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

22 GIVe FReeDOM a HanD Let Peace and Prosperity Ring Around the World by Kirk Boyd

24 SteWaRDS OF eaRtH’S BOunty Organic Farmers Sow Seeds of Change by Melinda Hemmelgarn

27 JaMeS GORMley taKeS On tHe FDa Why the Natural Health Movement Must Protect Itself by Kathleen Barnes

30 SuMMeRtIMe, anD tHe SIppIn’ IS eaSy Quick and Cool Vegan Smoothies by Judith Fertig

34 FRaCKInG VeRSuS FOOD America’s Family Farm Heritage and Health at Stake by Harriet Shugarman

36 eSSentIal OIlS FOR SuMMeR Healing Fragrances for Bites, Allergies and Sunburn by Kathleen Barnes

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Summer has settled into the Upstate. As op-posed to the unusually cool and wet days we experienced last summer, the heat and

sizzling temperatures have already settled in like an old friend making himself at home. In most areas of the country, summer is a lush and beauti-ful time of year. In the 90s as a newcomer to the south, I was fascinated by the flora I encountered that was so different from my native New Eng-land. Mimosa trees, I learned, spread their, pink, powderpuff flowers once the temperatures broke the 90s. To my northern eyes, the closest thing to lilac trees was the pink, lilac, and white crepe myrtle. As the furnace-type heat of long July days rolls in, the crepe myrtle blooms became even more vivid and intense.

Vegetable gardens are another gift of summer time. This month’s article on community gardens in the Upstate came from my introduction to a group of dedicated gardeners at the annual Urban Farm Tour organized by Greenville Organic Food Organization (GOFO). The Judson Garden, a collaborative effort of the Generous Garden Organization, the CITY Initiative, and the Judson Mill community began with a mission to help fight hunger and it succeeds through its volunteer efforts.

There are 70 community gardens throughout Greenville. Together they pro-vide access to affordable, healthy, food. Some of the gardens offer a bag of food at harvest time in exchange for a few volunteer hours in the garden. Others give the food away to neighborhood residents, some of whom may be unemployed or underemployed. Nourishing food is something most Americans take for granted. Making a trip to the grocery store to purchase fruits and vegetables that not just taste good but are good for us is becoming, unbelievably, as extinct as some of the animal species that are disappearing at an increasing rate.

This month’s News Brief on the March against Monsanto that took place in Greenville in May demonstrates citizens’ concern that our food supply is under threat. Many people may be unaware that GMOs are GMO plants that produce their own pesticides. It has been claimed that these pesticides break down in the digestive system. A study by scientists at the University of Sherbrooke, Canada looked at the blood of pregnant and non-pregnant women, as well as fetuses, and found the insecticidal protein, Cry1Ab, circulating in the blood of all three, suggesting not only that the protein does not break down in the digestive system, but also that it can be passed to a developing fetus.

July 4th is a celebration of freedom and independence that gifted us with the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Let’s safeguard our right to know what’s in our food. A safe food supply should be inherent in the guarantee of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”.

Wishing you and yours a safe and happy summer,


newsbriefsFamily Mediator Customizes Parenting PlansJoy Bennett, a Supreme Court-approved Mediator, is now

providing parents who are divorcing the opportunity to cus-tomize their parenting plans and divorce settlements. Family Mediation is when a husband and wife sit down with a neu-tral third party to craft their own divorce settlement, generally without lawyers. This allows for the settlement process to be more collaborative and amicable. It also allows for much more creativity in devising visitation schedules that consider work obligations of parents with unusual work schedules or children who have after-school activities.

While all divorcing couples in Greenville County are required to attempt to reach a settlement through mediation if their attorneys haven’t worked things out within a year, Bennett finds that couples are far more successful when they try mediation early in their divorce process, before legal actions create more animosity between them. Up to ninety percent of couples trying mediation before they pursue other legal ac-tion reach a settlement.

Bennett has fourteen years’ experience as a Family Mediator and is co-owner of North Main Counseling in Greenville. She specializes in customized parenting plans and helping parents understand the needs of their children at different ages. She also assists couples with or without children to make property settlements, understand alimony and child support, and allocate debt.

North Main Counseling is located at 617 North Main St., Greenville. For more in-formation, call 864-232-2212 or visit NorthMainCounseling.com and click on the “Divorce Mediation” page. See ad, page 37.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry Welcomes New DentistPalmer Distinctive Dentistry welcomed Dr. Daniel Knause to the practice in May.

Patients now have access to two highly skilled dentists in holistic and biocompat-ible dentistry, creating more opportunities to serve their patients. Dr. Knause joined Palmer Distinctive Dentistry to practice the same philosophies as Dr. Joe Palmer, which includes the utilization of the most advanced techniques and most biocom-

patible materials available in dentistry. He enjoys treating patients with the same quality of care as he would treat his own family, and strives to improve each day in order to aid his patients in achieving the total oral health they desire.

Knause is well-versed in the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology protocol for safe removal of mercury fillings and other holistic techniques. He under-stands how the health of the oral cavity relates to whole body wellness. He is comfortable with some of the most advanced techniques in dentistry today, such as Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing in office crowns, as well as ozone therapy. Knause is dedicated to patient education and understanding because he wants to help his patients make the most informed decisions about their care.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry is located at 134 Milestone Way, Greenville. For more information, call 864-879-6494 or visit PalmerDMD.com. See ad, page 7.

An eye for an eye

only ends up

making the whole

world blind.

~Mahatma GandhiDaniel Knause, D.D.S.

Joy Bennett, MSW, LISW-CP


Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson in New Location

Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson recently relocated to 304 Lebanon Road in

Pendleton.Unity welcomes people of all faiths and back-

grounds, as they believe it is through diversity that we grow stronger as an individual, community, na-tion and world. They offer practical, spiritual teach-ings that empower abundant and meaningful daily

living. They are here to help you with the following:Discover and live your spiritual purpose and potential.1. Build a stronger relationship with our Creator.2. Provide a teaching that is spiritual, not religious, and love-based, not fear-3. based.

Ruth Thomas, spiritual leader, discovered the Unity movement—co-created by Charles and Myrtle Fillmore in 1891—during a crisis in her life in the 1960s. “I had this strong desire to connect with the spiritual essence of who I am. I was seek-ing spiritual principles for living my best life in each now moment. I found that in Unity.”

There are no requirements for attending Unity. They provide support to every-one in their spiritual quest through inspirational Sunday talks, informative classes and prayer. If you are seeking inner peace and a stronger connection to spirit, Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson invites you to fi nd it there. Sunday talks are presented each week at 10:30 a.m.

Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson is located at 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendle-ton. For more information, call 864-646-6114 or visit UnityOfClemsonAnderson.org. See ad, page 42.

