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Hello 2015! Welcome to the opportunity to turn a page and invite a new year of progress. Janu-

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A new year reminds me, as Disney’s “Jungle Book” song advises, to bear in mind that it helps to “accentuate the positive” and “eliminate the negative”, keep bad stuff from creeping in. That’s important primarily because our subcon-scious accepts as truth the critical statements we tell ourselves about ourselves and others. The challenge is to drown out such whispers with life affirming declarations. When we take care with our words, spoken within or aloud, we are consciously aligning with our intent. Money has been part of my study this year. Society surrounds it with misconceptions that include impoverished thinking, shame and fear. Repeating unhelpful patterns can lead to undermining behaviors that work against our best interests. Finding a way to forge a comfortable relationship with money is key to setting us free to live our best life. Recently, I was afforded the opportunity to learn about Access Bars with Dr. Paul Stratton, in Doylestown. The overarching theme with this modality is to release limiting thoughts, beliefs and emotions and open up to unlimited pos-sibilities. Such transition allows us to live with greater ease. What can we start thinking and doing differently this month? This month’s special Health & Wellness issue affords extra motivation to make the most of the rich offerings from our local natural health and wellness practitioners and facilities. Starting on page 20, many of them share their visions and hopes for the new year, both for themselves and you, dear readers. Let’s resolve to make the upcoming year one to remember as we open sun-shiny windows of thought to experiencing an ever brighter future. We only need to believe in our capacity for good; the strength to achieve it is within.

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Low Magnesium Levels Linked to Kidney DiseaseA study from

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

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

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The Reign of MetabolismMany perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determining energy expenditure via the number of calo-ries burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually encompasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces

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connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle. When several complex conditions exist simultane-ously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Re-gardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflammation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.

A Holistic ApproachDoctors that specialize in functional integrative medi-cine strive to improve the health and well-being of patients by engaging them in their own healing process. One popularapproach is practiced by Durango, Colo-rado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges. “To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balanc-ing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunc-tion, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo. For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemis-try by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory sys-tem—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin. When four of the eight major organ systems—im-

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

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


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Avoid Energy VampiresProblem: We all know someone that exhausts us, according to Dr. Judith Orloff, Venice Beach, California, author of the new book, The Ecstasy of Surrender. Maybe he or she talks endlessly about personal matters, is incessantly negative, a gossip or a guilt-tripper.

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Slow and steadyToo often we force ourselves into strict, harsh resolutions, attempting to quit bad habits cold-turkey or dive com-pletely into a new lifestyle. This may work for some people, but for many it is their resolution’s downfall. Ease into larger changes and allow the body to process the benefits of the new plan. “Gentleness, support and nourish-ing our way into what we want is the way to go, always,” says Barbara Meza, of Conscius Vita, in Yardley. “In this respect, Conscius Vita works with the body/mind, helping you connect the mental, emotional and physical. This is subtle, but supporting yourself and your resolution makes it more probable that you will keep it.” Don’t get overwhelmed. “I believe in baby steps. Small changes made continuously add up quickly and do make a difference,” says Stephanie Brown, of EZLifescan, in Gilbertsville. “Don’t bite off more than you can chew; make goals realistic and attain-able.” Julie Ann Allender, a therapist in Sellersville, agrees. Setting a manage-

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Focus on current successes“Remember, there is nothing wrong with you!” encourages Susan Burger, of Dr. Susan Burger’s Vitality Center, in Morrisville. “While life is a process of healing and growing, it is important to honor that you are okay with where you are and who you are.” Burger helps clients using the process of Neuro-Emotional Technique and other coaching support. “With these techniques, I act as a catalyst for you to dissolve old programming and beliefs that no longer serve you,” explains Burger. This mind-body trans-formation allows clients to be present, and to give more unconditional love to themselves and others. “Start with loving yourself just the way you are,” reminds Burger. “See that beautiful spirit inside and know that you can release the past, because is it just that—the past.”

Consult a hypnotistOne method that many have heard of or used to keep resolutions is hypnosis. Barry Wolfson, of Hypnosis Counsel-ing Center, in Flemington, New Jersey, helps clients quit bad habits like smok-ing and unhealthy eating. “Many folks ask me why hypnosis will work while other methodologies

don’t. Hypnosis is an ‘alpha’ state of mind, which is a dreamlike state simi-lar to yoga and meditation,” explains Wolfson. “I use my voice to put clients into a very relaxed state where I can then plant positive suggestions for change.” Customized audio CDs for each client reinforce what’s done in the session and aid in permanent success.

Eat local, eat healthy, eat rightEating healthier, local foods is a com-mon and smart resolution to make. A great way to begin eating better and stick to the routine is to join or shop at a local food co-op—which will do most of the local food search for you. “At the co-op, we’ve vetted the food for you,” says Lisa White, of Doylestown Food Co-op. “By knowing where it came from and how it was produced, we have brought in only the best.” White recommends buying whole foods (mostly fruits and vegetables), eating meat, eggs and dairy that are free of antibiotics and added hormones and reading the labels on all processed and prepared food. “Every year at Ase Yoga we celebrate the new year with energy-re-leasing poses and a healthy vegetarian meal,” says Robbin Alston, of Ase Yoga Studio & Tea Room, in Philadelphia. “We believe our year becomes new when we breathe correctly, eat healthy and meditate—simply, when we en-gage in healthy living practices.” Never stop learning about nutri-tion. Christina Smith, an integrative nutrition health coach at Greenshire Arts Consortium, in Quakertown, guides and supports people in mani-festing their ideal health. Starting on January 19, she will offer her six-week, signature program covering such topics as choosing the perfect diet, healthy cooking, grocery shopping, boosting the immune system, self-care practices and addressing food allergies.

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Mental goals are important, tooWhen we make new year’s resolu-tions, we tend to focus on physical changes—exercise more, eat healthier, lose weight, gain muscle. But the body can only advance if the mind is also tended to. “Be kind to your mind this year. While diet and exercise are important, add a resolution that includes eliminat-ing unnecessary mental and emotional stress,” recommends Lisa Rhodes, of Integrative Health Care, in Fountain-ville. “Look at the major stresses in life and assess if you are choosing to take part in others’ challenges unnecessar-ily. If applying your mental and emo-tional energy to a certain stress cannot change the situation, let that particular

stress go.” Rhodes recommends writing your resolution in a place where it will be seen every day. “Form your resolution in a way that will motivate you,” she says. “For instance: ‘I will feel free, healthy and at peace when I no longer allow _____ to be a stress in my life.’” Resolve to reduce, buffer or over-come stress. Though it may be difficult to completely eliminate external factors that contribute to stress, we can bolster the body and mind’s ability to cope. Those who process stress well are able to live healthier, happier lives. “We need to give ourselves fre-quent opportunities to filter out the im-pact of stress and keep our minds clear. Acupuncture works extremely well in this way if used regularly, re-balancing our internal physiology and chi energy in order to clear the muddy waters,” says Grace Rollins, of Bridge Acupunc-ture, in Doylestown. “It is important to consciously include these methods as an indispensable part of your routine and lifestyle, the same way you service your car, mow the lawn or brush your teeth.”

Don’tResolutions can be a great incentive and tool to swap bad habits for bet-ter ones, but for some, the focus on negative behaviors makes new year’s resolutions a no-go. Sondra Weidman, of the Cook-ing Club, in Telford, doesn’t like the negativity associated with new year goals. “Many resolutions are based on what people are not going to do—not smoke, not drink, not eat junk food,” she says. “When we focus on what we can’t have, rather than what we can,

we feel deprived and end up breaking the resolution.” “My advice about making resolu-tions for the new year? Don’t do it,” warns Patti McDougall, of Medicine In Balance, in Langhorne. “Instead, I recommend being kind and loving with yourself. Do some exploration as to why you may have made unhealthy choices in the past. Find that beautiful part deep inside yourself that is crying out to be cared for. Love and nurture that part and the rest will be easy.”

