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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers fi nd cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fi tness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.6

12 CLEANSING WATERS Promoting a Pure Lifestyle by Beth Davis

14 SPINAL LOGIC CHIROPRACTIC A Wellness Approach to Care by Elizabeth Daniels

15 EXERCISE FOR SPINE HEALTH Smart Training Beats Back Pain by Michael Curran

17 BETTER BREAST HEALTH Make Prevention a Daily Habit by Beth Davis

18 BE A CLIMATE HERO Act Up. Act Now. by Bill McKibben

22 TRANSITION TOWNS Where Sustainable Living is Real by Tara Lohan

23 SUSTAININDY Growing a Sustainable and Livable City by Tara Lohan

24 ON THE VEGAN TRAIL Why People Are Putting More Plants on Their Plates by Kristin Ohlson

24 READER ROUNDUP Reader Questions and Answers on Food

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KellyFunkRecoveryFund.comOn the afternoon of Thursday, July 8, Kelly was tragically struck by lightening while working on her farm. While there have been small and hopeful signs of improvement, her journey of recovery will be long and diffi cult. She is surrounded by loving and supportive family members, who welcome your thoughts and prayers.

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October is my favorite time of year as the tree canopies make their descent from lush green

foliage to crisp yellow, orange, red, brown and eventually bare limbs. It speaks to me of subtle yet necessary changes while moving onward and appeals to my sense of quietude. It is a time for refl ection to consider the journey and evaluate goals and inclinations for the future. Now as the season changes, it may be a good time to consider overhauling your diet. If you are curious about vegetarian or vegan dietary prac-tices– Fruitarian, Flexitarian, Pescatarian – check out the article (page 24) illustrating why people are putting more veggies on their plates and make an informed choice for your own pref-erences. Local readers weigh in with their personal tastes in the Reader Roundup (page 25). As my vibrant 75-year-old mother can attest, consuming a colorful fresh diet is key to a healthy, active life. Plus, there’s the added benefi t of post-supper cleanup – just take your veggie remnants straight out to the backyard compost bin and return them to the earth! Speaking of earth, as autumn overtakes us with its transitioning beauty and our at-tention turns to nature, it seems the perfect opportunity to discuss our environment. No matter what side of the global warming debate you are on, there are many hot topics unveiled in this month’s feature article, “Be a Climate Hero” (page 18), written by Bill McKibben, a best-selling author, founder of “350.org” and environmental activist. And “Transition Towns” (page 22) offers a glimpse into sustainable, driven communities focused on utilizing less energy, deriving what is used from local sources, procuring food from local farms and shopping from local, independent businesses. You may be pleasant-ly surprised to know that Indianapolis has its very own initiative designed to move Indy toward being a more sustainable and livable city led by the Offi ce of Sustainability (page 23). Our local resources are invaluable and are a great place to start your own journey of discovery for healing earth. As we uncover tools to repair our environment, let’s also take a few minutes to iden-tify means of restoring our own bodies to prime health in recognition of National Spinal Health Month. Sit up tall, get a good stretch and a gentle spinal twist, and enjoy the ar-ticle on “Exercise for Spine Health.” You’ll also fi nd comments from our local chiroprac-tic community (pages 15-16). And in honor of breast cancer awareness month, we reveal modern tips for healthy breast tissue (pages 17). With a watchful eye on our past guiding us to better tomorrows, here’s to good health and good times! Nancy Caniff

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newsbriefs Farm Fresh Delivery is now Green B.E.A.N. Delivery

In September, Farm Fresh Delivery changed its name to Green

B.E.A.N. Delivery. The new brand identity refocuses and showcases its uniqueness as it sets its goals to face the community’s greatest food challenges and highlights the core initiatives that the company is passionate about: Biodynamic, Education, Agriculture and Nutrition. Since 2006, Farm Fresh Delivery has sought to provide a healthier alternative to conventional grocery stores through its network of local farmers and artisans. About 10,000 members have used the service, and Midwest farms have thrived from their direct support. “We are extremely proud of the substantial impact Farm Fresh Delivery has had on the health of our customers, local nonprofi t organizations, sustainable farms and environmentally friendly food businesses,” says owner Matt Ewer. Green B.E.A.N. Delivery and its sister companies are family owned and operated. Keep your eyes open for Green B.E.A.N. company extensions, and know that they come with the same integrity and mission as Farm Fresh Delivery. There will be no interruption to the current produce service as it will be a seamless transition. “We look forward to the future with optimism. Green B.E.A.N. Delivery will continue to strive to meet the needs of our customers and community,” Ewer adds.

For more information, call 317-377-0470 or visit GreenBeanDelivery.com. See ad on page 29.

Natural Awakenings Launches New Health Network

Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp., whose signature Natural Awakenings

magazines support sustainable, healthy living, is launching an innovative, cost-saving, health network. The new Natural Awakenings Network (NAN) will allow

members to obtain membership cards that will provide discounts on products and services focused on wellness; green and sustainable living; and natural, healthy lifestyles. NAN’s extensive network in 88 territories across the nation will encompass practitioners of alternative and complementary medicine, including chiropractic, naturopathy, acupuncture, body work and energy work, as well as health and fi tness clubs, health food stores, yoga centers, bookstores, green and sustainable living products, spas and vegetarian/healthy restaurants, and much more. Members will enjoy discounts ranging from 5 to 50 percent on products and services offered through NAN providers and can choose individual or family programs. Additional benefi ts include an annual Natural Awakenings subscription, a newsletter, and access to NAN’s website and free customer service support. Company founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman says, “We rejoice that the wellness revolution is in full swing, propelled by the kind of people who read our magazines and website. Natural Awakenings Network is our next step in helping people map out alternate routes to healthier, happier, longer lives.”

For more information, contact local Natural Awakenings publisher Nancy Caniff at 317-862-6332 or email [email protected].

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Nature’s Karma Opens in October

The uplifting trends of giving recycled materials new life plus the availability

of organic products is spreading in our area! Seatbelt purses, chopstick products, videotapes, keyboard bags, wallets, clothing, accessories and more are having their utility extended at the new Nature’s Karma store at 14511 Clay Terrace Boulevard, Suite 130, in Carmel. “Nature’s Karma is about giving back to our beautiful Mother Nature because

she gives so much to us!” says Melissa Evans, owner of the store. “It is only fair that this store be a representation of ‘good karma’ and provide unique, useful, environmentally gentle goods to our community.” Nature’s Karma also is devoted to providing high-quality items via Fair Trade, the organized social movement and market-based approach that helps producers in developing countries obtain better trading conditions and promote sustainability. It provides an eclectic array of items from a variety of countries. And as “a small dream” of Evans, they have developed a line of organic skin care products that are made with all of nature’s wonders. She explains, “We are devoted to our community and plan on purchases of our reusable bags to go to Carmel Green Initiative,” a coalition of citizens and community groups who promote and support the City of Carmel’s commitment to reducing the impact on the environment and meeting the climate challenge. Lavender shortbread cookie sugar scrub, organic pumpkin masque, soy candles, felt soap, amber blends and more natural items are offered as well.

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Pilates Studio in Carmel Expands Space, Services

In response to many customer requests, Inner You Pilates, in Carmel, has signifi cantly increased its size so it’s now one of the largest studios of its

kind in the area. In so doing, the facility, fresh from celebrating its two-year anniversary, has also expanded class offerings, added more certifi ed instructors, and is providing special introductory offers for newcomers to check it all out. “Just over two years ago, I opened the studio with the idea of helping people be healthy,” says owner Beth Roberts. “With the new, expanded space, we can help more people than ever and renew our commitment to health and fi tness through Pilates. We’re excited to be able to add classes and instructors so that more people can enjoy the wonderful health benefi ts of Pilates.” Pilates emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, fl exibility, and awareness to support effi cient, graceful movement and is suited for everyone, from the most experienced athlete to those just getting started in workouts. Classes for all levels are taught by certifi ed instructors. Inner You Pilates uses an array of equipment including reformers, the cadillac, fi tness chairs, and spine correctors. Each session is tailored to the person or group in attendance, and both private and group classes are available.

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GINGER EASES MUSCLE PAINFor centuries, ginger root has been used as a folk remedy for various ailments, including colds and upset stomachs. Now, researchers at the University of Georgia have found that daily ginger consumption also reduces muscle pain caused by exercise. Ginger that’s been heated, as by cooking, might even increase the root’s pain-relieving effects.


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TIDIER HOUSE, FITTER BODYA new study at Indiana University suggests that how

tidy we keep our home can also indicate how fi t we are. That conclusion was based on an examination of the domestic habits of 998 urban African-Americans, ages 49 to 65, that found a correlation between the interior condition,

or cleanliness, of a participant’s residence and their level of physical activity. Remarks researcher NiCole Keith, “If you

spend your day dusting, cleaning, doing laundry, you’re active.”

Why People Need GermsParents should ease up on antibacterial soaps

and wipes and perhaps allow their little ones a romp or two in the mud—or at least more of an acquaintance with everyday germs, suggests a Northwestern University long-term study. Exposure to germs in childhood, the research-ers observe, helps develop the immune system and may help prevent cardiovascular and other diseases in adulthood. Such early exposure, they note, promotes the body’s own ability to regulate infl ammation, a root cause associated with many diseases.

“Now, for the fi rst time in the history of our species, our bodies are being deprived of exposure to those everyday germs because we live in such a sanitary environment,” explains lead author Thomas McDade, of Northwestern. “Think about the immune system as [one] that needs information from the environment to guide its development and function; if you live in a rich microbial environment, you get exposed to lots of germs, and that helps your immune system develop.”