Duck Food Vending Machines Installed at Anderson ParkAnderson County, through its Ander-

son Sports and Entertainment Center (ASEC), has installed two Duck Food Vending Machines. The vending machines, installed at Chris Taylor Park, provide patrons with appropriate food to feed the ducks at the park. Feeding the ducks bread, as is American tradition, is highly discouraged by wildlife experts. Not only does bread not provide any nutritional value to the ducks, it is diffi cult for them to digest and can make the ducks sick. Signage within the park lets the public know that feeding bread, popcorn, and other human food is harmful to the ducks. A sign on the vending machines says “Bread Kills Ducks and Geese. Please Use Provided Feeders.” At Chris Taylor Park, people now have access to healthy duck feed that the ducks love. The cost for the duck food is 25 cents.

Vaulted Vending owns the machines, and is responsible for maintenance and refi lling. Vaulted Vending and Anderson County will each receive 50 percent of the revenue from the machines.

ASEC is located at 3027 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Anderson. For more information, visit AndersonCountySC.org.

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Home to HarmonyRobin Moline

Cover artist Robin Moline is a com-mercial illustrator and artist whose work has graced ad campaigns, magazine covers, product labels and other prominent communications across the globe for more than three decades. Moline especially enjoys doingillustration projects that refl ect her enthusiasm for global sustainability. The artist was recently commis-sioned by the U.S. Postal Service to do a commemorative stamp repre-senting a farmers’ market theme. Her style ranges from realistic to surrealistic, often with a folksy, hu-morous twist, and she works mainly in mixed airbrush and acrylic paint. “I’ll work with anything else it takes to achieve the desired look to solve any given assignment,” says Moline. The cover image, Home to Har-mony, is a preliminary design for a book cover design for Philip Gulley’s Harmony series. The artwork was, in turn, inspired by an earlier work, a four-part mural depicting four sea-sons on the farm for the John Deere Pavilion, in Moline, Illinois. “I love living in an area where I can enjoy the full four seasons. I fi nd endless inspiration in all things natural,” says Moline, a lifelong Minnesota resident and graduate of the Minneapolis Col-lege of Art and Design.

View the artist’s portfolio at Robin Moline.com.


newsbriefsIt’s Yoga! Studio Honors Grads of Teacher Training ProgramIt’s Yoga! Studio™ Inc. is cel-

ebrating the graduation of its students from its Teacher Training Institute Program. The students completed a 12-month study of in-depth yoga and training to be able to teach yoga classes. Grad-uates of It’s Yoga! Studio Teacher Training Institute Program go into the field with in-depth knowledge, clear instruction, and the skill to guide students to the experience of self-awareness through yoga.

Whether desiring to deepen personal yoga practice or fine-tune yoga teaching skills, the 200-Hour It’s Yoga! Studio Teacher Training can help build confidence in elements of yoga, enhance skills and knowledge, and cultivate an authentic teaching style. Students of the course do not need to be future teachers and all are welcome.

It’s Yoga! Studio is located at 120 Halton Road, Ste. 1, Greenville. For more informa-tion about It’s Yoga! Studio or the Teacher Training Institute Program, call 864-354-2882 or visit ItsYogaStudio.com. See ad, page 52.

Kristi Ried-Barton (far left) with Graduates of the 2014 It’s Yoga! Studio Teacher Training Institute


MeaningSight Meetups Offer Insight to MembersMeaningSight™, a division of Life

Coaching Institute™, is a Meetup group for people who want to make a

difference in the world and who want to create thriving, passionate, and meaning-filled lives. Dianne Greyerbiehl, Ph.D, PCC, LPC, BCC, Life Coaching Institute President and CEO, coaches the group and teaches tools that members can use in their everyday lives. The July Meetup is titled “Use Your Spirituality/Inner Mean-ing to Control Stress, Find Purpose, and Thrive.” This is for people who want to make life more than a daily grind. The September Meetup is titled “Transforma-tion to a New Way of Being and Living Individually and Together.” Hear how science and theology are coming together, and define for yourself what it is to be spiritual.

The group was formed as an extension of Life Coaching Institute to bring like-minded people together and encourage them to start living rich, fulfilling lives, as well as to start building a compassionate and collaborative community. Meaning-Sight meets on the second Monday of every month. There is a $10 fee to attend the Meetups.

Visit Meetup.com/Life-Coaching-Institute for more information or contact Emily VanKleeck at [email protected]. See ad, page 12.

Individually, we are one drop. Together, we

are an ocean.~Ryunosuke Satoro


newsbriefsGreenville Indoor Rowing Celebrates Another Year as Number OneGreenville Indoor Rowing is celebrating

its fifth year in a row as the number one health club in the world for attaining the most rowed meters as an indoor row-ing club. Indoor rowing offers a total body workout. With summer temperatures nearing dangerous levels for most of the summer, working out in an air-conditioned facility is safer and more comfortable. Greenville

Indoor Rowing offers classes for all types of schedules: early morning and evening classes for those who work regular business hours and stay-at-home moms, mid-morning classes for retirees and shift work-ers, and Saturday morning classes for everyone in between. Custom-ers can check the web site for exact schedule times and to reserve a space. The club offers a complimentary 30-minute orientation and free first class, and no-contract memberships. Row-ga!, rowing yoga, does not require reservations.

Greenville Indoor Rowing, LLC is located at 576-A Woodruff Rd., Greenville. For more information, call 864-281-1505 or visit GreenvilleIndoorRowing.com.

Garner’s Natural Life Now Carries dōTERRA Essential OilsGarner’s Natu-

ral Life now carries the popular dōTERRA essential oils and will be offer-ing dōTERRA essential oil classes. Essential oils are natural compounds found in plants. dōTERRA oils are therapeutic-grade essential oils using a steam-distilled or cold-pressed extraction. Classes in July will be held on July 10th at 7 p.m. and July 17th at 10 a.m. at Garner’s. Although the classes are free, there is limited space, so customers should call the store to sign up.

Since the 1970s, Garner’s Natural Life has spe-cialized in natural food supplements, pet products, cosmetics and healthy alternatives in the Upstate. The team stands behind its nutritionally superior products and is committed to its customers and community. dōTERRA essential oils have been known for superior quality since 2008.

Garner’s Natural Life is located at 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Ste. 20, Greenville (next to the Fresh Market). For more information call 864-242-4856 or visit GarnersNaturalLife.com. See ad, back cover.

Lowell Caylor, founder and Certified Indoor Rowing

Instructor


Sneak Attack on Dietary SupplementsAccording to Scott Tips, president and legal counsel for the National Health Federa-tion (NHF), harmonized global standards are enabling overall reduced vitamin and mineral levels in pill and food form. In February, the U.S. Food and Drug Adminis-tration (FDA) proposed changes to both the current Nutrition Facts panel on food labels and Supplement Facts panel on dietary supplement labels that prompt concern.

“While the food industry, media and general public focus on the proposed format changes, new wording and label design, there’s a danger to our health in the FDA harmonizing our Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of vitamin and mineral levels down to the extremely low levels of the Codex Alimentarius, which our organiza-tion has fought against for more than a decade,” advises Tips.

Although a few RDIs have been raised, if the proposed rulemaking is adopted, the NHF anticipates that the FDA will work to conform other recommended nutrient values to those of Codex. Support for this projection is based on an October 11, 1995, FDA pronouncement in the Federal Register to harmonize its food laws with those of the rest of the world.