Get past old blockagesOne common hindrance to keeping New Year’s resolutions is a related previous struggle or injury. World Well-ness Health Institute, in Bala Cynwyd, can help with getting past what may be holding us back from exercising. “We’ll help heal your nagging injuries so you can get back to the gym,” says owner Dr. Daniel Lebowitz. The institute offers advanced services and procedures in the areas of wellness, anti-aging, regenerative and aesthetic medicine. They offer healthy workout plans, weight loss plans, hormone- and gut-balancing and anti-inflammatory eating plans. “Don’t expect perfection,” reminds Lebowitz. “Don’t give up, either.” If any of these local experts resonate with you, please be sure to look for their ad in this issue of Natural Awak-enings.

Michelle Bense is a writer and man-aging editor of Natural Awakenings BuxMont. Connect with her at [email protected].


The difference between having major depression and merely feeling “down” depends on how

severe one’s symptoms are and how long they last. It’s perfectly normal to feel sadness, grief, loneliness and lack of motivation in response to difficult life experiences, such as loss of job, an illness, death of a friend or loved one, relationship troubles or money problems. Everyone experiences the blues from time to time, but this may not necessarily mean one is clinically depressed.

Making the Distinction Between Depression and The ‘Blues’by Fatemeh Mobbaseri

Generally, feeling blue only becomes a problem and falls into the realm of true depression when the depression-like symptoms are ex-tremely severe or don’t subside after two weeks or more. For occasional down days, adopting some simple lifestyle and diet changes can help to naturally boost one’s mood.

When Depression is More Than the “Blues”Known as clinical depression, ma-jor depressive disorder, or unipolar

depression, major depression is a medical condition that interferes with one’s ability to sleep, work or actively participate in life for an extended period of time. About 14.8 million people live with major depression, according to the National Alliance for Mental Illness. The dark days of winter seem to lead people to feel depressed and can trigger some to experience depression. Anyone, regardless of age or gen-der, can have depression. However, women are more likely to experience depression than men. Also at high risk are people aged 45 to 65, those without health insurance, those who are divorced or lost a spouse, the unemployed and those who have had depression before. Common symptoms of major depression include:• Depressed mood, sadness, or feeling tearful, worthless or empty• Inability to sleep or excessive sleeping• Fatigue or loss of energy• Difficulty thinking or concentrating, or indecisiveness• Significant weight gain or weight loss• Becoming uninterested in things one formerly enjoyed• Irritability and restlessness• Lack of energy• Excessive or inappropriate guilt• Thoughts of death or suicide If one has five or more of these symptoms for most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks, and the symptoms interfere with daily activ-ities, they may have major depression. Depression is a treatable ill-ness. If symptoms don’t go away on their own, it’s important to meet with a doctor or healthcare provider for an evaluation and learn about treat-ment options. By making the distinc-tion between the blues and clinical depression, one can take the steps to improve mood and quality of life.

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Some ways to beat the blues:• Limit caffeine intake.• Don’t overindulge in comfort foods.• Avoid alcohol and other drugs.• Don’t isolate yourself.• Get a reasonable amount of rest.• Eat well. Protein and carbs can boost energy without a “crash”.• Exercise. Physical activity—even a 10-minute walk—will boost mood. A longer workout stimulates a release of endorphins.• Go outside. Sunlight has mood-enhancing benefits.

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The start of a new year is a time for growth, renewal, and new beginnings. It’s a time to rethink what’s possible. It’s a time to refresh our notions of what education can and should be.

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Waldorf Education approaches all aspects of schooling in a unique and comprehensive way. The curriculum is designed to meet the various stages of child development, and carefully balances academic, artistic, and practical activities to engage students’ minds, hearts, and imaginations. Waldorf teachers are dedicated to creating a genuine inner enthusiasm for learning that is essential for educational success.

Waldorf Education promises more than the memorization of facts and formulas; it provides a journey into self-discovery and sets the stage for a lifetime love of learning.

Hands-on learning is fundamental. Instead of passively receiving information, students are involved in a dynamic process of exploration, both of the world and of themselves.

Education is brought to life through experience: in storytelling, movement, recitation, observation, dramatic acting, music, drawing, and painting. Woodworking and finger knitting develop fine motor skills for writing in later years. Storytelling and song stimulate creativity and non-linear thought, vital to the development of critical thinking skills and problem-solving. Gardening teaches children about the life cycle and the environment, while keeping in tune with the seasons and harvesting healthy foods to be eaten at snack time.

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

production struggles to maintain har-mony. Each plays a part in influencing the others and determining how well the whole concert works. Fortunately, our body has masterful conductors, including the endocrine system, which coordinates all of the glands and the hormones they produce. “Players” include the adrenal, hypothalamus, pancreas, pineal, pituitary, reproductive and thyroid/parathyroid glands. “A healthy endocrine system is essential to making hormones in appropriate amounts throughout our life,” says Theresa Dale, Ph.D., a naturopathic doctor who practices as a traditional naturopath and clini-cal nutritionist in Oxnard, California, and has authored Revitalizing Your Hormones. “For example, when the ovaries shut down after menopause, the adrenal glands continue produc-ing progesterone and other essential hormones.” Dale, dean and founder of the California College of Natural Medi-cine, further assures that contrary to assertions from some conventional medicine reports, the body is able to produce necessary hormones through-out our entire life. Hormones function as chemical messengers that commute through the bloodstream as part of the infor-

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

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

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.


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One head organic red cabbageTwo heads organic green cabbage2-3 organic carrots3-5 Tbsp Celtic sea salt or other natural sea salt1 Tbsp caraway seeds (optional)1 Tbsp juniper berries (optional)3-4 quart-sized jars with tight lids

Thinly slice all of the cabbage, discarding the cores, and shred the carrots. Place the vegetables in a large bowl and sprinkle with 3-4 Tbsp of sea salt.

Stir well and then, with clean hands, massage the salt into the cabbage, spreading it around and crushing the cabbage a bit in the process. Taste—the vegetables should be pretty salty, like the ocean or potato chips. If need-ed, add more salt.

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If not in a rush, let the vegetables sit for 1-2 hours (or move on to the next step now).

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Use these delicious, nutritious recipes submitted by some of our friends in BuxMont to get 2015 off to a healthy start for the whole family.

…And a Healthy New Year!Leave at least one inch of room at the top of the jars.

If not enough liquid comes up in the jar to submerge the vegetables, add more brine. Make brine by adding 1 Tbsp sea salt to 1 quart of water. Slowly pour the brine into the jars un-til the air pockets are filled and liquid just covers the vegetables.

Screw on jar lids firmly and place the jars on the countertop, covered with a kitchen towel, for 5 to 10 days. The salt will prevent spoilage, and the pro-biotic lactobacilli naturally found on the cabbage leaves will multiply and start to break down the sugars in the vegetables, releasing tangy lactic acid, nutrients and gas in the process.

Every day, take a fork or spoon and press the ingredients in the jars back under the brine, releasing the fer-mentation gas, then replace the lids. It usually takes about one week in a 68-degree room for sauerkraut to fer-ment well. When it is nearly finished it should be producing less gas, be a pinkish color, and taste tangy, fresh and delicious. (If it smells or tastes yeasty or spoiled, discard and try a new batch with more salt.)

Eat as a nutritious, probiotic condi-ment or snack, and save any leftover sauerkraut juice to drink as an aid for indigestion.

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2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch chunks 3 Tbsp olive oil Pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large eggplant, cut in 1-inch chunks 2 red bell peppers, seeded, cut in 1-inch chunks 8 oz greens (spring mix, arugula) 8 oz fresh mozzarella or feta, sliced (optional)

Dressing 2-3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp shallot, finely chopped 2 Tbsp mixed fresh herbs (basil, tarragon, chives)

Toss sweet potatoes, eggplant, red pepper, garlic, pepper and olive oil together.

Roast on a baking stone in a 375-de-gree oven for about 30 to 45 minutes, stirring once. Remove and cool. All vegetables should be soft.

Whisk all dressing ingredients togeth-er in a small bowl.

