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contentsNatural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the prod-ucts and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

22 EXPO CELEBRATES 5 YEARS Natural Awakenings Awakens the Upstate by Barbara Bolduc

24 LIVE GREEN, SAVE BIG Five Eco-Friendly Life Decisions that Can Actually Save Money by Crissy Trask

30 CULINARY MUSHROOM MAGIC Delicate Powerhouses of Nutrition and Medicine by Case Adams

35 GOOD RIDDANCE TO BAD VIBES Escaping Electromagnetic Exposure by Priscilla Goudreau-Santos

38 ICE CHASER James Balog’s Dramatic Images Document Climate Change by Christine MacDonald

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16 healthbriefs

20 globalbriefs

21 ecotip

22 eventspotlight

23 therapyspotlight

28 healthyliving expoguide

30 consciouseating

33 foodie diningguide

35 healingways

38 wisewords

40 earthdayevents

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Welcome Earth Day! Spring has finally made its ap-pearance in the Upstate and we are rejoicing in its blessings. The Bradford pear trees spread their bridal

veil of blossoms across our neighborhood with yellow daffo-dils and early purple crocuses splashing the landscape as we eagerly enter a vibrantly fresh season.

April is full of events designed to get us active again after weeks of being indoors avoiding an unusually cold winter. Our Healthy Living Expo on April 12 celebrates Upstate Natu-ral Awakenings fifth anniversary. Many local exhibitors will be there to answer your questions and share expert information on topics ranging from healthy eating to functional medicine and energy healing. We all look forward to meet-ing you. Special viewings of two films, The Grounded and May I Be Frank will explore the health benefits of Earthing and the story of an intriguing man named Frank and how he moved from addiction and dysfunction to healing and well-ness. You’ll find more Expo details on pages 26 and 27.

Local Complete Healing and Wellness physician, Dr. Jack Wise explores why exercise, the right foods, hydration and a spiritual outlook are essential to good health in this month’s Community Spotlight. All foodies will be interested in learning that Egyptian hieroglyphics linked mushrooms to immortality. You’ll want to try some of the tasty recipes that accompany our Conscious Eating ar-ticle, “Culinary Mushroom Magic.” .

In sync with Earth Day, author Crissy Trask shares practical advice on how to live green and save money in April’s Green Living feature article, “Live Green, Save Big.” Whether it’s choosing a home for its proximity to public transporta-tion, upgrading to a highly fuel-efficient car, or shopping for used items rather than new ones, we can all learn to make healthier choices for ourselves and the planet.

Consignment shops are a great place to pick up needed household items and inexpensive gently used clothing. The Upstate hosts a varied selection of consignment stores and boutiques. Shopping for a great buy is one of my favor-ite pastimes; walking out with exciting bargains and exchanging them for your own going-to-consignment items is the best retail therapy around.

Enjoy all the Earth Day fun and activities,

Roberta Bolduc, Publisher

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newsbriefsMeaningSight Leads Insightful MeetingsMeaningSight, a division of Life Coaching

Institute, is kicking off the year with over-whelming response and has had two very insightful Meetups this year.

In January, a large group led by Dianne Greyer-biehl and Nita Harris met up to discuss meaning, purpose, thriving, potential and the brain. Members were treated to visualization exercises with both facilitators, and then broke into small groups to discuss many topics including: how to find and live with meaning and purpose, how to define the sacred within and beyond and why it is important to thrive with resilience and low stress. One member commented, “A positively thought-provoking session, with inspiring leaders.”

In February, the discussion continued. The topic was Your Inner Genius: Creating a Spiritual/Meaning-Based Life of One’s Own. Once again, Greyerbiehl and Harris facilitated exercises that enabled participants to experience trans-formed and positive thinking. The feedback has been outstanding, and one per-son said, “In a word, worthwhile. Practical, useful knowledge clearly imparted and immediately demonstrated. I will be returning...”

Meetups will continue monthly on Mondays. Upcoming Meetups will focus on the following: Love 2.0: Creating Loving Relationships, Wisdom, Health and a Spirituality Within (April 14); and Transformation, Your Inner Genius and Easier Life Lessons (May 12).

MeaningSight can be reached at 864-282-8989 or at MeaningSight.org. For more information on MeaningSight Meetups, visit Meetup.com/Life-Coaching-Institute. See ad, page 39.

Enhanced Living Chiropractic Making MiraclesEnhanced Living Chiropractic ended its

2013 Miracle Year for Wellness cam-paign with a $5,000 donation to Greer Relief. Greer Relief’s mission is to serve the Greater Greer community by provid-ing emergency relief, promoting self-suf-ficiency and facilitating the partnership of the agencies within the J. Verne Smith Center.

Enhanced Living Chiropractic feels that it has a duty to reach out and help the community in many ways. Its first priority and greatest ability is to provide its community with natural healthcare and wellness through chiropractic care. As a part of the Miracle Year for Wellness campaign, it has donated the exam fee for new patients to Greer Relief during special events.

“I am so happy that, together with our patients, we have been able to give to so many families with such a great need. It is really a win-win for both the patients and the benefactors of Greer Relief. We help our patients receive relief from their physical pain, as well as the financial hardship for the individuals and families in our community,” remarks Dr. Nina Kennedy, Enhanced Living Chiro-practic owner.

Kennedy wants to thank all of her pa-tients for their help in reaching this past year’s goal of $5,000 and looks forward to exceeding 2014’s goal.

Enhanced Living Chiropractic is located at 140 Sage Creek Way, Greer. To be a part of the Miracle Year for Wellness 2014 campaign, call 864-848-0640.

Tortilla Maria Offers Free Wi-Fi for CustomersPelham Road’s organic Mexican eatery, Tortilla Maria, now has free wi-fi for

customers. Owner Bahram Mehrabani notes, “We are happy to announce that we have a new website and blog, and we will be posting important informa-tion on our blog, such as how to save money on organic foods, how to purchase non-GMO foods and how to make your own kombucha. We are glad to be able to provide free Wi-Fi for our customers.”

The restaurant takes pride in using healthy and organic ingre-dients according to freshness and availability. The menu is based on seasonal, organic, or locally-grown produce, naturally-raised meats, hormone-free dairy and organic grains. It uses only choice cuts of beef and free-roaming poultry, and the seasonings are all MSG-free.

Tortilla Maria is located at 115 Pelham Rd., Pelham Court Shopping Center, Greenville. For more information, call 864-271-0742 or visit TortillaMaria.com. See ad, page 32.

Bahram Mehrabani, Richard Gonski

Nina Kennedy, D.C.


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The greatness of a man

is not in how much

wealth he acquires, but

in his integrity and his

ability to affect those

around him positively.

~Bob Marley

Yoga East Now Offering Massage TherapyYoga East, of Greer, is announcing that Melissa Pollard,

LMBT, is now offering massage therapy at Yoga East studio. Pollard received her massage therapy certification from Caldwell Community College in North Carolina. She has previously worked in spas and has experience with many different types of massage therapy. At Yoga East, she will offer Swedish, deep tissue and prenatal massage. Pollard hopes that with openness, her massage clients and yoga students might become more aware of their own bodies and use their breath for deeper healing and relaxation.

Pollard completed her yoga teacher training in 2008 with the legendary Ganga White, one of the “architects of American yoga,” at the White Lotus Foundation in Santa Barbara, California. Pollard’s training focused on vinyasa, but she’s also experi-enced with chair yoga, gentle yoga and children’s yoga.

Yoga East is located at 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. For more information, call 864-244-6478 or visit YogaEast.us.

Star of May I Be Frank Returns to Greenville

Frank Ferrante, the star of the documentary, May I Be Frank, will be returning to Greenville on Saturday,

April 12. Ferrante came to Greenville in 2012 for two screenings of May I Be Frank. The film will be shown again at the University Center auditorium at McAlister Square in Greenville on Saturday, April 12 at 1 p.m.

The screening is in conjunction with Natural Awakening’s Healthy Living Expo and followed by a live Q&A with Ferrante. Ferrante will be available at Synergistic Nutrition’s booth at various times during the expo to meet attendees. There is no charge to attend the expo or film screening.

In the film, Ferrante starts out as obnoxious, ex-tremely overweight, addicted to drugs, pre-diabetic, and fighting hepatitis C. He is single, estranged from his daughter, and struggling with depression, until one day when he unwittingly walks into Café Gratitude,

an organic and vegan restaurant with an extensive menu of raw foods, and begins to patronize the café regularly, eventually becoming friends with the staff. On one such visit, Ferrante is asked by Ryland Engelhart, one of the servers, “What is one thing you want to do before you die?” Ferrante replies, “I want to fall in love one more time, but no one will love me looking the way I do.”

Inspired to help him, Engelhart recruits his brother Cary Mosier and best friend Conor Gaffney to assist in a transformational experiment. What follows is a 42-day journey in which Ferrante turns his life over to three 20-something young men com-mitted to his healing and prepared to coach him physically, emotionally and spiritu-ally.

For more information about the Healthy Living Expo and the film screening, visit HealthyLiving5.com. Also visit MayIBeFrankMovie.com.

Frank Ferrante

Melissa Pollard, LMBT


Greenville Tech to Host 7th Annual EarthFest On Wednesday, April 16, Greenville Technical College (GTC) will host the 7th

annual EarthFest for students, faculty, staff and the general public. The Green-ville Tech Recycling and Sustainability Coalition (GTRSC) is sponsoring this free,

interactive and educational environmental festival. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Barton Campus of GTC. Vendors will educate the public about their environmentally conscious practices and products.

Each year, the GTRSC sponsors EarthFest, bring-ing local, Earth-friendly companies and organizations to the campus to offer ideas and products for being kind to the planet. The free event increases awareness about practices that are ecologically sound and environmentally friendly. The community is invited and participation grows each year.

“The GTRSC is committed to providing environmental education opportunities. We believe everyone can relate to the environmental movement in some way…maybe it’s through you!” adds Lynn Spicher, GTRSC EarthFest coordinator.

The GTC Barton Campus is located at 506 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. For more information, visit GvlTec.edu/EarthFest.

Discover the Earth’s Healing Power in The GroundedA new documentary film, The

Grounded, from veteran National Geographic filmmaker and naturalist Steve Kro-schel, will be screened on Saturday, April 12, at 3:30 p.m. in Greenville at the University Center audito-rium, located at McAlister Square. The screening will be in conjunction with the Healthy Living Expo presented by Natural Awakenings of the Upstate from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is no charge to attend the expo or film screening.

New research has confirmed that the surface of the earth has healing power, like a gigantic treatment table, and Kroschel takes a personal journey to test an outrageously simple and “too good to be true” healing con-cept: that bare-skin contact with the earth has profound curative effects.

The film features Apollo 14 astronaut Dr. Edgar Mitchell, Cana-dian science broadcaster Dr. David Suzuki and popular holistic advocate Dr. Joseph Mercola, with special ap-pearances by Dr. Stephen Sinatra, Dr. James Oschman and Clint Ober. A special Q&A to be held after the film will be conducted by Kroschel. Dr. Laura Koniver, who was also featured in the film, will be at the screening. Koniver created the DVD cover and is the author of a children’s book about grounding. Those who attend the screening will have an opportunity to win door prizes.

For more information about the Healthy Living Expo and the film screening, visit HealthyLiving5.com. Also visit MyGroundedMovie.com

GreenHill Pharmacy Announces Innovative Compounding for AllGreenHill Pharmacy, in Simpsonville, is now providing new pharmacy com-

pounding services for families and pets. With the prescriber’s consent, they can custom-prepare medications in a variety of product, dosage, and delivery forms that may help physicians and veterinarians better address each patient’s unique health needs. These needs can include medication allergies and side-effects, individualized and more natural solutions, dosage and delivery forms not available commercially, and better ways for patients to be consistent with their prescriptions.

