STAYING HYDRATED

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT DRINKING WATER

by Sandra Yeyati

Maintaining proper hydration is one of the most important measures we can take to benefit our health. “The human body is made up of 55 to 75 percent water, and proper fluid levels are essential for many important body functions, including nutrient and oxygen transportation, temperature regulation, blood pressure stabilization, removal of waste from the body and muscle repair,” says Josh Axe, a Nashvillebased clinical nutritionist and doctor of chiropractic and natural medicine. “Drinking enough water allows for healthy digestion and detoxification, supports hunger control and improves the appearance of your skin, eyes and hair.”

Throughout the day, our bodies expend liquid to perform these vital functions. “Dehydration occurs when you lose more bodily fluids than you consume,” says Axe, the author of Ancient Remedies and founder of DrAxe.com. “Your body needs water and electrolytes replenished, otherwise you’ll experience symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, muscle weakness and spasms, headache, dizziness, nausea and fatigue.” “How we live today is why we’re so much more dehydrated than we were 30 to 50 years ago,” says Dana Cohen, a New York City integrative medicine physician and coauthor of Quench. “Air conditioning and heating are so drying. Electronics, prescription drugs, processed foods, fluorescent lighting—all these things coming at us and affecting our cells—are sucking the hydration out of our environments and out of us.” According to Cohen—the risks of day-in-day-out, low-grade dehydration—the kind most of us experience—include constipation, joint pain, stiffness, brain fog and cognition problems. “There’s some evidence that it is also a risk factor for diabetes, Alzheimer’s and certain cancers like colon and kidney cancers,” she adds.

How to Hydrate

Optimum hydration is more nuanced than simply drinking eight to 10 eightounce glasses of water a day. It depends on our body size, age, diet and level of physical activity or exposure to hot temperatures, Axe says. He recommends more fluids for women that are pregnant or breastfeeding, teenagers that are developing quickly and people on medications like antibiotics, diuretics, hormone pills, blood pressure medications and cancer treatments. Cohen points to a few reliable markers: “We’re meant to urinate every two to three hours throughout the day, and you want the color of your urine to be strong, but

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not too orange or too brown, which indicates dehydration, and not crystal-clear, because you could be over-hydrating.”

In her book Quench, Cohen delineates a five-day plan to optimize hydration.

Start every day with a big glass of water, which can include a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of real salt (pink or sea salt, not processed table salt).

Drink a glass of water before every meal. “For people who are trying to lose weight, a few published studies suggest that this will help them lose five additional pounds over a three-month period when dieting,” she says.

When feeling hungry, drink a glass of water. We often mistake hunger for thirst.

Consume one or two green smoothies a day made with a blend of greens, water and added ingredients to taste. This will incorporate a healthy amount of daily fiber, which helps to absorb and hold on to water.

Add what Cohen calls “micro-movements” throughout the day, such as nodding the head up and down, rotating the wrists and ankles, scrunching fingers and toes or twisting the torso. “These little movements help to move fluid throughout the body and lubricate joints,” she explains.

Hydrating Foods

According to Axe, some foods are naturally hydrating, including coconut water, melons, celery, cucumber, kiwi, citrus fruits, carrots, bell peppers, berries, lettuce, avocado, zucchini and tomatoes.

Cohen recommends one to two tablespoons of chia seeds mixed into a liquid every day. “They’re incredibly hydrating. If you soak chia seeds in water, they form this gel-like structure on them. Thanks to some fascinating research by Dr. Gerald Pollack from the University of Washington, in Seattle, this gel water, which has different properties from regular H2O, is believed to store energy like a battery. Getting more of this structured water by eating plants should be your goal, so your body and your cells are better hydrated.”

Best Fluids to Drink

“The best option is purified water that goes through a filtering process to remove chemical pollutants, bacteria, fungi and algae, but still has beneficial minerals,” Axe says. Both Axe and Cohen recommend the Environmental Working Group’s water filter guide (ewg.org) to find the best athome system for every budget, as well as its database that lists the safety of tap water in each U.S. zip code.