Gently toss 2 Tbsp of dressing with vegetables. Toss greens with remain-der of dressing. Divide the greens among 4 plates, top with vegetables and a few slices of mozzarella cheese.

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Drain beans and refill pot with water to cover an inch or two.

Cook the beans until just tender; this will vary. A bean pot in the oven or a pot on the stove should be watched, as beans can cook in one hour or (unusually) as many as three hours, depending on the water content.

Blend in all of the other ingredients. The dish can be served warm or cold, immediately or the next day.

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1 eggplant, peeled and sliced ¼-inch thick2 medium zucchini, sliced ¼-inch thick2 medium summer squash, sliced ¼-inch thick2 roasted red peppersKosher salt and fresh black pepper

Cook the sliced onion in 1 Tbsp olive oil with some salt and pepper over low heat for 10 minutes, until it yields its juice. Increase heat to high and continue cooking until the juice evap-orates. Set aside and allow to cool.

Finely chop or grind the mushrooms and shallot. Sautee over high heat for five minutes, until they blacken and are dry. Set aside and allow to cool.

Lightly oil as many baking sheets as needed to hold the eggplant, zucchini and yellow squash in one layer. Sea-son with salt and black pepper. Bake at 325 degrees until the slices are cooked, but still firm enough so that they can be picked up and layered in the terrine.

Line a terrine or bread pan with film wrap. Cover the inside of the terrine with eggplant slices that just barely overlap. Let some slices hang over the edge, so that they can be folded over to cover the top of the terrine when it is filled. Layer in zucchini, mush-rooms, roasted peppers, onions and yellow squash, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper. Press down on each layer to get rid of any air pock-ets.

Bake in a water bath for 30 minutes, until the terrine has heated through. Let cool. Serve the terrine whole or in individual slices with a fresh basil vinaigrette.

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High Traffic, Pets, Long Life–Linoleum Linoleum is made from linseed oil, wood powder, resins and ground lime-stone. Mineral pigments provide rich color throughout, which prevents paler worn spots. A personalized pattern may include borders using linoleum sheets or tiles. It’s long-lasting, durable, fire-resistant, biodegradable, has no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOC) and repels dirt and dust. Note: Vinyl, made from unnatu-ral chlorinated petrochemicals, won’t wear as well or last as long as lino-leum.

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Wood-Like and Sturdy–Bamboo Bamboo generally regrows in three to five years, is twice as hard as red oak and can be stained almost any color. Edge-grained bamboo, banded togeth-er, turns flooring into a statement. Note: “It’s shipped from Asia and may have formaldehyde glues and durability problems, so shop care-fully,” advises David Bergman, a New York City green architect and author of Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide.

Long-Wearing Classic Look–Stone Travertine, limestone, granite, slate and marble are all stone flooring options. Stone can increase home value, has a classic look and is a piece of history that adds to any décor, although it’s not a renewable resource. Cork or non-petroleum-based laminated floors can give the look of stone without destroy-ing an in-situ natural resource. Note: Large blocks of stone are cut at quarries and transported to


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1 Inflammation is the new

cholesterolCholesterol is respon-sible for the buildup of fatty deposits in arter-ies. However, this is only part of the issue in heart disease. Inflamma-tion can weaken arteries and cause cholesterol buildups to break off and create blockages (heart attacks). Get levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) tested; high levels are a sign of inflammation and increased risk of heart disease.

2 Too much red meat and too much sugar can

increase the risk of cancerDietary factors cause up to 30 per-cent of cancer risk in western coun-tries. The American Cancer Society found that men and women who ate the most red meat had a 53 percent higher risk of some colon cancers. A study of 1 million Koreans over 10 years found that high sugar con-sumption could be a risk factor for several cancers. This increased risk may be mediated through glucose intolerance and insulin resistance in conjunction with overweight or obesity.

3 No smoke, less strokeCigarette smoking is a major risk

factor for heart attack and stroke.

The carbon monoxide in tobacco decreases the amount of oxygen in the blood. Toxic chemicals in tobacco also weaken the walls of blood vessels, so dangerous clots are more likely to form. The first benefits of quitting smoking are present in as little as 20 minutes, at which time blood pressure and pulse rate drop. In as little as eight hours, blood carbon monoxide levels return to normal. By 24 hours, there is already a

lower risk of heart attack or stroke.

4 Overweight increases the risk of diabetes

Men and women with increased body fat levels and increased waist-to-hip circumference ratios have higher lev-els of insulin resistance. This, in turn, is a risk factor for diabetes.

5 Knowing the signs of a heart attack can save lives

Many victims of heart attack die within a month of the incident. Most of those die before even reaching a hospital. Thus, it is crucially important to recognize the signs of a heart attack early. Signs include: chest pain, pres-sure, fullness or discomfort; pain or discomfort in one or both arms, neck, jaw, back or stomach; shortness of breath; and sweating, nausea or feel-ing light-headed. If you believe you are having a heart attack, call 911 immediately. While waiting for the ambulance, chew a single 325mg aspirin—respon-sible for a 23 percent reduced risk of death.

6 Exercising the body strengthens the brain

One study showed that exercis-ing twice a week combined with a healthy diet starting in middle age can decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 50 percent. Conversely, other studies have shown that high blood pressure, high cholesterol and overweight/obesity all contribute to a greater risk of Alzheimer’s.

7 DASH to decrease stroke risk

Treating high blood pressure can reduce the risk of stroke by up to 40 percent, according to the World Health Organization. Hyperten-sion is the largest single risk factor for stroke. The U.S. government has developed the DASH (Dietary Ap-proaches to Stop Hypertension) diet, which includes foods low in sodium and calories and high in nutritional value. Increase nuts, seeds, veg-etables and beans. Decrease meats, poultry and fish. Minimize pro-cessed, salty and cured foods.

8 Less worry, less Alzheimer’s

A study reported that people who worry and experience high levels of stress are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. The increased risk may be as much as double.

9 Healthy eating curbs the risk of heart disease

A study found that men and women who already have heart disease can cut their risk of dying by 30 percent with a Mediterranean-type diet.

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Include colorful vegetables and fruits, decrease meat and dairy and increase healthy oils and fats such as olive oil and omega-3 fatty acids.

10 Vitamin D decreases prostate cancer risk

A study found that high levels of Vitamin D may decrease pros-tate cancer risk by as much as 65 percent in some men. Other stud-ies have shown the prostate uses Vitamin D for normal growth of prostate cells and to prevent spread of prostate cancer. Foods rich in Vi-tamin D include egg yolks and liver, and margarine, cereals and milk are often fortified with it.

11 Fish decreases stroke risk

A study found that eating broiled or baked fish at least once per week decreased the risk of stroke in people 65 and up. The risk reduc-tion was as much as 28 percent. In contrast, fried fish consumption increased stroke risk by 37 percent.

12 Lifestyle can affect diabetes risk

People who walk at least 30 minutes, five times per week and reduce body weight by 7 percent are able to decrease their risk of diabetes by up to 58 percent.

13 Periodontal disease can damage the brain

Periodontal disease at an early age correlates with risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Specifically, people who have periodontal disease by age 35 had a 500 percent increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. This is more evidence of the link between chronic inflammation and diseases of aging.

14 Fitness while young correlates with a

decreased risk of chronic diseasesYoung men and women who are fit are 50 percent less likely to develop

high blood pressure and 50 percent less likely to develop diabetes. Fur-thermore, these fit, young adults are less likely to develop extensive weight gain over time.

15 Stay on top of HPVPap smears are important

but may not detect abnormalities until cancer is already present. The HPV test can help to diagnose problems at an earlier (and easier to treat) stage. Further-more, there are now HPV vaccines available, which could greatly reduce the risk of HPV-related cervical cancer over time.

16 Exercise is crucial in

controlling diabetesExercise helps diabetics con-trol their blood sugar, weight, blood pressure and cholesterol. It can also help maintain ad-equate circulation, decrease heart disease and nerve damage. Moder-ate intensity exercise for at least 30 minutes, five days per week should be adequate.

