SPIRITED STRIDES

POWER WALK TO BETTER FITNESS

by Marlaina Donato

maridav/AdobeStock.com W e all know that the more steps we take in a day the better. The Mayo Clinic advocates walking regularly to keep bad cholesterol in check, maintain a heart-healthy weight and keep blood pressure within a normal range. Power walking—going a mile in under 15 minutes—amps up cardiovascular benefits and takes metabolic conditioning to a new level.

Power walking involves taking longer strides, moving at 4.5 to 5.5 miles per hour and using the arms to propel motion, with or without light weights. “With this more intensive exercise, in comparison to everyday walking, one should note that their breathing is harder and their heart rate is faster with power walking. Compared to someone who walks at a casual pace, a power walker can expect lower blood pressure, heart rate, blood sugar and cholesterol numbers,” says Jason C. Robin, M.D., director of cardio oncology at North Shore University Health System, in Glenview, Illinois.

Walking as a Workout

In cases of severe coronary artery disease, certain heart muscle disorders, known as cardiomyopathy or valvular diseases, Robin recommends seeing a doctor before taking up fitness walking, but emphasizes, “Obvious injuries or illnesses aside, power walking is great for all ages, genders, sizes and fitness levels and is, in general, very safe with very few contraindications.” He suggests aiming for 15 minutes or less on a first endeavor, and after one week increasing the time to 20 to 25 minutes, eventually working up to 30 minutes. To complement power walking, he recommends resistance

training to increase muscle strength and tone, protect joints from injury, and improve flexibility and balance.

Dave McGovern, walking coach and author of The Complete Guide to Competitive Walking: Racewalking, Power Walking, Nordic Walking and More!, points out, “The impact forces of walking, even high-level racewalking, can be one-third of what runners experience, so it’s a lot easier on the joints. Power walking doesn’t have many rules.” A 30-year veteran of the U.S. National Racewalk Team, McGovern underscores the importance of starting out with a regular, easy walk before progressing to a more vigorous pace.

To avoid and reduce injury, he advocates mindfulness of correct posture and taking shorter, faster steps rather than long, stomping strides. He trains on a variety of surfaces, including everyday roads, tartan (rubber) running tracks, treadmills, dirt trails, grass, and even the occasional concrete sidewalk. “Changing up surfaces uses your muscles in different ways, which can help prevent overuse injuries that crop up from too much training on the same surfaces day in, day out,” he says.

Practical Essentials

For optimal results on any surface, proper footwear is vital. “We would typically recommend a running shoe for any fitness-based walking,” says Josh Saint Cyr, store manager at New Balance, in Highland Park, Illinois. He notes that the right shoes are designed to help align gait and avoid pronation or supination that prompts the ankle to roll inward or outward with movement. “For a more customized experience, someone with medium or lower arches would want a shoe from the stability running section, and someone with higher arches would want a shoe from the cushioned running section.”

In cases of tight calf muscles, Saint Cyr recommends stretching as a daily practice, even on non-exercise days. “Rollers or massage guns can be useful for immediate relief, but ultimately, stretching will help by reducing or eliminating tightness.”

Taking it Up a Notch

Racewalking, the competitive and highly technical variety of power walking, takes place at track meets. “After you’ve built a base of miles, you can start sprinkling in some longer and faster workouts, and maybe even think about competition,” says McGovern. “There is a bit more technique involved in competitive racewalking, but once you get the hang of it, it will allow you to go much faster.”

In the end, having a goal can be the best motivator. “For the athletes I coach, many of them in their 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond, racewalking and power walking gives a purpose to their workouts,” says McGovern. “One of my athletes has said that she hates to work out, but loves to train. Having the goal of a race over the horizon gives a lot of athletes a reason to get out the door every day.”

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

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Learn how to align your body, mind, spirit, emotion, and environment

Persephone’s Pearl 1014B Main St, Peekskill NY More info call: 914.737.3460 RSVP Online: Persephonespearl.com

FRIDAY, APRIL 1

Aries New Moon – 5:30-6:30pm. Come celebrate the new moon at Persephone’s Pearl and usher in new beginnings. $20. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com.914.737.3460.

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& Beyond Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. Virtually via Zoom with Merrill Black, LCSW/ Reiki Master. Unique theme, guided messages for meditation, group discussion. $20. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com. SUNDAY, APRIL 3

Meditation & Tea with Diane – 1pm. April 3, 10 & 24. Work opening and balancing the Chakras, connecting and working with Spirit Guides and Animal Spirit Guides. Also share mini readings. $20/each. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St., Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com.

