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his is a first for us—this May edition is being published digitally only. But no worries, we will be back printing again soon, we hope with the June edition. For now, please enjoy reading Natural Awakenings online and don’t look for a May printed copy in our magazine racks at the stores.

While we eagerly look forward to Dana Boulanger Marilee Burrell gathering again with friends and neighbors, stay-at-home orders are still in place for New York, so in the meantime, we’ve got ideas for things you can do from home: 1) Start a veggie garden. It’s not too late to put in a new garden this year. In fact, May is a great month to start growing your very own hyper-local organic food. Now is the time to put in tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, basil seedlings and more. It’s also not too late to plant greens like lettuce and kale, which are super easy to grow and will do well in a garden patch or balcony pot where there’s not a lot of sunlight. You can find structures for small raised beds online that make growing veggies really easy. Just add bagged organic soil and compost and you’re good to go. If that’s too difficult, how about sprouting? That’s another fun and healthy project that allows you to inexpensively and easily access a superfood right from your kitchen counter.

2)Try a cleanse. If you haven’t tried a cleanse before because you thought it would be hard to do at work—well, now you can. Because our bodies accumulate heavy metals, pesticides, plastics and other toxins throughout our lives, safely removing these toxins is a great practice for preventing chronic disease. Last month Anthony William published his new book, Cleanse to Heal, and as I write this, I am on day four of his new 3:6:9 cleanse. People who know me know that I’m a little bit obsessed with William’s teachings, since they have been instrumental in turning my health around over the past few years. So I was excited to write an article about his approach to healing from autoimmune diseases. Please read “Healing from Autoimmune Illnesses” on page 39.

3) Start a new exercise program if you haven’t yet. Find fitness professionals on page 57.

4) Join a free inspirational Zoom meeting with psycho-spiritual therapist Cynthia Chase.

See page 12 for details.

5) Take a free PULSE call with Janet Alona Catalina on any Monday night in May. She’ll guide you through her system for releasing fears and envisioning an even better future for yourself and the world. See page 9 to learn how to join a free call.

6) Consult a beauty expert for do-it-yourself skin- and hair-care tips. To learn more, read Maureen Toohey’s article, “Fresh Organic Beauty on a Budget—At Home,” on page 18.

7) Do an Ayurvedic seasonal detox with Dr. Somesh Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician in Cross River. See page 16 for details.

8) Ignite your creativity. If you always wanted to dive into an art project but didn’t have the time or direction, consider getting guidance and inspiration from Susan Spillo. She offers creative classes through Zoom. Read more on page 14.

9) Make mindfulness a habit. Now is the perfect time to explore mindfulness, meditation and connecting with nature with a daily practice.

Be sure to check out our news briefs to read about rescheduled events and big news about Omega. And we’re always updating the event listings on our online calendar at WakeUpNaturally.com, so check in often to stay up to date.

I’m grateful to those in our community and their efforts for the greater good these past months, and how individuals and local businesses continue to find innovative ways to help each other from a distance. And I’m optimistic for our shared future. Our strength is in this kindness and common sense of purpose. Let’s keep it going.

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Contents 26 SOUL NOURISHMENT The Kitchen As Sacred Space

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36 HEALING THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Autoimmune Breakthroughs Offer New Hope

39 HEALING FROM

AUTOIMMUNE ILLNESSES

with Anthony William

42 THE MATRIX OF LIFE

Boosting Collagen for Better Health

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44 EYE CARE FOR KIDS A Clear Path to Healthy Vision

46 FLOWER WOW-ER Beautiful Floral Designing

48 JONATHAN SAFRAN FOER

on Conscious Eating to Save the Planet

50 ACUPUNCTURE

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FOR ANIMALS

Needles Work Wonders on Pets

52 FINDING CALM During Trying Times

54 DANCING TO YOUR OWN DRUMMER

The Healing Power of Movement

DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 20 health briefs 22 global briefs 24 eco tip 26 conscious

eating 42 healing ways 44 healthy kids 46 green living 6

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Omega Suspends Rhinebeck Programs until 2021

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Rescheduled Events in our Area

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ark your calendar! As the coronavirus starts tapering off in New York, event planners are cautiously rescheduling their big events. Here’s a small list we’ve found so far:

Green Ossining’s 10th annual Earth Day Festival, Westchester County’s largest community-run Earth Day event, is now slated for September 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Held on the banks of the Hudson River at Louis Engel Waterfront Park, this free festival is hosted and organized by Green Ossining with the assistance of the Town and Village of Ossining. For updates and more info, visit GreenOssining.org.

The Awaken Wellness Fair, the longrunning “body-mind-spirit-green expo” originally planned for April, is currently rescheduled for July 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown. Up until July 25, discount-rate appointments with readers and healers at the event can be made online at AwakenFair.

Fullslate.com. For an immediate reading, phone sessions are available; send an email to AwakenUSA@aol.com.

Pitch in for Parks 2020, usually held on Earth Day, has been bumped to October 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted

by Westchester Parks Foundation and the Westchester County Parks Department, this one-day program welcomes volunteers to take on special projects in parks throughout the county by painting, raking, preparing and planting flower beds, clearing trails and shorelines, restoring wildlife habitats and removing invasive vines from trees. For more info, visit https://www.thewpf.org/event/pitch-infor-parks-2020/.

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fter originally announcing that it would delay the opening of its Rhinebeck campus until June 28, Omega Institute for Holistic Studies has now extended the delay until 2021. Omega CEO Robert “Skip” Backus said in a statement that the Institute’s commitment to protecting the well-being of its staff, faculty and participants, as well as the larger The Omega Institute for Holistic Studies in Rhinebeck community, was central to the decision, as was the need to adhere to New York’s phased approach and timeline for re-opening businesses in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“This is the most challenging yet necessary decision Omega has ever had to make,” said Backus, who’s been with the nonprofit for more than 35 years. “The yearning to get back to normal is natural, but gathering places like ours have a responsibility to put safety first.”

While it’s temporarily closing its physical campus, Omega is ramping up its online learning, building its digital community and leverage partnerships to reach a wider global audience with fewer barriers to access. Omega’s leadership team will also focus on energizing the 2021 campus experience, to bring in programs focused on healing from trauma and grief, stoking creativity, reimagining personal and professional futures and reinvigorating the culture.

“There is a profound opportunity to learn from the pandemic,” Backus said. “As we turn towards the recovery, Omega is committed to bringing forward critical conversations and teachings—programs that will help people gain the skills to open their minds and hearts and develop resilience, wisdom and courage. Developing these kinds of inner skills leads us outward into more meaningful connections with all people, all of life, and to the planet itself.”

The organization expressed a goal of using partnerships and technology to further scale its impact and advance solutions to some of humanity’s most pressing problems.

Online offerings aimed at uplifting the human spirit and providing strength and inspiration have already begun, including conversations with top teachers, online courses, a podcast and the Omega online community.

“We are grateful to our teachers for rallying and to our participants for their flexibility and interest in having a virtual Omega experience,” Backus said. “At a time when the wisdom of our teachers is so vitally needed, we are thrilled to offer new options.”

However, Omega estimates that pausing its in-person events will result in a multimillion-dollar fiscal deficit that will pose a threat to its future and impact the many farms, vendors and suppliers it works with regionally. This comes on the heels of serious cost-cutting measures the nonprofit has already taken, including reducing staff salaries and hours and implementing furloughs.

In response, Omega is launching a special fundraising campaign to enable it to continue its mission to “awaken the best in the human spirit.” Those interested in making a donation should visit eOmega.org/givetoday or email development@eOmega.org for more information.

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United Way Coordinates Essential Needs Aid in Westchester and Putnam

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n addition to running its 211 Helpline, which connects hundreds of people a day with organizations that are providing food, medical resources, child care or other essential needs during the pandemic, United Way of Westchester and Putnam has created a special fund through which it will award grants of up to $5,000 to not-for-profits that are aiding the most vulnerable. It is also holding food drives in Westchester and United Way volunteer makes delivery hard-hit Putnam County, where food to homebound senior. banks have closed.

So far it has delivered more than 40,000 pounds of food in addition to making home deliveries of food to seniors and immune-compromised citizens.

Hillside Food Outreach, which delivers healthy food to Westchester and Putnam residents who are homebound and have limited income, was one of the organizations that received a grant.

“We are so thankful for the grant from the United Way of Westchester and Putnam.

It will be a tremendous help, as our emergency food distribution has increased 1,200 percent since the crisis began,’’ says Hillside Food Outreach Executive Director Kathy Purdy.

One Westchester resident, a widowed, disabled senior with a compromised immune system, says she called 211 and United Way put her in contact with a nonprofit that delivered groceries to her apartment the next day.

“Oh my god, I had no idea that there was a program out there to help me get my food,” she says. “Thank you and everyone at 211 for finding it for me and connecting me to them. You are all angels.”

“As this health crisis continues to evolve, I keep reminding myself to manage life one day at a time and maintain my perspective on what is truly important,” says Tom Gabriel, president and CEO of United Way of Westchester and Putnam. “To me, it’s family, friends, colleagues and the privilege of helping others.”

For more info, visit uwwp.org.

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or those who are feeling scared, restless or helpless, or who want to help rid the planet of Covid-19 pandemic, Janet Alona Catalina, co-founder of PULSE Manifestation and PULSE Empowerment, is offering a free call every Monday at 8 p.m. During the call, she will guide listeners through the PULSE process to help them let go of their fears, helplessness and worries and envision a positive and even better future for themselves and the world.

A licensed clinical social worker, Catalina says that PULSE is the culmination of her lifelong work to help people move into unlimited possibilities. She feels the pandemic presents an opportunity to use PULSE to help people and the planet.

“In this time of great uncertainly, as Covid-19 is making its way around the globe, we must all come together for support,” she says. “What’s particularly exciting about this special PULSE call is that it has the potential not only to help individuals, but also to help the planet get past the pandemic. Everyone is welcome on these calls, whether they have taken a PULSE workshop before or not.” She encourages those interested to join in and invite anyone they feel could benefit from it.

To join, call 515.606.5313 a few minutes before 8 p.m. and use access code 165677. For more info, visit PulseManifestation.com.

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local briefs

Reflections of Nature Sustainable Landscaping That Connects You to Nature

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eflections of Nature, owned by naturalist and landscape artist Michael Gulbrandsen, blazes hiking trails from customers’ home throughout their property. We asked Gulbrandsen to describe the unique services he offers:

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 We can create a natural trail through the forest that minimizes the environmental impact but maximizes the connection to nature.

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reative individuals that would like to see their work featured on the cover of a nationally distributed magazine now have an exceptional opportunity. Natural Awakenings is extending a call for cover art and accepting submissions online via a dedicated webpage. Now in its 26th year, the franchised, monthly, healthy living publication that’s available in more than 70 U.S. markets is known for eye-catching covers that feature original works by artists from around the world.

“This is an exciting opportunity for artists to be featured on one of our covers and reach a huge new audience because our monthly readership exceeds 2.5 million,” says founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman.

Selected artists that grant permission to have their work appear on a cover are featured in a one-third page, professionally written “Cover Artist” bio-style piece that describes the artist and includes their contact information.

Natural Awakenings covers reflect monthly editorial themes and a variety of selections are distributed to all franchise publishers so they can choose which they want to use. “Our covers are creative and help convey our mission of mapping out alternate routes to a healthier, happier and longer life,” says Bruckman. “Art that is inspiring, uplifting and occasionally whimsical can unlock our imagination and nurture our spirit.”

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 We create stone-and-timber steps so you can climb up to high places from which you can look down and survey your world.  We create spaces along the trail to raise a person’s curiosity, like magical doorways in trees or tunnels through mountain laurels.

Entrance Abor and Dream Catcher

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 We make benches from milled logs and branches.

 We bring our trails adjacent to large fallen trees, so travelers can stop along the way, where there’s a natural focus for talk and dreams and thought.  We built bridges from downed trees to give you access to remote parts of your property.  We place activity nodes along the trail, such as waterfalls, fire pits or meditation spots.  We create entrance arbors and portals from dead branches and grapevines.  We create Zen views of rock masses and waterfalls to build anticipation for arrival.

“Upon completion, you can walk the trail and become one with nature by listening to its whispers, seeing the littlest details and feeling the magic of your property,” he says.

Michael Gulbrandsen bench from milled logs and branches

To reach Michael Gulbrandsen, call 845.489.7250, email Walkingthetrail16@gmail.com or visit LandscapingWithNature.com. See ad, page 54.

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Empowered by Nature Offers Virtual Services and Discounted Gift Cards

by Lorraine Hughes

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ll of us have undergone and are still undergoing many changes in our lives, affecting our perspective as to how to take care of ourselves and what our futures will look like. What should be very evident to us all is the critical importance of preventive health—shoring up our immune systems by making mindful choices and changes through lifestyle, diet, exercise, community and spirituality. The present time is always the best time to optimize our health and happiness.

That being said, I would like to honor women’s wellness during the month of May by offering certain virtual services at a 50 percent discount. Even as I write this article, I’m not sure when I will be able to see clients in person in my office. However, wellness consultations and Reiki can be offered virtually using Zoom technology.

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My Virtual Wellness Consultation rate for May 2020 is $75 for 60 to 90 minutes. That includes full intake-form completion and food diary submitted with other requests prior to appointment. A 30-minute Virtual Reiki session is $25.

In addition, I’m offering gift certificates for reflexology, acupoint aromatherapy and wellness consultations in May and June 2020 only at a 20 percent discount for services to be performed (hopefully) in the near future. Gift certificates will expire at the end of March 2021.

Here is the pricing for gift certificates purchased in May and June 2020: ►Reflexology Sessions: 1 hour – $60 ►Acupoint Aromatherapy: 45 minutes – $45 ►Reflexology combined with Acupoint Aromatherapy: $75 – 1 hour ►R & R for the Sole (Reiki and Reflexology combined): $70 – 1 hour ►Wellness Consultation: $120 – 1.5 to 2 hours Lorraine Hughes, RH (AHG), herbalist and reflexologist, is sole proprietor of Empowered By Nature, based in Wappingers Falls, NY. For more information, contact her by email at lorrainehughes54@gmail.com or via the contact page on her website, EmpoweredByNature.net.

Correction

In our April issue, we accidentally ran the photo of Mary Elaine from Light Source Connection, with a news brief headlined “Mindfulness Guide Offers Support Through Online Course.” The correct picture, of mindfulness guide Raditia Lasry, is the second picture on the right. Our apologies for the confusion.

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Custom Candle Co and CBD Live Natural Offering Pickup Orders

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ustom Candle Co and CBD Live Natural, in Bedford Hills, are open for curbside pickup orders. Simply visit CustomCandleCo.com, call them at 914.218.8357, or email them at info@customcandleco.com or info@cbdlivenatural. com, with the products that you would like to order and your contact information, and they will contact you with your total so you can provide your credit card information.

Curbside pickup orders are available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday and Saturday.

“We want to extend our appreciation for your continued support and want you to know that you can count on us for all your candle and CBD products,” says owner Marci Manfredonia. “We understand anxiety levels are high and want everyone to be able to remain in a calm and healthy state. CBD is known for its antiviral, antiinflammatory and antibacterial properties.

It is also an effective treatment for nausea and can aid with anxiety relief and pain relief. At this time our prayers and well wishes are with you all.”

Custom Candle Co and CBD Live Natural carry a wide range of products, including oils, tinctures, gummies, capsules and creams, plus a full line of vitamins and supplements by Garden of Life, also available for order on their website.

Location: Custom Candle Co, 25 Depot Plaza, Bedford Hills, NY. For more info or questions about any product, call 914.218.8356 to speak to a customer service specialist. See ad, page 37.

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In-Spirit Zoom Support Meetings Offered at No Cost in May

n this time of global crisis, psycho-spiritual therapist Cynthia Chase has set up weekly inspirational Zoom meetings on Saturdays from 1 to 2 p.m. where people can meet online, focus on the positive and identify opportunities for growth. Meetings through May will be free of cost; after that they will be based on voluntary donation. Those interested can contact her to request a Zoom ID to join the meetings.

“We meditate and in creative ways promote our centeredness, grounding and spiritual access,” Chase says. “You are the healer you’ve been looking for. At a time of such change and turbulence, we are presented with an opportunity to increase our intuition, discover the power within and ignite the purpose of our higher selves. The world needs us now, and the good news is that the healer is within us all. What is needed is an experienced guide to help illuminate the path as we discover it. As a seasoned traveller on the road of life, I assist and guide in developing our inherent capacity and ability to heal. This creative fusion of enlightened practices from East and West fosters trust in ourselves and the universe, and opens the inner door to wisdom.

Self-limiting blockages and belief systems

Cynthia Chase are released so that we are free to live the manifestation of our most cherished dreams.”