School Nutrition Gets a BoostLong-awaited child nutrition legislation known as the

Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act unanimously passed the Senate in August before moving on to the House, where passage is also expected. National child nutrition programs were set to expire September 30. Remarks Michael Jacobson, executive director of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, “Put simply, [the bill] will get junk food out of, and put more healthy food into, America’s schools.” The $4.5 billion, applied over the next decade, would enable school cafeterias to overhaul their menus and pro-vide updated, healthier choices, supporters explain. News sources report that it would provide schools with their fi rst

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Researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah have uncovered new information about the notion that sugar “feeds”

tumors. While it’s accepted that tumor cells use a lot more glucose (a simple sugar) than normal cells, the new study sheds light on how this process takes place and might be stopped. The researchers discovered that during both normal and cancerous cell growth, a cellular process takes place that involves both glucose and glutamine, a common amino acid found in many foods. Glucose and glutamine, both essential for cell growth, were thought to operate independently. This groundbreaking research now shows not only that they are interdependent, but that restricting glutamine works to stop the utilization of glucose. Essentially, if glutamine is absent, the cell is short-circuited, due to a lack of glucose; thus, it suggests a new way to halt the growth of tumor cells. The researchers hope that their fi ndings will lead to more effective cancer treatment therapies.


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

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75th AnniversaryThe Wilderness Society Celebrates Nationwide SuccessesFresh from a major achievement in 2009, The Wilderness Society has not been resting on its laurels in this, its 75th year of striving to protect our nation’s

public lands. Following last year’s passage of the largest land conservation bill in decades, permanently protecting 4 million acres in 11 states, it’s had more than a dozen wilderness bills in the works this year. Current campaigns tackle global warming, fossil fuel drilling in public lands and re-vegetating unused forest roads, as well as wilderness protection. They’re also initiating job programs to restore forests, rivers and grasslands that native species need to adapt to climate change.

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Bioneer HeroesSpotlight Recognizes Activists Protecting Our Coasts and OceansThe Blue Frontier/Peter Benchley 2010 Hero of the Seas recognition was awarded to Cynthia Sarthou, executive director of the New Orleans-based Gulf Restoration Network (HealthyGulf.org), a frontline group dealing with the environmental effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. This year’s winner is just one of 2,000 groups and agencies working on behalf of ocean and coastline conservation. Blue Frontier’s mission is to strengthen and help unify this solution-oriented marine conservation community. “As the Gulf disaster shows, we are all dependent on the ocean for protection, security and sustenance,” remarks David Helvarg, president of the Blue Frontier Campaign (BlueFront.org).

An Apple A DayThere’s truth in the adage that an

apple a day keeps the doctor away. Research published in the open access journal BMC Microbiology contributes to our understanding of why apples are good for us.

Microbiologists from the National Food Institute at the Technical

University of Denmark fed rats a diet rich in whole

apples or apple juice, purée or pomace. Another group of lab animals was put on a control diet. The researchers then analyzed the animals’ digestive systems to see if eating apples had any impact on the amount of friendly bacteria in their gut. “We found that rats eating a diet high in pectin, a component of dietary fi ber in apples, had increased amounts of certain bacteria that may improve intestinal health,” says co-researcher Andrea Wilcks. “It seems that when apples are eaten regularly and over a prolonged period of time, these bacteria help produce short-chain fatty acids that provide ideal pH conditions for ensuring a benefi cial balance of microorganisms. They also produce a chemical called butyrate, which is an important fuel for the cells of the intestinal wall.” Ultimately, a healthy digestive tract translates into a stronger immune system.

Source: BioMed Central, 2010

PESTICIDESCAN CONTRIBUTE TO ADHDA team of scientists from the University of Montreal and Harvard University have discovered that exposure to organophosphate pesticides may be associated with increased risk of attention defi cit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Exposure to organophosphates, they report, might affect neural systems in ways that contribute to ADHD behaviors such as inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.


E-Solutions Where to Recycle Outdated ElectronicsU.S. consumers, who generate more than 3 million tons of e-waste annually, now have easier access to manufacturer recycling programs, responsible local e-recycling facilities and cooperating retailers. “If you make it easy, people will recycle their stuff,” says Barbara Kyle, national coordinator of the Electronics Takeback Coalition. As of this year, 23 states mandate statewide e-waste recycling, and all but California make manufacturers responsible for providing it, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. Seven more states introduced such legislation in 2010 (see ElectronicsTakeBack.com/legislation/state_legislation.htm). This approach helps get e-products containing toxic materials out of landfi lls and incinerators, where they can contaminate water and air. It also shifts the need for cost-effective environmental responsibility to manufacturers, to encourage them to design more eco-friendly products. Ultimately, this should result in products with fewer toxic components and more reusable and recyclable components, requiring less use of virgin materials. The world leader in e-waste recycling proves what’s possible; an industry-run program in Norway recycles 98 percent of all e-waste. By contrast, in 2008 Americans recycled only 13.6 percent of their e-waste, often storing old, unused units at home. Now they know where to take it.

Find local drop-off sites at ElectronicsTakeBack.com, click on Guide to Recycling Your Electronics. For local sites that accept electronic, automotive, hazardous, yard and other household materials, call 1-800-Recycling (1-800-732-925-464) or visit 1800Recycling.com.

Water BubbleTwo Reports Project Fresh Water Scarcity by 2030A recent report by the World Economic Forum warns that half the world’s population will be affected by water shortages within 20 years. Unsustainable conditions are headed toward what the researchers term, “water bankruptcy,” that could incite a crisis greater than the current global fi nancial downturn. Crops and people are in danger, as geopolitical confl icts are expected to rise due to dwindling water resources. During the 20th century, world population increased fourfold, but the amount of fresh water that it used increased nine times over. Already, 2.8 billion people live in areas of high

water stress, according to the analysis. A concurring UN World Water Development Report adds that shortages are already beginning to constrain economic growth in areas as diverse as California, China, Australia, India and Indonesia. The Associated Press reports that the pivotal Ogallala Aquifer, in America’s Great Plains breadbasket, stretching from South Dakota to North Texas, continues to be drained at alarming rates, while the natural recharge rate is considered negligible.

Green SearchingEco-friendly Manufacturer Turns Trash into CashTerraCycle’s award-winning entrepreneur, Tom Szaky, is turning conventional manufacturing on its head. The company now up-cycles consumer packaging waste into 186 products, available at retailers like Whole Foods Market, Petco, Home Depot, Walmart and Target. The National Geographic Channel’s Garbage Moguls, which debuted new episodes of the TerraCycle experience this summer, illustrates such transformations as cereal boxes into notebooks, newspapers into pencils, cookie wrappers into kites, and disposable pens into trash cans. Schools and community nonprofi ts collect the materials for payment through eco-friendly local fundraisers.

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Assaults HaltedWolves Receive Endangered Species ProtectionMassive wolf hunts have been stopped in their tracks, thanks to a federal court ruling that has restored endangered species protection for these animals in Montana and Idaho. More than 500 wolves have been gunned down since the U.S. govern-ment stripped them of federal protec-tion. “The ruling effectively returns all wolves in the Northern Rockies to the endangered species list,” con-fi rms Peter Lehner, executive director of the Natural Resources Defense Council.

Guiding LightSouth Pole Ozone Hole has Stabilized

Ongoing monitoring by the British Ant-arctic Survey, which alerted the world to the hole in the protective ozone layer over the South Pole in 1985, has concluded that the hole has now sta-bilized. Thinning of the ozone that sur-rounds the Earth provided the fi rst clear evidence that man could damage the global environment on a colossal scale. “It also provided the fi rst case of con-certed international action to counteract such an effect,” says Richard Stolarski, a research scientist with NASA, who has reviewed the history and science related to the phenomenon. Scientists had discovered that the accumulation of chlorofl uorocarbons (CFCs) used in industrial solvents, re-frigeration, air conditioning systems and aerosols were depleting the blanket of ozone that surrounds the Earth. Action by United Nations governments around the world led to the 1987 Montreal Protocol, effectively phasing out use of such chemicals. Today, scientists predict that, with continued care, Antarctic ozone levels will return to their 1950s levels by about 2080.

Rainforest RescueDaily Computer Use Helps the CauseUsing a green search engine for holiday shopping and other online searches can turn daily Internet use into a give-back to nature. Forestle.org is an independent nonprofi t that donates all profi ts from sponsored links to The Nature Conser-vancy’s Adopt an Acre program (more at Adopt.Nature.org). Together, Forestle home page visitors rescue thousands of square meters of rainforest every day. It has even partnered with Google.

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Media SwitchDigging Up Good News for a ChangeEven though we hear a lot about what’s going wrong with planet Earth, it’s good to know many things are going right. Good Dirt Radio, a volunteer-driven radio program based in Durango, Colorado, broadcasts inspiring stories about people working hard to bring about positive environmental change. The nonprofi t show, founded in 2004 by producer Gary Lewin and co-hosted by Tom Bartels, airs free, fi ve-minute segments about topics as varied as zero waste, do-it-yourself solar, cold frames, fair trade, farmers’ markets and economic sustainability. It reaches 1 to 2 million listeners of 40 radio stations in the U.S. Southwest; others tune in online. Bestselling environmentalist Paul Hawken says, “Their news programs inspire people to make informed choices, and that helps us all.”