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4th Annual Beauty, Health and Wellness Expo * Dutchess County April 9th, 2022; 11am to 4pm Rain Date 4/10/22 Free Admission * Family Friendly VENDORS WANTED Renegades Stadium Parking Lot

1500 NY-9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 Presented by: I Love Local Rewards For more information: info@ilovelocalrewards.com

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Come Celebrate the Full Pink Moon with us! 5th Mind Body Soul Expo Saturday, April 16th 10am-6pm Saratoga City Center 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY Free Admission. Free Lectures, Free Workshops. Discover. Explore. Experience 130+ Wellness, Health, & Holistic Vendors & Practitioners. For more Information & Vendor Space Please contact: mindbodysoulexpony@gmail.com MindBodySoulExpo.com

MONDAY, APRIL 4

The Art of Self-Adjustment Forum – 5:30pm. April 4, 11 & 18. With Rose Christmas. Learn how to align body, mind, spirit, emotion and environment. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: 914.737.3460, Persephonespearl.com. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6

Welcoming in the Goddess – 5:30-6:30pm. With John. Learning to connect with different aspects of the Goddess. This month’s focus is the Sky mother. $25. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally

– 6pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com. THURSDAY, APRIL 7

After Hours Thursday – 6-8pm. April 7, 14, 21 & 28. Join in for After Hour Psychic Medium or Tea Leaf Readings. $40/ 20 Minute readings. Merchandise sales and raffles. Walk-ins welcome. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St, Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com. AS U R Support Group – 7pm. For those loving someone with a mental condition, join in this open and safe space. $8/suggested donation. Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.737.4325, UniversalHealingArts.com. FRIDAY, APRIL 8

Learn How To Read The Tarot – 4-5:30pm. New Zoom class. Dive into the magic of the Tarot. Major and Minor Arcana, readings and spreads. $30 or $180 6-pack. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com. 914.737.4325. Sip+Paint – 5:30-6:30pm. End the week with relaxation with a sip + paint. $25. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com.914.737.3460. SATURDAY, APRIL 9

4th Annual Beauty, Health and Wellness Expo

– 11am-4pm. Family-friendly outside expo at the Renegades Stadium Parking Lot, 1500 NY-9D, Wappingers Falls. Info: ilovelocalrewards.com. Dōterra Essential Oils – 2pm. Join Debbi of Blooming Health for a customized essential oil experience and find a path to personal wellness. Free. Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.737.4325, UniversalHealingArts.com. Bella’s Serenity Soap’s PopUp Shop – 4-5pm. Demo on bath and other products. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

Wizards Rites, Frequencies & Codes with John

DiBlasi – 6:30pm. Join in as John connects participants to sacred symbols, attunement empowerment, initiation geometries, light lines and grids of light. $40. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St, Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com. SUNDAY, APRIL 10

Hastings Flea – 10am-4pm. 50+ vendors with home goods, collectibles, vintage items, crafts, jewelry, clothing, handmade and artisan gifts, food trucks, free Swap Tents, face painting and psychic readings. Hastings-on-Hudson Metro North commuter parking lot. Info: thehastinngsflea.com. TUESDAY, APRIL 12

Ayurvedic Lecture: The Respiratory System – 7-8pm. With Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free online lecture on enhancing the body’s life force (prana). Offered through the Pawling Free Library. Register with library: 845.855.3444 or PawlingFreeLibrary.org. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13

Afro-Caribbean Spiritual practices – 5:306:30pm. With John. Deepen an understanding and knowledge of Afro- Caribbean traditions. This month will be about 21 divisions/Haitians voodoo. $25. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

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An Enchanted Realm. See April 23.

FRIDAY, APRIL 15

An Evening of Trans Medium Channeling – 6:30pm. Special private event with a personal trance channeled guided message, healing and blessing. Limited to 10 participants. RSVP early. $40. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St, Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com. SATURDAY, APRIL 16

Earth Day Wilderness Walk – 8-10:30am. With Bianca Di Salvo. A personal Wilderness experience to connect to the world around us, which can leave one feeling more peace and ease. $25. Cell phone required. Info: WildernessDayWalk.com, 914.771.8784. 5th Mind Body Soul Expo – 10am-6pm. Free lectures, free workshops. Discover. Explore. Experience. 130+ wellness, health and holistic vendors and practitioners. Free admission. Saratoga City Center 522 Broadway. Saratoga Springs. Info: MindBodySoulExpo.com.

Qi Gong for Emotional Healing - The Six Healing

Sounds – 1-2:30pm. Learn about the six healing sounds that have an astonishing ability to transform negative emotions into positive life force, or qi. $30. Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Route 376, Poughkeepsie. Info: EmpoweredByNature.net 845.827.3500. Full moon – 5:30-6:30pm. Come celebrate the full moon at Persephone’s Pearl. $20. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460. SUNDAY, APRIL 17

Kinship with Nature Workshop – With Cathy Carter. Learn how to communicate with the elemental spirits in nature and how to create a deeper connection with nature. Info: 646.584.3540, CreatingSacredPlaces.com. MONDAY, APRIL 18

Full Moon - Messages From The Masters &

Beyond Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. Virtually via Zoom with Merrill Black, LCSW/ Reiki Master. Unique theme, guided messages for meditation, group discussion. $20. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20