The deadline for citizens to submit comments to the FDA ended on June 2, 2014, but we can still write the Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5360 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852. Mention Docket No. FDA-2012-N-1210 and insist that the FDA cease pushing its harmoniza-tion agenda.

For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/NHFCaseForNutrients.

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healthbriefs Essential Oils Effective in Fighting Candida, MRSAEssential oils show

promise in prevent-ing infections from the fungi Candida albi-cans and the bacteria methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), according to several recent studies. Romania’s Polytechnic University of Bucharest researchers found that topical application of the essential oils from Salvia officinalis (sage) and Anethum graveolens (dill) provided sig-nificant inhibition against the C. albicans fungi when compared with a standard antiseptic dressing. Scientists from England’s Manchester Metropolitan University compared the ef-fects on three strains of MRSA in wound dressings containing the essential oils of patchouli, tea tree, geranium, lavender and grapefruit seed extract against a con-ventional antibacterial dressing of silver sulfadiazine cream. Each oil was applied independently and in combination with wound dressings. Grapefruit seed extract and geranium oil were found to most ef-fectively inhibit the MRSA strains.

Ginger and Turmeric Protect Skin from SunScientists from Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University

have found that extracts from ginger and turmeric may help prevent DNA damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, a leading cause of melanoma and other skin cancers. Fifteen herbal extracts were created; each was applied to human keratino-cytes, the predominant cell type in the outer layer of skin that can be damaged by the sun’s rays. The researchers measured the ability of each herb extract to absorb ultraviolet radiation and act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals. Turmeric and ginger extracts absorbed a significant amount of UVB rays before they could damage the skin, according to the results, published in Photo-chemistry and Photobiology. Each was found to stimulate the synthesis of thiore-doxin 1, an antioxidant protein that appears to protect keratinocytes from DNA damage and toxicity to living cells.

Sun’S RayS May Help HeaRt HealtHIn addition to triggering vitamin D production, the sun

may have other health benefits. University of Edinburgh researchers studied 24 healthy volunteers that used lamps that produce ultraviolet A (UVA) light mimicking the sun’s UVA rays, compared with similar lamps that only pro-duce heat. Two sessions under the UVA lamps significantly lowered blood pressure and boosted nitric oxide levels in the blood. The latter is linked to better circulation. The scientists concluded that the combined effect may help prevent heart disease.


pReteRM BaBIeS GROW BetteR WItH SuppleMentSIn a study published earlier this year in

Pediatrics, researchers from Liverpool Women’s Hospital gave either a stan-dard diet or that plus multivitamin and mineral supplementation intravenously to 150 preterm infants for 28 days after their birth. Supplemented babies had higher rates of growth, measured in weight, plus head circumference sizes that were between fi ve and eight mil-limeters greater. The differences in head circumference remained nine months after the supplementation period ended.

Ashwagandha Herb Mutes Bipolar Disorder, Lowers StressThe ancient ayurvedic herb ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) shows promise in

reducing the symptoms of bipolar disorder, according to two recent studies. For eight weeks, scientists from the University of Pittsburgh’s Western Psychiatric Institute gave 500 milligrams per day of ashwagandha extract or a placebo to 53 pa-tients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The researchers used a series of bipolar tests to gauge cognition, response time, social cognition response and other processes. After the eight weeks, the group given ashwagandha showed signifi cant improvements in auditory-verbal working memory, reaction time and social cognition. In a study published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatric Medicine, among a group of 64 men and women with chronic stress, after two months of ashwa-gandha treatment, standardized test scores revealed stress reduced by 44 percent, anxiety and insomnia by 68 percent and severe depression by 79 percent. Depres-sion and anxiety are hallmarks of bipolar disorder.

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Fruits and Veggies Boost Kids’ Learning and Social SkillsA study published in the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association fi nds that

increased fruit and vegetable consumption among school-age children may increase learning skills related to interacting with others, as identifi ed in social cog-nitive theory. Researchers divided 138 students into two groups, with one group consum-ing more fruits and vegetables than the other. After three months, the group on the healthier diet tested higher in social cognitive learning skills. They also scored better in self-effi cacy (belief they could succeed) in diffi cult situations, social support and observational learning.


March Against Monsanto Raises AwarenessOn Saturday, May 24th, a concerned group of citizens, orga-

nized by Aaron and Jess Bayne, gathered to march through Falls Park and Main Street in Downtown Greenville for the March Against Monsanto. A group of about 100 men, women, and children displayed their concern about what they consider to be the dangers of genetically modified organisms (or GMOs, as they are commonly referred to). GMOs are defined on the website JustLabelIt.org as “organisms that have been created through applica-tion of transgenic, gene-splicing techniques that are part of biotech-nology…they are also called genetic engineering, or GE.”

One of the many controversies surrounding GMOs are that GMO plants create their own pesticides in-ternally, and are registered pesticides, although many are also food prod-ucts. Proponents of GMOs cite 1700 studies that prove they are safe, and claim that no human has ever been ill due to GMO ingestion. Critics counter that these studies were paid for by the biotech companies without independent review, and that the same claims were made regarding cigarettes, for which the long-term, cumulative effects were not originally apparent.

The argument is heating up with various scientists opposing the claim that GMOs are safe. Dr. Thierry Vrain, former research scientist for Agriculture Canada, was the scientist designated by that institute to address public groups and reassure them that genetically engineered crops and foods were safe. He is now an activist against GMOs, stating, “I refute the claims of the biotechnology companies that their engineered crops yield more, that they require less pesticide applications, that they have no impact on the environment, and that they are safe to eat. The scientific literature is full of studies showing that engineered corn and soya contain toxic or aller-genic proteins.”

He also states that genetic modification, a 40-year old pro-cess, is based on the 70 year old, one-gene-one-protein theory (that each gene codes for a single protein) which was disproved with the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2002. Vrain asserts, “Inserting a gene in a genome using this tech-nology can and does result in damaged proteins…The whole paradigm of the genetic engineering technology is based on a misunderstanding. Every scientist now learns that any gene can give more than one protein and that inserting a gene anywhere in a plant eventually creates rogue proteins. Some of these pro-teins are obviously allergenic or toxic.”

In a research paper that has been peer-reviewed and ac-cepted for publication in the journal Reproductive Toxicology,

a study by scientists from the University of Sherbrooke, Canada, seems to disprove the claim that the pesticides generated by GMOs are broken down in the digestive system. The study looked at the blood of pregnant and non-pregnant women, as well as fetuses, and found the insecticidal protein, Cry1Ab, circulating in the blood of all three, suggesting not only that the protein does not break down in the digestive system, but also that it can be passed to a developing fetus.

Additionally, the recent update of a compilation of many scientists’ reports worldwide challenge the statement that GMOs are safe, pointing to vari-ous evidence, including the fact that rats that ingested GMOs had a shorter life-span. The report also contains claims that the 1700 studies the proponents cite as proving the safety of GMOs are actually filled with evidence to the contrary, and challenges other GMO safety claims.