A licensed clinical social worker with a master’s degree in social work, Chase has been a psycho-spiritual therapist for

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more than 30 years. She is trained as a psychoanalyst, psychotherapist and Reiki Master/trainer. She has integrated her psychoanalytic background with energy healing in a unique practice called Reiki Fusion.

Her individually designed classes lead to the certification of Reiki Level I, II and Master. “The first-level classes allow self-healing, while the second empowers us to promote healing in others as well,” she says. “The third, or Master level, allows for the highest level of integration to teach others and empower others on their path.”

She offers classes in person (when appropriate) and virtually at a time that is mutually convenient.

“Reiki classes will empower you as a healer; boost your natural intuitive and healing abilities; allow healing of yourself, your friends, your loved ones, the animals and the natural world; and promote clarity and the realization of our most cherished dreams,” she says.

The fee for each two-hour class is $150.

There are three classes leading to Reiki I certification, three classes leading to Reiki II certification and four classes leading to Master-level certification.

Chase also offers one-day retreats at the Ixchel Center, in Hartsdale (dates TBA). The cost is $95. The next weekend beach retreat in Old Lyme, Connecticut, is scheduled for October, at a cost of $495 for the weekend. The retreat will offer a combination of breath work, movement, dance and Reiki Fusion sessions.

For updates and more information, contact Cynthia Chase at 860.395.0284 or cynthiamchase@gmail.com, visit CynthiaMChase.com, or find Cynthia M Chase Reiki Healing on Facebook.

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Take an Art Break from Technology Creativity Eases Stress and Builds a Sense of Accomplishment

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don’t know about you, but I am much in need of a break from ZOOM meetings.

Taking time out to make something—which builds self-esteem and a sense of self-expression—is invaluable for our health and happiness. Expressing our feelings creatively helps relieve anxiety and lowers the body’s level of cortisol, that unhealthy stress hormone. Research has shown that just 45 minutes of creating can significantly reduce stress. It brings happiness and good health—and it’s a fun way to accomplish something while getting away from technology.

Art has increasingly become a therapeutic method for enhancing health and wellbeing by alleviating stress or personal pain.

As they make the shift to work from home, some people don’t realize how much they need to engage in creative activity—to allow themselves to take a break from their business. Where words fail, the language of visual art can be heard more clearly and distinctly; it’s a more powerful and an effective way to communicate. Art has increasingly become a therapeutic method

for enhancing health and well-being by alleviating stress or personal pain.

The other day I was speaking to someone who is now working from home.

“It’s meeting after meeting,” she told me—in other words, all that Zooming was actually increasing her stress at a time when she didn’t need more of it. So I sent her one of my Creative Kits—a paint-yourown birdhouse. Here are her words after she took time out with it: “You were a raft in my storm.”

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If anyone wants to Zoom a creative class, just say so and we can. private parties, assisted-living facilities, and community spaces such as Kent Library and Ardsley Multipurpose Center, and for various organizations such as Support Connection and Gilda’s Club. Now I’ve turned many of those classes into Creative Kits that are directly delivered to the customer’s door: a design-your-own silk scarf, jewelry or straw hat; a DIY mosaic with stones, tiles, gems and a display board; make-your-own soap, and more. All supplies and directions are included. No prior art experience is needed. (Visit CreateWithSusan.com and click on Classes to see a full list of available kits.)

Of course if anyone wants to Zoom a creative class, just say so, and we can.

I’m looking forward to getting back to my business of the past five years: hosting classes at my home studio for people wanting to blend social and creative time, and visiting groups, businesses and other gatherings in the Tri-State area. My first step in that regard will be an en plein air class (a traditional French school of painting outdoors). I do teach painting classes, and I would like to talk about and paint like some famous en plein air artists, such as Monet, Freida Khelo and Alice Neel.

But judging from the response I’ve gotten to my Creative Kits, I’ve decided they’re here to stay. I realize that even when this shelter-at-home crisis is all over, some people just want to stay home in their pajamas and be creative after traveling around for work all week. People should enjoy themselves in their own way. Whatever is best for them, I have them covered!

Your work is to go forth into this physical environment looking for things that are a vibrational match to joy, connecting to Source Energy, and then following with the inspired action. ~ Abraham-Hicks

Susan Spillo is the owner of Create with Susan, 44 Lakeview Ave., Hartsdale, NY. For more info, contact her at 914.772.2273 or createwithsusan@ yahoo.com, visit CreateWithSusan.com, or visit her on Facebook at Create with Susan or on Twitter @sspillo2.

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Boost Immunity with an Ayurvedic Seasonal Detox

by Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Physician

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yurveda’s approach to keeping the immune system strong is maintaining a balance of body, mind and spirit. One way to achieve this is by incorporating a seasonal detox into your health program. Seasonal changes disrupt the body’s equilibrium, and detoxing will help the body adjust to those changes.

The signature Ayurvedic detoxification program is panchakarma, a series of therapies that loosen toxins and remove them from the body through the skin, urine or feces. One of the therapies, swedana, uses steam and medicinal herbs specific to the patient’s condition.

At Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic & Naturopathic Clinic, swedana is enhanced with the

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During a swedana treatment, the steam opens the skin’s pores and the ozone seeps through to reach fat, lymph and blood cells, allowing toxins to be released. use of ozone. This combination of steam, herbs and ozone provides an accelerated detox. Ozone has multiple mechanisms of action that stimulate detoxification and provide healing. Ozone reduces inflammation by mobilizing the body’s antioxidant defense mechanism and immobilizing free radicals that cause damage to our bodies.

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Because it activates cytokines, the immune-related messenger molecules, ozone is a potent immune-system regulator.

Balancing an overactive or underactive immune system can be helpful in all chronic or acute conditions.

We know that an adequate amount of oxygen is critical for bodily functions.

Without that amount the body does not function at its optimal level and becomes vulnerable to pathogens and illness. In addition, ozone increases the amount of oxygen in our red blood cells thereby increasing our energy level. And, by repairing and rejuvenating the body at the cellular level, ozone is one of the most powerful antiaging therapies.

Ayurveda is the science of life and it has a very basic, simple kind of approach, which is that we are part of the universe and the universe is intelligent and the human body is part of the cosmic body. ~Deepak Chopra

During a swedana treatment, the steam opens the skin’s pores and the ozone seeps through to reach fat, lymph and blood cells, allowing toxins to be released.

The body is detoxed and oxygenated at the same time. Swedana with ozone increases circulation, reduces inflammation, relaxes muscles, rejuvenates tissues, relieves stress and improves digestion and mobility. And since toxins are stored in fat tissue, their removal results in the loss of fat as well.

Swedana can be used individually for the treatment of many chronic conditions or in combination with the other components of panchakarma for a fully effective detoxification program. A full detox program may include diet, supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy and lifestyle counseling, including therapeutic yoga exercises, breathing techniques and tips for maintaining a positive attitude.

It is important to undertake a detox program with a practitioner who has experience with the process to avoid pitfalls, as a regimen that works for one may not work for another. Dr. Kaushik’s clinic is now open five days a week to accommodate patient schedules and provide swedana along with the other therapies of panchakarma.

Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic is located at 792 Route 35, Cross River, NY. For more info, call the clinic Monday through Friday at 914.875.9088, email drkaushik@drkaushik.com, or visit DrKaushik.com. See ad, page 21.

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Skin Care

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Many people are experiencing overactive skin—skin that is excessively dry or breaks out, or skin sensitivity. With everyone shopping online for skin products, I’m quite concerned. A solution that’s great for everyone is Arbonne’s new SuperCalm and InnerCalm, to soothe and promote proper skin balance.

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Fresh Organic Beauty on a Budget—At Home

by Maureen Toohey

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eauty is a state of mind. How you feel on the inside conveys on the outside. Guiding individuals to a more holistic way of approaching beauty and wellness has been my life’s work for more than 35 years.

Unfortunately, in the pursuit of beauty and wellness, many women subject their bodies to a multitude of toxic chemicals. It can be very stressful in itself just reading all the labels on beauty products, or trying to choose between the endless products online that claim to be organic. So many have catchy marketing that sounds believable, yet they don’t deliver. That’s where speaking to an expert in organic beauty comes in handy. A holistic personal-care provider offers services that go beyond a stunning balayage or radiant color.

I help people simplify their beauty routine through home spa treatments. I regularly recommend the following tips and products, which leave an inner and outer glow that comes from having healthy skin, hair and body.

Exfoliation

As toxins are released through the skin, exfoliating your entire body is key to releasing toxins, increasing cell renewal, improving circulation and boosting immunity.

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Rescue and renew your skin with a detox scrub and detox mask for the face, cuticles, hands and feet.

Scalp health is so important to our overall well-being. Environmental pollutants build up on the scalp, inhibiting its function of releasing toxins and chemical overload. Infrequent cleansing of the scalp, questionable ingredients in hair products, and toxic hair dyes, just to name a few stressors, can cause hair loss, dandruff and excess sebum.

Detoxification

I always recommend a 30- to 60-day detox for the entire body. Bloating, weight gain, skin that breaks out or looks dull and lifeless—for all these problems, detoxing offers one complete prescription. One to two months of good hydration and balanced meals will produce radiant skin and healthy hair and body.

Oway Sunway Hair & Body is the go-to product line for anyone wanting to detoxify the body and replenish vital nutrients and antioxidants for protection and moisture balance. It offers one complete system to restore a more youthful appearance.

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To refresh your hair color at home, here are some solutions. Try a color-enhancing shampoo to tone, brighten and condition.

Blondes can use O&M’s Conquer Blonde Silver Shampoo followed by Power Plant deep-penetrating conditioner; brunettes can try a chestnut Oway Hair Mask. Or here’s a natural alternative for brunettes: Pour some coffee in a squeeze bottle with conditioner, apply it to the hair and leave it in for 20 minutes or longer.

To get little sun-kissed reflections in natural hair, add fresh lemon juice to prewashed damp hair, blow dry, then rinse with apple cider vinegar. Follow up with a sun-care hair mask. Leave it on for 20 minutes, rinse and squeeze dry. Do not rub aggressively or dry-brush curls; that can cause breakage. To style, apply Oway curly potion or Arbonne curling cream for softer waves or curls.

If you really need to hide those grays until your next salon visit, your best choice for easy color matching is Kevin Murphy root touch-up spray.

My in-salon treatments go deeper, but you can practice these self-care beauty rituals on a budget at home to improve your overall wellness from the inside out.

If you really want to restart your personalcare routine to help your body work more efficiently, set up an appointment with me.

I’ll help you choose the best treatments to achieve the perfect balance of beauty and wellness.

Maureen Toohey is a holistic beauty service provider and educator and the owner of Fresh Organic Salon, in Bedford Hills. To ask questions or schedule a virtual consultation, email her at maureen@freshorganicsalon.com. To find promotions and discounts, visit FreshOrganicSalon.com. To purchase the beauty products recommended in this article, visit HolisticHairTribe.com (and enter stylist partner code HHT2533) or JuliaHerzog.Arbonne.com. See ad, page 47.

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In a study of 76 people with mildly high total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, research published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine found that consuming 30 milliliters of vinegar made from date pulp and pits daily for four weeks significantly improved total cholesterol, LDL, triglyceride and HDL levels, as well as several biomarkers of inflammation.

A new Harvard study of 746 young sperm donors reports that men that exercise more have better sperm quality.

The men, with an average age of 26, at least a high school education and no radiation exposure or sexually transmitted diseases, were qualified to donate to a sperm bank in their area. Compared to men that seldom exercised, those that reported the most total exercise and logged the most time doing intense workouts had better sperm motility, which increases the chances for sperm to move through the female reproductive tract to reach an egg.

Supplementation with quercetin, a plant pigment found in capers, cilantro, fennel, onions, red leaf lettuce, watercress, elderberries, asparagus, kale, cocoa, apples and chia seeds, can significantly reduce both diastolic and systolic blood pressure, lowering each by about three milliliters/Hg, reports a new review of research published in the Oxford Academic Journal, of 17 clinical studies that tested 896 participants.

Quercetin also improved HDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels when consumed for eight weeks or more.

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Fewer than seven hours of sleep for a child is not only linked to anxiety, depression, impulsiveness and cognitive difficulties, but also impacts a child’s brain structure, suggests new research from the UK’s Warwick University published in Molecular Psychiatry. Researchers used data that included MRI scans of more than 11,000 children ages 9 to 11 from 21 centers in the U.S. Parents also provided information about their child’s sleep duration and mental health conditions, and children performed a battery of cognitive tests. Researchers found that compared to children that slept between the recommended nine and 11 hours, those receiving less than seven hours had 53 percent more behavioral problems and scored 7.8 percent lower on cognitive tests. In children that slept less, volumes were smaller in five brain regions. Children that slept longer showed less depression and higher cognitive scores, and felt safer and more secure in their homes and neighborhoods.

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Watch Out: Rapid Weather Changes Boost Flu Risk

Eat Less Sulfur Amino Acids to Reduce Heart Disease Risk A plant-based diet low in such sulfur amino acid foods as meat, dairy, nuts and soy may be key to lowering the risk of heart disease, concludes a study from the Penn State University College of Medicine. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins; a subcategory called sulfur amino acids plays integral roles in metabolism. Researchers correlated diets and blood biomarkers of more than 11,000 participants from a national study and found people that ate foods containing fewer sulfur amino acids tended to have a decreased risk for cardiometabolic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. They also found that the average American consumes almost two-and-a-half times more sulfur amino acids than the estimated average requirement. “People who eat lots of plant-based products like fruits and vegetables will consume lower amounts of sulfur amino acids,” says lead author Zhen Dong, a doctor of public health.

Confirming this, a Northwestern Medicine and Cornell University study in JAMA Internal Medicine found that every two servings of red meat, processed meat or poultry per week increased cardiovascular disease risk by 3 to 7 percent. For every two servings of red meat or processed meat per week, the risk of death from any cause was increased by 3 percent. The findings, based on an analysis of six studies involving 29,682 people, contradict a controversial study published last year that recommended people not reduce the amount of red meat and processed meat they eat. “Everyone interpreted that it was okay to eat red meat, but I don’t think that is what the science supports,” says senior study author Norrina Allen, a professor of preventive medicine at Northwestern.

Rapid weather swings as a result of climate change raise the risk of flu virus infections and epidemics, reports a study from Florida State University and international researchers. Tracing weather patterns and infection rates during a 20-year period in the U.S., China, Italy and France, scientists found that extreme fluctuations in weather during the autumn months of 2017 essentially kick-started that winter’s severe flu epidemic, implying, “The lapsed human immune system in winter caused by rapidly changing weather makes a person more susceptible to flu virus,” says lead author Zhaohua Wu, a professor of meteorology. The study warned that as weather variability increases, Europe could see a 50 percent increase in deaths tied to flu by the end of the century, but added that factoring in weather variability could help public health planning.

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If Australia can grow enough of the puffy, pink Asparagopsis taxiformis seaweed for every cow in Australia, the country could cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 10 percent.

That’s the conclusion the University of the Sunshine Coast (Australia) seaweed research group leader Associate Professor Nick Paul. The cows burp out methane, but, “When added to cow feed at less than two percent of the dry matter, this particular seaweed completely knocks out methane production. It contains chemicals that reduce the microbes in the cows’ stomachs that cause them to burp when they eat grass,” he says. Cows are known to eat seaweed. “This seaweed has caused a lot of global interest, and people around the world are working to make sure the cows are healthy, the beef and the milk are good quality,” Paul notes.

“But the one missing step, the big thing that is going to make sure this works at a global scale, is to make sure we can produce the seaweed sustainably.”

Life Perseveres

New Bird Species Found on Remote Island

Although thousands of species have been identified and finding new taxa like birds, is rare, a study published in the journal Science describes five new songbird species and five new subspecies found on a single small island near Sulawesi, Indonesia, during a six-week expedition. Scientists targeted the area because of its geological history and complexity, and the historical notes of other explorers.

Two factors that contributed to the description of the large number of species in a small geographic area included knowledge of geographical land connections that helped pinpoint isolated islands likely to harbor substantial endemism and accounts of historic collectors such as British naturalist Alfred Wallace. The findings suggest that human understanding of biogeographically complex regions remains incomplete.

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New research from the University of Sheffield in the UK published in Scientific Reports suggests that individual members of a bee swarm behave like neurons in a human brain.

The scientists applied a theoretical model commonly used to study human psychology to the behavior of bee colonies, and they believe that studying “bee speak” could inform us about how our own minds make decisions. In the field of psychophysics, Weber’s law describes a relationship between the size of a stimulus and noticeable increases in its magnitude.

This general rule about stimulus and perception has been observed in birds, fish and even the collective behavior of simpler organisms, but not in whole clusters of tiny brains such as an insect hive. To investigate its role in the decision-making processes of the European honey bee (Apis mellifera), the researchers watched hives split apart and hunt for new homes. Among bees, the process of choosing a hive comes down to the interactions of scout bees communicating their discoveries through a visual display of body wiggles. “The study also supports the view of bee colonies as being similar to complete organisms,” says computer scientist and lead author Andreagiovanni Reina.

