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24 NATURAL FACIAL ESSENTIALS Few Skincare Product Labels Tell the Whole Story by Linda Sechrist

30 TRUE WEALTH Living a Life We Love is Real Affluence by Judith Fertig

32 KRISTEN BELL ON PLANET-FRIENDLY LIVING Eco-Activist Actress Takes Steps that Make a Difference by Gerry Strauss

34 SHARING OUR BOUNTY Food Drives Need Healthy Donations by Avery Mack

36 WHAT’S YOUR CHILD’S EQ? Six Ways to Raise Emotional Intelligence by Teal Swan

38 DANGERS IN THE COSMETIC BAG Choose Safe and Healthy Natural Beauty Aids by Kathleen Barnes

40 BARRE YOUR WAY TO BETTER FITNESS Ballet-Inspired Workouts Create Long and Lean Muscles by Lynda Bassett

44 CHOOSING THE PERFECT PET Not Just Any Dog or Cat Will Do by Sandra Murphy

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Recently, as national media has rallied around the potential presidential candidates, their battering and lively debates, I began to take a closer look at my own

collective beliefs and which prospect could best lead the future of our country and most aligned with my own visions and top priorities. Yet, the lines can seemed a bit blurred, with flip-flopping on the issues, focus on hair bopping con-cerns and more vague responses than you would expect on a blind date, is certainly is not as clear as I had hoped. Who has the most money and fame appears to get the highest rat-ings and what’s really important seems to be missing.

Natural Awakenings feature article this month, True Wealth, by Judith Fertig, may have you reconsidering your beliefs in what you value most. Although we need money to pay for the food we eat, the clothes we wear and homes we live in…have we lost our true perception of what those needs really are. Discovering the ability to grow your own meals, cutting out the things you can’t grow, using indigenous weeds and plants for medicinal remedies and to care for our skin, hair and nurture our bodies, is just one way to look at the wealth differently. All the sudden, those with the most sun, rich soil, clean water and valuable knowledge are truly the wealthy ones. Once you view the issues from this prospective, money pales in comparison. When I recently moved into our new home, which I now share part-time with my Aunt and her husband, I was thrilled to make space for two dinning room tables, 16 chairs, 3 couches and 4 doggie beds. I now had all the accommodations I could possibly need for all our friends and family to visit, enjoy big family meals and spend quality time together. Even though it’s a much smaller space, we have much more to share –including the 101 family pictures that adorn every ounce of extra space in our new dwelling. As the season brings us fresh cool air and the fall season sets in, we can all look forward to the many free community festivals and healthy living happenings that give us amble opportunity to appreciate and capitalize on the wealth of natu-ral resource and riches that surrounds us. It’s time to oil up our bicycles, plant our hardy winter vegies and find a quite place under the changing leaves – and be grateful.

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Having Gratitude Yields More Happiness than Having ThingsTwo studies from Baylor University have

confirmed that materialism can lead to feeling less satisfied with life, while a sense of gratitude reverses some of the negative effects of the pursuit of things. The research, led by Professor James Roberts, Ph.D., included questionnaires sent to 246 marketing students from another univer-sity, focusing on happiness and satisfaction with a 15-minute survey that included a 15-point materialism scale. The study found that individuals that focused on achieving material goals were less satisfied with their lives, less happy and had lower self-esteem. Meanwhile, the study found that grateful students found more meaning in their lives and felt a greater sense of satisfaction. “Individuals high in gratitude showed less of a relationship between material-ism and its negative affect. Additionally, individuals high in materialism showed decreased life satisfaction when either gratitude or positive affect was low,” note the researchers.

Animal Friends Soothe Autistic Children

According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

now affects about 1 in every 68 children in the U.S., up from 1 in 150 in 2000. This includes 1 in 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls. Contact with animals may help ameliorate this troubling trend. A recent study of 114 children between 5 and 12 years old has found that autistic children having greater

contact with animals have less anxiety related to social situations. The research was led by Marguerite O’Haire, Ph.D., from the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at the College of Veterinary Medicine of Purdue University, in West Lafayette, Indiana. Colleagues from the School of Psychology at the Uni-versity of Queensland, in Brisbane, Australia, also participated in the study. The researchers divided the 114 children into 38 groups of three. Each group had one ASD child and two children without ASD. Skin conductance, which provides an objective way for researchers to gauge social anxiety, was measured among the children as they read silently and aloud. As expected, skin conduc-tance was significantly higher among the ASD children as they read aloud in front of their peers. In successive sessions, when researchers introduced pet guinea pigs for the children to pet prior to their readings, the ASD children’s skin conductance levels dropped significantly. “Previous studies suggest that in the presence of companion animals, children with autism spectrum disorders function better socially,” says James Griffin, Ph.D., of the Child Development and Behavior Branch of the U.S. National Institutes of Health. “This study provides physiological evidence that the proximity of animals eases the stress that children with autism may experience in social situations.”

BPA Concerns Continue Post ResearchBisphenol A (BPA), a

known endocrine disruptor that mimics estrogen in the body that interfere with the body’s endocrine system and produce adverse devel-opmental, reproductive, neurological and immune effects in both humans and wildlife. It occupies a niche populated by pharma-ceuticals, dioxin, PCB and DDT. BPA is found in many everyday products, including plastic bottles, metal food cans, detergents, flame retardants, food, toys, cosmetics and pesticides.” Hormones work at infinitesimally small doses. Hormone disruptors dis-rupt at the same low levels. It doesn’t take much to have a large effect. We are even getting BPA absorbed into our skin rapidly and easily from handling cash register receipts. The regulatory system that has been set up assumes that these chemi-cals are safe until proven otherwise. We don’t have enough evidence to show these are guilty yet, so treat them as innocent. We heard the same things in the past about lead, mercury and PCBs. When chemicals are tested for safety, it is often done one chemical at a time, but we are very seldom exposed to a single chemical at any given times, so testing for every possible interaction is nearly impossible. In 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration mandated that BPA be removed from products for babies such as basically bottles, spoons, drinking cups, but more needs to be done to protect the public from this insidious threat found in the plastic products and Metal can lining we use every day. BPA has been linked to cancer, obesity, diabetes, infertility, hormone disruption and early puberty in children. In the meantime, look for the BPA-Free label.

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In a large study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers from participating univer-

sities found mothers that take antidepressant drugs during pregnancy face the risk of heart issues for their children. The researchers tested 3,789,330 pregnant women between 2000 and 2010. Of these, 128,950 took at least one prescription for antidepressants during their pregnancy. High blood pressure among children of mothers that didn’t take antidepressants was about 21 percent. Children that were exposed to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant drugs during pregnancy experienced high blood pressure in 31.5 percent of the cases. Those that were exposed to non-SSRI antidepressants experienced high blood pressure 29 percent of the time.

This represents a 50 percent increased risk of hypertension for babies of moth-ers that take SSRIs during pregnancy and a 40 percent increased risk for children exposed to non-SSRIs. In their conclusion, the researchers note, “Evidence from publicly insured pregnant women studied may be consistent with a potential increased risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn associated with maternal use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in late pregnancy.”