Additional concerns regard-ing GMOs relate to their envi-ronmental impacts. GMOs have been embraced by agribusiness companies due to their resistance to weeds and insects. This has resulted in “super weeds” that have caused greater contamina-tion of crops and necessitated increased use of weed-killing chemicals. There is also evidence that suggests that insects have

adapted to genetic modifications, resulting in greater use of insecticides. This, in turn, causes greater pollution of farmland and waterways.

Protestors are advocating for labeling of all GMO foods, allowing consumers a choice at the grocery store. For those wishing to voice their opinions to Washington legislators and the FDA about GMO use and labeling, JustLabelIt.org has a quick and easy link.

Another community awareness event is scheduled in Greenville for the fall. For more information visit March Against Monsanto – Greenville, SC on Facebook.

More information on all local and national events as well as information on organizing a group in your area can be found at March-Against-Monsanto.com. Go to JustLabelIt.org to learn more about the campaign to support manda-tory labeling of GE foods. To read the article by Dr. Thierry Vrain, go to FoodRevolution.org/blog/former-pro-gmo-sci-entist.To read more about the study on pregnant women, go to FoodIntegritynow.org /2011/05/19/gmo-study-omg-youre-eating-insecticide. To download the compilation report, go to EarthOpenSource.org/index.php/reports/gmo-myths-and-truths.


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

Food TransparencyVermont Demands GMO LabelingVermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for Vermont to pass the nation’s first unrestricted

mandatory labeling bill for genetically modi-fied organisms (GMO). The state legislature’s collective efforts, lasting more than a decade, led to an unprecedented, game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23.

Anticipating the current lawsuit by Monsanto and the Grocery Manufacturers

Association, Vermont has set aside $10 million for legal fees. The Organic Manufacturers Association is working to expand funding behind Vermont’s defense because the outcome could affect all 50 states.

Unless legally overturned, starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Ver-mont that contain more than 0.9 percent GMO content contamination will require a statement on the label indicating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled as such cannot also la-bel their products as “natural”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs.

Donate to Vermont’s defense fund at Tinyurl.com/SupportGMOLabeling.

Relaxing RulesU.S. Organic Standards Under SiegeLast September, without any public input, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), under pressure from corporations, changed the way the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) decides which non-organic materials are al-lowed in prod-ucts labeled as Certified Organic, all but guarantee-ing that when the NOSB meets every six months, the non-organic and syn-thetic materials allowed in organic items will increase. Certain non-organic or synthetic materi-als can be used in up to 5 percent of a USDA Organic product, and in up to 30 percent of a Made with Organic Ingredients product. Look for the addition of carrageenan, synthetic nutrients such as DHA and ARA, sausage cas-ings made from processed intestines, synthetic methionine, antibiotics and mutagens, among others.

Sign a petition in protest at Tinyurl.com/Organ-icStandardsPetition.


Farm BuildingTraining Programs Attract Young FarmersThere’s little doubt that the nation needs more young farmers, because statistics from

the U.S. Department of Agriculture show the aver-age American farmer is 58 years old. Hope lies in farm incubators that equip young agrarians with the technical skills and the business savvy needed to compete in the fi erce, burgeoning market for lo-cally grown produce. At Kinsman Farm (KinsmanFarm.net), in Cleveland, the Ohio State University Extension gives would-be farmers quarter-acre starter plots and helps them develop business plans. Financial support is available, too. “The city of Cleveland recently received private funds to expand its Gar-dening for Greenbacks Program,” advises spokes-person Marie Barni. “Our urban farmers can now receive a $5,000 grant to help start their farming microenterprise.” Some city planners have voiced consider-able skepticism about whether urban farms are an

effective tool for creating jobs and rebuilding economies like Cleveland’s, but advo-cates point to other farm incubators in North Carolina, Oregon and Rhode Island, as well as in Kansas City, Kansas, Holyoke, Massachusetts, St. Louis, Missouri, and Seattle, Washington. In Chicago, students at the role model Windy City Harvest, coordinated by the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Richard J. Daley City College (ChicagoBotanic.org/windycityharvest), engage in six months of hands-on horticulture training, and then a three-month paid internship with a farm or food justice organization.

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Strength in NumbersIt Takes a Village to Feed the WorldOrganizations worldwide are working to create a more sustainable and just food system. Food Tank lists 101 or-ganizations to watch in 2014 (Tinyurl.com/FoodTank100). All are vital in creating a better food system. Here are a few examples. Food MythBusters is telling the real story of how food is produced through short fi lms, showing that we can have a food sys-tem that is truly affordable, delicious, fair and good for the planet. Heifer International has been helping small farmers around the world practice better animal husbandry and develop more environmentally sustainable sources of food production for 70 years. Oxfam, a confederation of 17 organizations worldwide, helps fi nd lasting solu-tions to poverty and injustice. Oxfam America’s recent Behind the Brands campaign highlights how favorite consumer brands bring hidden costs to farmers, food security and the environment. Real Food Challenge, started in 2008 mainly among students, aims to shift $1 billion of existing university food budgets from industrial farms and junk foods to community-based, fair, ecologically sound and humane food sources by 2020. Seed Savers Exchange is dedicated to saving and sharing organic, heirloom and non-GMO (genetically modifi ed organism) seeds.

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Shame GameCorporations Bow to Public PressureMicrobeads are tiny balls of hard plastic found in facial scrubs, sham-poo and toothpaste that flow down drains and pass through wastewater treatment plants, ending up in wa-terways, where they enter the food chain. New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman has proposed the first U.S. legislation banning plastic microbeads in commonly used cosmetics (Tinyurl.com/Bea-dLegislation). Finding microbead-free products isn’t easy; we must read ingredient lists and steer clear of products that con-tain polyethylene or polypropylene. Natural alternatives include ground almonds, oatmeal and pumice. Palm oil is a natural ingredient used in thousands of everyday prod-ucts from snack foods to shampoo. But as tropical forests are cleared and carbon-rich peat swamps are drained and burned to make way for palm oil plantations, carbon is released into the atmosphere, driving global warming and shrinking habitat for endangered species. Tropical deforestation cur-rently accounts for about 10 percent of the world’s heat-trapping emissions. Last March, General Mills and Colgate-Palmolive announced new palm oil policies. Concerned citizens can tell other major corporations that for the sake of our atmosphere, tropical forests, peat lands and endan-gered species, the time to act is now, and to use only deforestation-free and peatlands-free palm oil going forward.

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Urban HabitatsHow Plants and Animals Adapt to CitiesMore than half of the world’s population now resides in cities, and the United Nations projects that 5 billion people will call a city home by 2030. “We need to understand how cities are changing the ecology of the systems they are built on, and how plants and animals are adapting to them,” says Dieter Hochuli, a Ph.D. biologist who specializes in integrative ecology at the University of Sydney, in Australia. For the most part, plants and animals adapt to urban surroundings using traits that help them survive in their natural habitat, but some scientists predict the pres-sures of the city, especially pollution, may become so great that evolution may intervene. “We’ve created this whole new habitat that never used to exist here,” remarks Angela Moles, a University of New South Wales (Australia) plant biologist. “There will be some species living here that are not doing so well and there’ll be selection for individuals that can do better in an urban environment.” “We still have functioning ecosystems, they’re just different from what they were 200 years ago,” comments Hochuli. Some shifts will be irreversible.