Charging Ahead

New Batteries From Fruit Waste

Carbon aerogels that exhibit high specific surface areas, high proportions of mesopores and significant levels of nitrogen doping have been developed for the first time using waste from durian fruit and jackfruit scraps using a chemical-free, green synthesis procedure. According to the Journal of Energy Storage, the electrodes also displayed longterm cycling stability and rapid charge–discharge processes. Both electrodes are attractive candidates for the next generation, high-performance, yet low-cost supercapacitors for energy storage devices derived from biowastes.

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Jolly Good

King of Bhutan Requests Selfless Gift

The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, turned 40 years old on February 21.

Rather than ask for gifts, he asked his people to either plant a tree, adopt a stray animal or clean up their neighborhood in his honor.

The Himalayan nation is consistently ranked one of the most eco-friendly countries in the world. In May 2016, Wangchuck and his wife celebrated the birth of their firstborn son by asking each of the nation’s households to plant a sapling, resulting in more than 108,000 trees planted.

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Wildness a Big Factor in Urban Parks

A new study led by the University of Washington (UW) has found that not all forms of nature are created equal when considering benefits to people’s well-being.

Experiencing wildness is particularly important for physical and mental health, according to the study published in the journal Frontiers in Sustainable Cities. This is the first study to show that wildness in urban areas is profoundly important for human well-being. “The wilder areas in an urban park seem to be affording more benefits to people, and their most meaningful interactions depended on those relatively wild features,” says lead author Elizabeth Lev, a graduate student in the UW School of Environmental and Forest Sciences.

Senior author Peter Kahn, a UW professor of environmental and forest sciences and psychology, says, “Everywhere, development is chipping away at wild areas. Humanity has caused so much destruction and there’s no stopping it—unless we stop. We’re trying to show that if you’re going to develop an area, you at least need to understand the human costs.” The researchers hope studies like this can be used as part of the decisionmaking process for development proposals in parks and urban natural areas. They compiled their analysis methods into a handbook that can be used in other cities around the world.

Financial Fix

Great Britain Coal Use Falls With Carbon Tax

A tax on carbon dioxide emissions in Great Britain has led to the proportion of electricity generated from coal falling from 40 percent to 3 percent over six years, according to research led by University College London (UCL) and the University of Cambridge. In a report entitled The Value of International Electricity Trading, researchers showed the British Carbon Price Support tax caused electricity generated from coal to fall from 13.1 terawatt hours (TWh) in 2013 to 0.97 TWh in September 2019, and that coal was replaced by other less emission-heavy forms of generation such as gas. The decline in coal generation accelerated substantially after the tax was increased in 2015. The tax is one part of the Total Carbon Price, which also includes the price of EU Emissions Trading System permits. Project leader Dr. Giorgio Castagneto Gissey, of the Bartlett Institute for Sustainable Resources, says, “Should EU countries also adopt a high carbon tax, we would likely see huge carbon emission reductions throughout the continent as we’ve seen in Great Britain over the last few years.”

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Virus Fighters

Essential Oils for Challenging Times In these coronavirus days, an essential oil mixture with legendary origins in the Bubonic Plague offers soothing scents for the homebound and might add some viral protection.

The mixture of five oils: eucalyptus, clove, cinnamon, lemon and rosemary, is known as Thieves. As the story goes, in the 1500s, as the Black Death decimated Europe, when four unemployed spice merchants that turned to robbing the bodies and homes of the dead were captured and threatened with being burned alive, they confessed to the judge their secret to avoiding infection—the spice blend that they rubbed on their hands, ears, feet and temples.

They were all hanged, but their formula survives as Thieves, and is today one of the most popular essential oil blends in the market, sold under that name and also as Five Guards, Health Shield and Fighting Five. Although shown to sharply reduce three kinds of airborne bacteria in 10 minutes, its antiviral properties have not been extensively studied. Its components, however, have proven antimicrobial, antiseptic and antiviral properties: n Eucalyptus, long used for respiratory infections, has been proven effective against a number of viruses, particularly the swine flu and herpes type 1 viruses. n Clove has exhibited strong antiviral activity against such viruses as the adenovirus type 3 respiratory virus, poliovirus and coxsackievirus. n Cinnamon leaf shows antiviral activity and can prevent pneumonia due to influenza. n Lemon oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties, and is often used in cleaning products.

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n Rosemary eases stress and has antiviral, antimicrobial and antidepressant qualities.

Thieves can be purchased in natural health stores or online. For a homemade blend, Jennifer Lane, an aromatherapist, registered nurse and founder of LovingEssential Oils.com, recommends combining these essential oils: 4 35 drops lemon 4 20 drops cinnamon leaf 4 15 drops clove bud 4 15 drops eucalyptus 4 10 drops rosemary

Adding five drops of the blend, along with water in a diffuser, can waft the scent throughout a room and diminish airborne odors and germs. For respiratory support, put a few drops into a cup of steaming, but not boiling, water, drape a towel around the cup and face, and breathe in the fumes. Add it to a carrier oil like jojoba oil or coconut oil at a 1:30 ratio (such as one-half ounce Thieves to 15 ounces jojoba) and rub it on pulse points in the wrist and neck. But do not ingest the blend. If a child under 10 is in the house, don’t diffuse it or use it topically on them, because rosemary and eucalyptus can be unsafe for a child, advises Christina Anthis, author of The Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started.

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Practical Magic

Soul Nourishment The Kitchen As Sacred Space

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n our busy lives, grabbing food on the run or eating while standing at the kitchen counter is often the norm. Designating the kitchen as a practical sanctuary and seeing the sacredness of food not only makes it more conducive to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but also gives our spirits much-needed satiety.

“If we don’t touch the transcendent— emotionally and spiritually—physical nourishment won’t fill us up,” says Ronna Kabatznick, Ph.D., former psychological consultant to Weight Watchers International and the author of The Zen of Eating: Ancient Answers to Modern Weight Problems. “Seeing the kitchen as sacred is something that represents gratitude, beauty and blessings.”

Delia Baron, co-author of Better Together Kitchen: Beautiful Recipes to Share With People You Love and the host of seasonal food workshops with partner Ronnit Hoppe in Melbourne, Australia, concurs, “The kitchen is often the heartbeat of the home and the best place to gather, feast, chat and create beautiful memories and rituals. The kitchen is also a place to connect to our food source.”

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Preparing meals the old-fashioned way can slow us down and foster mindfulness, but Kabatznick emphasizes that cooking is irrelevant. “Look at the kitchen in terms of possibilities: ‘What can I create in this space?’ You don’t have to turn into Julia Child,” she says, adding, “You could be eating Chinese takeout or a prune; it’s all about mindset and simple rituals like saying a blessing, appreciating what we eat as a great gift.” Kabatznick encourages everyone to eat with dignity, and this includes using the good dishes, putting fresh flowers on the table and eating with awareness.

Seeing the kitchen as the inspired nucleus of the home, it’s natural to add favorite items like art prints, colorful jars, sentimental treasures, dried flowers and other seasonal delights to nourish daily contentment. Conjuring an element of joy adorns the mundane. “Put on some music to put you in either a peaceful or joyful mood,” says Molly Larkin, author, healing practitioner and blogger at Ancient Wisdom for Balanced Living (MollyLarkin.com), in Corrales, New Mexico. “Turn off the TV and give everyone in the family a job.

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Meal prep can be enjoyable and even relaxing in a calm environment. For Baron, organization is key. She advises, “Having all the ingredients you need and working in a clean space also helps make the experience rewarding.”

The smallest of kitchens can be abundant and organized with the help of a little innovation. A simple bookcase can offer additional shelf space for dry goods, bowls of produce or favorite cups. A small end table can hold a favorite tea pot and a jar of gourmet dark chocolate. A beautiful basket can hold go-to spice jars, and a pretty pitcher near the stove can accommodate a multitude of cooking utensils. “If you can’t fit it all out of sight in a cabinet, get some glass jars, fill them with grains, flours and legumes and line them up on the countertop. It will be neat, and you can see what you have,” suggests Larkin.

In the end, a well-nourished body and spirit fosters a beautiful life and inspires the same in others. An advocate for supporting the hungry in all communities, Kabatznick underscores local efforts and seeing the big picture of our relationship with food: “Taking out the garbage and cleaning up is also a sacred act if we bring that attitude into it. Food connects us to the Earth, the moon and the stars. From the seed to the truck driver—everything and everyone involved—the process of food is miraculous.”

Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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Laugh throughout the meal preparation.

Dance as you cook. Do the same thing if you live alone.”

Preparing food, whether a healthy smoothie or a gourmet weekend dinner for two, is a way to express love for ourselves and others. Baron loves the presence of plants, lovely ceramics and interesting platters and dishes, and notes, “Families can definitely shop, chop, cook and mealplan together to make the kitchen a fun place to be. Doing these things together is very bonding and sends the message that looking after yourself is important.”

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Spring Fever Salad with Flowers and Fruit

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1 head romaine or green leaf lettuce 8 medium-large organic strawberries, thinly sliced, or 2 small packages of fresh organic raspberries Handful of fresh, chemical-free flowers from the garden or store’s produce section: nasturtium, pansies and/or calendulas; gathered wild: spring violets and dandelion blooms

In-the-Bowl Dressing:

Moroccan-Spiced Red Lentil Soup

photo by Marlaina Donato

Yields: 4 servings 4 cups water 1½ cup red lentils 1 tsp sea salt 1 medium-size organic carrot, chopped in bite-size pieces 2 soft, dried apricots, chopped, or 1 Tbsp golden raisins or 2 dates, chopped ¼ tsp ground cloves ¼ tsp ground turmeric ¼ tsp ground coriander seeds or ½ tsp crushed coriander seeds ½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp coarsely ground black pepper 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp crushed or ground cumin seeds 2 tsp extra-virgin, cold-pressed olive oil

Juice from one fresh tangerine 1 part organic apple cider vinegar to 2 parts avocado oil Dash of sea salt Add avocado oil, apple cider vinegar and salt into a large bowl, swirl around twice. Tear (don’t chop) lettuce and add to the preliminary dressing. Squeeze tangerine juice over lettuce and toss lightly until well-dressed. Place strawberry slices over salad. Sprinkle (don’t toss) flowers on top or artfully place where desired.

Serve immediately.

Bring water, carrots, apricots and all spices and seasonings to boil. Add red lentils, stir once and set heat to low. Cover pot with lid. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, remove from heat. Add olive oil and allow to sit for five minutes before serving.

Optional toppings for each bowl: finely chopped red onion, red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro and/or a sprinkle of turmeric.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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Whole-Grain Dark Chocolate-Banana Muffins

½ cup organic whole-wheat flour, sifted (protein-rich, gluten-free option: 1 cup organic brown rice flour and ½ cup organic soy flour or 1 cup organic brown rice flour and ½ cup garbanzo flour) ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup coconut sugar, evaporated cane juice or turbinado ½ tsp salt 3½ tsp fresh baking powder 1 cup water or unsweetened non-dairy milk (or half of each to make a cup) 2 tsp extra-virgin, cold-pressed olive oil or cold-pressed sunflower oil 2 organic eggs, beaten (for vegan option: ¼ to ½ cup unsweetened apple sauce) 2 tsp natural vanilla extract 1½ mashed ripe bananas 2 tsp molasses 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp cloves ¼ tsp dried ginger 2 dashes of nutmeg 1 dash of allspice (optional) Pre-heat oven to 400° F and grease muffin tin with sunflower or olive oil (or line with cupcake papers). Sift flour and cocoa powder into bowl. Add baking powder, salt, sugar and spices; mix well. Combine water/milk, vanilla, molasses, oil and eggs (or apple sauce), and add to dry mixture. Stir, lifting the spoon high with each stirring to get air into the mixture. Do not beat or overmix. Leave it a bit lumpy.

Fold in bananas. Fill muffin cups half to three-quarters full and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until wooden toothpick comes out clean. Place muffin tin on wire rack and allow to cool for 15 minutes before removing each muffin by hand (avoid turning tin over to get muffins out, or the extra-moist, fruit-filled muffins might come apart).

Optional treat: Dip muffin tops into melted coconut oil and roll in coconut sugar or turbinado. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Recipes by Marlaina Donato, author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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“Eat as many raw fruits and vegetables as possible, and avoid added sugar in your diet. Consuming added sugar shuts down your immune system. Drink the appropriate amount of water daily—the general calculation is half your weight in ounces.

Depending on your lifestyle, you may need more or less.” —Farquharson

Boosting Antiviral Immunity

There’s currently no vaccine for Covid-19, but there are ways to support our immune system to stay as healthy as possible

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ur bodies are equipped with an amazing and complex immune system. It doesn’t just protect us from pathogens daily; it also remembers when we encounter them again, delivering an even faster, more precise attack. Our immune system is constantly fine-tuning its ability to recognize and defend us from viruses and other pathogens.

But since Covid-19 is a novel coronavirus—that is, brand-new to humans—our bodies haven’t had a chance to develop immunity to it yet. According to Kenneth Bock, M.D., of Bock Integrative Medicine, in Red Hook, a good coronavirus strategy is to boost our immune systems with the goal of mitigating the adverse effects of infection. “Nobody’s immune system has seen this, and therefore it certainly takes time for a primary immune response,” he says. “The whole idea is to have your immune system ready. Support the immune system. Make it as strong as possible.”

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staying healthy during this pandemic. We asked several local wellness practitioners to share their best immune-boosting advice for Natural Awakenings readers.

In addition to Bock, we received tips from Aston Farquharson, president and CEO of Beacon-based NuSpecies, which makes whole-food nutritional supplements; Kurt Beil, a Westchester naturopath and acupuncturist; Laurie R. Mallis, M.D., owner of SearchLight Medical, in Hopewell Junction; and Somesh Kaushik, owner of Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic, in Cross River.

What to Eat

If food is medicine, then eating (and drinking) wisely, not just well, is important to keeping our bodies in virus-fighting shape.

Here are some nutritional dos and don’ts: “You want to avoid sugar and sweets. Sugar can impair the action of some of the immune cells, including phagocytes, which are involved in dealing with infectious agents. And eat very healthy, lean protein,

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“Drink plenty of clear fluids, like water and tea; eat a healthy, nutrient-rich diet, especially fruits and vegetables; get sufficient amounts of sleep; avoid stress; and reduce or eliminate your consumption of sugar, processed foods and tobacco [smoking].” —Beil “Drink hot soups cooked with ginger and turmeric every day.” —Kaushik “Boost your immune system by using local honey if it’s available in your area. This has multiple benefits, including helping with seasonal allergies.” —Mallis

Practice Smart Supplementing

Some of our most effective medicines were derived from natural sources, and natural remedies can play a powerful role in preventive health. Before taking any new supplement, review it with your healthcare provider and ask about possible interactions. It’s also important to choose highquality supplements from trusted brands.

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“Some (supplements) are effective at addressing other, similar infections, including other previous strains of coronavirus.

These items may interact with pre-existing medications or health conditions, so check with a qualified provider about contraindications and dosing before taking any of the following: elderberry extract, astragalus root extract, lemon balm, osha root extract,

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good fats, and fruits and vegetables. You want a whole-foods diet. Fruits and vegetables have various vitamins, antioxidants and phytonutrients that can be immune supportive.” —Bock

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Homeopathic Practitioners Coordinating on Coronavirus Effort

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istorically, homeopathy has had remarkable success during epidemics, and homeopathic practitioners are part of the global effort to find effective treatments for COVID-19, says Susanne Saltzman, M.D., owner of Hartsdale Homeopathy.

“During the Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 that killed millions globally, homeopathic physicians often had mortality rates of less than 1 percent in most cases,” Saltzman says. “Homeopathic medicines

were administered based on the unique, individualized symptoms of the disease, which, like COVID-19, may differ from person to person and region to region.”

Currently a worldwide network of homeopathic practitioners from India, Asia, Europe and the Americas are coordinating to better understand and address the novel coronavirus, she says.

“They’re communicating to share information on their experiences with this virus in an effort to ascertain the most important homeopathic medicines to have on hand during this crisis,” she says. “I will make this information available once we have a more complete picture.”

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garlic, vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin C and probiotics (particularly Lactobacillus and Bifido species).” —Beil

“Use powerful whole-food supplements for the whole family.” NuSpecies makes

A properly functioning lymphatic system—composed of lymphatic vessels along with lymph nodes in the neck, armpit, elbows, abdomen, groin and behind the knees—is essential to immunity from virus, says Jodi Kennedy, DC, owner of Integrity Chiropractic, in Mahopac.

“This vital system is responsible for removing foreign material like bacteria and viruses, recycling proteins and other nutrients, and shuttling the white blood cells around your body that are necessary to combat the flu,” she says.

Today’s sedentary lifestyle can cause lymphatic congestion, she says, and poor posture causes muscle tension that compresses the lymphatic vessels “like a foot on a hose,” inhibiting their immunefighting capacity.

