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Hello and welcome to our October edition. Our main theme this month is sustainable and safe sanctuaries, supporting health in your home. A house is literally your shelter from storms. When we upgrade or remodel, incorporating elements that promote the health of humans and the planet is the focus of ‘Sustainable Sanctuaries’. Reducing radiation risks inside the home is essential for a healthy indoor environment. Reducing exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF) and radiofrequency radiation (RF) can be accomplished with tips in our green living section. Simple actions like turning off wi-fi at night, and eliminating all cellular devices from your sleeping area will greatly reduce exposure to EMF exposure. Many health conditions and symptoms are linked to high exposure. See the article on pages 16-17 for more information.

As the holiday season draws near, social gatherings are on the rise. Rediscover the joy of dancing to boost health and happiness. Whether salsa, belly dancing, or ballroom dancing, finding our groove eases depression, supports cardiovascular health and overall joint function. Take a step toward better health with the form of dance that brings you joy. See more on pages 20-21.

Regenerative organic agriculture is key to cultivating healthy, living soils. For over 70 years the Rodale Institute has lead the movement to promote a better, natural and more responsible way of modern farming. Regenerative health care draws the link between agriculture and health care. For food to be our medicine we must heal our soil by eliminating chemical-based agriculture in favor of regenerative organic practices. Farm to hospital is a concept explored by St. Luke’s Hospital, in a partnership with Rodale Institute. Much of the produce grown on hospital grounds ends up on patient’s plates, in the cafeteria or in a community-supported agriculture share that hospital employees can take home. This initiative invites doctors and farmers to be part of the cycle of health care: thinking about the health of our soil and the health and nutrient density of what’s on our plates. This fascinating concept is discussed on pages 22-23.

Eat the colors of fall this month, and start with red beets! Our conscious eating section features versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful beets. Beets boast so many health benefits, are rich in folate, manganese and copper, and are good for the heart, brain and bone health. Versatility is one of the beet’s star qualities, as it can be pickled, made into hummus, made into chips and even linguine. See the recipe on page 27, and more on our website, VoFLNatural.com.

There’s plenty to do in our calendar section. Make plans and step into a new activity. From our staff to your home, enjoy this entrée into Florida’s brief autumn season.

To your health,

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Organic Fall Garden Starter Class

Natural Concepts Revisited, in Daytona Beach, invites everyone to their Organic Fall Garden Starter Class on October 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. The class, which will cover the basics of cool season growing in Central Florida, will be led by local organic grower and author Pauline Copello.

“Fall is the best time to garden in Florida,” exclaims Copello. “Enjoy the rewards of learning to grow food. Everyone loves experiencing the amazing flavor of homegrown veggies.”

Class participants will learn about what varieties are suited for Florida conditions; heirlooms versus hybrids; simple seed start ing; transplanting tips; and how to set up an easy-peasy garden log. “All attending will also learn how to create my simple but extremely useful gardener's ‘go-to’ notebook and take home some baby veggie seedlings,” adds Copello.

Cost: $10. Location: 142 W. International Speedway Blvd. To reserve a spot, call 386-341-5068. For more information about Natural Concepts Revisited, visit Facebook.com/NaturalConcepts RevisitedLlc. See ad, page 9. Make-up Fragrances

Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners

A Himalayan fungus that has long been used in Tradi tional Chinese Medicine, Cordyceps sinensis, attracted global attention in 1993 when Chinese athletes broke world records in track and field. To study its effects, Brazilian researchers conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in which they gave 30 amateur marathoners two grams of the fungus each day for 12 weeks. Compared to the placebo group, those in the Cordyceps group had significantly lower heart rates at eight weeks and improved aerobic performance at 12 weeks.

Viewing Art Online Improves Well-Being

Art and music have long been said to soothe the sav age soul, and hundreds of studies have shown that people’s moods and sense of well-being are improved by everything from artwork dis played in mental institutions and offices to regularly visiting art museums.

With the pandemic, many museums began offering extensive online tours and exhibits, and a new study from the University of Vienna suggests that online art can have the same effect as “real life” art.

Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption

Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma, according to a Brown University study of 491,367 U.S. adults published in the journal Cancer Causes and Control

Examining 15 years of data, the researchers found that compared to subjects with a median daily fish in take of .11 ounces, those with a me dian daily intake of 1.5 ounces had a 22 percent higher risk of malignant melanoma and a 28 percent increased risk of melanoma in situ, characterized by abnormal cells in the outer layer of the skin. “We speculate that our findings could possibly be attributed to contaminants in fish, such as polychlori nated biphenyls, dioxins, arsenic and mercury,” says study author Eunyoung Cho, an associate professor of derma tology and epidemiology. Pending further research on the underlying biological mechanisms, the authors did not recommend any changes to fish consumption.

Researchers tested 84 individuals that viewed Monet’s The Water Lily Pond and also photographs of a Japanese bento box that included information on its traditions and food preparation, such as might be found in a history museum. Participants typically spent one to two min utes with each viewing. Follow-up questionnaires found that even a short online experience encouraged positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneli ness. Well-being effects are most pronounced, wrote the authors, when “such content is beautiful, meaningful and inspires positive cognitive-emotional states in the viewer.”

Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture

Dry skin can afflict people at any age, particularly those living in dry climates, and it is commonplace in older people due to the natural loss of oil glands. Japanese researchers have found a possible solution: a probiotic originally ferment ed from a Southeast Asian rice-and-fish dish that boosts skin moisture within weeks. In a double-blind study, they tested 80 middleaged adults with a supplement of heat-killed Lactiplanti bacillus plantarum probiotics for 12 weeks. They found the supplement significantly increased skin water content and reduced transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin.

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Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk

The critical importance of simple life style strategies in cancer prevention has been borne out by two recent en deavors. In a five-year study of 2,157 physically active people over 70 from five European countries, international researchers found that 2,000 Inter national Units a day of vitamin D3 and one gram a day of marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, reduced the risk of invasive cancers by 61 percent. Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, that analyzed the diets and health outcomes of 134,775 people, found that a Western-style diet rich in red and processed meat, sugar, refined grains and carbohydrates was linked with an E. coli strain prominent in colorectal cancer.

Save the Sequoias

The U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect giant sequoias from wildfires; almost 20 percent of the ancient trees have been destroyed by wildfire in the last two years. They will thin the forest in and around sequoia groves by removing brush and smaller trees from 13,000 acres of national forest to protect 12 giant sequoia groves this summer and conduct prescribed burns using the agency’s emergency authority under the National Environmental Policy Act. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore says, “With out urgent action, wildfires could eliminate countless more iconic giant sequoias.”

Giant sequoias can live for more than 3,000 years and are found only on the western slopes of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. The trees are adapted to fire with thick, spongy bark, and the heat releases seeds from their cones, allowing young trees to take root in areas cleared by fire. A policy to put out wildfires as quickly as pos sible has created unnaturally dense forests and allowed brush and dead wood to accumulate. Climate change has led to hotter temperatures, severe drought, a year-round fire season and the proliferation of bark beetles that have killed the drought-weakened trees. Bigger, hotter fires are more likely to reach giant sequoias’ crowns, killing them.

Decontaminating Water with Plant Waste Protein

Scientists have created a membrane using sunflower and peanut oilseed meal that shows potential as a cheap, lowpower, sustainable and scalable method to decontaminate heavy metals from water. As published in the journal Chemical Engineering, a research team led by Professor Ali Miserez, of the Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) School of Materials Science and Engineering and School of Biological Sciences, and visiting Professor Raffaele Mezzenga, from the Department of Health Science and Technology at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, discovered that proteins derived from the byproducts of peanut or sunflower oil production can effectively attract heavy metal ions. They demonstrated that the process of attraction called adsorption is able to purify contaminated water to a degree that meets international drinking standards.

Miserez says, “Water pollution remains a major global issue in many parts of the world. Heavy metals represent a large group of water pollutants that can accumulate in the human body, causing cancer and mutagenic diseases. Current technologies to remove them are energy-inten sive, requiring power to operate, or are highly selective in what they filter. Our protein-based membranes are viable for use throughout the world, and especially in less-developed countries.” They are exploring commercial applications with the water filtration company BluAct.

Monarch Butterfly

Now Officially Endangered

The International Union for Conser vation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species numbers 147,517 species, including 41,459 that are threatened with extinction. The latest update adds the migratory monarch butterfly, a subspecies of the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus). In the past decade, the native population has shrunk by between 22 percent and 72 percent during winter migrations from Mexico and California to summer breeding grounds throughout the U.S. and Canada due to logging and de forestation for agriculture and urban development. Pesticides and herbi cides kill butterflies and milkweed, the host plant that the larvae of the monarch butterfly feed on. Drought related to climate change limits the growth of milkweed and increases the frequency of catastrophic wildfires, and temperature extremes trigger earlier migrations before milkweed is available, while severe weather has killed millions of butterflies.

Possible remedies are planting na tive milkweed, reducing pesticide and protecting the overwintering sites. IUCN Director General Dr. Bruno Oberle says, “To preserve the rich diversity of nature, we need effec tive, fairly governed, protected and conserved areas alongside decisive action to tackle climate change and restore ecosystems. In turn, conserv ing biodiversity supports communities by providing essential services such as food, water and sustainable jobs.”