17 Wine helps prevent dementia

Compounds found in red wine appear to inhibit the development of Alzheim-er’s disease. Specifically, the wine in-hibits an enzyme that is a factor in the production of amyloid plaques in the brain. The deposition of these amyloid plaques is part of the pathology of Al-zheimer’s disease. Resveratrol, which appears to be the relevant ingredient in wine, is available as a nutritional supplement.

18 Smoking leads to early death

A study over 50 years found smokers die 10 years earlier than non-smokers. Middle-aged smokers who quit reduce their risk of death by 46 percent as compared to those who continue to smoke. Quitting smoking reduces risk of heart attack, stroke and lung cancer.

19 Multivitamins improve health

People who take multivitamins have better short-term memory, problem-solving skills and improved immu-nity.

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Most sunburns happen between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., when the sun is at its strongest. Use SPF 15 or greater sunscreen. Protect eyes with sun-glasses that block at least 99 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays. For those low on hair, don’t forget to protect the scalp as well.

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

tablets instead of ex-ploring nature, riding bikes or playing out-door games with their friends. Rather than just imposing radical reductions in screen time, parents and care-givers can meet youngsters halfway by adding apps to their handheld devices that provide tips on healthy eating, ex-ercise and behavior. Here are five that are fun for kids and promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Super Stretch Yoga HD. Super Stretch is the primary character in this yoga adventure in which players are encouraged to, “Create a peaceful, balanced life by living a NAMASTE mission: Nothing is impossible; Always be honest; Make the world a better place; Act with kindness;

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

If, the Emotional IQ Game. An ad-venture game inspired by If, a well-known poem by Rudyard Kipling, players go on a quest through Ziggu-rat, a fantasy world where they enlist energy creatures called Vims to rid their avatars of dark energy. Young-

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Smash Your Food. Nutritionist Marta De Wulf, from Bellevue, Washington, felt compelled to develop her innova-tive app when she realized that while kids understand that certain foods contain too much sugar, fat or carbs, they have no idea how the informa-tion pertains to them. The award-winning app “allows children to input their age, gender and level of physical activity to mea-sure their individual caloric need,” says De Wulf. “When they choose a food to ‘smash’ and see that eight grams of sugar cubes are in a can of soda, they’re able to process healthy food information.” Smash Your Food features audio/video of actual food smashing. “Kids are sensorial and different kinds of learners. It’s more effective than using cartoon images,” she observes. It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

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Kids Making Healthy Choices. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that rates of childhood obesity have doubled in the past 30 years. This kid- and parent-friendly app is designed to help. It springboards from San Diego, California’s Merilee Kern’s children’s book of the same title. Embedded via an e-reader, kids can

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the family, and the app helps facili-tate this in a non-threatening, helpful way.” It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

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Healthy Web EdutainmentZisBoomBah.com. “Parents typically spend 90 percent of their grocery budget on products from the inside aisles of stores,” says Karen Laszio, founder of this award-winning website, which teaches kids about the value of food in the outside (produce, dairy and meat) aisles and how to choose fresh, whole foods to incorporate into kid-friendly recipes for the whole family.

PBSKids.org/itsmylife. Designed for teens and tweens, this PBS Kids Go! website teaches children to make responsible decisions about pertinent is-sues, including drugs, alcohol, anorexia and buli-mia, and how to objectively view celebrities, dating and the challenges of puberty. Visitors can find reliable, accurate information about subjects they may not be comfortable discussing with adults or peers.

NPS.gov/WebRangers. The National Park Service online Web Rangers pro-gram enables kids to create a custom-izable ranger experience and discover national parks and historic sites around the country.


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Those wanting to reduce carbohydrate intake by eating foods with a low glycemic index based on their impact on blood sugar levels might consider

using newer tables that instead measure glycemic load, suggests New York City Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Susan Weiner. She explains that the glycemic index only considers how quickly sugars from food are released into the bloodstream. The glycemic load charts a more accurate accounting of the amount of carbohydrates in an actual serving, rather than the 50-gram (1.76-ounce) por-tion used in calculating a food’s ranking on the glycemic index scale of 1 to 100. “Glycemic load is a better indicator of how a carbohydrate food will affect blood sugar in realistic portions, espe-cially in combination with other foods, including proteins and fats,” advises Weiner.

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

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Does it sometimes feel like if we can’t do something perfectly, why should we bother doing it at all? Perfectionism feeds on such an all-or-nothing approach in following rigid self-

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into their yoga practice and make true changes in their life.

Each weekend includes the in-depth study of asana, pranayama, meditation

and philosophy.

February 7-8 • February 21-22

March 14-15 • March 28-29

Hours:Saturday

10:00-5:00pmSunday

10:30-5:30pm

Lambertville, NJ

Pre-registrationrequired,

call for more for details

or to register.

DIG Deeper Yoga Studies 2015

YOGA IMMERSIONStudy with master teachersSue Elkind & Naime Jezzeny

204 North Union Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530

609-460-4222 www.digyoga.com

New Year, New YouWhen ‘Good Enough’ Is Perfect

by Elizabeth Lombardo

Learn from the past and let it go. Live in today.

~Louise Hay


Submit your listing online at NABuxMont.com by the 10th of January for inclusion in the February issue. Please email [email protected] with questions.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 3Creating on Purpose | Harleysville

11am-12pm. This free, introductory workshop intro-duces participants to the chakra system and discusses the manifestation process that will be shared in an upcoming monthly bookstudy series based on Anodea Judith and Lion Goodman’s book Creating on Purpose. Anahata Yoga & Wellness, 703 Harleysville Pike, Harleysville. 215-740-1354. AnahataYogaWellness.com.Yoga Loka Open House | Frenchtown, NJ

1-8pm. Free classes and events at Yoga Loka all day, including yoga, meditation, tai chi, stress release tech-nique, back care classes and more. Discounted class blocks and door prizes drawn throughout the day. Yoga Loka, 34 Bridge St, Frenchtown, NJ. 908-268-7430. Yoga-Loka.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 4Healthy Weight Loss Basics | Doylestown

1-3pm. $45. In this two-hour workshop, you’ll be in-troduced to a well-researched, easy-to-digest overview of the major pitfalls of standard weightloss diets, and given an alternative paradigm based on the common, time-proven tenets of ancestral diets. Learn customiz-able strategies to eat, live, lose weight and get healthy. RSVP online or by phone. Bridge Acupuncture, 30 Garden Alley, Doylestown. 215-348-8058. BridgeAcupuncture.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7Grocery Store Tour | Harleysville

6:30-8:30pm. $29. Join Wholistic Fitness for an informa-tive grocery tour with our women’s weight loss and nutrition experts. Learn how to properly read food labels, save money and how to find nutritious foods. Call to pre-register. Henning’s Supermarket, 290 Main St, Har-leysville. 267-613-8246. WholisticFitnessOnline.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10Breast and Body Thermography | Doylestown

10am-12pm. Learn about breast and body thermogra-phy, a safe, radiation-free health screening. Discounts for all who attend. Doc Bakers Farmulations, 22 N Main St, Doylestown. 484-225-8760. SafeBreastScan.com.Owl Prowl | New Hope

5-6pm. $4/mbrs, $6/non-mbrs. Join a rare, after-hours hike around the grounds to search the preserve for owls. Learn to identify the owls likely to be found. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Rd, New Hope. 215-862-2924. bhwp.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11TM Program Intro Lecture | Doylestown

1-3pm. Free, public introductory lecture on the ben-efits of the Transcendental Meditation Program. Find out why over 6.5 million people worldwide practice this technique to reduce blood pressure, decrease anxiety and naturally reduce tension, stress and strain. Email [email protected] to reserve a seat. Tammany Farm, Doylestown. 215-783-4629. TM.org/transcen dental-meditation-doylestown.Trees in Winter | Bristol

2-3:30pm. $6. With a few tips and a good field guide, learn how to recognize our native trees in the winter. We’ll take a long walk and increase our naturalist skills. Please pre-register. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 12Discover the Lower School | Phoenixville

7:30-9:30pm. Focusing specifically on first-grade-readiness and the journey from kindergarten to first grade at Kimberton Waldorf School, this event will explore kindergarten and first grade classrooms, where

attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the Wal-dorf educational philosophy. Adults only. Kimberton Waldorf School, 410 W Seven Stars Rd, Phoenixville. 610-933-3635. Kimberton.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13Food for Thought Book Club | Doylestown

6:15-8pm. All are welcome to join the Doylestown Food Co-op for a discussion of Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition by T. Colin Campbell and Howard Jacobsen. Begins with a potluck; bringing food is optional. Doylestown Bookshop, 16 S Main St, Doylestown. 215-348-4548. Doylestown.coop.Evening with Thermography | Gilbertsville

6:30-7:30pm. Join EZLifescan for an informational presentation about thermography. There will be a Q&A time, as well as light refreshments. Please call to reserve a seat. EZLifescan, 1808 Swamp Pike, Ste 200, Gilbertsville. 484-624-5410. EZLifescan.com.