To promote lymphatic drainage, Kennedy suggests these five steps:  Jump on a rebounder trampoline daily for 10 minutes.

“Take 2000 mg of vitamin C three times a day, and Ayurvedic herbal remedies to boost the immune system, such as vasa plex, immunity plex, amla juice, giloy and chyawanprash, twice a day.” —Kaushik Supplement with vitamins C, A and D; Omega-3 fatty acids; probiotics; transfer factor; arabino galactides or beta glucans; olive leaf extract; astragalus; curcumin; resveratrol; zinc and selenium can boost immunity—but dosage matters. “Don’t be deceived into taking a one-a-day, very-lowpotency vitamin and mineral that includes everything but in amounts so low that they’re really not consequential. But you should also recognize that with fat-soluble vitamins, such as A and D, you have to take reasonable doses, because if you take them for months and months at high doses, they can become toxic.” —Bock

Keep the Lymph Moving

 Using a gentle circular motion, massage the chest, armpit, abdomen, groin, front of the neck and backs of the knees for 30 seconds daily.

NuSpecies organic herbal formulas and sells their own liquid whole-food, raw, organic immune-supportive supplements locally, and its naturopathic doctors will provide free consultations to devise a supplement plan. —Farquharson “One of the ways that the coronavirus is dangerous is it provokes intense inflammation. Nutrients that appear to have anti-inflammatory activities on board, like vitamin D, Omega-3 and probiotics, may help. It’s most important to get high-quality Omega-3s and probiotics that don’t have mercury, PCPs or chemicals.” —Bock

 Stretch: Roll your neck from side to side, turn your arms palm up and down, and do large arm circles. Stretch your arms behind your back and over your head to expand your chest and ribcage.

Stretch your heel to your buttock and do a lunge.  Eat Spanish black radish and garlic.  Drink plenty of plain water—half your body weight in ounces.

Dr. Jodi Kennedy offers a free 20-minute consultation. For appointments, call 845.628.7233 or visit IntegrityChiropractic.net. Integrity Chiropractic is located at 11 Miller Rd., Mahopac, NY, in the Gorman Park.

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Adopt Healthy Habits

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“Exercise can be as simple as going for a walk. Any exercise will increase your endorphins, elevating your mood and improving your immune system.” —Mallis Get good sleep every night. —Kaushik Find a guided-imagery meditation you connect to—there are plenty online—and practice slow, deep breathing as you listen to it. Do this as often as you need, but at least once in the morning, before starting your day, and once again before bedtime.

—Mallis “Take care of your other health conditions, since the physical and mental stress of being sick suppresses the body’s ability to fight disease.” —Kaushik

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Stress depresses our immune system, so there’s a physiological reason to be mindful of the facts about coronavirus and keep our thoughts proactive and positive. Here are some important considerations to keep in mind: “For most people even a severe case of infection will not be life-threatening. The most common symptoms include mild fever, sore throat and cough.” —Beil “Keep yourself calm. Remember that 80 percent of people with no underlying health issues will have a mild infection or no symptoms at all. Anxiety, stress and depression are the biggest causes of lowering your immune system.” —Mallis

Hit Reset

By forcing us out of our complacency and disrupting our lives, coronavirus has given us an unprecedented opportunity to hit the reset button. A lot of the immune-boosting tips these providers have shared are things we could have been doing all along. We can’t control a virus, but there’s a lot we can control.

That means dropping bad habits—if you smoke or vape, now’s the time to quit—and picking up good ones.

Start your morning with meditation, journaling, yoga or spiritual reading to set the tone of the day. Plan out healthy meals, teas and supplements for the day ahead.

Keep the positive momentum going with exercise, and perhaps schedule a walk or hike for the afternoon and a phone visit with a friend or two at night.

Whatever healthy habit you start today is a good start.

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by George Gertner, DC Get restful sleep. Unplug before bedtime.

Keep your sleep schedule consistent.

Use stress-management techniques.

Meditation lowers the body’s inflammatory response.

Exercise. Deep breathing stimulates the lymphatic system to detox body.

Be positive! Focus on healthy emotions instead of panicking. If your attention is on being sick, you will likely get sick.

Instead, focus on health and caring for each other.

Connect with nature. Spring’s fresh air, sunlight and greenery are good for us, physically and emotionally.

Get healthy nutrition. Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables; limit processed meats.

Take supplements. I recommend a high dosage of vitamin C, as well as supplements with anti-inflammatory properties (turmeric, ginger, aloe vera, adaptigens).

Act for the common good. Respect the scientific effort worldwide to contain coronavirus. Minimize your travel and practice social distancing.

Protect yourself and others. Wash your hands. Avoid rubbing your eyes, nose and mouth.

Get your chiropractic adjustment.

Regular chiropractic care is a preventive tool that boosts immunity.

And remember these uplifting words from Deepak Chopra: “Understand that whatever happens we are all in this together. This is an opportunity to change to a completely healthy lifestyle and respect life.”

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Healing the Immune System

Autoimmune Breakthroughs Offer New Hope

by April Thompson

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ome 23 million Americans suffer from one or more autoimmune diseases—a category comprised of more than 80 conditions, including fibromyalgia, Hashimoto’s disease, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis and Type 1 diabetes. These pernicious disorders are notoriously difficult to diagnose, even harder to treat and can be debilitating, diminishing the quality of life for sufferers.

Another commonality is the increased prevalence of autoimmune disease in women versus men; in the case of lupus, for example, a nine-fold difference. Some early indicators are that this may be related to a “gene dosage effect”, as men with XXY chromosomes have the same risk of developing lupus as other women, and women with XXX chromosomes (known in medical parlance as “superwomen”) have an even higher risk of autoimmune disease, according to Judith James, 36

chair of the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, in Oklahoma City.

Yet there is hope on the horizon, as scientific discoveries unlock important insights about the manifestation and progression of autoimmune diseases leading to new treatments and prevention tips. Evidence is also mounting around the role of diet and lifestyle in autoimmune conditions, giving patients new avenues for taking charge of their health instead of simply waiting for a cure.

Autoimmune diseases are chronic and can affect almost any part of the body, including the heart, brain, muscles, skin, eyes, joints, lungs, kidneys, glands, digestive tract and blood vessels. Each disease carries its own set of symptoms, but inflammation is nearly always present, and are all connected by how the immune system attacks

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the body’s healthy tissues. “Those shared characteristics hold the potential for shared treatments, and ultimately potentially common cures,” says Jane Buckner, president of the Benaroya Research Institute (BRI), at Virginia Mason, in Seattle, which works to advance the prediction, prevention, reversal and cure of immune system diseases.

“I’m excited about our progress toward prevention. We are working to understand those tipping points in transitioning into disease that help us understand who is at highest risk, and helps give very directed therapies,” says James.

Self-Healing from Autoimmunity

By her early 20s, Mickey Trescott, of Willamette Valley, Oregon, was bedridden and had lost her job to autoimmune

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disease. At one point, doctors thought it was multiple sclerosis (MS); she was dizzy, numb, falling over and slurring her speech.

Eventually, she was diagnosed with both Hashimoto’s and celiac diseases, affecting the thyroid and small intestine, respectively. Trescott, a nutritionist, chef and author of The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook, had been vegan for 10 years, but had a feeling that her body needed something different.

She found an early version of what would become known as the autoimmune protocol (AIP), and in following its guidelines, began to find relief. Trescott connected with other women and started a private Facebook group to share information on what was improving their condition from which the AIP community sprung. AIP, an elimination diet that seeks to reset the immune system by cutting out inflammation-causing foods and treating leaky gut, has much in common with the paleo diet and promotes vitamin- and nutrient-rich foods. However, every individual comes out of the AIP process with a customized diet.

For Trescott, “Gluten is a forever-no, and I am also allergic to dairy and sensitive to a lot of nightshade vegetables, like tomatoes and peppers.” It took three years to recover most of her functioning, and although she had been a personal chef, it was still challenging to determine a new approach to eating that didn’t include the grains and legumes that had been staples of her diet.

Trescott is still on medications, including the same thyroid support she’s relied on from the start. “There is a misconception that the AIP is an alternative to conventional medicine. We really pride ourselves on using all the tools in our toolbox, including surgery, medication and lifestyle changes,” she says.

Anecdotal successes like Trescott’s have led researchers to pursue funding to test the AIP’s efficacy. In a pilot study of 18 individuals with an average sick time of 19 years that didn’t respond to traditional medication, 73 percent were in clinical remission at the end of the trial, having followed the AIP. “It was a small sample size, but the results are promising,” says Trescott.

Physician, Healed Thyself

Like many physicians, Terry Wahls focused on treating her patients with drugs or surgical procedures—until the Iowa City doctor was diagnosed with MS in 2000. Within three years, despite conventional medical treatments, her back and stomach muscles had weakened to the point where she needed a

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on pharmaceutical approaches acknowledge the importance of diet and lifestyle.

Meggan Mackay, professor of Molecular Medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, at Northwell Health, in Manhasset, New York, believes this can play a critical role in disease management.

She cites numerous studies showing exercise as a stress-buster positively influencing disease outcomes, as well as a more specific study looking at the benefits of adding fish oil and vitamin D to the diets of lupus patients. “The rise in obesity, which is linked to increased inflammation in the U.S., may be one of reasons we are seeing more autoimmune disease than ever,” says Mackay.

At-risk individuals should be aware of factors under their control, adds James. “If someone is worried about autoimmune disease running in their family, monitoring and maintaining adequate vitamin D levels and avoiding smoking and other high-risk behaviors can help improve their chances.”

Even sleep patterns can play a role in disease manifestation, says the researcher.

In one study, individuals at high risk for autoimmune disease that slept less than seven hours per day were more likely to develop an autoimmune condition, according to James.

Common Links Serve as Research Clues

There are some clear links between autoimmune diseases, such as the genetic predisposition that runs in families. “Someone with rheumatoid arthritis may have a sister with celiac disease, for example, and one individual may suffer from multiple

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autoimmune conditions. We can learn from these common genetic links,” says Buckner. These common links can serve as important clues. For example, Buckner says they are able to demonstrate changes in T cells in diabetes and MS that are the same, which might lead to common treatments for the two conditions.

While the process from basic scientific discovery to development of effective treatment can be slow, there are some concrete breakthroughs autoimmune researchers are excited about, having demonstrated ability to both prevent and delay disease. Citing a recent clinical trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine, “They have demonstrated in kids at high risk for developing Type 1 diabetes the ability to delay onset for at least two years. It’s an incredibly exciting finding,” says Buckner.

Mackay is hopeful about advances in basic science addressing specific immune system abnormalities linked to inflammatory problems. “Lupus is very challenging to diagnose and treat because it can affect every system in the body,” says Mackay, whose research team has focused on lupus for decades. “The only forms of treatment have been very immune-suppressive medications that shut down the immune response. None of these medications are specific, so in shutting down the immune response to treat lupus, they in turn interfere with the body’s ability to fight off infection and cancer.” Researchers are now honing in on single cells from biopsies that indicate which proteins are abnormal, thereby helping develop more selective therapies, she says.

Seeing progress in the lab is one thing; seeing it in the waiting room is another, and that’s where autoimmune scientists and clinicians are really beginning to note a difference. “I’ve seen patients for 25 years, and when we started, we had very few options in my clinic, which was full of wheelchairs,” says Buckner. “In the last 20 years, we have seen an explosion in research and available treatments. I don’t have wheelchairs in my office anymore.”

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tilt-recline wheelchair, and by the summer of 2007, she could no longer sit up.

Though Wahls had been a vegetarian on a low-fat diet for 20 years, she went back to eating meat and gave up all dairy, wheat and grains, but still wasn’t improving. Delving back into the science of her condition, Wahls realized that mitochondrial support was key, and the speed of her decline slowed while taking a cocktail of vitamins to support its functioning.

It wasn’t until she took a comprehensive approach to optimize everything she could take in through her food rather than relying on supplements that she saw radical results: Her brain fog, fatigue and pain went away and she biked around the block for the first time in six years. “Taking in nutrients in the form of food rather than supplements, you get related compounds and thousands of others in biologically anticipated ratios,” explains Wahls. “I still do take some supplements, but the magic is the food.”

Those key ingredients, says Wahls, include magnesium, zinc, selenium, sulfur, amino acids, cholesterol, omega-6 and omega-3s, fats, carnitine and creatine. Her rule of thumb for daily intake is three cups of leafy green vegetables; three cups of sulfuric vegetables like cabbage, mushrooms and onions; and three cups of deeply pigmented vegetables, plus sources of protein for meat eaters and vegetarians.

While her work was initially not accepted, today she has funding from the National MS Society and her research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. “Basic science is now showing that the microbiome has a huge impact on the immune system activity and the brain; the food we eat can turn gene expression on and off,” says Wahls, who hasn’t taken any drugs for her autoimmune condition since 2008.

Buckner cautions against patients trying to manage disease with lifestyle changes alone, without giving available allopathic treatments a fair try. “People do better if they are treated early and aggressively. They are reliant on fewer medications down the road and don’t have permanent damage if they seek treatment early.”

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Healing from Autoimmune Illnesses

The road map to recovery with Anthony William, Medical Medium

by Marilee Burrell

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f you have fibromyalgia, lupus, multiple sclerosis or rheumatoid arthritis, you’ve probably been told you have an autoimmune disease and that your body is attacking itself. This is not true, according to New York Times bestselling author Anthony William. In a March 2018 blog post, William—also known as the Medical Medium—rejects the idea that the body would attack itself. He believes that these illnesses are caused by pathogens, often viruses, and that healing is possible for the many who suffer from them.

Identifying the Root Cause

If it’s inconceivable to think that pathogens known to scientists for over half a century would be the elusive cause of chronic ill-

nesses that affect so many, realize that often these viruses and bacteria are burrowed so deeply in our bodies that detection is not possible with today’s testing methods.

In addition, viruses like Epstein-Barr evolve over time. “Medical communities believe there is only one Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)—the virus that causes mono,” William writes. “But in truth there are 61 strains of EBV that cause all kinds of different symptoms and illnesses.”

The cause of fibromyalgia is still classified as unknown, but William asserts that fibromyalgia is caused by EBV: “The aches, pains, tenderness, fatigue and stiffness of fibromyalgia are a result of EBV’s neurotoxins creating chronic inflammation of both the central nervous system and

nerves throughout the body. Knowing the true cause means that you can begin to implement the steps needed to allow for healing.”

William sees the same viral dynamic at work with lupus and multiple sclerosis (MS). “Medical science and research are unaware that lupus is a viral condition, specifically it is the body reacting to Epstein-Barr’s byproducts and neurotoxins,” he writes.

In fact, current research is only now starting to implicate EBV as a player in autoimmune diseases—and when it does, it usually mentions the virus as a trigger, not the cause, William notes:

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because when we just manage our illness by avoiding triggers, we are not actively fighting the pathogen and addressing the root cause.”

For instance, some experts now say that EBV may be a trigger for thyroid disease. But according to William, EBV is the true cause of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. “The thyroid becomes inflamed because the virus has infected it,” he says. “Your immune system is not going haywire or out to get you. It’s this virus that’s causing the damage and making you feel miserable.” (He writes in detail about EBV, how it creates illnesses, and how to recover from it in his book Thyroid Healing.)

But not all inflammation is viral, William says. While celiac disease is medically recognized as an autoimmune condition linked to gluten sensitivity, he believes that celiac is caused by streptococcus bacteria in the intestinal lining, and that gluten simply triggers more inflammation. So yes, if you have celiac, avoid gluten, but address the strep—which William suggests is often antibiotic resistant.

Foods Help or Hinder

Armed with the understanding that the body does not attack itself, William guides readers of his books through the steps to healing.

Specific food, herbs and supplements play crucial roles. Some foods fuel pathogens and should be avoided, he says, while others support the body or inhibit pathogen growth and should be eaten in abundance.

The “No” List

Eggs, dairy, corn, canola, wheat, pork and MSG are some of the foods William suggests avoiding.

“Eggs may be considered the perfect food in some circles, but in reality, they are the perfect food for viruses,” he says. “Stay away from eggs if you have a disease that is labeled as autoimmune, especially lupus.

Even if you are eating cage-free, natural eggs, these still act as food for pathogens.”

Similarly, he believes that all dairy products, even organic ones, feed viruses.

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juice is also important to include because its mineral salts clean up the liver, build up hydrochloric acid, and strengthen bile so you can break down bacteria and viruses in the intestinal tract that cause conditions like colitis, celiac, and Crohn’s disease,” he writes.

Cucumber Juice: Undiluted cucumber juice daily helps flush out viral toxins.

Some foods fuel pathogens and should be avoided, while others support the body or inhibit pathogen growth, and should be eaten in abundance. symptoms.” He also cautions against the use of corn products and canola, noting, “These are in almost every packaged food out there, even organic ones, so be mindful of what is in the ingredients list.”