Tea Time With The Angels – 5:30-6:30pm. With Rose. Explore the energy of the angelic realms and the angel this month that’s associated with Aries. $25. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally

– 6pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 22

Spring Salt Cave Energy Healing Event – Learn about and experience intuitive energy healing. Sign up for a 15 minute session in the Himalayan Salt Cav. $10. Pellegrino Healing Center Salt Cave, 4307 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. Info: 845.233.5672, pellegrinohealingcenter.com. FRIDAY, APRIL 22

Connection to the Spirit Realm“A Spirit Circle”

– 6:30pm. Small group with Diane and other guest psychic mediums who give messages, guidance, and spiritual healing. Be sure to RSVP. Limited to 10 participants. $20. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St, Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com. Cacao Ceremony– 7-9pm. With Kendra.End the week with a journey of self-discovery work using plant medicine/cacoa. $40. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com.914.737.3460. SATURDAY, APRIL 23

Bird Watching Walk – 8-10am. Join in for a morning bird walk around the lakes. Lakes parking lot, Neperan Rd, Tarrytown. Info: TarrytownEnvironmental.org. An Enchanted Realm – 10am. Earth Day celebration at the World Peace Sanctuary with Michael Gulbrandsen of Nature’s Whispers. 26 Benton Road, Wassiac. Info: 845.489.7250, or MeditativeWalks.com.

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Awaken Wellness Fair LIVE! …Awaken to Your Best Self… So excited to be back in person! Visit our unique Vendors, expert Speakers, intuitive Readers and gifted Healers for a day of education and inspiration! April 24, 2022 from 10am to 5pm Sleepy Hollow Hotel + Conference Center Tarrytown, NY 10591 AwakenFair.com

April 2022

Astrology with Pamela Cucinell

Fifth Gear

The Aries new moon on April Fools’ packs a punch; consider every impulse before action is taken. Power struggles ebb April 2 by midafternoon. An unexpected occurrence April 3 creates options. A concession is required on April 4 to do the right thing. Serendipity abounds April 5. Focus on the goal to triumph April 6, when high spirits can generate confusion.

Respond to Needs

Allow for cozy comforts to soothe April 7. Assess what works April 8 and what holds you back. Whether a simple move or a big shift, transition is tough on April 9. Dramatic surprise April 10 triggers explosive reactions; handle with care. Stable partners and solid commitments go the distance April 11— release those who cannot.

Work the Love Muscle

A Jupiter-Neptune conjunction expands illusions and creativity; emphasize love to diminish divisive narratives, especially April 12. An awareness of the innate healing ability in your hands on April 13 enhances whatever task you do: garden, cook, self-care and work. Productivity is high the morning through midafternoon April 14. If you are not confrontational by nature, April 15 can exhaust. On April 16, the Libra full moon coaxes further engagement.

Increase Focus

Discussions lead to revelations on Easter, April 17. Connect with your intuition on April 18 to actualize goals. Choices are hard on April 19, nonetheless—prioritize to avoid disappointment. The pressure to do everything increases April 20, when a lean schedule brings more satisfaction. Serious application on April 21 produces profound results. Messages delivered on Earth Day, April 22, have profound impacts.

Assume Responsibility

Unexpected news on April 23 requires more than a quick response. Be wary of convictions without verification on April 24. Reflection and research on April 25 gleans valuable fruit. Deepen into selfdiscovery and creativity on April 26. New perspective is available April 27 but requires courage and a comfort level with the unknown. Tunnel vision limits options on April 28; remember to seek alternative thoughts. Any impulse to retreat April 29 cannot be sustained. The solar eclipse/Taurus new moon on April 30 asks for a step up to commitment.

Pamela Cucinell offers a spiritual astrological perspective for the massive changes of our time, as well as guidance through private sessions and podcasts. For more information, call 917.796.6026, email pamela@insightoasis.com, or visit InsightOasis.com and ActiveSpirituality.Life. See ad page 18.

The Art of Self-Adjustment Retreat – 10am4pm. With Rose Christmas. Learn how to align body, mind, spirit, emotion and environment. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: 914.737.3460, Persephonespearl.com. Smudge Fan Workshop – 2pm. The Smudge Fan is a tool used in personal practice or ceremony to move, clear, or dispel unwanted energies from self and space. All materials included. $40. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St, Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com. SUNDAY, APRIL 24

Awaken Wellness Fair LIVE – 10am-5pm. Back in person in Tarrytown. Unique vendors, expert speakers, intuitive readers and gifted healers. A day of education and inspiration. Sleepy Hollow Hotel + Conference Center, Tarrytown. Info: AwakenFair.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 26

Ayurvedic Lecture: The Respiratory System – 7-8pm. With Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free online lecture on enhancing the body’s life force (prana). Offered through the Desmond-Fish Public Library, Garrison. Register with library: 845.424.3020 or DesmondFishLibrary.org. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27

Crystal Work Shop – 5:30-6:30pm with Theresa. Learn how to use crystals in readings and divinations practices. $30. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl. com. 914.737.3460.

Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally

– 6pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com. FRIDAY, APRIL 29

Mystical Moon Monthly Book Circle – Virtually via Zoom with Merrill Black and Leslie Lee. Monthly gathering of community, inspiration, reflection, oracles, astrology, and rituals using the 2022 Mystical Moon Journal as a guide. $22. 914.793.2600. MysticalMoonJournal.com SATURDAY, APRIL 30

Earth Day Wilderness Walk – 8-10:30am. With Bianca Di Salvo. A personal Wilderness experience to connect to the world around us, which can leave one feeling more peace and ease. $25. Cell phone required. Info: WildernessDayWalk.com, 914.771.8784. Pendulum Workshop – 2pm. Starting class to learn how to use a Pendulum for divination and spiritual healing. Learn how to choose, connect, and use a pendulum. Class includes pendulum. $25. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W. Main St, Pawling (Village). Info: 845.493.0432; AngelAuraBoutique.com. Monthly Seance – 7-9pm. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

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Trauma Recovery Retreat at The Omega Institute Overcome Stress, Anxiety and Pandemic PTSD STRESS IS GONE RETREAT May 29 to June 3, 2022 Rhinebeck, NY To learn more or register: https://bit.ly/3pC1ymB or call 833.867.3529

sunday

Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234. 2nd Sundays at 11 – 11am. 2nd Sundays. Zoom call for women to share healthy ideas. Final date of the season is April 10 . Free, donations accepted. Info: Kacey.co.

monday

Virtual YogaShine for Adults – 9-10:30am. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Lots of individual attention.First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. Healing Circle – 5:30-6:30pm. With Rose. Enjoy universal healing energies in a group. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460. Sound Bath Healing Meditation – 7pm. Join Marissa Dinki and relax with the Crystal Singing Bowls, and other healing frequencies plus Songs of All Love. $20. $75/4. Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.737.4325, UniversalHealingArts.com. Earth Day is April 22

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Green Street Radio – 10am. With Patti and Doug Wood. Environmental news, analysis and sciencebased information. Info: greenstreetradio.com. 99.5 FM and WBAI.org. Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com. Tai Chi & Qigong – 7pm. Instructor, Sifu Gary Renza (35 years). Cultivate ‘life-force’ energy, strengthen body, mind, spirit, improve overall health. $20/Drop-in. Universal Healing Arts at Cortlandt Manor. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com, 914.737.4325. Beginner Qigong Class – 7pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com. Breath, Relax & Slow Flow Yoga – 7:30-8:45 pm. Virtual via zoom. With Jo-Anne Salomone, CYT. A great slow flow with breath movement and deep relaxation.Open level.$12.Info: Jo-Anne 917.364.1871, TheTemperanceCenter.com.

tuesday

Qigong Zoom Class – 9am. With Master David Cunniff. Zoom class. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

wednesday

Virtual Chair YogaShine, Super Gentle, for Senior Adults and Adults with Special Needs/

Health andRecovery concerns–10-11am. Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalu-based, developing curiosity, flexibility, and compassion. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Workshop Wednesdays at Persephone’s Pearl

– 5:30-7pm. A different topic every week. See monthly calendar for topics on a specific date. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460. Gentle Slow Flow Yoga – 7:30pm. A slower, soothing vinyasa practice. Gently open energy lines, soothe the nervous system through pranayama, meditation and movement. $20. Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com, 914.737.4325. Virtual YogaShine for Adults – 7-8:30pm. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Lots of individual attention.First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com.

thursday

The NuSpecian Live – 9:30am. Aston and Jillian talk about health-related topics and NuSpecies products. Viewers can chat during the live show to comment on the topic and ask questions. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/the-nuspecian. Gentle/Moderate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:30-11am. In-person and virtual. With Chris Glover. Gentle, nurturing, yet strengthening. Develops a calm nervous system and embodied awareness thru compassionate self-observation. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org. Wisdom Wellness and Empowerment – 5:306:30pm. Join Rose to enhance the connection of energy work by learning about angels, tarot, crystals and more. Rose helps integrate these into one’s personal practice. $25. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

friday

The NuSpecian Live – 9:30am. Aston and Jillian talk about health-related topics and NuSpecies products. Viewers can chat during the live show to comment on the topic and ask questions. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/the-nuspecian Gentle/Moderate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:30-11am. In-person and virtual. With Chris Glover. Gentle, nurturing, yet strengthening. Develops a calm nervous system and embodied awareness thru compassionate self-observation. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org.