Dr. Rosa Panos: Helping Others Live Their Best Life Naturally and in Balance

RosaPanos, DACM, Dipl. O.M., MSOM, PT, founder of RP Acu puncture Integrative Wellness and co-founder of Physical Therapy Specialists, in Palm Coast, began her journey as an integrative wellness practitioner through her own health struggles.

A lifelong fitness enthusiast, Dr. Panos shares that she was always physically active and athletic. One year while on a ski vaca tion, she tore her ACL. Her injury healed through surgical intervention and intense physical therapy (PT). “My supervisor encouraged me to go to physical therapy school, and long story short, I was accepted to the program, quit my job and became a physical therapist.”

Dr. Panos’ life and career took another turn when, at 38 years old, she discovered a lump in her breast that was diagnosed as triple negative cancer. “I was treated aggres sively with chemotherapy and radiation,” shares Dr. Panos. As a result, she developed a strong interest in oncology rehabilita tion, earned certification as a lymphedema therapist and started her journey treating cancer patients.

During this time, Dr. Panos, who was serving as director of rehabilitation at East Cooper Regional Medical Center, in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, decided it was time to fulfill her dream and open her own PT clinic. She discovered Flagler Beach and knew it was a good fit for her active, out door lifestyle. Dr. Panos opened Physical

Therapy Specialists in 2005 with colleague Nicole Marcelli, PT, OCS, MTC.

Her own health would take center stage once again when Dr. Panos developed an autoimmune disease. It had been several years since her cancer treatments ended. Dr. Panos realized her body was out of balance and once again turned her focus to her own health. She was told it could not be cured or improved and would only prog ress with time. Dr. Panos hadn’t considered alternative medicine but was willing to try anything to regain her health.

She sought help from a doctor of Ori ental Medicine in Gainesville, where she received acupuncture for the first time. Driving home from the first treatment, Dr. Panos recalls feeling renewed hope for her recovery. “This began a five-year journey of herbal medicine, supplements, acupuncture, diet, and lifestyle modifica tions. Oriental medicine was so powerful; my autoimmune condition was completely resolved, and I felt incredibly healthy and vibrant. I really don’t think I’d be here had I not gone the alternative route.”

Dr. Panos’ dramatic healing experience led her to earn her master’s degree in Oriental Medicine. She opened RP Acu puncture, located next to Physical Therapy Specialists. Every day, she introduces others to Oriental Medicine and witnesses the profound impact it has on her patients.

“There are so many wonderful healing stories after treating for chronic pain,

cancer rehabilitation, kidney disease, and mental health issues,” shares Dr. Panos.

Always one dedicated to acquiring more knowledge to help her patients, Dr. Panos’ academic pursuits continued, and in 2021 she earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with a focus on inte grative pain management. Dr. Panos chose to continue her education with Pacific College in San Diego.

Dr. Panos possesses a unique insight and understanding of holistic healing, com bined with cutting-edge biomedicine. Her coursework covered physiology, pharma cology, nutrition, pathophysiology, Chinese herbs, tui na, traditional Chinese medical theory and techniques, and acupuncture points and meridians.

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As a licensed physical therapist, oncology rehabilitation specialist, and Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Dr. Panos combines her specialized physical therapy knowledge with acupuncture. In addition, she is offers Chinese herbal medicine, acupoint injections, and Zyto Elite scanning to help her patients achieve balance, restore normal function, and enjoy a pain-free, energetic life.

Dr. Panos’ driving force is her passion for helping people live an active, full, and balanced life. She is living proof that one can overcome health challenges, lead an active life, and achieve bal ance between work and play. When she’s not hard at work helping to heal people, she loves to be out in nature camping, fishing, boating, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.

“It makes me happy to see patients be active and regain their life. Whether they are impacted by oncology cancer side effects, chronic pain, covid, stomach issues, or mental health issues, I absolutely love helping all in our community to be as healthy as possible and live their best life,” shares Dr. Panos.

“Your attitude and balance of work and play is critical for health and disease prevention,” she adds. “Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine can treat the root of almost any condition. I look for ward to helping anyone that wants to get well.”

Acupuncture addresses the cause of multiple symptoms and helps to

Dr. Rosa Panos will treat your pain and provide sustainable ways to prevent recurrence.

Physical Therapy Specialists and RP Acupuncture Integrative Wellness are located at 397 Palm Coast Pkwy. SW, Stes. 4 and 5, in Palm Coast. For more information, call 386-283-4655 or visit RPAcupunctureFL.com. See ad, this page. Your Health and Say Goodbye to Pain! Pain Injuries Wellness

SUSTAINABLE SANCTUARIES

SUPPORTING HUMAN AND PLANETARY HEALTH AT HOME

by Sandra Yeyati

Nothing underscored the im portance of a comfortable and versatile sanctuary quite like the pandemic. Stuck at home isolating, many families reconfigured their living arrange ments to accommodate expanding uses for work, schooling, cooking, entertainment and more. Today, that spirit of renewal lingers, prompting steady and robust activ ity in the construction and interior design industries.

A house is literally our shelter from the storm, made more critical as we increas ingly encounter extreme and unprecedent ed weather events due to climate change. When we upgrade, remodel, build or buy new cocoons for our families, the time is ripe to incorporate elements that preserve and promote the health of humans and the planet.

Inspiring Goals

Lindsay Baker, CEO of the International Living Future Institute (ILFI), is part of a

growing community of industry professionals trying to figure out how to design, build and operate structures in more environmentally sustainable, socially impactful and healthy ways. “We ask what would it look like if a building were to give back more to the world than it took,” she explains. “We’re a resource-consumptive industry with a large carbon footprint. Forty percent of global carbon emissions are caused by the energy re quired to construct and operate buildings. We also use lots of materials that pose negative impacts on people’s health—products known to contain carcinogens or cause respira tory problems—and people spend 90 percent of their time indoors, so everything we’ re exposed to indoors has a huge impact on our health.”

The ILFI Living Building Challenge sets bold aspirational goals, and build ings around the world have proven that it is possible to hit these benchmarks. “The energy imperative is that the building produces more energy than it consumes, and that happens by generating renewable energy like solar power onsite and using very little energy,” Baker asserts. “For wa ter, we ask that everyone return the water that goes through the building cleaner than it entered, which means people need to treat water onsite and use a lot less of it. You can do that with composting toilets, as well as grey water systems and rainwater recapture strategies.”

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Photo courtesy of Pulte Homes at Babcock Ranch

Baker is proud of ILFI’s ambitious goals. “If you decide to do a renovation to save 5 or 10 percent of your water or energy consumption, it will feel good to get there, but what we’ve found is that when you set a really exciting target for yourself, the whole process is more fun and you get further with similar amounts of effort and money, because you’re thinking about systems differently, questioning assumptions about what a home might be capable of doing and employing a different level of creativity. At the end of the day, it can lead to a much more beautiful, more efficient building.”

modifications are low-flow shower heads, toilets and faucets, which cost the same as traditional-flow fixtures, as well as a visit from the plumber to fix any leaks. Minimizing or eliminating turf grass and planting drought-tolerant, native vegeta tion outside will also significantly cut water use, Languell suggests.

“Grey water and rainwater collection systems are gaining momentum, and these systems for home use have come leaps and bounds from where they were 10 years ago,” she says. “They can take water from your laundry or shower, treat it, and use it to flush toilets, for example—a huge benefit for the West Coast and a huge water sav ings, because you’re using your water twice before you dispose of it.”

Eco-Responsible Materials

Energy Conservation

Energy conservation is job number one for Jennifer Languell, founder and president of Trifecta Construction Solutions, in Babcock Ranch, Florida. “An inexpensive but impact ful upgrade is adding insulation. If you’re in an existing house, add insulation on top of what you already have. If you’re new construction, beef it up. You also want to address unwanted points of air infiltration using gaskets, weather stripping and caulking around exterior doors and windows. Over time, these items can shrink or get damaged, and may need to be replaced to seal the house and minimize air drafts,” she says. “You want to im prove efficiency first, which costs much less than transitioning to renewable energy. And when you do transition, you only have to buy smaller quantities of photovoltaic panels to offset your power generation.”

According to Languell, windows are climate-specific and can be modified by adding or subtracting panes, coatings and treatments.

“In Montana, I want the heat from the sun coming into my house, but in Florida, I don’t,” she says. “Natural light is great, but there’s a balance between your glass-to-wall ratio. In Florida, you would never have a skylight, but up north you’d consider it. And at this point, everyone should be tran sitioning to LED lighting, which will save money and energy.”

Water Preservation

As waterways dry up and areas around the world become more drought-prone, water conservation becomes an increas ingly important imperative. The simplest

With regard to building materials and products, the annual ILFI Red List calls out chemicals with negative human health impacts that shouldn’t be used in buildings, such as bisphenol A, chlorofluorocarbons, formaldehyde, flame retardants, phthalates, toxic heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOC). Its Declare label is like a nutrition sticker that details what is in a building product, whether it is free of Red List chemicals and what its carbon footprint is.

“Consumers should demand transpar ency; they should know what is in the products put in their homes,” Baker says. “One of the rules of thumb I like to apply is to ask, ‘How far is this material removed

from nature?’ Wood is one of the better materials from an ecological and health standpoint. Fake wood flooring that is meant to look like wood but in fact isn’t— not so much. A lot of what we’re support ing is about getting back to the basics, removing chemicals and using brick, wood and clay.”