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Seabirds’ SignificanceComplex Interactions Help Cool the PlanetTop predator species of the Southern Ocean, far-ranging seabirds, are tied to the health of the ecosystem and to global climate regulation through a mutual relation-ship with phytoplankton, according to a study from the University of California-Da-vis, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. When phytoplankton are eaten by grazing crustaceans called krill, they release a chemical signal that attracts krill-eating birds. The chemical signal, dimethyl sulfide (DMS), forms sulfur compounds in the atmosphere that also promote cloud formation and help cool the planet. Seabirds consuming the krill then fertilize the phytoplankton with iron, which is scarce in oceans. “The data is really striking,” says Gabrielle Nevitt, Ph.D., a professor of neurobiology, physiology and behavior at the university, who co-authored the paper. “This suggests that top marine predators are impor-tant in climate regulation, although they are mostly left out of climate models. More attention should be focused on how ecological systems impact climate. Studying DMS as a signal molecule makes the connection.”

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Garden GunkSewage Can Lurk in Bagged FertilizersBagged garden fertilizers help plants grow, but store-bought brands can be a scary mix of sewage sludge—treated human, industrial and hospital waste. No federal or state regulations require that sewage sludge, also known as biosolids, be listed on the label. Sludge can also be blended with more natural fertilizers without listing it as an ingredient. Today’s testing requirements for waste sludge cover only 10 elements and two indicator bacteria; all other contaminants, pharmaceuticals and toxic chemicals that go down the drain of every home and business go right into the fertilizer. Terms like “organic” and “natural” only apply to some food products, not compost or fertilizer. Arsenic and lead are both considered natural ingredients. Toxins and heavy metals don’t disap-pear when exposed to sun or rain; they enter the soil or travel by wind and water runoff into yards and communities and can be absorbed in vegetables, plants and livestock. When we consume foods grown in sludge, we consume whatever the plant takes up from the soil. Also, elements like heavy metals collect in the meat, milk and fat of animals that are fed crops grown in sewage sludge. To protect the family garden, call the fertilizer manufacturer before purchasing a product to verify ingredients. Ask the nursery or store for labeling that depicts which products are sludge-free and also insist on their use at area schools, parks and playgrounds.

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Many unique community gardens are sprinkled throughout the city. One of them is David Garden, tended by Mr. Earle, where everything from planting seeds by the moon to a watering system utilizing collected rain water, as well as homemade compost and tender care contributes to this vibrant garden that produces vegetables and plants. Bonner Garden is comprised of ten raised beds where water conservation, recycling, permaculture, companion planting and organic, year-round gardening are practiced. Owner Christine Bonner cans, freezes and dries her crops. A cancer-fighting garden was recently planted by Cancer Crackdown with the help of Jon Sexton of Front Yard Organic. Founder Tara Mann explains that the produce from this organic garden will be used for meals and juicing. First Wesleyan Community Garden is a year-round garden in the Welcome neighborhood. Coordinator Ngaire Bolds shares that the garden is open to the community and there is no charge for the vegetables produced. “Ninety percent of the produce goes to the people in the community,” Bolds says. “Residents can come to the garden to pick up vegetables, or we can bring the produce to them. Our main goal is community involvement.” The garden is self-sustaining and solicits sponsorship from businesses and individuals.

Mill Village Farm transforms vacant properties into bountiful gardens to grow locally sourced produce for communities that often have limited access to fresh and local foods. It provides employment opportunities and training for neighborhood youth in basic job skills, sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship. The five community gardens are Sullivan Street Garden, Mills Mill Farm, Serenity Farm, Farm at Rabon Creek, and the latest project, Rooftop Farm Initiative. Will Morin, community advisor, says, “I live downtown and I identified a perfect location for a rooftop farm at the corner of East Washington and Main Streets. We can create a ‘power garden,’ or aeroponic garden, that will yield quality produce in 24 days,” states Morin. Aeroponics require nutrient- and mineral-studded water and electricity to power the watering system. The roots depend on air to grow, so no soil is necessary.

Wann invites others to participate in community gardening. She suggests, “Donate a piece of property for a community garden, support one with a donation, or step into the dirt to help with planting, weeding or harvesting. Become involved and you can experience the wonder of a community garden by watching plants and people grow.”

For more information: Front Yard Organic, Facebook.com/FrontYardOrganic. Gardening for Good, 864-239-3757, or visit GgardeningForGood.com. Generous Garden Project, 864-881-8230, or visit GenerousGarden.org. Mill Village Farms, 864-214-6709, or visit MillVillageFarms.org. Visit Cancer Crackdown’s web site at CancerCrackdown.org. Visit CITY Initiative’s web site at CITYInitiative.co.

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Community gardening is alive and thriving in Greenville. Karen Wann, office administrator for The Generous Garden Project, explains, “Community

gardens create a cycle of sustainability and renewal both in the land and the individuals who volunteer. Each planting season, the land yields a new crop for the caretakers of the garden to harvest. The added unspoken benefit is the act of service while caring for a garden, which can renew the caretaker emotionally and spiritually.” With a mission to fight hunger by growing, harvesting and delivering fresh produce to local agencies, The Generous Garden’s Judson Community Garden is operated by volunteers who work the garden and glean from the garden. It is a partnership among The Generous Garden, the Community/Identity/Tomorrow/You (CITY) Initiative, and the Judson Mill community. The gardens include a large open area with a 40 straw-bale garden, a field garden, and a hugelkultur garden, which is a raised garden of soil on wood.

Gardening for Good, a network of community gardens, utilizes the energy of gardening to coordinate neighborhood redevelopment efforts, improve the health of residents and neighborhoods, and transform Greenville through gardening. It identifies more than 70 community gardens throughout the city that grow vegetables, herbs and flowers through the care of garden volunteers. The gardens cultivate community vitality, civic engagement and community access to affordable, healthy and culturally

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want, freedom for the environment and freedom from fear. These basic freedoms establish a framework within which other rights can flourish. The five fingers of our hand illus-trate the possibilities, starting with the thumb. It looks different and stands out. It is strong. It represents freedom of speech, an idea that stands up to dishonesty and corruption. With our index finger, we point and indicate direction. It represents freedom of religion. Each of us is free to choose our own way. Those that decide God is their guide are free to live their own relationship with God. The middle finger, the longest, represents freedom from want—the long road of existence and the certainty that there’ll be food, water, education and health care for every one of us as we go along.Next is the wedding ring finger for many of us, and a finger with a direct link to our nervous system for all of us. It represents freedom for the en-vironment and for life. We all have a direct link to the Earth and the ecosys-tem of which we are a part. When the life of the Earth is spoiled, our lives are spoiled. Finally, there is our little finger, the least imposing. It represents freedom from fear. It’s the “finale” of our hand, our reward. All the others lead to this one. As we recount the five freedoms represented by our fingers, remember that we didn’t ask for that hand; we were born with it. Everyone was born with the right to all five freedoms. They are the essence of a good life for all, and in this way they are intertwined; the success of each bolsters the others. As we learn our rights, we come to expect and demand them, with lasting results. They become our way of life.

