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18 GREEN HOME CHECKLIST Room-by-Room Steps We Can Take, Starting Right Now by Crissy Trask

24 EVERY DROP COUNTS Reusing Rainwater Saves Money and is Better for Plants by Brita Belli

26 GROWING UP GREEN Lessons to Help Lighten Future Footprints by Hilary Ferrand

28 NATURAL REMEDIES FOR SEASONAL ALLERGIES by Dr. Lauri Grossman

30 WASTE NOT, WANT NOT 10 Ways to Reduce Costly Food Waste by Amber Lanier Nagle

34 SHELTERS GO GREEN LEED-Certified Facilities Care for Animals and the Earth by Sandra Murphy

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Before taking advantage of all of the wonderful new toys in this issue, clean your clutter with tips from Interior Redesigner, Michele Senac in “Interior Rede-sign: A New Look, A New You” on page 12. She talks about how simple it can be to enliven your space with expert advice on reusing and repurposing what you’d consider old and outdated. After taking her advice on how to de-clutter your home, go-green using our “Green Home Checklist” on page 18. The checklist includes simple steps to take in order to start living green such as avoiding flimsy reusable shopping bags and avoiding electromagnetic radiation by placing elec-tronics at least five feet away from your bed.

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Acupuncture ..................................................................................... 39 Advertising, Marketing & PR ......................................................... 39Allergy/Nutrition .......................................................................39-40 Aromatherapy ..................................................................................40Baby Products ..................................................................................40Bio-Energetic Testing .....................................................................40Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy....................................................40 Boarding/Kennels ............................................................................40 Brain Training .................................................................................... 41 Cards & Gifts ..................................................................................... 41 Childbirth ............................................................................................ 41 Children’s Wellness .......................................................................... 41 Chiropractor ...................................................................................... 41 Coaching ............................................................................................. 41 Colon Hydrotherapy ........................................................................42 Companion Care...............................................................................42 Compounding Pharmacy ..........................................................42-43 Consulting ......................................................................................... 43 Cooking Classes ............................................................................... 43 Counseling Services ................................................................. 43-44Craniosacral Therapy .....................................................................44 Dentistry ...........................................................................................44 Doula ..................................................................................................44 Facials/Skin Care .............................................................................45 Farmers’ Market ..............................................................................45 Farm Store ........................................................................................45 Feng Shui/Interior Redesign .........................................................45 Fitness ...............................................................................................45 Functional Medicine ........................................................................46 Hair Salon/Spa ...........................................................................46-47 Health Food Stores ...................................................................47-48

Health & Wellness Training ............................................................48 Homeschool - Fine Arts ..................................................................48 Hormone Replacement Testing ....................................................48 Immune System Health ..................................................................48 Lab Testing .......................................................................................48 Massage/Bodywork .................................................................. 48-49 Media/Communications..................................................................49 Mental Fitness ..................................................................................49 Mineral Makeup ................................................................................50 Music ..................................................................................................50 Natural Foods ...................................................................................50 Nutrition ............................................................................................50 Nutritional Counseling ..................................................................... 51 Personal Coaching/Career Planning ............................................. 51 Personal Training ............................................................................. 51 Photography ...................................................................................... 51 Reflexology ....................................................................................... 52 Reiki – Healing Touch ...................................................................... 52 Restaurants ...................................................................................... 52 Skin & Body Care ............................................................................. 53 Swimming Pools ............................................................................... 53 Tai Chi/Qigong ................................................................................. 53 Thermography ..................................................................................54 Veterinary Care ...............................................................................54 Vitamin & Supplements .................................................................. 56Volunteering ................................................................................ 57 Whole Body Vibration ..................................................................... 57 Wholistic Wellness Centers ........................................................... 57 Women’s Health ...............................................................................58 Yoga/Pilates .....................................................................................58

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advertisersindex90 Degrees Yoga .............................................................................58Acupuncture of Greer ..................................................................... 39All About Pets ..................................................................................54All Natural Health & Beauty Center...............................20, 46, 47An Inner View Counseling Services ...................................... 36, 43 Any Lab Test Now ........................................................ 3, 39, 48, 56Artios Academies ..................................................................... 37, 48Auger Family Chiropractic ............................................................. 56Augusta Street Clinic...............................................................26, 40Austin Hughes, LMBT #7634 ........................................................48Biogenesis Medical & Wellness Center ................................ 37, 40Bourg Chiropractic .................................................................... 41, 57Brain Balance of Greenville ...................................................... 17, 41Bridge to Wellness, LLC ........................................................... 15, 42Care for Mom ..................................................................................... 41Carolina Health Innovations ............................................ 39, 49, 57Carolina Structural Energetic Therapy .......................................49Carolina Waterbirth ................................................................ 44, 50Color Star Media ........................................................................ 49, 51Complete Healing & Wellness Center ..........................................50Core Medical Thermography .................................................. 27, 54Creative Health - Anderson ...........................................................40Custom-Med Pharmacy .............................................29, 42, 56, 58Daily Manufacturing ......................................................................... 18Darrah Chiropractic ........................................................................44Denver Downs Farm Market ..........................................................45Dr. Cynthia Horner – Chiropractor ......................................... 41, 52Earth Fare - The Healthy Supermarket ....................................... 47Eric Aufdencamp, L. AC. ................................................................ 39Enhanced Living Chiropractic ................................................30, 46ENOTA Mountain Retreat .............................................................. 57Equilibrium Zen Gym................................................... 49, 51, 53, 57Essential Safe Products .................................................................. 16Fine Redesigns ..........................................................................35, 45Five Oaks Academy – A Montessori School ............................... 26Franz Family Spinal Care .........................................................41, 46Garner’s Natural Life .......................... inside front cover , 40, 56Goga Greenville ......................................................................... 55, 57Green to Clean .................................................................................. 19Greenville Get Healthy ......................................................43, 48, 51Greenville Natural Health Center .............................. 8, 39, 45, 49Greenville Organic Food Organization (GOFO) ..........................54Happy Cow Creamery ..............................................................45, 50Headquarters Day Spa & Salon .............................................46, 47Healthy Alternatives ....................................................................... 47Hong Zhang, L. AC ......................................................................... 39It’s Yoga Studio ......................................................................... 31, 58Legacy of Anderson ......................................................................... 13Learn West African Drumming! ....................................................50Learning Rx ................................................................................. 25, 41Life Coaching Institute ........................................................ 19, 41, 51Life Logic Health Center .........................................................36, 58Live Oak Farms, LLC ..................................... 45, inside back coverLive Simply Cards & Gifts ............................................................... 41Living Well Integrative Healthcare ........................................ 16, 40Local Farm Pages ......................................................................22-23Market for Life .................................................................................48Maui Meow Resort for Cats ...........................................................40Mind, Body & Spirit Massage Therapy ..................................49, 56Nancy Lee’s Hair Art ............................................................... 33, 46Natures Pearl ...................................................................................50Nu Aura Skin Spa & Salon .............................................. 45, 46, 50On-Call Medical Healthcare Solutions ..................................43, 48Oxygen Hair Studio .................................................................. 47, 56

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry ..................................................44, 62Pharmacy Innovations ............................................................... 4, 42Poinsett Psychiatry ........................................................................ 27PureAqua .......................................................................................... 53Qi Works Studio, LLC .......................................................... 4, 53, 58 Quickwitz ...........................................................................................49Raspberry Moon Skin Therapy...............................................45, 53ReWa- Renewable Water Resources ...........................................58RTH Therapeutics ............................................................................ 52Saucy Chica Skincare ..............................................................45, 53Skrip Shoppe ............................................................................. 23, 43Singing Goddess .............................................................................. 53Social Savvy PR ........................................................................ 39, 43Specialized Nutritional Support ...................................................50Summa Joe’s .................................................................................... 52Synchronicity ............................................................................. 17, 52Synergy Therapies Stress Management .....................................44Thermal Imaging of the Carolinas ................................................54Threadz Weave Salon ..................................................................... 47Tortilla Maria .............................................................................. 17, 52Trinity Allergy Relief & Wellness Center, LLC. .................... 31, 39Trinity Dental Center ...................................................................... 35Tropical Grille ................................................................................... 52Ultraviolet Blood Technologies .......................40, 48, back coverUpstate Healthcare Services ........................................................42Upstate Home Veterinary Care ....................................................54VBS Physical Therapy .................................................................... 35Vision of Life.....................................................................................40Vitamin Shoppe ................................................................................ 56Westside Club ...................................................................................45Whole Foods Market ................................................................48, 55Wickiser Family Chiropractic .............................................. 41, 53Wisteria Salon Aveda Spa ....................................................... 47, 52Work in Progress Therapy ......................................................44, 53Wild Radish .................................................................................31, 48Yoga & Pilates Resource Guide .................................................... 32Yoganize ................................................................................... 33, 58Younger Next Year....................................................................14, 40

mAY women’s wellness plus: aging beautifully

June healthy escapes plus: men’s wellness

JulY simple summer plus: natural foods

August family health plus: natural pet

sePtember creativity plus: yoga

october environment plus: chiropractic

november passion & purpose plus: energy boosts

december awakening humanity plus: holiday themes


National Start! Walking DayImproving overall health can be as

simple as putting one foot in front of the other—and April 6, National Start! Walking Day, is the ideal op-portunity to begin a regular walking routine. American Heart Association (AHA) research shows that individu-als can gain about two hours of life for every hour engaged in regular, vigorous exercise—a two-for-one deal that’s hard to beat. Walking just 30 minutes per day, five days a week, can also help reduce the risk

of cardiovascular disease and stroke, promote better sleep and assist in maintaining healthy body weight. Visit StartWalkingNow.org for resources to kick-start a heart-friendly regimen. The site offers links to local walking paths, heart-healthy recipes, an online prog-ress tracker and an app that helps walkers find and create paths while traveling. To find walking buddies or start a walking club, visit AHA’s MyWalkingClub.org.

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Unplug During Screen-Free WeekThe American Academy of Pediatrics recommends zero screen time for children

under 2 and less than two hours per day for older children. Yet, the Kaiser Fam-ily Foundation reports that 40 percent of 3-month-old infants are regular viewers of television and DVDs, and school-age kids spend nearly twice as many hours with screen media such as television, video games, computers and handheld devices as they spend attending school. To help kids, families, schools and communities turn off screens and turn on healthier activities, the Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (CCFC) urges everyone to participate in Screen-Free Week, April 30 through May 6. CCFC is a national coalition of health care professionals, educators, advocacy groups, parents and individuals, with a mission to reclaim childhood from corporate marketers. “The commercialization of childhood is the link between many of the most serious problems facing children and society today,” advises CCFC Director Susan Linn. “Childhood obesity, eating disorders, youth violence, sexualization, family stress, underage alcohol and tobacco use, rampant materialism and the erosion of children’s creative play are all exacerbated by advertising and marketing.” Learn more about the week-long event, efforts to restrict marketers’ access to chil-dren and how to help, at Commercial-FreeChildhood.org.

GREEN VEGGIES BOOST IMMUNITyResearchers reporting in the jour-

nal Cell have found another good reason to fill our plates with plenty of green vegetables like bok choy and broccoli: Tiny chemical compounds found in these healthful greens inter-act with the immune cells of the gut, known as intraepithelial lymphocytes (IEL), by effectively protecting them and boosting their numbers. IELs, white blood cells that inhabit the lining of many body cavities and structures, are concentrated in the gas-trointestinal tract, where their primary purpose is to destroy target cells that are infected by pathogens. Because pathogens frequently enter the body via the gastrointestinal tract, a high IEL count benefits overall health.

Source: Babra-ham Institute, Cambridge, UK

DIABETES LINkED TO DIRTy AIRHealth wise, the air we breathe is

just as important as the foods we eat, according to a recent report pub-lished in the journal Diabetes Care. The report is based on one of the first large-scale, population-based studies linking diabetes prevalence with air pollu-tion. According to researchers from Children’s Hospital Boston, a strong, consistent correlation exists between adult diabetes and particulate air pol-lution, an association that persists after adjustment for other risk factors such as obesity and ethnicity. The relationship was seen even at exposure levels below the current U.S. Environmental Protec-tion Agency safety limit.


QIGONG: A BOON FOR CANCER PATIENTSCancer patients that

regularly practiced qigong, a 5,000-year-old combination of gentle exercise and meditation, for al-most three months experienced signifi-cantly higher levels of well-being, improved cognitive functioning and less inflammation, compared to a control group. Dr. Byeong-sang Oh, a clinical senior lecturer at the University of Sydney Medical School, in Australia, who led the study, says the reduced inflamma-tion in patients that practiced medical qigong, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, was particularly significant. The project involved 162 patients, aged 31 to 86; those assigned to the medical qigong group undertook a 10-week program of two supervised, 90-minute sessions per week. They were also asked to practice an addi-tional 30 minutes at home each day. When the study began, there were no significant differences in measurements of quality of life, fatigue, mood status and inflamma-tion between the intervention and control groups. However, “Patients that practiced medical qigong expe-rienced significant improvements in quality of life, including greater physi-cal, functional, social and emotional well-being, while the control group deteriorated in all of these areas,” reports Oh. He remarks that the study is the first such trial to measure the impact of medical qigong in patients with cancer. “Several studies have indi-cated that chronic inflammation is associated with cancer incidence, progression and even survival,” Oh explains. He presented the findings at a recent American Society of Clinical Oncology conference.

Sweet Stuff Combats InfectionsHoney’s use as a medicine was described on Sumerian clay tablets dating back

4,000 years, and ancient Egyptians made ointments of the sticky substance to treat wounds. Now, contemporary scientists have shown that manuka honey, which comes from New Zealand, could be an efficient way to clear chronically infected wounds and help reverse bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Professor Rose Cooper, of the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, in the UK, has investigated how manuka honey interacts with bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Group A Streptococcus and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). She discovered that the honey interfered with their growth, blocking the formation of biofilms that can wall off such bacte-ria from antibiotic remedies.

Are Cell Phones Safe?Questions about how cell phones

might impact our health have sparked significant controversy. The World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has now classi-fied radio frequency electromagnetic fields as possibly carcinogenic to humans, based on an increased risk for glioma, a malig-nant type of brain cancer associated with wireless phone use. Caution was also urged in an article

about cell phone safety published this past October in the journal Electromag-netic Biology and Medicine. It reported that cell phones that are switched on and carried in shirt or pants pockets can exceed U.S. Federal Communications Com-mission exposure guidelines, and also that adults and children absorb high levels of microwave radiation from the phones. According to the paper, children are at greater risk than adults, absorbing up to triple the amount of microwave radiation in their brain’s hypothalamus (which links the nervous and endocrine systems) and hippocampus (vital for memory and spatial navigation) compared to adults. Absorption into their eyes was also greater, and as much as 10 times higher in their bone marrow than adults’. The IARC concludes that these findings call for cell phone certification consistent with the “as low as reasonably achievable” approach taken in setting standards for using radiological devices. “It is important that additional research be conducted into the long-term, heavy use of mobile phones,” says IARC Director Christopher Wild. “Pending the availability of such information, it is important to take pragmatic measures to reduce exposure [directly to the head], such as hands-free devices or texting.”

