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Dr. Andrew WeilAmerica’s Evolution into Integrative Medicine

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It’s All About Metabolism

Getting to the Root Cause of Disease

Hormonal HarmonyEating Right

Puts Our Body in Balance

16 LOUISE HAY ON LOVING YOURSELF TO AGELESS HEALTH by S. Alison Chabonais

20 IT’S ALL ABOUT METABOLISM Getting to the Root Cause of Disease by Linda Sechrist

23 HORMONE-HAPPY FOODS The Right Choices Make Our Bodies Hum by Linda Sechrist

24 DR. ANDREW WEIL on America’s Evolution into Integrative Medicine by Andrea Schensky Williamst

28 AN APP A DAY KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY Keep Kids Engaged in Healthy Living by Julianne Hale

30 INTERVAL TRAINING KNOCKS DOWN BLOOD SUGAR Exercise Bursts are Fast and Effective by Lisa Marlene

29 NEW YEAR, NEW YOU When ‘Good Enough’ Is Perfect by Elizabeth Lombardo

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Each new year brings the opportunity to evaluate the level of satisfaction with our lives and the communities in which we live. Human nature seems to compel us to

grow, become better and improve our situation, no matter where we currently reside. We may think that if we “change this,” or “become more disciplined about that,” we could live the hap-pier and more productive lives we envision. Such self-reflection is healthy, especially when solutions take root and forward our progress by consciously cultivating greater fulfillment. For me, a small business owner, this flip of a page in the calendar year also fosters serious contemplation about how Natural Awakenings can better fulfill our mission to promote healthy living and a healthy planet in our local community. We are here to shed light on significant trends that promote a brighter future for us all. I’d like to mention three trends that have improved dramatically since I started publishing Natural Awakenings in 2007 and continue to hold great hope for the future as more of us embrace these innovative concepts and make the ad-justments necessary to benefit our daily lives. It’s up to all of us, individually and collectively, if we want to free ourselves from the crippling burdens of runaway healthcare costs, dirty and politically unstable energy sources and lifestyles that value consumption, rather than well-being. First up is wellness care. In this New Year issue, Dr Andrew Weil discusses a roadmap for integrative medicine that challenges the conventional health-care model of medicating every malady before looking at root causes. America’s increasingly integrative approach to medicine shows promise of the potential to move America from what Dr. Andrew Weil terms its current “disease management system” to a true “health care” system. He and other practitioners are proving every day that keeping people healthy costs far less than treating preventable diseases. Making good use of individualized wellness care and alternative therapies that work is something Natural Awakenings readers have been intending for some time. Green living and alternative energy are the next potential gold rush of renewal. Economic booms in recent history have been driven by shifts in tech-nology from coal, oil and electricity to computers, the Internet, biotechnology and nanotechnology. Many experts foresee the next boom being driven by clean energy technologies, as people’s desire for a more environmentally sustainable planet accelerates. Our political leaders need to chart a clear course for the coun-try to move toward self-sufficient, renewable energy as soon as possible. A third, more subtle, trend is realizing optimum self-care, because it is pos-sible to give generously to others without sacrificing our own well-being. Let’s make 2015 the year that we make a new distinction regarding the way we treat ourselves. If we all set our intention toward maintaining inner peace and be-ing our personal best, we can create a more heart-driven world, with profound opportunities to help others. Our thoughts, emotions, words and deeds all count toward creating a more equitable world where all share in the promise of a good life, with love and prosperity to share. For 2015 let us not be satisfied with resolutions. Let’s focus on transformation.

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Jump-Start a Winter Weight-Loss Plan

Carolyn Caruso, CHC, of My Own Fit Nutrition, is offer-

ing a guided one-week detoxifi-cation with the colder weather in mind. A detox workshop from 7 to 8:30 p.m., January 14, includes winter menus and recipes for juices, soups, teas and snacks. The detox begins on January 19, and includes a menu plan, shopping list, pri-vate Facebook support group and lots of tips and tricks, with individualized support from Caruso. "Post-holiday and New Year’s resolutions can leave us feeling bloated, feeling blue and somewhat frustrated about getting started,” says Caruso. “Surely a detox can cure that! If you're like me, the thoughts of having just smoothies and juices makes me chilly at this time of the year. Come to this workshop to get the information on a warm, soup-centered detox and what it can do for you.”

Location: My Own Fit, in the Healing Arts Center, Ste. 10, Route 611, Tannersville, PA. Register at 914-473-6139 or [email protected]. See ad, page 22.

Workshop with Native American Energy Healer Sam Tso

Sam Tso will be giving a workshop, Navaho Tools of Working with Energy,

beginning at 11 a.m., January 17, at Shoot-ing for The Moon, in Stroudsburg. He will show how we can protect ourselves ener-getically from this world's environmental assault. Participants will learn the uses of sacred Navaho tools such as feathers and stones to create sacred spaces and bring the body into a state of healing. Tso grew up with the medicine people in his family in the Navajo nation town of Dinetah, Arizona. As a translator for elder medicine people, Tso has spoken before Congres-sional committees and at the United Nations on the impor-tance of maintaining Native American spiritual traditions. He has served as a mentor at Prescott College, in Ari-zona, is certified in permaculture, an alumnus of the Flagstaff Leadership Program, a traditional counselor at Native Ameri-can Community Action, a volunteer for the Flagstaff Literacy Program and part of an award-winning Learn and Serve grant at Star School.

Cost is $55. Location: 3200 Hamilton East Rd., Stroudsburg. Sign up by calling 570-992-0943. See ad, page 15.


New Year Deal on 2015 Gym Membership with Extras

Tannersville Physical Therapy and Well-

ness Center is offering a way to jump-start New Year’s resolutions and help the commu-nity get fit and healthy with a special offer to buy one three-month gym membership and get one for a friend at half-price, available through January 30. The deal includes access to the gym and its state-of-the-art equipment, one personal training session, access to all classes and 10 percent off massages and colonics. Alternately, purchase a class pass card to use at any of the evening classes within six months, including the high intensity of a Body Pump class, core strength classes such as Yoga-Pilates, On the Ball, Beginner Yoga and the cardio dance fun of Zumba.

Location: 2313 Route 715, Stroudsburg, PA. For more infor-mation, call 570-629-4921, email [email protected] or visit Tannersvillept.com. See ad, page 37.

Get Off the Sugar and Lose Weight

Sunrise Nutrition Center, in Blairstown, is offering

two healthy eating seminars in January. Lose Weight/Feel Great! will be held at 7 p.m., January 13, for those that are overweight despite eating healthy and exercising every day or are just too tired to exercise. Participants will learn how to improve their health, lose weight and feel wonderful. A lecture, How to Get Off of Sugar, will be given at 7 p.m., January 27, on stopping cravings and getting off sugar for good with a step-by-step plan. The talk includes quick ideas for healthy meals, cooking tips, recipes and more. The Sunrise Nutrition Center is a nutritional healing center dedicated to providing a health improvement pro-gram unique to each body. Because everybody is different, they design a nutrition program that suits individual needs and aim to improve health through nutrition and other safe, non-invasive therapies that address the underlying cause of health problems.

Location: 149 Rte. 94, Blairstown, NJ. To reserve a spot. call 908-362-6868. See ad, page 10.


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In-Home Hypnotherapy Gives Access to Human PotentialThere can be certain blocks in life that seem to be holding us

back from living the life we dream of and reaching our true potential as a human being, including habits or behaviors that we would like to eliminate. In-home hypnotherapy with Richard Singer, owner of Inner Change Hypnotherapy, can help to accom-plish those goals, as well as provide a deep state of relaxation. Singer brings 15 years of experience as a psychotherapist, behavior specialist and hypnotherapist to help clients that are ready to change. “Many years ago, I was fortu-nate to discover my purpose in life,” states Singer. “My journey since then has been to help human beings heal and reach their true potential. Mobile services are becoming increasingly popular because they allow the client to remain in the comfort of their own environment while they begin their journey of transformation and healing.”

For an initial phone consultation with Richard Singer, call 570-266-0785 or visit InnerChangeHypnotherapy.com. See ad, page 15.

Body Rejuvenation Cleanse with Delia QuigleyA Body Rejuvenation Cleanse at the Delia Quigley Stillpoint

Schoolhouse, in Blairstown, New Jersey, is beginning Janu-ary 11. After the holidays’ excess, take time to support the body with a seasonal change of food and fluids. The Body Rejuvenation Cleanse is a six-week dietary program that guides participants through the elimination of toxic and disease-causing foods toward the highest-quality whole foods available. There is a meal served at each session, and Delia Quigley provides nutritional instruction while participants make dietary changes in a slow and gentle progres-sion. Many people have improved their health, energy levels, lowered cholesterol, lost weight and eliminated chronic symptoms by following this program.

Location: 155 SR 94, Blairstown, NJ. To register or for more information, call Quig-ley at 908-902-4082, email [email protected] or visit DeliaQuigley.com.

New Cleansing and Fat-Burning ClubHerbs to Your Success, The Wellness Spa, in

Nazareth, has launched a cleansing and fat burning club that allows clients to bundle ser-vices to customize an individualized program to meet their weight-loss and appearance goals. Each month, members can choose from several services. One is an infrared sauna, a form of electromagnetic light energy from the sun with the ability to penetrate, refract, radiate and reflect healing en-ergy within the whole body, burning 600 to1200 calories in 30 minutes. An oxy-gen sauna raises body temperature, opens the pores and adds oxygen to increase metabolism and detoxify the body’s natural waste removal system. An oxygen bar reduces fatigue and lethargy, increases concentration and memory and strengthens the immune system. The Chi Machine relaxes nerves, muscles, mind and emotions, while stimulating the lymphatic system. An ionic footbath improves critical blood alkalinity. Herbs to Your Success also offers vibra-tion therapy and a cardiocor/cellulite detoxification machine.