NEW NETWORK

Lorraine Hughes to Teach Gigong Workshop and Classes at Dutchess Yoga

Lorraine Hughes, a HoldenQiGong certified instructor who aligns her teaching with Chinese Medicine, will offer Qi Gong for Emotional Healing: The Six Healing Sounds, on April 16, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., at Dutchess Yoga in Poughkeepsie. The workshop is intended for “anyone who is seeking a way to diffuse, channel or find balance with how they perceive and react emotionally and mentally,” she says. Lorraine Hughes “The impact of negative emotions such as fear, anger, cruelty, impatience, worry, sadness and grief often predominate and have a detrimental effect on the internal organs and glands,” she explains. “This drains our life force and undermine our health. The six healing sounds have an astonishing ability to transform negative emotions into positive life force, or qi.”

The owner of Empowered By Nature, Hughes has taught qigong since 2008. She’ll be teaching qigong at Dutchess Yoga every Friday in April from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. The classes are open to people of all physical abilities. Participants will learn to use simple movements aligned with breath work to alleviate stress and promote flexibility.

In fact, qi gong literally means “breath work” and generally extends to “energy cultivation,” Hughes says. “It’s a general term for highly intentional exercises that circulate, concentrate or otherwise manipulate the various subtle energies of the body, mind and spirit.”

Cost of workshop: $30. Cost of Friday classes: $100 for five. Location: Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Rte. 376, Poughkeepsie, NY. For more info, call the studio at 845.827.3500, email lorrainehughes54@gmail.com or visit EmpoweredByNature.net. QIGONG

Dutchess County Empowered By Nature Lorraine Hughes 845.416.4598 EmpoweredByNature.net

In Balance Concepts Qigong. Tai Chi. Meditation 2505 Rt. 6, St. 108, Brewster 845.803.1992 Inbalancetaichi.com

TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA

Finding Peace Within 420 S. Riverside Ave. Box #223 914.281.2225 visit: tinyurl.com/d96atbuw

YOGA ASSOCIATIONS

Yoga Society of New York Ananda Ashram Monroe, NY 845.782.5575 anandaashram.org

Yoga Teachers Association Workshops 2nd Sat. 1:30 pm Club Fit, Briarcliff Manor, NY and via Zoom yta_communications@ytayoga.com ytayoga.com

YOGA RETREATS

Yoga in the Adirondacks, LLC 2 Coulter Rd, Bakers Mills, NY 518.251.3015;914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com YOGA STUDIOS

ARMONK

NEWYogaShine Kripalu, Mat, Chair, Therapy 914.769.8745, yogashine.com Via ZOOM until further notice

CORTLANDT MANOR

YOGA by Karen Universal Healing Arts 4 Crestview Ave. 914.737.4325 UniversalHealingArts.com

CROSS RIVER

O2 Living Sanctuary 792 Rt. 35 914.763.6320 O2livingsanctuary.com

DOBBS FERRY

Sacred Spirit Yoga & Healing Arts Center 343 Broadway (on campus of South Presbyterian Church) sacredspirityogacenter.org

MAHOPAC

Luna Power Yoga Move. Sweat & Breathe 54 Miller Rd., Ste. 4 845.276.4619; lunapoweryoga.com

Putnam Yoga 30 Tomahawk Street Baldwin Place, Mahopac 845.494.8118 PutnamYoga.com

SOMERS

Zen Garden Health Coaching & Yoga Edit Babboni; CHC, RYT 200 61 Lakeview Dr., Yorktown Heights, NY 917.721.2529 yoga.zengarden@gmail.com

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FRONT DESK / OFFICE MANAGER POSI-

TION at busy chiropractic office in White Plains. Will train right person, but applicant must be punctual, hardworking, fun, charismatic, energetic, goal oriented. Excellent starting salary and high earning potential. Send resume to drgertner@ucc-ny.com.

IS 2022 YOUR YEAR TO BE A PART OF SOMETHING INSPIRING? – Work from home

PT/FT. Be at the intersection of natural wellness, a positive community and the booming work from home e-commerce industry. Cindy Rosenbaum of Rosenbaum Wellness: 914.806.6559.

LANDSCAPE LABORER WANTED - installs, maintenance and creativity. $15 to $20. Putnam County, NY Reflections of Nature 845.489.7250.

VENDORS

5TH MIND BODY SOUL EXPO AT THE SARATOGA CITY CENTER: April 16, 2022

– ISO practitioners and unique modalities invited to join this amazing opportunity. Visit: mindbodysoulexpo.com for more information or contact Gem at mindbodysoulexpony@gmail.com.

AWAKEN WELLNESS FAIR LIVE! April 24,

2022 from 10am to 5pm – Sleepy Hollow Hotel + Conference Center, Tarrytown NY 10591. Vendors, Speakers, Healers. Visit AwakenFair.com.