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Green Roof GardensGain PopularityGreen Roof Gardens (GRGs) are gaining popularity in urban communities for their environmental benefi ts and creative planting opportunities. Green roofs, or living roofs, partially or completely cover building rooftops with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofi ng membrane. It may also include additional layers such as a root barrier, drainage and irrigation. There are two types of Green Roof Gardens, Intensive and Extensive. Intensive Green Roofs generally have deep soils and often have irrigation systems to reduce manual watering. This allows for wider varieties, types, and sizes of plants to grow. Extensive Green Roofs are usually shallower in soil depth, lower in weight, less expensive to install, and they require less maintenance after installation. The Extensive Green Roof is commonly used with smaller, more drought tolerant plants. The benefi ts of GRGs include improvement of water quality and a reduction in storm water runoff. The heating and cooling costs of buildings can also be reduced up to 15%. In addition, the use of GRGs can reduce pollution overall as a result of less energy usage. Property values can increase with the use of ‘green’ and ‘sustainable’ practices, and the contribution to the environment through use of these practices is priceless. Green roofs can also reduce sound absorption within the building from outside noise and reduce the urban heat island effect by absorbing a portion of the sun’s heat rather than defl ecting it. When planning a new roof, consult with a Landscape Architect to learn more about Green Roof Gardens and how they can benefi t your home and your family as well as the environment.

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Nancy Spahr, founder of Cleansing Waters, had been getting colonics for nearly four years, visiting different colon hydrotherapists and trying many different methods around the country. It wasn’t until a trip to New Mexico,

however, that she was inspired to choose colon hydrotherapy as a profession. There, she received a colonic using the Jimmy John III device. It was the best colonic she had experienced and she knew right then that this was what she should be doing. Now a Certifi ed Colon Hydrotherapist and Body Ecology Coach, Spahr runs Cleansing Waters, a colon hydrotherapy center that offers full-service colonics and other health-promoting therapies. Spahr says the center promotes a “cleansing” life-style that incorporates regular internal cleansing and detoxifi cation programs while nourishing the body with nutrient-dense foods, whole food supplements and proper hydration. Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonics and colon irrigation, is a method of cleansing the colon of accumulated fecal matter, mucus, harmful toxins and bacteria from the bowel with a gentle infusion of warm water, thus promoting healthy intesti-nal bacteria, boosting your energy and enhancing your immune system. “If waste and toxins remain too long in the intestines, putrefaction and fermenta-tion can occur, which can cause symptoms such as gas, bloating, headaches, fatigue and skin problems,” explains Spahr. These poisons can also be reabsorbed into the system and cause self-poisoning – leading to more serious health problems. One therapy Spahr is particularly excited about is BioEnergetic Assessment (BEA), a non-invasive method of testing that measures energy imbalances in the body by uti-lizing an electronic instrument (called the Avatar) to examine acupuncture meridians. Once the imbalances are determined, a customized program of nutritional support, cleansing/detoxifi cation and other homeopathic remedies is formulated to meet each person’s specifi c needs. Spahr explains that BEA can also be used for prevention because it gives informa-tion about kidney function, circulation and other organ functions that you can’t get at a traditional doctor. She says it’s as if she is eavesdropping on the body and the body is letting her know what it needs. “It is a phenomenal tool that can help us bring the body into balance,” she ob-serves. “The body is designed to heal, we just need to listen. It’s not a guessing game anymore.” Because Cleansing Waters takes a whole body approach to wellness, signifi cant time is spent with each client to determine his or her diet and lifestyle. At times, that may mean changing just one thing. Spahr recalls one client that came in with many health problems. She reviewed the client’s history, discussed her habits and Spahr determined she needed to stop drinking soda. Simple as that. That was two years ago and just recently, the client came back and told her, “I stopped drinking soda that day and since then, so many of my health problems are gone. I want to thank you for changing my life.” For Spahr, that is all she really needs to hear.

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Dr. Michael Woolard has been a licensed chiro-practor since graduating from Logan College of Chiropractic in December 1995. It wasn’t a path

he intended to take, but he knows without a doubt that it was the one he was meant to take. Dr. Woolard graduated with an athletic training degree, but wasn’t particularly happy with the work once he was out in the world. He had decided to apply to physical therapy school when he hap-pened to spend a day with his roommate’s father, a chiropractor. It was a day that would change his life, as the very next day, Woolard enrolled in chiropractic school. He opened Spinal Logic Chiropractic in Danville in 1996 and has been offering patients an overall wellness approach to chiropractic care ever since. The wellness approach considers what is going on from the inside and makes adjustments on the outside. “It means looking at the root causes of problems or conditions and mak-ing whatever lifestyle adjustments are necessary for optimal health,” explains Woolard. An appointment with Dr. Woolard starts with a patient consultation to discuss goals, history, diet, exercise, lifestyle and more. Next, a full examination is done using computer-ized technology and diagnostic equipment–a process Woolard likens to that of taking a car into the shop and hooking it up for diagnostics. “It is a wonderful tool that provides us with the information we need to move forward, without all the poking and prodding of a traditional examination,” he says. Because wellness requires patients to be proactive rather than reactive, Spinal Logic offers a variety of services in addi-tion to chiropractic care including corrective exercises, lifestyle advice, nutritional counseling, massage therapy, spinal and

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them like family, and we want to provide the best options with the best possible care.” Spinal correction is provided utilizing state-

of-the-art chiropractic techniques–correction methods that are safer, more comfortable and more effective than ever before. Corrective exercises are designed for each individual to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem, while other exercises and stretches can help the body stay in balance and good health. For greater convenience, all can be performed in the home. According to Dr. Woolard, what many

people do not realize is the affect certain lifestyle and diet choices can have on the body. By offering patients advice and “coaching” on certain activities they should avoid or do dif-ferently, or recommending healthier food choices, he enables patients to reach true health and wellness. Community involvement and education is another impor-tant factor at Spinal Logic. Posture and spinal screenings are provided at area malls, community events, health fairs and businesses. Woolard says screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being. Although children make up only about 10-15 percent of the practice, Dr. Woolard is very passionate about educating parents on the benefi ts of chiropractic. “Parents make sure their children have regular dental and medical checkups, but what they don’t realize is that chiropractic check-ups are essential to ensuring the child’s spine and nervous system are developing properly.” He says a study done in Germany found that 94 percent of children already have misalignments in their spine. “When a baby is born naturally, the fi rst thing the doctor does is twist the babies head to get the shoulders out.” In addition, he notes that it is estimated that a child falls 1,500 times in a year when learning to walk. This results in accumulative damage over the years. Chiropractic care can also be used to treat colic and ear infections–without tubes or antibiotics. At the end of the day, seeing the smiles on the faces of his patients, knowing he had a hand in changing their lives is not only fun for Woolard, but even more rewarding than he could have imagined.

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As exercise reaches beyond the realm of pure athletics to include fi tness fans everywhere, people have noticed that their efforts to stay in shape often are thwarted

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Core Strength CountsDeveloping muscle strength throughout the torso is key to maintaining the correct spinal curvature for a strong back. In addition to the muscles that directly attach to the spine, the spine is also stabilized by deep stomach strength, strong

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pelvic fl oor support and the upper thigh muscles. Pilates is well-known for its focus on such core conditioning. “Pilates uses apparatus expressly designed for working the abdominals

and the back,” explains Lolita San Miguel, from her studio in Palm

Beach Gardens, Florida. “Most of our work is in the supine or prone positions [lying down], so that the vertical pull from gravity is lessened, and the body can be worked with a more correct alignment, and thus more effectively.” One of a small group of active practitioners who studied with Pilates

method founder Joseph Pilates, San Miguel is a living testament to the benefi ts of the practice. When this 75-year-old isn’t doing her daily Pilates, she’s engaged in other physically demanding activities. “Pilates makes life sweet for the senior,” she says.


Posture MattersDespite well-meaning parental advice, it turns out that good posture entails more than just pulling our shoulders back. Alignment practices like Restorative Exercise and the Alexander Technique were designed to develop an awareness of full-body mechanics as we go about daily activities. Annette Cantor-Groenfeldt teaches the Alexander Technique in Santa Fe, New Mexico. “The central theme of the

technique is the spine, learning how to maintain length through the spine as you move,” she advises. “It is used extensively by actors, dancers, musicians and other high-performance people whose activities depend on postural alignment.” In 2008, the Alexander Technique was the subject of a yearlong study published in the British Medical Journal, where it was shown to be effective in relieving low-back pain. The system focuses on both mental and physical aspects of movement, and usually includes passive treatments on the massage table, where the teaching practitioner manipulates the body to help release muscular tension.

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minimizing impact on their bones and joints. Yoga is a longtime favorite approach to maintaining both stability and fl exibility through strong muscles and alignment. Ana Forrest used her hatha yoga practice to recover from an accident that seriously injured all the regions of her spine, and Forrest Yoga was born out of her retraining. “People spend 90 percent of their waking hours in positions that compress the spine—in how they sit, how they stand, even how they do backbends in yoga class,” she observes. “Part of a good yoga practice is to create length in the spine, create a feeling of spaciousness in the body.” While Erickson considers herself a fan of all the exercise modalities listed here, she always emphasizes personal responsibility when it comes to back health. “Never do an exercise that causes you pain,” she offers as a rule of thumb. For long-term back health, she explains that chiropractic care is great for improving alignment and other back-related issues, yet is no substitute for daily exercise and self-care.

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trauma of personal experience or through another’s trials. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), some 207,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in U.S. women this year. Despite this staggering number, there is good news. The ACS also reports that after increasing for more than two decades, the incidence rate of female breast cancer recently has been decreasing, by about 2 percent per year from 1999 to 2006, which may indicate that we are adopting more effective prevention methods. Here are some natural ways to keep breast tissue healthy.

Get a Move OnWalk, run, swim or bike—just move. Studies show that exer-cise reduces the risk of breast cancer. Results of research pub-lished in BMC Cancer found that women in the study group who engaged in more than seven hours a week of moderate-to-vigorous exercise for the last 10 years were 16 percent less likely to develop breast cancer than those who were inactive.