Location: 64 South. Main St., Nazareth. For more information, call 610-365-8996.

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Dian Freeman offers nutritional classes for personal informa-tion or as part of her Wellness Simplified nutritional counseling certification course. Graduates are award-ed a holistic health counselor certifica-tion (HHC). Students get free nutritional counseling and years of health and business mentoring and support. January 10, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Blood Sugar, the cause of all Disease, including metabolic syndrome, diabe-tes, blood sugar and weight control. January 10, 1:30 to 4 p.m., How to Read Medical Blood Tests Naturally, part one. including first half of the items on medical blood test and what nutrients may be missing if numbers are outside of medical norm. January 11, noon to 5 p.m., Hor-mone Health: Fertility, PMS, Meno-pause and the Prostate. January 24, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Essential Oils, part one, Historical, Biblical and Therapeutic Uses of Oil, including learning to distinguish the scent notes of a pure therapeutic oil and practice making custom blends. January 24, 1:30 to 4 p.m., How to Read Medical Blood Tests Naturally, part two, including second half of the items on medical blood test and what nutrients may be missing if numbers are outside of medical norm. January 25, noon to 5 p.m., Cho-lesterol, Heart Health and pH Balance, class six of Freeman’s six-month nutri-tional certification course. Those inter-ested in sampling a class may RSVP to sit in on one of these sessions.

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Eucalyptus Oil Inhibits Spread of TBMany of the natural compounds

in the essential oil of Eucalyptus citriodora may prevent the airborne spread of the tuberculosis (TB) bacte-rium (Mycobacterium tuberculosis), ac-cording to a study from the Institute for Tuberculosis Research at the University of Illinois College of Pharmacy. Several of the compounds in the eucalyptus oil inhibited the airborne spread of the infection by 90 percent, while the major com-ponent of the oil was only weakly active, at 18 percent. The scientists used an array of analytical laboratory tests to measure the airborne spread of TB from contagious patients. They also identified 32 active airborne compounds within the essential oil of eucalyptus and studied the impact of the inter-action of multiple components in artificial mixtures. The researchers undertook the study because “the rapid emergence of extensively and multidrug-resistant tuberculo-sis has created a pressing public health problem… and rep-resents a new constraint in the already challenging disease management of TB.”

Low Magnesium Levels Linked to Kidney DiseaseA study from the Johns Hopkins

University School of Medicine found that people with low levels of magnesium in their blood have a significantly greater risk of chronic kidney disease. The researchers cor-related the blood levels of magne-sium in 13,226 people ages 45 to 65 with the incidence of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease among them. Subjects that had blood serum magnesium levels below what is generally considered the normal range (0.7–1 millimole per liter) were associated with a 58 percent increased risk of chronic kidney disease and a 139 percent increased risk of end-stage renal disease. Abnormally low levels of magnesium may result from a number of conditions, including inadequate intake of serum magnesium due to chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, alcohol-ism, chronic stress and the use of medications such as diuret-ics. Foods rich in magnesium include leafy greens, nuts and seeds, beans, whole grains, avocados, bananas and figs.


PHOTOTHERAPY REDUCES KNEE PAIN

Research from Brazil’s Universi-dade Nove de Julho has confirmed that pulsed lasers and LED therapy

applied during treatment can significantly reduce knee pain. The 86 patients that participated in the study were divided into two groups; one received 12 treat-ments using super-pulsed red laser and infrared LED phototherapy and the control (placebo) group received 12 treatments using non-therapeutic photo-therapy instruments. The patients given therapeutic pho-totherapy reported feeling significantly less pain, beginning with and continu-ing after the tenth treatment through a one-month follow-up visit, and showed improved quality of life compared with the study’s placebo group.

Secondhand Smoke Damages Children’s HearingResearchers from São Paulo’s School of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa have

found that secondhand smoke negatively affects a child’s hearing. The research-ers tested 145 students between ages 8 and 10 that showed normal hearing in standardized tests. Their secondhand smoke exposure was measured by the level of a nicotine metabolite in the children’s urine. The 60 youngsters that had been

exposed to secondhand smoke showed significantly lower re-sponses to certain frequencies in both ears when compared to the others that weren’t exposed to the smoke. Researchers suspect that the affecting mechanism may be the acrolein gas that forms from burning tobac-co cigarettes. The chemical was found to damage ear cells in a study published in the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. A 2012 study of diesel exhaust, which likewise produces acrolein gas, by the Republic of Korea’s Dongguk University, also showed

damage to middle ear cells. Supporting these results, a study published

in the American Medical Association Otolar-yngology – Head and Neck Surgery journal

found that smoking during pregnancy almost triples the risk of low-frequency hearing loss in the child. The study tested 964 adolescents between ages 12 and 15, of whom 16 percent were

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Body Symmetry Correlates with Male StrengthResearch from Germany’s University of

Göttingen has determined that men with greater body symmetry also have greater strength. The scientists sampled 69 hetero-sexual, right-handed adult men, measuring handgrip strength as a scientifically recog-nized means for determining power and strength, as well as fluctuating asymmetry (FA), a measure of subtle, random deviations from perfect bilateral symmetry in traits that are typically symmetrical in the general population. FA was evaluated by measuring and comparing 12 body feature traits on the right and left sides, including breadth of the hand, wrist and elbow; finger length; and facial features. After eliminating the effects of body mass index, the researchers determined that the men with the greatest physi-cal symmetry were stronger. Facial symmetry in males was associated with greater intelligence and better information-processing efficiency at age 83.

Legumes, Nuts and Corn Cut Risk of Breast CancerA Harvard Medical School study

concluded that eating more peanut butter, corn, nuts and beans, includ-

ing lentils and soybeans, during adolescence significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer later on. The researchers followed 9,039 young women that were between 9 and 15 years old when the study started in 1996, having the subjects complete diet questionnaires every year through 2001, and also in 2003, 2004, 2007 and 2010. When the women were ages 18 to 30, the number of benign breast diseases that had developed was recorded. The statistics associated a daily serving of nuts and legumes at age 14 with a 66 percent reduction in the risk of develop-ing breast cancer. Just a single serving of peanut butter once every three days at the age of 11 was associated with a 44 percent reduction of breast cancer risk. Intake of at least one serving of corn every three days was correlated with a 39 percent reduction in the disease. Earlier studies by Harvard researchers found that eat-ing pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, soybeans, tofu and other vegetable fats also reduces breast cancer risk.


Om-Based CareHolistic Healers Reach Out to the UnderservedAn annual report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that up to 33 percent of unin-sured people are avoiding needed treat-ment for economic reasons. Lifestyle changes and natural remedies like yoga and massage therapy can be highly effective when treating conditions such as high blood pressure, depression or aching joints, and groups nationwide are making these modalities more affordable for everyone. At California’s Healing Clinic Collective (HealingClinicCollective.Wordpress.com), in Oakland, women receive a day of free holistic health care—from acupuncture to massage therapy and nutritional counseling—and discounted rates for follow-up appointments. The Third Root Community Health Center (ThirdRoot.org), in Brooklyn, helps arrange for acupunc-turists, herbalists, Reiki practitioners and others to treat low-income people in New York City, especially community organizers and activists that are often overworked and lack the resources for these types of care. The Samarya Center (Samarya Center.org), in Seattle, Washington, uses revenue from its yoga studio to provide free yoga to critically ill pa-tients served by the city’s Bailey-Bou-shay House and the local VA hospital, and also to patients with chronic pain at the Pike Place Medical Clinic, which treats many homeless and low-income Seattle residents.

Source: YES! magazine

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Safer GroceriesLandmark Food Law Being EnforcedThe Center for Food Safety (CFS) has reached a settlement agreement (Tinyurl.com/FoodSettlementAgreement) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that sets firm deadlines for the agency to fully enact the 2011 Food Safety Modern-ization Act. A federal court will maintain supervision to ensure FDA compliance. CFS senior attorney George Kimbrell, who led the case, says, “The first major update to our food safety laws since 1938

must now be implemented in a closed-ended, timely fashion. That means safer food for American families.” Congress passed the law to combat the epidemic of food-borne illnesses affecting one in six Americans annually. After repeated delays, the FDA must now comply with the following court-overseen schedule to implement the final rules: preventative controls for human and animal food (8/30/2015); imported food and foreign suppliers (10/31/2015); produce safety (10/31/2015); food transportation (3/31/2016); and intentional adulteration of food (5/31/2016).

Source: CenterForFoodSafety.org

Smart SolarJapan Floats New Nuclear AlternativeTwo companies in Japan will begin building two huge new solar power islands that will float on reservoirs, following the inception of the Kagoshima floating solar plant as the coun-try’s largest, which opened in late 2013 just off the country’s southern coast. The new direction comes as Japan looks to move on from the Fukushima atomic disas-ter of 2011 and meet the energy needs of its 127 million people without relying on nuclear power. Before the incident, about 30 percent of the country’s power was generated by nuclear plants, but Fukushima destroyed public confidence, and with earthquakes highly likely in regions con-taining reactors, Japan is looking for alternatives. Solar islands could also be a solution for other countries where space or nuclear concerns are an issue. It’s possible that one day a significant portion of Europe’s power could come from use of the technology; experts believe the engineering challenges can be surmounted.