Owner and compounding pharmacist, Tommy Martincic says, “Every day, as I talk with my customers and listen to their needs and challenges in life, I am compelled to do everything I can to meet those needs.” That is why GreenHill Pharmacy provides helpful things like free delivery and curbside delivery. The store is stocked with a large variety of natural and safe health and beauty alter-natives, such as essential oils, pharmaceutical-grade nutritional supplements, and pure, skin-soothing Red Clay soaps, for instance. The friendly and knowledgeable staff listens carefully to each person in order to offer caring assistance and helpful recommendations. Compounding applications can include bioidentical hormone-replacement therapy, hospice, pediatrics, pain management, dentistry, ear, nose and throat, der-matology, medication flavoring, neuropathy, veterinary, sports medicine, infertility, wound therapy, podiatry, antifungal, gastroenterology, anti-aging, and thyroid. Medi-cines are compounded into creams, drops, sprays, capsules, oral liquids and even lollipops, because GreenHill Pharmacy recognizes that everyone, including pets, is unique and should have access to the solutions that work best for them.

GreenHill Pharmacy is located at 2531 Woodruff Rd., Ste. 107, Simpsonville. For more information, call 864-520-1550, or visit GreenHillRx.com. See ad, page 20.

Laura Koniver, M.D.

GreenHill Pharmacy Staff


New Natural Supplements for Weight Management and Thyroid “In the mid-1990s, I started having

health concerns,” relates Nick A. Jerch, founder and president of Bell Life-style Products, of South Haven, Michigan and Missis-sauga, On-tario, Canada. “I found that natural prod-ucts supported my health and enhanced my life.” Eighteen years later his herbal nutrition and supplement company helps others access such natural products through more than 7,000 nutrition stores and pharmacies in North America.

One of its latest supplements, Shape and Health, is intended to support and en-hance weight management by rejuvenat-ing metabolism, supporting thyroid health, improving carbohydrate assimilation and easing a transition to better eating habits. Ingredients include chromium picoli-nate, potassium and vitaminB12, as well as extracts of black tang, guarana, kelp and wakame.

A new antioxidant-rich Thyroid Sup-port formula aims to support efficient thyroid function and keep the metabolism in top condition. The supplement also may help improve the condition of hair, skin and nails. It incorporates these botani-cals: black tang, ashwagandha, forskohlii, guggul, and the minerals zinc, selenium, copper and iodine. The formulation also includes the amino acid L-tyrosine.

For more information, call 800-333-7995 or visit BellLifestyleProducts.com. See ad, page 9.

Note: Product claims have not been evalu-ated by the U.S. Food and Drug Adminis-tration are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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It’s Yoga! Studio Offers Two-Day WorkshopJoin Michelle McAlpin, Ph.D., MA, Contemplative Psy-

chotherapy, Amrit Method Yoga Nidra instructor, and iRest Level II instructor, for a two-day workshop at It’s Yoga! Studio. Participants will experience deep relaxation in Yoga Nidra, restore inherent balance and learn tools and practices to help them be calm and balanced in the face of life’s challenges. “Yoga Nidra is easy and enjoyable to practice. If you can breathe and either sit or lie comfortably for 30 to 35 minutes, you can practice Yoga Nidra,” says Kristi Ried-Bar-ton, Director.

Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. -Yoga Nidra and Listening to the Body. Participants will learn the structure of Yoga Nidra and how to recognize messages from the body. Using gentle yoga poses, they will explore how to listen to the body and to recognize how they feel, and will end with the deep relax-ation of Yoga Nidra.

Saturday, April 5, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. - Living in an Open Place. Using Yoga Nidra, participants will learn to begin to allow themselves to remove armor they have built up within.

Sunday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. - The Body Keeps the Score. Participants will learn techniques of Yoga Nidra to help them “unpack” some of the stored emotional and

negative belief baggage within their bodies.Sunday, April 6, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Towards Resil-

ience in Times of Challenge. Participants will learn to rewire their brains in ways that better enable them to let life’s chal-lenges emerge as opportunities. The final Yoga Nidra group will take them on an imaginative journey towards growth and health.

Individual workshop sessions are $55. Cost for all of the sessions is $210.

It’s Yoga! Studio is located at 120 Halton Rd., Ste. 1, Green-ville. For more information, call 864-354-2882 or visit ItsYogaStudio.com. See ad, page 27.


healthbriefsHome Renovations Aggravate Childhood Asthma

New research suggests that renovation planning should involve more than just picking the right

colors and styles; doing it right may help prevent childhood respiratory conditions. Researchers from St. Louis University, in Missouri, linked home renovations with increased wheezing, asthma and chronic coughing among children living in the home. The study, published in the American Journal of Public Health, followed 31,049 children between the ages of 2 and 14 years old from seven Chinese cities over a two-year period.

Previous research has also reached a similar conclusion, identifying some specific materials

responsible for increased childhood respiratory disorders. A Russian study of 5,951 children ages 8 to 12 found that increased asthma and wheezing were related to recently completed painting, as well as the installation of new linoleum flooring, synthetic carpets, particleboard and wall coverings. That study, published in the same journal states, “Exposure levels are the high-est during and shortly after painting, but low levels of exposure may remain for sev-eral months. Wooden furniture, as well as painted or varnished and new furniture, is likely to emit chemical substances.” A 2002 study of New York children published in the Journal of Urban Health found similar results.

Ventilation and Cleaning Hinder Indoor PollutantsProperly ventilating and frequently cleaning

our homes and offices are both important to our health, concludes a new European study published in the Journal of Environmental Sci-ence and Health. Researchers analyzed bacteri-al and fungal counts and suspended particulate matter in indoor air samples of 40 homes and offices. They determined that 45 percent had indoor pollution levels greater than that recom-mended by the current European Concerted Action Report on air quality standards. An analysis of a Canadian government Health Measures Survey discovered 47 different indoor volatile organic compounds (VOC) among more than half of the 3,857 households surveyed throughout Canada. Most of the VOCs identified there have also been present in separate European and U.S. studies. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), VOCs are carbon chemical compounds that can evaporate under normal indoor atmospheric condi-tions. The concern with indoor VOCs is their potential to react with indoor ozone to produce harmful byproducts that may be associated with adverse health effects in sensitive populations. Benzene, trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene and xylene top the list of com-mon VOCs inside U.S. households, according to an EPA report. Typical sources comprise common household chemicals, furnishings and décor, as well as indoor activities such as unventilated cooking, heating and smoking.


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Jonah’s DreamDeborah LaFogg Docherty

Deborah LaFogg Docherty’s art combines her passions for nature and painting. “I strive to give people a glimpse of how animals live in the wild—where they live, court, raise their young and survive,” she says. “I paint a picture of a secret world that many never get a chance to see fi rst-hand.” Docherty’s cover painting, Jonah’s Dream, was in spired by the true tale of two Florida fi shermen that split open a fi sh’s stomach and found an infant sea turtle inside. Docherty had the chance to meet the turtle, named Jonah, while it was being rehabilitated at a local marine center. The artist paints in acrylics, oils and pastels, her medium for this piece. Her paintings inspire other artists to try pastels and neophytes to tap into their creativ-ity. “For me, art is all about having fun,” Docherty says. Docherty attended Paier College of Art in her home state of Connecticut, major-ing in illustration and commercial art. After moving to South Florida more than 30 years ago, she joined the Sun-Sentinel, where she wrote and cartooned and now designs special sections.

Docherty lives with her husband and four cats in Boynton Beach, FL. View the artist’s portfolio at LaFogg.com.


Supplements Could Save $70 Billion in Medical Costs

In a Frost & Sullivan study report authored by Christopher Shanahan and Robert de Lorimier, Ph.D., the use of dietary

supplements, including B vitamins, phytosterols and dietary fiber, could reduce the cost of treating coronary artery disease in the U.S. by nearly $50 billion over the next seven years. In addition, healthcare costs related to diabetes, vision problems and osteoporosis could be reduced by nearly $20 billion col-lectively with the use of certain supplements.

The projections were based on cost-benefit analysis comparing a series of scenarios to assess the effect on overall

disease management costs if an identified high-risk population were to avoid costly medical events by increasing their intake of dietary supplements purchased out-of-pocket versus no supplement usage. “The healthcare system spends a tremendous amount of money treating chronic disease, but has failed to focus on ways to reduce those costs through prevention,” says Steve Mister, president of the Council for Responsible Nutrition Foundation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 3 percent of U.S. healthcare costs are spent on the prevention of chronic diseases.

Olive Leaf Outperforms Diabetes DrugOlive leaf may provide nature’s answer to diabetes treatment. A

recent study from the University of Auckland, in New Zea-land, suggests that olive leaf extract can help reduce insulin resis-tance and increase insulin production by beta cells in the pancreas. The researchers tested 46 middle-aged, obese adults at risk for developing metabolic syndrome-related Type 2 diabetes. In the double-blind, placebo-controlled study, olive leaf extract outperformed the diabetes drug metformin and “significantly improved insulin sensitivity and pancreatic beta-cell secretory capacity,” according to the researchers. Insulin helps escort glucose into the body’s cells.

Air Conditioning Cleans Up Indoor Air Air conditioning does more than keep us cool. A study

of 300 adults and homes concludes that central air conditioning removes significant levels of volatile organic compounds and pollution particulates from indoor air. The research, published in the journal Science of the Total En-vironment, finds that using air conditioning with windows closed reduced indoor air pollution the most. One caveat, however, is that the research was conducted in Taipei, China—notable for its extreme outdoor pollution. Another recent study published in Environmental Science confirms the general premise. A research team in Zhejiang, China, found that air conditioning reduced the presence of potent atmospheric pollutants known as polycyclic aromatic hy-drocarbons (PAC) by 23 percent. PACs contain compounds that are carcinogenic, mutagenic and teratogenic (damaging to fetuses).

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Yoga Resource Guide

ANDERSON

Yoga Place2508 N. Main St.

864-404-1616 or 864-376-7750YogaPlace.org

CLEMSON/PENDLETON

The Purple Mat [Yoga • Wellness]

The Purple Mat, Ltd.102 E. Main St.864-916-YOGA

ThePurpleMat.com

EASLEY

101-P N.E. Main St.864-444-5523

IntegrativeYogaTherapySC.com

GREENVILLEwww.GreenvilleIndoorRowing.com

Halton Business Park120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1

864-354-2882ItsYogaStudio.com

404 N. Pleasantburg Dr.864-420-9839

QiWorksStudio.com

“Row-ga!” and YOGA at Greenville Indoor Rowing, LLC

576-A Woodruff Rd.864-281-1505 or 864-901-3776GreenvilleIndoorRowing.com

GREENVILLE

1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-329-1114

SouthernOm.com

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Yoga East 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd.

864-244-6478 YogaEast.us

SPARTANBURG

1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd., Ste.58

864-583-3335Zen-Studios.com

Tomatoes Prevent and Even Treat Liver DiseaseTomatoes are widely known for

their outstanding antioxidant con-tent, anti-infl ammatory and cancer-fi ghting properties, plus benefi ts to heart health. Now, research from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center, at Tufts University, in Boston, Mas-sachusetts, has found that consuming tomatoes—particularly their lycopene content—can also help prevent and even treat both liver disease and cancer of the liver. The researchers combed through 241 studies and scientifi c papers to connect the dots. They report that lycopene up regulates the sirtuin 1 (SIRT1) protein, meaning it in-creases the number of receptors on cell surfaces, thereby increasing cellular response to it. SIRT1 activa-tion is recognized to protect against obesity-induced infl ammation and degeneration of the liver, explain the study’s authors. Lycopene was found to protect against fatty liver disease, liver fi brosis and the formation of cancer in the liver and lungs. Multiple studies have shown cooked tomatoes and tomato sauce offer increased bioavailability of healthful lycopene.