Formaldehyde Found in GMO SoybeansResearchers from the International Center for Integra-

tive Systems, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, have determined that genetically modified (GM/GMO) soy-bean plants accumulate the carcinogen formaldehyde. The researchers utilized a scientific method called CytoSolve to analyze 6,497 diverse laboratory studies conducted by 184 scientific institutions in 23 countries worldwide. The study data showed that GMO soybeans significantly accumulate formaldehyde, a class-one carcinogen. The research also found that genetic modification forces a depletion of gluta-thione among the plants, which weakens their immune system. This contrasts with the proposals put forth by the GM industry that GMO soybean plants are stronger, allowing them to endure environmental hardships better than non-GMO soybean plants. The research was led by V.A. Shiva Ayyadurai, Ph.D., a biologist trained at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and published in the peer-reviewed journal Agricultural Sciences. “The results demand immediate testing, along with rigorous scientific standards to assure such testing is objective and replicable. It’s unbeliev-able such standards for testing don’t already exist. The safety of our food supply demands that science delivers such modern scientific standards for approval of GMOs,” states Ayyadurai. Former Environmental Protection Agency Senior Scientist Ray Seidler, Ph.D., comments about the study, “The discovery reported by Ayyadurai reveals a new molecular paradigm associated with genetic engineering that will require research to discover why the extent of formaldehyde and glutathione concentrations are altered, and what other chemicals relevant to human and animal health are affected. We need the kinds of standards Ayyadurai demands to conduct such research.”

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Ingrown Nails Linked to Over-TrimmingA study from the UK’s University of Nottingham published

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Cloves Inhibit Cancer Growth Research from China has determined that

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Sky KingsAgricultural Drones May Boost Sustainability

Beginning November 15, farmers will be able to implement flying drones to perform important tasks in their fields. That’s when changes in Federal Aviation Administration regulations will loosen many of the current restrictions on this new technology. Advocates believe the devices can improve precision agriculture manage-

ment that uses GPS and data collection to boost crop yields and profits while aiding water conservation. For the first time, the drones will be operated legally during an entire growing season, allowing companies to test their business models and tech-nologies together. This boost in crop intelligence should make farms more efficient and help smaller operations compete with well-funded big agribusiness conglomer-ates whose fields are typically rife with genetically modified (GMO) crops. “This is the first year we’ll actually be able to see, by the time the grow-ing season is over, the impact on the farmer and the impact of the quality of the grapes,” says David Baeza, whose precision agriculture startup Vine Rangers uses drones and ground robots to gather data on vineyard crops. “The biggest thing to watch is what’s going to happen to giants like Monsanto. How you define this market is changing, and the incumbents are in for a battle.”

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Recycling RevolutionGlobal Rise Bolsters SustainabilityOn November 15, thousands of events in communities nationwide will celebrate America Recycles Day (America RecyclesDay.org). A program run by national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful since 2006, the event is dedicated to promoting recycling in the U.S. via special material collection drives and educational activities. Materials available to groups include advice on setting up collectibles stations and customizable templates for promoting activities to increase recycling awareness, commitment and local action. There’s plenty of room to grow: The U.S. Environmen-tal Protection Agency estimates that the amount of waste that the average citizen composts or recycles has increased from 17 percent in 1990 to 33 percent today. Some other countries have been conducting their own national programs longer. For the 19th year, Australia will celebrate a weeklong National Recycling Week (RecyclingWeek.PlanetArk.org) in November. More than 90 percent of Aussies feel it’s the right thing to do. Recycle Now (RecycleNow.com), England’s national program, supported and funded by the government and implemented by 90 percent of municipalities, con-ducts its annual weeklong program in June. Organizers contend that six out of 10 citizens now describe themselves as committed recyclers, compared to fewer than half when the campaign launched in 2004. Germany also celebrates recycling for two days in June; many other countries do so in July.


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simply be looking for a new way to approach this intimate communication time with spirit. The first step is relaxation. We do this by moving through our muscle groups, gently tightening them and then releasing and relaxing’ focusing on our breathing. The chatter of random thoughts will die down once we stop participating in the conversation. Picture the mind as a clean sheet thrown over the bed and just see it settling down on the mattress, gently and undisturbed. The second step is concentration. We concentrate on unity with the divine which is our divine identity. If God is present everywhere, then God is also what we are made of. We are a divine expression, with a divine identity; God pressing out into visibility through us, just as the ocean expe-riences the shoreline by kissing the beach as a wave. The third step is meditation. In this place, the objective is to be void of thought. Just be still and feel with our heart and soul. With practice, this will become easier and easier. In the stillness of meditation, just before we begin to gently bring our focus back to our prayer time, is where we access the infinite field of potential. We simply drop our request into this field in an affirmative, thankful in advance way, and release it. For abundance in our life we may say something along the lines of, “I am grateful for the divine flow of pros-perity in my life and all the blessings I am about to receive,” and gently release it into the sea of potentiality. The fourth step is realization. This is simply the knowing, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that we already are all that we seek and that in absolute reality all is well, we are whole and

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Traditional economics has us thinking in opposites—in terms of assets and liabilities. We consider the value of the material things we’ve accumulated: We add up our

assets, which may include stocks, bonds, real estate, bank ac-counts and retirement savings. Then we subtract what we owe: Our liabilities may include a home mortgage, credit card debt, insurance premiums and student and vehicle loans. The bal-ance is deemed our net worth. Figured this way, our net worth changes every minute and can sometimes shift dramatically. There is a better way to assess our wealth, because we are overlooking, dismissing or squandering valuable re-sources and benefits such as time, personal health, spiritual well-being, social connections or community in order to buy temporal things that will only depreciate over time. Golden, Colorado, author David Wann explores this theme in his book Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth in a Sustainable Lifestyle. He remarks, “The U.S. may be on top when it comes to spending, but we also lead the world in debt per capita, children in poverty, percent of people in prison, obesity and infant mortality.” In fact, the U.S. has recently been ranked 42nd among countries in longevity—right below Guam and just above Albania. “So where is all the spending really getting us?” he asks. “We need to be getting more value out of each dollar, each hour, each spoonful of food, each square foot of house and each gallon of gas. The secret of success at the local, national and global scale is not really a secret; it’s in plain sight, and it’s called moderation.”

Choose Lasting Wealth“Imagine an economy in which life is valued more than money and power resides with ordinary people that care about one another, their community and their natural environment,” says David Korten, Ph.D., the co-founder of Positive Futures Network and author of Change the Story, Change the Future: A Living Economy for a Living Earth. “When we choose real wealth,” says Korten, of Bain-bridge Island, Washington, “we can have exciting hobbies and adventures; work that challenges and stimulates us; and spiritual connection with a universe that’s infinitely larger than a stock portfolio. Instead of more stuff in our already-stuffed lives, we can have fewer things, but better things of higher quality—fewer visits to the doctor and more visits to museums and friends’ houses.”

Step One: Taking Inventory of Our StuffSuze Orman, owner of the Suze Orman Financial Group, in Emeryville, California, and the bestselling author of The Courage to Be Rich: Creating a Life of Material and Spiritual Abundance, ponders whether having stuff is worth it and

suggests we take an inventory of what we own. “Think about the value of each object—what it cost you when you bought it, what it’s worth in dollars today, and what it’s worth in an Earthly, material representation of who you are now,” she says.