According to Languell, the more durable and local a material is, the better for the environment. “I’d never say no to a metal or concrete roof that lasts 50 years versus shingles with a 15-year cycle. Although bamboo is rapidly renewable, most of it comes from China, so the greenhouse gases associated with the transportation makes it less environmentally friendly. Local materials are ideal. The closer the better. Get granite from Georgia, instead of Italy.”

When it comes to human health, home décor and cleaning products are equally as important as the construction materials, Languell advises. “Many times we’ll build a healthy and efficient home and then people put all sorts of fabrics and chemi cals in there that are off-gassing because they’re not thinking about the health of the indoor environment.”

Sustainable and Healthy Furnishings

“There’s good, better and best quality furni ture,” says Robin Wilson, a New York City eco-designer and founder of Robin Wilson Home. “Good might use inexpensive

wood or heavy-duty cardboards that look great, but if you sit on the arm of the sofa, it caves in. Better might have a less expensive wood, but it’s solid frame construction. The best is a very good wood and solid frame construction made for heirloom quality. There are costs associated with each level, and I recommend spending the most budget you have on a quality product, because that sofa, if it’s made well and it’s styled in a classic design, can be recovered over and over again; therefore, you’re being eco-friendly to the world because it’s not going into a landfill.”

Her favorite materials for furnishings are sustainably forested or reclaimed wood, long-lasting metals like steel and aluminum, fast-growing bamboo and recycled or re claimed plastics. She’s also a proponent of vintage pieces. “With all furniture, if it can be salvaged, salvage it. Healthwise, make sure the materials are hyper-washed to protect you from allergens. Old glazes or paints might have lead in them, so take vintage furniture to a professional that uses the right safety equipment or go to YouTube University and make sure that you protect yourself with gear to rework the piece in a garage or outdoor space. Always choose nontoxic paints and stains with low to no VOCs.”

Biophilic Design

Baker is particularly excited about interior design innovations that reconnect us to nature, known as biophilic design. “Natural light is im portant, but also, lighting manufacturers are figuring out how to produce lighting that feels like you’re sitting out side in a forest while a cloud passes by or under a tree with dappled light. Mohawk and Interface offer lowcarbon, healthy carpets that mimic natural forms like a rocky beach,” she says. “Fractals are often mentioned in biophilic design because they’re fascinating geometric compositions in nature like fly wings and bark that have an inherent intel ligence to them, and we’ve come to understand that these natural elements are not just interest ing, they also have measurable positive impact on our psyche and mental health.”

Durability

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“I rate durability over everything else. If you build it once and it doesn’t get destroyed by a

natural disaster, you’re going to generate less waste and use fewer resources,” Languell says. “Durability might mean fireproofing in California, windproofing in Florida and floodproofing in Louisi ana. It also means futureproofing your home, especially if you’re building new. Anticipate technologies that are coming. Even if you can’t afford photovoltaic panels now, for a couple of bucks, you can run electric conduit from your panel up to your roof so if ever you decide to buy them, it’s not a major overhaul of your house. Dual-pipe your house and have the pipes ready to tie in rainwater or grey water, even if it’s not financially viable right now. Wire your house for a 220-volt plug in your garage so everyone that has an electric vehicle can charge it overnight.”

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

THIRD-PARTY CERTIFIERS AND WEBSITES

n LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRON MENTAL DESIGN (LEED) (usgbc.org) is the most widely used green building rating system in the world.

n SUSTAINABLE FURNISHINGS COUNCIL (SustainableFurnishings.org) champions wood from sustainable forests and elimination of toxins in furniture; links to eco-responsible vendors.

n ENERGY STAR (EnergyStar.gov) certifies products and offers guidance for efficient home solutions by U.S. regions and climates.

n THE ASTHMA AND ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA (AsthmaAndAllergyFriendly.com) certifies asthma- and allergy-friendly options for insulation, air filters, flooring and paint.

n HOMEFREE (HomeFree.HealthyBuilding.net) showcases less toxic options for flooring, paint, drywall, countertops, cabinetry, doors, insulation, sealants and more.

n WATERSENSE (epa.gov/watersense) offers guid ance by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for water conservation and water-saving products.

n UNDERWRITERS LABORATORY (ul.com) certi fies safe and environmentally sound solutions in renewable energy, building materials, consumer electronics and home goods.

n INTERNATIONAL LIVING FUTURE INSTITUTE (Living-Future.org) accredits industry pros and certifies buildings that positively impact human and natural health.

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Reducing Radiation Risks

WAYS TO LESSEN ELECTROMAGNETIC EXPOSURE

by Carrie Jackson

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We are tied to our devices, con tinually connected via phones, tablets and computers, but this convenience comes at a cost. Many people are surprised to learn that our devices are constantly emitting electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiofrequency radiation (RF).

According to the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, there is strong evidence of a correlation between these exposures and neurological, cardiac and pulmonary disease, as well as reproductive disorders, immune dysfunction, cancer and other health conditions.

Constant Exposure

Our exposure to EMFs has dramatically in creased over the past few years, especially in homes containing cordless phones, wireless routers and smart meters. Every electrical device emits an EMF, whether or not it’s turned on. This constant radiation can cause damage to cells, and even comes from ap pliances such as refrigerators, microwaves, washing machines and baby monitors. The closer a device is to a person, the more potent the charge. “EMFs cause VGCC’s [voltage-gated calcium channels] to swing open and allow excess calcium into the cell. This causes elevated oxidative stress, inflammation and ultimately, if not coun teracted, disease,” says Mieke Jacobs, an EMF consultant and founder of Healthy House Chicago

Jacobs, who does private house in spections in the Midwest, says that the rise of smart appliances and lighting in recent years has increased certain types of EMFs. “Dirty electricity consists of highfrequency voltage transients riding along the 60-Hertz electricity provided by the utility company. Many people are surprised to learn how prevalent it is in seemingly safer sources such as solar panels, compact fluorescent lights, dimmer switches and energy-efficient appliances,” she says.

Concerning Effects

As a certified electromagnetic radiation specialist and founder of EMF Healthy, in Sedona, Arizona, Liz Menkes focuses on the radio frequency EMFs found in wireless devices and systems, alternating

current (AC) electric and magnetic sources in wiring and appliances, and dirty electric ity, all commonly found in homes. “EMFs have been linked to many symptoms and health conditions, and there is evidence of cancer risk from all four types,” she says. “AC magnetic fields were classified as a possible human carcinogen in 2001 due to evidence of increased risk for childhood leukemia. Radio frequency was classified as a possible human carcinogen in 2011 due to evidence of increased risk for brain tumors. Plus, there are links to many other health conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.”

Symptoms from EMF exposure can manifest in many ways. “Early warning signs include difficulty sleeping, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, headaches, irritability and anxiety. It is estimated about 30 percent of the population is moderately sensitive to EMFs, but have not connected the dots, since these are common symptoms that can be caused by many things. Other common symptoms can include tinnitus, skin rashes, dizziness, sharp stabbing pains, leg cramps, high blood pressure, nausea and hyperactivity, especially in children,” says Menkes. Less common symptoms include heart arrhythmias, unexplained nightmares and nosebleeds, as well as ADHD and food allergies in kids, adds Jacobs.

Reduce Exposure at Home

Tangible steps can be taken to lessen the risk. “The number one mistake people make is sleeping with their cell phones near the head of the bed. Leave it turned off in another room and get a battery-operated alarm clock,” says Menkes. “Turn off Wi-Fi at night, since EMF radiation affects melatonin production. If possible, hardwire your laptops, tablets, cell phones and other devices to eliminate Wi-Fi completely in the house. If you must use a cell phone, keep it in airplane mode as much as possible and don’t store it in a pocket or otherwise close to the body.”

More in-depth interventions include electrical rewiring, as well as radio-frequency shielding that blocks EMFs with copper or another absorbent material. “Replacing dimmer

switches helps, but not all electricians are aware of EMFs and have different priorities when upgrading a home,” says Jacobs.

The federal government has no restric tions on overall EMF exposure. “The wire less industry and the government agencies that are supposed to regulate this industry want you to believe that the science is settled and wireless exposures are safe. Unfortunately, this message is not reality. EMF damage can manifest in myriad ways that include many conditions and that are occurring in ever-increasing amounts,” says Lloyd Burrell, author of EMF Practical Guide and France-based founder of ElectricalSense.com.

The Building Biology Institute offers classes and resources to help create environ ments free of EMF hazards. “Any measure to reduce your exposure is worth taking, and will contribute to a healthier and more peaceful home environment,” says Menkes.

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect at Carrie JacksonWrites.com.

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How to Know if Our Hair Is Healthy

According to Elizabeth Jones, owner of Nature in Beauty Boutique Salon and Spa, in New Smyrna Beach, our hair knows when it’s not feeling healthy, and it also knows how to communicate this to us. We can nurture our hair with ingredients from nature. The key to bringing our hair back to optimal health lies within pure actives that harness powerful performance.

Jones says that common signs our strands are asking for a little TLC include: excessive shedding or breaking easily; feeling and looking weighed down or greasy; and frizz that can’t be controlled or having to constantly tug at tangles.

She also provides insight into the causes and offers solutions: The cause of excessive shedding and hair that breaks easily could be too much heat from curl ing irons or flat irons. The solution is to try using thermal protectants and avoid brushing too much. The cause of having hair that feels and looks weighed down or greasy could be product buildup that needs to be removed from the scalp and strands. The solution is a detox treat ment. And the cause of frizz that can’t be controlled or having to constantly tug at tangles could be products that dry or damage hair. The solution is to look for hair care products that contain safe, nur turing ingredients.