Additional resource: Epidemiologist Devra Davis, Ph.D., reports on this topic in Disconnect: The Truth About Cell Phone Radiation.


Interior Redesign: A New Look, A New youBy Michele Senac

Take a look around your home and office. How do you feel? Do you wish you could wave a magic wand and transform your space? For many people the

thought of redesigning their living space or place of business may seem daunting. Yet, using the art of Interior Redesign, a new, fresh look can be achieved without buying new things and spending a lot of money.

Interior Redesign is the art of creating an enhanced, beautiful and vibrant space using your existing furniture, artwork and accessories, while honoring your taste, life history and lifestyle. With simple adjustments and rearranging, a whole new look can be created without making additional purchases. Interior Redesign is green design, by reusing and repurposing, the planet is sustained, and waste and consumption are reduced.

Having a professional consultation provides a redesigner the opportunity to view your possessions and space in a fresh, new way. The layout and function of each room is considered, along with its features and details. Items that you may have had for a long time or used for a specific purpose may seem outdated or ordinary to you, but a redesigner sees these items with fresh eyes, and places them to best reflect you, your space and their greatest potentials. For maximum ben-efit from a redesign consultation, the first step begins with you. Take a thorough assessment of your space. Your space is a reflection of you. Is it filled to the brim with what-nots, magazines and other items that you are not using? Have you been meaning to get around to clearing your desk, discarding papers and files that are no longer pertinent? By clearing things out you are creating room for what you truly want to come into your life. Many people feel overwhelmed when they think about their clutter. Try focusing on the end results; it’s a much better way to begin.

Releasing what is no longer useful is empowering. It sends out a message that you are no longer willing to settle for a life filled with the unwanted. When you and your space have room to breathe, amazing things can happen in your life. When your space is redesigned in a balanced, harmonious way, the positive energy can flow. Clients who have had their space redesigned describe feeling an increase of positive energy, not only in their space, but in themselves. They not only see, but feel the difference immediately. Interior Redesign is not just about rearranging things and enlivening your space; it’s about moving you into new, energized, and positive directions.

Michele Senac is a certified Interior Redesigner, Home Stager & Feng Shui Practitioner. For more information, call 864-631-9335 or for before/after photos, visit her website at FineRedesigns.com. See ad, page 35.


News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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Egg-ceptional FunNatural Easter Colors to Dye ForFrom toddlers to tweens, many children eagerly anticipate one of spring’s most pleasurable rituals: coloring Easter eggs. This shared family activity allows kids to be hands-on artists, as they choose from a palette of cheerful hues to fashion little edible treasures. But youngsters that dip their hands into synthetic dyes can absorb chemicals through the skin that have been linked with allergic reactions, accord-ing to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and with ADHD and hyperactivity, per a 2011 report by Science News. Keep their creations healthy and chemical-free by avoiding com-mercial food coloring and using easy-to-make, fruit- and veggie-based dyes instead. The simplest way to use Earth-friendly shades is to add natural materials when boiling the eggs. Some suggestions: purple grape juice or crushed blueberries, for blue; liquid chlorophyll or spinach, for green; organic orange peels or ground tur-meric, for yellow; cranberries, pickled beets, cherries or pomegranate juice, for pink and red; and yellow onion skins, cooked carrots, chili powder or paprika, for orange. Then, follow these directions: Place the eggs in a single layer in a pan and add water to cover. Add one teaspoon of white vinegar (this helps the eggshells absorb color) and the natural dye material; use more material for more eggs or a more intense color. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer the eggs for 15 minutes. Remove the eggs and refrigerate them. These naturally colored treats, more beautiful than their artificially enhanced cousins, will mimic Mother Nature’s softer, gentler tints. For a shiny appearance, rub some cooking oil onto the eggs when they are dry. Also remember that hard-cooked eggs are more perishable than raw ones, and should remain outside the refrigerator no more than two hours (so the one possibly found the day after Easter needs to hit the compost pile) and be consumed within one week.

Whale WatchingOne Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Whales

Greenpeace Executive Director Philip Rad-ford reports that the discredited practice of vote buying at the International Whaling Commission (IWC) has been ended. “Coun-tries like Japan can no longer bribe poorer countries to support their pro-whaling stance. This means that whale conservation finally has a fighting chance.”

The U.S. delegation supported a measure intended to increase transparency in member-ship fees after hearing from millions of whale

lovers. Initiated by the United Kingdom and backed by a number of countries, the proposal passed via a rare consensus among the 89 participating countries. It is believed that payment of membership dues in cash allowed wealthy countries to purchase the votes of other nations. Dues for the commission must now be paid via bank transfer from government accounts.


Honk HonkDriving Less and Enjoying it MoreOnly 31 percent of American 16-year-olds had a driver’s license in 2008, down from 46 percent in 1983, according to a University of Michigan study published in the journal Traffic Injury Prevention. Eighteen-year-old legal drivers decreased from 80 to 65 percent over the same period, as did adults in their 20s and 30s, although by not as much. A new survey by the car-sharing company Zipcar confirmed that those with licenses are trying to drive less, as well. Altogether, more than half of drivers under the age of 44 are making efforts to reduce the time they spend in traffic. Factors supporting this trend include the high cost of gas and insurance, tighter restrictions on teen drivers in many states and congested roads. In addition, Michael Sivak, a research professor at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, cites the importance of the Internet. “It is possible that the availability of virtual contact through electronic means reduces the need for actual contact among young people.” He also points out that, “Some young people feel that driving interferes with texting and other electronic communication.” Public transit is filling part of the vacuum. The United States, which has long trailed other countries in mass transit usage, is catching on among younger generations.

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Bug MuscleBiomimicry Presents a Solution for Drought

With global temperatures continu-ing to rise and droughts expected to become more severe, Australian Ed-ward Linacre has designed a beetle-inspired device called Airdrop that is capable of extracting water from even the driest desert air. His invention recently won the prestigious global James Dyson award. “Biomimicry is a powerful weapon in an engineer’s armory,” comments Dyson. Linacre, a graduate of Swin-

burne University of Technology, in Melbourne, wanted to solve the drought prob-lem afflicting parts of his country. The lack of rain has brought dry, damaged soil, dead crops and mounting debt for farmers. Rather than using complex, energy-intensive methods such as desalination or tapping into underground water sources, Airdrop’s source of water, the air, can be used anywhere in the world. The device delivers water to the roots of crops in dry areas by pushing air through a network of underground pipes and cooling it to the degree at which moisture condenses; then the water is pumped to the roots. Linacre was inspired by the Namib beetle, which survives in areas that receive just half an inch of rain per year by consuming the dew it collects on the hydrophilic skin of its back.

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globalbriefsBetter ThreadsRug Industry Tackles Child Labor InjusticeThe nonprofit GoodWeave organization works to end child labor in the rug industry and provides educational opportunities for kids in weaving communities worldwide. The GoodWeave label is given solely to rug companies that only hire employees of legal working age. GoodWeave, offering the world’s only independent child labor-free certification for rugs, makes unannounced inspections of looms overseas to ensure that standards are upheld. Programs funded by GoodWeave-certified rug sales have helped nearly 10,000 children in Nepal and India to attend school instead of working on looms. An estimated 250,000 children are still weav-ing today. “It’s widely documented that children are exploited to make all sorts

of products in our global economy,” says Nina Smith, GoodWeave USA executive director. “But in the case of carpets, consumers can do some-thing to put a stop to these inhumane practices. By buying a certified rug, you can change a child’s life.”

Find participating local retailers by Zip code at GoodWeave.org.

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Book BattleReading Going DigitalThe number of Americans that pre-fer to read a book via an electronic reading device tripled in less than 12 months last year, but most still prefer to read a traditional, physical book. A survey of 1,000 American adults na-tionwide shows that 27 percent have now used a Kindle or similar product.

national library week is April 8-14

Pocket CalculatorNew Gadget Measures a Family’s Eco-Footprints

A brand-new online environmental tool from Low Impact Living, the Impact Calculator, measures the many footprints of a household’s life-

style. With it, families can assess their specific carbon, energy, water, trash, wastewater and stormwater-runoff amounts. Then, by entering the Zip

code and home size, it encapsulates in one number the overall environ-mental footprint compared with a typical home in the region, suggests green home and lifestyle projects and saves a profile, along with project notes, for future reference.

To use the calculator, visit Tinyurl.com/59ksp3.

Global GardensNew Global Warming Planting MapThe color-coded map of planting zones on the back of seed packets is being updated by the U.S. Depart-ment of Agriculture to reflect climate changes brought on by global warming. The new guide, last updated in 1990, reflects, for instance, that the coldest day of the year isn’t as frigid as it used to be, so some plants and trees can now survive farther north. Nearly entire states, such as Ohio, Nebraska and Texas, are now classified in warmer zones. The new guide uses better weather data and offers more interactive technol-ogy. Gardeners using the online version can enter their Zip code and get the exact average coldest temperature. For the first time, calculations include more detailed factors, such as prevailing winds, the presence of nearby bodies of water and other local topography. Boston University Biology Professor Richard Primack observes, “There are a lot of things you can grow now that you couldn’t grow before. People don’t think of figs as a crop you can grow in the Boston area. You can do it now.” The changes come too late to make this year’s seed packets, but they will be on next year’s, says George Ball, chairman and CEO of the W. Atlee Burpee seed company.

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Green living is being embraced by more folks than ever, in ways both large and small, giving the

Earth some much-needed kindness. If you’re interested in some good ideas that fall between a total home solar installation and basic recycling—with many delivering big impacts—check out Natural Awakenings’ room-by-room green checklist. You’ll find inspired, practical changes that are doable start-ing right now.

KitchenThe kitchen can be a hot spot for waste. Eileen Green, with EcoEvaluator.com, says that reducing waste, conserving water and increasing energy efficiency are all important considerations within an environmentally friendly kitchen.

4 Eat up food. Each year, a typical household discards an estimated 474 pounds of food waste, according to

University of Arizona research—at large economic and environmental cost. Buying more fresh food than we can eat before the expiration date is up and allowing leftovers to expire in the fridge are culprits. “Drawing up menus and avoiding buying on impulse can help,” advises Green. Compost food scraps at home or sign up for curbside composting, if it’s offered locally. Disposing of food in garbage disposals or landfills is not environmentally sound.

4 Dispense with disposables. Replace disposable paper and plastic products with durable, lasting alternatives: cloth napkins instead of paper; dishwasher-safe serving ware instead of single-use paper or plastic; glass or recycled food storage containers in place of throwaway plastic bags and wrap; and natural fiber dishcloths to replace paper towels and plastic sponges.

4 Clean naturally. Chemical pow-erhouses have become the norm in household cleaning products, but they are not essential. Non-toxic cleaners are up to the task, from cleaning a sink to an oven.

4 Shop for the Energy Star logo. Ap-pliances bearing the Energy Star logo are up to 50 percent more energy effi-cient than standard ones. This translates to significant savings in annual operat-ing costs.

4 Filter water with less waste. Bottled water is expensive and wasteful. In-stead, purchase a home-filtering system that uses recycled or reusable filters. On the road, carry tasty filtered water in a reusable glass bottle.

4 Conserve water. Run dishwashers only when fully loaded and fill the sink with water, rather than running it down the drain, when washing by hand. Use water only to wet and rinse; otherwise turn it off.

4 Phase out non-stick skillets. Teflon coatings can leach toxins when dam-aged or overheated. Play it safe and begin assembling a set of cookware that includes properly seasoned cast iron, which is naturally non-stick.

4 Avoid cheap reusable shopping bags. Flimsy reusable bags end up as trash within a few months under normal use. Buy a set of high quality reusable bags that will give years of use.

Bedrooms“Most people spend more time in the bedroom than in any other room of the house,” remarks Huffington Post Eco Etiquette columnist Jennifer Grayson. “So it’s important to focus on making bedrooms as green and healthy as pos-

green Home cHecklistRoom-by-Room Steps We Can Take, Starting Right Now

by Crissy Trask


sible.” She advocates paying special atten-tion to sleepwear, bedding and furniture people sleep on.

4 Start with a good foundation. Box springs can be constructed of plywood or particleboard, which commonly contain formaldehyde, classified as a probable human carcinogen by the U.S. Envi-ronmental Protection Agency (EPA) and a toxic air contaminant by the state of California. Choose those that have been certified as formaldehyde-free or with low emissions. A platform bed made of Forest Stewardship Council-certified wood, sourced from sustainably managed forests, is a healthy alternative.

4 Don’t sleep on a cloud of chemicals. “If your face is pressed up against a conven-tional mattress for seven hours a night, then you’re going to be breathing in what-ever chemicals are off-gassing from that mattress for seven hours a night,” warns Grayson. Mattresses are commonly treated with fire-retardant chemicals to comply with U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-mission rules. To avoid toxic chemicals like the hydrocarbon toluene, emitted from mattresses stuffed with polyurethane foam, instead look for untreated, wool-covered mattresses (wool is a natural fire retardant) filled with natural latex or containing a spring system wrapped with organic cotton batting. Non-organic cotton production relies on lots of hazardous synthetic chemicals in its production. Organic cotton, linen and wool bedding are safer bets, espe-cially when certified to meet strict envi-ronmental standards.

4 Block the afternoon sun. During the day, shut off air-conditioning vents inside bedrooms and block the afternoon sun with interior or exterior solar shades. By day’s end, even in warm climates, bed-rooms should be cool enough for sleeping with the addition of a slight breeze from an open window or a slow-running floor or ceiling fan.

4 Go wireless. It’s impossible to complete-ly avoid electromagnetic radiation from to-day’s technologies, so lower exposure in the bedroom by removing electronic devices and placing electrical items at least five feet away from the bed.


much consequence, and a clothesline requires no energy other than the sun.” Also, make sure that whatever goes into the washer or dryer with clothes is non-toxic, or else you’ll be wearing toxic chemical residues next to your skin all day, cautions MacEachern.

4 Select cold water. On average, only 10 percent of the energy used by a clothes washer runs the machine; the other 90 percent goes to heat the water. The typical American household does about 400 loads of laundry each year, resulting in much energy squandered on hot water. With the exception of laundering greasy spots or stubborn stains, routinely wash in cold water, using a cold-water eco-detergent.

4 Install a clothesline. Running a dryer for just 40 minutes can use the energy equivalent of a 15-watt, compact fluo-rescent bulb lit for a week. Stretch out a line and hang clothes outside to dry in the fresh air to save about $100 a year on electric bills. The sun imparts a disinfectant benefit as a bonus.

4 Replace an old machine. A washer or dryer that is older than 10 years has hidden costs. EnergyStar.gov notes that an older machine uses more energy and can cost from 10 to 75 percent more to oper-ate than a new, high-efficiency appliance.

4 Choose eco-friendly laundry products. Conventional laundry soaps contain chemicals that can be problem-atic for us and wreak havoc on marine ecosystems. Look for cold-water brands that are fragrance- and phosphate-free.