Embrace Fish OilAccording to a recent report in Cancer Epidemiology, Bio-markers & Prevention, women who regularly included a fi sh oil supplement in their diet had a 32 percent reduced risk of breast cancer than those not taking the supplement.

Take Up TeaGreen tea, the most widely consumed beverage in the world, after water, reportedly contains the highest concentration of polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that help fi ght off the free radicals that scientists believe contribute to the aging process, as well as the development of many health problems, includ-ing cancer. According to a new study led by Martha Shrub-sole, an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, regular consumption of green tea may reduce a woman’s risk of breast cancer by as much as 12 percent.

The Power of ProduceEat more fruits and vegetables. The American Institute of Can-

cer Research lists the foods most likely to help decrease the risk of breast cancer. Superstar vegetables include all crucifer-ous veggies (broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, caulifl ower); dark leafy greens (collards, kale, spinach); carrots; and toma-toes. Steam the vegetables or eat them raw to best preserve their cancer-fi ghting nutrients. Superstar fruits include citrus, berries and cherries.

The Magic of MushroomsRegularly include medicinal mushrooms at mealtime, espe-cially the Japanese varieties maitake and shiitake. Studies have shown that maitake mushrooms, in particular, stimulate immune function and also inhibit tumor growth. In a study of more than 2,000 Chinese women, those who ate the most fresh mushrooms (10 grams or more a day) proved about two-thirds less likely to develop breast cancer than non-consumers.

Limit the AlcoholA study of more than a million women by Oxford University scientists indicates a clear link between drinking even moder-ate amounts of wine and breast cancer. A Harvard Nurses’ Health study has shown that consuming more than one alcoholic beverage a day can increase breast cancer risk by as much as 20 to 25 percent.

Cut the FatAnn Kulze, a medical doctor and author of Dr. Ann’s 10-Step Diet, says women should minimize consumption of omega-6 and saturated fats, avoid trans fats, and maximize intake of omega-3 fats, especially from oily fi sh such as tuna, salmon, sardines and mackerel. Kulze suggests that women consume monounsaturated fats like olive oil, as well as nuts and seeds; the latter also provide selenium, an important mineral in can-cer protection, according to the British Journal of Cancer.

Cut Chemical ExposureCertain chemicals, many of which are found in plastic, appear to interfere with the body’s hormonal balance and could harm breast tissue. To reduce exposure to chemicals such as Biphe-nol A (BPA) and phthalates, Marissa Weiss, a physician and president of BreastCancer.org, recommends using products that are made from glass, ceramic or stainless steel, instead.

Avoid Long-Term Hormone TherapyThe link between postmenopausal hormone therapy (PHT) and breast cancer has long been a subject of debate, and research results have been mixed. According to experts at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, it’s probably safe to take hormones for up to four to fi ve years, although they recommend using the lowest dose possible. Of course, not using PHT to start with is a way to avoid raising this par-ticular risk.

Making such conscious daily life choices pays off today and in many tomorrows.

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At any given moment, there are a thousand things going wrong in the world. If we were to list just major environmental problems alone we could go on for a

long time, citing everything from toxic contaminants in our food to the scarcity of safe drinking water. This past summer, we all stared in horror at the slowly blackening Gulf of Mexico as the Deepwater Horizon oil slick spread on and below the water’s surface. Making such a list is such a depressing exercise that the temptation is to just walk away from the task. We might feel like a surgeon at a wartime fi eld hospital, forced to do major triage. Where do we turn fi rst? The half-good news is that our planet’s mounting environmental troubles aren’t isolated, individual casualties. If we can fi gure out what the keystone is, then we can collectively start to work to cure a bunch of the most pressing problems at once. By the same token, if we guess wrong, we can labor for years to correct a particular woe, only to have our hard work overwhelmed by the underlying infection. Based on the scientifi c evidence, I think it’s pretty clear that the most crucial of all the complex issues we face today revolve around the cause-and-effect relationship of burning fossil fuels and the accelerating changes in Earth’s climate. In short: If we can’t deal with global warming, nothing else we do will really matter. To put it more positively: If we can remove the needle from our arm that feeds society’s addiction to petroleum products, many of our other troubles would begin to wane.

Signs of the TimesLet’s start with the hard stuff: Global warming is the fi rst crisis we’ve ever faced that has the potential to shake our civilization to its core. So far, human beings have burned enough coal, gas and oil to raise the temperature of the planet about one degree Fahrenheit. That’s already been enough to cause all manner of troubles:

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The Arctic icecap is melting, and quickly. By summer’s end in 2007, a record-setting year, the northernmost continent, which moderates air and water temperatures for the whole planet, contained 25 percent less ice than the year before. As of this writing, the 2010 melt was outpacing that of 2007. The Earth’s hydrological cycles are undergoing a dramatic shift. Because warm air holds more water vapor than cold, the general atmosphere is about 5 percent moister than it was 40 years ago. This means more evaporation, hence more drought, in arid areas. But on the rest of a planet, where what goes up must come down—we’re witnessing extraordinary increases in fl ooding. This year, for example, we’ve seen record (and lethal) rainstorms in Tennessee, Oklahoma and Arkansas, just within the 1.5 percent of the planet’s surface comprised by the continental United States.

Overall, temperatures are rising to near unbearable levels as that single degree average increase on the thermometer reverberates in savage heat waves. This past spring, India experienced weeks of record temperatures that beat anything recorded since the British started measuring them in the early 1800s. Early this summer, seven nations smashed all-time temperature records. In Burma, the mercury set a new all-time record for Southeast Asia, at 118 degrees. In June, Pakistan went on to establish a new benchmark for the highest temperature ever recorded at any time, anywhere in Asia, of 129 degrees. All of this is due to a single degree of global temperature increase. The climatologists have warned us that if the United States, China and other countries don’t make a super-swift transition from the use of coal and oil, the world’s collective temperature will climb something like fi ve degrees before the century is out. If one degree melts the Arctic icecap, we don’t want to see what fi ve degrees looks like. So, that’s the bad news. Here’s the good news.

Alternate ScenarioLet’s imagine we took the most signifi cant step we could to speed the worldwide transition off of fossil fuel. Let’s imagine that the U.S. Congress and the United Nations managed to agree on a national and international scheme to set stiff pricing on coal and oil that accurately refl ects the damage these fossil fuels are wreaking in the atmosphere. If that happened, then many other things would follow. The most obvious is that we’d see lots more solar panels and wind turbines. Suddenly, anyone with a spreadsheet would be able to see that it no longer makes sense to invest in a coal-fi red power plant. Anyone building a new apartment complex would immediately understand that it’s in his or her best interest to


install solar hot water tubes on the roof. In China, the world leader in total energy use, yet also in renewable energies, 250 million people now get their hot water this way. But, such a simple and effective solution still has to fi ght against the force of economic gravity there, as elsewhere. As long as coal-fi red electricity is absurdly cheap, renewable energy sources will stay marginal. The effects of a widespread switch to clean and renewable energies wouldn’t be confi ned to the energy sector. Think about farming. We’ve spent half a century building a giant agro-industrial complex that runs entirely on fossil fuel. Yet author Michael Pollan recently calculated that it takes 10 calories of fossil energy to produce one calorie of food. Because that growing complex is a machine, not really a farm, the food it produces is terrible in terms of taste and nutrition, and includes toxic residues from pesticides, herbicides and chemically synthesized fertilizers. The ultimate irony is that we now devote the best farmland on the planet, the American Midwest, to growing high-fructose corn syrup. It’s a prime culprit in our country’s diabetes epidemic. The ripple effect goes on and on. On the other hand, consider what would happen if the price of oil went up high enough that this nation could no longer afford to farm in the manner preferred by agribusiness behemoths? What would happen is that we’d need more Americans engaged in healthier farming, with human labor and ingenuity replacing some of the fossil fuel. That would increase yields per acre and also increase the quality of the foods we eat. Research studies reported by Jules

Pretty, pro-vice-chancellor of the University of Essex, UK, in his book, Agri-Culture, have proved that

small farms around the world are routinely as productive as agro-industrial lands, and

that low-input farming, too, can feed the world with a wholesale switchover.

Again, this is already starting to happen: Farmers’ markets continue to be the fastest growing part of our nation’s food economy; the last agricultural census found that the number of farms in the United States is increasing for the fi rst time in a century-and-a-half. That’s good news and potentially great news, but small farming,

co-ops and organic production will remain a small, marginal trend until the price of energy changes. The

day that happens is the day that everyone fi nds their way to a local farmers’ market.

Helpful changes roll out, from bus and train commutes

replacing cars to the rising popularity of densely inhabited urban blocks, as cul-de-

sac suburbia loses its appeal. Local storefronts naturally get the nod over big box chain stores, too,

and so on.

The Key to ChangeHow do we make it happen? How do we change the price of energy, which is what almost every observer thinks is the only way we can make a real change in the physics and chemistry of the current global warming phenomenon, and make an effective difference in the short time allowed before the harmful consequences explode exponentially? If only everyday people could do it solely by making personal energy improvements around the house, at work and in their communities—through such steps as switching to more energy-effi cient light bulbs and riding our bikes to work. Such changes are good to do, of course, and it all helps, but we don’t have a century to turn around our global situation. Which means we also need to engage in… politics. We need to put the pressure on our leaders now to change the price of energy now. Remember—they’re getting plenty of pressure from lobbyists pocketing profi ts on the other side. Because of government subsidies and cartels, fossil fuel is the most profi table industry humans have ever engaged in; last year, Exxon Mobil Corporation made more money than any company in recorded history. That buys them a lot of power. We won’t be able to outspend them, so we will have to do what people have always done when they have found themselves needing to take charge of their future: We must build a movement. Politicians won’t change because scientists tell them we have a problem—they’ll change because enough people tell them they have to, or they’ll lose their jobs. Building just this kind of movement is entirely possible.

