labyrinth experience, Roper Hospital has a beautiful one. I encourage everyone to try each to see which one resonates with you more. You can find location information for these on the worldwide labyrinth locator at LabyrinthLocator.com. What do you want others to know about cystic fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a debilitating, costly, time-sucking disease. It affects the whole body, but mainly the lungs and the digestive system. There is no cure. The life expectancy is now 40, which is better than it was in the past, but not good enough. Maggie-Faye takes more than 20 pills a day and has spent as many as three hours a day inhaling medications using a nebulizer. She also has The Vest for percussion therapy to loosen any mucus in her lungs. It shakes her for 30 minutes twice a day. Maggie-Faye is allowed to do what she wants during her treatment times. Usually, that involves the iPad. Sometimes she gets sad and doesn’t want to do her treatments. It is rare, but it happens and it is heartbreaking. We let her feel those emotions to get them out. We also let her make the choice about doing her treatments. Ultimately, it is her body and she is building habits that will have to last her a lifetime. She knows what could happen if she doesn’t do her treatments. At this point, she knows noncompliance could lead to hospitalization, which equals needles. We don’t talk about this disease leading to death. That way of thinking doesn’t do any service to anyone. We focus on life and living and making the most of every day. We do what we must to treat the disease, and then we

move on with life. Tell readers about your advocacy with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Maggie-Faye and her sister, Ellie, came to Bob and me three years ago wanting a lemonade stand to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF). Santa brought them one that year, and Maggie-Faye’s Lemonade Brigade was born. Last year, at the age of 5, Ellie raised more than $600 selling lemonade $1 a cup. Maggie-Faye and Ellie have sold lemonade not only out in front of the house but also at fundraisers, events and local stores, such as Wonder Works Toy Store. Sol Mexican Cantina even put their lemonade on its menu for six weeks this summer with all proceeds benefitting CFF! This year, our fundraising efforts exceeded $2,300. They are an unstoppable duo! I work closely with CFF, speaking at events to help bring education and understanding to others. I also participated in the March on the Hill where I had the opportunity to meet with senators and representatives from South Carolina and advocate for the CF community. There is not a day that goes by that I am not advocating either for Maggie-Faye or the CF community as a whole. How can people help? To learn more about CF or to make a donation to CFF, visit CFF.org. They are a tremendous organization where 90 cents of every dollar goes to research. If you would like for me to come and speak to your organization about CF and parenting a child with chronic disease, OR if you would like MaggieFaye’s Lemonade Brigade to sell lemonade at your event or business, you can contact me directly at BendzHolly@ gmail.com. What is your favorite thing about Natural Awakenings? My favorite thing is how accessible it is, and how it offers alternative ways to enhance one’s life. Someone may be drawn to pick up a copy on the way out of a store and be introduced to a new topic that otherwise they would not have known about, thus changing their life for the better. I also love the calendar showing monthly events. I don’t ever want to stop learning and meeting new friends in the community!

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n The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, Michael Pollan surmised that we’d be healthier if we ate the way our great-grandparents did. It would mean sticking to regularly scheduled meals instead of impulsive snacking, having a meat or protein item comprise only a quarter of our plate, adding fresh vegetables and eliminating junk food. We must look further back than our immediate ancestors, counters Jo Robinson, a food journalist who surveyed more than 6,000 scientific research studies before writing her bestselling Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health. She has also co-authored several other books, including The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete.

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“Many believe we have dumbed down the nutrition in our food over the past 100 years,” says Robinson, who lives and gardens on Vashon Island, Washington. “Research shows we have been breeding out proteins and minerals and most importantly, antioxidants, for much longer.” She points out that the hunter-gatherer diet encompassed many wild foods that tasted more bitter, astringent, sour and earthy than the sweet blandness in today’s fruits and vegetables. Wild foods offered a wider variety of phytonutrients, but came at a cost—the time required to hunt and gather enough food for a day, let alone a season. “Then, 12,000 years ago, we had a better idea—gardening,” says Robinson. “We evolved to 20 varieties in a garden versus 150 in wild plants.” First, farmers chose sweet, starchy, mild-tasting, oil-rich foods such as figs, dates and olives. “We’re hard-wired to choose high-calorie foods because they’re directly connected to the pleasure centers of the brain,” she adds.

Find Jo Robinson’s free Wild Side Shopping Guide at Tinyurl.com/ WildSideProduceList. After that, the trend to grow sweeter-tasting, less nutritious plants snowballed. Robinson cites research that found adding one Golden Delicious apple to the daily diet of a small group of overweight men led to higher levels of undesirable low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides due to its high-fructose content and low levels of antioxidants (International Journal of Preventive Medicine).

Wilder Options Even organic farming methods, in which the soil is naturally enriched, can’t return all those lost nutrients to our food. Rather than advocate that we return to eating wild foods, Robinson suggests finding wild equivalents. Even those that follow a paleo diet—presumably eaten by early humans and consisting chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit, excluding dairy, grain products and commercially processed items—could use further refinements in the produce they choose. She recommends specific varieties of fruits and vegetables and explains the benefits of “wild” foods such as meat, eggs and dairy from livestock and poultry fed on grass on her website, EatWild.com. We can make smarter choices, seeking wilder-type varieties of foods at the grocery store, farmers’ market and garden seed companies. In general, they are more vividly colored, especially from red to purple, and less sweet. Brightly colored fruits and vegetables indicate a botanical sunscreen the plant produces to protect itself from ultraviolet light and other external threats, notes Robinson; it’s an indication of a higher antioxidant activity. “Find as many purple foods as possible because they have anthocyanins, known to fight cancer and inflammation,” suggests Robinson. “The original carrot from Afghanistan is purple. It’s only been orange for the past 400 years when it was bred to salute the royal House of

Orange, in the Netherlands.” According to Robinson, we can also prepare our foods in ways that maximize their phytonutrient content. Eat fresh-picked asparagus and broccoli immediately or their natural sugars and antioxidants disappear. Let chopped or pressed garlic sit for 10 minutes before using so its pungent allicin—the healthy compound that benefits our health— will increase. Tear fresh lettuce the day before eating and keep it fresh in a plastic bag with poked holes, to allow the still-living lettuce to rally its healthy compounds as if its battered leaves

were repelling an insect attack. This emerging science of polyphenols, the technical term for phytonutrients in our food, will be explosive, predicts this pioneering research-based author. “There’s a new study just about every month,” she finds. It can all lead toward breeding and growing more nutritious foods that are more readily accessible to everyone. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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he old way of thinking about fruits and vegetables is ‘the more, the better,’ regardless of what you choose,” says wild food expert Jo Robinson. “Unfortunately, the most popular ones are the least nutritious, like Golden Delicious apples and supersweet corn.” In Eating on the Wild Side, Robinson cites considerable research that shows we can make better choices within each food category by simply selecting varieties closer to their wild ancestors. Generally, the most phytonutrientrich options include kale, spinach, lettuces, asparagus and artichokes. Here are other top tips from the literature. n Tart apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Honeycrisp and Liberty boost phytonutrients and fiber while reducing fructose content. n Haas avocados deliver more vitamin E and other antioxidants to support smooth skin and shiny hair than smaller Mexican avocados. n Red finger bananas, when fully ripened to a deep magenta, are higher in vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium and fiber than the common Cavendish banana. n Canned beans (which have been dried and then cooked) are better than home-cooked beans because the heat required for the canning process enhances their nutritional content.