Orman suggests that we go through every closet and cupboard and recycle or throw away items that no longer serve us well, and then reconnect with items we cannot part with, such as family mementos. “Think of these items so precious to you and how little, in fact, they cost you,” she says. In this way we define for ourselves the true meaning of worth, and it’s never about the stuff. Once we have a handle on what we own, it’s time to turn to what we want and how we can get there.

Step Two: Re-Evaluating Life GoalsJust as we would do a personal financial assessment before we make plans to achieve financial goals, a life audit helps us determine our priorities for living happily and produc-tively. Ximena Vengoechea, a design researcher for Twitter, Inc., in San Francisco, recently did this using 100 sticky notes during one dedicated afternoon. She wrote a single wish, one thing she’d like to do, on each note. During this “spring cleaning for the soul,” as she calls it, Vengoechea reaffirmed her thirst for learning and adventure. Taking it a step further, she analyzed how she spent her time and how often she saw the people most important to her,

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mapping the data as pie charts. She discovered that most of her time was spent in work-related activities and not enough in adventure or seeing the people she loved. Drawing it up in the visual medium of charts helped her identify her life goals and see the changes she needed to make. Doubtless, we can all find better ways to utilize our assets.

Our TimeArianna Huffington, of New York City, founder of The Huffington Post, knows firsthand about having so many demands on our time that days feel rushed, which can increase our stress and negatively impact our produc-tivity. She says, “On the flip side, the feeling of having enough time, or even surplus time, is called ‘time affluence’. Although it may be hard to believe, it’s actually possible to achieve.” Huffington recommends simple steps like get-ting enough sleep and putting time limits on work and online activities. Belinda Munoz, a social change activist in San Francisco who blogs at TheHalfwayPoint.net, observes, “Time is neutral. We either use it wisely or waste it, so the onus is on us to make it an asset.” Munoz can both let go of stress and be more productive when she blocks out day parts. “When I focus, I shut out interruptions, stop feeling rushed and get my work done with ease,” she says.

Our HealthOne high-impact way to support personal health is to value food more, maintains Wann. “We need to spend more of our household budget for food, not less,” he says. “By rearranging both our household and national expenditures, we should give a higher priority to fresh, healthy food and a lower priority to electronic gadgets, shopping, cars, lawns and even vacations. Our overall expenses don’t have to go up, they just need to be realigned with our changing values. By choosing higher quality food and supporting better ways of growing it, we also begin to reshape the American culture,” he says.

Our CommunityThe community, rather than the stock market, is the better source of real wealth—both personal and global—maintains Korten. “Your community economy is part of the glue that binds people together. It’s the key to physical and mental health and happiness.” Giving less control over our financial well-being to Wall Street and more to Main Street will help us think in terms of livelihoods, instead of mere jobs. For Korten, this equates to not only how we make money to live, but also how we live—valuing our homes, communities and natural environment. Priceless social capital comes from investing our time and money in local communities. Korten observes how, when freely and wisely spent, these efforts can lower crime rates, make schools more productive and help economies function better. Korten cites Oakland, California’s Well-Being in Business Lab, which works with the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, to provide

local communities with a research-based model for prosperity. In socially abundant communities and na-tions, individuals don’t have to earn as much money to be comfortable, because their quality of life is

partly provided by the strength of social bonds.

Heeding the Call to ChangeFinding and doing what “lights us up” will bring us abundance, claims David Howitt in Heed Your Call. The Portland, Oregon, Meriwether Group entrepreneur who consults for consumer companies, maintains that

finding our heroic purpose (that heart-centered thing we feel we were meant to do) is the first step toward

true wealth. Howitt says the secret is in one small word—and. Instead of choosing either/or, our world expands with “and”. He urges us to integrate the intuitive and analytic parts of ourselves: “poet and professional, prophet and profit, soul and success.” It’s not just about philanthropy, but truly making your community and your world a better place through your work, he observes.

“You’re doing good in the world, and when you live that way, money follows you.”

Judith Fertig blogs about living well at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Conducting a Life Auditby Ximena Vengoechea

Here’s one approach to doing a life audit in order to both discern more keenly what’s important and

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Step 1: Take a few hours and 100 sticky notes. Write a wish—something you’d like to do or have happen in your life—on each one. Arrange them on a flat surface.

Step 2: See what patterns evolve. Rearrange the notes by themes or categories, such as family, physical health, adventure, profession, giving back and skills. Those that contain the most notes indicate the realm of your most powerful wishes.

Step 3: Evaluate your time. Take stock of a typical day, week and month to analyze how you are spending it.

Step 4: Prioritize. Some wishes need to be fulfilled every day or soon, while long-term wishes aim for “someday”.

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From Veronica Mars to Forgetting Sarah Marshall, her face is

unmistakable. Thanks to the worldwide popular-ity of Frozen, her voice is now unforgettable, as well. Kristen Bell, though, believes the greatest con-tribution she can make is embodying an eco-friendly lifestyle together with her husband, actor Dax Shepard, and their two daughters, finding ways to help the planet survive and thrive for generations to come.

Which core beliefs catalyze your passion for consciously stewarding the environment?I wholeheartedly believe: Every prob-lem has a solution. We are all global citizens. Kindness is always in fashion. We have to laugh at ourselves. There is strength in forgiveness. Honesty without tact is cruelty. No one can make me feel inferior without my consent. Ultimately, we are responsible for one another and for the creatures and places around us. I felt good about caring for the world around me before I had kids, but now I also derive a ton of self-esteem from being a good example for them. How has celebrity supported your role in speaking out on behalf of your favorite causes? I have the rare gift of a public platform, which is amazing to me, since I felt so small and unheard as a child. Social media can be a megaphone, so I use it

to be a conduit to sup-port causes I believe in. People don’t have to lis-ten… but when they do, helpful things happen. My approach is to spotlight an issue while also shedding light on a solution. I particu-larly like talking about childhood malnutri-tion and telling people about ThisBarSavesLives (ThisBarSavesLives.com),

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I have been a vegetarian since I was 11. I have never wanted to eat meat, even before I knew the positive environmen-tal effects of a vegetarian diet. People need to be conscious of what they are eating. Most edible supermarket items aren’t real food. I like knowing where my meal comes from and who handles it. It makes both my mind and body feel better. How did the animated film Frozen enable you to reach a larger young audience than ever before?My goal with the character Anna was to play an imperfect princess, giving voice to the heroine I had been search-ing for when I was young: Someone who was awkward, clumsy, optimistic, too talkative, caring and didn’t have perfect posture. I wanted girls that feel like they don’t always fit in to have a fearless heroine to identify with. I want to be a real-life Anna, someone who doesn’t apologize for her flaws and stands up for herself and others be-cause she’s strong. Thanks to Frozen, I have been invited to do more projects that reach young people. I hope to extend my voice as a trustworthy source support-ing projects that can benefit them. You are passionate about the universal need for water conservation. What steps has your own family taken to be water-conscious?Living in California and dealing with drought firsthand teaches about water conservation by necessity. We carefully consider how the food we eat directly impacts water use; we all understand that producing meat and dairy is water intensive. Replacing our lawn with AstroTurf cut our household water bill dramatically. We never run water from the tap when we are brushing our teeth, and always ‘let it mellow if it’s yellow’, that is, flush selectively. We even reuse the water used to sterilize baby bottles to water houseplants. Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at [email protected].