Citizen Action PlanTwo years ago, a few concerned citizens joined me in launching 350.org, a wholly grassroots campaign that takes its name from a wonky scientifi c data point. NASA scientists led by James Hansen have published reams of data showing that, “Any value for carbon in the atmosphere greater than 350 parts per million [ppm] is not compatible with the planet on which civilization developed and to which life on Earth is adapted.” It sounds like an unpromising banner to rally people around—too serious and too depressing, because we’re already well past the 350 mark. The atmosphere is currently at 392 ppm carbon dioxide, which is why the Arctic is melting. So far,


we’ve racked up some successes; in October 2009, we held an International Day of Action that created some 5,200 demonstrations in 181 countries. That’s a lot—in fact, CNN called it, “… the most widespread day of political action in the planet’s history.” Online images posted from those events banish wrong preconceptions people might have about who is and is not an environmentalist. Most of the rallies were orchestrated by poor, black, brown, Asian and young people, because that’s what most of the world is made up of. Six weeks later, at the 2009 UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, 117 nations endorsed that 350 target, which was good; except that they were 117 poor and vulnerable nations, not the richest and most addicted to fossil fuels. So, we fi ght on. This October, we’re holding a 10/10/10 Global Work Party. It’s set to spread around the world, too, with people in thousands of communities doing something practical: putting solar panels on local schools, harvesting community gardens and planting mangroves along rising shorelines. In Auckland, New Zealand, they aim to repair every bicycle in every garage. The intention will be twofold. Point one is that bikes are good. Ditto solar panels. We need both in our communities. Point two acknowledges that we know we can’t solve climate change one bike path at a time. So we’re also intent on sending a strong political message to our leaders: If we can get to work, so can you. Right now. If I can climb up on the roof of the school to hammer in a solar panel, you can climb to the fl oor of the Senate and hammer out some helpful legislation. It’s time to shame our government and corporate leaders a little, and maybe inspire them, too. We all need to get to work addressing climate change right where we live, in our communities. We need to build towns and cities that make sense and create jobs for families. We also need to build a world that works, because the best organic gardener on Earth won’t be able to cope with 30 straight days of rain, or a month

with no rain at all, without helpful policies. That means resorting to politics, which is another way of saying that we must work together as people for better solutions to climate change than what we have now. It can be beautiful. If you don’t believe me, check out the pictures at 350.org.

I dare you.

Bill McKibben is the author, most recently, of the bestselling Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet. He’s the founder of 350.org, and a scholar in residence at Middlebury College in Vermont. The Boston Globe this year described him as “…probably the country’s leading environmentalist,” and Time called him “…the planet’s best green journalist.”

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The town sits 11 feet above sea level, and unchecked climate change could erode its beaches or fl ood the town. Residents are taking matters into their own hands. “We could ignore it, let the federal government deal with it,” Mayor Lori Hollingsworth says. “We’re not willing to do that.” Last year, Lincoln City committed to becoming carbon neutral, through renewable energy, energy effi ciency and carbon offsets. Communities like Lincoln City have long been ahead of Congress and the White House on climate commitments. Cities fi rst began committing to Kyoto Protocol goals in 2005, through the U.S. Conference of Mayors Climate Protec-tion Agreement. Now, more than 1,000 cities in the United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico have signed on. The community climate movement goes beyond government initiatives; it’s a cultural shift involving people from tiny rural towns to major metropolitan areas.

The Heart of Climate ActionThe fast-growing college town of Berea, Kentucky, is one of scores of U.S. com-munities that have become Transition Towns and formed a diffuse, grassroots network, led by individuals who are working to transform their own commu-nities. While Berea is seeing its subdivi-sions expand and farmland disappear,

one group of residents is making plans to help their community end its reliance on fossil fuels. Berea locals have a goal they’re calling “50 x 25.” By 2025, they aim to have the town using 50 percent less en-ergy, deriving 50 percent of the energy it does use from local sources, procuring 50 percent of its food from farms and processors within 100 miles of town, and generating 50 percent of its gross domestic product from locally owned, independent businesses. The Transition Town Berea group holds monthly reskilling workshops to help locals acquire the know-how to grow their own food, weatherize their houses and install solar panels. Their projects help neighbors replant lawns with edibles and build raised vegetable beds. They’ve also auctioned rain bar-rels painted by local artists and orga-nized a 100-Mile Potluck to celebrate local food and farmers.

Building a Future from the Ground UpThe Transition Towns movement in the United States is less than two years old, but it came from the seeds of earlier re-localization efforts and other commu-nity climate groups and nonprofi ts. A lecture on climate change may not appeal to everyone, but advocates fi nd they can interest people in things like gardening, says Richard Olson, di-rector of the Berea College Sustainabil-

Transition TownsWhere Sustainable Living is Realby Tara Lohan

greenliving ity and Environmental Studies program. “We talk to them about heirloom seeds and what their grandparents grew and if they’d like to learn canning. We get them involved without even mention-ing transition or sustainability.” Interest in climate-readiness is spreading: Austin, Texas, has an ambi-tious plan to make city facilities, ve-hicles and all other operations carbon-neutral by 2020. Louisville, Colorado, now has a car share program. Charlot-tesville, Virginia, is creating a trail sys-tem for walking and biking to connect schools, parks and other public spaces. Greensburg, Kansas, a city of fewer than 2,000, was leveled by a tornado in May 2007. Residents have decided to rebuild as green as they can, re-quiring all city buildings to meet the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED platinum rating for top-level environ-mentally friendly construction. They’ve also formed the group Greensburg GreenTown to increase public educa-tion about green living, make resources available at the library and distribute educational materials through online and telephone classes and events. Green building initiatives also are spreading, thanks in part to Architecture 2030, a nonprofi t based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which calls for an immediate 50 percent reduction in fossil fuel consump-tion in new buildings and renovations, and sets a goal of carbon-neutral design by 2030. The U.S. Conference of Mayors adopted the program in 2006. These communities hope they can lead the way toward the big changes we’ll need, both nationally and in-ternationally, to respond to climate change. “Working at the community level to build resilience is the strategy that has the most chance of success,” observes Olson. “It’s not going to take until our grandchildren’s generation to see if we’ve succeeded. I think in 10 years we’ll see if we’re going to have a chance.”

For more information visit TransitionUS.org.

Tara Lohan is a contributing writer to YES! Magazine, a senior editor at AlterNet and editor of the book, Water Consciousness.


By Elizabeth Daniels

In October 2008 Mayor Ballard launched SustainIndy, an initiative designed to move Indianapolis

toward being a more sustainable and livable city. Led by the City’s Offi ce of Sustainability, it is aimed at delivering long-term cost savings to tax payers and improving the local environment through numerous programs, partnerships and projects. Two years after the launch, Indy residents are beginning to see results. According to Kären Haley, director of the Offi ce of Sustainability, the ultimate goal is to make Indianapolis one of the most sustainable cities in the Midwest. She says though sustainability and “going green” mean different things to different people, for SustainIndy, it means using best practices to create lasting environmental, economic and community vitality. “We want to create a city where people want to live and want to call home,” she says. “That means leading by example – making building more effi cient, offering sustainable solutions for the city’s infrastructure projects or creating community gardens.” When SustainIndy was fi rst launched, Haley says they were essentially given a blank slate. Since then, she says they touch “all things green” in the city and have worked diligently to enhance residents’ quality of life and ensure that the community remains vibrant and healthy for future generations. The City’s bicycling initiative has been one of the most widely recognized programs. In 2008, Indy had less than a mile of bike paths. Now, it boasts more than 25 miles and is expected to increase by 20 more miles within the next year. Eventually, the City hopes to have more than 200 miles of bike lanes. The City encourages people to choose bicycling for recreation and

transportation by promoting events such as “Bike to Work Day,” and “Mayor’s Bike Day,” and offering public safety videos and other resources. “Bicycling not only helps improve fi tness and health, but improves air quality and creates a greater sense of community,” says Haley. Urban gardening is another top priority for Mayor Ballard and the City of Indianapolis. By participating in urban gardening, residents can help foster a sustainable food future for Indianapolis residents, while meeting others and cultivating new relationships. The Offi ce of Sustainability, in partnership with the Department of Metropolitan Development and the Indianapolis Land Bank, recently announced the launch of a new Urban Garden Program, in which abandoned or unutilized land is made available to community groups or individuals for the purpose of urban gardening. “People interested in starting a garden have to apply,” explains Haley. “It is a wonderful way to become involved.” Other gardening incentives include Indy [Grows] Gardens, which provides residents the opportunity to purchase a plot through many community groups. In addition, IndyParks operates three community gardens, in which participants pay a small fee each year and maintain a plot of land in a garden shared by others. Keeping citizens educated and informed is crucial to the success of SustainIndy. A comprehensive website details projects, information and tips on what residents can do to be more energy effi cient and save money. “This process is not something that happens overnight,” says Haley. “But people will start seeing a difference-from porous pavement on the streets

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Based upon what he observed at a plantation in Hawaii on his fi rst job out of medical school, California physician John McDougall has eaten a vegan diet for