4 Switch to concentrates. Concentrated detergents translate to less energy used in shipping, less waste and more value.

4 Stop static cling without dryer sheets. Never over-dry clothes and al-ways dry natural fibers separately from synthetics to prevent static cling.

BathroomThe smallest room in the house is a disproportionately large contributor to household environmental impacts. In an average non-conservation-minded American home, 38,000 gallons of water annually go down the drains and

toilet. “Along with that water,” says MacEachern, “You’ll be washing lots of personal care and cleaning products down the drain, as well, where they could get into local natural water sup-plies and make life difficult for birds, frogs and fish.” Sara Snow, television host and author of Sara Snow’s Fresh Living: The Essential Room-by-Room Guide to a Greener, Healthier Family and Home, cautions against personal skin care products with questionable chemical ingredients. “A good percentage of them are being absorbed right into our bloodstream, so focus on ingredients that do no harm; ones that help our bodies instead, such as nourishing and healing botanicals.”

4 Slow the flow. Ultra-efficient show-erheads use as little as 1 gallon per minute (gpm); aerated types that mix air into the water stream to enhance pressure provide a good soak and rinse using less than half the water than some other low-flow showerheads. At the sink, aerators should flow between 0.5 and 1 gpm—plenty of pressure for brushing teeth and washing hands.

4 Flush responsibly. According to the EPA, the toilet alone can use 27 percent of household water. Replace older toilets (pre-1994) with new, higher ef-ficiency models for savings of two to six gallons per flush.

4 Heat water wisely. A tankless water heater supplies instantaneous hot water only as needed. Or, install a timer on a traditional water heater to cut warming time to a few hours a day at most.

4 Shun a plastic shower curtain. Poly-vinyl chloride (PVC) has been called “the poison plastic” for its highly toxic lifecycle, which includes the release of dioxins into the air and water. These

4 Forget fabric softeners. Most fabric softeners contain highly toxic chemicals that latch onto sheets and can be inhaled or absorbed directly into the bloodstream through skin. Instead, add a quarter-cup of bak-ing soda to the wash cycle to soften sheets and other laundry.

4 Leave the lights off. Motion-detect-ing nightlights save energy while allow-ing safe passage in the wee hours.

Laundry RoomIn a typical U.S. home, the wash-ing machine accounts for 21 percent of home water use and combined, the washer and dryer comprise 5 to 8 percent of home energy demands. Diane MacEachern, founder of Big-GreenPurse.com and author of Big Green Purse: Use Your Spending Power to Create a Cleaner, Greener World, explains that a good way to conserve key resources is to use these applianc-es less—reducing the number of loads and drying items on outdoor clothes-lines or indoor racks. MacEachern says, “You can prob-ably wash things like sweatshirts and blue jeans less frequently without

Find more big ideas in Natural Awakenings’ article,

“Spring Green Rehab,” at Tinyurl.com/3nhan6s.


Kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms earn the most attention in greening up our homes, but what about the miscel-laneous spaces? Attics, garages, closets and entry halls can get overlooked, although they also yield benefits from some green-minded attention. Here are tips for the most common “un-rooms” to get the ball rolling. Garage4 Empty the car of extra weight and optimally inflate tires to improve gas mileage by up to 5 percent.

4 Replace poisonous windshield wiper fluid with a make-it-yourself solution that combines seven cups of distilled water, one-half-cup isopropyl alcohol and one-half-teaspoon eco-dishwashing liquid. Properly dispose of old wiper fluid in a boldly labeled container at a hazardous waste center.

4 Clean with a broom instead of a hose to save water.

Attic4 Install a whole-house fan to pull warm air out of the attic, keeping rooms below cooler.

4 Blanket the attic with a reflective heat barrier to reflect heat before it has a chance to enter.

4 If the tops of floor joists above the insulation are visible, EnergyStar.gov recommends adding more insulation

until they are no longer visible when viewed at eye level.

Entry Hall4 Leave shoes, along with allergens and dirt, at the door for a healthier home.

4 Reduce unwanted mail by opt-ing out of catalogs, credit card and insurance offers and Direct Marketing Association-member mailings at CatalogChoice.org, OptOutPrescreen.com and DMAChoice.org, respectively.

4 Doormats made from recycled plastic soda bottles keep millions of them from entering landfills.

Closets4 Get organized with bins and shelves made from recycled plastic, reclaimed wood, salvaged and repurposed items, formaldehyde-free plant-based boards or Forest Stewardship Council-certified wood.

4 Shop for local, previously owned clothes and accessories from consign-ment boutiques, thrift stores or a local clothing swap.

4 Slip into some vegan or Earth-friendly shoes; there’s a lot more to choose from than hemp sandals.

Sources: U.S. Environmental Protec-tion Agency, Sierra Club, Mayo Clinic, chej.org, DrClaudiaMiller.com, DrWeil.com, ftc.gov, EnergyStar.gov

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Urban composting solution BokashiComposting.com

Toxins in consumer products Toxipedia.org

Eco-water filters Brita.com/your-brita/recycle-your-filter BritishBerkefeld.com TerraFlo.com/recycle.htm

Textile certifications Tinyurl.com/7wd9vlr

go-to resourcesPVC fact sheet MyHouseIsYourHouse.org/pvcfacts.html

Radiation exposure facts epa.gov/radtown/index.html

Safe cosmetics and personal care products ewg.org/skindeep

toxic chemicals persist in ecosystems and can cause cancer. PVC shower curtains are also a short-life product that cannot be recy-cled, so switch to a PVC-free alternative. Organic hemp is the eco-shower curtain gold standard.

4 Ban antibacterial products. Triclo-san is a popular antibacterial agent found in many household cleaners, hand soaps, cosmetics and even tooth-paste. It’s also a registered pesticide and probable human carcinogen that’s showing up in the environment and children’s urine. The Mayo Clinic sug-gests that triclosan may contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant germs and harm the immune system, making us more susceptible to bacte-ria.

4 Install a shower filter that removes chlorine. Chlorine, which is increas-ingly being linked to some cancers, is used by many municipalities to disin-fect water supplies. People absorb more chlorine through the skin and by inhal-ing chlorine vapors when bathing and showering than from drinking it.

4 Use recycled and unbleached paper products. Using recycled bath tissue helps close the recycling loop on all the paper we dutifully recycle at the curb. Unbleached varieties keep chlorine byproducts like dioxins out of the envi-ronment.

4 Remove bad odors instead of cover-ing them up. In a University of Califor-nia study, chemical air fresheners were found to have higher concentrations of polluting volatile organic compounds (VOC) than any other household clean-ing product. Long-term exposure to some VOCs have been linked with adverse health effects.

This Natural Awakenings checklist sug-gests steps that are possible in making any home healthier, safer and more enjoyable. Start checking off items today and begin shrinking the family’s ecologi-cal footprint right away.

Crissy Trask is the founder of Green Matters.com and author of the bestsell-ing, It’s Easy Being Green: A Handbook for Earth-Friendly Living. Follow her at Twitter.com/greenmatters.


COMMUNITy SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE

GREENBRIER FARMS772 Hester Store Rd. 864-855-9782•Easley www.GreenbrierFarms.com(Sat. Greenville Downtown Market-May thru Oct.)

PARSON PRODUCEBush River Farm404-452-4321•Clinton www.ParsonProduce.com(Sat. Greenville Downtown Market- May thru Oct.. Earth Market3rd Thurs. McDunn Gallery at 741 Rutherford Rd. May 17- Sept. 21)

FARMS AND FARM TOURS

BELUE FARMS3773 Parris Bridge Rd. 864-578-0446•Boiling Springs www.BelueFarms.com(Open Mon.-Sat.- 8am-6pm)

BUFFALO FARMS1705 Jonesville Rd.864-553-5500•SimpsovilleAlso located in Manning, SC.(Tues. at Whole Foods Market, Thurs. Simpsonville Farmers Market)

CHATOOGA BELLE FARM454 Damascus Church Rd.864-647-9768•Long Creekwww.ChatoogaBelleFarm.com(Mon.-Sun. 9am-5pm. In-season, U-pick)

EVERGREEN FARMS OF TRAVELERS REST63 Tammy Trl. 864-303-3001•Travelers Restwww.EvergreenFarmsOfTR.com(TR Farmers’ Sat. Market-May-Oct.)

GARDEN DELIGHTS104 S. Staunton Ct. 864-325-3355•Moore www.GardenDelights-SC.com

GIBSON FARMS ORGANIC BEEF251 N. Retreat Rd.434-221-1716•Westministerwww.GibsonFarmsOrganicBeef.com

FRIENDS AT THE FARM1400 Slaton Rd.864-231-0663•Townvillewww.FriendsFoodWithAFlair.com

HAPPY COW CREAMERY330 Mckelvey Rd. 864-243-9699•Pelzer www.HappyCowCreamery.com(Mon.-Fri. - 9am-7pm, Sat. 9am-5pm)

HURRICANE CREEK FARMS220 Moores Mill Rd. 864-933-1343•Pelzer www.HurricaneCreekfarms.com(Thurs.1-6pm, Fri & Sat. 9-6pm)

LIVE OAK FARMS230 Sam Davis Rd. 864-991-9839•Woodruff www.LiveOakfarmsLLC.com(Mon. Wed & Fri. 10-6pmTues. Thurs. & Sat. 10-4pm)

LIVE OAK FARMS STORE203 Siloam Rd.864-605-1019•Powdersville www.LiveOakfarmsLLC.com(Mon. -Sat. 10am - 6pm)

MILKY WAY FARM (RAW MILK)220 Hidden Hills Rd. 864-352-2014•Starr www.SCMilkyWayFarm.com(Place order, delivery only)

SANDY FLAT BERRY PATCH4715 Locust Hill Rd.864-895-2019•Taylorswww.SandyFlatBerryPatch.com(Mon.-Sat. 8am-8pm, Sun. 1pm-6pmU-pick April- June)

TIMBEROCK (@ Hopkins Farm)3717 Fork Shoals Rd.864-907-0529•Simpsonvillewww.TimberockAtHopkinsFarm.com(Call for appointment or tour of our farm and venue.)

WALKER CENTURY FARMS110 Walker Rd.864-226-2668•Andersonwww.WalkerCenturyFarms.com(Roadside market Fri. 3pm-7pm, -Sat. 2pm-6pm.)

FARMERS’ MARkETS

AAFFA’S FARMER’S MARKET(@ the Filling Station)302 East Whitner Street864-933-0559•Anderson(June 5- Aug. 28. Every Tues. 4pm-7pm.)

Local Produce & Farm Tour ResourcesTreat your locavore palate to garden-fresh produce at any of these local markets,

join a CSA*, or visit area farms to see who grows your food and where it comes from.


EASLEY FARMERS’ MARKET205 N. First St. 864-855-7900•Easleywww.EasleyFarmersMarket.com(Sat. 8am-Noon, March 24- Oct.27)

FOUNTAIN INN FARMERS’ MARKET105 Depot St. 864-275-8801•Fountain Innwww.FountainInn.org(Sat. 8am-Noon – June 3- Sept. 29)

HUBCITY FARMERS’ MARKET298 Magnolia St.864-585-0905•Spartanburg www.HubCityFM.org(Sat. 11am-1pm-May 12-Nov.10) Morgan Square(Wed. 11am-1pm–June 6-Sept.26)

ROLLING GREEN VILLAGE FRESH MARKET(The Marketplace @ Rolling Green Village)1 Hoke Smith Blvd. 864-987-4612•Greenville [email protected](1st Thurs. each month, May 3- Aug. 2)

SLOW FOOD UPSTATE EARTH MARKET(@ McDunn Gallery)741 Rutherford Rd.864-242-0311•Greenvillewww.McDunnStudio.com(3rd Thurs. May 17- Sept. 21)

UPSTATESC.LOCALLYGROWN.NET864-901-2692•Web-based/Serving the [email protected]

WHOLE FOODS LOCAL FARMERS’ MARKET1140 Woodruff Rd. (Whole Foods Market parking lot)864-335-2300•Greenville www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/greenville(Tues. 10am-2pm, May 1 thru Oct. 30)

ROADSIDE MARkET

BOUNTIFUL HARVEST MARKET1818 Fairview Rd.864-862-7440 • Fountain Inn(5 mi. south of Target in Simpsonville)(Fresh produce, plants and more. Late March- Mid-Dec. Open Tues. -Fri. 9-7 & Sat. 8-6)


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Doug Pushard, an expert in rainwater catchment systems who shares his know-how at HarvestH2O.com, believes that homeowners capture rainfall for

two reasons—either to make the most of a precious water re-source in states with low seasonal precipitation or to control stormwater runoff in states with high precipitation. It’s also an easy way to make a dent in household water and sewer bills. Capturing and managing rainwater provides an environmentally sound alternative to wasting precious tap water pulled from diminishing underground reservoirs, and can replace some or all of a home’s water needs, depending on the system. Rainwater is also better for nourishing lawns, plants and gardens. “People want to use rainwater instead of city water in their yards because they understand that city water carries chlorine, which is not great for plants,” Pushard explains. The amount of water used by residential irrigation is significant. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Water Sense Program, an American family of four uses 400 gallons of water a day, including 30 percent of it outside. More than half of that outdoor water is used for lawns and gardens, with the rest sprayed on cars, in swimming pools and on sidewalks and driveways. Collectively, nationwide landscape irrigation totals more than 7 billion gallons per day.

Water CalculationsIn its simplest form, rainwater harvesting involves little more than placing rain barrels—with capacities from 55 gallons to several hundred gallons—under a home’s downspouts.

Popular models can be purchased from home improvement stores, or county extension classes teach how to make one from inexpensive parts. Online research shows the various styles available; most have a spigot at the base for attaching a hose or filling a watering can. The larger capacity, more sophisticated systems use storage cisterns than can hold thousands of gallons of water below ground. These employ pumps that move the water to sprinkler systems or other points of use. For these more complicated setups, Pushard recom-mends engaging professional help, adding that below-ground systems will capture excess water year-round, even in cli-mates where temperatures drop. “In northern New Mexico, where I live, we get almost one-third of our precipitation in the winter,” he says. “If you have a below-ground system, you can capture that; with an above-ground one, you can’t, because the tank or fittings would freeze and burst.” The formula for determining the maximum amount of water available to capture is related to roof size. Multiply the square footage of the roof times the local annual rainfall (found at Tinyurl.com/73enzjx), and then multiply the result by .623 gallons. That .623 factor is “how many gallons are in an area of one square foot by one inch deep of rainwater,” according to one of Pushard’s online tutorials. Not all roof materials are created equal. On the high end, tile, metal, concrete or asphalt roofs have a 95 percent runoff efficiency; gravel roofs, 70 percent; and grass roofs, 17 percent, so factor that in, too. Pushard recommends always going with a bigger tank, if possible, to avoid having to add more water storage later.