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savethedatePower Up: Women’s Group Business

CoachingJanuary 6 & 20, 8-9am

Join Michelle for a free, introductory phone session of finding support in your career or your business. This unique coaching is a powerhouse hour with new ideas about

the balance of the feminine and masculine energies and includes accountability and a

tip of the week. Utilizes our intuitive abilities in business—a new concept for many. Learn

many new tips of how to find balance and success in business.

MichelleMcInnis.com269-598-7857

savethedateShamanic Healing Techniques Series

January 13, 20 & 27, 6-9pm

Heal the sacred self by building life from spiritual strengths. These three workshops are designed to help attendees understand how to interact with their spiritual life and

directly communicate with the most power-ful aspect of who they are. While building

personal strengths, begin to understand how profoundly connected we are to all living things. Workshops are a prerequisite to Soul Retrieval and Past Life Therapy

Certification Training.

Cost: $180Location: Core Level Healing

200 S Main St, Lambertville, NJCoreLevelHealing.net

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14Stop Smoking with Hypnosis | Edison, NJ

6:30-7:30pm. $55. Through hypnosis, smoking cessa-tion is easily achieved in a one-hour session. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. Middlesex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.Lose Weight with Hypnosis | Edison, NJ

7:30-8:30pm. $55. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painlessly attained. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. Middle-


savethedateM-Joy Of Being (Women) Seminar

February 7-8

Choose to participate in the evolution of you. Notice and let go of limiting memetic

programs and morphic fields that may hinder consistent access to the Joy of Being... Wom-

en. Establish resonance and empowering patterns of infinite potential to allow for more

flow, well-being and personal fulfillment. Sacred feminine and masculine essences are explored, refined and combined for greater

awareness and trust in our inherent knowing-ness, wholeness and discernment.

Cost: $360-$500Location: DoubleTree Philadelphia

Airport4509 Island Ave, Philadelphia

[email protected]

MatrixEnergetics.com

sex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.Relaxation Through Hypnosis | Edison, NJ

8:30-9:30pm. $55. Reduce stress using creative visu-alization, imagery and hypnosis techniques, improving quality of life. Achieve relaxation without much effort or time. Middlesex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15Nature Buddies: Animal Tracks | New Hope

10-11:15am. Mbrs: free; Non-mbrs: $7/child with adult, $3/addt’l child. Search through animal tracks for signs of hidden life, then read a tracking story and make a craft. Ages 3 to 7. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Rd, New Hope. 215-862-2924. bhwp.org.TM Program Intro Lecture | Doylestown

6:30-8:30pm. Free, public introductory lecture on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program. Find out why over 6.5 million people worldwide practice this technique to reduce blood pressure, decrease anxiety and naturally reduce tension, stress and strain. Email [email protected] to reserve a seat. Tammany Farm, Doylestown. 215-783-4629. TM.org/transcendental-meditation-doylestown.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17Winter Festival 2015 | New Hope

The 2015 Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival runs from January 17 through 25. The festival’s goal is to provide a healthy, fun, cold-weather experience in the river towns’ communities and raise funds and aware-ness for local nonprofit organizations. This year’s main concert performer is John Oates. Lambertville and New Hope, New Hope. 215-862-5067. WinterFestival.net.Rosebud Garden Story Hour | Phoenixville

9-10am. Join us for a story hour at Kimberton Waldorf School’s rosebud garden. Children ages 18 months to 4 years of age accompanied by an adult are welcome to attend. Kimberton Waldorf School, Rosebud Garden, 221 Hickory Grove Rd, Phoenixville. 610-933-3635. Kimberton.org.Winter Native Plant Walk | New Hope

1:30-3pm. $4/mbrs, $6/non-mbrs. Explore the preserve in its winter brilliance and enjoy the quiet beauty of its habitats while learning how plants provide winter food and shelter for birds and small mammals. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Rd, New Hope. 215-862-2924. bhwp.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18Back Care Class | Frenchtown, NJ

8:30-9:45am. $45. This two-session workshop will benefit anyone who suffers from back pain. Yoga practice has been shown to help alleviate back pain, however, not all poses work for all back pain. Using structural yoga therapy techniques, learn ways to alle-viate back pain and heal the body. Held on January 18 and February 1. Yoga Loka, 34 Bridge St, Frenchtown, NJ. 908-268-7430. Yoga-Loka.com.Build a Stress Action Plan | Doylestown

1-2:30pm. $30. We each need a concrete action plan to improve our body and mind’s ability to perform well in a stressful environment. In this workshop, licensed acu-puncturist and meditation teacher Paolo Propato, LAc will lead you through special practical exercises and advice to better process different kinds of stress. Please

pre-register. Bridge Acupuncture, 30 Garden Alley, Doylestown. 215-348-8058. BridgeAcupuncture.com.Natural Skills | Bristol

2-4pm. $6/mbrs, $8/non-mbrs. Build your skills in field identification and knowledge of environmental prin-ciples. Must pre-register. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20Discover the Middle School | Phoenixville

7:30-9:30pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit Kimberton Waldorf School classrooms, meet and interact with faculty, and learn more about how our curriculum is carefully designed to correspond with the interests and increased abilities of the middle school student. Kimberton Waldorf School, 410 W Seven Stars Rd, Phoenixville. 610-933-3635. Kimberton.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24Birds of Barnegat Bay | Bristol

8am-5pm. $15/mbrs, $19/non-mbrs. We will carpool from SLNC to Barnegat Lighthouse, where a long walk will provide views of harlequin ducks, red-breasted mergansers and long-tailed ducks. Before sunset, we’ll search for short-eared owls. Must pre-register by January 21. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.org.Stop Smoking with Hypnosis | Flemington, NJ

9-10am. $55. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. Hypnosis Counseling Center, 28 Mine St, Flemington, NJ. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.Lose Weight with Hypnosis | Flemington, NJ

10-11am. $55. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painlessly attained. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. Hypnosis Counseling Center, 28 Mine St, Flemington, NJ. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.Kitchen Table Printmaking | New Hope

10-11:30am. $15/mbrs, $20/non-mbrs. Use objects from everyday life to create exciting images that can be used as works of art or for note cards, scrapbooking, gift tags and more. Ages 7 and up; fee includes materi-als. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Rd, New Hope. 215-862-2924. bhwp.org.Relaxation Through Hypnosis | Flemington, NJ

11am-12pm. $55. Reduce stress using creative visual-ization, imagery and hypnosis techniques, improving quality of life. Achieve relaxation without much effort or time. Hypnosis Counseling Center, 28 Mine St, Flemington, NJ. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28Goal Setting for Your Health | Fairless Hills

6-8pm. Complimentary dinner at 6pm, followed by workshop 6:30-8pm. Demonstration and Q&A to follow. Free, computerized stress spinal evaluation and chair massage also included. Call to RSVP. Gorman Optimal Health Solutions, 333 N Oxford Valley Rd, Ste 402, Fairless Hills. 215-943-2584. Gorman-Health.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29Field Biologist Movie Night | New Hope

7-9pm. $8/mbrs, $12/non-mbrs. Special director’s screening of the critically acclaimed Field Biologist.