List Your CLASSIFIED HERE Regional exposure in Westchester, Putnam & Dutchess

july

food connection

learn about marketing opportunities at: 845-593-0065 WakeUpNaturally.com

Virtual Chair YogaShine, Super Gentle, for Senior Adults and Adults with Special Needs/

Health andRecovery concerns–10-11am. Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalu-based, developing curiosity, flexibility, and compassion. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. Qi Gong Class – 10:30-11:45am. With Lorraine Hughes. Fridays. Simple movements aligned with breathwork to alleviate stress and promote flexibility. open to everyone, regardless of physical capabilities. $100/5 class package. Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Route 376, Poughkeepsie. Info: EmpoweredByNature.net. Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

saturday

Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 2nd Sat. Open to yoga teachers and students, members and nonmembers. Club Fit, 584 N State Rd, Briarcliff Manor and/or via Zoom. Info: ytayoga.com.

Larchmont Winter 2022 Farmers Market

– 9am-1pm, 1/8-4/16. Metro North upper lot - Chatsworth Av/Myrtle Blvd, Larchmont. Info/ updates: DownToEarthMarkets.com. Ossining Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. YearRound. Near the corner of Spring and Main Streets. Info/updates: downtoearthmarkets.com. Intermediate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:1510:30am. In-person and virtual. With Kathleen Hinge, For more experienced practitioners who desire more of a challenge. Be guided through more advanced postures, and invited to hold poses longer and explore personal variations. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org. Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234. Beginner Kripalu-based Yoga – 10:45am-12noon. In-person and virtual. With Kathleen Hinge. Learn gentle pose sequences, and embodied awareness. Suitable for new students and those with physical limitations or recovering from injury. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org. Aston’s Virtual Office Hours – 4-5pm. Every other Saturday. An open forum for those that are new to NuSpecies or currently on the products to ask any questions they have. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/ webinar-registration

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Dana-NA@WakeUpNaturally.com to request our media kit.

ACCOUNTING/TAX SERVICES

STERNBACH & ROSE, CPAS

115 E. Stevens Ave, Suite 100 Valhalla, NY 10595 914.940.4449; sandrcpa.com Our goal is to help people have less anxiety about managing their finances, to maximize their income and run their businesses better. Giving people a stronger financial foundation can absolutely contribute to a better quality of life. ADDICTION CESSATION

QUIT WITH QUINN

Midtown Manhattan and Garrison Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com Quit with Quinn helps people overcome daily addictions and unwanted habits ranging from sugar, smoking, alcohol, weight loss, to overeating and other compulsive habits. All natural, painless, no medications, needles, or hypnosis. 90% success rate. See ad pg 24.

ACUPUNCTURE

LAURIE R. MALLIS, MD, LAC

SearchLight Medical 2424 Route 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 845.592.4310; SearchLightMedical.com Frustrated with not feeling or looking your best? Let me guide you on your path to better health and well-being. Utilizing: Medical Acupuncture, ONDAMED Biofeedback Therapy, Reiki, Mei Zen Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, weight loss and fertility. See ad pg 19. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

KARLA BOOTH DIAMOND, MAMSAT

Member: Westchester Holistic Network 153 Main St, Suite J, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 914.649.9565; Awareness-in-Action.com Move with ease! The Alexander Technique is an educational method for learning to release patterns of tension that may be causing stress, pain, or poor body usage. Feel lighter and learn to undo compression of the spine and joints.

PERLOVE ACUPUNCTURE+WELLNESS

111 N Central Ave, Ste 270, Hartsdale 27 Radio Cir Dr. #100, Mt. Kisco 914.200.3343; PerloveAcupuncture.com Let’s restore your health together! Personalized treatment plans promote healing through acupuncture, Chinese herbs, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, and Qi Gong. I treat pain, insomnia, anxiety, depression, digestive and skin issues, pre/ post-surgical care, gynecological issues, facial rejuvenation and more. ASTROLOGY

ASTROLOGY INSIGHT

Pamela Cucinell NCGR PAA 917.796.6026; InsightOasis.com Astrology & Tarot with spiritual perspective and a practical twist. Find your way to flow instead of fight; economy of action leads to a beautiful life. Skype, Zoom and phone. See ad pg 18.

An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day. ~Henry David Thoreau AYURVEDA

DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may includesupplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M-F. See ad pg 22.

BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY

SAMANTHA SLOTNICK, OD, FAAO, FCOVD

495 Central Park Ave, Suite 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com A whole-person, holistic approach to vision care, for all ages. Specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation for vision problems which interfere with reading, learning, attention, performance and efficiency. Please visit website for details.

CBD

YOUR CBD OF MT. KISCO

222 E. Main St., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 914.276.5409; YourCBDstoreMtKisco.com YOUR CBD OF WAPPINGERS FALLS

1582 U.S. 9 #5, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.297.0302; CBDWappingers.com Your CBD Store® is the largest hemp retailer in the US. All of our products are USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO and ThirdParty Lab Tested. We offer the highest quality hemp products including CBD Tinctures, Topicals and Water Solubles for people and pets. See ad pg 9.