Think BigRainwater harvesting works as an effective irrigation device, but it needn’t be limited to outdoor use. One of the easiest—and most useful—places to direct captured rainwater is toilets. Citing bathrooms as a home’s biggest water user, the EPA notes that a single toilet can use 27 percent of house-hold water. “It’s ludicrous that we use drinking water to flush toilets,” says Pushard. To use stored rainwater instead, run a new plumbing line to the rainwater storage tank and install a pump that activates when the toilet flushes. Rainwater can supply sink faucets, as well, but counting on rainwater to be the sole source of all household water requires a substantial investment and a filtration, purification and UV light system to make the water drinkable. When capturing rain for potable uses, roofing material becomes more important: Unpainted metal and tile are preferred, because these will not leach chemicals into the water that are difficult to remove. In terms of overall cost, the simplest rainwater collec-tion systems will cost a few hundred dollars (less than $100 per barrel), while a whole-house system will cost tens of thousands. However, Pushard points out, rainwater harvest-ing can be a lifesaver with water shortages becoming a new norm in many states.

Brita Belli is the editor of E-The Environmental Magazine and the author of The Autism Puzzle: Connecting the Dots Between Environmental Toxins and Rising Autism Rates.

EVERy DROP COUNTSReusing Rainwater Saves Money and is Better for Plants

by Brita Belli


Parents schooled in environmen-tal principles strive to guide their children in like-minded directions.

How can we inspire them to join in addressing larger challenges without coming across as a lecturer about yet another obligation? Thankfully, there are many ways to make green living a feel-good, even easy and fun habit.

Cutting ConsumerismThe most important factor is to live as an example. Parents best teach children to buy less by buying less themselves. Discuss various considerations and ask for their opinions. According to a recent study by Empower MediaMarketing, kids see 12 to 14 minutes of commercials for every hour of television screen time. Talk about ads that target kids and how some retailers manipulate young audi-ences. Compare the advertised benefits of a new toy with their own experi-ences with it; does it measure up?

Give kids attractive options and practice in making choices. “I tell them what a product contains and if it’s proven to cause health problems,” says Mary Marsh, a mother of three in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. “I also will tell them about a natural alterna-tive. I really want them to make these important decisions themselves. I can’t decide for them later on.”

Taming TrashChallenge children to find reusable alternatives to disposable household items. Turn it into a game; conduct ex-periments to see how well the alterna-tives work and try their ideas. Put a spin on recycling. Instead of rinsing milk jugs and putting them out for recycling, save some to create an igloo indoors. Unwind that old sweater and use it in artwork. Cut apart old jeans and turn them into skirts. Decorate glass jars and repurpose them as storage for pantry foods and miscellany.

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GROWING UP GREENLessons to Help Lighten Future Footprints

by Hilary Ferrand


Take children to the local dump to identify items that could be recycled or reused. University of Utah research at-tests that half of all U.S. garbage could be recycled. In practice, we settle for about 2 percent. Encourage youngsters to make their opinions known. When a toy’s package is much larger than it needs to be, help them write the maker a letter asking the manufacturer to green their business.

Creating ConcernHelp children become experts. “Kids can inspire their friends and parents to be more environmentally conscious,” advises Dr. Moshe Lewis, chief of physical medicine and rehab at the California Pacific Medical Center, in San Francisco. Surround the family with nature. “Kids are naturally curious. As they learn about the natural habitat of ani-mals, their importance in the ecosys-tem and how beautiful they are, they develop an appreciation for the diverse flora and fauna species on Earth,”

says Lewis. Barbara Smith started the Bow Wow Meow Kids Club at the Almost Home humane shelter, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, so that more children could visit the animals. “Volunteering at the shelter has more benefits for kids than just playing with cats and dogs,” says Smith. “It teaches how to be kind, how to earn trust and try to heal. It teaches them to be humane.” Involve kids in choosing good food. “I like to produce some food at home so we can lessen our footprints a bit more,” says Marsh. Two of her children help care for the family’s quails and collect eggs. The third creates cartoons about the downside of factory farms.

Tough TalkingEnvironmental challenges can appear daunting, and may make children feel fearful or even guilty that they can’t help. A parent can help calm their nerves, offer constructive perspective and help them feel like part of the solution. “Keep the tone of conversation

on possibilities, rather than impend-ing doom,” counsels Licensed Mental Health Counselor Brooke Randolph, of Indianapolis, Indiana. “Focus on what could happen, instead of what will.” Look for the positives. “A single choice is not causing global warming or the extinction of a species; rather, it is a build-up of several choices, made by many people, over and over again.” Talk about current incremental changes that are helping. Make doable, Earth-friendly goals and act together to make a difference. “No matter how small it is,” says Ran-dolph, “if children feel they are doing something positive, they can feel more in control.” Finally, encourage self-expression. “For kids, being able to verbalize or express their feelings is critical,” says Lewis. “Sometimes, this requires more than just talk therapy. I have found that art and other creative expressions are a way to work through various emotions.”

Hilary Ferrand is a freelance writer in Fort Dodge, Iowa.


Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies by Dr. Lauri Grossman

For many, spring brings joy via outdoor activities amid blossom-ing flowers and blooming trees, as

they visit parks, hike through meadows and jog along roads in the warming air. For millions of allergy sufferers, however, the attendant airborne pollen brings bedeviling sneezes, congestion, teary eyes and runny noses. Hay fever alone, which affects 35 million Ameri-cans, shuts many of us indoors. Before resorting to such an extreme measure, try controlling allergic reactions using some of these simple suggestions. The Mayo Clinic recommends that we begin by reducing exposure to al-lergy triggers:n Stay indoors on dry, windy days and

early mornings, when pollen counts are high. The best time to be outside is after a good rain, which helps clear pollen from the air.

n Remove clothes previously worn out-side. Immediately after coming inside, shower thoroughly to rinse off pollen.

n Don’t hang laundry outside, because

pollen may stick to it, especially sheets and towels.

n Keep indoor air as clean as possible by turning on the air conditioner in both the house and car, and use high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters, especially in the bedroom; most cost less than $100. Make sure the vacuum cleaner has a HEPA filter, too. Keep indoor air comfortably dry with a dehumidifier.

For those that love being out-doors, several natural remedies can help. Dr. Roger Morrison, a holistic physician in Point Richmond, California, likes targeted, widely available, over-the-counter homeopathic medicines. Carefully read labels to match specific symptoms with those noted on indi-vidual remedies. For example, for a badly dripping nose, Allium cepa may be the most helpful remedy. It helps lessen nasal discharge, plus reduce sneezing and congestive headaches that can accom-pany allergies.

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If allergy symptoms center around the eyes, causing itching, burning, redness and tears, then homeopathic Euphrasia is a better choice. If night-time post-nasal drainage leads to coughing upon waking, Euphrasia can help, as well. Pulsatilla helps people whose aller-gies are worse when they enter a warm room or feel congested when they lie down at night. Homeopathic remedies generally are available for less than $10. If symp-toms don’t improve in three days, stop and try a different homeopathic remedy. Homeopathic practitioner Dr. Greg Meyer, in Phoenix, Arizona, says that many of his patients benefit from taking herbs and other natural supplements, and one of the most effective for hay fever is Urtica dioica (stinging nettles). Studies reported in Planta Medica: Journal of Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Research, showed that after one week, nearly two-thirds of the par-ticipants taking two 300 milligram (mg) capsules of freeze-dried nettles experi-enced decreased sneezing and itching.

Dr. Andrew Weil, of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, in Tucson, rec-ommends taking 250 mg of freeze-dried nettles extract every two to four hours until symptoms subside. Quercitin is another useful herb. By preventing release of histamine, it also works to lessen the sneezing and itching that accompany allergies. Take 400 mg twice a day before meals. Diana Danna, an integrative nurse practitioner in Staten Island, New York, suggests the age-old remedy of a neti pot to relieve congested nasal passage-ways. It may take a bit of practice, but she’s seen how rinsing the sinuses with a warm saltwater solution can reduce congestion and make breathing easier. An over-the-counter squeeze bottle can substitute for a neti pot, as can NeilMed Sinus Rinse. Danna suggests rinsing twice a day for best results. Simple dietary modifications often yield promising results, as well. Stick to non-mucous-producing foods and eat more foods that give a boost to the body’s natural immune system. Whole grains, fruits and vegetables and raw

nuts and seeds fit both categories, as do lean proteins like fresh fish and organic meats. Drinking plenty of clean water flushes the system and thins secretions. Foods that tend to cause the most prob-lems for allergy sufferers include dairy products, fried and processed foods and refined sugars and flours. Adding essential fatty acids to a diet has benefits beyond allergy relief. In my own practice, I’ve seen how pa-tients that take one to two tablespoons of flaxseed oil or three grams of fish oil during the spring months breathe more easily when outdoors. They also delight in healthier looking skin, shinier hair and harder nails. Trying these approaches may well turn spring into a favorite time of year for everyone.

Lauri Grossman, a doctor of chiropractic and certified classical homeopath, practices in Manhattan, NY. She also chairs the American Medical College of Homeopathy’s department of humanism, in Phoenix, AZ. Learn more at amcofh.org and HomeopathyCafe.com.


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Most of us regularly discard food items—week-old cooked pasta, stale cereal, half a loaf

of moldy bread, suspicious leftovers and other foods we fail to eat before they perish. But consider that the Natu-ral Resources Defense Council (NRDC) reports that 40 percent of all edible food products in the United States—comprising 34 million tons—is wasted each year. Food waste occurs at all levels of the supply chain. Farm fresh fruits and vegetables are often left unharvested because their appearance does not meet aesthetic standards imposed by grocery stores, and pieces bruised or marred during shipping and handling

waste not, want not10 Ways to Reduce Costly Food Waste

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are routinely discarded. Many restau-rants serve supersized portions of food, even though much of it is left on plates when customers leave, and thrown into dumpsters. Plus, many shoppers buy more than they need. With a little care and a more en-lightened system, we could help prevent much of the waste and better address hunger in the United States. Researchers estimate that Americans could feed 25 million people if we collectively reduced our commercial and consumer food waste by just 20 percent. From an environmental standpoint, wasted food equals wasted water, energy and chemicals. Producing, packag-ing and transporting these food items

generate pollution—all for nothing: a zero percent return on our dollars. Food waste represents the single largest component of all municipal solid waste now going into landfills. Although it is biodegradable when properly exposed to sunlight, air and moisture, decompos-ing food releases significant amounts of methane, a heat-trapping greenhouse gas that is more than 20 times more potent than carbon dioxide (CO2). Ten tips make it possible to reduce our “food print”. Shop smarter. Preplan meals for the week, including non-cooking days and leftover days. Make a shopping list and stick to it after inventorying the pantry, fridge and freezer. Buy produce in smaller quantities to use within a few days. Because we tend to overbuy when we’re hungry, don’t walk the aisles with a growling stomach. Organize the refrigerator. Place leftovers at eye level in the fridge, so they are front-and-center anytime someone opens it. When stowing groceries, slide older items to the front. Pay attention to use-by dates and under-stand that food is good for several days beyond a sell-by date. Freeze foods. Many food items will last for months in the freezer in appro-priate storage bags and containers. Share surplus food. For larger dishes such as casseroles and crockpot meals, invite a friend over for supper, deliver a plate to an elderly neighbor or pack leftovers to share with co-workers. Donate extra nonperishable or unspoiled food items to a local soup kitchen, food bank or pantry or home-less shelter.


Store food properly. To maximize food’s edible life, set the fridge between 35 and 38 degrees Fahrenheit and ar-range containers so that air circulates around items; the coldest areas are near the back and bottom of the unit. For fruits and vegetables stored in plastic bags or designated bins or containers, squeeze out air and close tightly to re-duce the damaging effects of exposure to oxygen. Buy ugly fruits and veggies. Grocery stores and markets throw out a substantial volume of vegetables and fruits because their size, shape or color is deemed less than ideal. Purchase produce with cosmetic blemishes to save perfectly good, overlooked food from being discarded as waste. Use soft fruits and wilted vegeta-bles. Soft, overripe fruits can be con-verted to jellies, jams, pies, cobblers, milkshakes and smoothies. Wilted carrots, limp celery, soft tomatoes and droopy broccoli can be chopped up and blended into soups, stews, juices and vegetable stocks. Dish up smaller portions. Smaller portions are healthier and allow left-overs for another meal. Take home a doggie bag. Only about half of restaurant diners take leftovers home. Ask to have unfinished food boxed in a recyclable container, and then enjoy it for lunch or dinner within two days. Compost routinely. If, despite daily best efforts, food waste still oc-curs, recycle it with meal preparation scraps into a nutrient-rich soil amend-ment. Create an outdoor compost heap, or compost cooked and un-cooked meats, food scraps and small bones quickly and without odor in an indoor bokashi bin. “Earth Day—April 22nd—serves as a reminder that each of us must exercise personal responsibility to think globally and act locally as environmen-tal stewards of Earth,” says Kathleen Rogers, president of Earth Day Net-work. “Reducing food waste is another way of being part of the solution.”

Amber Lanier Nagle is a freelance writer specializing in how-to articles pertaining to Southern culture, healthy living and the environment.

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Newest FindingsThe researchers theorized that organic compounds called phytoncides, pro-duced by trees and other plants as a pro-tection from disease, insects and fungus, were also producing beneficial natural killer cells in people in the forests. In a study that exposed participants to phyt-oncides via aromatic oils fed through a humidifier in a hotel room, the research-ers found similar increases in NK levels. A 2011 study by Nippon Medi-cal School’s department of hygiene and public health showed that the resulting increase in NK cells lasted for 30 days. They concluded that a monthly walk in the woods could help people maintain a higher level of protective NK activity and perhaps even have a preventive effect on cancer generation and progression. Qing Li, Ph.D., the assistant profes-sor leading several of these studies, sug-gests that dense forest areas are more effective at boosting immunity than city parks and gardens. He also reports that phytoncide concentrations increase during summer growing seasons and decrease during the winter, although they are still present in tree trunks even when the trees are deciduous. Li further suggests that walks in the woods should be conducted at a leisurely pace. For stress reduction, he suggests four hours of walking, cov-ering a generous 3 miles, or 2 hours walking about 1.5 miles. For cancer-protecting effects, he suggests regularly spending three days and two nights in a forested area. “Carry water and drink when you’re thirsty,” says Li. “Find a place that pleases you and sit and enjoy the scenery.” He adds that relaxing in a hot tub or spa counts as a perfect end to a day of forest bathing. Li foresees a future in which patients diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension may receive a forest bathing prescription, but counsels that shinrin-yoku is consid-ered preventive, rather than therapeu-tic, medicine.