“The research shows that under four cups of coffee a day is not a diuretic, so it does contribute to your hydration; anything above four cups starts to become a diuretic and goes against you,” Cohen notes, adding that herbal teas are always a great hydrating option with added medicinal properties.

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

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Come celebrate the Beltane with Us – 6-7pm. Lighting the fires that bring in fertility and growth. Plant the seed of intentions for the summer months. $15. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460. Death and Chocolate Workshop – 6-9pm. Participants share their hearts over cacao truffles, allow space for grief, normalize discussions around death, and offer homage to all the lessons that come with the process. $33. Moss and Moonlight: Sanctuary for Healing Arts, Hopewell Junction. Info: MossAndMoonLight.com. TUESDAY, MAY 3

Circle of Moms at NUR Space – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. 8:15pm. Virtual. Moms are welcome to join the circle, where members offer support for each other, share stories about motherhood, and hold space for those who need it. Free. Info: NurSpace.com. WEDNESDAY, MAY 4

Welcoming in the Goddess – 5:30-6:30pm. With John. Learning to connect with different aspects of the Goddess. This month’s focus is the Hearth /Fire Mother. $15. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

FRIDAY, MAY 6

Qi Gong Class – 10:30-11:45am. Fridays in May. Classes will involve simple movements aligned with breathwork in order to alleviate stress and promote flexibility. Open to everyone, regardless of physical capabilities. $100/5 class package. Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Rt. 376, Poughkeepsie. Info: EmpoweredByNature.net. SATURDAY, MAY 7

Mother’s Day Informal Tea May at Boscobel – 5/7 & 5/8. Hot tea service, savory or sweet brunch boxes and a bunch of blooming tulips, held outdoors with live classical guitar music. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 New York Rt. 9D, Garrison. Tickets/ info: 845.265.3638; Boscobel.org. TUESDAY, MAY 10

The Circulatory System: Assessing Each Body

Constitution – 7-8pm. With Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free online lecture. Offered through the Pawling Free Library. Register with library: 845.855.3444 or PawlingFreeLibrary.org. WEDNESDAY, MAY 11

Divination series: Intro to the Tarot – 5:306:30pm. With John/Rose. Begin the journey into divination by first exploring how it works. This month we introduce The Tarot. $25. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460. FRIDAY, MAY 13

Qi Gong Class – 10:30-11:45am. Fridays in May. Classes will involve simple movements aligned with breathwork in order to alleviate stress and promote flexibility. Open to everyone, regardless of physical capabilities. $100/5 class package. Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Rt. 376, Poughkeepsie. Info: EmpoweredByNature.net. Summer Vision Board Workshop– 5:30-6:30pm. Participants get a head start on summer by working on the vision of the things they want to manifest.$20. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

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Class – 6-7:30pm. Dive into the magic of the Tarot. Major & Minor Arcana, readings, spreads. $30 or $180/6 classes. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com; 914.737.4325.

SATURDAY, MAY 14

BluePath Service Dogs 6th Annual Walkathon

– 10am-1pm. Walkathon participants receive a tshirt, food, games and all-day fun – rain or shine. Walkers choose between a 1.7-mile or 3-mile loop. Friendly dogs welcome. $20/children; $30/ adults. FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights. Info: bluepathservicedogs.org, 845.377.0477. Green Fair – 11am-3pm. Educators and vendors demonstrate earth friendly practices and share ideas on practices to save money. Free. Frances Mark Park, Clinton. Info: Jack Persely 845.266.5006. Sign of the Times – 2-4pm. Join Tanya Brennan for an energetic workshop, learn the basics of the Law of Attraction, tap into personal power, clear negative energy and more.$45. Info: UniversalHealingArts. com; 914.737.4325.