He also recommends reducing fat intake: “When healing from chronic illnesses and symptoms, it’s helpful to minimize added fats in the diet to allow the liver to cleanse and toxins and viruses to be most effectively purged from the body.”

Foods that Fight Pathogens

Fruit: Adding fruit to your diet is one of the best ways to support healing, according to William, so eat plenty of apples, bananas, oranges, berries, papayas, pineapples, passion fruits and melons to flush out the poisons that a virus creates.

“Fruit is an amazing antiviral food that is essential to include when you are fighting a pathogen such as Epstein-Barr virus,” he writes. “Bananas in particular are great for killing off pathogens in the intestinal tract.”

For those who have been told that eating too much fruit may be detrimental to their health, William addresses that argument in the chapter Fruit Fear in his first book, Medical Medium.

Cruciferous Vegetables: Kale, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and the like— both cooked and raw—have important healing benefits.

Celery Juice: William is the father of the celery juice movement. “Straight celery

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Squash: All varieties of squash, such as butternut, kabocha, spaghetti and acorn, have health benefits.

Greens: William recommends eating greens every day. And that’s easy to do with so many varieties, which include red leaf lettuce, butter lettuce, arugula, parsley, radishes and radish greens, spinach, kale, collard greens and dandelion greens.

Herbs that fight pathogens

Healing herbs that William recommends include cilantro, rosemary, thyme, cat’s claw, lemon balm and Nettle leaf. “Many people know that nettle leaf tea is antiinflammatory, but they do not know why,” he writes. “The reason is because it’s killing the pathogens that are creating the inflammation in the first place.” Turmeric works the same way, he notes. “Turmeric has phytochemicals that are poisonous to the bugs that are inflaming people’s joints and backs. This herb is attacking viruses and bacteria.”

Supplements

Supplements that William considers vital for fighting the viruses that cause autoimmune diseases include zinc sulfate, B12, vitamin C, licorice and L-lysine.  Zinc: “Zinc deficiencies are rampant and can trigger an autoimmune condition,” he writes. “Simply taking zinc can be a huge step toward healing and can be critical for anyone suffering from the symptoms associated with autoimmune diseases. When you take zinc sulfate, it goes directly to where the virus is and starts working on stopping it in its tracks. Additionally, zinc increases your immune system’s ability to fight.”  B12: It’s important to get the right form of B12, William notes. Look for one that

As you stop believing that your body is attacking itself and start believing in the truth that your body is attacking a pathogen, you will begin to turn the tide.

– Anthony William contains both adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin.  Vitamin C: When taking vitamin C to fight a viral condition, William says it’s essential to use supplements that do not contain any corn, which feeds viruses.  Licorice: Licorice also has significant antiviral properties. “This supplement can aid your body in knocking down the virus, particularly EBV, that is causing your illness,” William says.  L-lysine: L-lysine is a foundational amino acid that hinders and stops herpetic viruses, according to William.

To see William’s full list of preferred supplements, visit MedicalMedium.com.

Recovery Is Possible

“As you stop believing that your body is attacking itself and start believing in the truth that your body is attacking a pathogen, you will begin to turn the tide,” William writes. “And as you progressively remove the foods that feed viruses and bring in the foods that fight viruses, you will begin building a strong foundation for healing. As you begin to include more antiviral, immune-supporting supplements, you are giving your body that much more power to fight the pathogen that has caused your autoimmune labeled disease.”

Healing from these chronic illnesses is possible, he says. “When we recognize the true cause of our illness, we can start to move toward true and total recovery, which is something I’ve witnessed tens of thousands of people doing over the years with the information I’ve shared, and now many more.”

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THE MATRIX OF LIFE Boosting Collagen for Better Health

by Maya Whitman

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ollagen, a protein, holds us together from the inside-out, helping to build bones and providing the scaffolding that knits our bones and organs together. Stress and poor lifestyle habits, such as smoking and eating too much sugar, can contribute to its breakdown and accelerate the aging process, but strategic dietary choices and supplements can have a significant positive impact on our skin, as well as underlying conditions.

Although celebrated for its cosmetic effects, “Most people are surprised to learn that collagen is equally important for blood vessels and tissues surrounding and supporting the internal organs,” says Pamela Schoenfeld, a dietitian and nutritionist in Raleigh, North Carolina, and author of The Collagen Diet: Rejuvenate Skin, Strengthen Joints and Feel Younger by Boosting Collagen Intake and Production.

Collagen is mostly found in tendons, ligaments and skin, and is also abundant in bones, cartilage, muscles, corneas, blood vessels, the gut, vertebrae discs and teeth.

In studies, collagen supplements show promise for joint pain, arthritic conditions, osteoporosis and heart health.

A Penn State study of 147 student athletes found that those that took 10 grams of collagen hydrolysate daily for 24 weeks had significantly less joint pain while walking and at rest compared to a placebo group.

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A 2012 study featured in Complementary Therapies in Medicine found that 1,200 milligrams of collagen hydrolysate taken daily decreased joint pain in older people by 20 percent compared to a placebo. In a 2018 study, post-menopausal women that took five grams of collagen daily for a year had better bone buildup and less bone degradation. A 2017 Japanese study of 31 healthy adults found that those that took 16 grams of collagen daily had more flexible arteries after six months.

Essential Foods

Collagen health starts with our diet.

Leafy greens and jewel-toned, lycopenerich vegetables, like beets, red peppers, tomatoes, berries and pomegranates, as well as seeds, including chia, sunflower and pumpkin, all pack a collagen punch.

Schoenfeld recommends bone broth, too, for its joint-lubricating molecules called glycosaminoglycans, which hold many times their weight in water.

Kellyann Petrucci, a naturopathic doctor in Philadelphia and author of Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet, concurs: “Bone broth is more than a soup. It’s concentrated healing and contains a bioavailable form of collagen your body can use immediately. It contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin, amino acids and

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so much more.” She also recommends sulfur-rich foods like eggs, broccoli, onions, garlic and cauliflower, as well as shellfish and red meat in moderation for copper. “Copper activates the enzyme that is critical in producing collagen,” she explains.

Also important, according to Petrucci, is vitamin C: “If you’re depleted of vitamin C, your body won’t make any collagen.

Experiment with broccoli, kiwi, tomatoes and various citrus fruits. Bioflavonoids also improve the ability of vitamin C to be absorbed and utilized.”

Schoenfeld recommends chicken, including the skin; omega-3-rich fish with edible bones, such as sardines and canned salmon; and proline-rich, aged cheeses and yogurt. “Gelatin is also a fantastic way for the whole family to enjoy collagen and can be added to foods high in water like soups, stews, hot cereals, as can bone broth and collagen powders,” she says.

Supplements

A 2019 review of 11 studies published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology found that oral collagen hydrolysate or tripeptide at dosages ranging from 2.5 grams to 10 grams a day increased “skin elasticity, hydration and dermal collagen density” and showed promise for wound healing and skin aging. Aloe vera, ginseng, berries,

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Homeopathic Collagen-Boosters

omeopathic physician Melissa Foreman, of Brighton, England, recommends the following tissue salts:

Calc phos for

strengthening bones and easing stiff joints, is particularly recommended for active people, aging athletes and menopausal women. It supports growth, builds cells, supports teeth and nail strength, and helps ease irritable bowel syndrome.

Calc fluor promotes elasticity and flexibility. It’s essential

for tendon and bone health; softens, strengthens and tones the skin; and helps when the digestive organs have lost their elasticity and become compromised.

Silica is found in hair, nails and bones. It decreases inflammation, eases painful joints, supports and strengthens nails, encourages new hair growth and improves the length and quality of eyelashes.

Nat Mur brings moisture to the skin and regulates the

moisture content of every cell in the body. It promotes hydrochloric acid, helping to prevent heartburn, bloating, colic and flatulence.

Nat phos is known as the antacid of the biochemical world and like collagen, can protect the gut by neutralizing acids.

garlic, hyuralonic acid and red light therapy also boost collagen production, according to osteopathic physician and author Joseph Mercola.

For vegans, British homeopath Melissa Foreman recommends homeopathically-based minerals known as tissue salts at low potency, “which offer the benefits of meat-derived collagen and bone broth without having to ingest a meat product.” She personally relies on a combination of Nat phos, Calc phos and Kali sulph to promote new skin cells and improve the skin cell matrix. “These remedies are totally animal-free,” she says. “You can produce a supplement similar to collagen powder and it has the same health benefits of bone broth.”

Maya Whitman is the author of several books. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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Eye Care for Kids A Clear Path to Healthy Vision

by Ronica A. O’Hara

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he blurry distant vision of myopia is a worldwide epidemic. Nearsightedness has doubled in the U.S. since 1971 to 42 percent, and in some Asian countries it affects 90 percent of teens and adults, reports the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Eye doctors say the key time to pay attention is during childhood, because myopia and other eye and vision problems can be reversed or stabilized if addressed at an early age.

“Parents tend to assume that vision problems aren’t a concern for the young and healthy, but it’s never too early to promote healthful habits or to be on the lookout for potential vision issues,” advises ophthalmologist Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., medical director of the Clearview Eye & Laser Medical Center, in San Diego.

Ophthalmologists and optometrists recommend having a child’s eyes tested at 6 months, 3 years and 5 or 6 years to detect nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, “lazy eye” (amblyopia), crossed or misaligned eyes (strabismus) and other potential problems. “For signs of trouble, I ask parents if they have seen their child have an eye that wanders or if the child covers an eye regularly, they are rubbing their eyes or playing with their

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toys close to their face,” says optometrist Nathan Langemo, of the Hopkins Eye Clinic, in Hopkins, Minnesota.

If myopia becomes severe, it can lead to retinal detachment, premature cataracts and glaucoma in adulthood, but early detection is possible. An Ohio State University study of 4,500 children found that myopia in eighth-graders could be predicted in the first grade by their eyeglass prescription. Children at age 6 are naturally slightly farsighted, and those with normal vision are more likely to become myopic later.

A common medical treatment to slow myopia in kids is daily use of 0.01 percent atropine eye drops, the medication used to dilate an eye before an exam. It slowed down nearsightedness by roughly 50 percent in Singapore children. A new, twoyear study shows that combining the eye drops with nightly contact lens-wearing is 28 to 38 percent more effective. For preschoolers with amblyopia, an iPad game called Dig Rush was shown to be helpful in a University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center study. Hong Kong researchers report that 15 weeks of acupuncture beat out eye patches for treating children with lazy eyes, resolving the condition in 41 percent of cases, compared to 16 percent.

The simplest preventive strategy for myopia may be simply to shoo children outdoors every day, including involving them in outdoor sports. Researchers aren’t sure whether it’s the vitamin D effect or the fact that when they are outdoors kids focus more on distant objects like trees and balls than when reading a book or screen, but recent studies in Taiwan and Denmark have verified that more time outdoors is linked to less myopia. Even sitting in sunlight inside while reading or using fullspectrum light bulbs is protective, say researchers. When outdoors, “Make sure the child has 100 percent UVA and UVB sun protection for the eyes,” advises Langemo, including using UV contact lenses.

Evidence is mixed on whether closeup reading brings on childhood myopia, but a study of 500 college students that heavily used computers found 53 percent reporting headaches, 55 percent with burning sensations in the eyes and 48 percent with tired eyes. When kids focus on a computer, their eye-refreshing blinking rate slows from 10 to 12 times a minute to three or four times a minute, says optometrist Marc Grossman, of New Paltz, New York, author of Natural Eye Care: Your Guide To Healthy Vision and Healing.

He recommends taking breaks at least 10 minutes every hour, using homeopathic eye drops and gently massaging the eyes by moving fingers from the inner corner, around the upper socket and underneath, stopping about six times to massage each point for five to 10 seconds.

It’s also important to remove household hazards. Medical emergency rooms increasingly report eye injuries in kids from popular toy weapons like Nerf, BB guns and paintball guns, as well as colorful detergent pods that preschoolers love to squeeze or bite, plus aerosol spray from paint, hairspray, cleaning products and bug repellants.

Feeding children the right foods, including lots of vegetables, fruits and grains, also benefits their eyes. The omega-3s in fish oil, nuts and seeds help minimize dry eye, and leafy greens and eggs have the eye-protective antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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FLOWER WOW-ER Beautiful Floral Designing

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by April Thompson

resh-cut flowers can The good news Finding a elevate a space with is you can’t mess Floral Style color, scents and As with any artistic medium, up flowers. textures that draw the eye creative choices are imporand nose, but professional ~Kathy Jentz tant in floral arranging. We floral designs can be pricey. can opt for a fussy, formal DIY arranging, however, is an easy, fun style, a rustic farmhouse look or a modern, and inexpensive creative outlet that can asymmetrical design. “The good news is also help cultivate mindfulness. Flower you can’t mess up flowers. Whether multiarranging is more than just a decorative dimensional or one-sided, monochromatic art; it’s a spiritual activity that helps creor multicolored, you really can’t go wrong,” ate a kinship with nature and merge the says Kathy Jentz, publisher of Washington indoors and outdoors.

Gardener Magazine and a flower arranging

Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower instructor in Silver Spring, Maryland. arranging, dates back to the seventh

Like a good meal, the ingredients of a century, when floral offerings were made bouquet are as important as how they are at Buddhist altars, according to Jeanne Ha, assembled.

Start with organic, pesticideowner of the Washington Flower School, in free buds. “Look for local, seasonal flowers, Takoma Park, Maryland. In the 16th cenwhich will be fresher and last longer than tury, Japanese samurais practiced flower those flown in,” says Betty Ann Galway, a arranging prior to combat to help calm certified floral designer and instructor at them and stay centered, a stress-reducing the Norfolk Botanical Garden, in Virginia. activity most of us can benefit from today.

“Seasonal flowers are an important element Farmers’ markets, community supported agriculture CSAs and pick-your-own farms of Ikebana,” says Ha, part of a longstanding are all great places to find locally, sustainJapanese tradition of appreciating plants ably grown flowers, according to Jentz. To and flowers throughout the four seasons.

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select for long shelf life, look for fresh-looking stamens and foliage, and firm heads on flowers. Mums, carnations and asters will last up to three weeks, says Galway.

When selecting flowers, Ami Wilber, floral and event décor designer at the Washington, D.C., Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, recommends starting with a color scheme, whether limiting the palette to one or two colors, using analogous colors like pinks and purples or selecting complementary colors like blues and oranges. “It’s also good to find a focal flower or a show-stopper that will immediately draw attention to a bouquet,” says Wilber.

Prepping the flowers before arranging will also prolong an arrangement’s longevity, including cutting stems diagonally to provide more surface area for water, suggests Jentz. She also recommends plunging flowers into cool water immediately after trimming their stems. Leaves pump water up the stem, so leave a few on while clearing those from the bottom that would otherwise be submerged in water, adds Galway.

There are many ways to create structure for an arrangement, most of which is often hidden. Wilber stuffs chicken wire into an opaque container and then tapes down the top with a grid of floral tape to provide more control over the direction of the stems. Ha uses floral foam, soaked to provide hydration, into which stems can be inserted at any angle to create a gravity-defying design.

Different styles of arranging draw from different principles, but many common rules of thumb apply; for example, using odd numbers of each type of flower and adding in the largest flowers first to create an anchor for the composition. For a rustic, farm-totable bouquet, look beyond just blooms to incorporate seed pods, grasses and other foliage from the backyard or woods, says Wilber. These will not only fill in gaps left by thin-stemmed flowers, but also help create contrast in texture, she adds, recommending that 70 percent of the container be green.

Once the design is complete, finetune the arrangement by stepping back to see the big-picture look and making any adjustments, removing discolored leaves and adding greenery to any bald spots, says

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Wilber. Many designers wrap large, flat leaves around the inside of a container for a clean, polished look that hides the stems.

Most importantly, don’t forget to stop and smell the lilacs. Let the flowers lead the design and let go of any unattainable vision of perfection. “Appreciating the flowers and being thankful is an important part of the process, too,” says Ha. Connect with Washington, D.C. freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

Flower Arranging Tips From a Pro

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healthy, professional-looking bouquet doesn’t take years of flower designing to achieve; these tricks of the trade will help neophyte designers get started.

To loosen up tightly wound buds, breathe on them. Hot breath will open buds up faster, says publisher and arranger Kathy Jentz.

An arranging technique Jentz recommends is clustering blossoms between the index finger and thumb of the less-dominant hand, resulting in a tight arrangement that can be held in place by a rubber band pulled up to the tops of the stems.

If working with hydrangeas or other flowers with woody stems, smash open the stems along the length to get more water circulation.

Consider upcycling common containers to make flower vases, Jentz says.

“You can create recycled vases out of old jars and bottles, or use chalk paint to colorfully cover over a tin can.”

The secret sauce in flower food is simply sugar and citric acid, says Jentz, so a little lemonade mix added to the water of an arrangement will work fine in a pinch.