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relationship in accomplishing good. Using this six-part process of helpful concrete steps applies equally to the children and adults in our lives.

n Become aware of the other person’s emotions.

n Care about the other person by seeing their emotions as valid and important.

n Listen empathetically to better under-stand the way they feel, allowing them to feel safe to be vulnerable without fear of judgment. Seek to understand, rather than to agree or redirect.

n Acknowledge and validate their feel-ings. We don’t need to validate that the thoughts they have about their emo-tions are correct; instead, simply let them know that it’s valid to feel the way that they do. For example, if a friend says, “I feel useless,” we could validate them by saying, “I can see how you might feel that way.”

n Allow the person to experience their emotions fully before moving toward any kind of improvement. We cannot impose our idea of when they should be ready or able to feel differently. This is when we practice unconditional presence and unconditional love. We are there as support, without trying to fix them or anything else. Don’t be offended if they don’t accept support that’s offered at this time. A benevolent power is inherent in offering love that exists regardless of what someone does or does not do with it.

n Help the other person to strategize ways to manage the reactions they might be having to their emotions after—and only after—their feelings have been validated, acknowledged and fully felt. This is when we can as-sert new ways of looking at a situation that may improve the way another person is feeling. This is when advice may be offered. When done successfully, this pro-cess can transform a conflict encoun-tered in a relationship into solid gold.

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are common preservatives found in lip products, liquid makeup and moistur-izers that the European Commission on Endocrine Disruption cites as interfer-ing with hormone function. They’ve also been shown to cause kidney dam-age, according to research from Spain’s Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. Formaldehyde in many forms, including quaternium-15, coal tar, ben-zene and mineral oils that are prohibited in the European Union and Japan, are classified as carcinogens by the Interna-tional Agency for Research on Cancer. These examples represent the tip of the iceberg of toxic chemicals of concern commonly used in cosmetics. They further range from allergens and substances that cause non-cancerous and cancerous tumors and organ toxic-ity to developmental and reproductive impairment, miscarriage and bioac-cumulation leading to toxic overload when not excreted. Fragrances don’t have to be includ-ed in label ingredient lists, constituting another major concern, explains Engel. “Most cosmetics, even eye shadow, contain fragrance, and those fragrances can contain several dozen unlabeled ingredients, including hormone-disrupt-ing phthalates.” The European Union is the au-thoritative source on all of these issues. Based on its CosIng (cosmetic ingredi-ents) database accessed via ec.europa.

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Safe and Healthy AlternativesFortunately, safe alternatives are avail-able to enhance our natural beauty. “Become an educated consumer and read the list of ingredients,” advises Jan-ice Cox, the Medford, Oregon, author of Natural Beauty at Home. “Fewer ingredients and organic components mean safer products.” Better yet, we can make our own more natural beauty aids. “One advan-tage of making your own is that you’re in control. You know yourself and your skin and sensitivities,” says Cox. DIY products are easy if intense color isn’t a requirement. “The color many people want is hard to produce with kitchen in-gredients,” Cox explains. “You can make clear mascara and eyebrow tamer with castor oil. It’s easy to make lip balms and maybe get a little color by adding berry juice or beetroot powder.” For those that want the look of high-quality makeup without toxins, other good alternatives come into play, says Hollywood makeup artist Lina Hanson, author of Eco-Beautiful. “I had been working in the industry for several years before I discovered the toxic ingredients in makeup; I was shocked,” she says. Equally unsettling, “I also learned that many of the ingredients allowed in the U.S. are banned in the European Union because of their toxicity.” That knowledge launched Han-son’s quest to create safe, organic, beauty-enhancing products for women, celebrities and everyday people alike. “So many people these days pay close attention to what they put in their bod-ies, but not everyone is as careful about what they put on their bodies,” she says. “I want people to understand that you don’t have to sacrifice beauty in going green.” Hanson warns against so-called “natural” cosmetics that abuse the term and may include harmful preservatives and synthetic ingredients. She assures, “Any product labeled ‘USDA certified organic’ contains 100 percent organic ingredients.” Her book mentions numerous brands she recommends.


Beauty Bonus TipHealthy, moisturized skin is essential to natural beauty, many experts agree, noting that younger women need to unclog pores to prevent acne. They don’t need much moisturizing, but skin generally becomes drier with age, making good moisturizers impor-tant. Cox recommends jojoba oil to effect glowing skin. Hanson likes coconut oil, although she recom-mends rubbing it in, removing make-up and then taking it off with a hot, wet towel. The Campaign for Safe Cosmet-ics (SafeCosmetics.org) has created a helpful app for iPhone and Android users at ThinkDirtyApp.com. Simply download it and scan a store item’s barcode to immediately access infor-mation on the product’s toxic ingredi-ents, along with recommendations for healthier alternatives.

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“Barre is a combination of ballet, yoga and Pilates principles. We use small, isometric movements to tempo-rarily fatigue muscles and make them long and lean. The so-called fatigue is what causes muscles to shake, and therefore, change,” explains Nadia Yokarini-Kotsonis, a certified barre instructor at Physique Fitness Studio, in

Grove City, Ohio. Students use a ballet barre to support themselves while doing the exercises. Yokarini-Kotsonis is among many former dancers that have embraced barre fitness. Trained in ballet, tap, contemporary and traditional dance in Athens, Greece, she discovered barre when she moved to the U.S. “I fell in love with how challenging it was and the effects and changes I saw in my body. I got certified a year later and have

been teaching ever since. I’m still in love with practicing it, no matter how tired I might be beforehand,” she says. Rather than a cardiovascular regi-men, “Barre is good for developing core strength. You gain overall flexibil-ity, muscle strength, improved posture and range of motion,” says Lisa Juliet, West Coast regional director of the teacher certification program (Barre Certification.com).

Not Just for DancersWhile barre has had some U.S. pres-ence since the 1950s, “It’s having a re-surgence now,” says Charlene Causey, a certified natural health professional and ballet body barre instructor in Pueblo, Colorado. Newfound interest began on both coasts and is quickly becoming a Mid-west mainstay, according to Yokarini-Kotsonis, who says it’s one of the most popular classes she teaches, and other studios are following suit. She remarks, “Everyone wants to offer barre, and everyone wants to come to a class and see what it’s about.” “Seniors love it because barre helps improve their balance. It’s also perfect for people working to over-come injuries,” says Juliet. She notes that while women are predominant in classes, the tide is turning a bit toward more gender equity. “Men that enter classes as skeptical come out sweat-ing.” One recently earned his barre teaching certificate.

Benefits of Barre“What makes this workout brilliant is that the classes are designed to fit the goals and ability levels of all partici-pants. Each set of exercises provides options ranging from the beginner to the more advanced barre enthusiast. Effective, yet safe, low-impact tech-niques provide ongoing challenges,” says Causey. Those that regularly practice real-ize many positive effects. “Your body becomes long and lean, similar to a ballet dancer’s. You learn to stand tall and become stronger with each class,” says Yokarini-Kotsonis. However, don’t expect it to be easy. “Even when you do it every day, you’ll still find it extremely challenging,” she adds.