Women’s Circle Meditation in Himalayan Salt

Cave – 6:30-8pm. With Michelle Eggink. Guided meditations, breathwork, journaling, discussion and sharing time, and organic tea. $40. Pellegrino Healing Center’s Salt Cave, 4307 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park. Info: pellegrinohealingcenter.com/events. SUNDAY, MAY 15

10th Sheep and Wool Festival – 10am-4pm. Child-friendly craft activities, pony rides, a petting zoo, live music, local craft vendors, and food. Free admission and parking. Fiber Craft Studio, Threefold Educational Center campus, in Chestnut Ridge. Info: 845.425.2891; FiberCraftStudio.org. Get Ordained! Order of Melchizedek –12-6pm. Officiated by Daniel Chesbro. Receive an energy boost, attunement and certification. Participants will be able to perform legal weddings, funerals, ceremonies, etc. $225. Info: UniversalHealingArts. com; 914.737.4325. Flower Moon Lunar Eclipse Gathering – 9:30pm1:30am. Safe place to see the full lunar eclipse, learn the facts and history of eclipses and catch a 19th-century magic lantern performance. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 New York Rt. 9D, Garrison. Tickets/info: 845.265.3638; Boscobel.org. MONDAY, MAY 16

Full Moon – 5:30-6:30pm. This month participants tap into the full moon to add to the healing circle. $15. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460. TUESDAY, MAY 17

Book Reading & Release – 6-7pm. Hear and discuss excerpts from Moving by Faith: A Gentle Course of Embodying Inner Trust. Virtual. Info: 845.677.3517; WhiteLotusGrace.com. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18

Working with the Angels – 5:30-6:30pm with Rose. Explore the energy of the angelic realms and the angel this month that’s associated with Taurus. $25. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460. FRIDAY, MAY 20

Qi Gong Class – 10:30-11:45am. Fridays in May. Classes will involve simple movements aligned with breathwork in order to alleviate stress and promote flexibility. Open to everyone, regardless of physical capabilities. $100/5 class package. Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Rt. 376, Poughkeepsie. Info: EmpoweredByNature.net. Spirited Evening Tea – 6-7pm. With Rose. End the week with Tea with a kick! Participants drink spirits while they commune with the spirits. $20. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460. Open House at Balancing 4 Life – 6-8pm.Visit the newest center for restorative wellness services. Meet practitioners. Crystal wrapped jewelry demonstration. Two raffles and closing group meditation and Reiki experience by owner Anne Bentzen. 25 Broadway, Suite 101, Pleasantville. Info: 914.588.4079; Balancing4Life.com.

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Mayfest Essential Farmers & Makers Market

–12noon-5pm. 5/21 & 5/22. Curated selection from farms, distilleries, breweries, wineries, restaurants, artists, artisans and more. Walkway Over The Hudson Bridge, free parking at the Poughkeepsie Train Station, 41 Main and complimentary shuttles. Info: Walkway.org. Book Reading & Release – 1:30-2:30pm.Hear and discuss excerpts from Moving by Faith: A Gentle Course of Embodying Inner Trust. In person. Info: 845.677.3517; WhiteLotusGrace.com. TUESDAY, MAY 24

The Circulatory System: Assessing Each Body

Constitution – 7-8pm. With Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free online lecture. Offered through the DesmondFish Public Library, Garrison. Register with library: 845.424.3020 or DesmondFishLibrary.org. WEDNESDAY, MAY 25

Healing Dance – 11:30am-12:30pm. Gentle energy for body, mind, and soul. Request virtual or in person. Info: 845.677.3517; WhiteLotusGrace.com.

Conscious Living with Q & A “Ask the Doctor”

– 1pm. Bring wellness concerns to Dr. Jordan, PhD Minister Holistic Practitioner, essential oils demo, hydration info. For ages 18 and up. Free. John C. Hart Memorial Library, 1130 East Main St, Shrub Oak. Info: 914.330.5594; AlternativeHealingClinic.com. Crystal Work Shop – 5:30-6:30pm. With Theresa. Deepen understanding of using Crystals to bring healing. $15. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

FRIDAY, MAY 27

An Online Weekend Retreat withPema Chödrön

& Tim Olmsted – 5/27-5/29. Online/Livestream. Explore Buddhist teachings that help to engage with the world in an open and deeply connected way, with beloved teacher Pema Chödrön. Tuition: $99 (members $89). Info: eOmega.org.

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Monthly Seance 7-9pm. $15. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

SUNDAY, MAY 29

The Stress Is Gone Method Retreat – 5/29-6/3. Weekend retreat with Brett Cotter. Find Freedom from stress, anxiety and pandemic PTSD. Omega Institute, Rhinebeck. Info: bit.ly/3pC1ymB, 833.867.3529 or BrettCotter.com.