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SORE THROAT SOOTHERS

Natural Remedies Help Kids Heal by Kathleen Barnes

he household is settling for the night when the 5-yearold cries out, “My throat hurts!” “There’s no need to panic,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, in Pecos, New Mexico, an integrative physician and chief medical officer of Weil Lifestyle. “It’s pretty easy to figure out if it’s strep throat, which requires antibiotics, or something you can treat at home.” Only 10 to 20 percent of sore throats in children are caused by Streptococcus bacteria which, if not properly treated, can lead to heart damage. The first question to ask is, “What are the symptoms?” If these include sudden onset of a severe and worsening sore throat without any complaints of scratchiness; a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or more; headache or stomach pain; and the lack of a stuffy nose, cough or sign of a cold—a trip to the pediatrician is essential and a course of antibiotics is necessary, says Low Dog. The vast majority of youngsters’ sore throats, which may accompany a common cold, are caused by viruses and will heal on their own in about a week. Many natural remedies will help children feel better and relieve the pain; some cost so little they are nearly free. Salt water gargle: “A glass of warm water with half a teaspoon of sea salt swirled into it is an old-school remedy that works well for kids at least 5 years old,” says Erika Krumbeck, a naturopathic doctor and licensed primary care physician practicing pediatrics in Missoula, Montana. She notes that a salt water gargle can also moderate the symptoms of strep until the child can see a doctor. The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies confirms that the salt water draws excess fluid from inflamed throat tissues. It also loosens mucus and removes other irritants, including bacteria, allergens and fungi. Just make sure children don’t swallow the salt water, counsels Krumbeck. 30

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Warm compresses: A warm water compress using a wet hand towel applied for 10 or 15 minutes every hour loosens mucus and is soothing. “It’s amazing how effective these familiar practices are,” says Krumbeck. “Grandma knew what she was doing.” Lemon juice and honey: “Honey is sweet, so kids love it,” says certified nutritionist Kimberly Snyder, of New York and Los Angeles. This traditional recipe works because the honey has antibacterial properties and the lemon juice is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants. Snyder cautions that babies younger than 12 months old should never be given honey because their immune systems cannot handle the bacterial spores sometimes present in the sweet treat. Elderberry: The tiny purple berries of the Sambucus nigra L. plant shortens the duration of colds and flu often suffered by air travelers, according to research that includes a large Australian study. Elderberry syrup appeals to kids because it tastes delicious. Low Dog recommends keeping a bottle on hand at all times because it’s hard to know when a child will complain of a scratchy throat. “This yummy syrup is good for all ages. It’s so safe. I love it,” says Low Dog, adding, “Plus, you can always use it on whole-grain pancakes.” Sage and Echinacea: Drinking sage tea and gargling with echinacea are old-time remedies for sore throats that now have scientific backing, says Snyder. Go for a twofer and add a little echinacea to the tea, she suggests. A Swiss study showed that an echinacea/sage spray soothed sore throat symptoms just as well as a chlorhexidine/lidocaine spray, which can have side effects that include more swelling and even allergic reactions; the suggested spray should not be used with children under 12. Pairing up a dose of safe and gentle, time-tested sore throat recipes with a big hug will go far toward relieving most little ones’ suffering. Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous natural health books, including Food Is Medicine: 101 Prescriptions from the Garden. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

UNSAFE DRUGS Acetaminophen, a popular ingredient in over-the-counter children’s cold medicines like Tylenol, has been linked to twice the risk of developing asthma. Immediate side effects can include rapid heart rate and convulsions. Ephedrine, pseudophedrine and phenylephrine are popular ingredients in children’s cold medications even though the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says they’re not effective. Side effects include the possibility of unsupervised children overdosing on the sugary concoctions and can even prove fatal. In 2008, the FDA warned parents not to use any such cold medications for children under 4. Antibiotics are not effective against the viruses that cause most colds and flu. Antibiotics kill bacteria like those associated with strep throat, not viruses. Using antibiotics for a cold can actually lead to future antibiotic resistance.

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Planet-Friendly and Profitable The Rise of Ecopreneurs by Avery Mack

hether it’s a sideline or full time, flourishing small businesses stimulate the economy. The U.S. Small Business Association found that between 2009 and 2013, companies with fewer than 500 employees accounted for 60 percent of net new jobs. Technology allows new commercial ventures to be launched from home, yielding huge savings in startup costs. Owners have found ways to fulfill needs by leveraging their past job experiences and personal interests.

local farmers,” he explains. Basil, parsley, dill, lettuce and other herbs and greens are available for all five boroughs; potted plants arrive fresh weekly via subscription. In addition to cleaning homes, Debbie Sardone, owner of Speed Cleaning, in Lewisville, Texas, saw an opportunity to manufacture her own green cleaning products. They’re part of a full-line online catalog. Ryan Riley and his wife, Ashley Spitz, of Los Angeles, own and operate Biz Bagz, dog waste bags made in

America from bio-based resins and recycled plastics. He notes the genesis of their idea: “Landfills are anaerobic, so biodegradable bags don’t get the oxygen required to break down. Compostable bags are available, but few places provide composting services. We offer a cleaner alternative.” Another pet-inspired idea was spawned when Kevin Li, of Manhattan, New York, left his puppy home alone for the first time. He invented an app-operated remote control ball with a camera called PlayDate (Tinyurl.com/ RemoteBallApp).

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People- and planet-friendly personal care products address other ongoing customer needs. Nitya Gulati, founder of Sugarloom Cosmetics, in Ashburn, Virginia, specializes in Americanmade, vegan, cruelty- and toxin-free nail polish. She advises, “Look for ‘five-free’ on the label, which means no formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene and allergens camphor and formaldehyde resin. Watch out for guanine, made from fish scales, found in glittery polishes. Oleic acid, a thickener, is animal fat. Vibrant reds may contain carmine, made from boiled, crushed beetles.” She warns that products tested by a third party can obscure animal testing during product development. Amelia Swaggert and Elizabeth Ripps, co-founders of California Scrub Company, in Los Angeles, upcycle coffee grounds into a natural facial scrub. They’ve eliminated plastic at every step of production from sourcing to packaging. They’re also helping to keep the world’s oceans from becoming plastic soup by