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

Food CharterUnited Nations Blueprints Sustainability GoalsA new publication, Trade and Environ-ment Review: Wake Up Before it is Too Late, from the United Nations Com-mission on Trade and Development, declares that transformative changes are needed in current food, agriculture and trade systems to increase diversity on farms, reduce use of fertilizer and other inputs, support small-scale farmers and create strong local food systems. Key indicators of needed transformation in agriculture include increased soil carbon content and better integration between crop and livestock production; more incorporation of agroforestry and wild vegetation; reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of livestock production; reduction of GHG through sustain-able peatland, forest and grassland management; optimization of organic and inorganic fertilizer use; reduction of waste throughout the food chains; changing dietary patterns toward climate-friendly food consumption; and reform of the inter-national trade regime for food and agriculture. The report includes contributions from more than 60 international experts, including a commentary from the Institute of Agriculture and Trade Policy.

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Trees are TryingForests Have Limited Powers to Save UsForests have a finite ca-pacity to soak up atmo-spheric carbon dioxide, according to a recent study from Northern Arizona University. Results published in the online journal New Phytologist illustrate how today’s rising atmospheric levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) might alter the car-bon and nitrogen content of ecosystems. In contrast to expectations, re-search over an 11-year period showed that ecosystem carbon uptake was not significantly increased by high CO2. While plants did contain more carbon in the presence of higher CO2 levels, the soil lost carbon content due to microbial decomposition. These factors essentially canceled each other out, signifying that nature cannot entirely self-correct against climate change.

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Heirloom HomeA Fresh Look at Furnishings that LastWhy not expand on the spring tradition of home cleaning by appraising existing home furnishings and décor to see how rearrangements can freshen the whole presentation? Employing a few basic creative strategies will yield long-lasting beauty, cost savings, health benefits and utility, all adding up to enhanced sustainability. Secondhand items readily spruce up interiors when they are thoughtfully selected. Look for gently used, new-to-you items—ranging from furniture and lamps to accent pieces like pottery and wall art—at antique and thrift shops, yard and estate sales or via online forums such as CraigsList.com and Freecycle.org. Seeking out fair trade items helps support a fair wage for artisans around the world. Plants enliven and beautify any space while cleaning indoor air, according to a recent study by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and As-sociated Landscape Contractors of America. Plants cited as especially effective in removing formaldehyde, benzene and carbon monoxide from the air include bamboo palm, Chi-

ecotip nese evergreen, English ivy, gerbera (African) daisy, chrysan-themum and peace lily. Pot them in used jars or other repur-posed containers to conserve materials and add character and more personality to home décor. Overall balance is key. “An imbalanced room has large

furniture grouped together at one end and light-weight furniture and bare walls at the other,” says professional designer Norma Lehmeier Hartie, author of Harmonious Environment: Beautify, Detoxify & Energize Your Life, Your Home & Your Planet. “The effect is like be-

ing on a tilting boat in a storm.”Furniture arrangements are best when

they allow light to flow through spaces with ample allowance for moving about the room. The ideal setup facilitates worktable projects and small-group conversations. Round tables help make everyone feel like they belong, ac-cording to green living expert Annie Bond.

Sustainable kitchen wares are often the classiest. Sturdy pots, pans and kettles, like Le Creuset and Picquot Ware, may offer replacement parts and lifetime guarantees; Bialetti and Bodum coffee makers and Littala

glassware are durable and long-lasting. While some may cost more upfront, their longevity saves money over time. Then there’s always grandma’s iron skillet.

Additional sources: GreenPages.org and GreenAmerica.org


eventspotlight

by Barbara Bolduc

Natural Awakenings is celebrating its fifth year in the Up-state with a free Healthy Living Expo!

The expo will be held at McAlister Square on Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The idea of an expo focused on green and healthy living was conceived by Linda Craig, former publisher of Natural Awakenings magazine. The expo is her way of celebrating the fifth year anniversary of the mag-azine in the Upstate of South Carolina, and of introducing the new publisher, Roberta Bolduc, to the community.

At the expo you will find a range of exhibitors, from those practicing/teaching the natural healing ways of nutri-tion, chiropractic care, massage therapy, meditation, yoga, aromatherapy, energy healing, essential oils and functional medicine, to providers of natural and organic foods, herbs, grounding products, skin care and plant-based vitamins, to those focused on the spiritual aspects of balance. There will be information on sensory learning programs, healthy cook-

ing classes and life coaching, as well as chair massages, food samples, door prizes and speakers on a variety of subjects.

Two documentaries will be shown at the expo: May I Be Frank and The Grounded. The first is a film about the person-al interactions that help a man named Frank heal a past filled with addiction and family dysfunction. Frank Ferrante, the star, will be at the screening and expo to answer questions.

The film The Grounded explores the therapy of Earth-ing, a “new” (but ancient) way of healing by connecting our bodies to the earth’s energy. Throughout history, humans walked barefoot and slept on the ground. But modern life-style, including the widespread use of insulative rubber- or plastic-soled shoes, has disconnected us from the earth’s energy, and we no longer sleep on the ground. Fascinating new research has raised the possibility that this disconnect may actually contribute to chronic pain, fatigue, and poor sleep that plague so many people. Earthing, or grounding, is believed to draw negative ions directly from the earth, either by direct connection (sitting, walking barefoot, gardening) or through new grounding products, which facilitate this balance. There will be a Q&A afterwards with the filmmaker, Steven Kroschel. Laura Koniver, M.D., an intuitive physician and participator in the film, will also be at the screening.

Sharon Whiteley, CEO of pluggz™, an expo speaker, exhibitor and sponsor, commented, “We are particularly ex-cited about participating in the expo, as the theme of health and wellness—as well as the debut of the documentary film The Grounded—is aligned with our company’s vision. The caliber of the program and the enthusiastic leaders of this expo made it a ‘must do’ event for us.”

Whiteley also mentioned that pluggz grounding foot-wear—which was created to be an alternative to shoes with synthetic soles that disrupt our connection to the earth—will premiere at the expo.

Roberta Bolduc, the new publisher, is excited about the expo and society’s movement toward a more natural, harmonious relationship with the earth. She is thrilled to be publishing Natural Awakenings in the Upstate. “In just the few months I’ve been at the helm, I’ve heard from many loyal readers who tell me they appreciate and savor each issue. I am grateful to our advertisers who offer their unique and timely services to the Upstate community,” says Bolduc.

Come out and feel the energy of those focused on liv-ing and healing in ways in tune with the earth and with our natural selves! Healthy lunch and drinks will be available for purchase.

The Healthy Living Expo will be held at McAlister Square, 225 S. Pleas-antburg Dr., Greenville. The film screenings will be held in the Univer-sity Center auditorium at McAlister Square. The May I Be Frank film screening is scheduled for 1pm. The Grounded film screening will begin at 3:30pm. For more information, visit HealthyLiving5.com or call 864-569-8631. See ad, page 4 and exhibitor/speaker list, pages 28 and 29.

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therapyspotlight

Complete Healing and Wellness Center has a professional staff of two chiropractors, a family

practice physician, physician’s assis-tants, registered nurses, and a mas-sage therapist together under one roof providing comprehensive, coordinated care. Chiropractors Marylouise Wise, DC, and Jack Wise, DC, started the Center in 2005. “Clients with chiro-practic problems often have medical issues and we used to have to refer them out for treatment. Now it’s easier for both client and practitioner. Com-munication among our practitioners results in care that is coordinated. It’s a win-win for our clients,” explains Dr. Jack Wise. Complete Healing and Well-ness Center is located in Williamston, South Carolina, easily accessible to both Greenville and Williamston.

Thomas Malone, M.D., a board-certified family practice physician, is medical supervisor. He and the staff of physician’s assistants and registered nurses provide care for a wide range of medical issues. These include systemic diseases such as asthma, diabetes and metabolic syndrome, in addition to

Complete Healing and Wellness Center

A Win-Win for Clientsgeneral practice and urgent care needs. Sports physicals and Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals are per-formed. X-rays and routine laboratory services are offered.

Chiropractic services are provided for basic spine care, osteoarthritis and degenerative conditions, and injuries from auto accidents and sports. Wise explains that chiropractic care includes a complete orthopedic and neurologi-cal exam as well as consideration of factors that may affect well-being, such as lifestyle, stress and personal circum-stances. A treatment plan is created and medical issues are referred to a physi-cian. Dietary counseling and nutritional supplements are available. Cold laser auricular acupuncture for smoking ces-sation is offered and Wise shares that they have seen a 95 percent success rate.

A specialized medical treatment for peripheral neuropathy began in June, 2011. A nerve-blocking medicine is injected into the nerve, enabling it to rest. This is followed by electrical stimulation to the hands and feet in order to promote blood flow so that

the nerves will heal and re-myelinate. Wise states that over a thousand clients have received treatment and that 70 to 85 percent of them have had excellent results.

Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) for weight loss is a part of the weight reduction program available. Aesthetic services include cold la-ser therapy, intense pulsed light (IPL) for hair removal, sun spots, vascu-lar lesions, fine lines and wrinkles, along with Botox and dermal fillers. Therapeutic, Swedish, muscle release, pregnancy and sports massages are provided.

In addition, Wise advises clients on the importance of maintaining good health. “Movement is life,” he explains. “Exercising and eating properly, includ-ing fruits, vegetables and proteins, sup-ports the body. Hydration with plenty of good water, along with a good spiri-tual outlook are essential. Regular spine treatments help the body to maintain balance and integrity throughout life,” notes Wise.

Complete Healing and Wellness Center is located at 24 E. Main St., William-ston. For more information, call 864-847-6020 or visit CompleteHealing.net. See ad page 39.

Michele Senac is a contributing edi-tor for Natural Awakenings, a writer and author. She is certified in Interior Redesign, Home Staging and Feng Shui. Contact FineRedesigns.com or AroundTheTableCookbook.com. See ad page 18.

by Michele Senac


Every pivotal life decision, from choosing where we live to eat-ing healthier, can support our best

interests environmentally, as well. The good news is that it is possible to afford a sustainable way of life. Eco-friendly choices for housing, vehicles and food—generally perceived as expensive for the average individual or family—often are not only attainable when pursued in a thoughtful way, but can actually save us money compared to maintaining the status quo.

1. Buying a HomeWhen considering a move to a new place, we often find out how much house we can manage and then pro-ceed to invest to the hilt. But if hitting our spending limit will leave a deficit in the amount of green and healthy home features and furnishings we can achieve, we could end up with a resi-dence that makes neither financial nor

ecological sense, and isn’t good for our health. A solution is to scale back on costly square footage. Spending 25 to 40 percent less than we think we can on a smaller home provides more possibilities when planning the renovation budget, enabling us to create a home that is more deeply satisfying. Nicole Alvarez, an architectural designer with Ellen Cassilly Architect, in Durham, North Carolina, who blogs at IntentionallySmall.com, says that if we value quality over quantity, place over space and living more intentionally in every aspect of our lives, we are ready for a small home. Occupying less space has profoundly influenced her daily life and happiness. Alvarez has found, “When space is limited, everything has a function and a purpose. Everything has to be inten-tional. Over time, as you grow in the home, you make small modifications to personalize it more to adjust to your

routine. You grow a strong bond with your home.” Securing a much smaller dwelling than what we originally had designs on can lead to a lifetime of savings. With less space to furnish, heat, cool, light, clean and maintain, we can enjoy greater financial freedom, less stress and more time for fun.