Enhancing Nature’s PowerEcopsychologist Michael Cohen, Ph.D., executive director of Project NatureConnect, adds, “If you want to increase the healing effect of being in nature, it helps to change the way you think and feel about connecting with it.” He has students repeat the word ‘unity’ as they encounter natural attractions—be it a tree, bird, brook or breeze—until they feel that they

Go PreparedProtect and comfort your feet when traversing forest paths and trails by switching to an off-road shoe, hiking shoe or boot, because the sole will grip un-even surfaces better. If weak ankles are a prob-lem or if uneven trails or rocky climbing are on tap, select high-top models. Wear them around town before heading into the woods, and always take along moleskin or special-ty blister band-aids and thicker or thinner socks to aid any hot spots or blisters. Note: A moisture-wicking synthetic sock prevents blisters better than an organic cotton or cotton blend sock.

are part of nature, not separate… part of the healing wisdom of the planet. More, he states, “Sharing helps solidify the experience and opens you to greater personal healing.”

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Good for the Environment“Our goal was to reduce our carbon paw print,” says Dave Dickinson, interim director of Sacramento County Animal Care, regarding the California capital’s LEED Gold-certified shelter. “The Silicon Valley architect incorporat-ed natural light, a beneficial air circula-tion system and numerous energy- and resource-saving elements to create an extraordinary environment for both the animals and employees.”

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The LEED rating system, developed by the nonprofit U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), signifies levels of silver, gold or platinum status, based on eco-business practices. Swatt | Miers Architects chose polished concrete for the Sacramento shelter floors. “Tile is nice, but grout harbors bacteria,” says George Miers, a principal of the firm. “Concrete is a sustainable material and when sealed, can withstand a lot of mopping. We used a local quarry for

materials.” At least 10 percent of the building materials were sourced within 500 miles of the site and the project contains more than 10 percent pre- and post-consumer recycled content.

Good for the Animals“Use of natural light reduces the cost of electricity,” explains Dr. Amber Ander-sen, a Los Angeles-based veterinarian. “Lights can be programmed to dim gradually and provide the animals with a regular sleep cycle. It’s stressful for them to be in bright light all the time.” In addition, strategic placement of the dog runs and decorative potted plants to block their view of one an-other tends to reduce canine stress and barking. “Calmer dogs are more likely to be adopted,” Andersen notes. The facility operates a similar homey setup for cats with room to run around, climb carpeted furnishings and play. In Denver, Colorado, a new LEED Platinum-certified, 36,000-square-foot shelter is twice the size of the former facility. Particular attention was paid to air circulation to help prevent the spread of canine flu, kennel cough and staph infections, and to maintain a healthy operating room while regulating temperatures throughout the facility. “The city of Denver consistently chose the best options for the animals and the environment, while being mindful of the budget,” remarks Scott Jones, of Denver’s Air Purification Com-pany. “This is the benchmark for future designs; on a larger scale, this model can be used for hospitals.”

Good for BusinessThe Plano, Texas, animal shelter, which was due for a comprehensive remodel-ing, is now LEED Silver certified. “We learned that the addition of a new wing could be done according to LEED standards, but we also had to make im-provements to the existing structure, so that the entire building was improved,” says Melinda Haggerty, the city’s sus-tainability and communications coordi-nator. “This was a learning experience on all levels. We saw firsthand that you don’t need to sacrifice aesthetics for function. You can have a comfortable place to work while saving money.” The USGBC reports that build-

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City managers are realizing that going green is the right thing to do. In many areas, new municipal construction is required to be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified to reduce operating costs, conserve resources and provide a healthier work environment. Older municipal build-ings slated for remodeling also can be transformed. Buildings may even quality for incentives from local utilities in some states. As a result, animal shelters are now joining the move to green.

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ings of all types consume an average of 72 percent of the electricity generated worldwide. That can be reduced by 24 to 50 percent with green building prac-tices. “It’s always important to empha-size the return on investment. It might cost a bit more on the front end, but the benefits far outweigh the costs,” Hagger-ty advises. “Reduced energy costs, better water usage and healthy air quality contribute to a comfortable work space. Employees have pride in the facility, and that makes them more productive.” In Middletown, Rhode Island, Christie Smith, executive director of the Potter League for Animals, remarks that after their old building was demolished, 75 per cent of the materials were re-cycled, repurposed or reused. Their new, LEED Gold-certified animal shelter was the first in the nation to be certified.

Bringing Benefits to Life“There’s a conceptual moment when the dream comes together as a design idea. From that moment on, the ques-tion is: How much of the dream can you keep?” queries Myers. “These cities made LEED a priority, even when animal control projects may be at the bottom of the list. They recognize the synergy between caring for animals and caring about the planet; green design underscores the caring.”

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the pair went on to conclude that consuming whole, plant-based foods offers the best strategy for improving health and preventing serious diseases. Other solid science presented in the film comes from Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., whose 150 scientific articles complement the 1995 publica-tion of his peer-acclaimed book, Pre-vent and Reverse Heart Disease, which summarizes the results of his long-term research on arresting and revers-ing coronary artery disease through nutrition. In his two decades of global research, Esselstyn, who directs the cardiovascular prevention and rever-sal program at the Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute, found that wherever people ate a plant-based diet, cancer and cardiovascular diseases were rare. In many of the case histories and personal stories chronicled in

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Forks Over Knives, diet was used as a treatment for various diseases and cited as being more effective than prescription drugs. Anthony Yen and Evelyn Oswick, for example, attest how their lives were saved by switch-ing to a whole-foods, plant-based diet after a lifetime of illness that included multiple heart attacks and surgeries, as well as chronic chest pain. Treatment under the care of Esselstyn succeeded in reversing advanced-stage heart dis-ease in both cases. Today, they enjoy active lives full of friends, family and meaningful work. Social media channels such as Facebook have been vital to spreading the word about the effective solutions presented by the Forks Over Knives film and companion book (complete with recipes). Wendel reports inspiring posts such as, “Your film changed my life,” or “I no longer require diabetes medica-tion.” Potential savings in costs to people and the planet are vast. Con-sider, for instance, that according to the Polytechnic Institute of New York University, if the entire U.S. popula-tion were to adopt a plant-based diet

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also discovering that our doctor often doesn’t have a magic pill that can heal our pain and illness. Additionally, the realization that our booming industrial, chemical and agricultural advancements have actually produced many negative effects on the overall health of our bodies and environment looms before us like a massive hurdle to overcome. The signs show up in our culture everywhere—from our youth self-medicating with illegal drugs to our elderly faced with pharmaceutical bills that easily exceed a thousand dollars per month.

Yet, Americans are responding. There is an ancient proverb thatsays, “When the student is ready, the master appears.” Research dataclaiming that vitamin and herbal supplements have become a $15 billion a year industry along with statistics that show 4 out of 10 Americans are using alternative and complementary healthcare is a strong indication that we are ready. We are ready to learn more. We are ready to take responsibility for our own health. We are reawakening to the knowledge that appropriate nutrition, invigorating physical fitness, and peaceful relaxation integrated with conventional medicine as practiced in the U.S. is sound advice.

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12 GlossaryAcupressure: Based on the same sys-tem as acupuncture, but fingers and hands are used, instead of stimulation with needles, in order to restore the balanced flow of the body’s life en-ergy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). This force moves through the body along 12 energy pathways, or me-ridians, which practitioners unblock and strengthen. Common styles of acupressure include Jin Shin, which gently holds at least two points at once for a minute or more, and Shi-atsu, which applies firm pressure to each point for three to five seconds.

Acupuncture: An ancient Oriental technique that stimulates the body’s ability to sustain and balance itself, based on the theory that an electro-magnetic life-force (qi or chi, pro-nounced “chee”) is channeled in a continuous flow throughout the body via a network of ‘meridians.’ Disease is understood as an imbalance in the meridian system.

Diagnosis of an imbalance is made by “reading” the pulse, face, tongue and body energy. To correct it, a practitioner inserts acupuncture needles at specific points along the meridians to stimulate or disperse the flow of life-force. Acupuncture principles include the yin and yang polarities and the associations of the five elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood with bodily organs.

Alexander Technique: A system of re-educating the body and mind to support and facilitate proper posture and ease of movement. Through gen-tle manual guidance, accompanied by verbal directions, the Alexander teacher coaches the student to be-come aware of unnecessary tension and to unlearn longstanding patterns of movement. The Alexander Tech-nique is an established method for helping to improve chronic condi-tions such as back, shoulder or neck pain, nervous tension, poor coor-dination, breathing problems and vocal strain. It is frequently used by athletes and performing artists to im-prove performance level.

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Ayurveda: The oldest medical system known to man and a comprehensive spiritual teaching practiced in India for 4,000 years. It focuses on achiev-ing and maintaining perfect health via the balance of the elements air, fire and water (illness is considered an excess of any element). A patient’s body type, determined according to ayurvedic principles, is the basis for individualized dietary regimens and other preventive therapeutic interven-tions. Ayurvedic prescriptions might include purification procedures for the restoration of biological rhythms; experience of expanded conscious-ness through meditation; nutritional counseling; stress reduction; enhanc-ing neuromuscular conditions; and behavioral modification.

Bioenergetics: A psychotherapy that works through the body to engage the emotions. Performing specified postures and exercises causes the release of layers of chronic muscular tension and defensiveness, termed “body armor.” The unlocking of feel-ings creates the opportunity for un-derstanding and integrating them.

Biofeedback: A relaxation technique that monitors internal body states and is used especially for stress-related conditions such as asthma, migraines, insomnia and high blood pressure. During biofeedback, pa-tients monitor minute metabolic changes (e.g., temperature, heart rate and muscle tension), with the aid of sensitive machines. By consciously thinking, visualizing, moving, relax-ing, etc., they learn which activities produce desirable changes in the in-ternal processes being monitored.

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Colon therapy: An internal bath that washes away old toxic waste accu-mulated along the walls of the colon. It is administered with pressurized water by a professional using special equipment. One colonic irrigation is the equivalent of approximately four to six enemas and cleans out matter that collects in the pockets and kinks of the colon. The treatment is used as both a corrective process and for pre-vention of disease. Colonics are used for ailments such as constipation, psoriasis, acne, allergies, headaches and the common cold.

Counseling/Psychotherapy: These terms encompass a broad range of practitioners, from career counselors, who offer advice and information, to psychotherapists, who treat depres-sion, stress, addiction and emotional issues. Formats can vary from indi-vidual counseling to group therapy. In addition to verbal counseling tech-niques, some holistic therapists may use bodywork, ritual, energy healing and other alternative modalities as part of their practice.

Craniosacral therapy (CST): A man-ual therapeutic procedure to remedy distortions in the structure and func-tion of the craniosacral mechanism—the brain and spinal cord, the bones of the skull, the sacrum and inter-connected membranes. Craniosacral work is based upon two major prem-ises: that the bones of the skull can be manipulated, because they never completely fuse; and that the pulse of the cerebrospinal fluid can be bal-anced by a practitioner trained to detect variations in that pulse. CST is used to treat chronic pain, migraine headaches, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), ear and eye problems, balance problems, learning difficul-ties, dyslexia and hyperactivity.

Dance/movement therapy: A method of expressing thoughts and feelings through movement, developed dur-ing the 1940s. Participants, guided by trained therapists, are encouraged to move freely, sometimes to music. Dance/movement therapy can be practiced by people of all ages to promote self-esteem and gain insight into their own emotional problems, but is also used to help those with serious mental and physical disabili-ties. In wide use in the United States, this modality is becoming established around the world.

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BRAIN BALANCE OF GREENVILLE2531 Woodruff Rd. Ste #113864-329-9933•Simpsonvillewww.BrainBalanceCenters.com

Helping children with AD/HD, Autism/Asperger’s syndrome, Dyslexia and learning disabilities. We do sensory, motor and aca-demic work individualized to each child’s deficits. See ad, page 17.

LEARNING RX864-627-9192•Greenville

www.LearningRx.com/GreenvilleLearningRx makes finding the solution to your child’s learn-ing struggles simple.

Schedule a cognitive skills test to discover the an-swer. The problem can be fixed. See ad, page 25.

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LIVE SIMPLY CARDS & GIFTS(Web-based Business Only)www.LiveSimplyCardsAndGifts.com

Send out a personalized and memo-rable card and gift without leaving home. Save gas, time and money. Our convenient system lets you send that special card and gift without the hassle of pen, paper, stamps, enve-lopes, packaging or mailboxes. We do it all for you. Sending a card has never been so easy!

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CARE FOR MOMSusan Breisch LCCE, CDP864-459-3289•Greenvillewww.CareForMomDoula.com

Dispelling fears, answering questions and encouraging women to listen to their instincts, is our specialty. For childbirth education classes and postpartum doula support, call Susan today.

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DR. CYNTHIA HORNERCHIROPRACTOR

11-D Barkingham Ln.864-458-8082•Greenvillewww.DrCynthiaHorner.com

Experienced with preg-nant women, infants, children and families. We educate, motivate and support families to better health through gentle chiropractic, cranial sacral therapy, massage and workshops on vari-

ous health topics. See ad, page 52.

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BOURG CHIROPRACTIC 9 Mckenna Commons Ct.E. North St. @ Mitchell Rd. 864-292-3291•Greenvillewww.GreenvilleChiropractors.net

Serving the Upstate since 1983. Exceptional results! We offer state-of-the-art gentle techniques and therapies. NA Mag Reader Special - consultation, exam and scans for $50. See ad, page 57.

FRANZ FAMILY SPINAL CARE 205 Bryce Ct.

(off Woodruff Rd in Woodruff Place)864-987-5995•Simpsonvillewww.FranzFamilySpinalCare.com

A health and wellness center focusing on providing the NUC-CA procedure for the whole family. Long term relief with none of the cracking or popping;

all adjustments done by hand. The only NUCCA practitioners in the Upstate. Also provides whole food supplementation, nutritional testing, weight loss programs, and more. See ad, page 46.

WICKISER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

122 E. Beltline Blvd.(Behind Grady’s Great Outdoors)864-226-8868•Andersonwww.WickiserFamilyChiro.com

Focusing on quality chiropractic care for the entire family. We also provide nutritional counsel-ing, muscle and soft tissue reha-bilitation, and Exercise With Oxygen Therapy (EWOT). See ad, page 53.

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LIFE COACHING INSTITUTEDianne Greyerbiehl & Certified Coaches25 Woods Lake Rd. Ste. 207864-282-8989•Greenvillewww.LifeCoachingInstitute.net

Coaching creates easy, posi-tive, powerful change from the inside out using proven tools and methods. Our certi-fied life coaches help you discover the power to man-age change in your life. See ad, page 19.


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that clutter drains both physical and mental energy. Decluttering involves two components. The first focuses on releasing things (clothing, papers, furniture, objects and ideas) that no longer serve a good purpose in one’s life. The second focuses on creating a simple system of personal organi-zation that is easy to maintain and guards against accumulating things that are neither necessary or nourish-ing.

Dentistry (Holistic): Regards the mouth as a microcosm of the entire body. The oral structures and the whole body are seen as a unit. Holis-tic dentistry often incorporates such methods as homeopathy, biocompat-ibility testing and nutritional counsel-ing. Most holistic dentists emphasize wellness and preventive care, while avoiding (and often recommending the removal of) silver-mercury fill-ings.

Detoxification: The practice of rest-ing, cleansing and nourishing the body from the inside out. According to some holistic practitioners, accu-mulated toxins can drain the body of energy and make it more susceptible

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BRIDGE TO WELLNESS, LLC 607 NE Main St.