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Out and About Mya Zeronis saw a need for healthy food and stepped out of her comfort zone to fulfill it through her extra VEGANza Pgh restaurant and its catering arm, Lean Chef en Route, recognized by Sustainable Pittsburgh. “We source locally, compost produce scraps, serve meat- and dairy-free menu options, practice food waste management with root-to-stem preparation and maintain energy conservation,” she says. Customers are encouraged to bike to the restaurant; there’s even a bicycle air pump and flat tire repair kit on the premises if emergencies arise. Shared bikes are a welcome addition at colleges for budgetminded and time-strapped students. Rented by the hour or day, they’re a convenient, healthy and non-polluting way to get around campus. New York University at Buffalo students can remotely locate, rent and unlock GPS-enabled bikes. At Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Purple Bike Coalition provides free use of bikes and a staffed repair station; a cargo bike helps transport larger objects. Entrepreneurs are creative by nature; seeing a need and asking, “What if?” Eco-friendly, green-minded entrepreneurs take ideas a step farther, working to ensure the health of consumers and the planet. They succeed as they serve and inspire us all. Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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lmost 60 percent of America’s pet cats are overweight, according to a survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Feline obesity can lead to joint pain, hinder self-grooming and make it harder to use the litter box, all resulting in fat cats being left at shelters by frustrated owners. Chubby kitties also are more prone to osteoarthritis, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, respiratory problems and non-allergic skin conditions. “Potential health problems make overweight cats harder to adopt,” says Deanna Schmidt, with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, in Pittsburgh. “On Fat Cat Tuesdays, we waive the adoption fee for cats 14 pounds and over. We counsel adoptive families and follow up so that ongoing healthy eating and exercise continues to melt away the pounds.” Experts advise that a house cat should maintain the sleek, fluid motion of a jungle cat. Viewed from above, healthy cats have a distinct waistline, an inward curve between the rib cage and hips. Pick it up and step on the scale. The pet’s weight should comprise between six to 10 pounds of the total.

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While free-feeding dry food is easier for owners and allows a cat to snack at will, some take advantage and overeat, often from boredom. To help the transition from always-available dry food to mealtime wet food, use kibble as a special treat. Food puzzles, widely available online or in pet supply stores, will keep Kitty busy during the day. Homemade feeding puzzles work, too; put a small amount of kibble in a cardboard tube or small box, tape the end shut and randomly cut small holes in the sides. Kitty will have to roll the tube or fit a paw inside to retrieve a treat. “Free-feeding dry food is comparable to a constant supply of Fritos on our desk,” says Jackson Galaxy, author of Cat Daddy. “As far as the myth that dry food cleans teeth, I ask, do you floss with Melba toast? Dry food leaves plaque. A grain-free, wet food adds needed mois-

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ture and fat to their diet. A cat’s teeth are designed to rip and tear, not crunch.” “Changing my cat’s food to an all-wet diet slimmed her down to a healthy weight. I hated the smell, but it made sense to me that dry food was just carbs,” says Pichette. “At first, she whined at not having food all the time, but got used to it, and now she can eat treats in moderation. The cool thing is we’re all enjoying her increased energy and playfulness.” Cats are obligate carnivores, which means their natural diet comprises 90 percent meat and 10 percent vegetable matter. A roaming cat’s native routine is to search for food, hunt, catch and eat, groom and nap. Because each catch is small, they eat frequently. “There’s still an ancestor cat inside domesticated felines, a ‘raw’ cat that wants to hunt for its food,” explains Galaxy. “We need to play into that thinking and feed at intervals; ideally, every five hours or so, or at least in the morning, after work and about an hourand-a-half before bedtime.” While the family’s morning and evening schedules mean just a quick scoop of food in the bowl, the third meal should be an interactive one. “A battery-operated toy or waving a laser light around is not play,” says Galaxy. “Interactive play is not texting with one hand and wiggling the fishing pole toy with the other. You have to get up and move to let the cat search for the toy, watch and wait, then pounce. It engages the animal mentally and physically and brings the raw cat to the surface. When you reach the point of diminishing returns, the pet is tired and it’s time for a meal.” His foundation improves lives of shelter animals, teaching staff to clicker train, entertain and exercise their cats to make them more adoptable. After an active day, the cat will be ready for bed, syncing its rhythm with the rest of the household. “A full play session satisfies natural instincts and prevents the cat from hunting your ankles as you sleep,” advises Galaxy. “It’s not a luxury to have a variety of toys; it’s a necessity for having a quality relationship with a healthy cat.” Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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calendarofevents Our calendar is filled with classes, workshops and events that feed your mind/body/ spirit and promote a healthy lifestyle. All submissions for the November issue must be received no later than October 10. Basic listings are a maximum of 40 words, not including the day/date, and cost $5/month. Highlighted events are $0.50/word plus $10/photo. Submit calendar entries at nalowcountry.com/submit-calendar.

Self-Protection Six Session Workshop – 7-8:30pmTuesdays and Thursdays through 10/27. Realistic workable techniques of the non-martial artist This workshop gives you time to practice and integrate your skills. Included is the kubotan self-defense key chain. Develop your self-confidence. $95. Natsu Mura Karate 125 S Main Street Summerville. 843-870-4462. info@resourcesunlimited.com. natsumura.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 ABCs of Baby Massage – 10:30-11:30am. An introductory class to Infant Massage for Parents and Caregivers lead by Instructor Abigail McClam Certified Infant Massage Teacher with the Liddle Kids Foundation and Pediatric Massage Therapist This family-friendly class will include a ABC Booklet & Baby Oil Sample. $30/family. 232 A Ashley Avenue, Charleston. 843-724-9807. abigail@lotuscharleston.com. lotuscharleston.com. New Moon Drum Journey – 8-9:30pm. Commune with the moon and soothe your sensitive soul. Align your vibration with the moon and the drum to experience peace, calm and clarity during the intense new moon energies. Led by Allison Kirk. Donation $15-20. The Healing Arts Center. 843631-6422. inhealth@yahoo.com. Facebook.com/ HealingArtsCenterSC.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4 Meditation & Beyond: Practices for More Skillful Living – 6:00-7:00 pm. Tuesdays through 10/25. Organized discussion of yogic practice followed by practice time with questions and answers. $45. 232 A Ashley Ave, Charleston. 540-214-1632. laura@ laurajarrait.com. LauraJarrait.com

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 Spa for the Soul – 10am; through Oct. 7, 4pm. Experience natural healing, massage, nutritional wellness, & balance to decrease stress & enjoy life more fully. Individual sessions available. Energize your creative spirit through art; refresh your soul while walking the beautiful grounds. $375 includes meals and lodging. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd, Kingstree. 843382-9777. Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org. SpiringbankRetreat.org. Martial Arts Open House – 6pm-7pm. Interested in training in martial arts but don’t have a clue where to start? This is the place! Wear comfortable clothes and jump right in! Free. Natsu Mura Karate, 125 South Main Street, Summerville. 843-875-4543. info@resourcesunlimited.com. Natsumura.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7 The Brain that Wouldn’t Die, The Musical. World premiere – 7:30pm. Through October 16. The fiancée of a brilliant surgeon is decapitated in a car accident. He keeps her head alive while he searches for a body in time for their wedding, with hilarious results. Adapted from the 1962 B movie classic. Footlight Players Theatre, 20 Queen Street, Charleston. The BrainThatWouldntDie.net.