Source: DailyGalaxy.com


Corn GuzzlerDownsides of EthanolEthanol, which makes up 10 percent of the gasoline available at filling stations, together with other biofuels made from crops, appeared to be a way to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, recent research shows that the federal govern-ment’s push to up production of corn-derived ethanol as a gasoline additive since the U.S. Renewable Fuels Standard was enacted in 2007 has instead expanded our national carbon footprint and contributed to a range of other problems. The nonprofit Environmental Working Group warns that continued production of corn ethanol is both worse for the climate than gasoline and bad for farmers, the land and consumers. “It’s driving up food prices, straining agricultural markets, increasing competition for arable land and promoting conversion of uncultivated land to grow crops,” according to this watchdog organization. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reportedly weighing a proposal to cut the amount of ethanol currently required by law to be blended into gasoline by 1.39 billion gallons, equivalent to taking 580,000 cars off the roads for a year. Researchers have been trying to develop greener forms of ethanol, but none are ready for market yet.

For more information, visit epa.gov/otaq/fuels/renewablefuels.

Water CartonsPaper Can Easily Replace PlasticThe Boxed Water is Better company was launched in 2009 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to provide a more sustainable alternative to the ubiquitous plastic containers that are made from petroleum products, have big carbon footprints and clog U.S. landfills.

Boxed Water containers resemble milk cartons and are far more sustainable because about 75 percent of the box comes from a renewable resource—trees in certified, well-managed forests—and are completely recyclable. The company uses reverse osmosis and carbon filters for its purified drinking water from the municipal source at the location of their filling plant, and then ships the product to retailers via the shortest route to curtail the transportation footprint. Boxed Water has partnered with 1% for the Planet to help with world water relief, reforestation and environmental protection projects, benefiting both human-itarian and environmental efforts.

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Pristine ProtectionAmerica’s Huge New Underwater ParkThe Pacific Remote Islands National Marine Monument—about 470,000 square miles of ocean surrounding a couple of re-mote U.S. Pacific islands—is now officially set aside to protect its pristine habitat from deep-sea mining and commercial fish-ing. Although smaller than the nearly 800,000 square miles of its original plan, the park is still twice the size of Texas. In a final compromise, fishermen will have access to the

waters around half of the islands and atolls, while the other half remains protected. Only 2 percent of the entire Pacific enjoys similar protection.

Dignity FirstMost End-of-Life Care in U.S. Neglects Patient NeedsThe U.S. healthcare system is not properly designed to meet the needs of patients nearing the end of life and those of their families, and major changes to the system are neces-sary, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine, Dying in America: Improving Quality and Honoring Individual Preferences Near the End of Life. A 21-member committee has called for more advanced end-of-life care planning by individuals, im-proved training and credentialing for clinicians, and for governments and private sectors to provide incentives to patients and clinicians to discuss issues, values, preferences and ap-propriate services and care. Dr. Philip Pizzo, co-chair of the committee, states, “Patients can and should take control of the quality of their life through their entire lifetime, choosing how they live and how they die, and doctors should help initiate discussions with their patients about such decisions.” Susan Heckerman, former dean of medicine at Stanford University, says, “It’s important that healthcare options available to individuals facing the end of life help relieve pain and discomfort, maximize the individual’s ability to function, alleviate de-pression and anxiety, and ease the burdens of loved ones in a manner consistent with individual preferences and choices.”

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Super SudsScore Healthy and Eco-Friendly Points at PartiesFor healthy eat-ers, Super Bowl parties’ bent toward rich, calorie-laden foods compete with our desire to shed some holiday pounds and return to regular diet regimens. Whether supplying eco-beer selections for guests or bringing refreshments to a gath-ering, armchair players can score green points both in terms of natural ingredients and supporting the domestic economy and environment. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s plant in Chico, Cali-fornia, uses 10,000-plus solar panels and a large on-site water treatment facility for recycling and conserving water. “It’s the number one ingredient in brewing,” says Sustainability Man-ager Cheri Chastain. “You can generate more energy, but you can’t make water.” Other American microbrews deploy varied eco-solu-tions. Dave’s BrewFarm, in Wilson, Wisconsin, for instance, obtains most of its energy via a wind-powered generator. Goats “mow” the grass outside the Anderson Valley Brewing plant in Boonville, California. Odell Brewing Company, in Fort Collins, Colorado, practices waste reduction and recycling and uses renewable energy sources. The 100 percent wind-powered brewery also encourages employees to bike to work and/or carpool, and uses biodiesel-powered delivery trucks (the biodegradable fuel emits 78 percent less CO2 than standard fuel). Five of the 2014 Good Food Awards’ winning beers—exceeding the criteria of recycling water, local sourcing and banning genetically modified ingredients—are Port City Brewing Co., Alexandria, Virginia; Deschutes Brewery, Bend, Oregon; Bear Republic Brewing Co., Healdsburg, California; Victory Brewing Co., Downingtown, Pennsyl-vania; and Ninkasi Brewing Co., Eugene, Oregon (Good-FoodAwards.org). ChasingGreen.org offers information on many other U.S. craft breweries that operate in sustainable ways, including the Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, New York; New Belgium Beer, Fort Collins, Colorado; and the Great Lakes Brewing Co., Cleveland, Ohio. If none of these brews is yet a current favorite, seek them out at a specialty beverage retailer that stocks from multiple regions in order to score a touchdown for us and the Earth. Some just may become part of local fans’ first-string beverage “team” after the game is over.

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Louise Hay on Loving Yourself

to Ageless Healthby S. Alison Chabonais

A renowned leader of the self-help movement from its early days, Louise Hay is celebrated world-

wide for teaching—by personal example and through her bestselling book, You Can Heal Your Life—how each of us can transform our mind, body and spirit by changing the way we think. Her positive philosophy has sparked an industry and her Hay House publishing group. Nourishing mind and body, loving life, learning and growing, giving back and moving ahead—these comprise Hay’s program for creating health, happiness and longevity. At 88, she continues to travel for business and pleasure, embrac-ing vital, joy-filled

days with a thankful smile. Her new book, Loving Yourself to Great Health, co-authored with Ahlea Khadro and Heather Dane, explains how she’s taking all she knows to the next level.

Why does first applying love and forgiveness to yourself make a happy, healthy and long life pos-

sible?Loving yourself is the founda-

tion for living the life you want. A healthy and

happy life is rooted in self-love, and

forgiveness is an act of self-love. It all comes

down to how you think and treat yourself. What we give

out we get back, so it all starts with us. Remember, no mat-

ter what the problem is, there is only one answer: loving yourself. Start with small steps and be gentle. If you start there, magical things will happen.

How do you manage to engage in a stream of loving affirma-tions 24/7?Practice, practice, practice! Slowly, bit-by-bit, start each day with a loving act towards yourself. Loving affirmations and worrying about things take up the same amount of time; you still get the same things done along the way, but worrying creates stress, while affirma-tions will brighten your life. It can be exhausting if you fight the shift and make it difficult. If you make kindness to yourself and others a simple part of everyday life, it isn’t exhausting at all.

What are some key elements to crafting a life experience that supports and nourishes ageless being? Choose thoughts that bring love into your life and laugh a lot. Say yes to life and the magic it brings. I trust that life will bring me exactly what I need, and part of that is realizing that I don’t need to know everything, because life brings me people like Ahlea and Heather. A third of our life is spent eat-ing, and it’s essential that we know the best way to do this. Start your day with


water and an act of self-love. Eat real food; seasonal, organic, natural foods are a positive affirmation to your body. Poop every day, figuratively and liter-ally. Learn to listen to your body and its wisdom. Choose exercise that you love and that makes you feel good. Also, go on a media diet. Filter out from your consciousness any messages that say you are not good enough or that separate you from the beautiful and lovable person you are. Surround your-self with like-minded people that share good news and love to laugh.

The core belief founding your lifework is that every thought we have is creating our future. Is scientific research now supporting that?When I began teaching people about affirmations, there wasn’t any science to support it, but we knew it worked, and now studies verify that. I particularly love Bruce Lipton’s scientific research showing that we are not controlled by our genes because the genetic blueprint can be altered through positive changes in our beliefs. I hear reports every day of how people are healing their lives by changing their thoughts through cultivating self-love and personal affirmations. They are seeing healing of autoimmune diseases, obesity, addictions, post-traumatic stress and many other so-called incurable ill-nesses. It’s amazing what happens when you are kind and loving to yourself.

What is your secret to aging gracefully through the years?It’s simple. It’s about getting your thoughts and food right and having fun along the way. If you are thinking positive thoughts but feeding yourself processed, unnatural or sugary foods, you are sending yourself mixed messages. Feed yourself nourish-ing foods and think loving thoughts. Any time you don’t know what else to do, focus on love. Loving yourself makes you feel good, and good health comes from feeling good.