One of Jones’ favorite hair care lines is Innersense Organic Beauty. She says that “Innersense products are created with

natural ingredients that can optimize hair health and feel amazing to use.” She points out that “products should be as sensorial as they are efficacious.”

Jones mentions that it’s important to look for shampoos without sulfates and instead opt for good-for-you coconut-de rived surfactants, as they do a wonderful job of cleansing the hair without taking away natural oils or over drying the scalp.

What does Jones have to say about conditioners? “Healthy conditioners might contain coconut and avocado oils and shea butter. You’ll discover that more moisturized hair leads to increased elasticity, reduced breakage and sloweddown shedding.”

Jones recommends a detox hair treatment to give one’s hair and scalp a reset while gently removing product buildup through cleansing and detoxifying ingredients, such as kaolin clay, charcoal and white vinegar.

“Great hair health is in your hands, especially when you know what to look for. Listen to what your hair is trying to tell you,” concludes Jones.

Nature in Beauty Boutique Salon and Spa is located at 314 Canal St., in New Smyrna Beach. For more information, call 386-5766730 or visit NatureInBeautyOrganics.com. See ad, page 5.

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The Joy of Movement

DANCING BOOSTS OUR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS

by Marlaina Donato

Whether it’s salsa, hip-hop, belly dance or ballet, finding our groove has proven to ease depression, support the cardiovas cular system and improve overall joint function. By all accounts, dancing gives us a step toward better health, but equally as noteworthy is its potential to bring more fun into our lives. Contrary to popular opinion, dancing is not just for kids, and special ability is not necessary. “You are never too old, and there is no such thing as two left feet, but we can also argue: When you have great instruc tors teaching you, you can learn anything as a beginner,” says Monique Maldonado, marketing director of the Latin Rhythms Acad emy of Dance and Performance, in Chicago.

Brainy Benefits

Stepping into a dance studio can help us enrich our lives while sharpening cogni tive function. After participating in an eight-month dance program during which they memorized intricate steps of the merengue, salsa and samba, Span ish-speaking, middle-aged and older adults had significant improvement in working memory scores, reported University of Illinois Chicago researchers in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. “Just like working out and puzzles, dancing works out brain paths and keeps them active and healthy,” says Maldonado.

Tango lovers will be pleased to know that the passionate dance style has

been shown in a 2017 study published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine to low er anxiety and stress levels more effectively than mindfulness meditation.

Individual Moves

Mike Hallworth teaches cruise ship passengers, mostly in their 60s and 70s, how to navigate the dance floor.

“We teach all the main dance genres, including ballroom and Latin Ameri can, salsa and mambo, along with modern jive,” says the South port, England-based, lifelong dancer who teaches with his wife, Jan. “For those not as agile as they would like to be, I would suggest starting with ballroom, social foxtrot and waltz, then progress to Latin American, chacha and rumba.”

At age 75, he partially attributes his basal metabolic rate of 60—common in men 15 years his junior—to his love of dancing, which “can burn up to 385 calories per hour with salsa or 400 calories per hour with swing,” he notes.

Joan Price, a contempo rary line dance instructor in Sebastopol, California, also attests to the longevitypromoting perks of moving joyfully. “At 78, line danc ing keeps me physically fit, mentally alert and happy to be alive. The older we get, the more we

need social activity, physical movement and mental stimulation. You get all three at once with line dancing.”

The form has long outgrown its coun try-western music roots and now offers something for everyone, including Latin, swing, contemporary pop and Broadway. “Since you dance on your own in a row, line dancing is ideal for singles and for partners of non-dancers. It’s also won derful for people who want a social activ ity that doesn’t involve dating or partner ing,” says Price. She says that there are thousands of different line dances, rang ing from super-simple to extraordinarily complex. “As a beginner, be sure and choose a class that is beginning level,” she says. “Beginning level teaches basic steps, patterns and terminology—and the joy of dance!”

For those looking for a little more heat, Latin dance can accommodate any fitness level. “If you are looking for a fun, new

hobby, any style is a fit, but if you are more interested in advancing your salsa skill level, trying mambo and cha-cha can be a nice challenge,” says Maldonado. “Sensual bachata is for those who want a little more spice and advanced body movement.”

Hallworth often sees people approach ing dance with uncertainty and apprehen sion, and he encourages an open mind: “Dancing isn’t for everyone, but if you give it a chance, you will be well rewarded. Most people learning to dance are a friendly bunch and will help newcomers.”

For Maldonado, it is also about shared experience, which she feels is one of the most beautiful aspects of Latin dance: “It’s a great, diverse group of people who can change your outlook on life. Being a part of any dance community can truly be life-changing.”

Marlaina Donato is an author, composer and painter. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

“Being a part of any dance community can truly be life-changing.”

~Monique Maldonado

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Advancing Regenerative Organic Agriculture to Health Care

by Kirby Baldwin

During the last century, the rise of chemical-based agriculture has severely changed the way food is produced, and we have failed to recognize its unintended consequences. Research has revealed that if we continue on this path, our soil will give out and we will be unable to feed our children and grandchildren within the next 60 years. Thankfully, there is still time and positive transformation is possible through regenerative organic agri culture, which has its roots in Indigenous, traditional, ecological knowledge.

For more than 70 years, the Rodale Institute has been on the leading edge of the movement to promote a better, natural and more responsible way of modern farming by conducting research into the cultivation of healthy, living soils. Today, Nadine Clopton is advancing its related efforts through regenerative health care.

Clopton has been an NGO youth repre sentative to the United Nations for more than six years, was the first young person to serve as a director on the board, and is now serving as an elected vice president of

the Global NGO Executive Committee. In her role as program manager with Rodale Institute, Clopton combines her loves of health, advocacy and the ecosystem. Learn ing about food as medicine was transforma tive in her own health journey with chronic illnesses, and she hopes that others are also able to experience the transformative sense of well-being and connection that comes through such a lifestyle practice.

What does the regenerative health care movement mean for both human health and agriculture?

Regenerative health care carries potent “medicine” for a lot of the things that are ailing us in this country: the epidemic of chronic illnesses, the climate crisis, global food insecurity and ecological health. We believe that healing our soil is a prereq uisite for healing ourselves. Regenerative health care draws the link between agricul ture and health care because we need those two systems to talk with one another, and the answers are right beneath our feet.

How do we better connect our farming, food and healthcare systems?

The best thing we can do is take those three things out of a silo and look at them as part of a complex, interconnected web. In Rodale Institute’s “farm to hospital” model with St. Luke’s Hospital, we have a working farm at the hospital and much of the pro duce grown there ends up on the patient’s plates, in the cafeteria or in a CSA [com munity-supported agriculture] share that the hospital employees can take home. At Rodale Institute, we’re hoping to build that bridge between agriculture and health care, and invite doctors and farmers to be part of the cycle of health care: thinking about the health of our soil and the health and the nutrient density of what’s on our plates.

What is next in your plans for the future of regenerative health care?

The heart and soul of what I’m working on right now centers around connecting

health care and agriculture with Rodale In stitute’s first-ever Regenerative Healthcare Conference. We’re inviting doctors, nurses, RDs [registered dietician], nutritionists and others with interests in health and well-being to the farm for four days to get their hands in the soil and learn about how soil health is directly correlated to human health and how food is medicine.

We’re working closely with Dr. Scott Stoll’s team at The Plantrician Project and bringing together some incredible lumi naries like Dr. Uma Naidoo, Dr. Maya Shetreat, Dr. Rupa Marya, Dr. Michelle Perro, Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and others. To our knowledge, this is the first-ever medical conference to be taking place on a living, breathing, working farm. We’re passionate about the idea of getting doctors out of their practices and letting them get their hands in the soil. There’s no better way to learn about the real fundamental difference between conventional and regenerative organic agriculture than by picking up a scoop of soil in our conventional model and picking up a scoop of soil in our regenerative organic model.

Healing our planet begins with healing ourselves and how we relate to the planet and to one another, so through these tangible, in-person experiences, we can get even closer to that ultimate goal of a healed system.

What are some tips for consumers and practitioners to help this movement?

Get to know a farmer! Go get your hands in the soil, talk to your local farmers and start to rebuild that web of connection and relationship. Look around you and see how the Earth responds when we’re operating in a way that’s regenerative and allows natural systems to thrive. And for practitioners, get curious! Start breaking out of the siloed worldview of health and medicine and learn about the potent medicines that are all around us in our food and our soil.

Kirby Baldwin writes for KnoWEwell, the Regenerative Whole Health Hub and col laborative partner of Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp.

inspiration Inviting in the Wild

by Marlaina Donato

Amidst the whirlwind of our daily busyness, Mother Nature goes about her own affairs, conjuring everyday miracles from the humble trinity of tangled roots, dark soil and sunlight. On our way to our next task, we might catch snippets of afternoon gold blur past in a window, but we may long for more time to accept October’s invitation of long shadows.

Having an indoor haven touched with nature’s balm takes the edge off the work-athome days, the can’t-catch-a-breath days and the won’t-stop-raining days. Bringing a bit of the outside in helps us to remember the big picture. The 12th-century mystic and healer Hildegard of Bingen called the energy of the Earth veriditas, or greenness, and it is easy to tap into this life force by aligning our senses with the rhythms of nature.