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Most teachers individualize modifications for beginners. “I tell my students to do what they can. There’s no judgment here,” says Causey. Many yoga teachers offer barre classes as a beneficial complement to other sports and activities such as running. “It supplements your other endeavors,” notes Causey. Today’s barre classes feature bare feet and typical workout wear, specialized equipment and props, contemporary music and of course, the ballet barre. The whole ex-perience is highly positive and upbeat, says Causey. Most fitness experts would agree that it’s good to add variety to workouts, and trying something new adds spice to the mix. Plus, for those that keep at it, says Yokarini-Kotsonis, “Barre can be the fastest results-oriented program you can undergo. Expect to see a change in your body in a month if you attend three to four classes a week.”

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The secret to happiness and find-ing the enduring joy we all seek is Thanksgiving—the simple act

of continually giving thanks. To real-ize wonderful positive outcomes, up to and including seeming miracles, do one thing: Show gratitude all day long. Seeing everything in a new light, through a refreshing prism of love and appreciation, imparts a deep inner well of peace, calm and joy, making us feel more alive. We can feel that way every day, in every aspect of life, awaking each morning excited to create the day ahead and enthusiastic about each moment and then falling asleep at night embracing a profound feeling of gratitude for all the good we know and have. Happiness is contagious and be-comes an upward spiral of joy naturally shared with others. Start today by launching a daily gratitude journal. This single action, the simplest and quickest way to get results, will foster a habit geared to change everything forever. It fills up our love tank, sparks success and benefits everyone. To embrace better relationships, health, clarity, life and tangible and intangible wealth:

n Set a daily time for journal writing.

n Pick a handful of things that prompt gratitude that day. Perhaps begin with people that support you in some way. Everything counts, from expressions of beauty to basic conveniences. Eventual-ly the daily list will grow, generating the joy of gratitude at ever-higher levels.

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world. Even if something’s a work in progress, like encouraging steps in a relationship, focus on what makes you feel good and want more of and you’ll start seeing more evidence of them.

n Elaborate in detail about a particular thing that earns extra gratitude. This car-ries more benefits from intense feelings than creating a list. When we see how blessed we are with what we already have, it creates more of what we are grateful for, generating an endless cycle of gratitude.

n Take notice of the surprises and little miracles that occur, and be sure to make note of them to evoke an even stronger level of awe and gratitude.

Robert Emmons, Ph.D., of the University of California-Davis, a lead-ing authority in researching the science of gratitude and its impact on well-being, instructs his study participants, “Be aware of your feelings and how you ‘relish’ and ‘savor’ this gift in your imagination. Take the time to be especially aware of the depth of your gratitude.” In other words, don’t hurry through this exercise like a to-do list. An all-day-long attitude of grati-tude ramps up our awareness of life’s pleasures. It takes an already good life to a whole new zone of zest.

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TemperamentAccount Coordinator for z11 Communications, public speaker and author Michael Holtz, of Knoxville, Tennessee, admits he would’ve fallen in love with any dog. His wife, Sarah, searched to find the one that would work best for them. Based on past experience, Sarah knew that she didn’t want a herding, massive, shedding or miniature pet. She was drawn to Labra-dor types and found Marley, a golden/basset mix rescue that moved in as Michael was undergoing cancer treatment. “She’s calm, playful and wants to be near, but doesn’t smother, is stubborn, yet trainable, and mostly obedient,” Sarah says. “Plus, she’s content to nap or go on three-mile walks. Walking Marley helped Michael’s recovery after sur-gery. She was good with just sniffing the green off of a blade of grass until he was ready to head home.”

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Not Quite PerfectThe perfect pet doesn’t have to be perfect in looks or health. Dorie Herman, of Jersey City, New Jersey, a graphic designer for Martha Stewart Living, in New York City, is the human behind Chloe Kardoggian, a Chihuahua and puppy mill rescue, age 11, which she describes as “three pounds, two teeth, one giant tongue and an Insta-gram sensation.” Due to poor nutrition, mill dogs often lose their teeth as young adults, causing their tongues to hang out. She advocates for older dogs and an adopt/don’t buy policy. “With senior animals, you know what you’re getting. They have personality,” says Herman. “With my work schedule, I wanted an older pet, small and piddle-pad trained.”

Take TwoHerbert Palmer, of Morris Plains, New Jersey, now with Green the Grid Group, worked for a moving company when three kittens showed up near the loading dock. A co-worker took one. Not in the market for a cat, much less two, Palmer tried to find them good, safe homes. Af-ter five days, he realized, Lucky and Day had a home—with him. “Sometimes we adopt them. Many times they adopt us,” he confides.

Falling in love doesn’t depend solely on what looks good on paper. Everyone deserves to find their “heart” pet—when that first exchanged look proclaims, “He’s mine.”

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1Overcoming Negative Self Talk – 10:30am-1:30pm. Part 1 discussed the need to realize the importance of positive inner dialogue, as a path to peace, health and success. Part 2 discusses the law of attraction. Felicia McQuaid will demystify the power of vi-bration and the law of attraction. Change what you say and you will change what you see. $35. Inspire and More Yoga, Blue Mountain Industrial Park, 89 WRM Circle, Santa Rosa Beach. 850-217-2771. TheHealingClinicFwb.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5Radical Flow – 9-10am. Get ready to sweat with the staff as you purify and build your overall physique in this jump-start to your weekend. $15, $10/military, student. Hot Yoga Om, 222 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. HotYogaOm.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6Glow with the Flow – 7-8:30pm. A fun evening of black light glow-in-the-dark flow yoga. Wear white or neon colors; glow necklaces, bracelets and paints will be provided. Rock out to funky music and get your glow on. $20. Yoga Junkie Studio, 1157 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville. YogaJunkieStudio.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7Essential Oils and Reflexology – 2-4:30pm. Learn how to get more out of your essential oils by apply-ing them to reflexology points of the feet versus the entire sole of the foot. One lucky participant will get to be the volunteer. Free. Esther’s Garden of Heal-ing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. EsthersGardenOfHealing.com.

Coffeehouse Concert – 6-8pm. Nationally acclaimed recording artist Jennifer Ferren brings her inspira-tional singing and songwriting to Pensacola for a coffeehouse style concert. Jennifer’s music is a per-fect blend of rock, pop, jazz, R&B and gospel. Love offering. Unity of Pensacola, Fellowship Hall, 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13Grain-Free Thanksgiving Cooking – 6:30-8:30pm. Spend the evening cooking a Thanksgiving meal with everything you need except the turkey, and dis-cussing why the grain-free lifestyle is a good choice to stay healthy without giving up the foods you love. Bring any other food-related or food-sensitivity questions to discuss while you cook. $30. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. EsthersGardenOfHealing.com.

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Loving Me So You Can Love Me Workshop with Rev. Alice Brown – 12:30pm. This workshop will help you look at your relationships through a dif-ferent lens, helping you to make adjustments. As a person thinks in his heart, so is he. Attendees receive a CD. Love offering. Unity of Pensacola, Fellowship Hall, 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

upcomingSATURDAY, DECEMBER 5Essential Oils and Reflexology of the Hands – 2-4:30pm. Learn how to get more out of your es-sential oils by applying them to reflexology points of the hands thereby targeting specific areas of the body. One lucky participant will get to be the volunteer. Free. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. Esthers GardenOfHealing.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14Intro to Ashtanga Yoga – 10am-12:30pm. Develop a basic understanding of the philosophy of ashtanga yoga. Learn the basics of this unique practice, an intelligent sequence of poses designed to promote vitality, strength and flexibility. $40/advance, $45/day of. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

Clean Energy Fest – 11am-5pm. Celebrate clean, renewable energy from the wind, sun, people-power and more: Future of Energy art show, electric cars, solar panels, a tiny house, food, music and special performances by Team Green World. Free. The East Hill Yard, 1010 N 12th Ave, Pensacola. 850-764-8226. World.350.org/pensacola/.