The film follows 22-year-old Hamilton, NJ-native Tyler Christensen, who embarks on his own research on birds in Costa Rica. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Rd, New Hope. 215-862-2924. bhwp.org.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1All-School Open House | Phoenixville

1-4pm. Tour the Kimberton Waldorf School campus; meet faculty, students, parents and alumni; view samples of student work; participate in a panel discus-sion; and gain an understanding of Waldorf Education through inspiring faculty and student presentations. Kimberton Waldorf School, 410 W Seven Stars Rd, Phoenixville. 610-933-3635. Kimberton.org.

savethedateCharles Eisenstein Keynote

February 7, 10am-2pm

“Earth, Our Story: Climate Change Calls Us to Heal Ourselves and the World: a work-

shop on next steps.” Eisenstein draws from all traditions to map a way ahead. Break-out sessions on transition towns, local food, soil building, militarism and climate change, di-vestment. Donation request. RSVP by phone

or [email protected].

Location: Central Baptist Church107 W Lancaster Ave, Wayne

610-688-0664CharlesEisenstein.net

Just as your car runs more smoothly and requires less energy to go faster and farther when the wheels are in

perfect alignment, you perform better when your thoughts, feelings, emotions,

goals and values are in balance.~Brian Tracy


savethedateHolistic Nursing Live Lectures

February 12, 4-9pm

Approved by the PSNA, Julie Lachman, naturopathic doctor, will be presenting two lectures: Nutritional Approach to Diabetes Type 2—Getting Beta Cells Back Online and Supplements 101 for the Healthcare

Provider. Additional topics by other present-ers include Pain and the Power of the Mind, Surviving Cancer Holistically and The Re-lationship of Aromatherapy and Ayurvedic

Science. Come early for refreshments.

Cost: $60Location: Lehigh Carbon

Community College4525 Education Park Dr, Schnecksville

570-301-6861atecam.com

savethedateDragon Spirit Arts

484-557-9605DragonSpiritArts.com

Spring 2015 Events Schedule

March 23-28Nature in Yoga: Yoga & Chi-kung RetreatJoin this spring equinox-inspired retreat in the countryside of Platanillo de Baru, Costa

Rica, amidst the nurturing mountainous interior of Mother Nature’s Pacific south coast. Includes a seven-night stay, two

meals per day and two Taoist and Vedic Arts workshops with experienced and certified in-structor Gabrielle de Burke. $1,200-$1,500;

discount ends February 9.

April 24-26Retreat By the Sea:

Cultivating Prana & ChiJoin this spring retreat by the rhythm of the sea in Barnegat Light, NJ at Minerva’s B

& B—walking distance to the bay and beach. Includes a two-night stay, two meals per day

and two Taoist and Vedic Arts workshops experienced and certified instructor Gabrielle de Burke. $350-$450; discount ends March 6.

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March 21Bellabaci Method of Modern

Cupping – Intro LevelLearn the fabulous method of cup-ping using the Bellabaci technique. Easy yet effective, works deeply, saves therapists’ hands and wrist.

April 25Energy Healing with Crystals

and Precious StonesLearn to use crystals to support endocrine system by stimulation

of the body’s chakras. Experience pendulum dousing as well as un-derstanding properties of various

stones in healing.

May 16Lifting Your Vibration

Experience a day of self-care. This workshop is all experiential and aimed at identifying burn-out as well as coping with stress and

healing the body. Explore the labyrinth walking, Nia somatic

movement, meditation and much more.

July 11Bellabaci Method of Modern

Cupping – Level 2 This class is for those who have

taken the intro level class and are ready to learn more heathy treat-

ments with the cupping technique.

September 19Bellabaci Method of Modern

Cupping – Intro LevelLearn this fast-growing fabulous

method of cupping using the Bellabaci technique. Easy yet ef-

fective, works deeply, saves therapists’ hands and wrist.

All classes held from 8:30am-3:30pm at LaSalle Uni-

versity Bucks County Campus, 33 University Dr, Newtown. Courses are open to all. Earn 6 CEUs with NCBTMB for massage therapists.

$225/each.

*Please note classes are subject to change dates or locations.

Space must be reserved.

Faith is taking the first step even when

you don’t see the whole staircase.~Martin Luther King, Jr.

Carrie Ann Wiedemann 267-357-3525

2015 Workshop Schedule

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January 5 and 12Food Myths and Whole Nutrition: An Introduction6:30-8:30pm Begin the new year by using food to lessen fatigue, cure digestive issues, minimize joint pain and relieve stress. These conditions are often inflammatory in nature and can usually be minimized with small changes in eating hab-its. Discussion includes common food myths, current diet trends, organic vs. GMO, cooking for health, sugar, gluten and discovering your best diet. Christina Smith, integrative nutrition health coach. Free.

1st and 3rd WednesdaysiTRYBE Edible Education 7-9pmProgram development of edible education for children and adults includes garden planning and fundraising. Come share our community’s passion to educate our families—especially the children—in stewardship of themselves, each other and all life. Kristin Moyer, holistic chef. Freewill donation. January 17Egyptian Initiation: A Spiritual Pilgrimage10am-12pmIn this inner exploration, connect to ancient mysteries that are written throughout Egypt’s sacred sights. When seen with expansive vision, this shamanic view of great truths weaves itself from times past up to now. Arlene Curley shares

Greenshire Arts Consortium3620 Sterner Mill Rd, QuakertownEvent Details: GreenshireArts.orgPlease register for all [email protected] 215-538-0976

savethedateher recent pilgrimage to Egypt, guiding us to experience ceremonies of death, rebirth, transformation and initiation. Arlene Curley, Ph.D., intuitive healer, holistic life counselor, inner-faith minister. $20.

January 19Six Weeks to Better Health6:30-8:30pm (six consecutive Mondays)It’s rare for anyone to say they have no health concerns. Whether dealing with fluctuating weight, a stress-related disease, periods of depression or general digestive problems, this workshop will support attendees to begin 2015 with a better grasp on the truth about food. In-depth teachings include: self-care, detox-ing, food myths, nutritional shopping, sugar, gluten, finding the right diet. Christina Smith. $100/series, $20/session drop-in.

Spiritual Pilgrimage to Kaua’i: Register NowCome to the legendary healing island of Kaua’i to restore, rebalance and rejuvenate your divine connection to Source and Lemurian his-tory. Be nourished by the pure Divine Human Light Codes emanating from the land while enjoying spiritual adventures to sacred sites.

January 9Orbs: Messengers of Light1-3pmWhat are those amazing globes of light that appear in digital photographs? Gene Ang, Ph.D., will go over the concept of orbs and what they mean to the trans-dimensional consciousness emerging on the planet. Get questions answered and experience energies not usually perceived by the five physical senses. $45. Pipersville.

January 9Quantum Spoon Bending7-9:30pmThe power of intention, visualization, principals of quantum mechanics and the unified field can actually soften metal. Use these same techniques to heal your-self and others. With Gene Ang. $55. Doylestown.

January 17Numerology Readings 10am-3pm, by phone Discover talents, challenges, life purpose and what to expect in the upcoming years. Intuitive numerologist Allison Baughman can also focus on opportunities that are coming up and how to take advantage of them. $80/30 minutes, $160/1 hour.

January 10-11Arcturian Healing Light, Level 1 9-5pmThis divine healing method is inspired by higher be-ings from the star system Arcturus. Attendees will be attuned to the Arcturian Healing Light—a form of light, energy and information meant to accelerate a person’s evolution. With Gene Ang. $350. Doylestown.

January 14-15Presence Healing Sessions9am-6pmGene Ang offers energy healing sessions of cutting-edge modalities, including Arcturian Healing Light, Reconnective Healing and The Reconnection. Request a modality or he will make a recommendation based on one’s goals. $200 per session or $333 for The Recon-nection (two sessions). Doylestown.

January 16Transpersonal Chakras and Arcturian Dimensional Bridge Group Healing6:30-9:30pmThe chakras are whirling energy centers that digest, purify and transform the subtle energies in our environ-ment and energize us. Practice utilizing and integrating the three chakras above the body and three chakras below the body with the entire energy field. With Gene Ang. $75. Doylestown.