Finding the Pulse of Your Power – 5/29-6/3. With Laura Day, Gahl Sasson, Cori Thomas, and others. Acquire tools to create a powerful life, business, and community in this transformative journey with intuitive Laura Day and her team of visionaries. Tuition: $400 (members: $360). Rhinebeck. Info: eOmega.org.

Practical Mindfulness: Find Presence & Aware-

ness in Everyday Life – 5/29-6/3. Participants bring mindfulness practice to life with Matthew Sockolov, author of Practicing Mindfulness and guiding teacher of One Mind Dharma. $495 (members: $445) Rhinebeck. Info: eOmega.org. The Power of Affirmative Prayer – 10am-5pm. Participants learn how to create and use prayers to breakthrough every limitation, and walk away with a tool that will transform how life is experienced. Catered lunch included. $300. Moss and Moonlight: Sanctuary for Healing Arts, Hopewell Junction. Info: MossAndMoonLight.com.

BluePath Service Dogs Walkathon. See May 14

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MONDAY, MAY 30

Gemini New Moon – 5:30-6:30pm. Start the week with healing and usher new beginnings with the New Moon. $15. Persephone’s Pearl,1014B Main St, Peekskil. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

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Getting the Love That You Want: A Spiritual

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ship, experience and sustain deep connecting, and experience joyful aliveness. $395 (members: $355). Rhinebeck. Info: eOmega.org. Relieve Back Pain with Yoga – 6/3-6/5. With Terry Roth Schaff & Karen Abramson. Discover how simple-to-learn, accessible yoga poses can begin to relieve back pain with two joyful teachers whose work has been recognized by the Arthritis Foundation, the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center. $375 (members: $335). Rhinebeck. Info: eOmega.org.

Summer Dance Festival at Kaatsbaan Cultural

Park – 2-7pm. Summer Festival over three weeks thru June 19 outdoors across its 153-acres in the Hudson Valley as well as in the indoor theater. Kaatsbaan l cultural park for dance, 120 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845.757.5106; x111, kaatsbaan.org.

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Rye 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market

– 8:30am-1pm. 5/8-12/4. In the parking lot off Theodore Fremd Avenue, behind the Purchase Street stores. Info: DownToEarthMarkets.com. The Sunday Market on The River – 9am-1pm. Mother’s Day thru Oct. PranaMoon Yoga offers a drop in, all level yoga class on the lawn at 10am. Cortlandt Waterfront Park, 45 Riverview Ave. Verplanck. Info: LetItShineOnline.com. Irvington Farmers Market – 9:30am-1pm. 2nd & 4th Sundays. Main Street School parking lot, 101 Main St, Irvington. Info: theirvingtonfarmersmarket.org. Beacon Farmers Market – 10am-3pm. May through Nov. DMV parking lot, 223 Main Street, Beacon. Info: beaconfarmersmarket.org. Rhinebeck Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Thru December 18 (no market December 4). Rain or shine. Located outside at the municipal parking lot. Info: Rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com.

Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234.

monday

Virtual YogaShine for Adults – 9-10:30am. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Lots of individual attention.First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. The Healing Circle – 10:30-11:30am. Via Zoom. Conducted by Beryl Hay. 2nd Mondays. Safe and sacred way to connect to the breath while deepening meditation and mindfulness practices. This practice helps to provide a more compassionate way to live. Info: mariandale.org (calendar). Healing Circle – 5:30-6:30pm. With Rose. Enjoy universal healing energies in a group. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460. Sound Bath Healing Meditation – 7pm. Join Marissa Dinki and relax with the Crystal Singing Bowls, and other healing frequencies plus Songs of All Love. $20, $75/4 classes. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com; 914.737.4325.