8 Bacon Place, Yonkers, NY 10710 914.523.7947 Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com PERSONALIZED treatments designed for YOU by Westchester’s only dually licensed practicing Sports Chiropractor and Massage Therapist. Receive a unique combination of muscle work and adjustments not provided elsewhere. Dr. Leigh can help you move and feel better. Get back to the life you love! JEANIE PASQUALE PROFESSIONAL DOWSER

MEMBER: Westchester Holistic Network 845.709.5245 dowsing@househarmony.org HouseHarmony.org Protect yourself from EMFs and other negative energies! A professional dowser can block the negative effects of cell phones, satellite dishes, high-tension wires and more. Moved into a new home? Want to sell? Have unexplained health issues? Call now! 250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.

UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC OF NY

311 North St., Suite 410, White Plains, NY 914.686.6200: ucc-ny.com Dr. Gertner himself suffered with back pain due to an injury. With upper cervical chiropractic treatments, his body began to “heal itself” and the relentless pain that had plagued him quickly left his body. This inspired him to become one of only 5 NUCCA chiropractors in New York, and less than 200 worldwide, currently. He experienced amazing results and he knows you will too. See ad pg 55.

COACH – LIFE

THE LOVING LOTUS

In person or remote sessions 914.557.8213; lovinglotus.org the.loving.lotusx3@gmail.com The Loving Lotus and founder Erika Camilli will help provide an open, positive space to support you to connect to your authentic true self and create the change needed to live the life you’ve always wanted. Sign up for your free consultation.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

JOY MATALON LMT, CST

Locations: Ossining, Garrison 914.519.8138; Joymatalon.com Craniosacral Therapy with Somato Emotional Release allows physical, emotional, and spiritual issues to be intimately explored bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process which continues beyond the session. Experience CST alone or integrated in therapeutic massage. ENERGY HEALING

ANNE H. BENTZEN

Certified Jikiden Reiki Teacher/Practitioner Treatments, Classes and Student Events Custom BACH Flower Essence formulas Energy Counseling, Crystalline grids 25 Broadway, Ste.101, Pleasantville, NY balancing4life.com; 914.588.4079 Health requires energetic balance. Reiki clears stress, reduces pain, inflammation and restores energy flow. Strengthen your immunity. Relieve anxiety. Depression and insomnia. Learn the original Reiki teachings with Jikiden. Private sessions and small classes. See ad pg 18.

FLOATATION THERAPY

RISE ABOVE FLOATATION

111 East Main Street Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.241.1900

A Center For Awareness and Relaxation through Floatation Therapy. Create the ultimate Relaxation Response by removing all stimulation from light, sound, and gravity. Choose from three different float environments to find your perfect experience. Appointments available from 10am to 10pm daily. Free Parking. HAIR SALON

FRESH ORGANIC SALON SOLUTIONS

Hair care, Skincare & Make up 190 Rt 117 By Pass, Bedford, NY 914.242.1928; FreshOrganicSalon.com A healthy approach to beauty and wellness led by Maureen Toohey, Regional Educator for Organic Salon Systems. The fresh team is committed to making your experience fully complete and satisfying, organically. Receive a gift valued at $75 with your 1st color appointment, when you mention Natural Awakenings. See ad pg 15.

HERBAL MEDICINE

LORRAINE HUGHES

Registered Herbalist (AHG) 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598

Lorraine offers Individual Wellness Consultations based on the Chinese Herbal Medicine Paradigm which provides a preventative and individual approach to balanced health. Each “unique” individual protocol will include Chinese, Western, Ayurvedic Herbal remedies and Nutritional planning.

Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678; holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 5. PELLEGRINO INTEGRATIVE CANCER CENTER

4307 Albany Post Rd Hyde Park NY 12538 pellegrinointegrativecancercenter.com Pellegrino Integrative Cancer Center is a collaboration of healthcare practitioners dedicated to delivering the highest standard of conventional, complementary, and alternative medicine. See ad, pg 18.

HOMEOPATHY

SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care. MATTRESSES

DAVIS FURNITURE

Open Mon-Sat. 10-6 2264 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 845.204.9090; DavisFurnitureOnline.com

Do you want a healthier night’s sleep? Visit locally owned Davis Furniture and see their full line of all natural American-made mattresses. For over 90 years they have been giving their customers more, and charging them less. And they’ve once again been voted the best furniture store in the Hudson Valley. See ad pg 6.

HYPNOTHERAPY

LISA BLEASDALE, C.HT

Certified Hypnotherapist Somers, Ny 914.400.9508; lisableasdale.com Willpower often falls short. Hypnotherapy taps into the power of the subconscious mind to transform your life by creating positive changes. Lisa helps individuals with stress reduction, addiction, weight loss, smoking cessation, procrastination, overcoming fears, phobias, anxiety, grief, and divorce. MEDICAL MARIJUANA

LYNN PARODNECK M.D.

Certified Medical Marijuana Practitioner 914.525.6536; DrParodneck@gmail.com DrLynnParodneck.com Evaluations and Consultations; Dr. Parodneck works in compliance with the New York State Compassionate Care Act. She is one of the leading medical marijuana clinicians in New York, with numerous referring specialists and an extensive professional network in the cannabis industry. See ad pg 19. DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: Monday-Friday. See ad pg 22.