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Dr. Robert A. Berkowitz, DDS, has been offering complete dental care in Anderson since 1995. Dr. Berkowitz came to Anderson after five and a half

years of serving as a U.S. Navy dentist for the U.S. Marines on Parris Island, SC. In 2007, he established Trinity Dental Center, offering cutting-edge dental practices and a holistic philosophy. “We are open to clients who are participators in their health care and we recognize the importance of working with holistic practitioners who identify conditions on the bioenergetic level whenever possible,” says Berkowitz.

Trinity Dental Center offers preventive as well as restorative care including crowns, veneers, bridges, implants, short term braces and more involved treatments. “First and foremost we use non-surgical combination therapies to treat periodontal disease. This includes gels in trays that are delivered to the collar of the gum tissue and dissolve the

biofilm on the teeth,” says Berkowitz. He explains that ozone therapy, a powerful substance delivered either through gas or oil to destroy bacteria, viruses and the toxins they produce, is also used to treat periodontal disease and is very effective in stimulating healing.

Patients with grinding issues or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems can find relief at Trinity Dental Center. Using specialized fabricated neuromuscular orthotics, Berkowitz notes that orthotics can address the imbalance between the muscles and the area where the teeth come together. A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit with an ultra-low frequency helps put the muscles in physiologic rest position and captures a more harmonious jaw alignment creating a beneficial effect. Nociceptive Trigeminal Inhibition (NTI) tension suppression system is also available. According to Berkowitz, it is applied on the front teeth and decreases clenching by as much as seventy-five percent, thereby relieving pain and helping with proper alignment. Laser dentistry is used for small decay and soft tissue manipulation and to support gum tissue reshaping.

Although one may not always associate a dentist with treating sleep apnea, Berkowitz offers an effective program for those with mild to moderate sleep apnea or upper airway resistance syndrome. “Sixty percent of people who snore have sleep apnea,” Berkowitz explains. “Dentists understand the whole jaw system and know the impact on the chewing system. My approach is to capture the muscles in a physiologic rest so that the muscles are in their happy place,

removing as much of the conflict as we can,” adds Berkowitz.

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From epidemic childhood obesity and rising rates of autism and food allergies to the growing risks of

pesticides and climate change, we have many reasons to be concerned about the American food system. Fortunately, many heroes among us—family farmers, community gardeners, visionaries and activists—are striving to create a safer and healthier environment now that will benefi t future generations. Recognizing and celebrating their stellar Earth stew-ardship in this 2014 International Year of Family Farmers, Natural Awakenings is spotlighting examples of the current crop of heroes

providing inspiration and hope. They are changing America’s landscape and the way we think about the ability of good food to feed the future well.

Doug Crabtree and Anna Jones-Crabtree, of Vilicus Farms, in Havre, Montana, are reviving crop biodiversity and pollinator habitat on their organic farm in northern Montana. “We strive to farm in a manner that works in concert with nature,” Doug explains. The couple’s actions live up to their farm’s Latin name, which means “steward”. They grow 15 nourishing crops on 1,200 acres, including fl ax, buckwheat, sunfl ower, saffl ower, spelt, oats, barley and lentils, without pesti-cides, herbicides or synthetic fertilizers. By imitating natural systems, planting diverse crops and avoiding damaging chemical inputs, they are attracting di-verse native pollinators, he notes. Their approach to farming helps protect area groundwater, streams, rivers and even oceans for future generations.

Dick and Diana Dyer, of Dyer Family Organic Farm, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, fi nally realized their lifelong dream to farm in 2009, each at the age

of 59. The couple grows more than 40 varieties of garlic on 15 acres; they also grow hops and care for honeybees. In addition, they provide hands-in-the-soil training to a new generation of dietetic interns across the country through their School to Farm program, in associa-tion with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Diana, a registered dietitian, teaches her students to take the, “We are what we eat” adage a step further. She believes, we are what we grow. “Like nearly everyone else, most dietetic students are disconnected from Mother Earth, the source of the food they eat. They don’t learn the vital con-nections between soil, food and health,” says Diana. During a stay on the Dyer farm, she explains, “The students begin to understand how their food and nutri-tion recommendations to others can help drive an entire agricultural system that promotes and protects our soil and water, natural resources and public health.” It all aligns with practicing their family farm motto: Shaping our future from the ground up.

Mary Jo and Luverne Forbord, of Prairie Horizons Farm, in Starbuck, Minnesota, raise Black Angus cattle, grazed on certifi ed organic, restored, native prairie pastures. Mary Jo, a registered dietitian, welcomes dietetic students to the 480-acre farm to learn where food comes from and how to grow it without the pesticides that con-tribute to farmers’ higher risk for certain cancers. “We must know the true cost of cheap food,” she insists. Most recently, they planted an organic orchard in memory of their son, Joraan, who died of cancer in

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2010 at the age of 23. Joraan’s orchard is home to thriving, health-sup-porting apple, apricot, cherry and plum trees, plus native aronia ber-ries. It also injects fresh life into the commu-nity. Each spring, the Forbords celebrate their son’s birthday by “wak-ing up” his orchard. His mother explains: “People of all ages gather—an assortment of our friends, Joraan’s friends and their growing families, neighbors, relatives, co-workers, students and others—to keep his legacy growing. The incredible community support keeps us going.”

Tarrant Lanier, of the Center for Family and Community Develop-ment (CFCD) and Victory Teaching Farm, in Mobile, Alabama, wants all children to grow up in safe communi-ties with access to plenty of wholesome food. After working for nearly two decades with some of South Alabama’s most vulnerable families, Lanier wanted to “provide more than a crutch.” In 2009, she established the nonprofi t CFCD organization, dedicated to healthy living. Within fi ve years, she had assembled a small, but hard-work-ing staff that began building community and school gardens and creating collab-orative partnerships. Recently, the group established the Victory Teaching Farm, the region’s fi rst urban teaching farm and community resource center. “The farm will serve as an onsite experience for children to

learn where their food comes from and the reasons fresh, organically grown food really matters to our health,” says La-nier. However, “This is just the tip of the ice-berg for us. Ul-timately, we’d

like to be a chemical-free community through advocating for reduction and elimination of pesticide and chemical use in schools, hospitals, households and local parks and ball fi elds.” Lanier aims to help improve on

Alabama’s low na-tional ranking in the health of its residents. “I love our little piece of the world, and I want future genera-tions to enjoy it with-out fearing that it’s making us sick,” she says. “We are intent on having a school garden in every school, and we want to see area hospitals establish organic food

gardens that support efforts to make people healthier without the use of heavy medications.” Lanier further explains: “We see our victory as reducing hunger and in-creasing health and wellness, environ-mental sustainability and repair, com-munity development and beautifi cation, economic development and access to locally grown food, by promoting and creating a local food system.”