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Jonathan Safran Foer on Conscious Eating to Save the Planet

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onathan Safran Foer, entific consensus to the prize-winning make clear that this is author of bestsellnobody’s theory or pering novels that include spective. Ninety-seven Everything is Illumipercent of climate nated and Extremely scientists agree.

Loud & Incredibly Close, turned to nonfiction in Did anything his 2009 book, Eating in researching Animals, about the moclimate science rality of food choices surprise you? in a factory-farm age.

There’s a lot that His most recent book, startled me. A lot that We Are the Weather: scared me. I was surRather than measuring Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast, argues that the distance from some prised by how wrong we have been and how only collective action ethical perfection, wrong we often are will save our home and we want to measure about what matters… way of life, and it starts putting the emphasis in the distance from doing with what is on our the wrong places or not plate. nothing at all. knowing where to put

He points out that it at all. there’s often a painful There are four activities that matter disconnect between the way we think of more than all others in terms of an indiourselves and the actions that we take that vidual’s relationship with the environment: inadvertently and negatively affect the having fewer children, eating less meat or planet, and that science can help us make animal products, flying less and driving more informed choices. less.

As somebody who has spent a lot of How did you make the time recycling and not using plastic straws, connection between diet I was surprised to learn that those activities and climate change? are very low impact compared to the four For anybody who has even the tiniest I mentioned. I was surprised by how broad amount of curiosity about human interacthat misunderstanding is. Think about our tion with the climate, it’s something you response to coronavirus compared to our can’t possibly avoid learning about. The response to climate change. The way govscience is readily available now, and it’s ernments are acting together to do what extremely comprehensive. It’s important needs to be done for a virus makes it all the to continuously come back to that scimore puzzling how ineffectual the response to climate change is.

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If people can’t do everything that needs to be done, what small steps can they take that will have a collective impact?

We all need to question what our own limits are, what we can do and then do that with rigor. We don’t need to stop flying, we just need to do it a lot less. I wouldn’t encourage anyone to suddenly become vegan.

I think a better idea is to eat as few animal products as possible, and if that amount is zero, great. If it’s once a week or once a day, then that’s a hell of a lot better than doing nothing. Rather than measuring the distance from some ethical perfection, we want to measure the distance from doing nothing at all.

Why is it such a struggle for people to follow through on climate change goals?

I think that if we approach change as if it isn’t difficult, then we diminish our chances of being able to sustain change.

A lot of the things we need to give up are fun. It’s a shame we can’t solve climate change by not eating broccoli; we would have done it already.

Climate change requires a different sort of moral imagination because, realistically, you and I aren’t going to die because of it. Human nature makes it more difficult to have an energetic response for something less immediate.

What call to action would you like to convey?

We have a feeling of helplessness, a feeling that there’s nothing we can do, but there is a lot that we can do and must do.

The easiest and most powerful way to begin is with what we eat. That doesn’t mean you become vegan tomorrow, but tomorrow is a wonderful time to start eating fewer animal products. It’s a journey, not an event.

Julie Peterson writes about health and the environment. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE FOR ANIMALS

Needles Work Wonders on Pets

by Julie Peterson

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eedles make most pet parents cringe, but those used for acupuncture don’t hurt animals, they help. They are what traditional Chinese veterinary medicine has used for thousands of years to enhance blood circulation, balance the nervous system and promote release of pain-relieving hormones in animals ranging from rabbits to horses.

“It’s a holistic approach that pinpoints the issues, unlike medicines that must go through the entire body,” says C.J. Schnier, coach for the University of Wisconsin women’s polo team. The five thoroughbreds

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and a quarter horse on her Verona, Wisconsin, farm have a standing appointment every three weeks with a veterinarian that performs acupuncture for their injuries, arthritis, colic and immune systems.

Since the founding of the Boulder, Colorado-based International Veterinary Acupuncture Society in 1974, the number of certified animal acupuncturists has grown from 80 to about 1,800, making the specialty more accessible worldwide.

Treating the Ark

Beyond the usual four-legged friends, acupuncture helps animals such as reptiles,

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rabbits and livestock as a complement to Western medicine or other body work to alleviate pain and speed recovery. “All animals can have acupuncture,” says veterinarian Carol Jean Tillman, of the Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital, in Las Vegas. She uses acupuncture for dogs and cats with musculoskeletal conditions such as lameness due to injuries, arthritis and paralysis, and also finds it helpful for allergies, immune system problems and digestive issues.

A 2016 review of veterinary acupuncture clinical trials published in the American Journal of Traditional Chinese

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Veterinary Medicine concluded that it was safe and effective in treating a wide range of medical conditions like canine hip dysplasia, pain from osteoarthritis and surgery, intervertebral disc disease, seizure disorders, vomiting, inflammatory bowel disease, cardiac and respiratory problems, and depression and anxiety.

The Many Methods

Dry needle acupuncture is what most people recognize—the use of thin, solid, metallic needles inserted into specific meridian acupoints on a body. There is also aquapuncture, that involves injection of a liquid, such as diluted vitamin B12, into an acupoint to relieve muscle pain and discomfort. Moxibustion is a technique used for joint stiffness or allergies in which a heated Chinese herbal compound is applied to or held over acupoints. Electrostimulation, sending an electrical current through pairs of inserted needles, takes less time and creates longer-lasting effects.

“Electrostimulation is very effective for treating neurological conditions such as radial nerve paralysis, facial nerve paralysis, disc disease and any condition that requires strong stimulation,” says veterinarian Bernadette Aleksey, at the Adorable Pets Veterinary Center, in Haddam, Connecticut. She regularly treats dogs, cats and horses for arthritis, neck and back pain, as well as neurological and gastrointestinal problems.

Results similar to acupuncture can be

Plus: Inspired Lifestyle Travel obtained without using needles. Acupressure using hands, cupping therapy using special cups or cool laser stimulation using low levels of light can stimulate hard-toreach acupoints or work for animals that are too restless for needles. “Depending on the severity of the condition, acupuncture treatment could be recommended daily for several days, then spaced out to every week, then as-needed or once a month,” says Tillman.

Precise placement of tiny needles into an ailing dog or a massive horse seems fraught with risk, but the animals only need to be gently restrained and plied with treats during the first treatment. They generally relax quietly for subsequent treatments.

Even Sienna, Schnier’s typically reactive thoroughbred mare, stands still for acupuncture around a swollen eye. “She knows it’s being done to help her,” Schnier says. And her 17-year-old cat held still for tiny needles placed in the sinus areas that helped it breathe better.

In a clinical setting, pets may be more apprehensive, but there are workarounds such as lasers or aquapuncture. “We provide a relaxing environment. The lighting is dimmed, we play relaxing music and treats are encouraged,” says Aleksey.

Pet parents can search for a certified veterinary acupuncturist at ivas.org/vets.

Julie Peterson writes about pets, health and environmental issues. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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FINDING CALM During Trying Times

by Laurie Nadel

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rom the moment we wake up and log on to our day, we are flooded with news about people whose days started off much the same, with an expectation of going from point A to point B, to lunch, to point C and then back home.

But something happened. A tornado touched down in the neighborhood. Or a train derailed in a cousin’s hometown. Or, like now, an invisible killer stalks the globe, threatening to take our life or the life of someone we know.

Within seconds, we are flooded with horror and helplessness. Unable to stop the cascade of acute stress hormones, our bodies shift into fight-or-flight mode or leave us frozen like deer in the headlights.

Whether we see what is happening online, on screen or in real time, we feel unsafe in our own skin. Although disturbing images can be swiped away, when something bad happens to us, we don’t know what to do.

We can’t change the channel.

Even during these tough times, we can find opportunities to develop new strengths and grow individually and together. To start with, we need emotional first aid to help us find calm quickly. We can do this by locating the tension points in our body and asking them what color would help them feel calm. Then we can inhale that color, letting it find its way within to soothe our cells, and exhale our stress by breathing out a different color.

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We can repeat this technique as long and as often as needed. Teachers at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, in Parkland, Florida, report that this really works for kids, too.

To heal means to make whole.

It doesn’t mean to make something go away. Hardship is part of life’s journey.

Even this global pandemic can serve as our spiritual wake-up call to learn how different spiritual traditions heal from life-shattering events. Five gifts offer us the keys to wholeness: n Humility helps us accept what we cannot change. n Patience takes the edge off when the hurt lasts longer than we want. n Empathy keeps us connected for the long haul. n Forgiveness means forgiving ourselves, our leaders and God. n Growth lets us look back with thanks for what we learned when the journey of life was anything but comfortable and easy.

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DANCING TO YOUR OWN DRUMMER The Healing Power of Movement

ovement comes in many colors, from modern dance to country line dancing, and there’s something for everyone, including those that claim to have two left feet. Dancing is healthy for the heart and improves cognitive function by forging new neural pathways in the brain. It builds stronger bones, helps balance and improves flexibility and endurance. Putting on dancing shoes also has a positive effect on depressive disorders, flooding the brain with endorphins that uplift mood and jumpstart motivation. Dance has found its way into the clinical setting as a psychotherapeutic tool for healing trauma, eating disorders and addictions.

Dancing, in essence, is for everyone. “Dance is a human right, a feature of almost every culture in the world, and our natural inclination to dance is one of the things that makes us human,” says David Leventhal, program director of Dance for PD, a nonprofit Parkinson’s Disease program of the Mark Morris Dance Group, in Brooklyn.

Valerie Durham, a modern dancer in Baltimore specializing in the Isadora Duncan technique, concurs, “Birds don’t consider if they have talent for singing, they just sing. They sing because they have a voice. Similarly, dance is a right offered to anyone with a body.”

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A Deterrent for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s Disease and Cancer Going dancing on a Friday night also proves to nourish the brain. A 2017 study published in Frontiers of Aging Neuroscience shows evidence that dance increases white matter that diminishes with cognitive decline. An older study sponsored by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and published in the New England Journal of Medicine spotlights data gathered during a 21-year period and reveals that regular social dancing can reduce the risk for dementia in seniors by 76 percent.

“A number of peerreviewed research studies point to dance’s ability to improve motor skills and function of people living with Parkinson’s disease—balance, gait and tremor. Dance is expressive, giving people a creative voice when it feels that their capacity for physical, vocal and facial expression is being taken away,” says Leventhal.

Durham, who worked with patients at the University of Florida Shands Hospital Arts in Medicine Program in the 1990s, witnessed memorable responses from cancer patients. “We danced with patients who were attached to IVs and those even in the ICU, some who were

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partially or even completely paralyzed, people who maybe could dance only with their eyes. And yet they danced,” marvels Durham. “Getting the lymphatic system, endorphins and breath flowing all elevate the body out of pain mode.”

Dancing from the Soul All forms of dancing have the capability to free the spirit and heal deep emotional wounds buried in the memory-holding fascia of the body’s soft tissues. Ecstatic dance, which has roots in ancient spiritual practices, is an unstructured option that dilutes limiting, self-conscious habits. These days, ecstatic dance gatherings have been organized in cities around the world.

“There’s a vast movement in the dance world that has nothing to do with performance, but rather, is done for the joy of inhabiting a body in motion. Ecstatic dance is a free-form conscious dance and is a vibrant global community for people who love music and movement,” says Donna Carroll, founder of Ecstatic Dance International, in San Francisco. “When we can be courageous enough to turn away from our cultural norms that say you need ‘talent’ to dance, we get a chance to experience music through our bodies, and it can be quite pleasurable and life-affirming. Ecstatic dance is one of the most effective methods to return to what matters, to our bodies, to our ‘home’, and is accessible for people of all abilities.”

In her artistic sphere of performance art, Durham has seen her students blossom from the inside-out. “They are able to connect with the deep wisdom in their bodies, thereby releasing old energetic wounds. Depression and anxiety are relieved during dance because you are so consciously consumed with the present moment of the steps and the music. Dancers will find that they feel more joyful and at peace at the end of a dance session.”

For Leventhal, moving the body is a blessing for all: “Dance should be accessible and enjoyable to everyone, regardless of physical or cognitive challenges.”

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

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Due to the pandemic, many classes are not being held in person, but are streaming instead.

Call ahead or check web sites to learn more.

ONLINE STARTING MAY 2020

Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC) Ayurvedic Practitioner (AP) Certified by NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association)

markyourcalendar MONTHLY INTERFAITH The Chapel at Croton Falls The Symphony of Peace Prayers Service is an interreligious/ inter-spiritual annual peace prayer event.

May 17 on ZOOM led by Rev. Melanie Gambino 10:30 - 11:30am

Offered by The Institute for the Advancement of Ayurvedic Sciences

Please visit our FB Page Chapel at Croton Falls for the service Zoom Link

NEW APPLICATION DEADLINES APRIL 5 (AP); MAY 12 (AHC) Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic & Naturopathic Clinic

646.670.6725; drkaushik@drkaushik.com

The Chapel at Croton Falls, 609, Rt. 22 ChapelAtCrotonFalls.org

sunday

monday Sufi Meditation – 8:30-9:30pm. 1st and 3rd Mon. Individuals of all faiths and persuasions invited to attend and hear about the path and practices and then sit in meditation to experience its effects and benefits. Free. NUR Space, 596 Warburton Ave, Hastings. NurSpace.com.

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Green Street Radio Conversations on Healthy & Sustainable Living – 10am. With Patti and Doug Wood, produced by Grassroots Environmental Education on WBAI-FM in New York and streaming live around the world at WBAI.org

Deep, Slow & Joyful Yoga – 5:45-7pm. With Ann Casapini. Open level. Well balanced asana sequences infused with alignment instruction, insightful contemplation and formal meditation. $20 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

Zooming - Sunday Morning Qigong & Tai Chi – 10am. Qigong, a meditation where the controlled movements improve muscle tone, balance and more.

Tai Chi develops coordination and improves one’s health. First class free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. 845.803.1992.

InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Reiki in the Salt Cave – 1pm and 2pm. Receive a mini-reiki session with salt therapy. Great way to stay healthy. Hudson Valley Healing Center, 51 Springside Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.849.0838.

HudsonValleyHealingCenter.com.

Zooming - Qigong Meditation & Tai Chi for Balance – 10am; 5:30pm and 7pm. Qigong, a meditation where the controlled movements improve muscle tone, balance and more. Tai Chi develops coordination and improves one’s health. First class free. In Balance, Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Breastfeeding Support – 1:30-4pm. 1st and 3rd Tues. Drop-in any time during this judgement-free, friendly and respectful breastfeeding support clinic. $30. NUR Space, 596 Warburton Ave, Hastings.

NurSpace.com.

Modern Meditation – 9-10am. Great for beginners.

Each week explore another aspect of meditation: guided, eating, breathwork, relaxation and more.

Hudson Valley Healing Center, 51 Springside Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.849.0838.

Hudson Valley Regional Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Putnam County’s only year-round indoor-outdoor Famer’s Market. Pet-friendly. Organic produce, Kombucha, plants, wine, complimentary organic coffee and more. Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association, 15 Mt. Ebo Rd. South, Brewster. hudsonvalleyfarmersmarket.org.

Vinyasa – 10am. With Claudia. A challenging flow of postures with attention on alignment, breath awareness, flexibility, balance and strength. For students in good physical condition or those with previous yoga experience. $22 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320.

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YogaShine for Adults – 9-10:30am. With Vitalah Simon. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity and compassion.

Individual attention as needed. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com.

Vinyasa – 10am. With Shira. A moderately paced flow of poses, with attention to alignment and breath. Mildly challenging. $22 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320.

Purchase class card: DrinkLivingJuice.com.

Monday’s Reiki Meditation Circle – 11am12:15pm. Relax, release, restore. Learn how to control the breath, center and allow for healing within. No experience needed. $20. Purple Lotus Zen, 45 Cricklewood N, Yonkers. Registration required, Michelle: 914.513.8398.

YogaShine for Pre-Teens and Teens – 7-8pm. With Vitalah Simon. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, strength and compassion.

Individual attention as needed. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com.

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Tarrytown Environmental Advisory Council’s Monthly Film Series – 7-9pm. 1st Tues. All ages. Different film every month, followed by a discussion through June. Free. Snacks provided.

Warner Library, 121 N Broadway, Tarrytown. Info: TarrytownEnvironmental.org.

Vinyasa Restorative Flow – 7:30-8:45pm. With Jo-Anne Salomone. All levels. A great vinyasa flow class that incorporates restorative yoga. $20 drop-in. Eastchester. Jo-Anne: 917.364.1871 TheTemperanceCenter.com.

wednesday Benefits Information Center (SBICs) – 10am1pm. Centers help adults 60 and over and those caring for the elderly achieve a better understanding of Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage. Somers Library. Register: 914.232.5717.

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Yin Breath Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm.with Victor Gazzini. A yoga class using a breath bases asana practice that incorporates meditation, visualization and chanting. All levels. $20 drop-in. Eastchester.