NUTRITION

NUSPECIES

Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 Westchester. Long Island. Brooklyn. Jamaica, Caribbean NuSpecies Health Centers provide free health consultations with certified nutritionists/life coaches. We make custom recommendations of our Raw, Organic, Liquid, Natural nutritional formulas and then work with our clients until they achieve their health goals. See ad, pg 2.

OFFICE OF DR. MICHAEL WALD

Dr. Michael Wald, DC, Board Certified Nutritionist 29 King St, 2nd Fl, Chappaqua, NY 10514 914.552.1442 - info@blooddetective.com DrMichaelWald.com; #BloodDetective Dr. Wald is a holistic DC, Nutritionist, and Dietician who’s Blood Detective software, labs and detailed consult help get to the cause(s) of persistent health issues. Conditions include autoimmune, weight loss, antiaging, cancer, GI issues, depression, and more. See ad pg 11.

I had an inheritance from my father; it was the moon and the sun. And though I roam all over the world, the spending of it’s never done. ~Ernest Hemingway

Pamela Hoffman, DPM Glenn B. Weiss, DPM 200 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.232.8880; Katonahpodiatry.com Foot care for people of all ages. Board certified holistic podiatrists who use a comprehensive, integrative approach. Customized treatments utilizing the best of today’s technology combined with nutrition and 30 years of experience.

REFLEXOLOGY

LORRAINE HUGHES

ARCB Certified Reflexologist 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Foot and/or Hand Reflexology sessions are offered with the use of Essential Oils applied to acupuncture points based upon each individual’s presenting pattern. Please refer to Services page on web site for the many benefits of this ancient modality.

REIKI

REIKI CLASSES

Cynthia M Chase, LCSW, Reiki Master 860.395.0284; cynthiachase.com cynthiamchase@gmail.com Manifest yourself as a healer; fulfill your life’s purpose! Cynthia offers personalized classes leading to Reiki levels I, II and Master level. Go to cynthiamchase.com for details. Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 5. Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 5.

SPA

BALANCE DAY SPA

Westchester’s ONLY Certified Green Spa 280 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 914.358.9898; balance-dayspa.com As Westchester County’s ONLY certified green spa, Balance Day Spa has been in business since 2010. We specialize in all aspects of esthetics, including: facials, peels, waxing, tinting, bronzing, aromatherapy, energy healing and makeup.All organic, all the time.

SPIRITUAL CENTER

CHAPEL AT CROTON FALLS

Rev. June Tompkins, Pastor 609 Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY chapelatcrotonfalls.org Join a unique monthly Interfaith Sunday at the Chapel at Croton Falls at 10:30am – Enjoy prayer, music, movement and dialogue. Check our FB page for information on upcoming programs or e-mail Rev. June Tompkins at jtgleneidashore1@ verizon.net. VETERINARY HOSPITAL

EARTH ANGELS VETERINARY HOSPITAL

44 Saint Nicholas Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.227.P-A-W-S (7297) Earthangelsvet.com Where East meets West with compassionate care for a holistic approach to your pet’s health. Offering a wide range of services/ products including wellness exams, nutritional support, alternative cancer therapies, surgery, dentals, acupuncture, CBD products, pet boarding and more on our beautiful 9-acre facility.

WEIGHT LOSS

QUIT WITH QUINN

Addiction-Free Naturally Midtown Manhattan and Garrison Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com Quit with Quinn helps people lose weight by overcoming addiction to sugar and white flour, and compulsive overeating. After treatment, most people experience indifference towards refined sugar, sweets and treats, leading to easy weight loss. 30 years experience. 90% success rate. See ad pg 24.

RETREATS

YOGA IN THE ADIRONDACKS

(YitA) at The Divine Acres “Where Yoga Embraces Nature” 2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; YogaInTheAdirondacks.com YitA at the Divine Acres is a yoga shala – a safe place for healing and becoming healthy within our authentic selves. Eliminate distractions and illuminate positivity to focus on our true intentions. YitA is a place of education and joy, with miniature donkeys and sheep that add love to this divine space. SUPPORT GROUP

SUPPORT CONNECTION

Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Services 914.962.6402; 800.532.4290 Supportconnection.org Support Connection provides free support services to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Services include: One-onone counseling (counselors are also cancer survivors); Support groups; Educational and wellness programs; Webinars; Social gatherings; Referrals; A national toll-free information and support hotline. WELLNESS CENTER

ALTERNATIVE HEALING CLINIC

The Future of Medicine By appt: 914.330.5594 AlternativeHealingClinic.com At Alternative Healing Clinic, Dr. Jordan, NA.D., Ph.D. Naturologist finds causes of sub-health conditions and locates natural solutions that clear acute and chronic issues through an FDA approved non-invasive test creating your effective wellness plans. Free consultation. See ad back cover.