tuesday

Qigong Zoom Class – 9am. With Master David Cunniff. Zoom class. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com. Green Street Radio – 10am. With Patti and Doug Wood. Environmental news, analysis and sciencebased information. Info: greenstreetradio.com. 99.5 FM and WBAI.org. Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com. Tai Chi & Qigong – 7pm. With instructor, Sifu Gary Renza (35 years). Cultivate ‘life-force’ energy, strengthen body, mind, spirit, improve overall health. $20/drop in. Universal Healing Arts. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com; 914.737.4325. Beginner Qigong Class – 7pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com. Breath, Relax & Slow Flow Yoga – 7:30-8:45 pm. Virtual via zoom. With Jo-Anne Salomone, CYT. A great slow flow with breath movement and deep relaxation.Open level.$12.Info: Jo-Anne 917.364.1871, TheTemperanceCenter.com.

wednesday

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

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

Workshop Wednesdays at Persephone’s Pearl

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

thursday

Cat Spay And Neutering Day – 3RD Thursdays. Low cost services provided by the T.A.R.A. Mobile Clinic. Appointments required. Other services available. Early morning drop off and late afternoon pick up. Trinity Episcopal Church Parish House, 5 Elm St, Fishkill. Pricing/Info: 845.206.9021. The NuSpecian Live – 9:30am. Aston and Jillian talk about health-related topics and NuSpecies products. Viewers can chat during the live show to comment on the topic and ask questions. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/the-nuspecian. Gentle/Moderate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:30-11am. In-person and virtual. With Chris Glover. Gentle, nurturing, yet strengthening. Develops a calm nervous system and embodied awareness thru compassionate self-observation. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org. Wisdom Wellness and Empowerment – 5:306:30pm. Join Rose to enhance the connection of energy work by learning about angels, tarot, crystals and more. Rose helps integrate these into one’s personal practice. $25. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com. 914.737.3460.

friday

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

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

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

May 2022

Astrology with Pamela Cucinell

Creative Sparks

May 1 requires effort to pull off tasks although advantages flow in the evening. Limit the buzz of hurry and distractions May 2. Hot tempers in the morning May 3 cool down if they’re not encouraged. Pace yourself for when creativity and innovation soar late in the day May 4. Stay open to possibilities and trust your intuition May 5. The magic continues May 6; slow-cook choice ideas.

Target to Win

Determination continues May 18 when productivity is high. Rocky moments on May 19 shift to sure-footedness by late afternoon to increase momentum. This continues May 20 with an emphasis on collaborative efforts. Think twice before impulsive communication May 21; consider how it’s heard. A slow morning May 22 yields a definite direction. Take strides toward goals on May 23.

Woah!

On May 7 seek allies for projects. Regardless of how you spend Mother’s Day, consider what thwarts progress on May 8. Clean out old business on May 9. Jupiter enters Aries on May 10 with Mercury retrograde through the rest of the month; we benefit from research and reflection. If you lack clarity on May 11, give it a day. Pleasant conversation on May 12 can obscure necessary information: dig deeper.

Turbo-Charged Eclipse

Savor music and cultural pursuits May 13 to quiet frustrations. Focus and passion increase May 14: prioritize goals. Be aware that efforts pack a punch with the Scorpio full moon / lunar eclipse May 15 and 16— where can you use a quantum leap? The early bird seizes opportunity May 16. Find time for the outdoors, dance and/or relaxation May 17 to enjoy exponential benefits.

Take the Wheel

Actions take on the grace of dance May 24. Exercise restraint May 25, when full steam is too hot. If possible, avoid power struggles May 26. Tap into support from all available sources May 27. Quality time in nature May 28 restores the soul. Work on projects that are already in motion on May 29 produces results. On Memorial Day, May 30, the Gemini new moon awakens curiosity and a desire to seek new options. Blast away confusion; declare a commitment on May 31 and stick to it.

Pamela Cucinell offers a spiritual astrological perspective for the massive changes of our time, as well as guidance through private sessions and podcasts. For more info, call 917.796.6026, email pamela@insightoasis.com, or visit InsightOasis.com and ActiveSpirituality.Life. See ad, page 16.

Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 2nd Sat. Open to yoga teachers and students, members and nonmembers. Club Fit, 584 N State Rd, Briarcliff Manor and/or via Zoom. Info: ytayoga.com. Chappaqua farmers market – 8:30am-1pm. Opens May 7. Located at the South Lot, Chappaqua train station. Info: chappaquafarmersmarket.org.