Beauty is an often forgotten necessity, but can gently lead us back on track when we place a vase of fresh flowers, pine branches or wild rose hips on a windowsill. Designating one wall in the house for a photographic tapestry of spring cherry trees, mountain snow, a turquoise beach or majestic oaks can lower blood pressure just as effectively as actually being there. Keeping a “scent jar” on the desk filled with dried garden basil, bee balm or sweet grass clippings from the lawn can give us a breath of summer all year long. Placing a piece of found driftwood, preserved birch or a bowl of handmade potpourri on a coffee table can make afternoon breaks more mindful. A simple table fountain can bless any space with the harmony of its waters. Creating a “changing season” shelf and celebrating the hour invites the whole family to contribute to inspired whimsy.

Even if we simply place found branches in a basket with amber holiday lights in a cozy corner, living more closely with nature can help us maintain core serenity. The dance of each season is brief, but tuning into their wealth can make our own dance a bit more magical.

Marlaina Donato is an author, composer and painter. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

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Conservative Dentistry

WHY LESS IS MORE IN TOOTH REPAIR

by Linda Sechrist

Whether

dentistry is described as being conservative, biological or biomimetic, the description that pre cedes such health care is extremely important. That 10- or 12-letter term signifies a specific type of dentistry that’s the best option for both our teeth and the rest of our bodies, as Ann Lee found out when the pieces to her dental puzzle fell together in just the right order.

Lee, a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist who owns the Health for Life Clinic, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, had been experiencing problems with her sinuses for years. She had been alerted to a potential problem with one of her teeth via a preventive tool known as medical infrared thermograph screen ing. But it wasn’t until after she read an interview with dentist Blanche Grube in a naturopathic magazine about conservative dentistry that she made the connection. She bought Grube’s book, Chew on This But Don’t Swallow: A Must-Read Before Your Next Dental Visit, and read it from cover to cover. Grube drew upon 46 years of clinical observation, continuing education conferences and thousands of hours of study to analyze how the whole body functions and what part teeth play in overall health.

Says Lee, “I had a capped tooth with metal underneath. Once I got it removed, all the things connected to it resolved. My sinus issues, post-nasal drippage, coughing, and even my trigeminal neuralgia that I had for 10 years resolved.” Trigeminal neuralgia affects the nerves running from the face to the brain, causing elec trical shock sensations to the jaw and face that can be triggered by stress or certain movements.

Today, when Lee suspects a correlation between the physical problems a patient has with the amount of metal in their mouth such as fillings, crowns and permanent retainers, she relates their physical problems to metal oxidation and inflammation that can manifest in numerous ways, and suggests that the patient read Gru be’s book and consider any of the non-metal options now available.

Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, owner of Wrigleyville Dental, in Chicago, interprets biological dentistry as dealing with the whole person. “Both biological and conservative dentistry deal with biocompatible materials, making sure that each is right for the individual. Determining the compatibility of dental materials is important for those who have existing allergies, because their immune systems have already been compromised, and having to

CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY

A dentistry branch whose goal is to conserve the teeth in the mouth, using operative practices, as well as endodontics. It also involves various types of direct and indirect restorations of the individual teeth.

deal with new allergies to dental materials may only worsen their condition,” she says. Conservative dentistry involves remov ing a minimum of healthy tooth structure during the restorative process. By conserv ing natural enamel and dentin, many of the complications caused by excessive tooth shaving and drilling are avoided. “Students who went to dental school 15 years ago weren’t taught biological, biomimetic or conservative dentistry, and they didn’t have the superior materials that we have today,”

BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY

Dental practices that utilize mercuryfree and mercury-safe dentistry, the impact of dental conditions, devices and treatments on oral and systemic health, including the biocompatibility of dental materials and techniques.

says Teplitsky. “Unless they took continu ing education units that taught these things, they didn’t learn that traditional approaches require unnecessary removal of tooth structure and fail to replicate the properties of natural teeth, leading to major complications including root canals, fractures and extractions. They also didn’t learn that what is going in the mouth with the teeth and gums relates to the overall condition of a person’s health.”

According to studies reported in

BIOMIMETIC DENTISTRY

A type of tooth-conserving dentistry, treats weak, fractured and decayed teeth in a way that keeps them strong and seals them from bacterial invasion; eliminates cutting teeth down for crowns and destructive root canal treatment.

Science Direct, which offers the latest peer-reviewed research papers, teeth naturally have the optimal properties and structure to withstand the many challeng es of the oral environment. Conservative dentistry, with its innovative materials, efficiently preserves this natural tooth structure, particularly when combined with early detection.

Linda Sechrist is Natural Awakenings’ senior staff writer.

Fall Beets

VERSATILE LEAF-TO-ROOT EATS

by April Thompson

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavor ful, beets are quite the package deal. This easy-togrow, multi-season vegetable is packed with nutrition and plays well with other ingre dients. Beets can be enjoyed raw, roasted, boiled or pickled. They can be blended into quick dips, thin-sliced for healthy chips or incorporated into desserts for a mild, sweet flavor and bold color.

“Beets have been a staple ingredient on our vegetarian menus for generations. They are an easy way to add natural sweetness and gorgeous color to so many dishes, both savory and sweet,” says Danica Wilcox, owner of the Moosewood Restaurant, in Ithaca, New York, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. The quintessential vegetarian eatery’s go-to beet dishes include hummus, burgers and borscht.

“Beets boast so many health benefits. Being rich in folate, manganese and copper, they are good for heart, brain and bone health. They are also a good source of fiber, which will feed the good bacteria in your gut, leading to improved gut health,” says Candace Bell, a Phoenixbased holistic nutritionist and food blogger at The Wheatless Kitchen. “Beets have a unique earthy flavor that goes perfectly with bright citrus. Roasting them brings out their sweet and savory flavors, and they pair well with arugula, crunchy walnuts and tangy goat cheese in a salad.”

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Lisa Keys, of Kennett Square, Penn sylvania, author of the food blog Good Grief Cook, grows beets and uses them in a number of ways. “Beets get their color from natural plant pigments called beta lains, which contain antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties that help control illnesses like diabetes and heart disease,” she says. Her blog offers a recipe for a hearty, roasted beet sandwich, which pairs the root veggie with feta and a smashed avocado, dill, lime and yogurt spread.

Versatility is one of the beet’s star quali ties. The root vegetable can be quickpickled with other garden vegetables, pureed into soup, roasted for a side dish, shredded raw into salads, juiced into a smoothie or even concentrated into a powder—a favorite of registered dieti tian nutritionist Mascha Davis, in Los Angeles. “Beet powder can be added to so many recipes for a fast and easy super food boost,” she says. Her go-to applica tions for beet powder include a beet and

BEET, GREENS AND GOAT CHEESE LINGUINE

2 medium, fresh organic or local beets with leaves ¼ cup unsweetened jasmine green tea (or water), hot or cold 1½ Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Juice and zest of ½ lemon (1½ Tbsp juice)

2 large garlic cloves ¾ tsp sea salt 10 oz dry, whole-grain linguine 2 oz soft, artisanal goat cheese or soft cashew cheese, crumbled ¼ cup fresh, small basil leaves

rose latte, a beet-colored “pink yogurt” topped with berries and cacao nibs, and overnight oats swirled with beet powder.

If the benefits of the beetroot didn’t already run deep enough, its stems and leaves are not only edible, but also packed with vitamins A, B and K, as well as copper, manganese, iron and calcium. The greens make a great side dish to accompany a beetroot main dish or can be incorporated into a beet soup, salad, sandwich or smoothie for a zero-waste meal turbocharged with nutrients.

Like spinach, chard and other veg etables in the goosefoot family (Chenopo diaceae), beets are rich in oxalates which can contribute to kidney stones. For most healthy people, though, oxalates aren’t harmful, if enjoyed in moderation.

Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

Preheat the oven (or toaster oven) to 350° F. Wash, dry and remove the leaves from the beets; thinly slice the leaves and chill until ready to use. Wrap the beets in recycled aluminum foil and roast in the oven until cooked through and tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, scrape off the beet skin using the dull side of a paring knife, then chop the beets.

In a blender, add the chopped beets, tea, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic and salt. Blend until velvety smooth, at least 2 minutes. Set aside. (Tip: Be careful. This purée will stain anything that it may be splattered onto.)

Bring a large saucepan of water to boil over high heat. Add salt to the water, if desired. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions. (Alternatively, try my lidcooking technique to save energy: After stirring the linguine into the boiling water, cover with a lid and turn off or remove from heat. Let cook without heat per the same timing suggested on the pasta package.)

While the pasta is cooking, pour the beet purée into a large sauté pan and bring just to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the beet greens and cook while stir ring until the greens are wilted, about 5 minutes.

Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the cooking liquid. Add the pasta to the beet sauce and gently toss with tongs to combine. Add desired amount of reserved cooking liquid (if any) and gently toss to combine.

Transfer to a large serving bowl and sprinkle with the goat cheese and basil. Sprinkle with additional lemon zest, if desired, and serve.

Recipe by The Chef’s Garden.

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are quite the package deal.

A Happy Halloween for Pets

NINE WAYS TO KEEP A DOG OR CAT SAFE

by Karen Shaw Becker

Halloween is celebrated on Octo ber 31, and as always on this fun holiday for humans, it’s impor tant to take precautions to ensure furry family members wake up healthy, happy and safe on November 1. Here are some potential hazards to avoid.