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Maria Triano, owner of PA Dance Network, a private movement and healing center in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, began dancing when she was 5

years old. She wore corrective shoes and her mother thought the movement might help. Triano fell in love immediately. For years, she took classes and continued to grow not only in her skill level, but also in her love and appreciation of the art of dance. “Dance was a place I could be my true self,” she ex-plains. “It was a safe place, a growing place.” Eventually, Triano began taking classes in New York City, at the recommendation of her local teacher. “She felt she had taught me all she could. I had a dream and passion for danc-ing, so I continued.” After taking some college courses, she left school and started working in the hospitality industry—a career that would span years, and one that didn’t allow much time for dancing. While she says she “learned so much and loved it,” she felt something was missing. “I knew I had to go back to dance,” she recalls. So, that’s exactly what she did. She started dancing again, and was subsequently asked if she’d be interested in teaching. Although it was something she had never considered before, she agreed. She learned from the studio’s owner how to teach a basic class, while also growing in her own artistry; develop-

A Journey of Self Love

by Beth Davis

ing her own style of movement and teaching methods over time. “Lyrical dance—based in jazz and ballet techniques—became my forte,” she explains. She describes it as a way to express emotions through movement while telling a story. After five years, Triano was ready to move on. She rented some space and taught dance classes one night per week. Around the same time, she began taking courses at East Stroudsburg University (ESU). Shortly thereafter, she was asked if she would be interested in choreographing for the University Dance Company. Twenty-one years later, she still works as a guest artist, choreographer and mentor for the group. She also choreographed for 10 of those years for ESU’s music department for their Broadway musical revues, and is a certified dance teacher through Dance Educators of America and Dance Masters of America where she enhanced her natural ability to teach many styles of dance from begin-ner to professional levels. Being involved at ESU, she became enthralled and pas-sionate about creative movement. She realized that she loved teaching people how to connect with themselves through creative movement. “Over the years, I have experienced a lot of self-discov-ery,” she states. “I’ve been guided to infuse those elements into dancing. My work on myself was also helping others.” For example, during her first teaching job, a woman there taught yoga. Triano took some classes and loved it, calling yoga “a nice way to end an evening of teaching.” She also did meditation and other relaxation techniques. In 1998, after renting space, she opened PA Dance Net-work, in East Stroudsburg. Since that time, she has trained, inspired and been a mentor to many dancers who have gone on to have professional careers in dance performance, who own their own studios, who have their own performance-based companies and has trained dance teachers. Her location has moved a few times, but one thing has remained the same: her passion for movement, personal growth and artistry. As time went on, she says she started sharing her other gift to help others heal and become their better selves. Her love of yoga had already led her to start teaching the prac-tice, but she also started studying Reiki, and after practicing Reiki for 18 years, ultimately becoming a Reiki Master, and became a Certified Angel Card Reader and spiritual guide. “I realized I’m a light worker, here to bring love, joy and peace.” More than two years ago, she decided to downsize her business and create a more private studio—one that would accommodate her own need inside. She got a home occupa-tion license and with the help of her husband and other fam-ily members was able to tear down her old garage and build a brand new, two-story building that would allow her to share and connect in a more authentic way


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through yoga, dance, Reiki and personal growth. This new “movement sanctu-ary” offers intimate group classes, workshops and retreats, as well as private, one-on-one sessions. She helps children and adults to nurture themselves and to learn to make a deep relationship within them-

selves—guiding students to integrate a peaceful and loving connection with their mind, body and spirit. In January 2014, she became a first-time published author for her inspiring and joy-filled book, The Namaste Gar-den, a book about how to look within ourselves and find our dreams, and she has created The Namaste Garden Spiritual Guide Cards, too. “Everything I teach and share, I practice,” says Triano. “I’m a true example of walking your walk and talking your talk. Two years ago I made a vow to only do things true to my heart. I didn’t want to people please anymore. I needed to take myself back and love myself. It’s been a journey of self love and it’s been extraordinary.”

For more information, call 570-426-3033 or visit PaDance Network.com. To purchase a copy of The Namaste Garden, visit MariaTriano.com.


Attempts to tender lay explanations of how to attain and maintain better health have become fragmented and compartmentalized, with complex scientific

cause-and-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, self-correcting and interdependent physiological systems, which work in collaboration with each other and inform us of the body’s status by means of symptoms, deserves a whole-sys-tems frame of reference. Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, be-ginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, includ-ing interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.

The Reign of MetabolismMany perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determin-ing energy expenditure via the number of calories burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually en-compasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces proper endo-crine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis.

It’s All About MetabolismGetting to the Root Cause of Diseaseby Linda Sechrist

This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s

chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty

liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infer-tility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle. When several complex conditions exist simultaneously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Regardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflam-mation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.

A Holistic ApproachDoctors that specialize in functional integrative medicine strive to improve the health and well-being of patients by engaging them in their own healing process. One popular

approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic func-tioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges. “To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabo-lism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo. For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointesti-nal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin. When four of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular, and digestive—are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive measures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.


Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority

of today’s chronic diseases.

Lifestyle FactorsFunctional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food con-sumed at each meal in the standard American diet—high-glycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydro-genated fats—are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils. Factors over which we can exercise some control—physi-cal activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms—all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle. We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsylvania and Delaware. He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments. “A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity. Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.

Metabolic Health EducationDr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and chil-dren showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-over-looked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, mak-ing gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medica-tion in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic dysfunction is reversible. She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabe-tes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density li-poprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumfer-ence and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility. Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance


both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process. Funfack’s all-natural, personalized nutrition plan, backed by more than 25 years of scientific study, is de-signed to bring hormonal balance, optimize health and lead to long-term weight management. Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormali-ties such as high blood sugar.” Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare prac-titioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace. Bestselling Virgin Diet author JJ Virgin, who character-izes the human body as a “chemistry lab,” adopts an easy-to-follow nutritional and fitness approach for metabolic health. She recommends eating the types of healthy fats found in wild fish, raw nuts and seeds, coconut, avocado and olives. Virgin prefers the clean, lean protein of grass-fed beef and wild fish, plus low-glycemic lentils and legumes and plenty of low-glycemic fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pears and grapefruits. Low-glycemic vegetables on her list include green peas, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onion and eggplant. “When you eat this way, there’s a slow release of sugar, and insulin remains at lower levels,” advises Virgin. As in any systems theory, the whole must be understood in relationship to the parts, as well as the relevant environment. Experts agree that it’s paramount to take an expanded, systemic approach to metabolic health, rather than fixating on only one or two aspects at a time. Metabolic health—from basic cells to the most sophisticated of organized systems—can only be achieved and sustained when the whole system is healthy.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakeningsand host of the online Metabolic Revolution Summit. Visit her website ItsAllAboutWe.com for a free audio sample.

How to Talk with a Doctorby Carol L. Roberts

Many patients, both men and women, have a hero-wor-shipping attitude toward their physicians and can be

intimidated during visits. They may feel it’s impolite to ques-tion a doctor, even to get information needed to make critical decisions for one’s self or a loved one. Some doctors seem to have forgotten they are still just people with a medical degree. Patients should remember this if they encounter any perceived aloofness or arrogance. Too often, such an unhelpful attitude may be acquired along with professional experience. Getting ready for a visit to a doctor often entails follow-ing instructions, but should also include preparing questions you want answered. If a serious health issue has surfaced, such as an abnormal lab test or a diagnosis that requires treatment, make key questions count: “Where did this come from? Is there anything I can do for myself? What is the recommended treatment? What are the expected effects and unintended side effects of the proposed treatment? Are there alternative forms of treatment? Can I speak to one of your patients that has undergone this treatment?” Then, do online research upon returning home. The Inter-net has placed the entire library of medicine at our fingertips. Sift out the science from the hype, refine questions and go back for deeper answers. Get a second opinion from another medical doctor or naturopath (some states license them) or doctor of Oriental medicine (acupuncture and herbs). No matter if the proposed treatment is as seemingly simple as a course of antibiotics or as serious as surgery, question it before automatically submitting to a diagnosis and drug prescription. Each of us is the only person on Earth with the unique vantage point of living inside our body. We shouldn’t let any-one label us as depressed if a sick body says otherwise, that “It’s all in your head,” if it’s real, or that there’s no cure. That’s where alternative medicine usually begins and miracles can happen. The best results come from standing up for ourselves.

Dr. Carol L. Roberts practices integrative medicine at the Perlmutter Health Center, in Naples, FL (PerlHealth.com). She is a founding diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.


Our body’s hormones work like an orchestra. When one instru-ment is out of tune, the entire

production struggles to maintain har-mony. Each plays a part in influencing the others and determining how well the whole concert works. Fortunately, our body has master-ful conductors, including the endo-crine system, which coordinates all of the glands and the hormones they produce. “Players” include the adre-nal, hypothalamus, pancreas, pineal, pituitary, reproductive and thyroid/parathyroid glands. “A healthy endocrine system is essential to making hormones in ap-propriate amounts throughout our life,” says Theresa Dale, Ph.D., a naturopath-ic doctor who practices as a traditional naturopath and clinical nutritionist in Oxnard, California, and has authored Revitalizing Your Hormones. “For example, when the ovaries shut down after menopause, the adrenal glands continue producing progesterone and other essential hormones.” Dale, dean and founder of the California College of Natural Medicine, further assures that contrary to asser-tions from some conventional medicine reports, the body is able to produce necessary hormones throughout our entire life. Hormones function as chemical messengers that commute through the bloodstream as part of the information superhighway that connects the brain

to the DNA managers of the body’s cells. “Hormones communicate with chemicals produced by the brain called neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, which greatly influence energy levels, moods and other bodily functions such as moving memories from short- to long-term storage,” explains Dale. For 20 years, she has seen patients with critical hormonal imbalances respond to her recommended three-month, endocrine-rebuilding diet, com-prising three daily meals of steamed, sautéed and raw foods, fish, whole grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, plus two raw vegetable or seed snacks. The regimen strives to balance metabolism, cleanse the body, restore immune function and revitalize the endocrine system. Kokomo, Indiana, resident Sylvia Egel, national director of coaching and education for Metabolic Balance, a personalized nutrition plan to balance metabolism and hormones, optimize health and increase energy at any age, agrees that hormones can be restored and balanced via proper food selec-tions. “Our lifestyle and dietary choices strongly affect our metabolism and hormonal health, as do stress levels and sleep patterns. Eating at the wrong time, in the wrong place or in the wrong order, and even poor combina-tions of healthy foods, can be almost as

problematic as eating junk food,” says Egel. She also warns against snacking, emotional eating, eating on the go, skipping breakfast and waiting too long between meals. Diana Hoppe, author of Healthy Sex Drive, Healthy You, an obstetrician and gynecologist in San Diego, Cali-fornia, who leads clinical trials related to women’s health at the Pacific Coast Research Center, also sees firsthand how what we eat directly affects our hormones. She attests that our bodies need a balance of three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein and fat. “But for 20 years, we have been advised to decrease fat intake in favor of fat-free options that have been detrimental to us, because we need fat to produce hormones and maintain healthy hor-mone function. Certain fatty acids and cholesterol serve as building blocks in hormone production and cellular function, especially the reproductive hormones of estrogen and testoster-one,” says Hoppe. Food can be medicine for hor-mones. One of the most important hormone-balancing fats is coconut oil, which heals skin, increases metabolism and supplies a quick source of energy. Egg yolks are a good source of choline and iodine, essential to the produc-tion of healthy thyroid hormones, plus are rich in vitamins A, D, E and B-complex vitamins. Avocados have lots of healthy fat that helps absorb and utilize nutrients. Nuts and seeds, olive oil and salmon are all rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids that help stabilize hormone levels. Eating the right foods and incorporating healthy fats into meals increases overall energy, reduces hormonal fluctuations and helps us feel more balanced. Says Dale, “The majority of individuals are surprised to learn that hormone health doesn’t depend on age, but rather on a complex of factors, like the air we breathe, the water we drink, the quality of our diet, good sleep and adequate exercise, plus the relative health of our relationships and emo-tional life—and that’s just for starters.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

