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TOYLAND FOR POOCHES
Choosing Safe Playthings a Dog Will Love
by Karen Shaw Becker
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Most healthy dogs retain their love of play throughout their lives. Because canine family members can be loosely compared to perpetual human toddlers, it makes sense that they enjoy playtime no matter their age.
Most dogs are also fascinated, at least temporarily, with toys made just for them. Some love to chase a ball or Frisbee and others like a good game of tug or stuffed toys. Most dogs seem to enjoy playthings that squeak when they bite them, possibly because the noise brings to mind the sound of captured prey, or perhaps because pet parents give their dogs extra attention when they “get their squeak on”.
Most dogs in the U.S. have lots of toys, and many pet parents practice trial-anderror to determine what type their dog prefers—and which are safest—from a mind-blowing selection of tugs, balls, discs, chews, puzzles, squeaky or stuffed toys and more. Because many pet stores welcome dogs, some pet parents even bring their four-legged family members along and allow them to sniff out their favorites.
It’s important to select a dog’s toys carefully, because not every option is a good choice. For example, some dogs, especially large breeds, tend to rip soft toys apart within seconds to taste-test the stuffing. There are also dogs that can swallow small soft toys whole. A pup’s temperament, size and age all play a role in determining which toys are safe, and there are also considerations
based on the toy itself, such as materials used, size, shape and more.
Potentially Toxic Toys
Pet toys are not regulated, so they can be made with virtually any material. Plastic toys, in particular, can be dangerous, because many contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals such as phthalates and bisphenol-A (BPA). Old or weathered toys such as those left outside leach higher concentrations of harmful chemicals.
While BPA-free toys are available, the toxin may have been replaced with similar—or even more toxic—chemicals, including bisphenol-S (BPS), so “BPAfree” unfortunately isn’t a reliable indicator of toy safety. Other adulterants found in dog toys include heavy metals like lead and formaldehyde.
When looking for new toys, choose those made in the U.S. out of 100 percent natural rubber, organic cotton or other eco-friendly and contaminant-free materials. Try the sniff test. If a toy being considered smells strongly of chemicals, put it back. Testing shows that some tennis balls made for pets contain more contaminants than those made for sports.
The best toys for pets are usually hand- made by individuals or very small companies and can be found at local farmers’ markets or sold regionally in small, independent pet stores. There’s no plethora of companies that produce 100 percent organic toys, but some great, allnatural toys can be found online.
What Dogs Seem to Prefer
Researchers have discovered that regardless of the type of toy, once a dog is completely familiar with the sight, sound, smell and feel of it, boredom can set in. In addition, we may want to avoid “indestructible” toys the dog can’t make a dent in, because they enjoy toys they can pull apart and destroy, or those that are edible.
Offering a dog easily destroyed toys isn’t ideal, either, as they may accidently or intentionally ingest some of the non-edible pieces. A good alternative is recreational bones (large, raw chunks of beef and bison femur bones), which are quite enjoyable to most dogs, even though they’re not technically toys. Lick mats that hold a soft food treat are also a great environmental enrichment choice for dogs that tend to destroy toys quickly.
Treat-release puzzle toys, toys meant to be chewed and those that make noise or are edible (like a nontoxic dental bone) can also be good options, while toys that are hard, unyielding and silent will probably not be a big hit.
Don’t underestimate our human ability to stimulate a dog’s interests. A session of playtime—playing fetch, tug-of-war or hide-and-seek—will be far more stimulating to the pup than any toy could be.
Veterinarian Karen Shaw Becker has spent her career empowering animal guardians to make knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of their animals. For more information, visit DrKarenBecker.com.
Copper can stop a cold 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 in the nose and on the skin.
Colds start when cold viruses get in your nose. Viruses multiply fast. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.
In hundreds of studies, EPA and university researchers have confirmed that viruses and bacteria die almost instantly when touched by copper.
That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about microbes, but now we do.
Scientists say the high conductance of copper disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys the cell in seconds.
Tests by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) show germs die fast on copper. So some hospitals tried 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. When he felt a cold about to start he fashioned a smooth copper probe and rubbed it gently in his nose for 60 seconds.