Infant Massage for Caregivers Course – 10-11am Tuesdays through Nov 1. Four class series offers hands-on instruction on how to provide nurturing touch therapy for your growing baby. All participants learn health benefits, massage techniques and receive a guide book and baby massage oil. Infants 3 weeks and up and caregivers. $100. 232 A Ashley Ave. Charleston. 843-724-9807. abigail@ lotuscharleston.com. LotusCharleston.com

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 bliss Boutique & Fall Yard Sale – 8am-2pm. Support local artists & your favorite co-op. Shop the bliss Boutique for hand crafted jewelry, original art & inspirational literature. Fill a bag of Yard Sale treasure for just $5/bag including brand clothes & accessories, funky fresh housewares, etc. $5/Bag. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt. Pleasant. 843-345-7061. blissSpiritualCo-op.org. Self-Care Workshop: MyoKinesthetic & Essential Oils – 10am-12pm, 1-3pm. Learn proven techniques to help yourself with upper and lower body pain. Upper body class in morning, lower body in afternoon. Relieve headaches, chronic neck/shoulder, low back, sciatica issues & more. $95 single session, $155 double session. The Healing Arts Center 480 Jessen Ln, Charleston. 843-631-6422. gstrmic@gmail.com. HealingArtsCenterSC.com. Feng Shui 101 – 4-6pm. Learn basic skills of Feng Shui with nationally known interior designer and Usui Holy Fire Reiki Master Teacher/Practitioner Rhonda Lanier. $40. Harold’s Cabin 247 Congress Street, Charleston. 310-889-4825. rhonda@ rhondalanierinteriors.com. RhondaLanierInteriors. com. Reiki II – 10am-5pm through Oct 9. Join Maureen on a deeper exploration of Reiki as we dive into the Level II symbols Distant Healing and the Chakra System Class includes a comprehensive manual Level II Attunement and beautiful certificate Register by Oct 5th Prerequisite I. $299. Bodhi Tree Charleston. 843-327-4761. maureen@ bodhitreecharleston.com. BodhiTreeCharleston.com

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 Awakening the Spirit Within: Playing the Native Flute – 7pm, through Oct. 12, 4pm. Learn how to play a Native American-style flute that expresses your inner song. $275 includes meals and lodging. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd, Kingstree. 843382-9777. Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org. SpringbankRetreat.org.

Essential Oil Rollerball Remedy Class – 6:15pm. Tired? Headaches? Stressed? Learn about essential oils for healthy living and make your own natural remedies roller blend. $5 plus cost of blend. Colucci Wellness Center. 1806 Trolley Road Summerville. RSVP 875-5700. coluccichiro@gmail.com. ColucciChiropractic.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Drum-Making – 7pm, through Oct 16, 5pm. Share in the ancient wisdom of our native sisters and brothers by creating and shaping a hand-held drum in the native tradition. Blessing and awakening of the drum will be an essential ritual to give voice to the drum. $250 includes meal and lodging; $100 materials fee. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd, Kingstree. 843382-9777. Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org. SpiringbankRetreat.org. Yoga of Sound & Deeper Dimensions of Yoga – 7 pm. Join Russill Paul for ecstatic music combined with mantra, movement and meditation for chakra healing. $40. ($25 or 2 for $40 before Sept 15th). Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Avenue Charleston. yogaofsoundsc@comcast.net.

Live Well Charleston Family Fest ‘16 Sat., Oct. 15 • 8am-6pm Old Towne Creek County Park 1400 Old Towne Road, Charleston Kids Free, Tickets $25 or $30 per Family $5 off at WhollyTicket.com/ Event/LWCFamilyFest Kids Zone, Live Music, Wellness Marketplace, Healthy Food Trucks and Vendors, Yoga and Bootcamp Classes, Holistic Healers, Meditation by the dock, and more!

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Russill Paul presents Love Mysticism with the Yoga of Sound – 10:30am-5:30 pm. Explore deep mysticism through sacred movement, chanting and meditation. $150.00 ($125 before 09/15). Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Avenue Charleston. yogaofsoundsc@comcast.net Mantra Magic - Kirtan with Russill Paul – 7:30 pm. Ecstatic music combined with mantra, movement and meditation. No prior yoga or musical experience required. $30 ($25 or 2 for $40 before 09/15). Unity of Charleston 2535 Leeds Avenue Charleston. yogaofsoundsc@comcast.net.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 Manifesting Abundance with the Yoga of Sound – 2pm. With Russill Paul. Combine powerful mantras with affirmations to create more abundance, joy and bliss. No prior yoga experience is necessary. $50 ($40 before 9/15). Unity of Charleston/2535 Leeds Avenue, Charleston. yogaofsoundsc@comcast.net. Full Moon Drum Journey – 8-9:30pm. Commune with the moon and soothe your sensitive soul. Align your vibration with the moon and the drum to experience peace, calm and clarity during the intense full moon energies. Led by Allison Kirk. Donation $15-20 suggested. The Healing Arts Center 480 Jessen Ln, Charleston. 843-631-6422. inhealth@ yahoo.com Facebook.com/HealingArtsCenterSC

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Pottery & Native Spirituality – 9:30am, through Oct. 27, 4pm. Learn ways of relating to the natural world with greater reverence. Experience prayer lodge and vision quest. Create earthen vessels using hand-building technique and primitive firing process. No experience necessary. $790 include meals and lodging. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd, Kingstree. 843382-9777. Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org. SpiringbankRetreat.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Soul Purpose Alignment – 7-8:30pm. Explore how to navigate the journey of the soul, understand karma along the way, & align free will to make sound spiritual choices. Facilitator: Dr. Wendy Perrell, A Contemporary Shaman Soul & Spiritual Empowerment Coach, Teacher, & Speaker. FREE. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt. Pleasant. 907-317-2483. wperrell@wppec.com. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 Spirit Quest – 7pm, through Oct. 23, 1pm. Deeply prayerful, insightful experience. Being open and receptive to the Spirit and listening in the profound quiet of the natural world is the focus of this 7-hour quest. Prayer is an integral part. $200 includes meals and lodging. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd, Kingstree. 843382-9777. Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org. SpiringbankRetreat.org.