CHOCOLATE:

All chocolate is toxic to both cats and dogs, and

the darker it is, the more toxic. It con tains a caffeine-like stimulant that when ingested by a pet, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, racing pulse and seizures. Make sure all family members and guests, including children, understand the importance of keeping chocolate away from the dog or cat.

SUGAR-FREE GOODIES CONTAINING XYLITOL: This is a popular sugar sub stitute added to an increasing number of consumer products, including sugar-free candy, gum, mints and baked goods. A small amount of xylitol can cause a rapid and dangerous blood sugar drop in dogs, as well as acute liver failure. Xylitol’s effect on cats is unknown, but keep it far away from the kitties, as well.

RAISINS AND TRAIL MIX: Instead of candy, some well-meaning people hand out tiny boxes of raisins or small bags of trail mix containing raisins and/or chocolate candy such as M&Ms. Unfor tunately, raisins are toxic to dogs and cats,

and can cause kidney failure even in very small amounts. Chocolate-covered raisins pose a double-barrelled risk.

CANDY WRAPPERS: Halloween candy isn’t the only health threat for dogs and cats. Empty candy wrappers smell like what was in them, enticing a pet. The ingestion of foil and cellophane wrap pers can cause a life-threatening bowel obstruction. It’s very important to stress to children, in particular, the need to keep all candy wrappers out of the reach of pets.

CANDLES AND GLOW STICKS: Candles, including the small ones inside Jack-o’-lanterns, are fire hazards. Make sure they are well beyond a pet’s reach, so that a kitty doesn’t wander across a table or shelf decorated with lit candles or a dog doesn’t get too frisky with a carved pump kin with a candle inside. Glow sticks and jewelry have become very popular, and pets (especially cats) have been known to chew on them. The substance that creates the glow is phenol, which can leak out and burn a pet’s fur and tongue. Choking on small pieces is another hazard.

SCARY HUMAN COSTUMES: Some pets can become very fearful or aggressive at the sight of certain Halloween costumes,

including those that may resemble a dog or cat. In such instances, take precautions to keep both a pet and trick-or-treaters safe.

ELABORATE PET Even if a pet isn’t costume-averse (many dogs and most cats are), make sure whatever is put on her is lightweight to avoid overheating, doesn’t confine or restrain their movement in any way and is free of any adornments they might be tempted to chew off and swallow. If they are frightened or annoyed by the puppy princess gown or the Grumpy Cat mask, be a pal and don’t force the issue. Let them enjoy the holiday, too.

TRICK-OR-TREATERS AND OTHER VISITORS: If lots of costumed kids or adults show up at the house on Halloween, be aware that a constantly ringing doorbell, knocks and strangers at the door and a general mood of excitement can create an overstimulating en vironment for a pet. Some pets be come anxious, fearful and aggres sive when their normally quiet, predictable evening is anything but. If a pet tends to find commotion at the front door or visitors stressful, it’s best to secure them in a quiet, safe spot before the action starts.

OPEN DOORS: Animal shelters and rescue organizations typically experience an increase in lost pets in the days following Halloween. Opening and closing the front door for trick-or-treaters, coupled with the event’s high level of excitement, can create an opportunity for a frightened or adven turous pet to run off. Make sure a pet’s ID tag and/or microchip database informa tion, if applicable, are up to date and take precautions to prevent them from slipping out the door and into the night. Common sense and a little preparation will ensure a four-legged family member is none the worse for wear the next morning.

Veterinarian Karen Shaw Becker has spent her career empowering animal guardians to make knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and improve well-being of their animals.

There are two mistakes one can make along the road to truth … not going all the way and not starting.

~Buddha

Nature’s Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast. Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

“It worked!” he exclaimed.

“The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

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After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

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The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1

Sip & troll on Canal Street Historic District –1-6pm. Sample craft beers and unique wines as you stroll through the Canal Street Historic District. Self-guided map is provided. $25 tickets can be purchased during the event at Crimson House, 219 N. Orange St. Riverpark Terrace, 302 S. Riverside Drive, or at the Info Booth. Cash only.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4

Rainbow Tuesday – All Day. Save 20% on regular priced items at Debbie’s Health Foods. Orange City and Port Orange locations.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7

The Timucua of Volusia – 2pm. Special presenta tion by the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse at the Ormond Beach Regional Library. Free. Held in the library auditorium.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

Reel in the Fun – 8am. Free kids’ fishing tourna ment. Bailey Riverbridge Gardens, 1 North Beach St. Ormond Beach. Deadline to register Oct. 5. Gametastic at the Library – 2-3:00pm. Interac tive gaming program designed to maximize play as a means of developing critical thinking and social skills.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9

Pink on Parade– 7:45-11am. 1-mile pet-friendly walk sponsored by Flagler Humane Society. Pro ceeds assist qualified individuals with early detec tion screenings and cancer diagnostic testing.

Movies in the Park – 7:15 – 8:30 pm. Join Parks and Recreation at Central Park for Movies in the Park.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

Introduction to the Access Consciousness BarsBio-Energetic Bodywork – 2-4:00pm. Sample of a bio-energetic body process. The Access Bars are 32 points on your head that, when touched, effort lessly, and easily release anything that stops you from joy and ease in your life. Clear limitations, beliefs, stored emotions. Ocean Marina Dr. Flagler Beach. Call 971-732-2168, Cathleen, for details and address. www.exuberantlybeing.com

Organic Fall Garden Starter Class – 2-4pm. With Pauline Copello, local organic grower and author. Class will cover the basics of cool season growing in Central Florida. Attendees will learn about what varieties are suited for Florida conditions; heirlooms versus hybrids; simple seed starting; transplanting tips; and how to set up a garden log. They will also take home baby veggie seedlings. $10. Natural Concepts Revisited, 142 W Intl Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach. Register: 386-341-5068.

Night at the Museum – 5:30-9:30pm. DJ, Live auc tion, raffles, food and drinks. Traditional Minorcan seafood chowder and pirlou. 551 E. 3rd Ave. New Smyrna Beach.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

The Three Chimneys Family Day Open House – 11-2:00pm. Archaeological site. 715 W Granada Blvd. in Ormond Beach.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20

Canal Street Nights – 5-9pm. Every third Thursday enjoy a fun filled evening with expanded streetside dining, vendors, special hours for businesses, kid’s zone, and specialty food vendors. New Smyrna Beach.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21

Discovery Yoga Teacher Training in the Kripalu Tradition. One weekend, Friday through Sunday, per month, for 10 months. $500 payable in monthly installments. For more information and to register, visit PadmaYogaOnline.com. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr. Ste. 15 in Palm Coast.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22

Global Access Consciousness Bars-Bio-Energetic Bodywork Class – 9-5:30pm. Live streamed paid class in Flagler Beach. Thousands from around the world will join. The Bars are 32 points on your head that, when touched, easily release anything that stops you from joy and ease in your life. Clear limita tions, beliefs, stored emotions. Ocean Marina Dr. in Flagler Beach. Call for details and address. 971732-2168, Cathleen. www.exuberantlybeing.com

Palm Coast Fall Arts Festival – 11-5pm. Art, food and music are all around Central Park in Palm Coast.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23

Global Access Consciousness Bars-Bio-Energetic Bodywork Class – 9-5:30pm. Live streamed paid class in Flagler Beach. Thousands from around the world will join. The Bars are 32 points on your head that, when touched, easily release anything that stops you from joy and ease in your life. Clear limita tions, beliefs, stored emotions. Ocean Marina Dr. in Flagler Beach. Call for details and address. 971732-2168, Cathleen. www.exuberantlybeing.com ahead

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1

Rainbow Tuesday – All Day. Save 20% on regular priced items at Debbie’s Health Foods in Orange City and Port Orange.

sunday

Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. Begin your Sunday with this gentle yin class. Energetic, yet calming. All levels. Instructor Micki Higgins. BOGO: new students pay for first class; second class free. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Farmers’ Market and More – 9am-5pm. Shop rain or shine for farm fresh produce, plants, trees flowers, herbs and spices, gourmet coffee and teas, honey, jams, salsas and more. Daytona Flea Market, 1425 Tomoka Farms Rd, Daytona Bch.

Unity Community Church – 11am. Join for a weekly spiritual celebration. 1001 S Ridgewood Ave (US 1), Edgewater. 386-481-0890.

Science of Yoga – Discovery – 11am-12:30pm. Connect breath with movement allowing you to be centered in the present moment. Learn more than poses with a deeper study of your body in this class. All levels. BOGO: new students pay for first-class; second class free. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Senior Discount Day – Noon-6pm. Seniors save 10% off all regularly priced items. Debbie’s Health Foods, 862 Saxon Blvd, Orange City. 386-775-7002.

monday

Monday Madness – 8am-6pm. 1st Mon. Save 25% on supplements and food items. Healing Zone, 515 Canal St, New Smyrna Bch. 386-402-7825.

Kripalu Yoga – 9:30-11am. Linking posture to posture with pausing to feel the energy allowing the body to speak to its needs. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

LVCY Chair Yoga – 12-1pm. Learn how to make your chair your best friend. BOGO: new students pay for first class; second class free. Limited six per live class; preregistration required. Also Livestream Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Stretch & Flex – 10am. Pictona at Holly Hill, 1066 Ridgewood Ave.