“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never got going. That was September 2012. I use copper in the nose every time and I have not had a single cold since then.” “We can’t make product health claims,” he said, “so I can’t say cause and effect. But we know copper is antimicrobial.” He asked relatives and friends to try it. They reported the same thing, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.
Soon hundreds of people had tried it. The feedback was 99% positive if they used the copper within 3 hours after the first sign of unwanted germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.
Early user Mary Pickrell said, “I can’t believe how good my nose feels.”
Pat McAllister, 70, received one for Christmas and called it “one of the best presents ever. This little jewel really works.”
Frequent flier Karen Gauci had been suffering after crowded flights. Though skeptical, she tried copper on travel days for 2 months. “Sixteen flights and
not a sniffle!” she exclaimed. Businesswoman Rosaleen says when people around her show signs of cold or flu, she uses copper morning and night. “It saved me last holidays,” she said. “The kids had crud going round and round, but not me.” Attorney Donna Blight tried copper for her sinus. “I am shocked!” she said. “My head cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.” A man with trouble breathing through his nose at night tried copper just before bed. “Best sleep I’ve had in years!” he said. In a lab test, technicians placed 25 million live flu viruses on a CopperZap. No viruses were found surviving soon after. Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the teams confirming the research. He placed millions of disease germs on copper. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched the surface,” he said. Some people press copper on a lip New device puts copper right right away if a warning tingle suggests where you need it. unwanted germs gathering there. 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 still works even when Dr. Bill Keevil: tarnished. Copper quickly kills CopperZap is made cold viruses. in the U.S. of pure copper. It has a 90-day full money back guarantee. It is available for $79.95. Get $10 off each CopperZap with code NATA24. Go to www.CopperZap.com or call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. Buy once, use forever. Statements are not intended as product health claims and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not claimed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4
Talking Stick Circle – 5pm. Join for a Native American gathering to share ancient teachings as channeled from our Elders. We will follow the tradition of cleansing and synchronize our souls through the sacred practice of drumming. Bring your instruments, family, friends; children are always welcome. Andrew Jackson Davis Bld, 1112 Stevens St, Cassadaga. Info: Rev.Judi.Weaver@gmail.com or 386-503-4930.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16
Spirit’s Calling Zoom Chat – 6:30pm. Spirit is loudly calling: sending messages, inspiring you for more with physical urges, a longing, energy surges or a high-pitched buzz. Join Rev. Judi Weaver for this new monthly gathering of like-minded souls as we unite to support our own community and understanding of what is happening to you and around you. Learn how to tap into these beautiful energies for personal guidance and growth. $25. Register: SpiritualServices.online. Info: 386-503-4930. Rev. Judi.Weaver@gmail.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17
Holiday Candlelight Service – 7pm. Come Celebrate the Holiday Spirit with hymns, a Christmas story, meditation and mini-readings followed by holiday refreshments in the Andrew Jackson Davis Hall. Colby Memorial Temple, 1250 Marion St, Cassadaga. 386-228-2880. Cassadaga.org. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18
Full Moon Women’s Circle – 5pm. With Janet Meredith. Join for an infusion of Kundalini yoga, meditation, chanting, and group sharing on the full moon. Bring a journal, an instrument, yoga mat, cushion, and a healthy food dish to share. $20/ person. Natural Concepts Revisited, 142 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Bch. 386-341-5068. JanetMeredith.net.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 20
Engaging Your Crystal Grid for 2022 – 6pm. With Rev. Judi Weaver. We are moving into a New Year, celestial alignments, personal development and integration of the spiritual upgrades that we have been receiving. It is essential for each of us to prepare and align our mind, emotions, physical and spiritual bodies for 2022. Plan to bring or purchase 13 crystals for your grid that we will activate for your personal attunement and expansion. $40. Holistic House of Holly Hill, 1321 Ridgewood (US 1). Register: 386-238-9996. Info: SpiritualServices. online or Rev.Judi.Weaver@gmail.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26
Heart 4 Souls Spiritual Guidance – 2pm. A virtual monthly event on the 4th Sunday. Guests receive an overall group message from the heart, followed by a live channeling session where Universal Light Beings provide guidance and answer questions for spiritual wisdom and support you with the expansion of your soul. Universal Light Beings may be messages from the God Source, Great Spirit, Arch Angels, Masters, Spirit Guides, Lemurian’s, etc. Free on Facebook Live virtual gathering on Heart4Souls. Info: 386-503-4930. Rev.Judi.Weaver@ gmail.com or SpiritualServices.online. Grace of Angels and Grief – 4pm. With Rev. Judi Weaver. The holidays are often a time of sorrow and loneliness after experiencing the loss of a loved one. Join this sacred and loving gathering where we will call in the angels that are all around each of you. Learn tips on how to invite them into your daily life and receive a better understanding of their language of messages and how to easily follow their guidance for your life. $40. Holistic House of Holly Hill, 1321 Ridgewood Ave (US 1). Register: 386-238-9996. Info: SpiritualServices.online or Rev.Judi.Weaver@gmail.com.