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Eucalyptus Annual Health Fair October 22 • 8am-5pm

Eucalyptus Wellness 280 W Coleman Blvd S-E, Mount Pleasant Come join us for drawings, prizes, product samples, tasting of herbal elixirs, 20% all supplements and 10% of CBD and essential oils. 843-388-4956. info@eucalyptuswellness.com. EucalyptusWellness.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 Usui Holy Fire Reiki Levels 1&2 – 10am-5pm through October 23. Holy Fire Reiki I Level class the student is given a Usui/level I attunement which opens the student to channeling the Reiki energy to self and others Holy Fire Reiki Level II class the student explores the symbols of healing. $410. 232 A Ashley Ave, Charleston. 310-889-4825. rhonda@ rhondalanierinteriors.com. LotusCharleston.com. Yoga Nidra – 5:30-6:45pm. Relax and refresh the body and spirit with this age old practice! Beginning with brief discussion about recent scientific verification. Add the bliss of extended Yoga Nidra practice and you’re sure to leave stress free! No experience needed. $15.00. Healing Hara Massage & Wellness. 843-810-5953. HealingHara@yahoo.com. Unity of Charleston Oyster Roast – 2 - 5pm. Tofu dogs, salads, baked goods, beer, wine available. Live music. Oyster tickets $30 by Sun 9 Oct or $35 at door. $10 Hamburger/Hotdog meal. 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. UnityCharleston@ msn.com. UnityChs.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 Truth Talk “Aligning Your Energy Body Through the Chakras – 1-2:30pm. Keep our energy centers healthy. Group meditation aligning intentions. Presenters Jean Maczko and Carmen Nash. Donation. 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. UnityCharleston@msn.com. UnityChs.org. Unity of Charleston Interfaith Service on Taoism. 9:30 and 11:15am. Elijah Siegler, Chair, Dept. of Religious Studies, College of Charleston presents Taoism - living with harmony with nature.

plan ahead SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Painting for Non-Painters – 2pm, through Nov. 4, 1pm. Come and explore untapped creativity and possibilities with watercolors in a fun, loving environment. All levels welcome. Art experience not needed. $375 includes meals and lodging. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd, Kingstree. 843-3829777. Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org. SpiringbankRetreat.org

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Healing Beyond Borders Level 1 Class Nov. 13 • 8:30am-6:30pm CE›s 18

Uses gentles heart-centered touch to balance physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Works in harmony with standard medical care. Enhances body›s natural ability to heal. Early bird discount: $245.00 by 10-29-16, thereafter $295.00. Fee includes workbook Info/registration call Janet 843-388-1834. Location: Roper Hospital, Charleston SC

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Aramaic Lord’s Prayer Workshop – 2:30 – 5pm. Aramaic Lord’s Prayer Workshop, 5:30-6:30pm Potluck, 7-9pm Dances of Universal Peace – mantra meditation in movement. Info: Lynn Meffet. Unity of Charleston. 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843566-0600. UnityCharleston@msn.com. UnityChs. org.

ongoing events sunday Zen Meditation Group – 8:15am. Three half-hour rounds of sitting along with walking meditation. Email to find out the best time for you to arrive. Free. Holy Cow Yoga, 10 Windermere Blvd, West Ashley. Info@CharlestonZen.org or CharlestonZen.org. Unity of Charleston Services – 9:30 & 11:15am. Are you more spiritual than religious? So are we! Do you believe in many paths to God? Then join us. Unity Church of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave. 843-566-0600. Unitychs.org. New Spirit Books & Gifts – 10:30am-1pm. Spiritual, metaphysical and inspirational books, crystals, incense, tarot/oracle cards. Unity Church of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave. 843-566-0600. NewSpiritbg@gmail.com.

monday Charleston Community Acupuncture – 10am-1pm & 3-5:30pm (new extended hours). 1307 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. 843-763-7200. Complimentary Natural Female Hormone Balancing Consultations – 10am-4pm. With Dr Stephanie Zgraggen. Lime and Lotus, 925-F Wappoo Rd, West Ashley. Call to schedule: 843-214-2997. LimeAndLotus.com. Centering Prayer – 1:30-2:30pm. Introduction to the opening of mind & heart to God beyond thoughts, words & emotions. Put this on your “To BE List”. All Welcome. 1:30-2pm Thomas Keating/Richard Rohr

Instructional DVD, 2pm 20 minutes of Centering Prayer. Facilitator: Lola Reilly. FREE. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt. Pleasant.reillylola@ gmail.com. blissSpiritualCo-op.org. Martial Arts Training – 6pm. Martial Arts training from beginning to advanced. Free trial lesson for evaluation. An Ancient Okinawan Martial Art for enhancement on all levels of Awareness, on the physica,l mental, emotional and spiritual self. $75/month, family rates $135. Natsu Mura Karate & Kobudo, 125 South Main Street, Summerville. 843-875-4543.

tuesday Chair Yoga – 11:15 am. This class is designed to lead those who need or prefer to use a chair in place of a mat. If you or someone you know feels uncomfortable on the floor, we suggest this class for disorders and disabilities. $85/unltd, $50/5class, $15/1class. Healing Hara Massage & Wellness 209 Stallsville Loop, Summerville. 843-810-5953.healinghara@yahoo.com. Healinghara.com. Free Monthly Essential Oils Class – 6-7pm First Tuesday of each month. Each class will demonstrate and use oils for everyday healthy clean living. And you take home the oils! Young Living Oils are the best sustainable and freshest oils that can be used for your body and your house! Free. 1164 Northbridge Rd (West Ashley) Charleston. 843-270-9913. chiroann@yahoo.com. DrAnnJenkins.com. The Reiki Connection – 7pm. With Chrys Franks, Reiki Master/Teacher. Guided meditation followed by mini reiki sessions by certified practitioners. Love offering. (1st Tues for practitioners only). Unity Church, 2535 Leeds Ave, N Charleston. 843-364-5725. Living Qigong - 6pm-7pm. Qigong for health is designed for all ages and all abilities. This Ancient Healing Art creates health for the body, mind and spirit. $5/session, first time free. Natsu Mura Karate, 125 S. Main Street, Summerville. 843-875-4543. info@resourcesunlimited1.com. ResourcesUnlimited1.com . Creative Writing – 7pm-8:30 pm Explore writing poetry, memoir, creative non-fiction, essay and short story using prompts and engaging invention activities. Journal/pen sets available. Facilitator: Lisa Hase -Jackson, MFA, Writing Coach, Poet, Poetry Teacher CofC. writeone.lisa@gmail.com Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op 1163 Oaks Drive Mt. Pleasant. writeone.lisa@gmail.com

wednesday Hara Yoga – 7:30-8:30am. This class will focus on the Hara the Solar Plexus in the region of the abdomen where the internal organs are housed. Various types of pressure may be exerted here through deep diaphragmatic , strong poses and deep twists. Ignite the fire! $85. Unlimited monthly pass. Healing Hara Massage & Wellness, 209 Stallsville Loop, Summerville. 843-810-5953. Healinghara@yahoo.com. Healinghara.com Complimentary Natural Female Hormone Balancing Consultations – 10am-4pm. With Dr Stephanie Zgraggen. Lime and Lotus, 925-F Wappoo Rd, West Ashley. Call to schedule: 843-214-2997. LimeAndLotus.com.