35 years. There, he cared for workers hailing from China, Japan, Korea and the Philippines, and quickly noticed that fi rst-generation immigrants didn’t have the diseases he’d been trained to treat: no heart disease, no diabetes, no cancer, no arthritis. However, he saw more evidence of these conditions with each succeeding generation, as the workers increasingly indulged in standard American fare. “My fi rst-generation patients kept to the diet they had eaten in their home countries,” McDougall says. “They lived on rice and vegetables, with very little meat and no dairy. But, as their kids started to eat burgers and shakes, the kids got fatter and sicker.” Accounts like this contribute to the fact that today, as many as 8 million Americans say that they are vegetarians, according to a 2009 Harris Interactive survey commissioned by The Vegetarian Resource Group. Of these, about a third are vegans, who avoid meat, eggs and dairy products, as well as meat. Many choose a plant-based diet for better health; others, because they believe it’s more humane and environmentally conscious. According to the Natural Marketing Institute, as many as 30 percent of Americans say they are trying to reduce their meat intake. Vegan advocates, who include celebrities like Alicia Silverstone, Tobey Maguire and Woody Harrelson, support a robust vegan infrastructure, with new cookbooks and gourmet recipes, hip new restaurants and an explosion of websites and chat rooms devoted to a plant-based lifestyle. Some omnivores doubt that people can be either healthy or satisfi ed without the nutrients and fl avor of animal products. After all, didn’t we evolve

from meat eaters? Yes, our hunter-gatherer forbears may have liked meat, explain some experts, but it comprised only a tiny part of their diet—those animals were hard to catch. Instead, early humans subsisted largely on wild vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. Milk and cheese didn’t become a diet staple until 10,000 years ago, and then only in Europe. Author Virginia Messina, a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in public health, based in Port Townsend, Washington, says her research for the American Dietetic Association confi rms that vegetarians overall have lower levels of bad cholesterol, less obesity and a lower incidence of both hypertension and colon cancer than meat-eaters. Vegans have even lower cholesterol and blood pressure than vegetarians who eat eggs and dairy. But eschewing animal products only leads to improved health if people follow some basic guidelines. Vegans must be sure to eat a variety of whole grains, beans, legumes, nuts and seeds—good sources of protein—as well as fruits and vegetables. (Messina notes that the average person needs about 55 grams of protein a day, about half that ingested in a typical America diet.) And, while plant diets are generally rich in iron, Messina notes that vegans need to make sure that the iron is well absorbed by eating a diet rich in vitamin C—leafy greens, as well as citrus, peppers, potatoes, melons and tomatoes. She reminds vegans to get enough zinc in their diets with nuts, seeds and seed butters like tahini. Some nutritionists suggest that vegans take a vitamin B12 supplement, as well as a calcium supplement. Vegans insist that giving up these animal products doesn’t mean giving up the pleasures of food. Perhaps no vegan chef has done more to convince skeptics than Isa Chandra Moskowitz, with cookbooks like Vegan with a Vengeance, Veganomicon, and Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World. (She also founded the Post Punk Kitchen vegan website with free recipes at theppk.com). Many of her recipes take fewer than 45 minutes to prepare, often from inexpensive ingredients. “It’s an economical way to eat,” she says. “It’s the way poor people have always eaten.” Certainly, it takes some retraining to adopt a vegan diet. Some people start by keeping meat portions to three or four ounces and going meatless one day each week, as author Michael Pollan recommends. But once people get the hang of preparing tasty, plant-based meals, they realize the breadth of the culinary experience. “The people who have been vegan for any length of time actually have a diet that’s substantially more diverse and interesting than the typical omnivore,” observes Erik Marcus, author of The Ultimate Vegan Guide: Compassionate Living Without Sacrifi ce. “You might think that your diet becomes more limited if you get rid of animal foods, but the opposite is

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Kristin Ohlson is a freelance writer in Cleveland, OH. Reach her at KristinOhlson.com.

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Defi ning Different StrokesIt’s common for people to become quasi-vegetarians on the way to a way of eating that’s even more health- and planet-friendly. Here’s a look at various dietary practices.

Omnivore: eats both plant- and animal-based foods Flexitarian: inclined to mostly eat vegetarian, but some-times adds in meat Vegetarian: eats no meat, including fi sh and shellfi sh, or any animal byproducts; also known as a lacto-ovo vegetar-ian (eats dairy and eggs) Lacto-vegetarian: a vegetarian who eats dairy products, but not eggs Ovo-vegetarian: a vegetarian who eats eggs, but not dairy products Pescetarian: a vegetarian who eats fi sh (may also avoid factory-farmed fi sh) Vegan: eats no meat, eggs or dairy, and no animal-de-rived ingredients, like gelatin, honey or whey; usually also excludes wearing and other uses of animal products, such as leather, wool, angora and cashmere Raw: consists of only unprocessed vegan foods that have not been heated above 115° Fahrenheit Macrobiotic: consumes unprocessed vegan foods and sometimes, fi sh; generally avoids refi ned oils, fl ours and sugars Fruitarian: eats only plant foods that can be harvested without harming the plant

Contributing sources: International Vegetarian Union; Vegetarian.About.com; VeggieVisitors.com

Q: How has your life been altered as a result of your food choices?A: “It was not on my list of priorities, but over several years after recovery, I lost 100 pounds, simply from a growing awareness / consciousness how our holy temple reacts to food. I was making educated choices rather than letting Ronald McDonald and Betty Crocker tell me what to eat. Suddenly, skills manifested I didn’t know I possessed. I had blunted my cosmic gifts by eating against my nature. Didn’t know I could write, give motivational speeches around the country, or host a CBS TV show on WISH TV. Once I began eating in accordance to my celestial design, groovy things began to happen. I see a bright, groovy future…it just takes time for people to realize their Temple is the only home they have. I don’t tell people not to eat meat; just get it from a local, ethical source who feed them their natural diet of grass, bugs, and worms. Become and support locavorism; it’s the future. Open your mind as well as your mouth.”~ Chef Wendell Fowler ChefWendell.com

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Q: What inspired you to make the change to a vegan diet?A: “Becoming a vegan 12 years ago was a natural transition after having already been a vegetarian for 5 years. My motivator is the belief that living beings have an innate right to live, free from our harm, and I want to do what I can to respect that right. Living this way has introduced me to so many things: amazing animals, wonderful people, and seriously delicious food!“~ Jessica Suhre Vegetarian

Q: What physical and/or emotional benefi ts have you noticed as a result of being a vegetarian?A: “I became a vegetarian 7 years ago to help gain control of my Crohn’s Disease. Everyday food choices we make impact our health on many different levels. Both fruits and vegetables contain natural anti-infl ammatory components plus other nutrients that are essential for ones overall well-being. The physical benefi ts from my

dietary changes have been tremendous and have assisted the disease into remission! “~ Elizabeth Goens MidwestVegetarian.com

Q: Is your entire family vegan or vegetarian including your children? A: “As a vegetarian for over 20 years, my husband became vegetarian two weeks after we met and we are raising our son vegetarian. School lunches cannot accommodate his diet, but that’s fi ne with us to avoid all the highly-processed, preservatives-laden foods served there. We pack lunches that offer a wide variety of proteins, fresh fruits and veggies and whole grains.”~ Julie Rhodes Environmental Consultant/Vegetarian

Q: How do you maintain good health into your golden years?A: “To maintain strength of mind and body, we emphasize a fruit and veggie diet with whole grains to keep us balanced. Equally important are our daily walks and morning swimming with three days of weight lifting at the gym. We are convinced that our diet and exercise programs are what have kept us healthy and happy into our 70s. We intend to continue with this lifestyle for the remainder of our lives.”~ Betty Lou & Norman Nancy’s Parents Q: Why choose vegan over vegetarian?

A: “I chose vegetarianism because I thought that by not eating fl esh, I would eliminate the suffering of animals from my diet. However, as I began to learn about the dairy, egg and bee keeping industry I realized that if I wanted to really do good for the animals, I’d have to become vegan. So I did. I got rid of all animal products for food, clothes and body care products.”~ April A. Tchiguka Vegan

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1Vibrational Energy with Essential Oils and Flower Essences – 10am-12pm. Learn the effects of vibrations, the difference between Essential Oils and Flower Essences, and how to combine these delicate properties, of the physical and energetic life forces, of the plant/mineral world. Product gift and materials included. $50. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. [email protected]. MotherNatureSun.com.

IDADA First Friday Art Tour – 6-9pm. Studio art-ists, art galleries and arts-related businesses are open for viewing within the 20 block square of the center of Indianapolis. Downtown. Free. IDADA.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2Walk to Defeat ALS – 11:30am. Exercise and support others battling a crippling disease by participating in the 2010 Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALS. Dona-tions accepted. White River State Park, Indianapolis. 317-915-8888. WalkToDefeatALS.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8Rhythm Circle – 6:30-8pm. Learn the basic tech-niques of hand drumming and rhythm making. In this workshop, one will learn proper hand placement for creating various sounds, putting those sounds together to create rhythm and fl ow. $15. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. Wendy [email protected]. MotherNatureSun.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13Best of the Season Cooking Class – 6-8pm. This class will focus on the foods of the season, including winter squash, pears, apples, and root vegetables. Simple and scrumptious recipes for busy lifestyles will be provided. $35. Reinventing Wellness, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. [email protected].

Living Well with ADD/ADHD – 7-8pm. Learn ways to identify imbalances and improve the health and vitality of not only one’s child with ADD/ADHD, but the rest of the family as well. Free. Morter Health

Center, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300. [email protected]. Morter HealthCenter.com

Wellness Orientation Workshop – 6-6:45pm. Learn how to make informed choices leading to a healthier and more balanced life. Distinctions are made between health/crisis care and true wellness. Free. Stillpoint Family Chiropractic, 9780 Lantern Rd, Fishers. 317-863-0365. DrPennella.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14Chakra Dhyana – 6:30-8pm. This one hour class will consist of Kundalini warm up with Beatles, chanting the Chakra Dhyana with tuning forks and crystal bowls played to allow the chakras to open further, and end with savasana (meditation). Bring a yoga mat, blanket, and/or pillow. $15. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Fergu-son St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. [email protected]. MotherNatureSun.com.