January 24Plant Essences for Vitality, Balance and Productivity10am-noonWith Charlene Briggs, learn what flower essences are, how they can work for individuals and how to use them.

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Susan Duval Seminars and Sacred JourneysDoylestown 215-348-5755SusanDuvalSeminars.comRegister online or call Susan.Sign up on website to receive weekly newsletter with updates on seminars and trips.

Real life challenges will be examined. Discover what specific essences can help relieve symptoms and heal various conditions. $40. Doylestown.

January 24 & 28 Private Consultations: Flower Essence TherapyBy appointmentReceive a personal treatment bottle with a formula unique to your condition. With Charlene Briggs. $135 for 90 minutes. Doylestown.

January 29Mediumship Clairvoyance, Past Lives, Astrology Readings, Do-In Reiki Healing11am-7pmIn mediumship clairvoyance, Rev Jay Gullo will con-nect with passed loved-ones, discover life mission, past lives and guidance for the future. Past Lives ses-sions focus on how past lives affect today. Astrology session comes with a chart and indicates what the year will bring. Do-In Reiki is healing and beneficial for the mind, body and spirit. $80/$120/$160 for 30/45/60 minutes. Doylestown.

January 31Tree Whispering and Plant Kingdom Communication9:30am-6:30pmDr. Jim Conroy and Basia Alexander are Nature Communication experts. Learn how healing touch, bio-energy connectivity and science provide a new kind of holistic healing for trees, plants, oneself and the planet. $99 before January 10, $145 after. Doylestown.

Sacred Journeys and RetreatsApril 22-27: Sedona, AZMay 19-23: The Big Island of HawaiiJune 20-26: Swim with the Dolphins in BiminiAugust 13-16: Mount Shasta, CA


Hot Rockin’ Yoga | Quakertown 9-10:15am. This yoga practice is perfect for exploring poses deeper and detoxing the body. The heat helps open tight joints and stiff muscles in a safe, effective way. Not for beginners. Second and fourth Sundays. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Kids’ Yoga | Quakertown

12:30-1:30pm. 12:30-1:30pm. This class provides a safe and nurturing environment for the development of mind, body and spirit through creative games, stories, songs and yoga poses. We will explore new ways to play, move, breathe, connect and rest. Students grades K-5 are welcome to participate. First and third Sun-days. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Sunday Stroll | Bristol

2-3pm. Take a walk with a naturalist. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.com.

4-Week Women’s Boot Camps | North Wales

Wholistic’s boot camps specialize in the unique physiological needs of women and are designed to incorporate specific techniques to assist women in losing excess body fat and toning muscles. Boot camps meet 3 times a week for 4 weeks. Morning and evening/weekend options. Mon/Weds/Fri, 5:45-6:45am OR Tue/Thu, 6-7pm and Sat 8:30am. $199. Wholistic Fitness, 217 Church Rd, North Wales. 267-613-8246. WholisticFitnessOnline.com.Tea & Play | Upper Black Eddy

10-11am. Enjoy a cup of tea with an early childhood teacher and learn about early childhood programs while little ones explore a nursery classroom. Children birth to age 4 are welcome. Call to register. First Mon-day. River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Rd, Upper Black Eddy. 610-982-5606. RiverValleySchool.org.Zumba Gold | Perkasie

10-11am. Zumba Gold takes the popular Latin-dance inspired workout of Zumba and makes it accessible for seniors, beginners or others needing modifications in their exercise routine. Build cardiovascular health with dance moves including merengue, cha cha, cumbia, salsa, belly dance and tango. Dance experience not re-quired. $5. Pennridge Community Center, 146 E Main St, Perkasie. 215-453-7027. PennridgeCenter.org.Chair Yoga | Yardley

11am-12pm. Free class held every Monday. Yardley-Makefield Library, 1080 Edgewood Rd, Yardley. 215-493-9020. [email protected] Health Support Group | Doylestown

6:30-7:30pm. Join 4 The M.I.N.D.S. for its weekly peer-to-peer support group. We welcome family, friends

and individuals who suffer from mental illness. Aldie Medical Arts Building, 11 Welden Dr, Doylestown. 4TheMINDS.org. [email protected].

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9am. Hosted by Dr. Phil Pappas of Earth Foods, featur-ing different guests and topics each week. Listen in at WNJCRadio.com.Bucks Beekeepers Association | Plumsteadville

7pm. General meeting of the Bucks County Beekeepers Association. Second Tuesday. Plumsteadville Grange Hall, 5901 Old Easton Rd, Plumsteadville. BucksBeekeepers.com.

Altered, Elder & Able Yoga | Quakertown

10-11am. Repetitive movements make this practice accessible and we use chairs for support. Great for those recovering from injury or living with chronic illness, and elders will benefit from moving the joints, strengthening the core and challenging balance. Wednesdays, January 7 to February11. $75. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Community Acupuncture | Doylestown

3-6pm. Seated in a serene group environment, receive affordable acupuncture for stress management, detox, routine health/pain issues and overall wellness. Men-tion NA to waive initial $15 paperwork fee. Schedule online or by phone. Located upstairs; call if you have disabilities. $30. Bridge Acupuncture, 30 Garden Alley, Doylestown. 215-348-8058. BridgeAcupuncture.com.Chair/Mat Yoga | Fairless Hills

6-7pm. Open to the community. $3/seniors, $5/under 55. Falls Township Senior Center, 282 Trenton Rd, Fairless Hills. 215-547-6563. [email protected]. Community Meditation Class | Doylestown

6:15-6:45pm. Free, 30-minute meditation class intro-ducing mindful meditation and qigong visualizations in a welcoming environment. Donations are accepted to be given to charities such as Moxafrica and A Woman’s Place. Bridge Acupuncture, 30 Garden Alley, Doylestown. 215-348-8058. BridgeAcupuncture.com.Wellness Wednesday | Hatfield

7-8pm. Eating right does not mean cutting corners on flavor. Every Wednesday evening, Chef Lou Farrell will offer a healthy cooking class to teach attendees how to prepare healthy food that tastes great. See website for weekly topics. Pre-registration is required. $30. Fresh Fun Foods, 2240 E Orvilla Rd, Hatfield. FreshFunFoods.com.Intuition Class | Gilbertsville

7:30-9:30pm. Develop intuition with a spiritual com-munity and share synchronicities. Develop intuitive muscle with an exercise and guided meditation. Drop-ins welcome. Second Wednesday. $5. Inner Light

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11am-12pm. Free class held every Thursday. Levit-town Library, 7311 New Falls Rd, Levittown. 215-949-2324. BucksLib.org.Ascension Class | Gilbertsville

7-9pm. Ascension class designed to move into becoming a channel of grace, the next step of intuitive development. First Thursday. $10. Inner Light Holistic Center, 1000 Grosser Rd & Rte 100, 2nd floor, Gil-bertsville. 610-413-8191. InnerLightHC.com.Empowerment Coaching Workshop | Doylestown

7-9pm. Experience the benefits of empowerment coaching, build confidence, gain insight and a new perspective in creating more balance and contentment in life. Accompanied by the added benefit of synergis-tic group support. Now forming 3-month programs. Second and fourth Thursdays. Must call to pre-register. $297. Dragonfly Yoga Studio & Massage, 156 Green St, Doylestown. 215-906-9393. TotalSerenityCoaching.com.Beginner’s Yoga Series | Quakertown

7:15-8:30pm. This series is a great place for yoga be-ginners to start in a nurturing, supportive environment, at a slow and steady pace. Learn breathing exercises, basic postures and their alignments, plus relaxation techniques. Registration required. Thursdays, January 8 to February 12. $75. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.

Guided Meditation | Gilbertsville

9:30-10:30am. Using guided visual imagery, learn to meditate to center oneself, relieve stress, lower blood pressure and create balance through mind, body and spirit. Drop-ins welcome. $10. Inner Light Holistic Center, 1000 Grosser Rd & Route 100, Gilbertsville. InnerLightHC.com.