Don Lareau and Daphne Yannakakis, of Zephyros Farm and Garden, in Paonia, Colorado, grow exquisite or-ganic fl owers and vegetables for farm-ers’ markets and community supported agriculture members in Telluride and the Roaring Fork Valley. Recently, the couple decided to take fewer trips away from their children and home-stead, and instead bring more people

to their 35-acre family farm to learn from the land and develop a refreshed sense of community. From earthy farm dinners and elegant weddings to creative explora-tion camps for children and adults and an educational internship program, these family farmers are raising a new crop of consumers that value the land, their food and the people producing it. The couple hopes to help people learn how to grow and prepare their own food, plus gain a greater appreciation for organic farming. “The people that come here fall into a farming lifestyle in tune with the sun and moon, the seasons and their inner clock—something valuable that has been lost in modern lifestyles,” notes Lareau, who especially loves sharing the magic of their farm with children. “Kids are shocked when they

comes from and the reasons fresh, organically grown food really matters to our health,” says La-nier. However, “This is just the tip of the ice-berg for us. Ul-Luverne and Mary Jo Forbord

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learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.”

Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens, of Lakeview Organic Grain, in Penn Yan, New York, grow a variety of grains, including wheat, spelt, barley, oats and triticale, plus peas, dark red kidney beans and edamame soybeans, along with raising livestock on about 1,400 acres. Their family farm phi-losophy entails looking at the world through a lens of abundance, rather than scarcity, and working in coopera-tion with their neighbors instead of in competition. The result has been a groundswell of thriving organic farm-ers and a renewed sense of community and economic strength throughout their region. The Martens switched to organic farming after Klaas experienced partial paralysis due to exposure to pesticides, compounded by concern for the health

of their three children. Because the Martens work in alliance with nature, they’ve learned to ask a unique set of questions. For example, when Klaas sees a weed, he doesn’t ask, “What can we spray to kill it?” but, “What was the environment that allowed the weed to grow?”

Anne Mosness, in Bellingham, Washington, began fi shing for wild salmon with her father during one sum-mer after college. The experience ignited a sense of adventure that led her back to Alaska for nearly three decades, as a crew member and then a captain in the Copper River and Bristol Bay fi sher-ies. During that time, Mosness became a passionate advocate for protecting coastal communities and ecosystems. “Like farm families on land, fi shing fami-lies face many risks and uncertainties,” but she believes, “political forces may be even more damaging to our livelihoods

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Info on theHeroes and MoreDyer Family Organic Farm: DyerFamilyOrganicFarm.com

Fish Farming: FoodAndWaterWatch.org/common-resources/fi sh/fi sh-farming

Lakeview Organic Grain and Greenmarket’s Regional Grains Project: LakeviewOrganicGrain.com and GrowNYC.org/grains-main

Prairie Horizons Farm: LocalFoods.umn.edu/prairiehorizons

Victory Teaching Farm: cfcdofalabama.org

Vilicus Farm: RootedMontana.com/crabtrees.html(includes other vegetable and livestock farms in the state)

Zephyros Farm and Garden: ZephyrosFarmAndGarden.com

Support Hero FarmersFarmer Veteran Coalition: FarmVetCo.org

National Young Farmers Coalition: YoungFarmers.org

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James Gormley, a leader of the natural health movement in the U.S. and an award-winning health journalist, is a

passionate advocate for natural health. For more than 20 years, he’s been at the forefront in the fight against government restriction of dietary supplements and for transparency in the food industry, and has twice participated in America’s trade delegation to the United Nations Codex Alimentarius Commission, advocating for health freedom. Gormley’s editorial positions have included editor-in-chief of Bet-ter Nutrition and editorial director for the Vitamin Retailer Magazine Group. He now serves as both vice president and senior policy advisor for Citizens for Health and as a scientific advisory board member with the Natural Health Research Institute. His latest book, Health at Gun-point: The FDA’s Silent War Against Health Freedom, poses a strong stance against government interference in our rights to information about and access to healthy food and supplements.

Why do you believe that the U.S. Department of Agricul-ture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are tainted by special inter-ests, particularly big compa-nies in the pharmaceutical and food industries?The FDA was created to address issues of food and drug contamination and adulteration. Dr. Harvey Wiley, the courageous first leader of its predeces-sor, the Bureau of Chemistry, expressed

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his disgust with the unintended conse-quences in his 1929 book, The History of a Crime Against the Food Law: The Amazing Story of the National Food and Drugs Law Intended to Protect the Health of the People, Perverted to Pro-tect Adulteration of Foods and Drugs. The FDA has been beholden to drug companies for decades. Making the situation worse, a 2012 law loosened conflict of interest restrictions for FDA advisory panels. That has further weak-ened the agency’s review system and likely allowed more drugs with safety problems to gain marketing approval, according to an analysis published in the journal Science in 2013. In addition, 40 percent of the FDA’s last budget increase came from user fees on prescription drugs paid by the pharmaceutical giants. The USDA has the potential to do much good, but is bogged down with politics and mandates to push question-able biotechnology.

With regard to the controversy over genetically modified organ-isms (GMO), are certain compa-nies being given undue influence in national policy making?Yes. A perfect example was the abil-ity of Monsanto to block initiatives requiring labeling of food products that contain GMOs in California and Wash-ington state. Monsanto and the food industry continue to leverage their con-siderable influence in the U.S. Congress to block such legislation on a national level, despite the massive outcry from consumers demanding to know the identity and origin of the food we eat.

Did the FDA declare war on the natural products industry in the 1990s?The FDA conducted numerous and ille-gal raids on health food stores, supple-ment makers and practitioners. In an in-famous barbaric raid on the clinic of in-tegrative physician Dr. Jonathan Wright, in Tahoma, Washington, in 1992, agents and deputized officers converged with guns drawn, terrorizing patients and staff because Wright was giving his patients legal L-tryptophan supplements to help with sleep and mood. It was dubbed the “vitamin B-bust”. A federal grand jury declined to indict Wright on the charges stemming from the raid.

Current European Union and international codex policies maintain that most necessary nutrients can and should be ob-tained from foods, so they have dramatically limited the avail-ability of many supplements. Do you expect such a policy to become part of U.S. law?These European policies fly in the face of reality and every major food study conducted since World War II. The super-refined, overly processed Western diet does not and cannot fully supply optimal levels of daily nutrients. The U.S. has made minor efforts to tread this danger-ous path and been met with tremendous consumer outrage. Potential related laws and policies would have to make it past an avalanche of public comments.

What is the current status of the fight for health freedom, and what is your prognosis for the future?Substantial threats to our health free-dom still exist, but I am optimistic. Three highly credible nonprofit or-ganizations are leading the way: the Alliance for Natural Health, Citizens for Health and the National Health Federa-tion. If consumers remain vigilant and stay informed on the issues identified by these advocates, we will be able to tackle and defeat threats to Americans’ health freedoms as they emerge.

Kathleen Barnes has authored many natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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DaVInCI’S RIStORante ItalIanO307 E. Greenville St.864-222-8944DavincisUSA.com

Our vast menu includes ap-petizers, entree salads, chick-en, seafood, burgers, sand-wiches, pizzas, and steaks. The Chef’s Specialties show-case a true Italian taste. Best salad bar in town using local,

farm-fresh ingredients. See ad, page 29.