Larchmont 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Mar-

ket – 8:30am-1:00pm. Thru 12/17. ). At the front of the Metro-North upper lot, Chatsworth Ave/Myrtle Blvd. Larchmont. Info/updates: DownToEarthMarkets.com.

Ossining 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market

– 8:30am-1pm. Year-Round. Parking lot near the corner of Spring and Main Streets. Info/updates: downtoearthmarkets.com.

Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market,

The TaSH – 8:30am-1:30am. Opening Day May 28. Patriots Park. Info: tashfarmersmarket.org. Pleasantville Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm. Through Nov. 19. Metro-North Parking Lot, 10 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville. Information: pleasantvillefarmersmarket.org. Kingston Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. Thru Nov 19. County Courthouse parking lot, 285 Wall St, Kingston. Info: Kingstonfarmersmarket.org.

2022 John Jay Homestead Farmer Market

– 9am-2pm. Members first pick 9 to 9:30am. Thru Oct. 29. In the barnyard; use the Farm Lane entrance. Parking is available in the field in front of the white Brick Cottage. 400 Jay St, Katonah. Info: johnjayhomestead.org. Intermediate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:1510:30am. In-person and virtual. With Kathleen Hinge, For more experienced practitioners who desire more of a challenge. Be guided through more advanced postures, and invited to hold poses longer and explore personal variations. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org. Hastings Farmer’s Market – 9:30am-1pm. 1st & 3rd Saturdays thru May 21. Zinsser Commuter Lot, 131 Southside Ave. Information: hastingsfarmersmarket.org. Cold Spring Farmers’ Market – 10am-1pm. Outdoors in the Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 NY-9D, Garrison Info: csfarmmarket.org. Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234. Beginner Kripalu-based Yoga – 10:45am-12noon. In-person and virtual. With Kathleen Hinge. Learn gentle pose sequences, and embodied awareness. Suitable for new students and those with physical limitations or recovering from injury. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org. Aston’s Virtual Office Hours – 4-5pm. Every other Saturday. An open forum for those that are new to NuSpecies or currently on the products to ask any questions they have. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/ webinar-registration

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

ACCOUNTING/TAX SERVICES

STERNBACH & ROSE, CPAS

115 E. Stevens Ave, Suite 100 Valhalla, NY 10595 914.940.4449; sandrcpa.com

Our goal is to help people have less anxiety about managing their finances, to maximize their income and run their businesses better. Giving people a stronger financial foundation can absolutely contribute to a better quality of life. ADDICTION CESSATION

QUIT WITH QUINN

Midtown Manhattan and Garrison Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com

Quit with Quinn helps people overcome daily addictions and unwanted habits ranging from sugar, smoking, alcohol, weight loss, to overeating and other compulsive habits. All natural, painless, no medications, needles, or hypnosis. 90% success rate. See ad pg 14.

ACUPUNCTURE

LAURIE R. MALLIS, MD, LAC

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

Frustrated with not feeling or looking your best? Let me guide you on your path to better health and well-being. Utilizing: Medical Acupuncture, ONDAMED Biofeedback Therapy, Reiki, Mei Zen Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, weight loss and fertility. See ad pg 37. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

KARLA BOOTH DIAMOND, MAMSAT

Member: Westchester Holistic Network 153 Main St, Suite J, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 914.649.9565; Awareness-in-Action.com

Move with ease! The Alexander Technique is an educational method for learning to release patterns of tension that may be causing stress, pain, or poor body usage. Feel lighter and learn to undo compression of the spine and joints.

PERLOVE ACUPUNCTURE+WELLNESS

111 N Central Ave, Ste 270, Hartsdale 27 Radio Cir Dr. #100, Mt. Kisco 914.200.3343; PerloveAcupuncture.com

Let’s restore your health together! Personalized treatment plans promote healing through acupuncture, Chinese herbs, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, and Qi Gong. I treat pain, insomnia, anxiety, depression, digestive and skin issues, pre/ post-surgical care, gynecological issues, facial rejuvenation and more. ASTROLOGY

ASTROLOGY INSIGHT

Pamela Cucinell NCGR PAA 917.796.6026; InsightOasis.com

Astrology & Tarot with spiritual perspective and a practical twist. Find your way to flow instead of fight; economy of action leads to a beautiful life. Skype, Zoom and phone. See ad pg 16.