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 1
A New You in 2022 – 1pm. With Rev. Judi Weaver. Join this New Year energy where we will perform a Shamanic Ceremony to cleanse the old and make new for the magnificent energies of 2022. We will follow the tradition of cleansing and synchronize our souls through the sacred practice of drumming. Bring your instruments, family, friends, and children are always welcome. Holistic House of Holly Hill, 1321 Ridgewood Ave (US 1). Register: 386-2389996. Info: SpiritualServices.online or Rev.Judi. Weaver@gmail.com. Sacred Connection Certification Series – 6-8pm. Seven-week series on Tuesdays with Rev. Judi Weaver and Heart 4 Souls. Activate and develop your spiritual gifts. Combination of experiential activities and hands-on-practice to deepen your understanding and accelerate your spiritual growth through a variety of techniques. Weaver will channel specific guidance for the class, and your personal development and soul evolution. $350/series or $65/week. Holistic House of Holly Hill, 1321 Ridgewood Ave (US 1). Register: 386-238-9996. Info: SpiritualServices.online or Rev.Judi.Weaver@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 15
Vision Board Workshop Fundraiser – 1-4:30pm. Presented by Kim Friedman to support Give Back Yoga Foundation. $10 love donation. Donations in excess of $25 receives a free yoga class. Padma Yoga Studio, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. PadmaYogaOnline.com.
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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; attend your 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. Cassadaga Spiritualist Lyceum – 9:30-10:15am. Learn more about the science, philosophy and religion of spiritualism at Lyceum (Adult Sunday School). A different teacher each week instructs on the truths of spiritualism and other related subjects. Free. Andrew Jackson Davis (Bookstore) Building, 1112 Stevens St, Cassadaga. Info: 386-228-2880. Cassadaga Sunday Church Service – 10:3011:45am. Following the church service, a free All-Message Service from noon-1pm. Andrew Jackson Davis (Bookstore) Building, 1112 Stevens St, Cassadaga. Info: 386-228-2880. 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. Two locations: Debbie’s Health Foods, 862 Saxon Blvd, Orange City. 386-775-7002; and 3850 S Nova Rd, Port Orange. 386-763-7046.
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monday
Monday Madness – 8am-6pm. 1st Mon. Save 25% on supplements and food items. Family Nutrition at 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. Psychic and Aura Readings – 10am-4pm. Walk-ins welcome. Mystical Expressions of Paradise, 1014 Reed Canal Rd, S Daytona. 386-274-0038. LVCY Chair Yoga – 11:30-12:30am. Learn how to make your chair your best friend. BOGO: new students pay for first class; attend your second class free. Limited six per live class; preregistration required. Also Livestream Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.
tuesday
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.