Healing on the Spiritual Path - Medically Verifi -able – 7pm. A lecture about medically verifiable spiritual healing presented by Dr. Mayersbach. Healed individuals share their experiences. Free. University of Indianapolis, 1400 E Hanna Ave, Schwitzer Student Center, Room 010, Indianapolis. 513-899-3115. Divine [email protected]. Bruno-Groening.org/english.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15Weekend Yoga Retreat – Continues thru Oct 17. Yoga classes and workshop will be taught by Kate Potter, creator of FitTV Namaste Yoga. $200/Workshop; $69/Single Session. For more information call: 317-920-9642. Cityoga, 2442 Central Ave, Indianapolis. CitYoga.biz.

Sounding Light – 7-8:30pm. Experience a sound bath of voice, crystal and tibetan bowls, and drums in an in-tuitive context with Janiece Jaffe. Bring a pillow, yoga mat or mediation chair. $15. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. Wendy [email protected]. MotherNatureSun.com.

Drum Circle – 7:30-9pm. Get in the groove with World beat drummer Ryan Taylor Anderson. Bring your drum or use one provided. $15. Evolutions Yoga, 2801 Fairview Pl, Ste I, Indianapolis. 317-881-9642. EvolutionsYoga.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16Living on Live Foods Level I Certifi cation Class– 10am-2pm. Become certifi ed by Alissa Cohen as raw food chef and learn how to create quick and easy recipes using organic and nutritious ingredients. Price includes breakfast, lunch and certifi cation. $125 Rein-venting Wellness, 8725 Gordonshire Dr, Indianapolis. 317-408-0110. [email protected].

Book and Media Sale – 10am-4pm. Selling of gently used books, music, and movies. $.50-$2/each. Sol Centre, 10411 N College Ave, India-napolis. 317-523-7847. [email protected]. SolCentre.us.

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10 Phases of QiGong Development – 1:30-3:30pm. A conceptual road map to assist different levels of QiGong development. $25. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWell [email protected]. MotherNatureSun.com.

47th Annual Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House – through Oct. 31. Days and times vary. See website for details. $5.50 – $6.50. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. 3000 N. Meridian St, In-dianapolis. 317-334-3322. ChildrensMuseum.org/hauntedhouse.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20Meditation Class – 6-7pm. An opportunity to cultivate the practice of meditation. Free. Stillpoint Family Chiropractic, 9780 Lantern Rd, Ste 230, Fishers. 317-863-0365. DrPennella.com.

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Dirty Dog & Suds Wash-a-thon Fundraiser – 10am-4pm. Volunteer washers will give one’s dirty dog an awesome fall freshening in an indoor dog wash. Everything in the store will be on sale, including dog food. Profi ts from the day will benefi t Greyhound Pets of America, Indianapolis. $12/wash; $8/nail trims. Healthy Hounds, 9809 Fall Creek Rd (next to Geist Kroger), Indianapolis. 317-585-9663. GPAIndy.org. HealthyHoundsIndy.com.

Kid’s Blast: A Family Wellness Fair – 2-6pm. Free health screenings, fun yoga and fi tness classes for the whole family, yummy snacks, games, prizes and more. Mom and Dad are invited to participate in a healthy cooking class on kid-friendly foods from 4-6pm. $5/yoga class; $25/cooking class. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

Glitter for Girls Workshop – 2-4pm. Ages 13-17. Inspiring girls to sparkle through yoga, health, self esteem, positive relationships and more. $25; $35 after Oct 8. For more information call: 317-920-9642. Cityoga, 2442 Central Ave, Indianapolis. CitYoga.biz.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26Controlling Candida Cooking Class – 5:30-7:30pm. Learn what foods help cleanse the body of the bad bacteria and how to restore the health of one’s digestive tract. $35. Reinventing Wellness, 8725 Gordonshire Dr, Indianapolis. 317-408-0110. Sarah@Reinventing Wellness.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27Wellness Orientation Workshop – 1-1:45pm. Learn how to make informed choices leading to a healthier and more balanced life. Distinctions are made between health/crisis care and true wellness. Free. Stillpoint Family Chiropractic, 9780 Lantern Rd, Fishers. 317-863-0365. DrPennella.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28“Alive One” An Evening of Revitalization and Celebration – 5:30-9:30pm. The evening will include: The Bhakti Vinyasa Project at 5:30pm; “Alive” Dinner and Living Raw Foods Discussion facilitated by local Alicia Pahs at 7:15pm; Mantra and Sacred Songs of Kristin Luna Ray at 8:15pm. $20/Vinyasa; $25/Din-ner & Mantra; $40/both. Prices increase after Oct 21. Cityoga, 2442 Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. CitYoga.biz.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29Ladies’ Night Out – 5-9pm. Healthy snacks and wine, facials and spa services, massages, reiki, footbaths, all natural hand treatments and skincare consultations. Take a night off for this fun, supportive, and empow-ering evening just for the ladies. Prices start at $10/service. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. RSVP. WeCre-ateWellness.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31The Art of Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. Learn about the art of meditation and how to maximize one’s benefi ts from incorporating it into one’s wellness life-style. $15. Donations accepted for those with fi nancial hardship. Please call to reserve seat. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Suite A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

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mondayFarm Market – Mon-Wed, 9am-6pm; Thu-Sat, 9am-7pm. Year Round. Featuring quality apples, pumpkins, plants, local food, produce, meat, and more. Tuttle Orchards, 5717 N County Rd 300 West, Greenfi eld. 317-326-2278. TuttleOrchards.com.

Kids Yoga – 4:45-5:45pm. Yoga can help kids learn techniques to combat today’s challenging world by practicing basic yoga poses to increase fl exibility and build strength all while having fun with their friends. Reserve spot 24 hrs in advance. $5. Pause for a Pose Yoga. Cumberland Park Community Building, 10580 Cumberland Rd, Fishers. 317-473-2181. [email protected].

Tai Chi Easy Class – 7-8pm. All levels, no experi-ence. De-stress with this modifi ed Tai chi program. Included is Qigong moving-breathing exercises, Tai chi movements, meditation, self hand and foot massage. $11/class; $54/6. The Healing Chi Wellness Center, 72 S Jefferson St, Danville. 317-441-2111. [email protected]. TheHealingChi.com.

Women’s Community Drum Circle – 7-8pm. Group Discussion – 8-9pm. No experience needed. Drum-ming is a great way to relieve stress and connect with other women in a spirit of unity. All drums and percussion provided. “Journey,” a group discussion on current empowerment issues, follows the circle. $5. Bongo Boy Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash St, Ste1100, Castleton. 317-771-0241. [email protected]. BongoBoyMusic.com.

tuesdayStorytime Yoga for Kids – 12-1pm. Starts October 23. Ages 3+. Children will learn stories from around the world and yoga poses to act them out. Yoga philosophy can help build children’s self-confi dence and self-worth. This program is lead by Bloomington based Master-Certified Storytime Yoga instructor Saksi. $40/4 weeks; $12/drop-in. Peaceful Heart Yoga Studio, 550 E Jefferson St, Franklin. 843-267-5381. Peaceful-Heart-Yoga.com. [email protected].

Groovin’ In the Garden – 5-7pm. Free live music enjoyed with wine and great food. Order carry-out from several local restaurants for delivery right to the wine garden table. Featuring local Indiana food prod-ucts. Easley Winery, 205 N College Ave, Indianapolis. 317-636-4516. EasleyWinery.com.

The Path to Wellness Series – 5:30-6:45pm. Topics include: “The Seven Secrets to Health and Better Healing”, “The Astonishing Dr. You”, “Changing Your Child’s Future” and many more. Free. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. Contact Kathy to reserve seat: 317-733-9630. [email protected]. ZionsvilleChiropractor.com.

Intermediate Hatha Yoga – 6-7pm. Allyson Hawkins will lead an hour of relaxation, stretching and medita-tion. Some yoga experience required. $11/class; $54/6.

The Healing Chi Wellness Center, 72 S Jefferson St, Danville. 317-441-2111. [email protected].

Yoga Flow – 6-7:15pm. See Sun. listing. Optimal Well-ness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

Labyrinth Walk and Yoga – 6-8pm. Hatha Yoga Class followed by labyrinth walk. Free Labyrinth Walk. Reg-ister for Yoga. Pathways to Wellness, 3129 E 48th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-2955. [email protected].

Evening with the Doctor – 7-8:15pm. Learn about the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique that is an extraordinarily effective healing modality. Learn about the six essentials for a healthy, pain-free life, and what one can do to get better faster and stay better longer. Free. Morter Health Center, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140, Carmel. Reservation required: 317-872-9300. MorterHealthCenter.com.

Sahaja Meditation – 7-8pm. Discover meditation, a state of profound, deep peace that occurs when the mind is calm and silent, yet completely alert. Learn how to meditate at home with easy to learn tech-niques. No prior knowledge is necessary, everything is explained. Free. Franklin Road Branch Library, 5550 S Franklin Rd, Indianapolis. 317-300-4561. [email protected]. IndianaMeditation.org/meeting-locations/.

Vinyasa Yoga – 7:45-9pm. Help put one’s muscles and mind at ease with Vinyasa yoga. Improve fl ex-ibility, spiritual health and emotional growth. $30/4 classes. Noblesville Athletic Club, 411 S Harbour Dr, Noblesville. 317-776-0222. [email protected]. NACFitness.com.

wednesdayWellness Walks – 9-9:30am and 6-6:30pm. All ages and levels. The Power of Slow Gear. This class utilizes slower movements, engaging one’s muscles differently. Combines stretching, breathing, posture, sideways and backward movements, low impact. $10/class; $7/with a friend. The Labyrinth, 2809 State Rd 38 E, Westfi eld. Janet Tarr: 317-440-1732. J-Tarr.com.