Beginner Line Dancing – 5pm. $4 Pictona at Holly Hill, 1066 Ridgewood Ave.

Intermediate Line Dancing – 6:30. $5 Pictona at Holly Hill, 1066 Ridgewood Ave.

tuesday

Warrior Group Fitness – 6:30am. Includes Qigong, martial arts conditioning and traditional strengthening exercises, Yoga, Tai Chi, meditation. All fitness levels. 1135 Riverside Park in Holly Hill. 386-214-6465. Donations accepted.

Rainbow Tuesday – All Day. First Tuesday of the month. Save 20% on regular priced items at Debbie’s Health Foods. 3850 S. Nova Rd. in Port Orange and 862 Saxon Blvd. in Orange City.

Barefoot Farmer’s Market – 8-11am. Harmoni ously grown vegetables, raw dairy, local raw honey, pastured eggs and a variety of locally made goods. Tomazin Farms 3705 SR 44 Samsula.

Discovery Yoga (Kripalu Tradition) – 9:30-11am.

Linking posture to posture with pausing to feel the energy allowing the body to speak to its needs. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Fitness Fusion Group – 10am. Yoga, Qigong, Tai Chi, meditation and traditional strength exercises. Pictona, 1060 Ridgewood Ave. in Holly Hill. Dona tions accepted.

wednesday

Wellness Walk Wednesday – 8-9am. Walk begins at the Flagler Beach Police Dept. and travels over the Moody Bridge and back.

Yin Yoga – 9:30-11am. Begin your day with this chal lenging yin class. Energetic, yet calming. All levels.

BOGO: new students pay for first class; attend your second class free. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Yoga-Plus with Ed Eisler –9:30am. Includes Yoga, Qigong, meditation, vitality practices. All levels, standing, sitting (optional) Pictona Senior Center, 1066 Ridgewood Ave. in Holly Hill. Instructor Phone: 386-214-6465.

Multi-level Line Dancing – 9am-12pm. $6 Pictona at Holly Hill, 1066 Ridgewood Ave.

thursday

Warrior Group Fitness – 6:30am. Includes Qigong, martial arts conditioning and traditional strengthening exercises, Yoga, Tai Chi, meditation. All fitness levels. 1135 Riverside Park in Holly Hill. 386-214-6465. Donations accepted.

Senior Discount Day – 9am-7pm. Seniors save 10% off all regularly priced items. Two locations: Debbie’s Health Foods, 862 Saxon Blvd, Orange City. 386-775-7002.

Yoga Inspired Qigong – 6-7:15pm. This practice introduces the layering of specific breathing tech niques with asana, body and mind reflection. Weav ing Qigong throughout encourages connection to the heart space. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Canal Street Nights – 5-9pm. Third Thursday of event month fun filled evening with expanded streetside dining, vendors, kid’s zone and specialty food vendors.

Ormond Beach Farmer’s Market – 8-1pm. Fresh produce, local honey, crafts and live lants. City Hall Plaza, 22 S. Beath St.

Tai Chi Fusion with Ed Eisler – 10am. Includes Yoga, Qigong, meditation, vitality practices. All levels, standing, sitting (optional) Pictona Senior Center, 1066 Ridgewood Ave. in Holly Hill. Instruc tor Phone: 386-214-6465.

friday

Compost and Honey Special – All day. Compost $5/bag and 10% off local honey. 142 W Int’l Speedway Blvd, Daytona Bch. 386-341-5068. NaturalConceptsRevisited.com.

Farmers’ Market and More – 9am-5pm. Shop rain or shine for farm fresh produce, plants, trees flowers, herbs and spices, gourmet coffee and teas, honey, jams, salsas and more. Daytona Flea Market, 1425 Tomoka Farms Rd, Daytona Bch.

Kripalu Yoga – 9:30-11am. BOGO: new students pay for first-class; attend your second class free. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

saturday

First Saturday Art Walk – 3-7pm. Join our fine art galleries for art openings and events. Each venue features something different. Also visit historic Ormond Beach shops, ride the Art Walk shuttle to visit venues on both sides of the bridge.

Gallery Walk – 4-7pm. First Saturday of every month. Stroll down Canal, Douglas and Magnolia and enjoy the beautiful galleries and amazing art community in New Smyrna Beach.

Canal Street Classic Cruise Car Show – 5-8pm. Second Saturday of the month. Historic Canal St. in New Smyrna Beach.

Flagler Beach Farmers Market – 9-1pm. Featuring prepared foods, produce, handmade products, local art and more. Wickline Park, Flagler Beach.

Barefoot Farmer’s Market – 8-11am. Harmo niously grown vegetables, raw dairy, local raw honey, pastured eggs and a variety of locally made goods. Tomazin Farms 3779 Honeydew Lane in New Smyrna.

Kripalu – Nidra – 9-10:30am. All levels. BOGO: new students pay for first-class; second class free. Also Livestream. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.

Classic Car Cruise-In – 9am-1pm. 1st Sat. The market welcomes more than 300 classic and collector cars. Enjoy the music of DJ Frank in the west parking lot during the Cruise-In. It’s free to show your car and free to browse rows of classic automobiles. Daytona Flea & Farmers Market, 1425 Tomoka Farms Rd. 386-253-3330. DaytonaFleaMarket.com.

Farmers’ Market and More – 9am-5pm. Shop rain or shine for farm fresh produce, plants, trees flowers, herbs and spices gourmet coffee and teas, honey, jams, salsas and more. Daytona Flea Market, 1425 Tomoka Farms Rd, Daytona Bch.

community resource guide

ACUPUNCTURE PHYSICIANS

ACUPUNCTURE & PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER

You Chang Hu, DOM, AP

Kunning Li, DOM, AP

• 2135 S Ridgewood Ave, Daytona Beach 386-760-2112

• 50 Leanni Way, Palm Coast 386-445-0098

AcupuncturePainMgmt.com

Dr. Hu and Dr. Li are graduates of Traditional Chinese Medical Universities in China. They have practiced acupuncture and Chinese medicine for a combined 45+ years. See ad, page 21.

RP ACUPUNCTURE

Rosa Panos, DACM, AP, PT AP3945

397 Palm Coast Parkway SW #5 386-283-4655 • RPAcupunctureFL.com

Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Licensed Physical Therapist, Oncology Rehabilitations Specialist, Integrative Pain Management, Acupoint injections and Zyto Elite Scanning. Over 30 years of medical experience combining Eastern & Western medicine. Studies include Pacific College, China Medical University, Taiwan. See ad, page 11.

CAFÉ – JUICE BAR

SUPERFOODS CAFÉ & JUICE BAR

515 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach 386-402-7825

ACUPUNCTURE & SKIN CARE CLINIC

Lorenzo Phan, DOM, AP 725 W Granada Blvd Ste. 15, Ormond Beach 386-615-1203 • AcuBeautyTherapy.com

Dr. Phan has great success in promoting fertility with acupuncture and herbal supplements. Nonsurgical modalities for natural pain relief include acupuncture, trigger point therapy, Chinese herbal remedies, cupping, neuromuscular therapy, and cold laser for neck injuries, chronic lower back pain, sciatica, hip/knee arthritis and migraines and more. MM20928. See ad, page 2.

EAST COAST ACUPUNCTURE

Lisa Sweeters, Acupuncture Physician 102 Flagler Plaza Dr., #102, Palm Coast 386-302-5363 • EastCoastAcupunctureFL.com

Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine from Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine, additional TCM studies in Guang Zhou, China. Individualized holistic care for fertility issues including IVF, chronic & acute pain, digestive issues, anxiety, insomnia, prostatitis, sports injuries. Celluma Low Level Light Therapy for arthritis, muscle & joint pain, acne, skin tone, edema. In-network provider for VA patients. See ad, page 9.

TheFamilyNutritionStore.com

Daily lunch specials include vegan and gluten-free soups made daily from all organic ingredients. Coldpress juices, 3-, 5- and 10-day cleanse. Doctor-formulated protein smoothies, and create-your-own smoothies with a variety of fruit bases and supplements. Call for daily specials. Café Hours M-F 8am-4pm Sat 8-5; Soup 11am-3pm M-Sat. Two daily soups–one vegan, always gluten-free. See ad, page 5.

CBD PRODUCTS

YOUR CBD STORE

• 117 W Howry Ave, DeLand • 386-627-6715

DeLandFL.CBDrx4u.com

• 160 Cypress Point Pkwy, Ste A105 Palm Coast • 386-627-5271

PalmCoast.CBDrx4u.com

Offering Certified Organic CBD products exclusive to Your CBD stores. Products are formulated using other cannabinoids and terpenes, creating unique synergies that increase efficacy, target specific ailments and increase the binding of CBD. Stop in and try a free sample. See ad, page 7.

CHIROPRACTIC

BE WELL CHIROPRACTIC

@Healing Zone

515 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach 386-402-8997 • BeWellNSB.Com

Drs. Wendy and Christian Edwards are dedicated to providing holistic patient-centered care. In addition to chiropractic, they offer Class IV laser, Frequency Specific Microcurrent, functional medicine, pregnancy care and pediatrics. Through specific testing they locate imbalances and recommend natural approaches. See ad, page 5.