Hormone-Happy FOODSThe Right Choices Make Our Bodies Hum

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to Dr. Andrew Weil, world-renowned author, founder and director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medi-cine and clinical professor of internal medicine at the University of Arizona, on the eve of the sixth biennial Sym-posium of Integrative Medicine Pro-fessionals, held October 13 to 15 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Dr. Andrew Weil on America’s Evolution

into Integrative Medicineby Andrea Schensky Williams

You frequently speak to the topic of integrative health and happi-ness. How does your book, Spon-taneous Happiness, reflect that?For a long time, I’ve wanted to see an integrative movement start in psychol-ogy and psychiatry. It’s another field that has become dependent on drugs and is not functioning all that well to help people. There are so many more things that people need to know about maintaining emotional wellness, I think the wisdom of taking an integra-tive approach here is obvious.

Your presentation will take place soon after the recent passing of actor and comedian Robin Wil-liams, which may bring about a more informed awareness of mental health. Why do you think there is such an increase in the incidence of depression? There are many reasons for it, includ-ing changes in diet and a breakdown in communities that has greatly increased social isolation and disconnection from nature. Another factor is the rise in infor-mation technology, all the new media. Plus, pharmaceutical companies have been highly successful in convincing people that ordinary states of sadness are matters of unbalanced brain chemistry that need to be treated with medication.

With diet being such a major com-ponent in affecting our emotional state of mind, what role does an anti-inflammatory diet play?

There is a new body of research linking inflammation with depression that I find fascinating. The fact that the main-stream diet promotes inflammation is why I believe there may be a dietary correlation with the rise of depression in our population.

If someone suffers from depres-sion, would you say the steps recommended in Spontaneous Happiness are a proactive ap-proach or an addition to man-agement through medication?I share information about how to wean off of medication. I’d say the book is primary; for people with mild-to-mod-erate depression, I would follow the information there first. For people with severe depression, it may be necessary to give antidepressant drugs, but I think that they should be used for a limited period, a maximum of one year. You should then be working to find other ways to manage the depression. There is specific information about what to do if you are on medication and how to wean off of it carefully and start these other methods.

Do you feel that the increase in diabetes in the U.S., particularly its onset in early childhood, is another major problem? Yes, it’s a big concern. I think this is mostly due to the way we’ve changed the food we eat; diet is a hugely in-fluencing factor, especially the greatly increased consumption of sugar, sweet-ened beverages and products made with flour and refined carbohydrates.

How can integrative medicine low-er Americans’ healthcare costs?Integrative medicine can help reduce costs in two ways. First, by shifting the focus of health care onto health promo-tion and prevention, rather than disease management. Most of the diseases we are trying to manage today are lifestyle related. This is where integrative medi-cine shines. Second, by bringing into the mainstream treatments that are not dependent on expensive technology, and I include pharmaceutical drugs in this category.


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I think we’re going to be forced to change our dysfunctional approach by economic necessity, because the cur-rent healthcare system is not sustain-able. Integrative medicine is in a perfect position to do that because of its em-phasis on lifestyle medicine. Integrative medicine is also teaching healthcare practitioners to use inexpensive, low-tech methods of managing common diseases. Both economic drivers will help reshape mainstream medicine.

What influence can the public have in supporting such a shift?Our dysfunctional healthcare system is generating rivers of money flowing into very few pockets. Those are the pock-ets of big pharmaceutical companies, medical devices manufacturers and big insurers; interests that control legisla-tors. So, I don’t think any real change is going to come from the government. The only real change will come from a grassroots movement to change the politics of all of this. Demand that insurers cover the treatments you want. Seek out integra-tive practitioners. Tell health practi-tioners you work with that integrative education is available and urge them to get up to speed in those areas. Raise your own awareness of the extent that the powerful lobbies now influence the system and why we need to see a sweeping political change.

You offer several programs through the University of Arizo-na such as a four-year degree, a two-year fellowship for medical doctors and programs for nurse practitioners and physician as-sistants. What are the benefits of adding integrative medicine to one’s practice?I think it’s what patients want and it makes the practice of medicine much more enjoyable. Many practitioners realize that they don’t have the knowl-edge their patients want; for instance, informed counsel about diet or uses of alternative medicine. This is a way they can gain knowledge they didn’t get in their conventional medical train-ing. We’ve graduated more than 1,000 physicians over 10 years, supporting a robust and growing community of like-minded practitioners that stay in touch and support each other. We’re eventually hoping that we can get integrative training into all residencies. Whether you go to a dermatologist, pediatrician, gastroen-terologist or psychiatrist, that doctor will have had basic training in nutri-tion, mind/body interactions, herbal medicine and all the rest that is now left out. We’ve also begun a program in lifestyle medicine that’s open to all kinds of practitioners, from registered dietitians to psychologists.

What reforms would you like to see in the current U.S. health-care system? We need to change priorities for reimbursement that favor integrative medicine. At the moment, we happily pay for drugs and tests. We don’t pay for a doctor to sit with and counsel a person about diet or teach them breath-ing exercises. I would like to see a new kind of institution come into being that I call a healing center, where people could go for lifestyle education and management of common illnesses—somewhere between a spa and a clinic. Stays in these would be reimbursed by insurance, similar to how it’s done in Europe. Beyond that, I think it’s un-conscionable that the richest nation on Earth can’t provide basic coverage to all of its citizens.

Dr. Andrew Weil will be spearheading the 12th annual Nutrition & Health Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, on May 4 through 6, 2015. Learn more about integrative medicine at IntegrativeMedicine.Arizona.edu and DrWeil.com.

Andrea Schensky Williams is the publisher of Natural Awakenings of Northern New Mexico.


tions of HCG (human chorionic go-nadotropin). HCG, or Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, is the “natural” hormone the body makes during pregnancy. HCG can reset one’s metabolism, allowing individuals to lose as much as a pound a day without feeling hungry or weak. How? HCG helps to burn the fat that is stored around the hips, thighs, belly and upper arms. During the treat-ment, individuals take a small amount of the hormone daily. The HCG used in the diet protocols is a variation of the HCG used in infertility treatments, but in much smaller, minute doses. All HCG used for medical purposes is syn-thetic, created in laboratories from ster-ile cells. It is not extracted from women or animal urine. Artamonov says HCG itself does not cause weight loss, but rather modifies eating behavior. “We will provide details of a low calorie, low fat and practically starch-free diet to obtain optimum results,” he says. “It’s crucial for patients to under-stand that this doesn’t solve the physi-ology of why they are gaining weight

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and why they are eating,” notes Dr. Artamonov. “That’s much more com-plicated than HCG. We have a deeper, functional medicine program that can help support people from that stand-point.” The doctor says one of the things he likes best about the HCG diet is that it is designed with one’s personal goals in mind—whether they want to drop a few pounds or have a significant amount to lose. The HCG diet begins with some-thing called “loading days.” These gen-erally make up the first two days of the diet. Some people call them “binge” days. During these two days, individu-als begin taking daily doses of HCG diet drops while eating fattening foods to capacity. According to Dr. Artamonov, some informal studies have shown that those who follow the HCG loading days correctly lose more weight overall. Dr. Simeons never mentioned this benefit, but there are several reasons why this might be so. One is that those who follow the HCG loading days correctly have a much easier time during the first week, which establishes the pattern of things to come. The less hunger and irritabil-ity one might feel, the easier it will be for them to stick to the diet. Second, the HCG loading days have the added benefit of breaking some of the mental addictions one may have developed over time. Finally, by gorging on one’s favorite foods for several days, cravings

are satisfied while simultaneously mak-ing the food less desirable. What can people expect to happen to their weight during the HCG load-ing phase? The doctor says most people gain weight fairly quickly, sometimes as much as 4 to 6 pounds in the first day. The next day a person will likely gain less. Regardless, the whole amount is usually lost within the first two days of the 500-calorie diet. Some people are surprised to find that they don’t gain any weight at all during the HCG loading phase, and some even lose weight. Often, this is caused by a loss of water weight, especially for those who haven’t been getting enough protein. While 500 calories a day may not seem like much, it is common that HCG dieters often find it hard to consume the total 500. It’s common to have mild hunger during the first few days, but over time it will pass and by the second

week, patients typically find even tiny servings to be completely satisfying. “This is partly due to your hypothala-mus adjusting your metabolic rate, but largely due to the amount of calories cir-culating in your body from the released fat,” explains Dr. Artamonov. Most dieters report an average loss of 1 to 2 pounds per day. However, everyone is different and results may vary. He says both men and women can use HCG injections for weight loss, and there are rarely side effects reported while using HCG diet shots. Once the weight is off, a common concern is keeping it off. Dr. Artamonov says former HCG dieters often report a change for the better in appetite and a natural course of modified eating be-havior. They also report the program as an ideal situation for easily transitioning into a healthy relationship with food. To maintain, a minimum amount of activity is recommended, including yoga, 20 minutes of cardio or any other activity that gets the heart moving. “This is one of the most diversi-fied programs on the market,” says Dr. Artamonov. “We investigate every individual case and provide a plan that fits their needs for optimal results. Ul-timately, our goal is to help people not only look good, but also feel good.”