The world’s favorite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May. ~Edwin Way Teale AYURVEDA

DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com

Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may includesupplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M-F. See ad pg 27.

BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY

SAMANTHA SLOTNICK, OD, FAAO, FCOVD

495 Central Park Ave, Suite 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com

A whole-person, holistic approach to vision care, for all ages. Specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation for vision problems which interfere with reading, learning, attention, performance and efficiency. Please visit website for details.

CBD

YOUR CBD OF MT. KISCO

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

1582 U.S. 9 #5, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.297.0302; CBDWappingers.com

Your CBD Store® is the largest hemp retailer in the US. All of our products are USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO and ThirdParty Lab Tested. We offer the highest quality hemp products including CBD Tinctures, Topicals and Water Solubles for people and pets. See ad pg 33.

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

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

MEMBER: Westchester Holistic Network 845.709.5245 dowsing@househarmony.org HouseHarmony.org

Protect yourself from EMFs and other negative energies! A professional dowser can block the negative effects of cell phones, satellite dishes, high-tension wires and more. Moved into a new home? Want to sell? Have unexplained health issues? Call now! 250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com

Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.

UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC OF NY

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

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

COACH – LIFE

THE LOVING LOTUS

In person or remote sessions 914.557.8213; lovinglotus.org the.loving.lotusx3@gmail.com

The Loving Lotus and founder Erika Camilli will help provide an open, positive space to support you to connect to your authentic true self and create the change needed to live the life you’ve always wanted. Sign up for your free consultation.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

JOY MATALON LMT, CST

Locations: Ossining, Garrison 914.519.8138; Joymatalon.com

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

ANNE H. BENTZEN

Certified Jikiden Reiki Teacher/Practitioner Treatments, Classes and Student Events Custom BACH Flower Essence formulas Energy Counseling, Crystalline grids 25 Broadway, Ste.101, Pleasantville, NY balancing4life.com; 914.588.4079

Health requires energetic balance. Reiki clears stress, reduces pain, inflammation and restores energy flow. Strengthen your immunity. Relieve anxiety. Depression and insomnia. Learn the original Reiki teachings with Jikiden. Private sessions and small classes. See ad pg 16.

FLOATATION THERAPY

RISE ABOVE FLOATATION

111 East Main Street Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.241.1900

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

FRESH ORGANIC SALON SOLUTIONS

Hair care, Skincare & Make up 190 Rt 117 By Pass, Bedford, NY 914.242.1928; FreshOrganicSalon.com

A healthy approach to beauty and wellness led by Maureen Toohey, Regional Educator for Organic Salon Systems. The fresh team is committed to making your experience fully complete and satisfying, organically. Receive a gift valued at $75 with your 1st color appointment, when you mention Natural Awakenings. See ad pg 17.

HERBAL MEDICINE

LORRAINE HUGHES

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

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

Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678; holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 3. PELLEGRINO INTEGRATIVE CANCER CENTER

4307 Albany Post Rd Hyde Park NY 12538 pellegrinointegrativecancercenter.com

Pellegrino Integrative Cancer Center is a collaboration of healthcare practitioners dedicated to delivering the highest standard of conventional, complementary, and alternative medicine. See ad, pg 20.

HOMEOPATHY

SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com

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

DAVIS FURNITURE

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

Do you want a healthier night’s sleep? Visit locally owned Davis Furniture and see their full line of all natural American-made mattresses. For over 90 years they have been giving their customers more, and charging them less. And they’ve once again been voted the best furniture store in the Hudson Valley. See ad pg 33.

HYPNOTHERAPY

LISA BLEASDALE, C.HT

Certified Hypnotherapist Somers, Ny 914.400.9508; lisableasdale.com

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

LYNN PARODNECK M.D.

Certified Medical Marijuana Practitioner 914.525.6536; DrParodneck@gmail.com DrLynnParodneck.com

Evaluations and Consultations; Dr. Parodneck works in compliance with the New York State Compassionate Care Act. She is one of the leading medical marijuana clinicians in New York, with numerous referring specialists and an extensive professional network in the cannabis industry. See ad pg 37. DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com

Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: Monday-Friday. See ad pg 27.