Martial Arts Training – 6pm. Martial Arts training from beginning to advanced. Free trial lesson for evaluation. An Ancient Okinawan Martial Art for enhancement on all levels of Awareness, on the physica,l mental, emotional and spiritual self. $75/month, family rates $135. Natsu Mura Karate & Kobudo, 125 South Main Street, Summerville. 843-875-4543. info@resourcesunlimited1.com. Natsumura.com Meditation Class – 6:30-7:30pm. With Jennifer Michaels - Energy Healer and Spiritual Life Coach. Guided & silent meditation. Beginners and advanced. $15/Class; Shepard Integrative Dermatology, 912 Old Georgetown Rd., Mt. Pleasant. (843) 514-2848 JEMichaels.com (See listing, page 39). WiseWomen Meetup – 7-8:30 pm. Come explore with us a variety of spiritual topics, meet other seeking women and meet your tribe. Donation optional. Serenity Center - 820 Central Ave, Summerville. 314-276-7772. SerenitySC.com

thursday Introduction to Meditation – 7-8:15pm. Open to public. Learn different types of meditation and how to apply them in daily life. $10 or $5/students/ seniors. Unity Church of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave. MeditationInSouthCarolina.org. ZUMBA Toning – 6-6:45pm. Perfect party class with emphasis on sculpting and defining muscles. Weight resistance of 3lb weights are added to tone target zones of arms, core and lower body. Facilitator: Melanie Cason, Licensed ZUMBA Instructor since 2015, Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, blissSpiritualCo-op.org. 163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt. Pleasant. 843-345-7061. melanie.cason@gmail. com. blissSpiritualCo-op.org. Living Qigong – 6pm-7pm. Qigong for health is designed for all ages and all abilities. This Ancient Healing Art creates health for the body, mind and spirit. $5/session, first time free. Natsu Mura Karate, 125 S. Main Street, Summerville. 843-875-4543. info@resourcesunlimited1.com. ResourcesUnlimited1.com . Restorative Yoga – 7:15-8:15pm. Hold relaxing poses 5-10 minutes in a candle lit room with meditative music, blocks, straps, blankets & the wall to mindfully stretch. Facilitator: Jeannine Despeaux, 200 RYT. Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op 1163 Oaks Drive Mt. Pleasant. 843 822-4557. Jeannine@ peaceloveharmonycoaching.com.

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Stallsville Loop, Summerville. 843-810-5953. Healinghara@yahoo.com. Healinghara.com. Transmission Meditation – 6:30pm Very powerful work. Beneficial for humanity and self. Healing Oasis, 772 St Andrews, West Ashely. 843-743-5222. HealingOasisllc.com or TransmissionMeditation.org.

saturday Compost Daze – 10am-2pm..Compost Rangers Compost Daze volunteer monthly workday every 2nd Saturday of the month. Location will vary so follow Compost Rangers on Facebook or go to CompostRangers.org and sign up for email reminders. Simply Meditate – 10:30am-noon. 2nd Sat. Drop-in classes with guided meditations, suitable for beginners and experienced alike. Circular Church, 150 Meeting St, Charleston (classroom below Lance Hall). $10 or $5/students/seniors. MeditationInSouthCarolina.org. Martial Arts Training – 11am. Martial Arts training from beginning to advanced. Free trial lesson for evaluation. An Ancient Okinawan Martial Art for enhancement on all levels of Awareness, on the physica,l mental, emotional and spiritual self. $75/month, family rates $135. Natsu Mura Karate & Kobudo, 125 South Main Street, Summerville. 843-875-4543. info@resourcesunlimited1.com. Natsumura.com

classifieds Have a job to fill or a space to rent? Advertise in our classified section. Information is due by October 10 for the November issue. Cost is $25/month for 30 words; additional words are $0.50 each. Must be prepaid. Email to Ads@nalowcountry.com. ROOM FOR RENT BEAUTIFUL SUNLIT ROOM FOR RENT IN SUMMERVILLE WELLNESS CENTER! $650.00 monthly includes all utilities including weekly yoga and monthly events. At Healing Hara we inform, educate and serve the community with Holistic healing and knowledge. 843-513 2596. healinghara@yahoo.com

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A Course In Miracles – 10:30am-12pm. Weekly study group that utilizes a text, 365 daily lessons, & a teacher’s manual that is spiritual rather than religious in perspective & used to teach a non-duality thought system that focuses on universal truths. Facilitator: Janet Herron, Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt. Pleasant. janetherron98@gmail.com. blissSpiritualCo-op.org. Friday Flow – 5:30pm. Start the weekend off right w/ this 75min practice! We begin class building heat by flowing through a mindful vinyasa series and top off with soothing, longer held poses to relax body and mind! $85 monthly unlimited pass. $50/5classes, $15/class. Healing Hara Massage & Wellness, 209

HEALTHY RESTAURANTS/STORES/ PRODUCTS – Natural Awakenings is looking for restaurants and stores that offer healthy options on their menus and in their inventory. Be a part of our upcoming Lowcountry Healthy Dining Guide and Lowcountry Healthy Living Guide. Do you cater to special dietary needs like gluten- and/or dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, paleo? Let our readers know about it! Do you offer healthy, organic products or services? Our readers are health conscious and they are looking for you! Email Editor@NALowcountry.com for more information.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Ads@nalowcountry.com.

ACUPUNCTURE CHARLESTON COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE 1307 Savannah Hwy, W Ashley 843-763-7200 FeelGreatCharleston.com

Voted best acupuncturist three years running. We treat most ailments including; stress, pain management, autoimmune issues, infertility, migraines, fatigue, allergies, diabetes and much more. Sliding scale payment option $20-$40 (return visits).

SUMMERVILLE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

1731 N Main St, Ste H Summerville (Sangaree Center) 843-810-1225 SummervilleCommunityAcupuncture.com

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that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have. ~Margaret Mead

Bring us your headaches, back pain, tennis elbow, indigestion or whatever else is bothering you. Affordable acupuncture between $15-$45 plus a $10 paperwork fee for new patients. $5 PTSD treatments for veterans. Appointments or walk-ins welcome.

ALTERNATIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE HEALING OASIS LLC Beverly Lucas, LMT, CST

772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston 843-743-5222 HealingOasisllc.com Visit Healing Oasis and experience powerful healing vibrations. Services: Advanced CranioSacral Therapy, with more than a decade of experience; Energy Healing; Chakra Balancing; Aura Photography; SoulCollage Workshops; Ionic Detox Foot Bath; Far-Infrared Sauna. See ad, page 13.

LIME AND LOTUS LLC

Healing Arts Center 925 Wappoo Rd, Ste F, Charleston 843-214-2997 • LimeAndLotus.com Services: Clinical Nutrition, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Holistic Mental Health, Natural Female Hormone Balancing, Detoxification. Natural Skin Care. Sessions and workshops for mind, body and spirit.

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DR. PATRICK S. LOVEGROVE Merge Medical Center Mt Pleasant • 843-469-1001 MergeMedicalCenter.com

AMA board-certified medical doctor specializing in alternative/ integrative medicine, holistic nutrition, weight loss, fatigue and pain management. Services include acupuncture, bioidentical hormones, anti-aging, nutra-ceuticals, detoxification, Chinese/ayurvedic medicine, naturopathy, reiki, and blood/saliva/urine/hair/stool Functional Medicine lab analysis for treatment of chronic disease.

beauty consultant YOUR GROOMING GURU 1319 Savannah Hwy, Ste C Charleston (in Artisans Inc Salon) 843-813-1838 YourGroomingGuru.com Your Grooming Guru, Barbara BrantWilliams, is an experienced hairstylist, makeup artist and certified Organic Color Specialist practicing out of the Artisans Salon. Charleston’s go-to source for hair, makeup and beauty product knowledge.

bodywork THE HEALING ARTS CENTER

Allison Kirk & Gudrun Strmic 480 Jessen Ln, Charleston 843-631-6422 • HealingArtsCenterSC.com Each therapist has a varied and unique background and provides a tailored treatment for every client. Massage. Energy. Meditation. Aromatherapy. MyoKinesthetic. Workshops. Reiki.