MJA Healthcare, R.C. has locations in East Stroudsburg, Easton and within the Maulfair Medical Center on Orefield. For more information, call 844-400-4004 or visit MJAhealthcare.com.


In today’s technology-fueled society, kids spend many hours of their free time staring at smartphones or tablets

instead of exploring nature, riding bikes or playing outdoor games with their friends. Rather than just impos-ing radical reductions in screen time, parents and caregivers can meet young-sters halfway by adding apps to their handheld devices that provide tips on healthy eating, exercise and behavior. Here are five that are fun for kids and promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Super Stretch Yoga HD. Super Stretch is the primary character in this yoga ad-venture in which players are encouraged to, “Create a peaceful, balanced life by living a NAMASTE mission: Nothing is impossible; Always be honest; Make the world a better place; Act with kindness; Share with others; Trust and believe in yourself; and Enjoy and have fun.” Creator and founder Jessica Rosenberg, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, explains, “I translated a curriculum that I’ve been using for kids into an ‘edutainment’ app that combines gaming and real-life kids as characters that bring yoga to life.”

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Players are challenged to master the skills presented by each of the game’s 12 main characters, increasing awareness of breathing and other aspects of how the body works, plus promoting self-esteem. Free in the iTunes App Store.

If, the Emotional IQ Game. An adven-ture game inspired by If, a well-known poem by Rudyard Kipling, players go on a quest through Ziggurat, a fantasy world where they enlist energy crea-tures called Vims to rid their avatars of dark energy. Youngsters are challenged to complete missions using emotional language. The character traits required to complete the tasks include patience, teamwork and other skills that help kids build emotional intelligence. Free in the iTunes App Store.

Smash Your Food. Nutritionist Marta De Wulf, from Bellevue, Washington, felt compelled to develop her innova-tive app when she realized that while kids understand that certain foods contain too much sugar, fat or carbs, they have no idea how the information pertains to them.

The award-winning app “allows children to input their age, gender and level of physical activity to measure their individual caloric need,” says De Wulf. “When they choose a food to ‘smash’ and see that eight grams of sugar cubes are in a can of soda, they’re able to pro-cess healthy food information.” Smash Your Food features audio/video of actual food smashing. “Kids are sensorial and different kinds of learners. It’s more effective than using cartoon images,” she observes. It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

Oh, Ranger! Park Finder. Instead of vaguely suggesting that kids put down their electronic devices and head out-doors, why not ask them to choose an adventure for the whole family? Using the Oh, Ranger! Park Finder app, kids can search for nearby outdoor recreation areas from a comprehensive database of national parks, state parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, Bureau of Land Management sites and U.S. Army Corps recreation areas. Kids can further seek out specific activities from 20-plus categories that range from birdwatching and hiking to boating and camping. Free in the iTunes App Store or Google Play.

Kids Making Healthy Choices. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that rates of childhood obesity have doubled in the past 30 years. This kid- and parent-friendly app is designed to help. It springboards from San Diego, Califor-nia’s Merilee Kern’s children’s book of the same title. Embedded via an e-read-er, kids can play games, print coloring sheets and explore healthy recipes while parents check out the news section and resource page for links with information for keeping youngsters healthy. “Surveys show that parents often don’t realize that their child has a weight problem,” notes Kern. “It’s important to discuss this topic within the family, and the app helps facilitate this in a non-threatening, helpful way.” It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

Julianne Hale writes and edits for Natural Awakenings franchise maga-zines and blogs about motherhood at AnotherGrayHair.wordpress.com.


Does it sometimes feel like if we can’t do something perfectly, why should we bother doing it at

all? Perfectionism feeds on such an all-or-nothing approach in following rigid self-imposed rules that can sabotage relationships, health and happiness. Instead, try adopting a “better than perfect” mindset that embraces life’s imperfections without guilt or shame. A clean enough house or a good enough job is in many ways better than perfect. Here are helpful approaches to reframe the internal discussion. Remember what matters. In planning a big birthday party for her husband, one wife was so stressed try-ing to manage every detail that she had to stop and ask herself: What is most important—having everything look per-fect, or having a fun party they would enjoy and remember for the rest of their lives? Thinking about our values keeps things in perspective and perfectionism in check. Perfection isn’t likable. We often try to be perfect to gain other people’s attention and approval, but no one

wants to be around a person trying to be someone they aren’t. No one’s life is perfect. Social media often present idealized versions of people’s lives. Few post about fight-ing with their partner or coping with an unhappy infant; we most often hear

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about vacation adventures and baby’s first word or step. We can avoid feelings of dissatisfaction by avoiding compari-sons with others. It’s not failure, it’s data. Rather than personalize a perceived failure, take it on as an opportunity. If a New Year’s resolution to work out more isn’t kept, ask why: Is the exercise location too far away or is the class schedule inconvenient? It feels better to adopt a more successful strategy than to beat ourself up about falling short. Perfectionism is a treadmill. People often think, “I’ll be happy when I weigh this or achieve that,” always seeking the next level of self-improve-ment. Appreciating who we are right now is a path to happiness. Perfectionism is a learned be-havior, and anything learned can be unlearned at any age. As we continue to strive for excellence, we can learn to embrace what’s good.

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Labels may vary, but results are what count. Whether called high-intensity intermittent exercise

(HIIE), interval or burst-style training, recent research proves that this form of exercise improves insulin levels. This is promising news for the estimated 50 million American adults that have abdominal obesity and are on the path toward metabolic dysfunction due to a high-sugar diet that causes spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels and even-tually contributes to insulin resistance. According to a recent study published in the Journal of Obesity, the benefits of doing HIIE at least three times a week for two to six weeks in-clude reduction of abdominal body fat, improved aerobic and anaerobic fitness and lower levels of insulin resistance. In a separate study, Norwegian researchers examined the impact that different types of exercise programs

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Those wanting to reduce carbo-hydrate intake by eating foods

with a low glycemic index based on their impact on blood sugar levels might consider using newer tables that instead measure glyce-mic load, suggests New York City Registered Dietitian and Nutrition-ist Susan Weiner. She explains that the glycemic index only considers how quickly sugars from food are released into the bloodstream. The glycemic load charts a more accurate ac-counting of the amount of carbo-hydrates in an actual serving, rath-er than the 50-gram (1.76-ounce) portion used in calculating a food’s ranking on the glycemic index scale of 1 to 100. “Glycemic load is a better in-dicator of how a carbohydrate food will affect blood sugar in realistic portions, especially in combina-tion with other foods, including proteins and fats,” advises Weiner.

See chart below for a few compel-ling comparisons:

Food/Snack Glycemic Index Glycemic LoadCarrot 35 (low) 2 (low)Watermelon 72 (high) 4 (low)Graham crackers 74 (high) 14 (medium) Baguette 95 (very high) 15 (medium)Snickers bar 51 (medium) 18 (medium high) Cornflakes 93 (very high) 23 (high) Baked Potato 111 (very high) 33 (high)

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had on individuals seeking to reverse metabolic dysfunction, an overall chemical imbalance largely attributed to insulin resistance. They concluded that despite producing similar effects on body weight and blood pressure, the aerobic interval training group also showed greater improvement in insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity and high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or “good”


cholesterol) than those performing continuous moderate exercise. They also exhibited lower blood glucose (sugar) levels. Another beneficial HIIE character-istic is that it involves markedly fewer exercise repetitions and less training time. JJ Virgin, a fitness and nutrition ex-pert and author of The Virgin Diet, rec-ommends incorporating burst-style and resistance training for fast, lasting fat loss and improving insulin resistance. Best of all, you can do these exercises in minutes a day. “Burst exercise means working out in short intense bursts of 30 to 60 sec-onds, coupled with one to two minutes of active recovery time, moving at a lower intensity that allows you to catch your breath and lower your heart rate,” she explains. Two easy examples of this are sprinting to burst and then walking to recover, and running up stairs to burst, and then walking down them to recover. “This should be repeated for a total of four to eight minutes of high-intensity bursts per session. Overall, this will take 20 to 30 minutes,” says Virgin. She notes that the increase in stress hormones that occurs during HIIE are counteracted by the simultane-ously raised levels of anabolic-building hormones. “Short bursts train the body in how to handle stress and recover. Repeated intense bursts raise the lactic acid level, which in turn raises growth hormone production and supports fat burning. The research is clear that the more intense the exercise, the bigger the metabolic benefit is afterward.”