2. Deciding Where to LiveUrban, suburban or rural, where we live incurs long-term repercussions on the natural environment. Choosing an established community within or close to an urban center tends to be more protective of air, water and land quality than living in a distant, car-dependent suburb, yet many families feel either drawn to or resigned to the suburbs for the lower housing prices. But as Ilana Preuss, vice presi-dent at Washington, D.C.-based Smart Growth America, explains, “There is more to housing affordability than how much rent or mortgage we pay. Trans-portation costs are the second-biggest budget item for most families. In loca-tions with access to few transportation choices, the combined cost of housing and transportation can be more than 60 percent of the total household budget. For families with access to a range of transportation choices, the combined cost can be less than 40 percent.” In most suburbs, where the only practical transportation choice is a personal vehicle, dependency on a car takes a toll on us financially and physi-cally. Driving a personal vehicle 15,000 miles a year can cost about $9,122 annually in ownership and operating expenses, according to AAA’s 2013 Your Driving Costs report, and hours spent daily sitting behind the wheel being sedentary is eroding our health. Lack of transportation options is a lead-ing detriment to the nation’s collective wellness, according to the federal agency Healthy People. Sustainable cities provide many transportation options, including public buses and trains, car-sharing services and all forms of ride sharing; and perhaps most importantly, they are bike- and pedestrian-friendly. Choos-ing communities that make it possible to reduce driving and even go car-free

LIVE GREEN, SAVE BIG

Five Eco-Friendly Life Decisions that Can Actually Save Us Money

by Crissy Trask


much of the time can save us money, reduce stress and improve our health.

3. Choosing a CarWe know two primary facts about cars: They are expensive and those with inter-nal combustion engines pollute during operation. Still, many of us need one. Reducing the total impact and burden of owning a car can be as simple as prioritizing fuel efficiency. It helps that fuel-sippers now come in more sizes than just small, yet small subcompacts remain a good place to start our research because of their budget-friendly prices

Eco-friendly choices for housing, vehicles and food – generally perceived as expen-sive for the average individual or family – often are not only attainable when pursued in a

thoughtful way, but can actually save us money compared to maintaining the status quo.

and high fuel economy. A subcompact that averages 32 miles per gallon (mpg) and has a sticker price below $15,000 can save us so much money compared with a top-selling com-pact SUV—upwards of $16,000 over five years, according to Edmunds.com—that if we need a larger vehicle on occasion, we can more easily afford to rent one. Hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), both small and midsized, can be an even better choice, averaging 41 mpg. Cost compari-sons show that an HEV can save a heavily travelling city driver nearly $1,000 in fuel costs annually versus a comparably sized conventional gasoline-powered car. Al-though a 2014 midsized HEV has an aver-age suggested retail price of $28,431, the category has been around long enough to create a market in previously owned vehicles. A used hybrid that is just two years old can cost up to 25 percent less than a new one.

4. Buying American According to Consumer Reports, many shoppers prefer to buy products made in the USA, but with more than 60 percent of all consumer goods now produced overseas, finding American goods is not always easy. The good news is that buying Ameri-can doesn’t mean only buying American made. We back the U.S. economy and jobs when we purchase used items that have been renewed or repurposed by en-terprising citizens. Creative reuse supports new and existing businesses that col-

lect, clean, sort, recondition, refurbish, remanufacture, update, refinish, reuphol-ster, repair, tailor, distribute and sell used parts, materials and finished goods. Sarah Baird, director of outreach and communications of the Center for a New American Dream, an organiza-tion working to shift consumption away from wasteful trends, loves the history of used items. She says, “An item that has already lived one life has a story to tell, and is infinitely more interesting than anything newly manufactured.” Another reward is the big savings afforded by previously owned durable goods; not even America’s big-box discount retail-ers can beat these genuine bargains. Of course, not everything is avail-able in the used marketplace, but when it makes sense, we can proudly know that our purchases support American ingenuity and workers.

5. Getting Healthy Going green is healthy in innumerable ways. In addition to driving less, ban-ning toxic products from our house-hold cupboards and dinner plates is another solid place to start on the road to improved well-being for ourselves and the planet. Toxic consumer products pollute the planet, from manufacture through use and disposal. They aren’t doing us any favors. The U.S. Environmen-tal Protection Agency reports that the average human body now contains an estimated 700 industrial compounds, pollutants


and other chemicals due to exposure to toxic consumer products and industrial chemicals. After researching proper local disposal of such hazards, replace them on future shopping forays with safer choices. It’s an investment in our health that can save untold pain and money and pay off big time in avoiding health problems ranging from cancer, asthma and chronic diseases to im-paired fertility, birth defects and learn-ing disabilities according to the Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families Coalition. To reduce exposure to the toxins that are commonly sprayed on conventional crops, select sustainable and organic ver-sions of foods to prepare at home when-ever possible. Such choices help keep both our bodies and the environment healthy and can be surprisingly affordable compared with eating out and consuming prepackaged convenience foods. By substituting whole foods for prepared foods, cooking more meals at home and practicing good eat-ing habits—like eating less meat and downsizing portions—the average person can enjoy high-quality food for $7 to $11 per day. This matches or falls below what the average American daily spends on food, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Consider-ing that diet-related diseases can cost afflicted families thousands of dollars a year, better food choices can make us not only healthier, but wealthier, too. Crissy Trask is the author of Go Green, Spend Less, Live Better. Connect at CrissyTrask.com.

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n Large-home inhabitants may go all day without seeing one another and communication and together-ness can suffer. Family members living in small homes can more eas-ily cultivate strong communications and cohesion.

n Dense neighborhoods encourage interaction and cooperation among neighbors, nurturing a cohesive com-munity that can reward us with social connections, collective responsibility and assistance when needed.

n Urban homes give vandals and thieves fewer opportunities because neighbors are close by and passersby may be more readily noticed.

n Small homes can encourage disconnecting from technology and getting outside. When the TV can be heard throughout the house, parents are more likely to urge outdoor play-time for kids.

n The footprint of a small dwelling uses a fraction of the buildable lot, leaving more outdoor space for planting gardens that can nourish bodies and souls.

Source: GreenMatters.com


consciouseating

Mushrooms have played a re-markable role in human histo-ry. Egyptian hieroglyphics dat-

ing back 4,500 years linked mushrooms to immortality. The famous 5,300-year-old “iceman” found frozen in 1991 in the Tyrolean Alps carried a sachet containing the mushroom species Pip-toporus betulinus—the birch polypore. Greek writings of Hippocrates, Pliny, Dioscorides, Galen and others regarded the mushroom Fomitopsis officinalis (agarikon) as a panacea. While enthusiasm later waned in Europe, with John Farley characteriz-ing mushrooms in his 1784 book, The London Art of Cookery, as “treacher-ous gratifications,” Native American Indians used varieties such as puffballs (Calvatia and Lycoperdon species) for rheumatism, congested organs and other diseased conditions. Yet, modern-day culinary connoisseurs owe the recent surge in interest in fungal delica-cies more to Japanese and Chinese traditions, which have consistently advanced mushrooms’ nutritional and medicinal uses. Ancient Chinese medical texts, including the Hanshu

Culinary Mushroom Magic

Delicate Powerhouses of Nutrition and Medicine

by Case Adams

(82 CE) even refer to the famed reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) as the “mushroom of immortality”. Today, fungi cuisine in the West is typically limited to Agaracus bisporus—the relatively mild button mushroom, which matures into the acclaimed portobello. But digging deeper into available options reveals chanterelle (Cantharellus sp.), oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus), morel (Morchella sp.) and shiitake (Lentinula edodes) species. These culinary mushrooms provide a virtuosity of delicate flavors harboring nutritional and medicinal benefits, according to those that study them. University of California-Berkeley research scientist and Mycologist Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D., explains that shiitake and oyster mushrooms follow the button as the most widely cultivated around the world. “They come in many colors, varieties and species and are typically the most easily digested and utilized of all mushrooms,” he notes. “Mushrooms are an amazing health food,” says Hobbs. “Most edible fungi are high in fiber, good-quality protein, key vitamins, micronutrients,


phosphorous and potassium, and low in fat and calories. It’s one of nature’s perfect diet foods.” As protein powerhouses, portobello and other button mushrooms, shiitake and oyster varieties all deliver between 30 and 35 percent protein by weight. The fiber content can range from 20 grams per 100 grams (about 3.5 ounces) in the case of portobello to a lofty 48 grams per 100 grams in the Phoenix oyster mushroom. Mushrooms also supply potent B vitamins. One hundred grams (about 3.5 ounces) of portobello contains more than four milligrams (mg) of riboflavin (B2), 69 mg niacin (B3) and 12 mg pantothenic acid (B5). Shiitake’s comparable numbers are three, 106 and 17 while pink oyster delivers 2.45, 66 and 33 mg of the three nutrients. Thus, they deliver significantly more than recommended daily allowances (RDA)—for example, niacin’s adult RDA ranges from 14 to 16 mg and riboflavin’s is just 1.1 to 1.3 mg. Mushrooms also present one of the few food sources of vitamin D—primarily D2—but some also contain small amounts of vitamin D3, according to U.S. Depart-ment of Agriculture research. Also, their D2 levels spike dramatically when sun-dried spore-side-up, confirmed in research by internationally recognized Mycologist Paul Stamets. Mushrooms contain important miner-als, too. Portobello contains 4,500 mg, oyster 4,500 mg and shiitake 2,700 mg of potassium per 100 grams, all with low sodium levels. Plus, they deliver usable amounts of copper, zinc and selenium. Beyond the nutrient numbers lies mushrooms’ bonus round: They contain special complex polysaccharides—

long-chain molecules within cell walls—that have been the subject of intense research at leading institu-tions around the world, including Harvard, Yale and the University of California. Mushrooms’ (1-3)-beta-glucan complexes have been shown to inhibit many cancers and suggest potential solutions for diabetes, heart disease and immune-related conditions. Stamets explains that mushrooms also contain sterols, shown to benefit cardiovascular health. “Shiitake and other mushrooms like reishi have cholesterol-normalizing effects,” adds Hobbs. Can we take these benefits back

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to the kitchen? “Most mushrooms have to be cooked to release their health-giving benefits,” explains Hobbs. Stamets concurs: “Cooking liber-ates mushroom nutrients from their matrix of cells. They are tenderized upon heating, making their nutrients bioavailable for digestion.” Thankfully, finding these tasty su-perfood delicacies has become easier as entrepreneurial fresh-mushroom growers have emerged throughout the United States in recent years.

Case Adams is a California naturopath and author of 25 books on natural healing. Learn more at CaseAdams.com.


Mushrooms are so versatile we can eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They add a note of delicious creativ-ity to diverse dishes. Plus they de-liver protein, vitamins and protective compounds. Fresh is always best and just-picked is better, although dried can work in a pinch.

My Tacos by Cate Moss

Makes a healthy filling for tacos and enchiladas, or crumble as a topper on deluxe nachos. They taste as good as they smell, and like chili they taste almost better as leftovers.

Fills 12 large tacos, or more paired with fillings such as chopped leafy lettuce or guacamole.

1-2 cups of chopped stropharia, shiitake or maitake mushrooms1 cup crumbled tempeh or other healthful protein source¼ cup chopped onions½ cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds

¼ cup sesame seeds1 cup corn1 chopped sweet pepper (add hot peppers if desired)1 small handful of chopped olives4 shakes of soy sauce1 Tbsp spiced hot chocolate2 Tbsp chili powder1 Tbsp ground cumin¼ cup nutritional yeast2 cloves of chopped garlic1 cup broth or water

Sauté mushrooms, protein and onions until crispy (uncrowded in the pan). Then add remaining ingredients and braise on low heat. Allow mixture to cook down to desired consistency.

Hot & Sour Cauliflower Mushroom Soupby Loni Jean Ronnebaum

This rare mushroom has a unique firm-ness reminiscent of noodles and can be soaked and rinsed to clean, and then cut into cauliflower-like chunks. Slow cook overnight for best results.

Yields 8 servings

2-4 lb fresh cauliflower mushrooms16 oz kimchi½ cup peas1 20-oz can crushed pineapple1 32-oz vegetable broth1 egg or ¼ cup egg substituteChili paste, black pepper, garlic powder,ginger and soy sauce to taste

Combine ingredients (except egg) in a pot and bring to a boil. Add beaten egg to the boiling soup while gently stirring. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer overnight.