Knight Wellness and Therapy Bethany Knight, LMT 107 W 7th North St, Summerville 843-518-0692 KnightWellnessAndTherapy.com

Busy lives require working bodies. Bethany will assess your aches and pains and help get you back in working order. Certified in Cupping, ART (lower extremity), Neuromuscular massage and more.

LOTUS HOLISTIC MASSAGE Abigail McClam, BA, LMBT 232A Ashley Ave, Charleston 843-724-9807 Abigail@LotusCharleston.com LotusCharleston.com

Licensed holistic massage and integrative bodywork practitioner offering massage, aromatherapy, energy healing and breathing techniques to help individuals nurture health, restore balance, manage pain, trauma and injury as they learn to embrace their own body/mind wisdom.

POPIEL HOLISTIC THERAPY

Susan Popiel, RN, CST 1037-D Chuck Dawley Blvd, Ste 206, Mt Pleasant 843-834-4168 • SusanPopiel.com With a background in nursing, Popiel offers treatments that naturally support your greater health and wellbeing. Acupressure (no needles utilized), CranioSacral Therapy, Zero Balancing, surgery preparation.

WORLD OF WELLNESS

Pam Olivier 3226 2B Maybank Hwy, Johns Island 843-708-8923 • PamOlivier.com A unique massage formulated specifically to meet your needs. Several different massage modalities are used, including sports, neuromuscular, trigger point, lomi lomi, Thai yoga massage and manual lymph drainage. Conditions addressed include migraines, sciatica, whiplash, stress, anxiety and good old tight shoulders.

BRAIN TRAINING BRAINCORE NEUROFEEDBACK

990 Lake Hunter Cir, Ste 212, Mt Pleasant 844-BRAIN-ON (272-4666) BrainCore.Dianne@gmail.com Specializing in brain training, an effective, drug-free treatment for ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, insomnia, migraines, memory, improving performance and more. No side effects. Permanent changes.

CHIROPRACTOR COLUCCI CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Gina Colucci 1806 Trolley Rd, Summerville 843-875-5700 ColucciChiropractic.com

Serving the Summerville area for 29 years. Specializing in holistic care; weight loss and nutritional cleansing; pain management; bioidentical hormones; sugar detox; stress testing; chiropractic; peripheral neuropathy; detox footbaths; emotional (TBM/NET) and wellness care.

PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY

CHURCHES Unity Church of Charleston

Drs. Joe Palmer and Daniel Knause 134 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 864-501-5891 • PalmerDMD.com

Sunday Services: 9:30 and 11:15am. Are you more spiritual than religious? Do you believe in many paths to God? Then please join us.

Biological Dentistry using the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One-visit crowns, laser-assisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office. See ad, page 43.

Rev. Ed Kosak, Minister 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston 843-566-0600 • Unitychs.org

COLON HEALTH

JAMES SEXTON, DMD, MAGD

A CENTER FOR WELL-BEING

Grass Roots Health Care Since 1991 843-769-6848 • ACenterForWellbeing.com Therapeutic Massage, Colon Hydrotherapy, Detox Foot Baths. Healthy Food Choice Coaching, NBCTH-certified and I-ACT members. Offering people a vehicle to help improve their quality of life. Specializing in probiotic education.

CONSCIOUS LIVING

Please call for appointment: Mt Pleasant • 843-881-1418 Myrtle Beach • 843-293-6700

Holistic, preventive dentistry. Safe removal of mercury fillings since 1975, following IAOMT protocol. Offering anti-aging dentistry and biocompatible materials. See ad, page 26.

THE FOURTH WAY & AWAKENING Open Talks About the System Peter Ingle 843-566-4637 The-Heart-Of-Awareness.com

eco cleaning ABOVE & BEYOND CLEANING LLC

A series of informal talks about the knowledge and methods of special schools dedicated to the development of consciousness, as taught by G.I. Gurdjieff and P.D. Ouspensky.

DENTISTRY DELITE DENTAL

Kimberly Henderson • 843-901-4779 AboveAndBeyondCleaningllc.com

Healthy living starts with an ecoclean home or office. Health and wholeness are our top priorities by providing our clients with a “green” clean by using natural and botanical cleaning products.

ENERGY HEALING

Dr. Hayan Lee & Dr. Young Kim 320 Midland Pkwy, Ste A, Summerville 843-486-2022 • DeliteDental.net

HEALING THERAPY EN ESPAÑOL

Stop being a cavity victim. Dental health is more than just brushing and flossing two times a day. See the dental revolution of a compassionate, holistic office. Call and ask for current promotion.

I SMILE MATHIS FERRY DENTISTRY Wendy S. Haefner, DDS 1571 Mathis Ferry Rd, Mt Pleasant 843-884-1215 • MathisFerryDentistry.com

Biological dentistry using IAOMT protocol. Natural products free of BPA and mercury. Mercury-safe filling removal. Now offering ozone therapy! See ad, page 5.

JULIE OBENCHAIN, DDS

924 Tall Pine Rd, Mt Pleasant 843-884-0701 • PleasantSmilesCFD.com BPA and bis-GMA free dental fillings and BPA-free night guards. Mercury free, mercury safe. Accepting new patients and emergency appointments. Please call for consultation. See ad, page 21.

Rocío Delgadillo, MD Terapeuta Arcangelica/Coach de vidas Charleston • 843-367-5618 RocioDelgadilloHealingTherapy.com m.facebook.com/terapiaarcangelica

Experimenta la presencia de los ángeles en tu vida a través de sus mensajes de amor y su luz sanadora. Terapia Arcangelica-Geometría Sagrada-Cristaloterapia. Reprogramación de ADN.

JENNIFER E. MICHAELS

Visionary, Energy Healer & Soul Coach Artist, Author & Speaker Mt Pleasant • 843-514-2848 Jennifer@JEMichaels.com • JEMichaels.com Overcome emotional, mental, physical and spiritual issues with Energy Healing and Soul Coaching. Remove blocks and move forward with grace and ease. Holy-land oils, John of God crystals, angel therapy, past-life regressions, inner-child wellness & more. Raise vibration and feel amazing! Mention ad to receive 10% off first session.

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RESOURCES UNLIMITED

Joyce Stech 125 S Main St, Summerville Summerville • 843-870-4462 ResourcesUnlimited1.com • RoyalGems.org Joyce Stech (maMJAH), founder of Royal Gems Matrix Healing System, Martial Artist (Kyoshi, 7th dan), author, Metaphysician, Spiritual CEO of Taoist-Yogi Christ Lineage International. Private sessions, classes, online programs.