864-963-4466•Simpsonvillewww.yourBridge2Wellness.com

Angela Toplovich, certified colon hydrotherapist offers detox ser-vices that include ionic footbath, thermotherapy (Bio Mat), and ear-candling. Lighten your toxic load! See ad, page 15.

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UPSTATE HEALTHCARE SERVICES

4472 Liberty Hwy.864-332-0783•Andersonwww.UpstateHealthCareServices.com

No need to lose time away from work and daily life: we are here for you. Let us use our com-prehensive resource center to find the best plan for you and the aging person in your life, now or in the future. See ad, this page.

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CUSTOM-MED PHARMACYJohn Holland, Pharm.D.

838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. D864-855-2323•Easley

Specializing i n c u s t o m compound-ing, including thyroid medi-

cation, bio-identical hormone replacement, pediat-rics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 29.

PHARMACY INNOVATIONSTravis Oliver, PharmD, RPH

620 Congaree Rd., Ste. F864-241-0477•Greenville

We help solve problems for patients and practitioners with custom medications for indi-vidualized care. We provide for the entire family, pets are some of our favorite patients as well! See ad, page 4.


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to disease. Detoxification techniques may include fasts, special diets, sau-na sweats and colon cleansing.

Doula: A woman who supports an expectant mother through pregnan-cy, labor, birth and the postpartum period. Studies indicate that support in labor has profound benefits, in-cluding shorter labor, less desire for pain medication, lower rate of Cae-sarian delivery and more ease in ini-tiation of breast feeding. Fathers have reported that they were more relaxed with a doula present because they felt reassured, and therefore freer to support their mates.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): A self-help procedure founded by Gary Craig that combines finger-tip tapping of key acupuncture me-ridian points while focusing on an emotional issue or health challenge. Unresolved, or ‘stuck,’ negative emo-tions, caused by a disruption in the body’s energy system, are seen as major contributors to most physical pains and diseases. These can remain stagnant and trapped until released by the tapping. EFT is easy to memo-rize and portable, so it can be done anywhere.

SKRIP SHOPPEJim Greene, R. Ph.

405 W. Poinsett St.864-879-2325•Greerwww.SkripShoppePharmacy.com

We compound (create) individ-ualized medicines for your unique needs, perfectly suited to your body. We also offer natural medicines, vitamins and herbs. Locally owned and operated since 1982. Visit our website for a 10% off coupon. See ad, page 23.

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SOCIAL SAVVY PRSharon Hadden, Communications Consultant864-363-0960www.SocialSavvyPR.org

Start building your business with online branding today! Specializing in strategy and management of social media assets like Facebook and Twit-ter. Let’s discuss how effective

social media marketing and communication can develop your business or organization.

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GREENVILLE GET HEALTHY Al & Joanne Brillant864-228-8486www.GreenvilleGetHealthy.com

Vegan Culinary Workshops; Come learn how to prepare Raw and Cooked Vegan foods. Delicious recipes from Appe-tizers to Desserts created to delight the palate.

counseling services

AN INNER VIEWChristine Dowling, MSW, LISW-CP

Counseling Services, LLC3113 Hwy 153864-420-9260•Piedmont

A psychotherapy practice that inte-grates mind, body and insight-ori-ented approaches to address issues such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, past trauma, and relationship conflicts. See ad, page 36.

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Energy field work: The art and prac-tice of realigning and re-attuning the body between the physical and the etheric and auric fields to assist in natural healing processes. Work-ing directly with the energy field in and around the body, the practitio-ner channels and directs energy into the cells, tissues and organs of the patient’s body to effect healing on physical and nonphysical levels si-multaneously. Sessions may or may not involve the physical laying on of hands.

Enzyme therapy: Can be an impor-tant first step in restoring health and well-being by helping to remedy digestive problems. Plant and pan-creatic enzymes are used in comple-mentary ways to improve digestion and absorption of essential nutrients. Treatment includes enzyme supple-ments, coupled with a healthy diet that features whole foods.

Feng shui: The ancient Chinese sys-tem of arranging manmade spaces and elements to create or facilitate harmonious qi or chi (pronounced “chee”), or energy flow, by tempering or enhancing the energy where nec-essary. Feng shui consultants can be an asset to both personal and busi-ness spaces, either before or after the spaces are created.

Flower remedies: Flower essences are recognized for their ability to improve well-being by eliminating negative emotions. In the 1930s, English physician Edward Bach con-

counseling services

WORK IN PROGRESS THERAPYHelen Tracy Parnell, M.A.LPC108-B Clair Drive483-1447•Piedmontwww.WorkInProgressTherapy.com

Let’s work together to get to the ROOT of the issues that are hold-ing you back from being your best self! See ad, page 53.

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SYNERGY THERAPIES STRESS MANAGEMENTJan Meeks, LMT #6463, CBS 775 Senate Parkway864-617-7225•Andersonwww.Stress.MassageTherapy.com

We offer a variety of stress man-agement tools to restore balance for the mind and body, such as Craniosacral and Visceral Ther-apy, Energetic Biofeedback for stress reduction, Reconnective Healing™, based on the work of

Dr. Eric Pearl, and traditional massage therapy. Call today and find out which therapy is right for you!

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PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY

Dr. John Palmer301 The Parkway Ste. B864-879-6494 - Greerwww.PalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest stan-dards of biocompati-ble dentistry as de-

fined by the (IAOMT) International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. One-visit-crowns, Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy, Ozone Thera-py, fluoride-free office; amalgam-safe since 1995. See ad, page 62.

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DOULA DU JOUR@ CAROLINA WATERBIRTH

915 South St.864-735-7270•[email protected]

Support for your pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Full and on-call services provided. A division of Carolina WaterBirth. See ad, page 50.

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GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTERLindsey Holder, Esthetician1901 Laurens Rd. Ste. E864-370-1140•Greenvillewww.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Lindsey brings her interest in organic products and passion for educating clients on proper skin care practice to the Greenville Natural Health Center. New cli-ents: Mention this ad and your 1st signature facial is only $38! See ad, page 8.

NU AURA SKIN SPA & SALON732 S. Main St.(Upper level @ Amer. Grocery)864-288-7700•Greenvillewww.NuAuraSpaSalon.com

Go Green! We feature Pevonia Botanica skincare products and in-spa treatments, whose natural marine and botanical ingredients deliver healthy, radiant and youthful skin.

RASPBERRY MOON SKIN THERAPYNicole Martin1211D Laurens Rd.864-271-2710•Greenvillewww.RaspberryMoonST.com

Waxing from head to toe and everything in be-tween! We specialize in hard wax for all of your sensitive areas. No scream cream sold here! Mention NA and receive

a complimentary brow shaping with any facial or bikini wax. ($15 value) Find us on Facebook.com/RaspberryMoon.

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DENVER DOWNS FARM MARKET4919 Clemson Blvd.(Corner of Clemson Blvd. and Lakeside Rd.)864-222-2050•Andersonwww.DenverDownsFarm.com

We offer the freshest locally grown produce at our farm market, Monday-Friday 9am-6pm and Saturday, 9am-4pm. Come experience fun, family farm activities at our fall corn maze and pumpkin patch.

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LIVE OAK FARMS230 Sam Davis Rd.864-991-9839•Woodruffwww.LiveOakFarmsLLC.com

Certified Naturally Grown 80-acre farm specializing in heritage breeds. Ani-mals and vegetables raised according to Certi-

fied Naturally Grown standards. No growth hor-mones or antibiotics. See ad, inside back cover.

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FINE REDESIGNSMichele Senac, CFSPRedesign/Feng Shui Certified864-631-9335www.FineRedesigns.com

Have a beautiful home or office without spending a lot! Using your existing furniture, artwork and ac-cessories, I can create a harmonious space through the art of Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. See ad, page 35.

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THE WESTSIDE CLUB501 Willis Rd.864-587-7106•Spartanburgwww.TheWestsideClub.com

Celebrating 17 years of service. Leading family fitness center offering personal training, group fitness, kids fitness, racquetball courts, tennis courts, outdoor pool, summer and winter camps.


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Functional medicine: A personalized medicine that focuses on primary prevention and deals with underlying causes, instead of symptoms, for seri-ous chronic diseases. Treatments are grounded in nutrition and improved lifestyle habits and may make use of medications. The discipline uses a holistic approach to analyze and treat interdependent systems of the body and to create the dynamic bal-ance integral to good health.

Guided imagery and creative visual-ization: Uses positive thoughts, im-ages and symbols to focus the mind on the workings of the body to ac-complish a particular goal, desired outcome or physiological change, such as pain relief or healing of dis-ease. This flow of thought can take many forms and involve, through the imagination, all the physical senses. Imagination is an important element of the visualization process; it helps create a mental picture of what is desired in order to transform life cir-cumstances.

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ENHANCED LIVING CHIROPRACTICNina kennedy, DC and Carrie Nicholas, DC

140 Sage Creek Way864-848-0640•Greerwww.EnhancedLivingChiro.com

We use a variety of unique treatments like Sacro-Occipital Tech-nique (www.SORSI.com) to balance the body’s nervous system, exercise rehab to main-

tain that balance, and functional medicine to jump start sluggish systems. Free consultations and gentle care for your entire family. See ad, page 30.

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ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTERAlice Caston, Cosmetologist101 College St.864-963-2882•Simpsonvillewww.NaturalFarmacy.net

Over 20 years experience in Li-censed Cosmetology. We special-ize in multicultural hair care, color, facials, and waxing ser-vices. We now offer a chemical-free hair straightening program. Free consultations.

HEADQUARTERS DAY SPA AND SALON3 East Park Avenue864-233-1891•Greenvillewww.HeadquartersDaySpa.com

Offering Organic Hair Services using the Or-ganic Systems hair color, t e x t u r e w a v e s , a n d straightening. Our retail organic hair care products help our clients maintain

the services they have received. We also offer pre-planned and custom spa package services. See ad, page 47.

NANCY LEE’S HAIR ARTNancy L. Minix, MC, BS, RA – 20+yrs Exp.

Operating at 3318 Brushy Creek Rd.864-320-2359•Greer

More than hair care. Natural/organic/ammonia-free color and products. Formaldehyde-free keratin treatments. Aromather-apy consultations and personal-ized products. ION footbath detox. See ad, page 33.


Featuring Or-ganic Color Sys-tems- containing certified organic extracts and nat-ural ingredients,

free of ammonia. Cruelty free and Vegan. Beautiful shine and healthier hair!


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Healing touch: A non-invasive, relax-ing and nurturing energy therapy that helps to restore physical, emotional, mental and spiritual balance and support self-healing. A gentle touch is used on or near the fully-clothed client to influence the body’s inner energy centers and exterior energy fields. Healing touch is used to ease acute and chronic conditions, as-sist with pain management, encour-age deep relaxation and accelerate wound healing.

Herbal medicine: This oldest form of medicine uses natural plants in a wide variety of forms for their thera-peutic value. Herbs produce and contain various chemical substances that act upon the body to strengthen its natural functions without the neg-ative side effects of synthetic drugs. They may be taken internally or ap-plied externally via teas, tinctures, extracts, oils, ointments, compresses and poultices.Homeopathy: A therapy that uses small doses of specially prepared plants and minerals to stimulate the body’s defense mechanisms and healing processes in order to cure illness. Homeopathy, taken from the Greek words homeos, meaning “sim-ilar,” and pathos, meaning “suffer-ing,” employs the concept that “like cures like.” A remedy is individually chosen for a person based on its ca-pacity to cause, if given in an over-dose, physical and psychological symptoms similar to those the patient is experiencing.

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OXYGEN HAIR STUDIOMarla Rosenberg, Owner/Stylist1018 S. Batesville Rd.864-968-0200•Greer

Chicago and European trained. Certified master colorist. Hair design, hair care, and creative

consultation specialist. Natural, organic, and Euro-pean hair products available. Open Tuesday thru Saturday. Credit cards accepted. See ad, page 56.

THREADZ WEAVE SALONTakesha Sales, Owner

1607 Laurens Rd.864-329-6525•Greenvillewww.threadZsalon.com

Full service salon, specializing in hair extensions. Our passion is to provides a swift and courteous hair extension experience at an afford-able price. Free consultations and private appointments for clients experiencing hair loss.

WISTERIA SALON AVEDA SPA 2 locations in Greenville864-331-3333www.WisteriaSalonSpa.com

We offer a full menu of salon and spa services supporting your per-sonal lifestyle, inspir-ing personal growth

and enhancing spiritual balance along the way. See ad, page 52.

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ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTER

Bobby Caston, Preventive Health Consultant101 College St.864-963-2882•Simpsonvillewww.NaturalFarmacy.net

We offer health/wellness programs and natural products that are effec-tive. We also carry many name-brand vitamins and supplements at affordable prices. Exclusively, we offer Oxy-Ionic Water, an alkaline ionized water that supports wellness in many specific ways. Free consul-tations. See ad, page 20.

EARTH FARE − THE HEALTHY SUPERMARKET3620 Pelham Rd.864-527-4220•Greenvillewww.EarthFare.com

Earth Fare offers a fantastic selection of products includ-ing local organic produce, naturally-

raised meats, seafood, supplements, natural beauty products, and an eat-in café, deli, and juice bar. Check out our event calendar for upcoming happen-ings.

HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES104 E. North 1st St.864-885-9424•[email protected]

We offer a full line of nutritional supplements, herbs, homeopathic remedies, detoxs, women’s health and beauty and sports nutrition products. Local honey, natural foods and some raw food prod-ucts available. Special orders are welcome.


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steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treat-ments include full-body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, co-lonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hy-drotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used at home as part of a self-care program.

Integrative medicine: This holistic approach combines conventional Western medicine with complemen-tary alternative treatments, in order to simultaneously treat mind, body and spirit. Geared to the promotion of health and the prevention of illness, it neither rejects conventional medi-cine nor accepts alternative thera-pies, without serious evaluation.

Kinesiology/applied kinesiology: The study of muscles and their move-ment. Applied kinesiology tests the relative strength and weakness of se-lected muscles to identify decreased function in body organs and systems, as well as imbalances and restrictions in the body’s energy flow. Some tests use acupuncture meridians and oth-ers analyze interrelationships among muscles, organs, the brain and the body’s energy field. Applied kinesiol-ogy is also used to check the body’s response to treatments that are being considered.

Macrobiotics: An Eastern philosophy best known in the West for its dietary principles. Macrobiotic theory pos-its that there is a natural order to all things. By synchronizing our eating habits with the cycles of nature, we can achieve a fuller sense of balance within ourselves and with the world around us. Although not a specific diet, it emphasizes low-fat and high-fiber foods, whole grains, vegetables, sea vegetables and seeds, all cooked in accordance with macrobiotic prin-ciples.