Vic: 914.319.7322. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

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Sunrise Yoga – 6:30-7:30am. With Victor. A practice for one’s mind, body and breath tradition that is healthful and beneficial. Open level class uses movement with breath, sounds and chanting. Variations and modifications to fit all. $20. Ste 203, Eastchester. Vic: 914.319.7322.

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NETWORK BALANCE FITNESS

YOGA STUDIOS

StepWISEnow Strength.Flexibility.Balance 325 S. Highland Ave., Ste. 109 Briarcliff Manor/ Ossining 914.292.0602; Stepwisenow.com

BEDFORD HILLS Katonah Yoga 39 Main Street 914.241.2661; katonahyoga.com

MOUNT KISCO Elite Performance PT Of Westchester, PC 175 E. Main St. Suite 204 ElitePTandPilates.com 917.476.2164 SOMERS Equipoise Pilates & Wellness Bailey Court, 334 Rt. 202 cbakerpilates@gmail.com 914.276.2056

TAI CHI StepWISEnow Strength.Flexibility.Balance 325 S. Highland Ave., Ste. 109 Briarcliff Manor/ Ossining 914.292.0602; Stepwisenow.com

YONKERS Nueva Alma Yoga & Wellness 799 McLean Avenue 914.294.0606 NuevaAlma.com

POUGHKEEPSIE BRIARCLIFF

PILATES STUDIOS

Putnam Yoga 30 Tomahawk Street Baldwin Place 845.494.8118 PutnamYoga.com

OudiYoga 325 S. Highland Ave Suite 109 Ossining/Briarcliff. All levels 914.236.9208; oudiyoga.com

CORTLANDT MANOR Elevate Yoga Studio 3535 Crompond Rd. carasaxhealth@aol.com elevateyogastudios.com

CROSS RIVER O2 Living/drinklivingjuice 792 Rt. 35 Yellow Monkey Village 914.763.6320; drinklivingjuice.com DOBBS FERRY Sacred Spirit Yoga & Healing Arts Center 343 Broadway (on campus of South Presbyterian Church) sacredspirityogacenter.org

Hudson River Yoga Beginner - Experienced 696 Dutchess Tpk, (near Adams) 845.204.9111 hudsonriveryoga.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

VALHALLA YogaShine Kripalu/Meditate/Yoga Therapy 7-11 Legion Drive, 914.769.8745 yogashine.com

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

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Westchester Yoga Arts RYT200/RYT500/ Kids Yoga TT 888.760.4943; New Rochelle westchesteryogaarts. perfectmind.com

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EASTCHESTER

TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA Crossover Yoga Project 420 S. Riverside Ave Box #223 914.319.4010 crossoveryogaproject.org

YOGA ASSOCIATIONS Yoga Teachers Association Workshops 2nd Sat. 1:30 pm Club Fit, Briarcliff Manor ytacommunications@gmail.com ytayoga.com

The Temperance Center 453 White Plains Road 914.793.2600 TheTemperanceCenter.com

Be sure to check studios for online classes and offerings.

KATONAH Golden Prana Yoga 223 Katonah Avenue 914.984.3408 goldenprana.yoga

MAHOPAC Liberation Yoga & Wellness Center 862 Route 6 845.803.8389; liberationny.com Mamaeh Yoga Family Yoga Studio 900 South Lake Blvd. #8 845.519.2972; mamaehyoga.com May May 2020

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Meditation Group, in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh – 7-8:30pm. For centering in these challenging times. Free. Donation gratefully welcomed. YogaShine Studio, 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745.

Weekly Spiritual and Meditation Program – 7:30-9pm. Gathering with video selections and readings on a weekly topic. Science of Spirituality: Transforming Lives through Meditation. Refreshments following. Free. Mosaic Mental Health Center, 5676 Riverdale Ave, Ste 203, Riverdale.

Info. 914.433.1800. sos.org.

thursday

May 2020

Astrology with Pamela Cucinell

For those interested in the coronavirus from a spiritual, astrological perspective, visit Pamela’s blog at InsightOasis.com.

Set Your Sights On May 1, direct actions prevent squabbles. Productivity rocks May 2. The goal deserves concentrated effort, so sidestep distractions May 3. Relationships entice on May 4, but also distract. Pare down to the essence May 5. Meet each hurtle with absolute focus May 6.

Rise of the Phoenix The May 7 Scorpio Full Moon shines on consideration of finances to present opportunity. Get in nature May 8. Emotions derail May 9 and the antidote is collaborative action. Mother’s Day requires inspiration; don’t forget to “mother” and nurture yourself. Commitment deepens on May 11 — only those up to the task go the distance.

Fine tune your thoughts May 12 before you deliver the message.

Major Retrogrades Venus begins her retrograde slide on May 13; be prepared for six weeks of frugal decisions and care in relationships. Jupiter Retrograde on May 14 increases the need for caution in love and investments — consider what matters over the next several weeks and ways to articulate that. Rough 58

patches smooth out May 15 -16 if you meet them from the heart. Find ways to expend pent-up energy May 17.

A Re-boot Exercise control when the desire to move magnifies May 18. Too many demands amplify power struggles on May 19. A narrow lens towards essential goals thwarts a tug for attention on May 20. Wrap up almost-finished tasks on May 21. The May 22 Gemini New Moon offers fresh takes.

Outline your new direction with a flexible timeline on May 23.

Encourage Expectation Allow playtime May 24. Inspiration and memories stir this Memorial Day. Summer looks different on May 26; face any resistance to open options. Adapt to the unexpected on May 27. Stroke your inner child May 28. Check in with your immune system May 29 — find the weak spots and focus on support. On May 30, confusion signals a need for comfort; make that call. Edit discussion on May 31 because too many opinions dilute clarity.

Pamela Cucinell offers spiritual insight with a practical twist through both astrology and tarot at InsightOasis.com. Discover “spot on” guidance through her website, private sessions and podcasts. For more information, contact pamela@insightoasis.com or call 917.796.6026. See ad page 48.

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Guided Meditations – 9:30-10:15am. With YogaShine for Adults – 6:45-8:15pm. With Vitalah Simon. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity and compassion.

Individual attention as needed. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com.

Hot Vinyasa – 10am. With Kristi. 75min. Infrared heat facilitates flexibility and depth in postures and provides for a detoxifying sweat. Vinyasa flow in a 90 degree heated room. $25 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320.

DrinkLivingJuice.com.

Zooming - Qigong Meditation & Tai Chi for Balance – 10am. Qigong, a meditation where the controlled movements improve muscle tone, balance and more. Tai Chi develops coordination and improves one’s health. First class free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster.

845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Baby Play Group – 11am-12:30pm. Observe one’s baby/toddler play with others. Last Thurs of mos focus is on multi-age, so bring siblings.

Free. NUR Space, 596 Warburton Ave, Hastings.

NurSpace.com.

Thursday’s Women’s Healing Circle – 11am12:30pm. Guided instruction for visual meditation and energy healing. Group therapy for total wellness of mind, body and spirit. Sharing of only time, space and private reflection. $25. Purple Lotus Zen, 45 Cricklewood N, Yonkers. Registration required, Michelle: 914.513.8398.

Strong Enough – 6:30-8pm. Supporting women and men with fertility challenges, infant loss, or miscarriages. Free. NUR Space, 596 Warburton Ave, Hastings. NurSpace.com.

Thursdays Women’s Code – 7-8pm. A casual women’s group that supports each participant’s journey. All welcome. Bring a friend. The Source NY, 143 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie. 845.214.0452.

TheSource-NY.com.

Circle of Dads – 8-9pm. 1st Thurs. Celebrate fatherhood wins, compare blow-out stories and sit in good company. Dads-to-be are also welcome. NUR Space 596 Warburton Ave, Hastings. NurSpace.com.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

HELP WANTED

DO YOU NEED A PLAN B FOR INCOME? Opportunities available in my natural wellness company. Work from home and remotely. No experience necessary. Earn part time or full time income. $20,000 extra bonus opportunity in 2020. Text me for free informational video. Michael Rosenbaum: 914.589.3601.

ONLINE SALES: DIGITAL CONNECTION NY: We are seeking ad sales people who are tech savvy who want to help businesses grow online through our new targeted marketing program on big brand sites. Supplemental income, commissionbased. Outside sales experience preferred. Digital Connection NY a division of Natural Awakenings.

Please call: 845.593.0065 or email: dana-na@ wakeupnaturally.com

BUSINESS SERVICES GRAPHIC DESIGNER – Need a new look for your advertising and promotional material? Graphic designer with 15 years experience in the wellness and holistic industry. Fully bilingual: English & Spanish. Call 787.297.8818 or email waleska@ prnatural.com.

FOR RENT 1510 SQ. FT. STUDIO SPACE/POUGHKEEPSIE – Two dressing rooms, office, mirrored wall, bathroom and large open room at Commerce Street, PK. Available immediately. Priced Reasonable.

Contact dmlevitt1952@gmail.com.

GRATITUDE THANK YOU FOR TODAY and every day. I am grateful for the chance to positively enhance the lives of others, by simply sharing a gracious thank and a warm smile.

friday Chair YogaShine, Super Gentle, for Adults with Special Needs and Seniors – 10-11am. With Vitalah Simon. Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, kripalu-based, developing curiosity, flexibility and compassion.

Individual attention as needed. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com.

Gentle Yoga for Wellness – 10-11:15am. With Ann Casapini. Gentle level. Yoga using chairs, props, deep relaxation/meditation to build stability, strength and flexibility. $20 drop-in. Eastchester.

Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

Zooming - Qigong Meditation & Tai Chi for Balance – 10am; 5:30pm and 7pm. Qigong, a meditation where the controlled movements improve muscle tone, balance and more. Tai Chi develops coordination and improves one’s health. First class free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.

EARN PT OR FT INCOME in the Natural Health industry. Openings for 2-3 people. Flexible schedule. Supportive team. Earn $20,000 bonus in 2020. To schedule confidential interview text Michael Rosenbaum 914.589.3601.

INSPIRATION

FREE INSPIRATION! NEED A LIFT? Listen to a Shine On Podcast right now! Kacey.co. Shine On The Health and Happiness Show is heard first on 100.7 WHUD Sundays at 6:30 AM.

SERVICES COMPASSIONATE CARE/ALL AGES - NYS Registered Nurse with Holistic certification will provide respite care, while you renew yourself; hours, days or weeks. Can provide references. Call 315.408.8700.

VENDORS AND FAIRS EXHIBITORS WANTED: Vendor, speaker reader and healer spots available at the JULY Awaken Fair in Tarrytown NY. This body-mindspirit event has been running for nearly 20 years in Westchester, attracting 1,000 guests and 125+ exhibitors. AwakenFair.com AwakenUSA@ aol.com

VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Stray HELP, a 501c3 cat rescue, needs your skillset: humane trapping, adoption events and marketing among others.

Contact ann@strayhelp.org or call 845.488.5211 for more information.

PET ADOPTION SPCA OF WESTCHESTER – Open 7 Days a Week: Mon-Sat 10-4 & Sun 1-4. No appointment necessary.

Come find a new best friend. 590 North State Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510. spca914.org.

Networking Gala – 5-8pm. With Joy Matalon.

Networking event for professionals offering local educational or therapeutic services for children and adults. Free. 100 Executive Blvd, Ste 203, Ossining.

Info: 914.519.8138. JoyMatalon.com.

saturday Hot Vinyasa – 8:30am. With Neely. 75min. Infrared heat facilitates flexibility and depth in postures and provides for a detoxifying sweat. Vinyasa flow in a 90 degree heated room. $25 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320.

DrinkLivingJuice.com.

Gossett Brothers Farmer’s Market – 9am–1pm.

Vendors include Bee Guy Apiaries, Do-Re-Mi Farms, Johnny Cake Farms, Wave Hill Bread, Honore’s Table, Du Soleil, Bongo Pasta, also fresh fish, homemade ice cream and crafts. 1202 Rte. 35, South Salem. Info: Gossett Brothers Nursery on Facebook.

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Shaolin Kung Fu & Women’s Self Defense – 10am. This training is an excellent exercise regime and self-defense system. The powerful movements develop coordination and promote external strength.

First class free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Peekskill Farmers Market – Year-round market offering fresh food and family fun. FMNP and SNAP accepted. Rain or Shine. The winter market is at 828 Main Street, Peekskill, 10am-2pm thru April 25. Then back outside on Bank Street from May 2 thru Nov 21. Info: peekskillfarmersmarket.com.

Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 1:30pm.

2nd Sat. Open to teachers and students, members and nonmembers. Club Fit, Briarcliff Manor. Info: ytayoga.com.

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ADDICTION CESSATION

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.

ACUPUNCTURE KURT BEIL, ND, LAC, MPH

Awaken Wellness Center 121 Smith Ave., Mount Kisco, NY 10549 DrKurtBeil.com, info@drkurtbeil.com 914.362.8315

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Chinese medicine for relieving muscle/joint pain and headaches; treating chronic disease including autoimmune disease, digestive disorders, and mental health conditions; boosting immune function; balancing hormones; helping tobacco/substance addiction; and reducing stress. Includes acupuncture, herbs, cupping, moxibustion, qigong, and TENS electro-stimulation.

Insurance reimbursement available for some services. See ad pg 15.

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.

ACUPRESSURE JIN SHIN DO® BODYMIND

ACUPRESSURE® GAIL KELLSTROM, MFA, LMT, AOBTA Katonah, NY 914.232.5754; jinshindony.com Powerful relaxation techniques reduces stress, eases neck/ shoulder/back tension and headaches. Balance, replenish, body, mind and spirit with “The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.” Gentle yet deep Asian Bodywork thousands of years old. In practice 35 years. C.E.U. classes.

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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 ads pgs 19 & 49.

MARGARET STEELE L.AC, DIPL, NCCAOM

25 North Division St. Peekskill, NY Margaret.steele@gmail.com 914.772.4589; SteeleNeedlesAcupuncture.com Offering Classical Chinese Acupuncture and Aromatherapy.

Activate your body’s own healing potential with highly targeted treatments. Specializing in fertility and women’s health, acute and chronic pain, and acute and chronic health issues, including auto-immune disorders.

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QUIT WITH QUINN

Briarcliff Manor and Midtown Manhattan Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com Quit with Quinn helps p e o p l e 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. 85% success rate. See ad pg 35.

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.

APPLIED KINESIOLOGY DR. JODI KENNEDY DC, PAK

Integrity Chiropractic 11 Miller Rd Mahopac, NY 10541 845.628.7233 IntegrityChiropractic.net Do you struggle with chronic problems like fibromyalgia, TMJ or heartburn? Unearth the root cause through a total-body approach that uses functional muscle testing. Experience lasting relief from a holistic treatment that addresses the whole person & provides empowering exercises. Call for a free consult & begin to transform your life today!

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 48.

AYURVEDA CLAUDIA GUKEISEN, MA, CAHC

The Center for Health & Healing, Mt. Kisco, NY; center4healing.net Izlind Integrative Wellness Center, Rhinebeck, NY; izlind.com claudiagukeisen@mac.com; 914.673.3313 Learn the principles of Ayurveda to help correct digestive issues that contribute to sleep, stress and other health imbalances.

Ayurvedic diet, cooking and lifestyle recommendations along with Ayurvedic & Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Reiki facilitate long-term improvements to your current health challenges. Support provided between visits.

CANDLES

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CUSTOM CANDLE CO

DR. LEIGH DAMKOHLER, CCSP, LMT

25 Depot Plaza Bedford Hills NY; 914.218.8357 customcandleco.com

8 Bacon Place, Yonkers, NY 10710 914.523.7947 Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com

Locally made in Bedford.

Hundreds of candles in stock or create your own custom candle. Choose your favorite scent, wax color, wick type and container. All natural soy candles, handcrafted and nontoxic with long-lasting aroma. Shop in stores or on-line. Stores are open 7 days a week. See ad pg 37.

UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC OF NY

CBD 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,T,W. See ad pg 21.

CBD LIVE NATURAL

A Division of Custom Candle CO. Bedford Hills NY: 914.218.8357 CBDLIVENATURAL.COM Open 7 days a week. We want our customers to feel their best and know that there is a solution to change their quality of life so that they can live naturally without prescription drugs. Products for People and Pets. Please call for more information. See ad pg 37.

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. See ad pg 45.

311 North St., Suite 410, White Plains, NY 914.686.6200: ucc-ny.com/nucca

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 75.

THE PHARM STAND

A Wellness Boutique 15 Maple av, Armonk, NY 914.219.4360; Thepharmstandoco.com

BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY

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!

Offering high quality Hemp derived CBD products including tinctures, gel caps, muscles rubs, creams, teas, chocolates, honeys and more. Plus, a full line of pet products for dogs, cats and horses. In addition to CBD products, the store also offers several lines of wellness and gift products. See ad pg 31.