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by the body as simple sugar once pro-cessed. Not a good choice for one with diabetes, hypoglycemia, heart problems, bowel problems, inflammatory condi-tions or other blood sugar issues. Plain and simple, smoothies are sugar. Those who love their daily smoothie report feeling great and it’s no wonder. We all get a spurt of energy from sugar and it promotes the same sense of “high” as daily exercise, because feel-good endorphins are released in the brain by these activities. But, are we being fed? Not so much. The claim that blending releases vitamins and minerals from produce is a valid claim if vitamins and minerals are there in the first place—and if the blending does not rip them apart in the process. Most experts agree that with the advent of chemical fertilizers combined with modern methods of storing and shipping, any vitamin and mineral con-tent of produce cannot be guaranteed. That is why nutritional supplementation is necessary now more than ever. Produce that does include some vitamins and minerals is also valuable to us for its fiber content. But, blend-ing breaks down that fiber, making it absorbed as sugar. Juicing separates the fiber and it is discarded. The alkaline property of produce is also diminished by processing. The acidic effect that simple sugar has on the body offsets the alkaline properties of the produce. Even protein when over-processed can result in causing blood sugar spikes. The body will break down its own self for the protein and fat it requires each day to replace dying cells, to repair damaged cells and to grow new ones. When sufficient protein is not eaten daily, the body will steal protein from our muscles, including interior muscles like the arterial muscles, the heart, liver, lung, etc. It is easy to understand the

source of organ insufficiency, weakened vessels, muscle deficiency and pain in a person not getting enough protein. Our best stores of dietary fat are not along the waistline. That is stored sugar. Dietary fat is that which the body uses to build us. The best storage of dietary fat is in the brain and the myelin sheath protecting the nerves. Knowing this, it is easy to understand the source of nervous system disorders, depres-sion, dementia and cognitive decline in one not eating enough fat. When one understands the sci-ence of that which the body is made, then what and how to eat makes perfect sense. We can look at our bodies and see that we are pure protein, fat and water with various degrees of stored fuel, often in unwanted places. History is filled with people living long, healthy lives eating real food and only as much fuel as required for daily activities. Today, we see people being advised to do the opposite. We live in a society of people not listening to their gut, not learning from history and not exploring the science. Instead, they are keeping the medical, pharmaceutical and processed food industries wealthy and in control of our food, our govern-ment and our health. It’s best to eat as our ancestors did. For nutrition, alkalinity and fiber, eat produce whole. For strong organs, muscles and bones, eat nuts, beans and free-range protein with raw dairy products four to six times a day, include a fermented food with each meal for proper digestion and eat every meal with plenty of natural fat. It is the body that is the best “processor” of all food and fuel.















Dian Freeman has a private nutritional consul-tation practice in Morris-town, N.J. and is currently working on her doctorate at Drew University. A health freedom advocate,

she teaches a nutritional certification course, practices Ondamed and NES Health biofeedback and teaches and lectures widely. Contact her at 973 267-4816, [email protected] or WellnessSimplified.com. See ad, page 9.

The plethora of information on diet choices is often filled with confu-sion. So-called “dietary experts”

are constantly being touted whose recommendations are in direct conflict with common sense, history and sci-ence. Smoothies are often plugged as the end all food choice for good health. Our intuition should tell us the oppo-site, as does history and science. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with smoothies if one has no inherent blood sugar problems. They are tasty, as are all things sugar. But, if people are drinking smoothies instead of eat-ing food, there is a problem. “Food” is considered that from which a body is made. The human body is made of pro-tein fat and water. Most smoothies have water, but most do not include enough fat nor sufficient protein to “feed” us. Sugar, a simple carbohydrate, is fuel, not food. The body will store fuel in fat cells if not used immediately in physical activity. When reading labels on prepared foods, it is important to note the carbohydrate count, which is the true sugar count. The “no added sugar” claim on a starchy product does not mean the body will not use the whole product as sugar. Any grain product is used by the body as pure sugar. Carbohydrates are simply sugar and processed carbohydrates are simple sugars—meaning they are absorbed quickly and easily causing blood sugar spikes, the cause of inflammation. Blending and juicing are the pro-cesses by which fruits and vegetables, and sometimes yogurt, are combined. The key word here is process. All pro-cessed foods become a higher glycemic food than the original whole product. The more processed, like blending, the higher the glycemic value—meaning it causes a spike in the body’s blood sugar. Even healthy complex carbohydrates are read

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FRIDAY, JANAURY 9Reiki Share – Open to any person who has received their Reiki attunement and wants to hone their Reiki skills. This is a time when the healers heal themselves and get much needed restoration. 7pm. Donation. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943.

SATURDAY, JANAURY 10Reiki Level I – This intensive class covers what Reiki is and how it heals; the history of Reiki; the 5 principles of Reiki; Energy Systems, Chakras, Meridians and Auras; and 3 pillars of Japanese Reiki. 7hrs CE credits. 179 page manual. 9:30am. $125. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943. Blood Sugar: The cause of all Disease – Covering Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Blood Sugar and Weight Control. $25 for course students and $40 for non-students. 10am-12:30pm. The Old Mill Inn, Basking Ridge. RSVP to Dian’s Wellness Simpli-fied, 973-267-4816How to Read Medical Blood Tests Naturally – Part One. Covering first half of each of the items on medical blood test, what nutrients may be missing if numbers are outside of medical ‹norm.› Price, $45 for course students, $65 for non-students. 1:30pm-4pm. The Old Mill Inn, Basking Ridge. RSVP to Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 973-267-4816.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11Reiki Level II – Learn to promote relaxation and stress reduction, and facilitate healing at the physi-cal, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Includes distant healing and more focused healing on physi-cal issues as well as mental and emotional issues. 9:30am. $125. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943. Hormone Health – Fertility, PMS, Menopause and the Prostate. Class five of Dian’s 6 month Nutri-tional certification course. For registered students only. Next course begins September 2015- Those interested in sampling a class please RSVP to sit in on a session. Noon to 5pm. Call Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, NJ. 973-267-4816. The Body Rejuvenation Cleanse – A 6-week food program that guides you through the elimination of toxic and disease causing foods to the highest quality whole foods available. The BRC manual, meals and instruction are all included. 4-6:30pm. StillPoint Yoga Studio, 155 State Rd 94, Blairstown. 908-362-1668.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13Lose Weight/Feel Great – Are you overweight de-spite eating healthy and exercising every day? Or are you just too tired to exercise? Learn how to improve your health, lose weight and feel absolutely wonder-ful! 7pm. To reserve a spot call 908-362-6868. Sunrise Nutrition Center, 149 Route 94, Blairstown NJ

WEDNESDAY, JANAURY 14A Warmed-Winter Soup Detox: Join My Own Fit in a guided, one week, soup based detox. Jump-start your metabolism and New Year’s Healthy Resolutions. $25. Workshop, menu, recipes, goodies to get you started; On-Line Support Group with Certified Health Coach, Carolyn Caruso. 7-8:30 pm. Healing Arts Center, Merchants Plaza, Tannersville. 914-473-6139.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17Reiki Level 3A – Covers the Usui Master Symbol, and how to draw and use it. It also covers the use of crystals and a Reiki Crystal Grid for sending Reiki to yourself and others. Students will also receive a Master Practitioner Attunement (Initiation). 7 CE for LMT. 9:30am. $145. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943Healthy Aging Seminar – A lively discussion of the problems of aging including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and lack of energy. The causes are not what you have been led to believe. Chelation therapy will be fully explained. Noon. RSVP 610-682-2104. Maulfair Medical, 2970 Corporate Court Orefield.Live Healthy in a Toxic World – Take the confusion out of your healthy lifestyle choices and really make your lifestyle work in your favor. Find out how toxins affect your health; if you are a future parent you will learn how to protect your unborn child from health effects of toxins. 10am. Free. RSVP 610-682-2104. Maulfair Medical, 2970 Corporate Court Orefield.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23Reiki Share – Open to any person who has received their Reiki attunement and wants to hone their Reiki skills. This is a time when the healers heal themselves and get much needed restoration. 7pm. Donation. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24Essential Oils One – Historical, Biblical and Therapeutic Uses of Oils including: Learning to distinguish the scent notes of a pure therapeutic oil and practice making your own custom blends. Supplies, workbook and class use oils included in $75 fee. By Dian Freeman, of Wellness Simplified. 10am-12:30pm. RSVP Required, Held in the Old Mill Inn, Basking Ridge. 973-267-4816. How to Read Medical Blood Tests Naturally – Part Two. Covering second half of each of the items on medical blood test, what nutrients may be missing if numbers are outside of medical ‹norm.› 1:30-4pm. $45 for course students and $65 for non-students. The Old Mill Inn, Basking Ridge. RSVP to Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 973-267-4816. Loving Essential Oils Workshop – Join us to make a Valentine’s Day card. Stampin’ up with by Nancy Gleason. Make your own roll on bottles with Young living essential oils, get a Zyto scan and purchase Young Living products at a reduced cost from in-ventory. 10am -4pm. Walden Pond Therapies, 540 Gleason Dr, Moosic. 570-241-4965

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 25The Body Rejuvenation Cleanse – A 6-week food program that guides you through the elimination of toxic and disease causing foods to the highest quality whole foods available. The BRC manual, meals and instruction are all included. 4-6:30pm. StillPoint Yoga Studio, 155 State Rd 94, Blairstown. 908-362-1668.Cholesterol, Heart Health and pH Balance – Class Six of Dian’s 6 month Nutritional certification course. In the 12th year of teaching this course - for registered students only - Next course begins September 2015- Those interested in sampling a class please RSVP to sit in on a session. Noon-5pm. Call Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, NJ 973 267-4816.

TUESDAY, JANAURY 27How to Get Off of Sugar –Stop those cravings and get off sugar for good! Learn our step by step plan! Quick ideas for healthy meals, cooking tips, recipes and more! 7pm. To reserve a spot call 908-362-6868. Sunrise Nutrition Center, 149 Route 94, Blairstown NJ

SATURDAY, JANAURY 31Digestive Health Seminar – Dr. Maulfair will be discussing digestive health and the relationship to auto immune disease. Learn his approach to diges-tive problems. Free. Noon. RSVP 610-682-2104. Maulfair Medical, 2970 Corporate Court Orefield.

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tuesdayIyengar Yoga – Mixed Levels w/ Diana Erney. Individually taught with emphasis on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. 7pm. Arsha Vidya Gurukulum, Saylorsburg. 610-509-3677.Edgar Cayce Group – Discusses the various aspects of Edgar Cayce, dreams, book study, meditation, and more. All welcome. 7-8:30pm. Donation. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943.