Mushroom Pâtéby Andrew Lenzer

Present a perfect appetizer for din-ner with friends. The savory quality of mushrooms—what the Japanese call umami—make them a welcome alter-native to meat-based pâtés.

Approx 4 cups whole fresh shiitake mushrooms (2 cups after chopping)Approx 4 cups whole fresh maitake mushrooms (2 cups after chopping)12 oz cream cheese or rice-based cream cheese substitute2 cloves garlic2 cups dry roasted hazelnuts2 sprigs parsleySoy sauceOlive oilSesame oilSalt and pepper to taste

Finely chop the hazelnuts in a food processor and set aside.

Coarsely chop the shiitake (including the stems) and maitake mushrooms in a food processor.

Coat the surface of a wok in olive oil and sauté mushrooms in 1-cup batches over medium-high-to-high heat, add-ing soy sauce as needed to keep the mixture from burning, for approxi-mately 10 minutes per batch. Add a touch of sesame oil just before remov-ing each batch.

Place hazelnuts, mushrooms, cream cheese, garlic, salt and pepper in the food processor and blend until smooth but still slightly grainy. Add parsley and blend until parsley is finely chopped and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Serve with crackers or fresh crusty bread.

Recipes courtesy of employees of Fungi Perfecti, LLC; photos courtesy of Paul Stamets.

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were stunning,” Mollner says. “The detector’s measurements went off the charts in the bedroom. It wasn’t the flat screen TV at the foot of my bed, but how the room’s wiring was done. The electrician installed a relay so I can switch off the power on that side of the house at night. Now, I sleep six or seven hours,” which he character-izes as “a profound change.” He also suggests turning off and moving cell phones away from beds. Mollner then hardwired the computers in his home, eliminated Wi-Fi and rearranged the electronic equipment in his home office. Kim Cook, an energy practitioner in Mission Viejo, California, special-izes in Eden Energy Medicine and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). Cook decided not to buy a house she was initially interested in because it was in a hot spot. When Cook used her meter to chart frequencies at home, it also prompted her to move her bedroom clock radio to a different bureau. “It’s no longer sitting right at our heads,” she notes. Plus, “I don’t put my cell phone on my body and it bothers me that my son puts his in his pocket.” An overarching observation from Cook’s professional practice is that increasing numbers of people in pain are interested in energy medicine because they’re so frustrated with Western medicine. She observes, “Pain is blocked energy, and people are learning how to unblock it naturally.” The World Health Organization (WHO) launched the International EMF Project in 1996 because of rising public health concerns due to the surge in EMF sources. After review-ing extensive research and thousands of articles, the organization can’t confirm—or deny—the existence of health consequences from exposure to low-level EMFs. But in 2011, the WHO Inter-national Agency for Research on Cancer classified the electromag-netic radiation from cell phones as possibly carcinogenic to humans, based on increased risk for glioma, a malignant brain cancer. Lloyd Morgan, a senior researcher with the nonprofit Environmental Health Trust


and lead author of the internation-ally endorsed report, Cellphones and Brain Tumors, goes further, unequivo-cally stating, “Cell phone radiation is a carcinogen.” In our own environment, we can regulate EMF, says Iowan Camilla Rees, founder of the educational petition website ElectromagneticHealth.org and Campaign for Radiation Free Schools on Facebook; she is the co-author of Public Health SOS: The Shadow Side of the Wireless Revolution and Morgan’s

Ways to Reduce RiskAlthough electromagnetic field (EMF) activity vibrates all around us, there are simple ways to reduce adverse health effects in daily indoor environments.

Computers

4 Hardwire all Internet connections instead of using Wi-Fi.

4 Power a laptop using a three-prong grounded plug and then plug in a separate, hardwired keyboard (this minimizes both the exposure to wireless radiation and the effects from the laptop battery’s magnetic field).

4 Use a grounding mouse pad to minimize effects of the electric field from the computer.

4 Don’t position any laptop or tablet computer on the lap.

General

4 Don’t live within 1,500 feet of a cell tower.

4 Use battery-powered LCD alarm clocks (not LED), keeping them several feet away from the body.

4 Don’t use an electric blanket.

4 Turn off all wireless devices before bedtime and generally minimize usage at other times.

Phones

4 Replace cordless phones with corded landlines or use cordless phones only when needed; otherwise, unplug them.

4 Never hold the cell phone directly against the head or body. Use the speaker- phone function, other hands-free device or another device that meets the Environmental Health Trust guidelines at Tinyurl.com/CellPhoneUsageTips.

4 Protect children, pregnant women and men that want to become fathers. Sperm are especially vulnerable. Children absorb twice as much radiation as adults.

4 Be wary of a weak signal. Phones work harder and emit more radiation when the signal is weak or blocked.

4 Don’t sleep with a cell phone nearby. Place it several feet away from the bed or across the room, turn it off or put it in airplane mode.

4 Find more helpful information at Tinyurl.com/EMF-ProtectionTips and Tinyurl.com/CellPhoneRadiationDanger.

cell phone report. Says Rees, “You can buy a meter, avoid using cordless phones and baby monitors, and change your cell phone behavior. The harmful effects of cell phones decrease with distance; just by holding the cell phone six inches from your head, there is a 10,000-fold reduc-tion of risk.”

Priscilla Goudreau-Santos is a freelance writer and owner of Priscilla Goudreau Public Relations & Marketing, in Char-lotte, NC.

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James Balog says he was skeptical about climate change until he saw it happening firsthand. Watching once-towering glaciers falling into the sea inspired his most chal-lenging assignment in a storied 30-year career—finding a way to photograph climate change. In exploring Ba-log’s Extreme Ice Survey, a breathtaking photographic record of vanishing gla-ciers, and his award-winning documen-tary, Chasing Ice, Natural Awakenings asked about the challenges he faced to bring this dramatic evidence of climate change to a world audience.

How did seeing glaciers shrink “before your eyes” move you to endure sometimes life-threatening conditions to get these images on record?

Ice ChaserJames Balog’s Dramatic Images

Document Climate Changeby Christine MacDonald

I fell in love with ice decades ago as a young mountaineer and scientist. I loved to get up before dawn and hike out on a glacier in Mount Rainier or one in the Alps, watch the light come up and hear the crunch of the frozen ice underfoot.

On a trip to Iceland early in the project, I was looking at these lit-tle diamonds of ice that were left behind on the beach after the glaciers broke up. The surf had

polished them into incredible shapes and textures. Walking the beach, you’d realize each one was a unique natural sculpture that existed only for that moment before the return of high tide stole it away. Nobody would ever see it again. That was an amazing aesthetic and metaphysical experience. I realized that I wanted people to share this experience, to see the glaciers disappearing. This visual manifestation and evidence of climate change is here, happening right before our eyes. It is undeniable.

Why do these photos and videos help us grasp the scale of Planet Earth’s climate changes already underway? When people encounter Extreme Ice Survey images, their response is typi-cally immediate and dramatic. It is the first step toward caring about a distant landscape most will never experience in person, enabling them to connect the dots between what happens far away and the rising sea levels, extreme weather events and other climate- related issues closer to home.

What can an everyday person do to help underscore the global scientific consensus and urgency of addressing global warming? Lobbyists and pundits seek confusion and controversy, because ignorance seeks to hide within a noise cloud of false information. As long as the public thinks climate change isn’t real or that science is still debating it, fossil fuel industries protect their profits. Without social clarity, the political leaders fi-nancially beholden to fossil fuel indus-tries have no motivation to act. Market signals don’t help us make correct decisions when the military, health and environmental costs of fossil fuels that spread throughout the economic system don’t show up in today’s gasoline prices and electricity bills. Science and art seek clarity and vision. Clear perception is the key to changing the impact we’re having on our home planet. With social clarity, the policy, economic and technologi-cal solutions to wise energy use and countering climate change can be


widely implemented. The path forward is being traveled by individuals committed to improving their own lives and commu-nities; by school children who can’t stand the inaction of their elders; by innovative entrepreneurs and corporations eager to make or save money; by military generals seeking to protect their country and their soldiers; and by political leaders of cour-age and vision. We are all complicit with action or skeptical inaction; we can all participate in solutions to climate change.

What’s next on the horizon for you?We will continue to keep the Extreme Ice Survey cameras alive. This project doesn’t end just because the film came out. We plan to keep observing the world indefinitely. We’ll install more cameras in Antarctica; funding permitting, we also hope to expand into South America. I intend to continue looking at human-caused changes in the natural world, which is what I’ve been photo-graphing for 30 years. I’m developing a couple of other big ideas for conveying innovative, artistic and compelling inter-pretations of the world as it’s changing around us. I will continue doing self-directed educational projects through our new nonprofit, Earth Vision Trust. Over-all, I feel a great obligation to preserve a pictorial memory of vanishing landscapes for the people of the future.

Christine MacDonald is a freelance jour-nalist in Washington, D.C., whose spe-cialties include health and science. Visit ChristineMacDonald.info.

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Whether already an activist or still struggling to sort recyclables, we all have a

prime opportunity during the week of April 22 to renew our individual and collective pledge to tread more lightly on the planet. “Environmentalism touches every part of our lives, from what we eat to what we wear to what we breathe,” says Earth Day Network President Kathleen Rogers. “Learning about where our food comes from or how a product is made can be fun,” she con-tinues, “and awareness is the founda-tion for action.” More than a billion citizens have already registered their acts of green through the organization’s website; this year, the campaign seeks to engage a billion more. Suggestions range from the personal, such as pledging to stop using disposable plastic, to the political, in calling our congressional representa-tives to reestablish a tax credit program for renewable energy. With an estimated two out of every three people on Earth expected to be living in cities by 2050—strain-ing water, energy and transportation systems—Earth Day Network has cho-sen Green Cities as this year’s theme. Advocates are calling upon cities to invest in smart grids, overhaul outdat-ed building codes and increase public transportation options. U.S. success stories helping to lead the way include Chicago’s Solar Express program, using incentives to drive solar installations, and New York City’s

Celebrate Earth Day 2014Reduce, Reuse and Recycle to Renew the Health of Our Planet

pedestrian plazas, designed to replace urban gridlock with open space. Den-ver’s low-income South Lincoln neigh-borhood is also getting a makeover with its green public housing community that boasts a platinum-certified Leader-ship in Energy & Environmental Design building. Its energy efficiency and water reuse systems are reducing resource consumption by up to 40 percent. Plus, bicycle lanes in roads and expanded access to city bus and tram systems decrease traffic-related pollution.

Visit EarthDay.org to pledge a personal act of green, find a volunteer opportu-nity or learn more about the re-greening of urban communities around the world. Help the Upstate celebrate its progress toward sustainability at these local Earth Day 2014 events.

April 12, 9 am - 1 pmRoper Mountain Science Center EarthFestCelebrate EarthFest with the Lorax! Roper Mountain Science Center, Green-ville. 355-8900 or RoperMountain.org.

April 16, 9 am - 2 pmParty for the PlanetThe Greenville Zoo will host conserva-tion and civic groups, offering ideas on how to help animals and how to make our world a better place to live. Join the

fun with hands on activities. 467-4300 or GreenvilleZoo.com.

April 16, 10 am - 1 pmEarthFestGreenville Tech Recycling Coalition sponsors EarthFest, bringing local earth-friendly companies and organizations to campus to offer ideas and products for being kind to our planet. The free event increases awareness about prac-tices that are ecologically sound and environmentally friendly. The communi-ty is invited. Location: Greenville Tech, Student Center Courtyard. GVLTec.edu/Earthfest.

April 22, 2 pm - 4 pmNorth Green & Carillon GardensA festival full of educational opportuni-ties, crafts, entertainment and activitiesdedicated to sustainability and socialjustice. Location: Clemson University. Clemson.edu; click on ClemsonCalendar.