Psychic/Aura Readings and Guided Meditations
– 10am-4pm. With Mistia. Schedule by appointment or walk-ins welcome. Mystical Expressions, 1014 Reed Canal Rd, S Daytona. 386-274-0038. Facebook: MysticalExpressionsLLC. Pilates – 5:30-6:30pm. For mat Pilates workout, you only need your body weight and a Pilates mat. Use exercise ball to add more resistance and noting. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.
wednesday
Yin Yoga – 9:30-11am. Begin your day with this challenging 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. Meet Up Group – 6-8pm. 3rd Wed. Wanted likeminded people for open discussion and questions. Love donation. Mystical Expressions, 1014 Reed Canal Rd, S Daytona. RSVPs appreciated: 386274-0038. Facebook: @MysticalExpressionsLLC. Cassadaga Message Service – 7-9pm. Mediums give Spirit Greetings. $5 donation. Andrew Jackson Davis (Bookstore) Building, 1112 Stevens St, Cassadaga. Info: 386-228-2880.
thursday
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; and 3850 S Nova Rd, Port Orange. 386-763-7046. Cassadaga Healing Meditation Circle – 11amnoon. Join in circle to send healing energy to those on our healing lists and the planet. Andrew Jackson Davis (Bookstore) Bldg, 1112 Stevens St, Cassadaga. Info: 386-228-2880. Pilates – 5:30-6:30pm. For mat Pilates workout, you only need your body weight and a Pilates mat. Use exercise ball to add more resistance and noting. Padma Yoga, 5 Utility Dr, Ste 15, Palm Coast. 386-225-4733.
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. LVCY Chair Yoga – 1-2:00pm 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. Come Feel the Spirit –7-9pm. 1st Fri. Old fashioned Spiritualist Message Service presented by Rev. Dr. Louis Gates. $5 donation. Andrew Jackson Davis (Bookstore) Building, 1112 Stevens St, Cassadaga. Info: 386-228-2880.
saturday
All-Day Breakfast – Vegan sausage, gravy and gluten-free biscuits, breakfast sandwiches, waffle iron French toast, organic nut-free granola, nut granola with nuts and fruit, chia pudding with toppings and more. Natural Concepts Revisited, 142 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach. 386-341-5068. 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. DaytonaFlea Market.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. Psychic and Aura Readings – 10am-4pm. Walk-ins welcome. Mystical Expressions of Paradise, 1014 Reed Canal Rd, S Daytona. 386-274-0038. Cassadaga Encounter the Spirits Night Tour – 7:30-9:30pm. Bring digital camera for pictures of spirit orbs during tour. $25/adult, $15/children 7-12. Bring exact change cash after store hours, or pay ahead with credit card at Cassadaga.org. Andrew Jackson Davis (Bookstore) Building, 1112 Stevens St., Cassadaga. Info: 386-228-2880. Curious about
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health briefs
Eat Mushrooms to Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer
Researchers followed more than 36,000 Japanese men older than 40 for an average of 13.2 years. They found that those that consumed culinary mushrooms three times a week had a 17 percent lower chance of developing prostate cancer compared to those that ate mushrooms less than once a week. Participants that ate mushrooms once or twice a week had an 8 percent lower risk. The trend was even greater for those men over the age of 50 and was unrelated to other dietary habits.
Maintain a Healthy Diet and Weight to Lower Cataract Risk
A recent study published in The Journal of Nutrition used adherence to dietary guidelines and total diet scores to assess the effects of diet on cataract risk.
The researchers followed 2,173 older Australians for five and 10 years in two phases. They found that maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI) of less than 25, combined with a healthy diet, reduced the risk of developing cataracts.
Eat a Better Diet to Improve Gut Bacteria
Researchers at the University of Hawaii Cancer Center tested stool samples of 858 men and 877 women in Los Angeles and Hawaii with a mean age of 69—regarded as an ethnically diverse study population with varied food intakes. The study found that those with higher quality diets also had significantly better gut bacteria diversity, a factor linked to reduced risk for a variety of diseases. Diet quality and a reduced risk of developing chronic disease is strongly associated with fecal microbial diversity.
8 Jacksonville / St. Augustine NAJax.com Reduce Blood Pressure and Heart Attacks With Better Gut Bacteria
New research offers potential paths for treatment for the nearly 20 percent of patients with high blood pressure that don’t respond well to medications. University of Florida College of Medicine researchers, testing 105 volunteers, found that the populations of gut bacteria differed between hypertensive individuals with depression and those without depression. A second study by Italian researchers found that patients with heart attacks had different bacteria in their guts than patients with stable angina.