Indianapolis Farmers’ Market at the City Market– 9:30am-1:30pm. Market Street between Delaware and Alabama Sts, Indianapolis. 317-634-9266. IndyCM.com.

Gentle Yoga – 11am-12pm. Focus on sequences to relieve fatigue and stress. Postures will focus on breathing and movement to encourage energy and relaxation. Props will be used and modifi cations made as necessary. Pilates Wellness Studio, 1233 Pkwy Dr, Zionsville. Contact Tobie Hall: 317-873-2163. PilatesWellnessStudio.com.

Greenwood Farmers’ Market – 2:30-6pm. Green-wood Public Library, 310 S Meridian St, Greenwood. 317-883-9144. OldTownGreenwood.com.

12-Step Meditation – 7-8pm. This gathering is open to anyone working a 12-step program of recovery regardless of addiction. Based loosely on The 12-Step Buddhist, by Darren Littlejohn, this group is meant to complement rather than take the place of regular 12-step meetings. No experience in meditation required. Free. Held at 125 Spruce St, Indianapolis. 317-637-5683. [email protected]. TheChurchWithin.org.

Sahaja Meditation – 7-8pm. Learn, Practice and Enjoy Meditation. Experience a simple yet powerful meditation technique. Free. Old National Bank, 4805 E 96th St, Fishers, 317-456-2021. [email protected].

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dailyPilates Reformer Classes – No Sun classes. Mon: 8am, 9am, 10am, 6:30pm; Tue: 1:30pm, 3pm, 6:30pm; Wed: 9am, 10am, 6:30pm; Thurs: 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm; Fri: 9am, 10am; Sat: 9am, 10am. Engages the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek, toned body with slender thighs and fl at abs. Pilates also improves overall health resulting in increased fl exibility, agility and economy of motion. Inner You Pilates, 14950 Greyhound Ct, Indianapolis. 317-571-8367. InnerYou Pilates.com.

Waterman’s Farm Market – 8am-7pm. Year round. Large variety of produce and food-related products. 7010 E Raymond St, Indianapolis. WatermansFarm Market.com.

Locally Grown Gardens – Mon-Fri 9am-9pm; Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm. Year round. Chef owned and operated year round farm market offering a variety of produce, plants, pies, breads and more. Lunch and dinner served daily. 1050 E 54th St, Indianapolis. 317-255-8555. LocallyGrownGardens.com.

sundayYoga Intensive with Eric Bryant – 11:30am-1:30pm. Second Sun. each month. Intermediate/advanced. Moving meditation yoga practice. Eric leads a series of fl owing, heat- producing Vinyasas to harmonize the breath through standing poses, toxin-shedding twists and balances, followed by meditation. $15/members, $20/walk-ins. Source Yoga Center, 8609 E 116th St, Fishers. 317-915-9642. [email protected]. SourceYoga.net.

Pay What You Can Yoga Classes – 12:15-1:30pm. Bi-weekly yoga classes open to everyone. See website for info. Donations. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 East 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

Yoga Flow – 4-5:15pm. All levels of experience. A unique, complete way to improve fl exibility and strength in one’s body, mind and life. $15/class; $60/5 classes. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. WeCreateWellness.com.

Meditation Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Manage stress, anxi-ety, control high blood pressure, insomnia, headaches, and mental fatigue. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques and build a strong support system with like-minded friends. Free. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. Pre-register: 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

Pranayama (Breathwork) Workshop – 6pm. Breath work is used to reduce symptoms (asthma, allergies), to support vocations and avocations (musicians, sing-ers, theatre actors), and to synchronize mind, breath and body (bring awareness, inner calm, or energy as needed). Donations. Cityoga, 2442 Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. CitYoga.biz.


thursdayGeist Farmers’ Market – 2:30-6:30pm. 8115 Oak-landon Rd (intersection with Fox Rd), Indianapolis. 317-517-0484.

38th and Meridian Farmers’ Market – 4-6:30pm. North United Methodist Church, 3808 N Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-924-2612.

Farmers’ Market at Chateau Thomas Winery – 4-7pm. Chateau Thomas Winery, 6291 Cambridge Way, Plainfi eld. 317-837-9463. ChateauThomas.com.

Meditation Hikes – 4pm. Hike, organized by Global Peace Initiatives, takes visitors throughout IMA’s grounds and gardens, sometimes in silence and some-times with dialogue. Hikes occur regardless of the weather. Meet at the Efroymson Entrance Pavilion. Free. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis.

Kundalini Yoga – 6-7:20pm. A unique blend of pos-tures, breath work, meditation, and chanting. Different every week. Modifi cations available for any fi tness level. $13/Walk In, $10/10 classes. Peace Learning Ctr. Eagle Creek Park. PeaceThroughYoga.com.

Healthy Chocolate: Find Out More – 7pm. An hour that could change one’s life. To get one’s free chocolate, mention Joyce. Holiday Inn at the Pyramids. 317-363-2262.

Mind, Body, Spirit Class – 7-8pm. First Thurs each month. Tap into and live from one’s wisdom within. With Life Coach Dane McCullough discover one’s full potential. Free. Life Coach Dane & Company, 2424 E Main St, Plainfi eld. 317-432-7426. DaneMc [email protected]. LifeCoachDane.com.

Prenatal Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Pregnant and searching for a gentle, healthy way to continue yoga practice or remain vibrant, fl exible and fi t during one’s body’s important journey? Stretch and tone while centering thru breathing. $15/walk-in, $10/member. Source Yoga Center, 8609 E 116th St, Fishers. 317-915-9642. [email protected]. SourceYoga.net.

Community Drum Circle – 7:15-8:30pm. No experi-ence needed. Release some tension and stress. Nothing needed except a willingness to have fun; all drums and percussion provided. Free. Hand drum class from 6:30-7pm for a lesson in the basics prior to the drum circle. $5. Bongo Boy Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash St, Ste 1100, Castleton. 317-771-0241. [email protected]. BongoBoyMusic.com.

fridayFriday Specials – 7am-2:30pm. New specials every Fri. as well as Sun. Stop in each week to try something on the new menu. Lunch begins at 10:30am. Sample Tea of the Day. Prices vary. Tulip Noir, 1224 W 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-848-5252. [email protected]. TulipNoirCafe.com.

National Arts Program Exhibit – 2-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm. Exhibit of artworks created by City of Indianapo-lis employees, retirees and their families as they com-pete for cash prizes. Free. Garfi eld Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis. 317-327-7066.

The Green Market – 4-8pm. Shop from local farmers and artisans. Get fresh vegetables and local handmade goods and support the community at the same time. The Green Market, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com.

saturdayBroad Ripple Farmers’ Market – 8am-12:30pm. Some vendors open at 7:30am. Broad Ripple High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Ave, in lot behind school, Indianapolis. 317-299-7129. BroadRippleFarmers Market.com.

Binford Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Ends Oct 23. Hawthorn Plaza, Binford Blvd and 62nd St, India-napolis. 317-841-0755. BinfordFarmersMarket.com.

Cumberland Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Fresh vegetables in season, fl owers, produce, cheeses, herbs and spices, crafts, jewelry, entertainment and more. Cumberland Town Hall, 11501 E Washington St, Cumberland.

Greenwood Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Green-wood Public Library, 310 S Meridian St, Greenwood. 317-883-9144. OldTownGreenwood.com.

Noblesville Farmers’ Market – 8am-12:30pm. River-view Hospital, 395 Westfi eld Rd, located next to the hospital at Conner St (Ind 38 and Ind 19), Noblesville. 317-776-0205. Noblesville.biz/NMain Street/fm.

Yoga Flow – 9-10:15am. See Sun listing. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zi-onsville. WeCreateWellness.com.

Farmers’ Market at the City Market – 9:30am-1:30pm. Market Street between Delaware and Alabama Sts, Indianapolis. 317-634-9266. IndyCM.com.

Free Martial Arts Intro Session – 10-11am. Instill-ing the qualities of self-confi dence, self-discipline and self-control builds a strong foundation for success in all aspects of a person’s life. Free. Broad Ripple Martial Arts Academy, 5145 E 65th St, Indianapolis. 317-251-2488. [email protected]. BroadRipple MartialArts.com.

Quantum Fit Open House – 12-1:30pm. First Sat each month. Learn Quantum Fit’s training methods: teaches core movements, sound nutritional basics and takes one through one’s fi tness assessment workout. Free. Quantum Fit (inside Broad Ripple Martial Arts), 5145 E 65th St, Indianapolis. 317-658-1827. [email protected]. QFitIndy.com.

Introductory Talks on Yoga – 12-12:30pm. Every Sat. Free. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642. RSVP.

Vinyasa – 12:30pm. First Sat each month. Also of-fering one’s fi rst heated yoga class for free even with past attendance/current students. Invoke Studio, 970 Fort Wayne Ave, Ste C, Indianapolis. 317-631-9642. InvokeStudio.com.

Intro to Yoga – 3-4pm. Third Sat each month. Contact Janie. Source Yoga, 8609 E 116th St, Fishers. 317-915-YOGA. SourceYoga.net.

The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery – 3pm. This program, lead by Nikki Myers and Nate Rush, uses discussion, asana, pranayama and meditation to explore addiction and recovery within the body/mind continuum. It weaves together the wisdom of yoga and the practical tools of 12-step programs. Donations. Cityoga, 2442 Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. CitYoga.biz.

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