FUNCTIONAL/Integrative MEDICINE CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL & ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE Drs. Lieberman, Weirs, & Herbert 843-572-1600 • coem.com

Preventive and personalized health care with over 75 years of combined medical practice. Board-certified Environmental, Functional and Integrative Medicine. We get to the root cause of your illness. Allergy testing, autoimmune diseases, women’s health. See ads, pages 2 and 44.

HEALTH FOOD STORES EUCALYPTUS WELLNESS & ELIXIR BAR 280 W Coleman Blvd, Ste E Mt Pleasant • 843-388-4956 EucalyptusWellness.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS BEMER DISTRIBUTOR

Gerry Schmidt, PhD 843-588-9286 • HelpCirculation.com Gerry.Lee.Schmidt@gmail.com Reverse aging in just eight minutes, two times a day with BEMER—reduces inflammation, pain, digestive issues, improves sleep and energy/vitality, plus more. Used by NASA and Olympic teams, in 42 countries for 15 years. Try it free.

Change your water, change your life! Thomas P Meletis, Distributor 843-729-7837 • TPM13@aol.com Water is the single most important element that goes in our body. Drinking the right type of water may be the single most important piece in achieving and maintaining optimal health. Visit KangenDemo. com to see a comparison. View all eight machines at TopShelfWater.net. Financing at zero interest.

INTUITIVE GUIDANCE CAROL COTTRELL, INTUITIVE MEDIUM

By appointment only 815 Savannah Hwy, W Ashley 843-324-6460 • Carol@CCottrell.com CCottrell.com

life coach Aloha Healing Arts Life Strategies Coaching & Hypnosis 843-870-7455 • Alekasky.com

Achieve lasting transformation that awakens the whole self. Release blocks, gain clarity, purpose, inspiration and motivation. Individuals—Couples—Families. Professionally credentialed coach with the International Coach Federation.

Your doorway to total health. Serving Summerville for over 40 years. Natural and gluten-free products. Probiotics, organic oils, vitamins and supplements, essential oils and more.

VITAMIN PLUS+

LIVERANI LIFE COACHING

Herbs and Health Foods 119 N Goose Creek Blvd, Ste K Goose Creek • 843-797-3200 Best selection of herbs in South Carolina. Organic teas, spices, supplements, essential oils, wheat-free and gluten-free products. 10am-7pm; Mon-Sat; closed Sunday.

NA Lowcountry Edition

A trained Montessori educator and intuitive life coach, specializing in transitions and soul purpose coaching. Eliminate blocks, work through transitions, and discover your purpose. Courses on the use of essential oils for healing, journaling and vision boards to manifest your dreams.

nutrition YOUR NUTRITION ROOTS LLC Naomi May, MS, RDN, LD 843-608-0849 YourNutritionRoots@gmail.com YourNutritionRoots.com

Personalized nutrition solutions by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist trained in integrative and functional nutrition. Encouraging your body’s natural healing abilities with step-bystep targeted nutritional therapy.

ORGANIC SALON & BOUTIQUE COTTAGE AROMA BELLA DAY SPA

2671 Fort Trenholm Rd, Johns Island 843-266-3619 CottageAromaBella.com Relax and renew your mind, body and soul while enjoying our luxurious services. All treatments are tailored just for you using the finest all-natural products. See ad, page 25.

Connect with passed loved ones to experience healing, love and guidance. Individual or group readings available in-person or via Skype. Mediumship classes also available.

ALEKA THORVALSON, CPC, PCC

1240-C Central Ave, Summerville 843-873-3953 GodsGreenAcreOnline.com

Certified Life Coach 508-942-0402 InspirationAndBliss.com

KANGEN IONIZED WATER

Vitamins and supplements, CBD oil, bulk herbs, Wyndmere and doTerra essential oils, alkaline ionized water, facial and body care. New Elixir Bar! Herbal elixirs, blended drinks and fresh raw juices. Open Mon-Fri, 7am-7pm. Saturdays 8 am-7 pm, Sundays, 11 am-5pm.

GOD’S GREEN ACRE

Jennifer Iamele Savage, MED

Steve Liverani, BBC 440-476-6928 LiveraniLifeCoaching.com

NALowcountry.com

Supportive, collaborative guidance designed to help you unlock your potential. Tapping into your inner strength will provide the clarity and direction you desire for living a meaningful and successful life. See ad, page 7.

J SALON

Jody Lemmon 615 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Ste 101 Mt Pleasant 843-882-5015 • JodyLemmon.com J Salon is passionate about healthy hair and overall wellness of the human body. We strive to give the best customer service and build long lasting relationships with our clients. See ad, page 27.

SALON INDIGO

732 S Shelmore Blvd, Ste 100 Mt Pleasant (Shelmore Village) 843-991-6835 Our experienced team of hairstylists and skin care specialist use 100 percent-certified organic products. We specialize in haircutting, coloring and make-up application. We sell All Nutrient™, Moroccan Oils, Dr. Hauschka™, 100% Pure™, iLike™ and many other boutique items.

CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL & ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE Dr. Bettina Herbert 843-572-1600 • coem.com

Dr. Bettina Herbert, MD, has 25 years of osteopathic experience and is board certified in Physical Medicine. Treatment uses gentle manipulation primarily using cranial osteopathy to relieve pain, improve performance and promote healing. See ads, pages 2 and 44.

reiki BODHI TREE CHARLESTON Maureen Donohue, LMT #3231 792 Folly Rd, James Island 843-327-4761 BodhiTreeCharleston.com

Client-focused, heart-centered, therapeutic reiki and massage. Maureen Donohue is a Usui Reiki Master/Teacher, massage therapist and Medical Reiki Master™. Teaching reiki classes throughout the Southeast, approved by NCBTMB as a CEU provider.

Transformational Coach

soul coach WE EMPOWER CONSCIOUSNESS LLC Dr. Wendy M. Perrell, Certified Soul Coach and Shaman 907-317-2483 • wperrell@wppec.com Meetup: Charleston~Mastering Alignment with Your Soul’s Purpose

Your Soul speaks to me! I channel Archangel Raphael to help you heal fear, guilt, shame, unworthiness, and unlovable energy that holds you back from your Soul’s purpose. We provide spiritual tools and practices that enlighten and empower you to enjoy love, wealth, health, joy and balance. Mention this ad to receive $25 off first session.

GERRY SCHMIDT, PhD

Master Coach Central location • 843-478-4090 GerrySchmidt.com Awaken to who you really are. Get unstuck, empowered, implement your vision. Never let fear decide your fate. Get results. Individuals, families, group sessions. Complimentary intro session. See ad, page 23.

THERMOGRAPHY BREAST THERMOGRAPHY INTL. Shanna Schulze 877-315-7226, ext 447 EarlyDetectionIsKey@gmail.com btiscan.com

OSTEOPATHY

Radiation-free cancer and inflammation screening. Locations in South Florida, West Florida and South Carolina. Injury documentation, determine origination of pain, evaluate nerve pathology and monitor progress of current treatments.

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