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Train Students in Mindfulness to Reduce Stress and Improve Grades
Sixth-graders that received mindfulness training each day for eight weeks experienced lower stress levels, less depression and improved academic performance compared to their peers in a control group that studied computer coding, report Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers. In addition to that 100-student study, researchers surveyed 2,000 students in grades five through eight and found those that showed more mindfulness tended to have better grades and test scores. They also had fewer absences and suspensions.
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A. Schaeffer-Pautz, MD
Combining Traditional, Integrative and Anthroposophic Medicine for Well-Being and Balance
On the east coast of Florida, just a few blocks from the ocean, sits one of the South’s few anthroposophically oriented medical practices. The Persephone Healing Arts Center, in Jacksonville Beach, has a wonderful, natural atmosphere enhanced by the spirit and focus of A. Schaeffer-Pautz, MD. Brought up in a Waldorf school environment, Dr. Pautz is double board certified in both integrative and internal medicine and combines the best of both worlds in her treatment of patients. Her goal is to help her patients achieve their highest level of well-being and balance, using natural approaches whenever possible.
This philosophy is evident from the first view of the center: a cozy waiting room looks out onto a lovely garden area where patients can relax in the sun or rest in a spot of shade beneath the trees. Care here is particularly unique—first visits can be two or more hours of one-on-one time with the physician. Dr. Pautz takes time to learn all she can about a patient’s physical, mental and emotional well-being and then fuses her knowledge of traditional, integrative and anthroposophic medicine (a philosophy that embraces physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of the human being) to provide individual recommendations designed to work on the root of the problem. Her treatments are focused on lifestyle changes, counseling and nutrition, and this focus helps her patients not only deal with their health issues, but also maintain their higher level of wellness once the immediate problem is dealt with.
Dr. Pautz’s technique has particularly helped those with chronic disorders and diseases such as depression, autism, cancer and any other internal medical disease. Her conviction that all facets of the person must be in balance for ultimate well-being leads to personalized treatments that examine and help each individual to achieve their level of optimum health. This insightful approach often offers relief to patients who have exhausted their traditional western medical options and are seeking help in alternate methods.
Patients may also undergo extensive counseling to facilitate profound lifestyle changes and new ways of looking at things. They receive individualized nutritional guidelines in the hopes of facilitating improved health and releasing what needs to be transitioned.
The philosophy “you are what you eat” has never been as true as in today’s quick meal society, and few know the effects of dietary choices better than Dr. Pautz. Providing your body with the fuel and tools necessary for its well-being is the first building block toward total health and healing. Combining her knowledge of medicine and nutrition, she targets habits that contribute to particular disorders and advises her patients in their diets to strengthen their immune systems and help their bodies stay strong.
In treating her patients, Dr. Pautz has noticed that their nutritional habits have stemmed from a lack of knowledge about how to prepare healthful dishes. After encountering this need for education, she developed classes in the past that were focused on nutritional cooking, emphasizing the use of whole grains, tons of herbs, fresh fruits and vegetables. With a healthy diet as a base to grow from, therapies then perform better as the body becomes more receptive, receiving the aid the therapies provide. Dr. Pautz can easily suggest recipes in-session with wholesome foods that might be a first step in implementation. A. Schaeffer-Pautz, MD
Another unique remedy at Dr. Pautz’s disposal is therapeutic eurythmy, an expressive form of movement therapy. Based on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, eurythmy uses movements to express sounds and music. One of the few medical doctors to be certified in eurythmy, Dr. Pautz uses this approach to supplement the treatment of a variety of physical, medical and emotional ailments. Somewhat like its Asian counterparts, tai chi and yoga, eurythmy helps a person connect to and experience the nontangible realities of spirit and energy that are essential for all souls.
Dr. Pautz’s varied background and extensive training provide her with myriad treatment choices to draw from in her practice. Whether addressing cancer, diabetes, asthma, common cold, multiples sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, ALS or any other illness, her treatments are personalized, insightful and far-reaching. By balancing Western and integrative medicine and avoiding chemical drugs whenever possible, Dr. Pautz provides each patient with the opportunity for a road map to longlasting, deep-seated health changes through nutritional and lifestyle advice, naturopathy, homeopathy, counseling, anthroposophic medicine, and art and movement therapy.