Magnetic field therapy: Electromag-netic energy and the human body have a vital and valid interrelation-ship, making it possible to use mag-netic field therapy as an aid in di-agnosing and treating physical and emotional disorders. This process is reported to relieve symptoms and may, in some cases, retard the cycle

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MARKET FOR LIFEMargaret Griffin2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, #15864-268-9255•Taylors

Natural foods, bulk foods/herbs, nutritional supple-ments, homeopathic reme-dies, books, health and beau-ty aids, pet supplies. We specialize in customer ser-vice! Special orders wel-come.

THE WILD RADISHJody Harris & Gigi Perry

161 Verdin Rd.864-297-1105•Greenvillewww.TheWildRadish.com

Vitamins and women’s products, goat’s milk and cheeses, raw juice and smoothie bar, Sami’s wheat/gluten-free prod-ucts, Webb’s chicken sau-sages, Screamin’ Good

Products, monthly healthy living classes. See ad, page 31.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET1140 Woodruff Rd.864-335-2300•Greenvillewww.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/greenville

Imagine a farmers mar-ket, fresh produce, meats, a fish market, a gourmet shop, a Euro-pean bakery, the corner grocery store, and eat-in

café, all rolled into one. Monthly calendar of events. We want to be your neighborhood super-market. See ad, page 55.

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We offer support for those interested in a Vegan Life-style with Vegan Supper Clubs, Healthy for Life Classes, Culinary Workshops and Individual Coaching.

HomescHool – Fine Arts

ARTIOS ACADEMIES864-420-5179•Serving the [email protected]

A quality fine arts option for homeschoolers de-signed to educate, equip and elevate students through a Biblically-based fine arts program. See ad, page 37.

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M e d i c a l Lab testing is an effec-tive way to

preventing or detecting disease. Allergy, Hormone, Vitamin deficiency, plus 8,000 more tests available. B12 injections, HCG Weight Loss, & Metagenics supplements. See ad, page 3.

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ULTRAVIOLET BLOODTECHNOLOGIES103 Regency Commons Dr.864-434-0294•Greerwww.UBTLife.com

Boost your immune system without medication or chemicals. Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation (UBI) is a tested and proven therapy that is safe and effective for many health problems.

Let UBI light up your life. See ad, back cover.

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A d v a n c e d medical test-ing at a frac-tion of the

traditional cost. No insurance, No problem. No appointment necessary. Wellness testing, DNA Pa-ternity, HRT, Allergy, Cancer, Micronutrient, HIV/STD, plus 8,000 more. See ad, page 3.

ON CALL MEDICALHEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS1740 Woodruff Rd.864-458-9288•Greenvillewww.OnCallMedicalHS.com

Take control of your heal th wi th our c o m p r e h e n s i v e weight loss pro-

gram. We offer wellness programs to detect early warning signs and avoid health problems including natural hormone replacement therapy. See ad, page 43.

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AUSTIN HUgHES, LMBT #7634107 Memorial Dr.

864-260-9292•[email protected]

Three years experience in therapeutic massage. Of-fering Swedish and deep tissue massage and mi-graine relief.


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of new diseases. Magnets and elec-tromagnetic therapy devices are now being used to eliminate pain, facili-tate the healing of broken bones and counter the effects of stress.

Massage therapy: A general term for the manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes. Massage ther-apy incorporates various disciplines and involves kneading, rubbing, brushing and tapping the muscles and connective tissues by hand or us-ing mechanical devices. Its goal is to increase circulation and detoxifica-tion, in order to reduce physical and emotional stress and increase overall wellness.

Meditation: The intentional directing of attention to one’s inner self. Meth-ods and practices to achieve a medi-tative state are based upon various principles using the body or mind and may employ control or letting-go mechanisms. Techniques include the use of imagery, mantras and ob-servation, and the control of breath-ing. Research has shown that regular meditation can contribute to psycho-logical and physiological well-being. As a spiritual practice, meditation is used to facilitate a mystical sense of oneness with a higher power or the Universe. It can also help reduce stress and alleviate stress-related ailments, such as anxiety and high blood pressure.

Midwife: A birth attendant who as-sists a woman through the prenatal, labor, birth and postpartum stages of

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CAROLINA STRUCTURAL ENERGETIC THERAPYGreg Spindler, LMBT #4609107 Memorial Dr.864-877-3500•Greerwww.GregSpindler.com

You don’t have to live with back or neck pain any more. Achieve quick and long-lasting results from acute and chronic pain with Advanced Soft Tissue releases. 90-minute sessions include mus-cle testing, body reading, cranial structure releases, and advanced bodywork. Four treatments pre-paid $390; one session $115.

Contact us today for a free consultation.

EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYMIngrid Harris - LMT #58662110 Augusta St (lower level)864-430-3292•Greenvillewww.EquilibriumZenGym.com

Intuitive massage, massage cup-ping, face lifting and drainage with micro-cups. Cranial Touch, ionic foot detox, and paraffin wax. Manage your stress and pain, as well as rejuvenate your body with my services. See ad, page 51.

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTERNatasha Compton, LMT #75751901 Laurens Rd.864-370-1140•Greenvillewww.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Do you suffer from pain or stress? There are solutions. Mas-sage is one of the best preventa-tive modalities to help promote greater health and well-being. New clients, mention this ad and your 1st massage is only $35! See ad, page 8.

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT MASSAGE THERAPYkellyann Battista, LMBT #61317 Brendan Way864-356-5901•Greenvillewww.MindBodySpiritHealing.MassageTherapy.com

Looking to release muscle tight-ness? Stressed out or anxious? Stress doesn’t go away; it accu-mulates. Relief is just a phone call away. Your first one-hour session is only $45. See ad, page 56.

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COLOR STAR MEDIAPrestine Manderville, Videographer803-378-2146www.ColorStarMedia.com

Are you a rising star? Let Color Star Media help you get the exposure you deserve. Specializing in professional photography and videography that adds more color to your world.

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QUICKWITZ1-888-380-9535www.QuickWitz.com

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to be involved and to feel in control of her birthing experience. Midwives are knowledgeable about normal pregnancy, labor, birth and pain re-lief options. They respect the process of birth as an innate and familiar pro-cess. Certified nurse-midwives are registered nurses who have received advanced training and passed a na-tional certification exam. Nurse-mid-wives collaborate with physicians as needed, especially when problems arise during pregnancy. (Also see Doula.)

Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET): A non-invasive, drug free, natural modality that tests for and eliminate allergies. NAET uses a blend of selective energy balanc-ing, testing and treatment procedures from acupuncture, acupressure, all-opathy, chiropractic, kinesiology and nutritional medicine. One allergen is treated at a time.

Naturopathy: A comprehensive and eclectic system whose philosophy is based upon working in harmo-ny with the body’s natural healing abilities. Naturopathy incorporates a

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Experience more JOY! Fun, dy-namic, beginner and intermediate classes relieve stress and increase awareness, energy, self-confi-dence and well-being. Tradi-tional rhythms on djembe/du-nun.

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HAPPY COW CREAMERY330 Mckelvey Rd.864-243-9699•Pelzerwww.HappyCowCreamery.com

Happy Cow dairy and butter, Wisconsin cheese, raw unfiltered local honey, free-range chickens and

eggs, and Daddy Pete’s organic fertilizer are just a few of the products at our farm store. See ad, page 45.

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NATURES PEARL407-304-6409www.NaturesPearlProducts.com/4Life

Powerful source of Resveratol, Quercetin, Ellagic Acid and OPCs. Inhibits the growth of cancer cells up to 92.6%. Supports healthy immune system, cardiovascular, brain and joint health.

SPECIALIZED NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT302 Jacobs Hwy., Ste. A866-833-4372•Clintonwww.SpecializedNutrition.net

In business since 1997. Offering better health through better nutri-tional chemistry. Nutritional evalu-ation and consulting services for better health and alternatives to drug therapy and support for traditional medical therapy.


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broad range of natural methods and substances aimed to promote health. Training may include the study of specific approaches, including mas-sage, manipulation, acupuncture, acupressure, counseling, applied nutrition, herbal medicine, home-opathy and minor surgery plus basic obstetrics for assistance with natural childbirth.

Network chiropractic: Uses Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), a system of as-sessing and contributing to spinal and neural integrity, as well as health and wellness. Founded and developed by Donald Epstein. Practitioners em-ploy gentle force to the spine to help the body eliminate mechanical ten-sion in the neurological system. The body naturally develops strategies to dissipate stored tension/energy, thus enhancing self-regulation of tension and spinal interference. (Also see Chiropractic.)

Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP): A systematic approach to changing the limiting patterns of thought, behavior and language. Through conversa-tion, practitioners observe the client’s language, eye movements, posture, breathing and gestures, in order to

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Teaching how the nutrients from foods and juicing helps you to achieve and maintain optimal health. Visit our web site for information on our classes.

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LIFE COACHING INSTITUTEInsight Transformation Coaching Certifica-tion Program25 Woods Lake Rd. Ste. 207864-282-8989•Greenvillewww.LifeCoachingInstitute.net

Our ICF Certified Insight Transformation Coaching Cer-tification program trains coaches to provide services to help clients create fulfilling and meaningful options for work and personal life. See ad, page 19.

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EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYMGeorge Gantt, Personal Trainer for Fit-ness and TaiChi2110B Augusta St (lower level)864-419-2596•Greenvillewww.EquilibriumZenGym.com

One-on-One sessions for exer-cise prescriptions, or TaiChi/Qigong lessons. Discover yourself, get motivated and set individual goals with George who will take you to your personal best in weight loss, strength training and balance. See ad, page 51.

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detect and help change unconscious patterns linked to the client’s emo-tional state.

Nutritional counseling: Embracing a wide range of approaches, nutrition-based, complementary therapies and counseling seek to alleviate physical and psychological disorders through special diets and food supplements. These will be either macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins and fi-ber) or micronutrients (vitamins, min-erals and trace elements that cannot be manufactured in the body). Nutri-tional therapy/counseling often uses dietary or food supplements, which can include tablets, capsules, pow-ders or liquids.

Osteopathy/osteopathic physicians: Osteopathy uses generally accepted physical, pharmacological and surgi-cal methods of diagnosis and thera-py, with a strong emphasis on body mechanics and manipulative meth-ods to detect and correct faulty struc-ture and function, in order to restore the body’s natural healing capacities. Doctors of Osteopathy (D.O.) are fully trained and licensed accord-ing to the same standards as medical doctors (M.D.) and receive additional

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RTH THERAPEUTICSJim Prestin, Cert. Reflexologist, LMT #5532

(located@Bridge To Wellness)607 NE Main St. Simpsonville 864-248-7004/864-963-4466

Are you seeking to relax, renew, rejuvenate or care for a recent or chronic condition? Reflexology can help you address these needs. With over 14 yrs. experience, Jim has helped many improve their well being through the soles of their feet.

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SYNCHRONICITY, LLCWendy Van Duyne, RM BCIH

850-C Wade Hampton Blvd. Ste. 1-D864-244-6778•Greenvillewww.SynchronicityHeals.com

Achieve wholeness of mind, body and spirit through Reiki and an integrative natural approach to wellness. Relax, rejuvenate and revive! See ad, page 17.

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SUMMA JOE’SJoe & Summer Fradette127 N Main St.864-965-9030•Anderson

We are proud to use local produce from Polecat Vegetable Farm, Bethel Trails Farm, Split Creek Farm and other local farms when available.

TORTILLA MARIA115 Pelham Rd.864-271-0742•Greenvillewww.TortillaMaria.com

Organic food, the way nature in-tended. Fresh from the earth,

wholesome and beautifully prepared entrees. Plenty of yummy, gluten-free and raw food options. See ad, page 17.

TROPICAL GRILLE(Now in two locations!)864-271-3010•Greenville864-297-3053•Greer

Tropical chops, salads, wraps and sandwiches made with natural ingredients, all for an affordable price. Let us cater your next event for as little as $5 per person!


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Gextensive training in the body’s struc-ture and functions.

Personal fitness trainer: A certified fitness professional who designs fit-ness programs for individuals desir-ing one-on-one training. The goal is to provide optimal fitness results in the privacy of one’s home or at an-other location, such as a club or of-fice.

Pilates: A structured system of small isolated movements that demands powerful focus on feeling every nu-ance of muscle action while working out on floor mats or machines. Em-phasizes development of the torso’s abdominal power center, or core. More gentle than conventional exer-cises, Pilates, like yoga, yields long, lean, flexible muscles whose grace-fully balanced movements readily translate into everyday activities like walking, sitting and bending. Can help in overcoming injuries.

Prolotherapy: A rejuvenating therapy that uses injections of natural sub-stances to stimulate collagen growth, in order to strengthen weak or dam-aged joints, tendons, ligaments or muscles. Often used as a natural alternative to drugs and/or surgery to treat pain syndromes, including degenerative arthritis, lower back, neck and joint pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraine headaches, and torn ligaments and cartilage.

Qigong and Tai Chi: Qigong and Tai chi combine movement, meditation and breath regulation to enhance the flow of vital energy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”) in the body , improve circulation and enhance immune function. Qigong traces its roots to traditional Chinese medi-cine. Tai chi was originally a self-defense martial art descended from qigong and employed to promote in-ner peace and calm.

Real Time EEG Neurofeedback: In-volves direct training of brain func-tion. Using computer processing to capture electrical activity in the brain, an individual can reward the brain with positive feedback, changing its activity to desired, more appropriate patterns. Gradually, the brain learns and remembers how to exhibit only the good patterns.

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SAUCY CHICA SKINCARE1211-D Laurens Rd.864-271-2710•Greenvillewww.SaucyChicaSkincare.com

Helping women achieve healthy, radiant skin with skincare products that are affordable and good for both them and the environ-ment. Certified Organic, wildcrafted and natural. Available exclusively at Raspberry Moon Skin Therapy.

SINGING GODDESS864-438-0601

www.SingingGoddess.comNo matter how terrible we sound, the refreshing feel of a hot or cold shower prompts us to lift our voice in song. Singing Goddess will motivate you to continue to sing, with the reju-venating aromas and the in-vigorating textures of our natu-ral products. Your inner god-dess deserves to be pampered!

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PUREAQUA864-214-6350•Greenvillewww.PureAquaSC.com

Chlorine-free and odor-free t e c h n o l o g y. Eliminates the need for chlo-

rine and keeps your family and pets safe. NO more stinging eyes, bleached-out swimsuits, or dried-out hair and skin. Start your summer off healthy!

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EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYMGeorge Gantt, Tai Chi and Qigong Master2110B Augusta St (lower level)864-419-2596•Greenvillewww.EquilibriumZenGym.com

Learn TaiChi and Qigong to heal your mind, body and spirit with George who has 39 years experience in this healing art form. Please visit our web-site for more details. See ad, page 51.

EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYMIngrid Harris - Tai Chi and Qigong Instructor2110B Augusta St (lower level)864-430-3292•Greenvillewww.EquilibriumZenGym.com

Learn TaiChi to regain your inner balance with Ingrid, who has studied TaiChi and Qigong under George Gantt since 2007. Please visit our website for additional information. See ad, page 51.