COLON

BEACHSIDE COLONICS

Lidia Nash

18 Bovard Ave Ste A, Ormond Beach

Call or text: 386-760-0035

Gentle rinsing of the colon removes toxic waste that can contribute to pain, inflammation and disease. Relaxing and effective. Lidia also offers ionic foot cleanse, infrared detox wraps and healthy food preparation classes. MA46199.

DENTIST

HOLISTIC DENTAL HEALTH CARE

George W Edwards, DMD

David W Edwards, DMD

541 N Palmetto Ave, Sanford 407-322-6143

• HolisticDentalHealth.com

Holistic dentistry focuses on whole-body wellness that starts with the mouth. We are dentists who perform dentistry that is good for the body, as well as the teeth and gums. See ad, page 21.

ENERGETIC STRESS REDUCTION

ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS

BIO-ENERGETIC BODYWORK

Cathleen Connor, CFMW, Access Consciousness Facilitator 1011 Ocean Marina Dr, Flagler Beach 971-732-2168 • ExuberantlyBeing.com

Providing one-on-one sessions, free intros/consults, Zoom classes and dynamic group classes with bioenergetic bodywork for the Access Bars and Energetic Facelift. Ses sions support the body to let go of limitations, blocks, projections and implants to allow more ease and joy. See ad, page 19.

HEALTH EVALUATIONS

THE PHYSICS OF HEALTH

Trish Watson, CNC 18 Bovard Ave, Ste A, Ormond Beach 303-257-0058 ThePhysicsofHealth.com

Not sure why you’re feeling fatigued? Biofeedback measurements can evaluate vitamins, minerals, heavy metals, allergies, supplement needs, and much more. Start feeling better today. Call for a free phone consultation. See ad, page 25.

HEALTH FOODS

DEBBIE’S HEALTH FOODS

• 862 Saxon Blvd, Orange City 386-775-7002

• 3850 S Nova Rd, Port Orange 386-763-7046

DebbiesHealthFoods.com

High quality supplements, CBD, grocery items, organic produce, special needs diets. Area’s most knowledgeable and friendly advice for over 30 years.

FAMILY NUTRITION/HEALING ZONE

515 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach 386-402-7825

TheFamilyNutritionStore.com

Organic produce, natural foods, healthy snacks, personal care, pet products and more. Practitioneronly brands including Standard Process. Save 20% every day. See ad, page 5.

NATURE’S GARDEN NATURAL HEALTH FOODS

2405 Enterprise Rd, Orange City 386-774-1222

Open MondayFriday, 10am–6pm; Saturday, 10am5pm. Quality vitamins, minerals, herbs, body building and dietary supplements, personal care, children and pet products, essential oils, books and mail-order available. 20% discounts every day.

HERBS, TEAS, OILS

SPICE OF LIFE HERBS

214 Beresford Ave, DeLand 386-734-0035

SpiceOfLifeHerbs.net

HEALTH FOODS FOR LIFE

Bob Lewandowski

122 E Rich Ave, DeLand 386-734-2343

Open Monday-Saturday, 10am-5pm. Bob has been in business more than 39 years with specialties including: non-allergenic foods, energizing weight reduction, organic skin care, herbs and vitamins.

HEATH’S NATURAL FOODS

600 E 3rd Ave, New Smyrna Beach 386-423-5126

HeathsNaturalFoods.com

Wide selection of natural supplements and herbs. Bulk herbs and spices, gluten-free products, organic beer/wine, pet products, grass-fed organic meats. Deli/juice bar. Store open 8am-6pm daily. Deli open 8am-5pm daily.

LOVE WHOLE FOODS

CAFÉ & MARKET

• 275 Williamson Blvd, Ormond Beach 386-677-5236

• 1633 Taylor Rd, Port Orange 386-767-6543

LoveWholeFoods.com

Open Monday-Friday, 9am-7pm; Saturday, 9am-6pm and Sunday, 11am-5pm with friendly, knowledgeable staff. Get involved in your community, shop local and support organics. Save more with our “Get Healthy, Get Rewarded” program.

Open WednesdaysSaturdays, Noon-5pm. Herbs by the ounce. teas, infusers, specialty collector teapots, and more. Essential oils and diffusers for home and auto, aromatherapy books and jewelry, soy candles in many sizes and scents. Visit and like SunSpirits Tea Room on Face Book. Serving wine, beer, tea and coffee. Shop online www.spiceoflifeherbs.net

INSURANCE

GREAT FLORIDA INSURANCE

Cal Seibert, Agent

415 Dunlawton Ave, Ste 108

Port Orange • 386-256-4812

*Each location is independently owned and operated. Say goodbye to high insurance rates. Contact us for quotes on auto, home, condo, renters, boat, motorcycle, dwelling and flood insurance. Experience personalized service. SR22 and FR44 policies available.

MASSAGE

EISLER THERAPEUTICS

Ed Eisler, CPT Mobile Services

LMT #28465, CFT#T54266 386-214-6465

Licensed and insured with 25 years exp. Massage Therapist and Cert. Fitness Trainer. Certified in 200 hr. Yoga instructor, Tai Chi, Qigong & Health Coach. Svc. Include Chinese Med. Massage, Paul St. John Neuromuscular massage, Bellanina Facelift, Thai massage. Group or solo fitness sessions, equip. provided. Group class schedule in ongoing event calendar.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA

WALK-IN MEDICAL MARIJUANA CLINICS

100 S Spring Garden Ave, DeLand 386-232-5599 2575 W US 92, Daytona Beach 386-222-1667

CMMDR.com

Medical marijuana treats more than 250 medical conditions such as: chronic pain, PTSD, cancer, seizures, epilepsy, Parkinson’s, MS, HIV/AIDS, Crohn’s, IBS, glaucoma, fibromyalgia, lupus and more. See ad, page 21

PEST CONTROL NATURAL

NATURALLY GREEN PEST SOLUTIONS

PO Box 354591, Palm Coast, FL, 32135 386-237-9663 NaturallyGreenPest.com Info@NaturallyGreenPest.com

Offering pest solutions for your home and lawn with a natural focus. Unwanted pests in your home can negatively affect your family’s health and your peace of mind. Eliminate them with a program you can feel good about.

PET SUPPLIES

ME & PAW

1712 State Rd 44 New Smyrna Beach 386-444-6532

Most complete pet and supply store, with products for people too. We offer only the healthiest, safest, and most effective choices for your pet, and stand behind all our products with a replacement or refund if you’re not completely delighted. See ad, page 29.

SOLAR ENERGY

EMPOWER SOLAR SOLUTIONS

356 Destination Daytona Ln, Ormond Bch Volusia • 386-327-6937 gosolar@empowersolar.com

Our mission is to make solar energy effortless and affordable. We design energy systems specific to your needs to maximize savings and provide clean electricity for your family. FL Lic. Solar Contractor #CVC57067. See ad, page 11

SOLAR-FIT

1523 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill

Volusia • 386-441-2299

Flagler • 386-445-7606 Solar-Fit.com

Relax and let the sun do the work for you. Solar-fitting your home or business is a smart, economical and environmentally sound investment. We offer a wide range of options to make your home more energy efficient. We are making America energy-independent one home at a time.

SPA

NATURE IN BEAUTY

An Organic Beauty Boutique & Parlor 314 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach 386-576-6730

NatureInBeautyOrganics.com

Nourishing products for professional hair care, manicures and pedicures, facials, massage, reflexology, makeup, spa packages, Girl’s Night In. See ad, page 5.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS

UNITY COMMUNITY CHURCH 1001 S Ridgewood Ave, Edgewater 386-481-0890 • UnityCommunityChurch.com

Sunday service is at 11am. Offering prayer services, book study groups, classes, spiritual counseling, weddings, christenings, memorial services, home blessings, home/hospital visitations. See ad, page 19.

STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

LAUREE MORETTO

Soft Tissue Specialist 321-271-1678 Flagler & Daytona Bch LaureeMoretto.com

90% of pain is linked to structural mis alignment. Your pain is really just a symptom. My work addresses the cause to give you lasting relief. Get your life back now. 20+ years experience. MA20965.

THERMOGRAPHY

FLORIDA MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY

June Drennon, CCT 2008 • JuneDrennon@ FloridaMedicalThermography.com 727-729-2711

FloridaMedicalThermography.com

Certified Clinical Thermographer 2008. Mindful Wellness with Thermography! Knowledge is power: Know your risk factors to make corrections and avoid developing pathology. Call for location convenient for you.

VETERINARY SERVICES

GENTLE PET PASSINGS

Dr Gayle Burrell

Volusia / Flagler 386-279-8525 • GentlePetPassings.com

Saying goodbye to your beloved friend is a loving, but difficult decision. Spend those final precious moments with your pet in the comfort of their home surrounded by all that they love. See ad, page 29.

WELLNESS

AMETHYST WELLNESS

Amy Coopersmith, ARNP

50 Cypress Point Pkwy, B-1 Palm Coast 386-283-4180 • AmethystWellness.com Preventative healthcare, medically supervised weight loss, IV nutrition, hormone optimization, body contouring, aesthetic treatments, laser hair removal, weight loss and more. See ad, page 17

YOGA

PADMA YOGA

Micki Higgins, E-RYT 500 YACEP

5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast 386-225-4733 • PadmaYogaOnline.com

Cell: 904-377-4217. Fully open with day & evening classes. Yoga for all body types and all ages. We are the only yoga studio in Palm Coast that is not hot. See website for schedule. See ad, page 15

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