COACHING JANE SILVERMAN

Life Coach in Positive Psychology 914.263.7080; janesilvermanlifecoach.com Feeling stuck? Gain clarity, investigate your strengths and navigate transitions with proven tools and guidance. Free phone consultation to explore how working together can help you make the positive changes you seek. Appointments in person or by phone. See ad pg 31.

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COACH – EATING PSYCHOLOGY SHARON CAHR, EATING PSYCHOLOGY Certified Mind Body Health Coach 914.309.3452 cahrma12@gmail.com

DANCE FITNESS LISA DANCE FIT

Arthur Murray Dance Studio 139 E. Post Rd., White Plains, NY 10601 lisamcanning@gmail.com; 415.290.5537 Saturday morning dance party with Lisa! Rise, shine and kick your morning off with a cardio dance party! Easy to follow moves to your favorite rhythms from around the globe. Have a great time! No dance experience required - all are welcome!

Mind Body Nutrition is a life changing approach to address our eating challenges. We will work together in a way in which eating and health issues become a place of exploration. I look forward to working with you to offer practical results oriented strategies.

DOWSER CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY GET THE HEALTH YOU WANT!

Elizabeth Pasquale, LMT, CST, Director White Plains & Ossining offices 914.762.4693; WellOnTheWay.Com

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!

Curious about energy medicine? Know there is something to it, from all you’ve r e a d a n d h e a r d ? A r e y o u tingling with excitement right now, knowing you’re about to experience something life changing? Free get-acquainted phone call!

JOY MATALON LMT, CST

The Center for Health + Healing Mount Kisco, Additional offices Ossining & Garrison 914.519.8138; Joymatalon.com CranioSacral Therapy with a specialty in Somato Emotional Release and Process Acupressure allows chronic physical, emotional, and spiritual issues to be intimately explored bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process which continues after the session is over.

ENERGY HEALING ANNE H. BENTZEN, MSOT, RMT, JRP

Usui/Karuna® Reiki Master Teacher, Jikiden Reiki, Energetic Counseling, OT Locations Armonk and Eastchester 914.588.4079; balancing4life.com Energetic balance is essential to your health. Restore energetic flow, balance your chakras, clear stress symptoms, pain, inflammation, depression, anxiety, insomnia and more. Improve natural immunity, mental clarity and peace. Reiki classes all levels. Private sessions.

Weekend retreats. See ad pg 48.

BERNADETTE BLOOM

Energy Medicine Practitioner, Teacher, Medical Intuitive, Physical Therapist 239.289.3744; theesotericbloom.com

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Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you exhausted from pain, stress or PTSD? Balance your body’s energies for optimal physical health and emotional well-being with Esoteric Healing, a high vibrational technique from Tibet.

See ad pg 15.

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EMPOWERMENT COACH MIDLIFE EMPOWERMENT COACH Margaret Rizzuto, WPCC, ACC Supporting you in life and business.

845.729.2685; margaretrizzuto.com

Working with women who are ready for change, ready to redefine midlife. My clients are empty-nesters, business owners, retired, relocating, starting over.

Be seen and heard. Move forward with confidence and intention.

This is your “Prime Time.”

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION GRASSROOTS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION grassrootsinfo.org 914.422.3141;gee@grassrootsinfo.org

Science based environmental health nonprofit with mission to educate the public regarding environmental exposures and links to health and environmental impacts. Practical information and solution tools are provided.

Serves local and state governments, school systems, health professionals, organizations and individuals nationwide. See ad pg 73.

ESSENTIAL OILS ALINA RINATO

Young Living Diamond 845.208.9771 alina@rinatofamilyessentials.com We are a collective of local moms with decades of combined experience working with Young Living Essential Oils. We are here to help you select, purchase, and safely use the best oils for you and your family! Monthly classes, personalized recommendations and online community.

FACIALS BOTANIC FACE & BODY

1 Neperan Rd, Tarrytown NY 646.509.8754; hello@botanicfacebody.com botanicfacebody.com Expert aesthetician Theresa Naman sets herself apart with her results-oriented approach to skin care. Her passion for 100% pure natural ingredients, yet simple effective solutions has earned her clients’ trust and respect. Featuring skincare by Savor Beauty, made locally in the Hudson Valley.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 400 Rella Blvd. St. 165, Montebello, 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.

See ad pg 17.

ROSEMARY VOLPE CARINCI 914.469.4298 By appointment only Mahopac, NY 10541

Feel pampered with the purest organic products combining powerful botanicals and vitamins which deliver remarkable results and younger looking skin. Rosemary is a licensed cosmetologist with three decades of experience and offers a total sensory experience. Her passion is to make every woman feel indulged and beautiful.

DANIELA HORTENCIO

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.

WANDA JEANTY, MD, MS, HC

Poughkeepsie, NY 120601 917.868.1769; notanotherdietwanda.com Integrative consulting for small to mid-sized companies who want to implement wellness programs with biometric screenings for their employees. Assessment of existing wellness programs for effectiveness or health educator for public speaking engagements; as well as a trainer for medical Spanish.

NUR SPACE

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 47.

a wellness sanctuary 596 Warburton Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson NurSpace.com NUR is an open space for people to gather around ideas of conscious health, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Behind the scenes of our conscious c o m m u n i t y, w e o f f e r a curated collective of wellness practitioners. Parking is adjacent to the space.

HEALTH COACH ROBIN MILLER, LMHC, INHC

By Appointment; Sarah’s House of Health 900 South Lake Blvd, Mahopac, NY 914.562.0618; danielahortencio.com Eminence Organic Skin Care is handmade, extracted from plants, vegetables and herbs from a family-owned farm in Hungary. Let the aromas treat your senses and the ingredients impart health and beauty to your skin. Gentle massage will stimulate collagen and deliver ingredients to the deepest layer of your skin. See ad pg 43.

HEALTH & WELLNESS CONSULTING

HEALING CENTER THE TEMPERANCE CENTER

Merrill Black, LCSW, Reiki Master & Instructor Hypnotherapist, Intuitive Energy Healer, RYT, LFYP-2, Founder 453 White Plains Rd, #201/203, Eastchester 914.793.2600; thetemperancecenter.com Nurture your mind, body, and soul thru a variety of healing modalities and services that include, psychotherapy, reiki, hypnosis, acupuncture, massage, intuitive healing, spiritual counseling, nutritional consulting, astrological birth charts, therapeutic yoga, guided channeling meditation classes, Qi Gong Classes, LifeForce Yoga. Rediscover your control and balance your life. See ad pg 28.

914.419.5256 robinmillerwellness@gmail.com RobinMillerWellness.com

I specialize in applying Medical Medium Healing Pathways for restorative health, especially in the face of increasing environmental toxins and biological exposures that often result in chronic, unexplained symptoms. I also help people navigate emotional responses to our physical states and life patterned triggers. See ad pg 48.

SYNERGIZE AND THRIVE

Integrative Nutrition Health Coaching Rachel Mazzei, INHC Jennifer Marks, INHC At the Bove’ Spa & Wellness (366 Route 202, Somers, NY) 914.266.2092; synergizeandthrive.com Our coaching practice focuses on assessing client lifestyles, addressing health concerns, and then working with them to make behavioral, nutritional, and other changes to promote health and wellness.

Specialties include weight loss and chronic disease prevention. We look forward to helping people feel, look, and be their best self.

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HENNA MARGIE NUGENT, ICNHA

Certified Natural Henna Artist 914.714.8069; Mt. Kisco margie@makingfacesparties.com Henna is an ancient tradition used for celebration, protection, blessings and healing. All henna is natural plant-based and freshly made in house. Services include Belly Blessings, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Goddess Gatherings, Henna Crowns, weddings, private appointments, corporate events and classes.

HOMEOPATHY SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD

BALANCE BODYWORK

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.

See ad pg 17.

Offering therapeutic massage and Reiki for stress- and pain-relief, relaxation and general wellness.

Gift certificates available for all modalities, including pre- and postnatal bodywork, aromatherapy and hot stone massage by appointment.

Set your intention for healing yourself and those around you.

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 400 Rella Blvd. St. 165, Montebello, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com

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.

MASSAGE & BODYWORK

HORSE & RIDER DANA BOULANGER #US28016 Independent BEMER Distributor Mahopac/Pawling/Scarsdale 914.760.5645 danafeelsgood.bemergroup.com

Holistic Support for Horses.

BEMER vet products support faster recovery, regeneration of tissue, and more efficient hydration of your horse. And reduces stress from transportation and competition. “BEMER is a 21st century ‘Fountain of Youth’ for horse and rider.”

Linda Tellington-Jones. Sessions Available. CALL For Free Demo.

Therapeutic Massage & Reiki Lisanne Elkins, MA, LMT, RM 153 Main St. Suite B, Mt. Kisco 914.319.4375; balancebodywork.biz

SOULAURAS WELLNESS CENTER

Laura Giacovas,LMT, MS Ed., 4th Dan Master Instructor Taekwondo Briarcliff NY 914.941.2400, soulauras.com Our mission is to enhance wellness and quality of life through Therapeutic Massage and Integrated Holistic Healing.

We are committed to providing an inspired, nurturing environment from which wellness and harmony can be realized.

MATTRESSES DAVIS FURNITURE

HOLISTIC DENTIST LAND CONSERVATION

DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND 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.

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

WESTCHESTER LAND TRUST 403 Harris Rd, Bedford Hills, NY 914.234.6992 WestchesterLandTrust.org

Westchester Land Trust works together with public and private partners to preserve land in perpetuity, and to protect and enhance the natural resources in our communities.

Learn about their many innovative programs at WestchesterLandTrust.org

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 19.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA LYNN PARODNECK M.D.

Certified Medical Marijuana Practitioner 914.525.6536; DrParodneck@gmail.com DrLynnParodneck.com Evaluations and Consultations; D r. P a r o d n e c k w o r k s i n 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 35.

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MEDITATION

NUTRITION

SACRED LARCHMONT

NUSPECIES

Sacred is a space dedicated to meditation, sound healing, gentle yoga, energy medicine and many more healing modalities, classes and workshops that encourage you to quiet your thoughts and tune into your inner guidance. See ad pg 24.

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 3.

11 Addison Street Larchmont, NY 10538 914.825.9535; sacredlarchmont.com

MEMORY LOSS/DEMENTIA SHARP AGAIN NATURALLY—501(C)3 Alzheimer.Dementia.Memory Loss 914.281.1404; SharpAgain.org

Experiencing “senior moments? Have a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s? Memory loss has many causes, and can be prevented and treated. Early intervention makes a real difference! Researchbased information to help you and your loved ones at sharpagain.org. See ad pg 74.

Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 HQ: 427 Main St. Beacon, NY 12508

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.

PET RESCUE/ADOPTION STRAY HELP

PO Box 245, Fishkill, NY 12524 845.232.0336, strayhelp.org Stray HELP: a registered not-forprofit managed by volunteers.

Our mission: rescue and care for stray and homeless animals while providing humane education to the community. Our vital community programs: Trap/ Neuter/Return, Spay clinics, adoption and working cat program, colony caretaker support. See ad pg 72.

REIKI HEALING TABLE

Deborah J. Taylor RN Usui /Holy Fire ® Reiki Master/Teacher 914.280.9844; Djthealingtable@gmail.com Reiki is a gentle, loving, universal life force energy. It will help you to relax and promote self-healing on all levels of mind, body and spirit. Reiki can help reduce anxiety and stress. Yonkers / Dobbs Ferry. By appointment.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR KURT BEIL, ND, LAC, MPH

Awaken Wellness Center 121 Smith Ave., Mount Kisco, NY 10549 DrKurtBeil.com, info@drkurtbeil.com 914.362.8315 Utilize an integrative healing approach from a doctor trained in holistic medicine. Working with your current medical treatments & labwork, as well as botanical medicine, dietary & lifestyle counselling, nutritional supplements, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, stress reduction and ecotherapy. Insurance reimbursement available for some services. See ad pg 15.

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: M,T,W. See ad pg 21.

PHARMACY-COMPOUNDING LAKE MAHOPAC PHARMACY/ SURGICAL Nagi Wissa, R.Ph., IP, CEO 559 Rt, 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 lakemahopacpharmacy.com T: 845.208.0424; F: 845.208.0425

We are your neighborhood holistic compounding pharmacy, ready to support y o u r h e a l t h . We o f f e r compounding prescriptions, on-line prescription renewals, supplements, homeopathic remedies, personal care products, fair trade gifts and more. We deliver and we are happy to answer your questions. See ad pg 31.

PODIATRY KATONAH PODIATRY, PC

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.

RETREATS SACRED EARTH HEALING SANCTUARY Ancram New York Mary@lightsourceconnection.com lightsourceconnection.com

Restore, Reconnect, Align. Two days of transformational healing immersion using shamanic healing, horse medicine, meditation, and my unique Light Source Connection healing method. Heal at a soul level so that you leave feeling deep relief from your cells to your soul. See ad pg 49.

YOGA IN THE ADIRONDACKS

2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; 914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com Yoga in the Adirondacks is nestled in the valley of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, where yoga embraces nature. Connect your mind, body and spirit and explore your retreat with likeminded people to build a happier and healthier life.

Studio available for your yoga/wellness private group as well. See ad pg 49.

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SLEEP DISORDER DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND 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.

STRESS REDUCTION DANA BOULANGER #US28016 Independent BEMER Distributor Mahopac/Pawling/Scarsdale 914.760.5645 danafeelsgood.bemergroup.com

C h a n g e Yo u r Life. Support your optimal well-being systemically. Enhance blood-flow, circulation, cardiac function, physical endurance, energy, concentration, mental acuity, stress reduction and relaxation. Easy to use, only 8 minutes, two times a day. Sessions available. CALL For Free Demo.

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 make-up. All organic, all the time.

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: Oneon-one counseling (counselors are also cancer survivors); Support groups; Educational and wellness programs; Webinars; Social gatherings; Referrals; A national toll-free information and support hotline.

See ad pg 69.

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.

SPIRITUAL COACH MARY ELLEN O’BRIEN

Soul Alignment Coach and Healer Cold Spring, NY 845.202.1717; AwakenYourTrueEssence.com Mary Ellen O’Brien is a Soul Alignment Coach and Healer who helps Spiritual Practitioners and Healers align with their higher self consistently so they can fully own their gifts. She holds frequent group programs in Cold Spring, NY.

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TMJ DISORDER DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND 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.

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VETERINARY HOSPITAL

WELLNESS SPA

FULL CIRCLE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

THE BOVÉ SPA & WELLNESS

We specialize in the integration of holistic and conventional veterinary medicine to provide quality, comprehensive care for your pet’s needs. We enjoy taking time to get to know our clients and their pets. This allows pets to relax, while we learn about their family lifestyle.

The Bové Spa and Wellness offers a combination of medical, aesthetic, and holistic treatments. With hormone optimization, facials, cryotherapy, weight loss, CBD therapy, nutritional health coaching and red light therapy, your customized treatment plan awaits to support your health and happiness.

366 Route 202, Somers, NY 10589 914.276.2200 TheBoveSpa.com

Integrative, Holistic & Conventional 1609 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY 845.234.4417; FullCircleVetHopsital.com

WEIGHT LOSS

WORKSHOPS

LAURIE R. MALLIS, MD, LAC

PULSE MANIFESTATION & EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP

SearchLight Medical 2424 Route 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 845.592.4310; SearchLightMedical.com

Led by Janet Catalina, MSW MEMBER: Westchester Holistic Network 914.548.8372; catalina.janet@gmail.com

Lose weight, inches and improve your overall health with the Mei Zen Acupuncture treatment for weight loss and abdominal toning.

Jump start your metabolism and balance your body’s energy as you lose weight. Additional benefits include enhanced energy and improved digestion. See ads pg 19 & 49.

Learn how to become a Master Manifester. Create that dream job, find your soul mate, pay off your debts or whatever you desire.

Learn to release what has blocked you up to now. Once you have learned how to PULSE, you have an empowerment tool for the rest of your life. Please visit pulsemanifestion.com for workshop dates.

QUIT WITH QUINN

Addiction-Free Naturally Briarcliff Manor and Midtown Manhattan Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com

REIKI FUSION: ENERGY HEALING,

Dance, Movement and Breath Work Retreat Cynthia M Chase, Reiki Master/Teacher MEMBER: Westchester Holistic Network

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.

85% success rate. See ad pg 35.

WELLNESS CENTER SOULAURAS HOLISTIC WISDOM & WELLNESS CENTER 510 N. State Rd., Briarcliff, NY Soulauras.com

The practitioners of Soulauras are committed to providing an inspired, nurturing environment from which wellness and harmony can be realized. Services: Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork, Auricular Acupressure and Integrated Holistic Healing Services, Yoga, Reiki, Reflexology and Chakra Balancing.

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Learn the art of meditation through movement, transcend limiting beliefs to embrace your greater potential. Become a more powerful healer for yourself, loved ones and others. Learn how to access the wisdom within.

Experience rejuvenation, growth and empowerment.

Please visit cynthiamchase.com for workshop dates.

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