QI WORKS STUDIO, LLCDr. Mary Powers, Instructor

404 N. Pleasantburg Dr.864-420-9839•Greenvillewww.QiWorksStudio.com

Rebuild your body’s balance, flexibility, strength, memory and health with Tai Chi and Qigong exercises. Classes in Qigong, Tai Chi 24, and for arthritis. Natural self-healing exercises. See ad, page 6.


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as conscious connected breathing, or vivation. Rebirthing is a means to access and release unresolved emo-tions. The technique uses conscious, steady, rhythmic breathing, without pausing between inhaling and exhal-ing. Guided by a professional rebirther, clients re-experience past memories, including birth, and let go of emotion-al tension stored in the body.

Reconnective Healing™: Uses light and dimensional frequencies that work on all levels of the body/mind to reduce stress, foster relaxation and raise the body’s healing vibration. The idea of Reconnective Healing is to re-connect the meridian or acupuncture lines on the body that have become disconnected from the larger, univer-sal grid of meridian lines.

Reflexology: A natural healing art based upon the principle that there are reflexes in the feet and hands that correspond to every part of the body. Correctly stimulating and applying pressure to the feet or hands increas-es circulation and promotes specifi-cally designated bodily and muscular functions.

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Janet A. Krinke, CTT/Charla Bloomer, RN864-423-6256www.CoreMedicalThermography.com

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Thermograms are viable for all ages, histories, and even for women with

breast implants. As part of a multimodal approach, 95% of cancers are detected early. See ad, page 27.

THERMAL IMAGING OF THE CAROLINASMichelle Fagan900 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2045•Landrum

Thermography is an FDA ap-proved, non-invasive breast screening with no radiation and no breast compression! It can help to detect very early physi-ological changes in your body.

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ALL ABOUT PETSJeanne Fowler, DVM409 Old Buncombe Rd.864-834-7334•Travelers Restwww.HolisticVetSC.com

Over 30 years experience offer-ing holistic and conventional veterinary medicine, homeopa-thy, Chinese herbals, orthopedic manipulation, prolotherapy, cold laser therapy and pet boarding too.

UPSTATE HOME VETERINARY CARETeri Worl, DVMUpstate Home Veterinary Care864-569-9220www.UpstateHomeVet.com

We believe that pets are family and offer them lov-ing care. Providing all your pet’s needs in every stage of life, in a comfortable, safe environment - their own home.


Reiki: Means “universal life-force energy.” A method of activating and balancing the life-force (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). Practitioners use light hand placements to chan-nel healing energies to organs and glands or to align the body’s chakras (energy centers). Various techniques can ease emotional and mental dis-tress, heal chronic and acute physical problems and achieve spiritual focus and clarity. Reiki can be a valuable addition to the work of chiropractors, massage therapists, nurses and others for whom the use of touch is essential and appropriate.

Rolfing structural integration (Rolf-ing): A hands-on technique for deep tissue manipulation of the myofascial system, which is composed of the muscles and the connective tissue, or fascia, in order to restore the body’s natural alignment and sense of inte-gration. As the body is released from old patterns and postures, the range and freedom of physical and emo-tional expression increases. Rolf-ing can help ease pain and chronic stress, enhance neurological func-tioning, improve posture and restore flexibility.

Spiritual healing/counseling: Prac-ticed in two forms. In one, the healer uses thought or touch to align his or her spiritual essence with that of the client. The healer works to either balance the spiritual field or shift the perceptual base of the client to create harmony between mind and body and draw the client into the ac-tive presence of Divine Spirit. In the other, the healer transforms healing energy into a vibrational frequency that the client can receive and com-fortably assimilate, reminding the person’s intuitive core of its inherent healing ability.

Thermography (thermal imaging): A diagnostic technique that uses an infrared camera to measure tempera-ture variations on the surface of the body, producing images that reveal sites of inflammation and abnormal tissue growth. Inflammation is recog-nized as the earliest stage of nearly all major health challenges.


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Vegetarianism: The voluntary absti-nence from eating meat and/or other animal products for religious, health and/or ethical reasons. Lacto-ovo vegetarians supplement their plant-based diet with dairy (lactose) prod-ucts and eggs (ovo). Lacto vegetar-ians eat dairy products, but not eggs; ovo vegetarians include eggs, but no dairy; and vegans (pronounced vee-guns) do not eat any animal-derived products.

Yoga: Practical application of the ancient Indian Vedic teachings. The word yoga is derived from the San-skrit root yuj which means “union” or “to join,” and refers to the join-ing of man’s physical, mental and spiritual elements. The goal of good health is accomplished through a combination of techniques, includ-ing physical exercises called asanas (or postures), controlled breathing, relaxation, meditation and diet and nutrition. Although yoga is not meant to cure specific diseases or ailments directly, it has been found effective in treating many physical ailments.

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Vitamins and supplements compounded on-site. Pro-f e s s i o n a l

grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement and custom thyroid medica-tion. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 29.

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE27 S. Pleasantburg Dr.

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We have all of the natu-ral products that keep you and your family healthy all year long with a friendly, knowl-eadgable staff. Check out our immune boost-ing vitamins, pet prod-

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tERYoga therapy: The application of yoga principles, methods and tech-niques to empower individuals to progress towards greater health and freedom from disease, representing a first effort to integrate traditional yogic concepts and techniques with Western medical and psychological knowledge. Yoga therapy aims at the holistic treatment of various kinds of psychological or somatic dysfunc-tions, ranging from emotional distress to back problems.

Please note: The contents of this Health & Wellness Glossary are for in-formational purposes only. The infor-mation is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a practitioner who is licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to conduct a selected treat-ment, as appropriate.

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ENOTA MOUNTAIN RETREAT1000 Highway 180Hiawassee, GA 800-990-8869www.Enota.com

501c.3 non-profit family-friendly retreat with natural springs, hiking trails, water-falls. Cabins, motel, RV and tent sites, wellness center, organic farm, 300 animals, trout fishing and home-cooked meals. Volunteer opportunities

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Shake your way to better health. Low impact, kind to joints, suited for all ages, including seniors. Get On, Get Active and try the easiest 10 minute workout you’ll ever do! See ad, page 55.

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CAROLINA HEALTH INNOVATIONS1 Creekview Ct. Ste. B864-331-2522•Greenvillewww.CarolinaHealthInnovations.com

Your one-stop w e l l n e s s center for chiropractic, therapeutic massage, and acupuncture s e r v i c e s .

Mention our ad and receive $10 off any service or 2 for 1 pricing on community acupuncture. Try us out; you’ll be glad you did! See ad, page 49.

EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYM2110 Augusta St (lower level)864-419-2596•Greenvillewww.EquilibriumZenGym.com

Bring balance to your life with the following services: acu-puncture, acutapping, cranial touch. massage, foot detox, medical Qigong, nutritional counseling, reflexology, paraf-fin wax treatment, and Reiki. See ad, page 51.


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LIFELOGIC HEALTH CENTERBrian & Sarah Davis, D.C.1622 E. North St. Ste. 10 864-416-1136•Greenvillewww.LifeLogicOnline.com

We specialize in alternative management of symptoms from thyroid disorders, com-bining chiropractic, nutrition, supplementation, and labora-tory testing to find the real cause of your health issues. See ad, page 36.

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90 DEgREES YOgA115 Pelham Rd. Ste.11864-631-8706•Greenvillewww.90Degreesyoga.com

Hot Yatra Yoga prac-ticed as a way of life and not just as a trend. Over 30 class-es a week offered. Teacher Training, Wo r k s h o p s a n d Drumming.

IT’S YOGA! STUDIO™ INC.kristi Ried Barton, E-RyT, MAyT

1440 Pelham Rd. Ste. G864-354-2882•Greenvillewww.ItsyogaStudio.com

Check our website for events, classes, retreats and workshops. Call for personal trainer ses-sions, therapeutic yoga, teacher training, life coaching and nutrition. Yoga Alliance School. See ad, page 31.

QI WORKS STUDIO, LLC404 N. Pleasantburg Dr. Greenville

864-845-3438 or 864-420-9839www.QiWorksStudio.com

Restorative Yoga, Pranayama, Hatha, Kripalu blended. Rhyth-mic breathing rejuvenates body; physical postures tone/strength-en body; meditation releases mind/calms spirit. See ad, page 6.

YOGANIZE2105 Old Spartanburg Rd.864-325-6053•Greerwww.yoganize.com

Energize, revitalize, harmonize. A variety of all level classes Monday – Saturdays. $7-$12 per 1 1/2 hour class; specialized instruction. $99 monthly unlimited classes special. See ad, page 33.


nBiodegradable: Capable of decompos-ing rapidly into elements found in nature, such as water, carbon dioxide and organic matter, when exposed to sunlight, air, water and microorganisms.

nBio-fuel: Fuel derived from renewable biological material, including plant-derived fuels like ethanol and biodiesel, as well as methane, which is emitted from landfills and livestock manure manage-ment systems during the anaerobic (with-out oxygen) decomposition of organic material. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas when released to the environment, so recovery and combustion of methane to produce energy can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

nCarbon footprint: The total amount of carbon dioxide, the principal greenhouse gas, emitted over the full life cycle of a product or service. Also, stands for an in-dividual’s or family’s total carbon dioxide contribution resulting from their activities, including energy use and vehicle driving habits.

nCarbon neutral: An entity or process that achieves a net zero carbon footprint by obviating or offsetting more carbon emissions than it produces.

nCarbon offset: A carbon emissions re-duction credit that represents investment in a project that reduces greenhouse gas emissions by funding clean energy proj-ects, such as wind farms, which displace energy produced from polluting fossil fuels. Carbon offset credits are a way for individuals and businesses to offset the carbon emissions produced through daily activities.

nCarbon sequestration: A natural or en-gineered process that captures and stores carbon emissions to prevent their release into the atmosphere and help mitigate global warming. Natural sequestration oc-curs when forests, soil and oceans absorb CO2, release the oxygen and store the carbon. Non-natural processes involve capturing carbon emissions from indus-trial processes and pumping them deep underground for long-term storage.

nCFL: Stands for compact fluorescent lamp. A screw-based CFL is an energy-efficient alternative to a standard incan-descent bulb. CFLs use about one quarter of the energy of a standard bulb while producing the same light (lumens) and lasting up to ten times as long.

greenglossarynCompostable: Organic matter that will decompose into a nutrient-rich material under aerobic (with oxygen) conditions.

nEnergy-efficient: A system or product that uses a reduced amount of energy compared to one of comparable size and quality by using advanced technology and/or special design features.

nEnergy Star: A joint program through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agen-cy and the U.S. Department of Energy that sets energy efficiency guidelines for products, homes and businesses. (See EnergyStar.gov.)

nFood miles: The distance food travels between its place of origin and con-sumption.

nFossil fuels: Solid, liquid or gaseous fuels formed underground millions of years ago, by the decay and fossilization of dead organisms. The resulting fossil fuels, including coal, oil and natural gas, are nonrenewable because they take millions of years to form. Burning fossil fuels releases pollutants into the atmosphere, including greenhouse gases that are altering the Earth’s carbon cycle and destabilizing the climate.

nGlobal warming: An increase in the average global temperature brought on by the gradual and steady increase in greenhouse gases that trap the sunlight’s heat in the atmosphere.

nGreen building: An approach to site selection, building orientation, design and construction that minimizes a struc-ture’s impact on the environment. Green building considerations include mini-mizing site disturbance and construction waste; employing renewable technolo-gies for heating, cooling and electrical systems; and incorporating sustainable, recycled, low-water and energy-efficient materials and products.

nGreenhouse gases: Gases that allow solar radiation to enter the Earth’s atmo-sphere and warm its surface, but prevent thermal radiation from escaping from the atmosphere, thereby contributing to global warming. Greenhouse gas emis-sions come primarily from the combus-tion of fossil fuels to produce energy.

nGreenwashing: A deliberate attempt by a business or entity to mislead the public into believing a product, service, company or practice is environmentally

sensitive when in fact, it is not.

nHybrid (vehicle): A vehicle that com-bines two energy sources to power a car—the most popular being hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) in which a gas-powered engine and a battery-powered electric motor work in tandem to de-crease fuel consumption.

nLED: An acronym for light-emitting diode: An extremely energy-efficient, long-life light source.

n LEED: An acronym for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design; a green building certification program developed by the U.S. Green Build-ing Council. This nationwide program provides guidelines for residential and commercial construction projects aimed at improving energy savings, water effi-ciency and indoor environmental quality, reducing CO2 emissions and heightening stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts. (Visit usgbc.org.)

nLocavore: A person who eats only locally grown and raised food in order to support local economies, sustainable agriculture and independent farms.

nOrganic: In the United States, a product that has been produced in accordance with the Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program, which sets national standards for the production, handling, and processing of organically grown agricultural products. Organic growing methods and inputs serve to enhance the ecological balance of natural systems. For example organic producers conserve soil and water, use renewable resources and grow food without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fer-tilizers. (See ams.usda.gov/NOP.)

nPassive cooling: The use of building and design strategies to cool structures with no refrigeration systems and little or no mechanical assistance. Passive cooling strategies include low or high thermal mass materials (depending on nighttime temperatures), shading, reflecting, natural ventilation and evaporative cooling.

nPlug-in hybrid: A plug-in hybrid elec-tric vehicle (PHEV), like an HEV, has both an electric and gas-powered motor. Un-like HEVs, the PHEV will run entirely in electric mode until the electric charge ex-pires, at which time a gas backup engine is started. Once returned to the garage, a PHEV can be plugged into a standard electrical outlet and recharged.


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nRecycle: The act of diverting objects from the waste stream for the purpose of turning them into useful raw material that can be used to create new products and materials. Recycling is a closed loop process; materials that are diverted from the waste stream must be bought back by consumers in a successive product form.

nReduce: The act of making deliber-ate reductions in consumption levels in several areas (e.g. energy, water, packag-ing, consumer goods, etc.) to conserve resources, reduce pollution and avoid waste.

nReuse: The act of finding continuous uses for objects and materials in order to extend their useful life or substitut-ing pre-owned durable goods for newly manufactured items.

nRenewable energy: Energy generated from renewable resources is unlimited or rapidly replenished and therefore, cannot be exhausted. Includes power generated from wind, sunlight, water flow, biomass and geothermal heat.

nSmart growth: Thoughtful land devel-opment designed to achieve a number of environmental and quality-of-life goals such as reducing auto dependence; preserving wilderness areas and farm-land; and restoring community through pedestrian-oriented, mixed-used devel-opments.

nSustainable: A way of doing something that maintains resource renewability and environmental health over time to meet both present and future needs.

nTree free: Paper products made from non-wood fibers, including plants (hemp, kenaf, cotton), agricultural waste (wheat straw, bagassee, flax, pinzote, coffee leaves) and recycled materials (old money, textile scraps).

nVOC: Volatile organic compounds; found in many paints, finishes, synthetic foams, adhesives and stains; readily evaporate to the atmosphere, where they contribute to air pollution and can be hazardous to human health.

Sources: U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Green Building Council.

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