NUTRITION

NUSPECIES

Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 Westchester. Long Island. Brooklyn. Jamaica, Caribbean

NuSpecies Health Centers provide free health consultations with certified nutritionists/life coaches. We make custom recommendations of our Raw, Organic, Liquid, Natural nutritional formulas and then work with our clients until they achieve their health goals. See ad pg 5.

OFFICE OF DR. MICHAEL WALD

Dr. Michael Wald, DC, Board Certified Nutritionist 29 King St, 2nd Fl, Chappaqua, NY 10514 914.552.1442 - info@blooddetective.com DrMichaelWald.com; #BloodDetective

Dr. Wald is a holistic DC, Nutritionist, and Dietician who’s Blood Detective software, labs and detailed consult help get to the cause(s) of persistent health issues. Conditions include autoimmune, weight loss, antiaging, cancer, GI issues, depression, and more. See ad pg 15.

I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fears; knowing what must be done does away with fear. ~Rosa Parks

Pamela Hoffman, DPM Glenn B. Weiss, DPM 200 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.232.8880; Katonahpodiatry.com

Foot care for people of all ages. Board certified holistic podiatrists who use a comprehensive, integrative approach. Customized treatments utilizing the best of today’s technology combined with nutrition and 30 years of experience.

REFLEXOLOGY

LORRAINE HUGHES

ARCB Certified Reflexologist 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598

Foot and/or Hand Reflexology sessions are offered with the use of Essential Oils applied to acupuncture points based upon each individual’s presenting pattern. Please refer to Services page on web site for the many benefits of this ancient modality.

REIKI

REIKI CLASSES

Cynthia M Chase, LCSW, Reiki Master 860.395.0284; cynthiachase.com cynthiamchase@gmail.com

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

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 3. 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 3.

SPA

BALANCE DAY SPA

Westchester’s ONLY Certified Green Spa 280 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 914.358.9898; balance-dayspa.com

As Westchester County’s ONLY certified green spa, Balance Day Spa has been in business since 2010. We specialize in all aspects of esthetics, including: facials, peels, waxing, tinting, bronzing, aromatherapy, energy healing and makeup.All organic, all the time.

SPIRITUAL CENTER

CHAPEL AT CROTON FALLS

Rev. June Tompkins, Pastor 609 Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY chapelatcrotonfalls.org

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

EARTH ANGELS VETERINARY HOSPITAL

44 Saint Nicholas Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.227.P-A-W-S (7297) Earthangelsvet.com

Where East meets West with compassionate care for a holistic approach to your pet’s health. Offering a wide range of services/ products including wellness exams, nutritional support, alternative cancer therapies, surgery, dentals, acupuncture, CBD products, pet boarding and more on our beautiful 9-acre facility.

WEIGHT LOSS

QUIT WITH QUINN

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

Quit with Quinn helps people lose weight by overcoming addiction to sugar and white flour, and compulsive overeating. After treatment, most people experience indifference towards refined sugar, sweets and treats, leading to easy weight loss. 30 years experience. 90% success rate. See ad pg 14.

RETREATS

YOGA IN THE ADIRONDACKS

(YitA) at The Divine Acres “Where Yoga Embraces Nature” 2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; YogaInTheAdirondacks.com

YitA at the Divine Acres is a yoga shala – a safe place for healing and becoming healthy within our authentic selves. Eliminate distractions and illuminate positivity to focus on our true intentions. YitA is a place of education and joy, with miniature donkeys and sheep that add love to this divine space. SUPPORT GROUP

SUPPORT CONNECTION

Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Services 914.962.6402; 800.532.4290 Supportconnection.org

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

ALTERNATIVE HEALING CLINIC

The Future of Medicine By appt: 914.330.5594 AlternativeHealingClinic.com

At Alternative Healing Clinic, Dr. Jordan, NA.D., Ph.D. Naturologist finds causes of sub-health conditions and locates natural solutions that clear acute and chronic issues through an FDA approved non-invasive test creating your effective wellness plans. Free consultation. See ad pg 9.