Persephone Healing Arts Center is located at 485 6th Ave. N., in Jacksonville Beach. To learn more, call 904-246-3583, visit DrPautz.com or join them for one of their monthly open houses. Join them on Facebook. See ad on the back cover.
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developing cataracts. healthy diet, reduced the risk of (BMI) of less than 25, combined with a maintaining a healthy body mass index for five and 10 years in two phases. They found that The researchers followed 2,173 older Australians assess the effects of diet on cataract risk. adherence to dietary guidelines and total diet scores to A recent study published in The Journal of Nutrition used Weight to Lower Cataract Risk Maintain a Healthy Diet and
the age of 50 and was unrelated to other dietary habits. lower risk. The trend was even greater for those men over that ate mushrooms once or twice a week had an 8 percent that ate mushrooms less than once a week. Participants chance of developing prostate cancer compared to those week had a 17 percent lower mushrooms three times a that consumed culinary They found that those average of 13.2 years. men older than 40 for an than 36,000 Japanese Researchers followed more Risk of Prostate Cancer Eat Mushrooms to Lower
absences and suspensions. scores. They also had fewer have better grades and test mindfulness tended to those that showed more through eight and found dents in grades five surveyed 2,000 stu study, researchers
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with stable angina. attacks had different bacteria in their guts than patients study by Italian researchers found that patients with heart with depression and those without depression. A second hypertensive individuals bacteria differed between that the populations of gut ing 105 volunteers, found Medicine researchers, test - versity of Florida College of well to medications. Uni - pressure that don’t respond of patients with high blood for the nearly 20 percent tential paths for treatment New research offers po - Gut Bacteria Heart Attacks With Better Reduce Blood Pressure and
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December 2019
9 conviction that all facets of the person must and any other internal medical disease. Her diseases such as depression, autism, cancer helped those with chronic disorders and Dr. Pautz’s technique has particularly problem is dealt with. higher level of wellness once the immediate their health issues, but also maintain their focus helps her patients not only deal with changes, counseling and nutrition, and this lem. Her treatments are focused on lifestyle designed to work on the root of the prob to provide individual recommendations and spiritual aspects of the human being) phy that embraces physical, emotional and anthroposophic medicine (a philoso - her knowledge of traditional, integrative and emotional well-being and then fuses she can about a patient’s physical, mental physician. Dr. Pautz takes time to learn all or more hours of one-on-one time with the particularly unique—first visits can be two spot of shade beneath the trees. Care here is patients can relax in the sun or rest in a looks out onto a lovely garden area where first view of the center: a cozy waiting room This philosophy is evident from the natural approaches whenever possible. highest level of well-being and balance, using Her goal is to help her patients achieve their of both worlds in her treatment of patients. and internal medicine and combines the best double board certified in both integrative Waldorf school environment, Dr. Pautz is of A. Schaeffer-Pautz, MD. Brought up in a atmosphere enhanced by the spirit and focus Jacksonville Beach, has a wonderful, natural The Persephone Healing Arts Center, in posophically oriented medical practices. O n the east coast of Florida, just a few blocks from the ocean, sits one of the South’s few anthro -
might be a first step in implementation. pes in-session with wholesome foods that provide. Dr. Pautz can easily suggest reci - receptive, receiving the aid the therapies perform better as the body becomes more diet as a base to grow from, therapies then fresh fruits and vegetables. With a healthy ing the use of whole grains, tons of herbs, focused on nutritional cooking, emphasiz developed classes in the past that were encountering this need for education, she how to prepare healthful dishes. After stemmed from a lack of knowledge about noticed that their nutritional habits have In treating her patients, Dr. Pautz has and help their bodies stay strong. diets to strengthen their immune systems disorders and advises her patients in their targets habits that contribute to particular her knowledge of medicine and nutrition, she toward total health and healing. Combining for its well-being is the first building block your body with the fuel and tools necessary etary choices better than Dr. Pautz. Providing meal society, and few know the effects of di has never been as true as in today’s quick The philosophy “you are what you eat” to be transitioned. improved health and releasing what needs guidelines in the hopes of facilitating They receive individualized nutritional changes and new ways of looking at things. counseling to facilitate profound lifestyle Patients may also undergo extensive alternate methods. medical options and are seeking help in have exhausted their traditional western approach often offers relief to patients who level of optimum health. This insightful and help each individual to achieve their to personalized treatments that examine be in balance for ultimate well-being leads Well-Being and Balance Anthroposophic Medicine for Combining Traditional, Integrative and A. Schaeffer-Pautz, MD