Bird Walk | Bristol

7:30-9am. For all birding enthusiasts. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. Introduction to Yoga | Frenchtown, NJ

10:30-11:45am. Questions are encouraged in this 8-week, workshop format, intimate yoga class. Yoga practice can reduce tension, fatigue and anxiety, clear the mind, allow for deeper sleep, reduce pain in the body and much more. Eight Saturdays, January 17 to March 7. $90. Yoga Loka, 34 Bridge St, Frenchtown, NJ. 908-268-7430. Yoga-Loka.com.Women’s Total Control Fitness Program | North Wales

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MICHAEL J. FORMICALifeWorks Compass LLC107 N Broad St, Doylestown215-622-5798

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ART THERAPY

HEARTWELL HOUSEExpressive TherapiesJohn Muraco, ATR, RYT315-329-9838HeartWellHouse.com

Art therapy, an alternative to talk therapy, is a way to express yourself creatively with no artistic talent required. Receive emotional balance, empowerment, and a deeper sense of self-understanding in a safe environment. Muraco is a registered art therapist, yoga

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DENTAL WELLNESS CENTREHyo J. Lim DMD216 Mall Blvd, Ste 11, King of Prussia610-265-4485DentalWellnessCentre.com

Dr. Hyo Lim provides a holistic approach to exceptional dentistry, in a warm and caring environment. At Dental Wellness Centre, mercury- and metal-free restorations are used for the most biocompatible results. Biocompatibility testing for dental materials is available. Invisalign is

offered as an alternative to metal braces. Zirconium and titanium implants are offered to replace damaged or missing teeth. Free digital X-rays with initial consultation. See ad on page 37.

LANAP & IMPLANT CENTER OF PADavid DiGiallorenzo, DMD184 W. Main St, Collegeville610-422-3120PerioImplants.us

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HERITAGE DENTALDr. Beth Skovron595 Bethlehem Pike, Montgomeryville215-822-3860

Enjoy an anxiety-free dental experience. You no longer have to be nervous about going to the dentist. From the moment you open the doors, our friendly and courteous team will make you feel comfortable in our relaxing spa atmosphere. Choose from a

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LICENSED NATUROPATHIC DOCTORJulie Lachman, ND LLC196 W Ashland St, Ste 301Doylestown267-895-1733DrLachman.com

Homeopathic remedies are safe for infants, children and pregnant moms alike. They help kids sail through common childhood illnesses in a healthy, positive way. You want the best for your child, yet you’re concerned about side effects. Come learn options

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Melanie invigorates women to regain energy. Do you desire less brain fog, more focus? Less stress, more sleep? Less fatigue, more energy? Melanie has personally experienced adrenal fatigue and utilizes a synthesized approach

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BARBARA MEzA, LMT, HHP33 S Delaware Ave, Ste 201Yardley, PA

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HYPNOSIS COUNSELING CENTERBARRY WOLFSON554 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 28 Mine St, Flemington, NJ 34 Bridge St, Frenchtown, NJ43 Tamarack Circle, Princeton, NJ 908-996-3311HypnosisNJ.com

With 28 years of experience, Hypnosis Counseling Center of New Jersey is a full-service counseling center, using both traditional counseling methods and the art of hypnotherapy in private and group settings. We regularly hold adult education seminars, and work with hos-pitals, fitness centers and individuals that

want to improve their lives. We specialize in weight loss, stress, smoking, confidence building, phobias, insomnia, test taking, sports improvement and public speaking. The state of New Jersey and many Fortune 500 Corporations employ our programs. See ad on page 7.

BELLABACIMethod of Modern [email protected]

Bellabaci is a modified version of ancient cupping therapy. Silicone cups use no heat yet provide the same benefits as traditional cup-

ping. Can be used by therapists and individuals at home. Easy to learn technique. Aids smoothing of wrinkles and cellulite, relieves muscular pain, di-gestive disorders and many other varied stagnation in the body. Available for treatments, purchase, and practitioner training. See ad on page 41.

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LIONVILLE NATURAL PHARMACYBen & Michael Briggs309 Gordon Drive, Lionville610-363-7474LionRx.comLionville specializes in both pharmaceuticals and natural/holistic remedies, providing an integrative approach to your health solution. Integrative therapy provides a safer and more effective course of treatment, with fewer adverse or toxic side effects. We are experts in the safety and effectiveness of traditional (allopathic) prescription drugs as well as natural/holistic (alternative) therapies. Family-owned and operated, since 1979. Phone consultations and U.S. shipping available.

HOMEOPATHY

DENISE TIMOFAI, D.HOM, C.HOMHomeopathic Consultant610-982-5012

Homeopathic Health Consultations (via phone) are available as well as on-site and recorded beginner and advanced classes. We practice clinical homeopathy—using lower potencies at more frequent intervals—and we promote helping individuals learn how to use homeopathy on a regular basis.

Contact us at [email protected].

CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALINGMegan Downs, L.M.T.Bailiwick Office Campus, Ste 26, Doylestown215-348-2115

Megan’s vast experience and therapeutic massage technique works by targeting specific problem areas while also keeping in mind the needs of her patients. She incorporates a variety of methods including Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy,

Hot and Cold Stones, Bellabaci Method of Cupping, as well as Aromatherapy. Relieve stress and pain, increased body awareness and gain an overall sense of wellbeing. InYourHands.MassageTherapy.com.

NATURE CENTER

SILVER LAKE NATURE CENTER1306 Bath Road, Bristol215-785-1177SilverLakeNatureCenter.org

Silver Lake Nature Center (SNLC) is the home of the area’s first Earthship, a carbon-zero structure built with recycled products, that heats and cools itself, that gathers its own water, recycles its own waste, and produces food. Education, recreation, research and advocacy.

PET THERAPY

DR. JULIE ANN ALLENDER306 Rickert Rd, Sellersville215-799-2220PetTherapyParadisePark.com

Dr. Allender ’s office is a tropical garden with fountains, music, plants and Animal Assisted Therapy. She offers alternatives to traditional therapy and medication through diet, exercise, meditation and lifestyle changes for adults, couples, children, families and businesses.

A happy home and office. See ad on page 36.

REIKI & REFLEXOLOGY

HALFMOON CREATIVE & HEALING ARTSKaitlynn Stupak, CD, Reiki Master267-897-4277HalfmoonHealingArts.com

Healing services offered include Reiki & reflexology which support relaxation and growth by soothing energetic blockages, releasing toxins, increasing vitality & enhancing well-being. Also offered

are comprehensive, holistic-based childbirth education classes and labor doula services. Gain knowledge to improve your health & your birth.

VETERINARY PHARMACY

LIONVILLE NATURAL PHARMACYBen & Michael Briggs309 Gordon Drive, Lionville610-363-7474LionRx.comWe work together with veterinarians and pet owners to customize prescriptions that address each pet’s unique needs. We prepare alternative medication forms including flavored liquids, solid treats, and transdermal creams to make medicines more palatable. Our formulations make administering medication safer, easier and more enjoyable for pets and their people. Serving pets, exotics, horses and zoo animals.

SHAMANIC COUNSELING

KATHLEEN DOWNEY, CSCIntegrative Counseling and Nutritional GuidanceCoreLevelHealing@gmail.comCoreLevelHealing.net858-401-3144

Kathleen Downey, CSC, has 7 years of training and 21 years of experience in private practice, since 1994. Uniquely combining psychotherapy with soul retrieval, past life therapy and nutrition, a truly empowering experience for clients. Author of bestseller,

Healthy is Delicious: More than a Cookbook. Trainings and detox retreats with great results.

PEAR GARDEN TAI CHI & REFLEXOLOGYCharles W. Brynan III, MRP215-234-4834PearGardenTaiChi.com

Reflexology sessions are one hour, and I will travel to your location. My goals as a Certified Reflexologist are (1) to relax the patient with this highly specialized relaxation technique, (2) improve nerve, blood and lymphatic supply (health enhancement) and (3)

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