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thursdayOn the Ball Exercise – Strengthen posture and core with light free weights while balancing on a physio ball. 5:45pm. Tannersville Physical Therapy & Well-ness, 2313 RT 715, Reeders. 570-629-4921 to registerMixed Level Mat Pilates Group Class – Authentic and traditional style of Pilates for total body health and increased strength and flexibility. Individual evaluation before joining group required. 4:30pm. Mountain Laurel Pilates, 2557 Rt 6, Hawley. 570-857-1707. Chi for Caring - Practice self-awareness, relieve stress, and improve mobility and wellness with Tai Chi/Ki Gong like movements (seated and standing). Sr and Vet discount. 11:30am. Contact Martha for more infor-mation 570.216.8242. 2149 W Main St, Stroudsburg.Rise and Shine Yoga – Begin your day with a positive vibe--move and breath to uplifting music, breath in refreshing scents-stretch your way to a peaceful day! 8:30am. 1/2 off first class. Gale at 570-977-9935 or Facebook-Stepping Stones yoga. Pocono Peddler’s Village. TannersvilleHatha Yoga – In the tradition of the Mysore school of yoga. Develop strength, flexibility, balance and resolution. $12. 6:30-7:45pm. Arsha Vidya Guru-kulam, Old Rte 115, Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339.

fridayReiki Share – First and third Friday of every month. Open to any person who has received their reiki at-tunement and wants to hone their reiki skills. This is a time when the healers heal themselves and get much needed restoration. 7pm. Donation. Shooting For the Moon. 6247 Rte 209, Stroudsburg, 570-992-0943.

saturdayMixed Level Mat Pilates Group Class – Authentic and traditional style of Pilates for total body health and increased strength and flexibility. Individual eval-uation before joining group required. 10am. Mountain Laurel Pilates, 2557 Rt 6, Hawley. 570-857-1707. Meditation Workshop – Quiet your mind and enjoy true peacefulness. 1st & 3rd weekends only. 10am-12:30pm. Vegetarian lunch 12:30pm. Tunga Classroom, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, RR 5 Box 5050 (Old Rte 115), Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339. Hatha Yoga – Develop strength, flexibility, balance, calmness and resolution. 1st & 3rd weekends. Begin-ners series. 4:30-5:45pm. $12. Arsha Vidya Guruku-lam, RD 5 Box 5050, Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339.Shaolin Kung Fu – The eastern equivalent of aerobics which improves leg strength, cardiovascular conditioning, stamina and coordination is on 11:45am. Asian Institute, 315 Pocono Blvd, Mt Pocono. 570-839-1898. Les Mills Body Pump - Tone and sculpt your body with this intense workout inclusive of free weights. 8:15am. Tannersville Physical Therapy & Wellness, 2313 RT 715, Reeders, PA. 570-629-4921 to registerZumba - Lively dance cardio workout to Latin music. 9:30am. Tannersville Physical Therapy & Wellness, 2313 RT 715, Reeders. 570-629-4921 to register

dailyAscend Hospice Volunteering – Ascend Hospice is actively recruiting Reiki Practitioners, Certified Massage Therapists and Comfort Volunteers to impact the lives of Hospice patients. 866-821-1212.

sundayHatha Yoga – 8-9:15am. 1st & 3rd weekends only. In the tradition of the Mysore school of yoga. Develop strength, flexibility, balance, calmness, and resolution. $12. Activity Center, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339.Mat/Tower Group Pilates Class – Authentic and traditional style of Pilates for total body health and increased strength and flexibility. Individual evalua-tion before joining group required. 10am. Mountain Laurel Pilates, 2557 Rt 6, Hawley. 570-857-1707. Chair Pilates Group Class – Authentic and tra-ditional style of Pilates for physically challenged looking to improve total body health and increase strength and flexibility. Individual evaluation before joining group required. 11am. Mountain Laurel Pilates, 2557 Rt 6, Hawley. 570-857-1707.

mondayYoga-Pilates – A perfect blend of yogic stretching with core strengthening of Pilates. 5:45pm. Tan-nersville Physical Therapy & Wellness, 2313 RT 715, Reeders. 570- 629-4921 to registerMat/Tower Group Pilates Class – Authentic and traditional style of Pilates for total body health and increased strength and flexibility. Individual evalua-tion before joining group required. 4:30pm. Mountain Laurel Pilates, 2557 Rt 6, Hawley. 570-857-1707. Yoga for Every-Body – Gentle flow yoga appropri-ate for varying ages/abilities/and body types. Unites breath with movements to lengthen and tone from head to toe. Candle light, lavender and uplifting quotes to sooth the soul. 6-7pm. ½ off first class. Contact Gale-570-977-9935. Pocono Peddler’s Village/TannersvilleLes Mills Body Pump – Tone and sculpt your body with this intense workout inclusive of free weights. 5:45pm. Tannersville Physical Therapy & Wellness, 2313 RT 715, Reeders. Call 570-629-4921 to registerKarate Classes – Learn important life lessons of fair play, hardwork and self-discipline. Kids and adults. Light the path to your future. Phil Ott, Blackbelt and Teacher with 30 years of experience. 730 Milford Rd, East Stroudsburg. 973-476-1887. GriefShare – A free weekly grief support group and seminar features video from prominent Christian experts on grieving, and caring conversation with people who understand your thoughts and feelings, whether your loss is recent or long ago. 6:30pm. St. John’s Lutheran Church of Mahoning. 570-386-9960.


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NATURAL HEALTH

LEDET FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTERDr Kathleen Ledet1668 Route 715 South. Reeders, PA 18352-0500570-629-9220 • LedetChiropractic.com

Enjoy more energy, better concentration, more restful sleep, improved coordination and better health. Dr. Ledet is a Chiropractor/Reiki master assisting her patients with pain relief from headaches, TMJ, back/neck pain as well as extremity

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SUNRISE NUTRITION CENTERDr. John Harrington149 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825908-362-6868SunriseNutritionCenterNJ.com

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WELLNESS FOR LIFE HOLISTICKeri DiAngelis, HHC, CNC, Herbalist570-478-3478WellnessForLifeHolistic.com

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TANNERSVILLE & MARSHALL’S CREEK PHYSICAL THERAPY Georgine Todd2313 Route 715, Stroudsburg • 570-629-6073239 Fox Run Ln, E. Stroudsburg • 570-223-8477TannersvillePT.com

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MOUNTAIN LAUREL PILATESJudy Fink2557, Route 6Hawley, PA 570-857-1707MountainLaurelPilates.com

Classical Pilates studio offering the highest quality private and group sessions to people of all ages and fitness levels. Judy is certified in classical Method of Pilates since 2001 and is passionate about the authentic and traditional style of Pilates. The results

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STILLPOINT YOGA STUDIO155 State Road 94. Blairstown, NJ 07825908-902-4082DeliaQuigley.com

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Healers Wanted – Help us to aid in the healing environment at Pocono Medical Center. Seeking volunteers for the Complementary & Alternative Medicine Program. Interested practitioners in Reiki and massage, artists and musicians please contact Jill Howell at 570-476-3443 or email [email protected] .

COURSES

Aromatherapy Certified Course Online – A solid introduction to the science and art of Aromatherapy in 6 weeks or the course can be taken in your own time, to fit into any schedule. Reasonably priced. For more info or to register contact Barbara Fenton at 610-393-2036 or [email protected]

FOR RENT

Beautiful Office Space – Tannersville location of-fers a quiet and relaxing environment in a holistic healthcare center. Relatively quiet professions such as business or life coaching, architecture, counsel-ing, therapeutic, are desirable. Handicap accessible. Please call 570-332-4365 for more information.

Office space, treatment room, class room – Moosic location offers convenient office-away-from-home for practitioners, counselors or facilitators. Handicap accessible. Call the Walden Pond Therapies Center at 570-241-4965 for details.

OPPORTUNITIES

Distribution Help – Help us distribute this pub-lication in Pike and/or Wayne County PA. Email [email protected]

Integrative M.D. or D.O. Needed – Interested in working in a beautiful west Lehigh Valley facil-ity. Have your work supported by more than 20 complementary and alternative practitioners. Call 610-395-3355.

Established Juice Bar/Supplement Shop for sale – West Allentown [email protected] for details.

Sell Organic – Supplements, Essential Oils, Herbal Teas. 772-206-0652, www.goDesana.com/shoporganic

Distributors Needed – To sell Innovative new eco-friendly product available with open market in PA. Visit website www.smartkleanlife.com . For more information E-mail: [email protected].

PRODUCTS

Essential Oils Home Experience – Young Living Essential Oil party in your living room for you & your family/friends. Call Melissa Russo to arrange: 570-344-6375. MelissaRusso.VibrantScents.com

Trichotillomania Sufferers – Be pull-free for life. A healthy alternative, without medication. Visit: twirlandsoothe.weebly.com

Tai Chi and Qigong DVDs – Aleve many health ail-ments by practicing Tai Chi and Qigoing anywhere and anytime with quality DVD instruction. Simple to learn and can be practiced by anyone, young or old. Advanced through Expert levels available at EasternHealth123.com

SERVICES

Crystal healing bowl sessions - Crystal Singing Bowls offer powerful vibrational healing and a very unique meditation experience. Balance body and life, clear the mind, improve confidence, increase hope and joy. Balance By Lisa 484-903-6435.

Do you hear voices? – You are not alone. Support groups forming in Stroudsburg. Contact Paul Boggia at 570-421-3670.

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Our all natural personal skin repair salve brings comforting relief to sufferers of many skin irritations. DermaClear has proven to be effective against:

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Natural Awakenings - Poconos, PA & Warren County, NJ Edition