See ad on the back cover. monthly open houses. Join them on Facebook. DrPautz.com or join them for one of their To learn more, call 904-246-3583, visit at 485 6th Ave. N., in Jacksonville Beach. Persephone Healing Arts Center is located medicine, and art and movement therapy. homeopathy, counseling, anthroposophic nutritional and lifestyle advice, naturopathy, lasting, deep-seated health changes through the opportunity for a road map to long- sible, Dr. Pautz provides each patient with avoiding chemical drugs whenever pos - Western and integrative medicine and insightful and far-reaching. By balancing illness, her treatments are personalized, rheumatoid arthritis, ALS or any other asthma, common cold, multiples sclerosis, tice. Whether addressing cancer, diabetes, treatment choices to draw from in her prac - extensive training provide her with myriad Dr. Pautz’s varied background and are essential for all souls. tangible realities of spirit and energy that person connect to and experience the non- parts, tai chi and yoga, eurythmy helps a ailments. Somewhat like its Asian counter - variety of physical, medical and emotional approach to supplement the treatment of a be certified in eurythmy, Dr. Pautz uses this music. One of the few medical doctors to uses movements to express sounds and the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, eurythmy sive form of movement therapy. Based on disposal is therapeutic eurythmy, an expres - Another unique remedy at Dr. Pautz’s A. Schaeffer-Pautz, MD
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RP ACUPUNCTURE
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CASSADAGA BOOKSTORE
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MYSTICAL EXPRESSIONS OF PARADISE, LLC
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CAFÉ – JUICE BAR SUPERFOODS CAFÉ & JUICE BAR
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ANGEL LIFE COACH PATRICIA ALTON
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CHIROPRACTIC BE WELL CHIROPRACTIC
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COLON HYDROTHERAPY
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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
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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 20.
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 bio-energetic bodywork for the Access Bars and Energetic Facelift. Sessions support the body to let go of limitations, blocks, projections and implants to allow more ease and joy.
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. See ad, back cover.
FAMILY NUTRITION/HEALING ZONE
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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. 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.
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2405 Enterprise Rd, Orange City 386-774-1222
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HERBS – HOLISTIC SPICE OF LIFE HERBS
214 Beresford Ave, DeLand 386-734-0035 SpiceOfLifeHerbs.net
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LIFE COACH
LIFE BALANCE PATHWAYS
Joy Yanes 125 W Plymouth Ave, Ste D, DeLand 386-490-3489 LifeBalancePathways.com Services include intuitive reiki, hypnosis, past-life regression, nutritional and wellness coaching. Yanes is an ordained minister, certified hypnotist, Back flower practitioner. Offering classes and workshops.
MEDICAL MARIJUANA WALK-IN MEDICAL MARIJUANA CLINICS
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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 20.
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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 29. Soft Tissue Specialist 321-271-1678 Flagler & Daytona Bch LaureeMoretto.com 90% of pain is linked to structural misalignment. 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..
VETERINARIAN FLORIDAWILD VETERINARY HOSPITAL
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FLORIDA VETERINARY REHABILITATION
Dr Lisa Mason DVM, CCRT, CVA 441 S Woodland Blvd, DeLand 386-337-7106 • FLVetRehab.com If your pet has difficulty moving, is recovering from surgery or has suffered an injury, we can help by providing a customized treatment plan, including home exercise program, to restore your pet to full function. Treatments offered include laser, shockwave, acupuncture, chiropractic, aqua therapy and more.
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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 and sexual health treatments for men and women, body contouring, aesthetic treatments, laser hair removal, weight loss and more. See ad, page 21.
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 5.