April 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pmSpring Art Adventures at The Children’s MuseumWe’re taking our open studios outside for all of Earth month. Our open studio time features various art materials to allow your child the freedom to cre-ate and express themselves through art projects. Art materials and projects vary, but this month will include natural materials and projects inspired by na-ture. The Children’s Museum, Green-ville. 233-7755 or TCMUpstate.org.

April 26, 7:30 am, 8 am, 9:15 amEarth Day RunHalf Marathon, 5K and Earth Kids Run, Greer City Park. Register at GreerEarth-DayRun.com. Also includes Greer Fitness Festival sponsored by the City of Greer.

April 26, 10 am - 2 pmProject RxA community project to protect Earth’s rivers and residents by properly dispos-ing old medications. Drop off at McAl-ister Square, 225 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. Other locations are listed at ARiverRemedy.org.

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Mother EarthJenness Cortez

Renewal and purpose are repeating themes in the contemporary works of Jen-ness Cortez, symbolically portrayed in lu-minous layers. Internationally recognized and collected as a master realist painter, Cortez is revered for her remarkably inti-mate landscapes. Her vision comprehends all nature as a manifestation of the divine. Inspired by the light, color and form of the great masters, Cortez's dynamic and rich compositions invite the viewer’s eye to move eagerly through her paintings again and again, savoring every nuance. Cortez says she hopes her work inspires the beholder to rediscover, revalue and reinte-grate their own creative force into the hur-ried regimen of modern life. “I want to lead people to something good and eternal,” she says. The Indiana-born artist began her studies under the guidance of noted Dutch painter Antonius Raemaekers. She further developed her fine arts background as a graduate of the Herron School of Art, in Indianapolis, and a student of Arnold Blanche, at the Art Students League of New York.

View the artist’s portfolio at CortezArt.com. Cortez is also co-founder of the nonprofit American Meditation Institute (AmericanMeditation.org).


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SPECIAL EVENTS

COMMUNITY HU SING – Sunday, April 6th and 20th; 11-11:30am. Singing HU will help put you in tune with the ever-present reality of God. Free presenta-tion by ECKANKAR, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Event held at the American Red Cross, 940 Grove Rd, Greenville. To learn more about HU, visit HearHU.org or Eckankar.org. Local contact: [email protected].

“KNOWING GOD IN YOUR LIFE” – April 27th, 11am. Free presentation by ECKANKAR, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Event held at the American Red Cross, 940 Grove Road, Greenville. To learn more about HU, visit HearHU.org. or Eckankar.org. Local contact, [email protected].


calendarofeventsNote: Dates are subject to change. Please use contact information to confirm dates and times of events. How to submit: All listings must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication. Please help by following the format as seen below and email listings to [email protected]. All non-advertiser calendar entries are subject to availability and are $15 per each submission.

TUESDAY, APRIL 1

Tai Chi for Energy – 7:30-8:30pm. 12 lessons twice/week, Tue and Thu. Ends May 8. Form designed by Dr. Paul Lam is easy to learn, Chen & Sun styles, benefits include improved balance, coordination, mind-body connection, reduced stress. Pre-registration required. Call/email.12 lessons $105 ($8.75 per lesson). Payment plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

SUNDAY, APRIL 6

Don’t Make Assumptions – 10:30am-12pm. The tendency is to make assumptions about everything and then we believe they are the truth, which sets us up for suffering. Learn how to experience per-sonal freedom. Free - Love Offering Appreciated – Walk-in. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson An-derson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

Community Hu Sing – 11-11:30am. Singing HU will help put you in tune with the ever-present reality of God. Free presentation by ECKANKAR, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Event held at the American Red Cross, 940 Grove Rd, Greenville. Visit HearHU.org or Eckankar.org. Local contact: [email protected].

MONDAY, APRIL 7

QiGong - Eight Pieces Silk Brocade & More – 7:30-8:30pm, Mon and Wed, two lessons/week. Learn Eight Pieces of Brocade, Daoist Five Organ QiGong & other QiGong exercises. Benefits include improved balance, circulation, mind-body connection & reduced stress. Pre-registration required. Call/email. 8 lessons/$75 or 16 lessons/$120 ($7.50/lesson). Payment plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

Simplified 48 Tai Chi Chuan – 6:30-7:30pm, Mon and Wed, two lessons/week. Ends June 18 (no classes 5/12, 5/14, 5/19, 5/21 & 5/26). Second course in series of three. Modified Chen, Yang, Wu, Sun styles. Benefits include improved bal-ance, coordination, mind-body connection, reduced stress. Pre-registration required. Call/email. 16 lessons/$120 ($7.50 per lesson). Payment plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

TUESDAY, APRIL 8

Tai Chi for Diabetes – 2:30-3:30pm, Tue and Thu, two lessons/week. Ends May 29 (no classes 5/13, 5/15, 5/20 & 5/22). Designed by Dr. Paul Lam is based on Sun & Yang styles, benefits include improved balance, flexibility, muscle strength, in-crease heart/lung activity & more. Pre-registration

required. Call/email. 12 lessons $105 ($8.75 per lesson). Payment plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasantburg Dr. 420-9839.

SATURDAY, APRIL 12

Healthy Living Expo — Natural Awakenings Upstate Anniversary! – 10am-4pm. Come cel-ebrate the 5 year anniversary of Natural Awaken-ings in the Upstate! Meet the new Upstate pub-lisher! Lots of exhibitors, two movie screenings, multiple speakers, door prizes, free chair mas-sages, food samples and more! See the Healthy Living Expo Spotlight in this issue for more info. Free. McAlister Square, 225 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. HealthyLiving5.com.

Waking Up in Grace Seminar—Diadra Price –10am-3pm. Explore principles to expand your consciousness and deepen inquiry into mind and heart. Your sense of separation will collapse. The mind will forget its ‘story’ and perception of du-alistic world disappears. Free - Love Offering Appreciated – Lunch is available for a fee. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 High-way 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

May I Be Frank Documentary Screening & Q&A – 1-3:15pm. This true story documents Frank Fer-rante’s transformation as he stumbles into a vegan cafe, and over 42 days, begins a life-changing journey during which he is coached physically, emo-tionally and spiritually. Free. Film star appearing. McAlister Square, University Center auditorium, 225 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 517-6939.

The Grounded Documentary Screening & Q&A – 3:30-5:15pm. The true story of an Alaskan wild-life filmmaker’s persistent curiosity and quest to test claims of what appears to be an outrageously simple and “too good to be true” healing concept—physical, bare skin contact with the Earth. Film stars appearing. Free. McAlister Square, University Center auditorium, 225 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Green-ville. 517-6939.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

Grace Consciousness with Diadra Price – 10:30am-noon. This presentation addresses many of the seemingly unanswerable questions about the creative process, answered prayer, karma, destiny and the nature of Reality in the Cosmic Design. Free - Love Offering Appreciated – Walk-in. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

SATURDAY, APRIL 19

Lifeit Café 1-Year Anniversary Celebration ─ 11am-4pm. Drop-in. Free samples and door prizes. Live band. Free. Lifeit Café, 730 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Morgan Manor, Greenville. 271-4334.

Spring Detox Weekend Workshop – 11am-1pm Saturday; 2-4pm Sunday. Learn everything you need to know about cleansing and purifying your body, mind, and spirit, and how to naturally lose weight, strengthen and cleanse your organs, and recharge your energy and health. Registration Re-quired. $97 or $79 prior to April 10. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Road, Greenville. 508-560-3942.

Workshop: Introduction to Eight Pieces Silk Brocade – 1:30-4:30pm. A popular QiGong rou-tine. QiGong is gentle, yet powerful set of exercises that help move energy throughout the body. Im-proves balance, circulation, mind-body connection & reduced stress. Pre-registration required. Call/email. $30. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasant-burg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

SUNDAY, APRIL 20

Easter Service Message: “Practicing What Jesus Practiced” – 10:30am-noon. “Practicing What Jesus Practiced” is the best way to celebrate and honor him. The Christ Presence within invites us to rise up and walk in newness of life. Free - Love Offering Appreciated – Walk-in. Unity Spir-itual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

Community Hu Sing – 11-11:30am. Singing HU will help put you in tune with the ever-present reality of God. Free presentation by ECKANKAR, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Event held at the American Red Cross, 940 Grove Rd, Greenville. Visit HearHU.org or Eckankar.org. Local contact: [email protected].

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

Movie and Information Night: Tapped – 7pm. Tapped presents an overwhelming amount of evi-dence as it “examines the role of the bottled water industry and its effects on health, climate change, pollution, and reliance on oil.” A fun movie night. Free. Enhanced Living Chiropractic, 140 Sage Creek Way, Greer. 848-0640.

SUNDAY, APRIL 27

Always Do Your Best –10:30am-noon. Your best is going to change from moment to moment. Learn how, under any circumstance, to avoid self-judg-ment, self-abuse and regret. Free - Love Offering Appreciated – Walk-in. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. Questions? Call 646-6114.

Knowing God in Your Life – 11am. Special Event! Free presentation by ECKANKAR, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Events held at the American Red Cross, 940 Grove Road, Greenville. Visit HearHU.org. or Eckankar.org. Local contact, [email protected].

MONDAY, APRIL 28

April Earth Dialogue Meeting at Friends Café– 6-7pm. Earth Dialogue is a lively, open discussion that fosters collaboration and local action for a sus-tainable community. It is supported by several area groups, including Natural Awakenings. An optional buffet will be served beginning at 5:30 pm. Free. 405 College Ave., #120, Clemson. 654-1331.


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sundaySouthern Flow Hot Yoga – 9am, 4pm and 6pm. Vigorous series of poses accessible to all levels. Packages available. Southern Om, 1140 Woodruff Rd, next to Whole Foods Market, Greenville. 329-1114.

Healing Circle – 6-7:30pm. Dedicated to the princi-pals of healing, prayer, spiritual growth and medita-tion. Free. Oma’s Healing Garden, 150 Milestone Way, Ste. A, Greenville. 354-4505.

mondaySouthern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 10am, noon, 5pm and 7pm. See Sunday 9am listing.

All Levels Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. Structured around learning how to focus on the breath throughout various yoga postures. $15. It’s Yoga! Studio, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 404-798-3442.

“Full-on” Yoga – 10:45am-noon. Steady flow of Hatha/Kripalu inspired yoga - no rowing involved. $10/class; discount class packages available. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505.

How to Stay Young The First 100 Years! – 10am and 5:30pm. The most common cause of functional disability is “spinal disorder.” This amazing class will teach you how to avoid and prevent spinal disorder so you can enjoy your extended life! Attend this class and get your first exam for $25.00, a $150.00 value. Free. Enhanced Living Chiropractic, 140 Sage Creek Way, Greer. 848-0640.

Yoga Therapy Class – 11am-noon. Learn poses and breath for releasing and healing issues of arthritis, neck pain, cancer care, injuries and

overworked muscles. It’s Yoga! Studio, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

Intermediate Yoga Class – 12:15-1:15pm. For those that have the fundamentals of Yoga and are looking for a more intense practice. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

Veggie Delights – 3-5pm. Each week a new vegetar-ian recipe to try. Easy and delicious. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335-2300.

Pre-Natal Yoga – 5:15pm. Poses and breathing specific for the mother-to-be, relieving low back pain, swollen feet, insomnia and preparing for labor and delivery as well as recovery after the baby is born. $75 for 5 classes. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

MeaningSight™: Establishing Vision, Goals, Meaning and Spirit – 6:15-8:30pm. Second Mon-day of the month. Establish a life vision and goals for meaning, flourishing and spirit – 6 small group classes to bring more meaning and a deeper spiri-tuality into your life. $150. InSight Transformation Life Coach Training, 25 Woods Lake Rd, Ste. 207, Greenville. 282-8989.