Personalize Your Practice – 2-4pm. Deepen your practice with a method of marking your mat based on the measurements of your body. Eliminate that issue of alignment cueing and be able to practice anywhere for the proportions of your body. $20/advance, $25/day of. Yoga Junkie Studio, 1157 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville. YogaJunkieStudio.com.

Organic Living on a Budget – 3-5pm. Feed a 6-person family with organic, non-GMO food for roughly $800 per month? Topics to be covered include: food, body care, cleaners and more. This class could put money back into your pocket almost immediately. $20. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. EsthersGar-denOfHealing.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17Breast Cancer Support Group – 6-8pm. Alice McCall will lead the group to reflect on the im-portance of Heart Wisdom - how to source it and have the courage to act on its guidance. Includes a guided healing meditation to connect your own heart wisdom. Free. Olson Women’s Diagnostic Center at Sacred Heart H, 850-585-5496. [email protected]. HealingPath.info.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21The Emergence of Maitreya the World Teacher – 2:30-3:30pm. Maitreya and the Masters of Wisdom

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Aquachi Detox Footbath – 10am-2pm. Ionic foot bath therapy for simple detoxing is a natural way to enhance your overall sense of well-being and am-plify the body’s ability to heal itself. $30/30 minute session. The Healing Clinic, 184 Brooks St, Bldg 2, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. TheHealing-ClinicFWB.com.

Chakra Flow – 5:30-6:30pm. Special flow-based class is meant to stimulate the movement of energy in the chakras, the energy centers contained in each individual. They each have a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual trait. Temps range from 98-102° . $15. $10/military, student. Hot Yoga Om, 222 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. HotYogaOm.com.

Acu Yoga – 6pm. Explore the different meridians and subtle energy channels of ancient Chinese medi-cine, including the stomach, spleen, liver, kidneys, heart, lungs, intestines, etc. Use yoga postures and meditations to explore the different channels and work points along the channels. $15. North West Florida Ballet Annex, Brooks St, behind Main Academy, Fort Walton. 850-225-9188. [email protected].

Ballroom Dance Basics – 6:15-7pm. Learn the basics of Cha Cha, Rumba and East Coast Swing. Become the dancer you’ve always wanted to be! Learn in our low stress, nurturing environment. $15. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com.

wednesday

Gentle Flow Yoga – 10-11:15am. Beginner based therapeutic movement combined with breath aware-ness and guided meditation. Healing for the body, mind and soul.Taught by Master Teacher, Felicia Mc-Quaid with over 12yrs of experience. 850-217-2771. Drop in fee. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St. Bldg 2, FWB. 850-217-2771.TheHealingClinicFWB.com.

thursday

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Education and Sup-port – 2-4pm. 4th Thur. Covenant Alzheimer’s Services Caregiver Education and Support Group. Onsite respite care can be provided with an RSVP. Unity of Ft Walton Beach, 1797 Hurlburt RD, FWB. Maureen: 850-244-8933.

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Yoga – Achieve balance in your mind, body and spirit. Mon, ashtanga vinyasa 6pm; Tues, wellness 11:15 and hot yoga 6pm; Wed, vinyasa flow 6pm; Thurs, yoga back 11:15 and restorative 6pm; Fri, happy hour 6pm. All levels welcome. $5/per class. Yoga Connection PC, 2629 W 23rd St, Ste H, Pan-ama City. 850-785-8805. YogaConnnectionPC.com.

mondayMassage Monday – 9am-6pm. Depending on the immediate concerns and specific needs of each cli-ent, techniques may vary from relaxing Swedish massage to variations of deep tissue massage. $55/with promo code Monday. The Healing Clinic, 184 Brooks St, Bldg 2, FWB. 850-217-2771. TheHeal ingClinicFWB.com.

Dance for Parkinson’s - 12:15-1:15pm. A class for those afflicted with Parkinson’s, showing how dance is still available to you no matter what stage you are in. Caregivers can also attend. Free. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, FWB. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com.

Yoga w/Pranic Healing – 6-7pm. Start your week by getting in touch with your higher self. Find still-ness and peacefulness by moving mindfully. $15. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. Light-EnergyDancing.com.

Beginners Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Learn the basics of yoga with other beginners in a comfortable atmosphere where you can connect with your body and release your fears. A new way of feel-ing and living. $15, packages available. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

Meditation & Pranic Healing – 6-7pm. Twin Hearts Meditation to bless the planet, the people in your life and bring blessings into your own life. Stay afterward for our Pranic Healing clinic.. $10, $8/punch card. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, FWB. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com.

tuesday

Baby and Me Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Bring your Munchkin (age 0-1) to yoga and do a series of poses designed specifically for the new parent and baby to bond and feel good. Nurse or change baby as

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HEALTH COACHING, NUTRITION AND PERSONAL TRAINING – Do you want to lose weight, get rid of stress, feel good? I offer coaching, meal plans, personal training and Yahweh yoga to help you reach your goals. I will guide you daily and help you succeed. Call Tracy at 850-481-6992.

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JUICE, SMOOTHIES, SOUPS AND SALADS – Enjoy our juice and smoothie bar; organic salads to go and organic soups (cold months). 9am-3pm. Mon-Fri. Golden Almond Health Food Store. 339 Racetrack Road, NW. FWB. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com.

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MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE BY OWNER – Custom finished medical office space in the Heart of Destin. 8 treatment rooms, conference room, large reception area, office space, 3 restrooms, kitchen. Serious inquiries only to: [email protected].

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE – 8th Element Wellness is looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Health care practitioner who wants to rent space and be a complimentary addition to our team. Room for rent in calm environment at 90 Beal Pkwy in Ft Walton Bch. If interested, please call Christie at 850-598-7515 or Alex at 850-582-2285.

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DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL – Deep Cleansing Facial includes a Microdermabrasion and Enzyme Peel. Only $75 (regular cost over $200). Brava Hair Studio, Day Spa & Boutique, FWB. 850-833-3003. BravaHairStudio.com.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE FOR HEALTH MAINTENANCE – Janet Hardy, LMT, BCTMB, John F. Barnes’ expert Myofascial Release therapist is now offering treatment for many womens’ health issues. For more information, please call 850-231-9131or email CaringTouch [email protected].

NATURAL HEALTH CONSULTANTS – Knowl-edeable, experienced staff members available to help with your questions about natural and organic foods, herbs, supplements and anti-aging products. Golden Almond Health Food Store. 339 Racetrack Road, NW. FWB. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com.

PORTRAITS – Professional portrait studio with amazing backdrops, unique monthly themes, glam-orous and romantic styles, plus full of vintage and antique props and backgrounds. 90 minute photo session includes 3 finished digital portraits. Only $200. Brava Hair Studio, Day Spa & Boutique. 850-833-3003. BravaHairStudio.com.

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ACUPUNCTUREREBECCA FREEMAN, AP, MAOM1180 Eglin Pkwy NE, Shalimar 850-902-2536 • [email protected]

Caring and compassionate masters of acupuncture and Oriental medi-cine acupuncture. More than 12 years’ experience relieving all types of pain, including: headaches, fe-male problems, digestive problems and more.

KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTERJohn S Kovar, DC29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com

Experience the many benefits of acupuncture. Restoring health naturally to patients for more than 30 years, Dr. Kovar also offers chiropractic care, nutrition re-sponse testing with designed clinical nutrition, and massage.

DR ANAYA PALAY, DAOMDoctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Calhoun Chiropractic16600 Back Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach • 850-230-1288

Using ancient wisdom to holisti-cally treat today’s illnesses. Spe-cializing in: Women’s Health in-cluding painful or heavy periods, fertility, pre- and post-natal care, peri-menopause and beyond.

DR SHERYL ROE Acupuncture PhysicianNavarre • FWB850-225-3460 • DrSRoe.com

Acupuncture works. Learn how it can work for you at the Navarre, Destin or Mary Esther. Treating all types of pain, addiction, sleep disorders, stress, fibromyalgia, PTSD. Feel better soon. See ad, page 10.

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFTDR SHERYL ROE Acupuncture PhysicianNavarre • FWB850-225-3460 • DrSRoe.com

Acupuncture works. Learn how it can work for you at the Navarre, Destin or Mary Esther. Treating all types of pain, addiction, sleep disorders, stress, fibromyalgia, PTSD. Feel better soon. See ad, page 10.

AIR CONDITIONINGEMERALD AIR SERVICES, LLC HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING112 Beal Pkwy SW, FWB850-244-2665 • EmeraldAirFWB.com

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BEAUTYBRAVA HAIR STUDIO, DAY SPA & BOUTIQUE [email protected] 850-833-3003 • BravaHairStudio.com

Shampoos and conditioners incorporate pure aromatherapy essential oils which are benefi-cial to your hair and also your well being. Continued educa-tion and frequent training al-

low us to provide the most up to date trends and techniques. See ad, page 44.

SALON VEDAT ORGANIC SALONJanice Skene114-B Benning Dr, Destin • [email protected] • SalonVedat.com

Organic Salon Systems started a revolution of healthier, natural, organic, bet ter performing professional products. Beauty without sacrif icing health. C o l o r i n g a n d s m o o t h i n g treatments for silky, healthy hair. No SLS, ammonia, parabens, plastics. See ad, page 19.

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BODYWORKERS

CARING TOUCH Janet Hardy, LMT Board Certified since 1994Myofascial Release Therapist Expert LevelSanta Rosa Beach • 850-231-9131CaringTouchTherapy.net

In her 20+ years of massage therapy Janet has found the John F. Barnes’ Approach® to be the most effective and holistic treatment for the relief of pain and optimal health. MA17333. See ad, page 10.

ALEXANDREA MCALLASTER, LMT 8th Element Wellness, LLC90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB850-582-2285

Dedicated to a heart centered practice specializing in Healing Touch Energy Therapy, Chakra balancing and Neuromuscular pain management with focus on neck release and low back pain. MA59372. See ad, page 28.

CHRISTIE MORGAN, LMT 8th Element Wellness LLC90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB850-598-7515

Specializing in pain management massage and a blend of therapeutic massage techniques with focused intention to de-stress the body and mind. MA50499. See ad, page 28.

BOUTIQUEBRAVA HAIR STUDIO, DAY SPA & BOUTIQUE [email protected] 850-833-3003 • BravaHairStudio.com

Brava Boutique is full of fun and exotic gifts from all over the world. Everything from organic pastas from Italy to Charles Viancin echo friendly

lids for healthy food storage. See ad, page 44.


KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTERJohn S Kovar, DC29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com

Practicing locally for over 30 years, expertise in treating pain conditions, auto injury and restoring health naturally through nutrition response t e s t i n g , c l i n i c a l n u t r i t i o n , acupuncture , massage and chiropractic wellness care.

COLONIC THERAPYTHE METAMORPHOSIS CLINIC(Formerly Skindeep)Cindy Butler, Owner/TherapistSkindeepDestin.com • [email protected]

Body & Mind Wellness Services including, Colonics, Total Body D e t o x F o o t b a t h , S k i n Rejuvenation Treatments, Infrared Sauna, Transcendental Meditation training, Lifestyle Transition Coaching, Proven Weight-Loss Program. MA49032/MM27113. See ad, page 28.

CRAFTS & GIFTSSTONE SOUPIntuitive Spiritual Center700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, [email protected] • 850-533-6565

Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive cen-ter. Locally made crafts

by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paint-ings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand painted furniture. See ad, page 20.

DENTISTRYDR DAYTON HART, DMDIAOMT Protocol225 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com

Free book: Mercury Free Dentistry. Ozone, laser no-suture gum surgery, test for compatible materials, cavity-causing bacteria. Examine for gum disease bacteria. Laser cavity diagnoses, saliva, ph check, oral galvanic screening; no fluoride.

BREAST SCREENINGHEND-RX NUTRITION & LABORATORIES205 Kelly Ave NE, Ste A, FWB850-736-5700 • [email protected]

Screening with thermography can detect abnormalities in the v e r y e a r l i e s t s t a g e s cardiovascular, breast thyroid, hormonal digestive, diabetes, TMJ. Also offering personalized healthcare assessments and

organic botanical supplements. See ad, page 44.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIESFAIRYTALE BY CHRISTINA703-861-9062FairytaleByChristina@gmail.comFairyTaleByChristina.com

A child’s dream come true... Fairy Tale by Christina is a one-of-a-kind experience, allowing a storybook to come to life for your child’s birthday party, camp or special event. Ask about our Military Family discount.

CHIROPRACTICBLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTERApril Lee, DC4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com

Natural and holistic healthcare. Offering chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, massage therapy, nu t r i t iona l education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

HENARD FAMILY CHIROPRACTICDr Karen Henard, DC4566 Hwy 20 E, Ste 205, Niceville850-897-1105 • HenardChiro.com

A second generation chiropractor, Dr. Henard is committed to chiropractic wellness for the family, improving health naturally. More than 16 years’ experience in pediatrics, sports and automobile injuries. Most insurance and affordable cash plans.

DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB850-243-1534WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com

Healthy digestion, well aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good nights sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat sleep disorders, TMJ, headaches, snoring, and sleep apnea. Plus, crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, mplant restorations, allgner orthodontics,

cleanings, digital x-ray imaging, laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ad, page 39.

DINING

SYNERGY ORGANIC JUICE BAR AND CAFÉ120 Miraclestrip Pkwy SE850-865-4919SynergyOrganicCafeFWB.com

Juice Bar and Café offers f a r m - t o - t a b l e m e a l s prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; gluten-free, dairy-free. Whole

food cooking, juicing, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 35.

EMOTIONAL HEALINGBACK TO BASIC WELLNESSSusan Giangiulio, MEd, CECP, CLP850-240-2279Back-To-Basic-Wellness.com

Certified Lifeline Technique™ and an Emotion Code Practitioner applying kinesiology, known as muscle testing, to communicate with subconscious thoughts. Release t rapped emotions, eliminate personal obstacles and limiting behaviors.

ENVIROMENTAL WELLNESS COMPASS SOLAR ENERGYServing NW Florida850-439-0035CompassSolar.com

Since 1989 Compass Solar has provide the area with reliable solar electric, solar water

heating, solar pool heating and solar attic fans powered solely by the Sun. An approved PACE funding contractor. See ad, page 17.

Nature is often hidden, sometimes overcome, seldom extinguished.

~Francis Bacon


GEOTHERMALEMERALD AIR SERVICES, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING112 Beal Pkwy SE, FWB850-244-2665 • EmeraldAirFWB.com

To greatly improve system e f f i c i e n c y, e q u i p m e n t performance, and longevity, eliminate fil ter-changing inconveniences and provide you home with the purest,


HEALING ARTS MICHAEL BRANT DEMARIA, PHD Psychologist, Yoga/Meditation Teacher Sound Healing Artist, Speaker, [email protected] • MichaelDemaria.com

Free meditation series at Youtube.com/MBDemaria; upcoming events at PeaceWithinNow.com. Ongoing meditation/yoga classes at Sanders Beach Community Center. 850-436-5198. Healing music available on iTunes, Amazon.com, CDbaby.com. See ad, page 15.

HEALING PATH, ALICE MCCALLTransformational Energy Healer/CounselorBS Psychology, MBA, Hypnotherapist850-585-5496 • HealingPath.info

Phone sessions to heal serious health issues, unwanted patterns, and more. Authored Wellness Wisdom on natural health and healing; inspired by her journey with cancer.

HOLISTIC MEDICINENITIN BAWA, MD DrBawa.com Destin: 850-424-7320 Fort Walton Beach: 850-586-7890Santa Rosa Beach: 850-534-4170

General medicine with a holistic w e l l n e s s a p p r o a c h a n d specialized services in bio-identical hormone therapy, weight loss, food allergies, nutritional analysis and anti-aging procedures. Most insurance accepted. See ad, page 25.

EMERALD AIR SERVICES, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING112 Beal Pkwy SE, FWB850-244-2665 • EmeraldAirFWB.com

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WELL BEING BY ARLENEArlene Cook850-896-4231 • EnjoyFreedom.bizAn Environmental Approach to Wellness

Many health challenges today are due to toxins and d e f i c i e n c i e s i n o u r environment. Drinking clean, alkaline water with negative ions can have

positive health benefits.

FARMERS’ MARKET30A FARMER’S MARKETS 850-499-4697 • 30AFarmersMarket.com 3 Locations:Rosemary Beach Town Center, on 30 A9am-1pm Sundays (Year Round)Thursdays (Memorial Day-Labor Day)

Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, on Hwy 989am-1pm - Saturday (Year Round)

WaterColor Coastal Cerulean Park, on 30A9am-2pm Sundays & Thursday (Year Round)

Serene, beautiful, dis-tinctive and exclusive is the best way to de-scribe the 30A Farm-ers’ Market Family. European and coastal-inspired markets fea-ture local farmers,

makers, bakers, and specialty vendors in an inviting market experience. See ad, page 13.

FOODS & SUPPLEMENTSBODY-B-HEALTHY 2227 Ferdon Blvd, Crestview850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook

Knowledgeable staff and cutting edge d i g i t a l h e a l t h assessments. Dairy-free and gluten-free

food items, supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products, plus delicious nutritional smoothies. See ad, page 6.

ESTHER’S GARDEN OF HEALING, LLC8184 Navarre Pkwy, [email protected]

A unique establishment specializing in 150+ bulk herbs, 40+ loose teas, homeopathic remedies and our herbal skincare line. Find us on Facebook for an updated schedule of our weekly workshops. See ad, page 25.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.comHours: M-F 9-6, S 10-4, Closed Sun

Natural and organic foods. Largest selec-t ion of herbs and supplements in the area. Enjoy our new fresh juice bar, open

weekdays 10-4. Knowledgeable and personable staff. See ad, page 43 (The Emerald Coast edition.)

MOUNT OF OLIVES HEALTH FOODS728 W 23rd St, Panama City 850-784-9001 • MountOfOlives.com

Fea tur ing qua l i ty products we stand behind. Gluten free foods, non GMO, bulk foods, refrigerated/

frozen organic foods, raw foods, cosmetics, organic pet food. See ad, page 43 (The Panama City edition).

SYNERGY ORGANIC JUICE BAR AND CAFÉ120 Miraclestrip Pkwy SE850-865-4919SynergyOrganicCafeFWB.com

Juice Bar and Café offers f a r m - t o - t a b l e m e a l s prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; gluten-free, dairy-free. Whole

food cooking, juicing, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 35.

He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature.

~Socrates


GULF COAST HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARERaquel Skidmore, MD850-640-1530756 Harrison Ave, Panama CityGulfCoastHolisticAndPrimaryCare.com

At GCHPC, your health comes first. A philosophy that joins holistic and conventional medical care where we treat the whole human —mind, body and spirit.Prescreening to prescribe medical marijuana.

HYPNOSISDESTIN HYPNOSISTom Mueller, CMC, CHt850-865-0285 • DestinHypnosis.comFacebook.com/DestinHypnosis

Certified hypnotherapist and master life coach. Hypnosis is powerful anytime a change in feeling, thinking or behavior is desired. My mission is your success. Call today. See ad, page 21.

INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRYDR DEBORAH R SIMKIN, MD DFAACAP, Diplomat ABIHM4641 Gulfstarr Dr, Ste 106, Destin850-243-9788IntegrativePsychiatryOfDestin.com

Board certified in neurofeedback and Integrative Medicine. Simkin specializes in Integrative Psychiatry (complementary and alternative assessments and interventions) and qEEG Z Score LORETA neurofeedback (an advanced neurofeedback which typically allows far fewer

sessions). See ad, page 37.

INTUITIVE ARTS JUL CONSTANTINEPsychic Connections by Juls850-533-9448JulConstantine@gmail.comPsychicConnectionsByJuls.com

Intuitive, medium, author and teacher. More information on Jul’s website. Discover your intuitive abilities by signing up for a Psychic Development Workshop. Readings are in person or by phone.

THE HEALING CLINIC OF FORT WALTON BEACHFelicia McQuaid850-217-2771 TheHealingClinicFWB.com

Certified Advanced Angel Reader through Doreen Virtue. Connect with your Angels to receive love filled guidance and clarityabout specific questions and areas of life. Sessions available in person or via skpe or facetime. See ad, page 4.

MASSAGE THERAPY8TH ELEMENT WELLNESS, LLC90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-420-5819

Wellness spa features a variety of therapeutic massage modal i t ies , energy therapy, chakra balancing, skincare, h y p n o t h e r a p y a n d acupuncture with Dr. Sheryl Roe. Also avail-

able for group events, bridal massage parties, couples massage, girl’s day outings and workshops. See ad, page 28.

BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTERApril Lee, DC4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com

Sports and rehabilitation massage therapy. Natural and holistic healthcare. Chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

MASSAGE ENVY SPA DESTIN& MASSAGE ENVY SPA FWB34904 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Unit #132Destin • 850-650-850099 Eglin Pkwy, Unit #5B, Uptown Station FWB • 850-301-2000MassageEnvy.com

Looking for professional, customized massages andfacials? Our professional massage therapists and estheticians will customize massage and facial to fit

your needs. Make Massage Envy your spa. Two convienent locations in Destin and Fort Walton Beach. See ad, page 41.

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