All Levels Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Relieve tired muscles and calm the stress of the day. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

All Levels Yoganize® – 7pm. Unique combina-tion of yoga, yoga therapy, Pilates and specialized toning exercises to invigorate the mind, body and spirit. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

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All Levels Yoganize® – 6am. See Monday 7pm listing.

Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 8am, 10am, Noon, 4pm, 5:30pm and 7:15pm. See Sunday 9am listing.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Intermediate/Ad-vanced ─ 9 and 10:30am. Gentle stretching and breathing exercises that relax and invigorate the body and mind. St. Francis Millennium Campus (near ICAR campus), Greenville. $7 per class. Call to register, 675-4656.

All Levels Yoganize® – 9:15am. Yoga East. See Monday 7pm listing.

VBAC Support Group Meeting – 10am. 2nd Tues-day’s. Share your experience about VBAC. Carolina WaterBirth, 915-J South St, Simpsonville. 329-0010 or 866-564-5554.

All Levels Yoga – 11am. Recharge your day with this morning class, energizing, stretching, rejuvenat-ing mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

Beginner Yoga Class – 11am–12:15pm. Great class to start a practice. Learn basic Yoga poses and breath-ing techniques. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

“Row-ga!” Fitness – 11am-noon. A fusion of indoor rowing and yoga that strengthens the muscles of the body, improves cardiac function, flexibility and stamina through breathing, low intensity rowing and yoga postures. $10. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505.

Community Acupuncture – Noon-9pm. Eco-nomical group opportunity to benefit from natural therapy. Plan at least 45 minutes for therapy. $45 initial, then $25. 3100 Grandview Dr, Simpsonville. 406-3800.

Essential Oils Classes – Noon 1pm. New oils presented each week. Free. Creative Health, 14 S. Main St, Greenville. Space is limited; must register, 233-4811.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class – 12:15-1:15pm. Follow the breath through poses to increase flexibility, develop core strength, strengthen and tone muscles. It’s Yoga! Studio, 120 Halton Rd, Ste 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

Chair Yoga – 4-5pm. Yoga with a chair assist, great for seniors, post surgery and people with chronic pain/injury. $10. Integrative Yoga Therapy, 101 NE Main St., Easley. 444-5523.

Coming Next Month

A Positive Path forSpiritual Living

Celebration Services Sundays 10:30 AM

Children’s Ministry Available7538 Highway 76, Pendleton, SC

P.O. Box 212, 29670864-646-6114

www.unityofclemsonanderson.orgfor calendar of events and more...

“Waking Up in Grace” Seminar by Diadra Price*see calendar of events for details*

Expand Your ConsciousnessSaturday, April 12

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Birthing Class – 6-9pm. Birthing classes fi rst 4 Tuesdays in September. Carolina Waterbirth/Doula Du Jour, 915 South St, Simpsonville. 735-7270.

Parent Talk at Brain Balance – 6:30-7:30pm. Learn about brain function and how to help a child struggling with ADHD, sensory issues, autism and learning differences. Free. Brain Balance, 2531 Woodruff Rd, Ste 113, Simpsonville. Space is limited, RSVP to 329-9933.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6:30-8pm. See Tuesday 12:15pm listing.

Aerial/Swing Yoga Class – 7:30-8:45pm. Take your yoga off the ground and experience familiar poses in a new way. $18 per class. Integrative Yoga Therapy, 101 NE Main St., Easley. 444-5523.

wednesdaySouthern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 10am, noon, 5pm and 7pm. See Sunday 9am listing.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class – 8:30-9:30am. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Tuesday 12:15pm listing.

Senior Day – 10am-6pm. Seniors 60+ receive 10% off total purchase. Normal exclusions ap-ply. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd, Greenville. 297-1105.

All Levels Yoga – 11am. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Tuesday 11am listing.

Oxy-Ionic Water Sampling – 11am-5pm. First Wednesday. Sample alkalizing Oxy-Ionic. Buy 1 gallon, get 2nd gallon 15% off. All Natural Health & Beauty Center, 101 College St, Simpsonville. 963-2882.

“Row-ga!” Fitness – 11am-noon. Greenville In-door Rowing. See Tuesday 11am listing.

All Levels Yoga – 6:30pm. A yoga routine of breath and postures. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class – 6:30-8pm. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Tuesday 12:15pm listing.

thursdayAll Levels Yoganize® – 6am. Yoga East. See Monday 7pm listing.

All Levels Yoga – 9-10am. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Monday 8:30am listing.

Balanced Life Yoga – 9-10:30am. Increase bone density, fl exibility and stamina through yoga. $7/class or $30 for 6 classes. St. Francis Millennium, Healthy Self, 2 Innovation Dr, Ste. 200, Greenville. 675-4656.

Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Vinyasa Flow – 9:15am. Yoga movement synchronized to the breath. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

Senior Yoga – 10-11am. Gentle stretching and strengthening class for anyone 55+. $2 per class. Mauldin Senior Center, Corn Rd at 699 Butler Rd, Mauldin. 419-4204.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Beginners – 10:30 and 11:45am. St. Francis Millennium Campus (near ICAR campus). See Tuesday 9am listing.

All Levels Yoga – 11am. Class for energizing, stretching and rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Beginner Yoga Class – 11am–12:15pm. Yoga East. See Tuesday 11am listing.

“Row-ga!” Fitness – 11am-Noon. Greenville In-door Rowing. See Tuesday 11am listing.

Community Acupuncture – 12-9pm. See Tuesday Noon listing.

Family Dinner Night – 4-8pm. One adult spends $5 in the café and up to six kids eat free. Kids fi ll out their own healthy menu. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 527-4220.

Yoga for Every Body – 5:45-7pm. Yoga class that is welcoming to all body shapes, sizes and fi tness levels. $10. Integrative Yoga Therapy, 101 NE Main St., Easley. 444-5523.

All Levels Yoga – 6:30-8pm. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc. See Monday 6:30pm listing.

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Parent Talk on Children’s Brain Function – 7-8:30pm. Discussion on brain function in children struggling with AD/HD, Autism/Aspergers, Sensory Integration Disorder, Dyslexia, learning disabilities and the Brain Balance Program. Free. Brain Bal-ance of Greenville, 2531 Woodruff Rd, Ste. 113, Simpsonville. 329-9933.

Aerial/Swing Yoga Class – 7:30-8:45pm. Integra-tive Yoga Therapy. See Tuesday 7:30pm listing.

fridayIndoor Rowing Classes – 6am, 7:30am and 9:15am. Full-body and cardio workout; any age and fi tness level. Rates vary. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505 or 901-3776.

Vinyasa Flow Class – 11am. Energize, increase fl exibility and stamina. $15. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Restorative Yoga Class – 12:15pm. Perform gentle poses before dropping into deep contentment from the sequence of supported postures. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

saturdayCommunity Acupuncture – 8:30am-noon. See Tuesday Noon listing.

Qigong in the Park – 9:15-10:15am. Open to any-one interested in Supreme Science Qigong. With a certifi ed SSQ Level 3 instructor, stand steady and practice, grounded to the Earth, and open your respiratory, circulatory and physical body systems. Improve digestion. Relax. Free. Legacy Park, 336 Rocky Slope Rd, Greenville - Verdae Community. 901-3776.

“Full-on” Yoga – 10:45am-noon. Steady fl ow of Hatha/Kripalu-inspired yoga - no rowing involved. $10/class; discount class packages available. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505.


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ACUPUNCTURE

ACUPUNCTURE OF GREERRuth Kyle, L.Ac.

106 Memorial Dr.864-877-0111•Greer

Great results with acute and chron-ic pain, migraines, frozen shoulder, sciatica, and stress. Specializes in orthopedic issues and more in an educational tranquil environment. See ad, page 41.

AFFORDABLE ACUPUNCTUREJoan Massey, L.Ac.

3100 Grandview Dr.864-406-3800•Simpsonville

We offer affordable community-style acupuncture. Specializing in pain management, aromatherapy, cold wave laser Chinese herbs and detoxifi cation techniques. Individ-ual private sessions also available. See ad, page 7.

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTERMarina Ponton, D.A.O.M., L.Ac.1901 Laurens Rd, Ste. E864-370-1140•GreenvilleGreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Dr. Ponton specializes in tradi-tional Chinese medicine (TCM). She offers natural healing methods such as acupuncture, herbs, fertil-ity and pain management, auricu-lar therapy, gua sha, electrical stimulation, cupping and magnets to help you meet your health goals. See ad, page 49.

HONG ZHANG, L.AC.111 Doctors Dr.864-797-7100•GreenvilleGHS.org/Acupuncture

More than 23 years experience practicing acupuncture. Some con-ditions treated include joint pain, neck and/or back pain, fi bromyalgia, stroke rehabilitation, infertility, and menstrual cramps.

SAM HWA DANG ACUPUNCTURE & HERBS CLINICHwang K. Lee, Ph.D., L.Ac.26 Orchard Park Dr.864-408-8270•Greenville

Korean Traditional Medicine helps to balance the energy fl ow in the entire body. We specialize in certain conditions, but have treated with success other health concerns such as allergy and skin, infertility, menopause, pain con-trol, cardiovascular, urinary, di-gestive and sleep disorders.

ALLERGY/NUTRITION

GREENVILLE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE301 Halton Rd, Ste. A864-558-0200•GreenvilleGreenvilleFunctionalMedicine.com

Consider our gluten genetic testing and consultation to identify and heal allergy and autoimmune reactions that is making your life miserable. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

TRINITY ALLERGY RELIEF & WELLNESS CENTER

110 Montgomery Dr.864-760-1006•AndersonTrinityAllergyRelief.com

Guaranteed relief as sensitivities and intolerances are cleared from the body using a proven method known as BioEnergetic Intolerance Elimi-nation (BIE) that literally clears annoying symptoms within minutes. No needles. No pain. No drugs. See ad, page 15.

ANIMAL REHAB

ANIMAL REHAB & CONDITIONING CENTERDr. Kennedy, DVM109 Monroe St.864-962-0101•SimpsonvilleAnimalRehabGreenville.com

Advanced training in pain management, canine rehabili-tation, and acupuncture. ARCC has hydrotherapy, pulsed sig-nal therapy, laser therapy along with a multitude of exercise equipment, including an un-derwater treadmill.

AROMATHERAPY

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE27 S. Pleasantburg Dr.864-242-4856•GreenvilleGarnersNaturalLife.com

Improve your level of stress, depression and mood with natural products from a lo-cally-owned family busi-ness, supporting the com-munity for over 40 years. Our friendly and knowl-

edgeable staff will guide you through the use of aromatherapy for pain and anxiety reduction, en-ergy enhancement and much more. See ad, back cover.

GOOD TO GO5000 Old Spartanburg Rd.Beside Pivotal Fitness864-244-2733•TaylorsGoodToGoJuiceBar.com

Take i t a l l i n and enhance your wel lbe ing . We carry G2™ 100%

pure therapeutic essential oils in single and custom blends. See ad, page 31.

BIO-ENERGETIC TESTING

AUGUSTA STREET CLINICDr. Roger Jaynes, DC, DNBHE1521 Augusta St.864-232-0082•GreenvilleAugustaStClinic.com

Bio-energetic testing shows energy imbalance, vitamin or mineral de-ficiency, and identifies environ-mental allergies. We use German manufactured drainage remedies and offer services at affordable rates. See ad, page 6.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY

BALANCED SOLUTIONS420 The Parkway, Ste. JThe Village at Thornblade864-343-8352•GreerBalancedAgain.com

Don’t accept fatigue, weight gain, depression or low sex drive as NORMAL. Feel great again with Bio-identical Hor-mone Therapy. Complimentary Blood Analysis. ($250 value) Call today! See ad, page 55.



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Say “Goodbye” to fatigue, poor sleep, loss of sex drive, night sweats, poor memory, and depression. We are patient-specifi c, meaning each treatment is specifi cally designed for the individual. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

LIVING WELL INTEGRATIVEHEALTHCAREClif Caldwell, MDCheryl Middleton, PA-C838 Powdersville Rd, Ste. G864-850-9988•EasleyLivingWellHealthcare.com

We help women and men who suffer symptoms of hor-monal imbalance such as low libido, weight gain, hot fl ash-es, fatigue and many other symptoms. Call for your personal consult today! See ad, page 7.

BOARDING/KENNEL

MAUI MEOW RESORT FOR CATS158 New Harrison Bridge Rd.864-409-1011•SimpsonvilleMauiMeowResort.com

Exclusively for cats! Spacious 60x30 condos, quiet atmosphere, 14’x 21’ play area, panoramic views, and two kitty towers. Live-in owner; no extra fees for medica-tions.

BRAIN TRAINING

BEACON(Eastside Professional Court)4501 Old Spartanburg Rd, Ste. 7864-292-5154•GreenvilleBEACONslps.com

A HEALTHIER BRAIN & A HEALTHIER LIFE WITH

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30+ year private practice is cele-brating fi ve years of our sensory learning program.

This intensive multi-sensory, foundational, non-cognitive approach has given hope to all ages with improvements in their quality of life. BEACON also offers Speech-Language Pathology, OT, and life coaching. See ad, page 42.

CHILDBIRTH SERVICES

CAROLINA WATERBIRTH915 South St.864-329-0010•SimpsonvilleCarolinaWaterBirth.com

Offering attentive, personal, one-on-one care for you and your family. Contracted with United Healthcare, Aetna, and most other health insur-ances. See ad, page 41.

DOULA DU JOUR915 South St.864-735-7270•SimpsonvilleCarolinaWaterbirth.com/DoulaDuJour.html

Doula Du Jour is your affordable on-call doula service for hospital, home and Carolina Waterbirth needs. See ad, page 41.

CHIROPRACTOR

AUGER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC1315 Haywood Rd.864-322-2828•GreenvilleAugerChiro.com

It’s not normal to live with neck/back pain, headaches, IBS, aller-gies, ADHD, insomnia, and more. Chiropractic care will get you back to normal. Call us now! See ad, this page.



ENHANCED LIVING CHIROPRACTICNina Kennedy, DC 140 Sage Creek Way864-848-0640•GreerEnhancedLivingChiro.com

We use a variety of unique treat-ments like Sacro-Occipital Tech-nique (www.SORSI.com) to bal-ance the body’s nervous system, exercise rehab to maintain that bal-ance, and functional medicine to jump start sluggish systems. Free consultations and gentle care for your entire family.

FRANZ FAMILY SPINAL CARE 205 Bryce Ct.(off Woodruff Rd in Woodruff Place)864-987-5995•SimpsonvilleFranzFamilySpinalCare.com

A health and wellness center focusing on providing the NUC-CA procedure for the whole family. Long-term relief with none of the cracking or popping; all adjustments done by hand. The only NUCCA practitioners in the Upstate. Also provides

whole food supplementation, nutritional testing, weight loss programs, and more. See ad, page 25.

SMALL SPINES PEDIATRIC CHIROPRACTIC996 Batesville Rd, #7864-558-0516•GreerSmallSpines.net

Does your child suffer from ADHD, allergies, asthma, ear in-fections, headaches, digestive troubles, or pain? We may be able to help! Call for a free consulta-tion. See ad, page 17.

COACHING

INSIGHT TRANSFORMATIONLIFE COACH TRAININGDianne Greyerbiehl and Certifi ed Coaches25 Woods Lake Rd, Ste. 207864-282-8989•GreenvilleLifeCoachingInstitute.net

Coaching creates easy, p o s i t i v e , p o w er f u l change from the inside out using proven tools and methods. Our certi-fied life coaches help

you discover the power to manage change in your life. See ad, page 39.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

BRIDGE TO WELLNESS, LLC 607 NE Main St.864-963-4466•SimpsonvilleYourBridge2Wellness.com

Angela Toplovich, certifi ed colon hydrotherapist offers detox ser-vices that include ionic footbath, thermotherapy (Bio Mat), and ear-candling. Lighten your toxic load! See ad, page 12.

INTERNAL FITNESS117 Fairview Pointe Dr.864-757-1269•SimpsonvilleInternal-Fitness.net

Phyllis is certifi ed by I-ACT and has been assisting clients for over 9 yrs. The center uses the open system of colon hydrotherapy. Other services include ion foot detox, and infrared sauna. $59.99 colon cleanse with a 10 min. body

vibration session when you mention this ad. New clients only. See ad, page 30.



COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

COMPOUNDING SOLUTIONSPam Bramlett, R.Ph.115 Pelham Rd, Ste. 12864-558-0507•GreenvilleMyCompoundingSolutions.com

The best medical solutions often arise from compounding. We specialize in building a relation-ship with you to provide the best possible solution for your indi-vidual needs. Bio-identical hormones and women’s health is our specialty.

CUSTOM-MED PHARMACYJohn Holland, Pharm.D.

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

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

medication, bio-identical hormone replacement, pediatrics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 26.

GREENHILL PHARMACY2531 Woodruff Rd. (Five Forks Promenade)864-520-1550•SimpsonvilleGreenHillRx.comOffering compounding solutions for pediatric, veterinarian, dermatology, topical pain creams, hormone replacement, hospice, sports medicine, and more. Covered by insurance. Free and curb-side delivery. Pure, natural beauty and nutritional products. See ad, page 20.

SKRIP SHOPPEJim Greene, R. Ph.

406 W. Poinsett St.864-879-2325•GreerSkripShoppePharmacy.com

We compound (create) individu-alized medicines for your unique needs, perfectly suited to your body. We also offer natural medi-cines, vitamins and herbs. Lo-cally owned and operated since 1982. Visit our website for a 10% off coupon. See ad, page 21.

COUNSELING SERVICES

BEYOND TALK THERAPY™828-595-9658•GreenvilleBeyondTalkTherapy.comSleepApneaSolution.org

In 3-4 sessions Dr. Damaris Drewry helps clients resolve dif-fi cult/long-standing symptoms of sleep apnea, depression, anxiety, emotional eating, repeating rela-tionship patterns, chemical sensi-tivities, allergies, asthma, frozen shoulder, adoption and other

complex issues. Ethical, innovative and solution-focused alternatives to psychotherapy. Free 15-min-ute phone consultation. See ad, page 21.

DAIRY PRODUCTS

HAPPY COW CREAMERY332 McKelvey Rd.864-243-9699•PelzerHappyCowCreamery.com

We are a unique on-the-farm milk bottling opera-tion offering high-quality fresh milk directly from our own grass-fed dairy

cows. Whole Milk, Chocolate Milk, Cultured But-termilk, and Strawberry Milk are just a few of the dairy products offered at the on-site-store. See ad, page 36.



New DayPhysical Therapy

864-469-9936300 N. Main Street, Greer, SC 29650www.newdayphysicaltherapy.com

Alternative & Conventional Therapies1018 S.Batesville Rd., Greer

864-968-0200 or 864-201-1402

Ammonia-free and chemical-free options

Expert haircare Certifi ed master colorist

Chicago and European trained

Sparkle all year long

DENTISTRY

PALMETTO PERIODONTICSDr. William Bohlen1130 E. Butler Rd.864-987-9700•GreenvillePalmettoPerio.com

We can meet your total needs from treatment to recovery. We honestly and respectfully educate you, so that together, we can reach your optimal oral health. We offer exceptional service in a clean and modern facility. In our warm and calming environment, your comfort and care are our priority. See ad, page 8.

PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY134 Milestone Way864-879-6494•GreenvillePalmerDMD.com

We practice biologi-cal dentistry and ad-here to the highest standards of biocom-patible dentistry as defi ned by the Inter-

national Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicolo-gy (IAOMT). One-visit crowns, laser-assisted peri-odontal therapy and ozone therapy; fl uoride-free offi ce since 1995. See ad, page 5.

TRINITY DENTALDr. Robert A. Berkowitz1221 N. Fant St.864-224-4736•AndersonTrinityDentalCenter.com

Along with holistic dental practices, we also offer non-drug treatment for TMJ pain, ozone/oxygen thera-pies and a home sleep study to overcome sleep apnea. See ad, page 10.

EYE NUTRITION


A holistic vision program that suc-cessfully treats eye conditions in-cluding macular degeneration, cata-racts, glaucoma and more. This program is considered the standard in alternative therapies for the eye. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

FENG SHUI/ INTERIOR REDESIGN

FINE REDESIGNSMichele Senac, CFSP

Redesign/Feng Shui Certifi ed864-631-9335FineRedesigns.com

Have a whole new look for your home or business using what you already own. Have a home or busi-ness that refl ects who you really are. Transform and love your space with Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. Experience a design transfor-mation that you can see and feel. See ad, page 18.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE


We identify the causes of disease rather than treating the symptoms and teach patients about the core principles of health maintenance and prevention. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

HAIR SALON/SPA

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

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

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

Operating in the Greer area864-320-2359•Greer

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

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

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

consultation specialist. Natural, organic, and Euro-pean hair products available. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Credit cards accepted. See ad, page 50.


HEALTH FOOD STORES

ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTERBobby Caston, Preventive Health Consultant101 College St.864-963-2882•SimpsonvilleNaturalFarmacy.net

We offer health/wellness programs and natural products that are effec-tive. We also carry many name-brand vitamins and supplements at affordable prices. Exclusively, we offer Oxy-Ionic Water, an alkaline ionized water that supports wellness in many specific ways. Free consul-tations. See ad, page 35.

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

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

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

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

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

THE WILD RADISHJody Harris & Gigi Perry161 Verdin Rd.864-297-1105•GreenvilleTheWildRadish.com

Vitamins and women’s products, raw goat’s milk, goat cheese, local, free-range eggs, Sami’s wheat/gluten-free products, Webb’s chicken sausages, local, grass-fed ground beef, and monthly healthy living classes. See ad, this page.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET1140 Woodruff Rd.864-335-2300•GreenvilleWholeFoodsMarket.com/Stores/Greenville

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

Monthly calendar of events. We want to be your neighborhood supermarket.

LAWN MAINTENANCE

NATURALAWN OF AMERICA®293 Lakewood Dr, Greenville864-277-1135•GreenvilleGreenville.NaturaLawn.com

THE LEADER IN ORGANIC-BASED LAWN CARE

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Families and their pets deserve a safe and beautiful place to play, f ree of harmful chemicals. From waterways to

residential lawns, we create a safer environment for those who enjoy the outdoors! Innovation of our product lines and system practices helps set us apart from the rest of the industry. See ad, page 38.

MASSAGE/BODYWORK

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTERMassage Therapy1901 Laurens Rd, Ste. E864-370-1140•GreenvilleGreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Suffer from pain? Mas-s a g e i s a proven treat-ment to help

reduce the effects of chronic pain, such as low-back pain. Enjoy a Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, aro-matherapy, sports, prenatal or dry brush massage. New GNHC clients: Mention this ad, and your 1st massage is only $35! See ad, page 49.

RESTORATIVE & REHABILITATIVE MASSAGE106 Memorial Dr.864-634-3019•GreerJune Lordi, SC Lic.# 4599

Pain and stress reduction and in-jury rehabilitation. Improve cir-culation, flexibility, athletic per-formance and posture. 30+ years’ experience. Member of AMTA & NCTMB. Located within Acu-puncture of Greer. See ad, page 41.

NATURAL FOOD PRODUCTS

HAPPY COW CREAMERY332 McKelvey Rd.864-243-9699•PelzerHappyCowCreamery.com

We offer high-quality fresh milk directly from our own grass-fed dairy cows, free-range eggs and a variety of local

produce at our farm. See ad, page 36.


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