MInt2 tHaI anD SuSHI100 Station Drive864-231-8221

Anderson’s newest Thai and Sushi restaurant conveniently located in Anderson Station Shopping Plaza. We offer healthy Thai cuisine as well as multiple sushi styles. Sushi is made before your eyes at

our sushi bar. Appetizer portions featuring spicy tuna, Naruto, yellowtail tuna, and shrimp tempura.

SuMMa JOe’SJoe & Summer Fredette127 N. Main St.864-965-9030

We are proud to use local produce from Polecat Veg-etable Farm, Bethel Trails Farm, Split Creek Farm, and other local farms when avail-able. See ad, page 29.

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GReen lettuCe19 Augusta St.864-250-9650Facebook: GreenLettuceUSA

We specialize in healthy salads, soups and sandwiches with a Middle-Eastern touch. Many of our items are organic and we use local ingredients. Open Mon-Sun: 11am-5pm for lunch. Tu-Sat: 5:30pm-close for dinner. Break-

fast coming soon! Located downtown, west side.

lIFeIt CaFe’730 S. Pleasantburg Dr, Ste. L(near Greenville Tech) 864-271-4334LifeItCafe.com

“Change your diet into a Lifeit.” Organic, vegan, raw, living foods, smoothies, soups, sandwiches, des-serts, gluten-free options, weekly meal plans, catering, classes, free Wi-Fi. Making healthy food taste good!

tORtIlla MaRIa115 Pelham Rd.864-271-0742TortillaMaria.com

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

wholesome and beautifully prepared entrees. Plenty of yummy, gluten-free and raw food options. See ad, page 29.

tRIO - a BRICK OVen CaFe22 N. Main St.864-467-1000TrioCafe.com

Indulge in delicious, gluten-free choices for lunch, dinner and dessert. You can even quench your thirst with glu-ten-free beer. We offer a full-catering menu at affordable prices which will amaze you.

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GaRneR’S natuRal FOODS1855 E Main St.Specialty Row at Hillcrest864-585-1021

Garner’s is a local family-owned health food store and deli with organic, gluten-free options, and indoor/outdoor seating. Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am to 4pm, and Sat: 9am-3pm.

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GOOD tO GO5000 Old Spartanburg Rd.Eastgate Village864-244-2733Facebook.com/GoodToGoJuiceBar

Featuring whole food smoothies, juices, wellness shots, acai bowls,

salads, juice cleanses, and nutritional supplements. All natural, all the time. Your body will thank you. See ad, page 29.

tORtIlla MaRIa: MaKInG HealtHy FOOD taSte GOODTortilla Maria features delicious salads, tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, soups, smoothies and juices, all made fresh and to order. They also have a variety of starters,

as well as sides and extras that you can add to your meal. Their menu is based on seasonal, or-ganic, or locally-grown produce, naturally raised meats, hormone free-dairy, and organic grains.

They use only choice cuts of beef and free-roaming poultry and seasonings are all MSG-free. Locally owned, Tortilla Maria is proud to use healthy and organic ingredi-ents according to freshness and availability. There are vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. The restaurant has plenty of comfortable seating in a nice atmosphere. They also have a to-go menu. The hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. Tortilla Maria is located at 115 Pelham Rd., Pelham Court Shopping Center. For more information, call 864-271-0742 or visit Tortilla Maria.com.

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Smoothies offer big nutrition in a small package. Based on a vegan source of lean protein like coco-

nut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp, they can energize us for a full day of summer activities. Other ingredients follow the peak

Summertime, and the Sippin’ is Easy

Quick and Cool Vegan Smoothies

by Judith Fertig

of summer crops. Berries, greens, melon, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, celery, carrots and stone fruits like peaches and mangoes add antioxi-dants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds, hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor, while providing omega-3 fatty

acids necessary for complete nutrition. For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia. The best way to mix a smoothie is to start with either a liquid or an ingredi-ent with a thicker consistency, like yo-gurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender. Next, add the de-sired fruits or vegetables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before in-creasing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier. Freezing the fruits in recipe-size portions also simpli-fies the process. Smooth-fleshed fruits like mangoes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries. Tender, baby greens such as spinach, kale or chard virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless the blender is extremely powerful. Blending enough ingredients for two smoothies can yield a leftover serving to store in a reusable glass jar in the refrig-erator. To reactivate the full taste later, just turn over the jar and give it a good shake to re-blend the ingredients. Spirulina (made from a micro-saltwater plant) and wheatgrass juice and powder are some popular smoothie additions. Milled flax seeds add healthy fat, but their water-soluble fiber also adds a little bulk; although the texture differ-ence isn’t noticeable if the smoothie is enjoyed right away, it will be apparent if it sits for 20 minutes or more. With the whir of a blender—and no cooking—summer’s tastiest bounty transforms into at-home or on-the-go beverages to revive, replenish and renew us so we’re ready for our next adventure.

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


Sunny-Day SippersBlack Cherry Raspberry

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¼ cup cranberry juice1 cup pitted sweet

black cherries½ cup raspberries1/3 cup plain soy or coconut yogurt4 ice cubes

Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Mango lassiYields 2 servings

¾ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk¼ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk yogurt¾ tsp vanilla extract1½ cups chopped fresh mango, frozen ½ tsp ground cardamomAgave nectar to tasteGround pistachios for garnish

Combine the milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, mango and cardamom and blend using low to high speeds until smooth. Add aga-ve nectar to taste and blend again. Sprinkle ground pistachios over each serving.

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tomato SmoothieYields 2 servings

2 cups tomatoes, chopped½ cup tomato juice¼ cup apple juice½ cup carrots¼ cup celery, choppedTabasco or other hot sauce to taste2 cups ice

Combine all ingredi-ents and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Cool as a Cucumber SmoothieYields 2 servings

1 cup apple juice1 cup sliced sweet apple¼ cup applesauce½ cup sliced carrots½ cup cucumber, peeled and sliced 2 cups iceDash of nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)


peachy WatermelonYields 2 servings

2-3 cups watermelon, seeded 1 cup low-fat vegan vanilla yogurt1 cup frozen organic strawberries1 cup frozen organic sliced peaches


Seasonal SuppersSummer Salad SmoothieYields 2 servings

½ cup apple juice2 cups stemmed and chopped baby spinach, Swiss chard or kale1 apple, unpeeled, cored and chopped½ avocado, peeled and chopped½ cup cilantro leaves1 Tbsp fresh lime juice1 Tbsp matcha (fine green tea powder)1 Tbsp milled flax seeds¼ cup vegan protein powderCombine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

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WHOle FOODS MaRKetLocal Farmers Market1140 Woodruff Rd. (Whole FoodsMarket parking lot)864-335-2300 • GreenvilleWholeFoodsMarket.com/stores/greenville(Tues. 3-7pm, May 6-Jul. 1 & Aug. 5-Oct. 28)

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What if farmers couldn’t confirm that what they grow and produce was devoid of toxins, cancer-causing chemicals, radioactive materials and other pollutants?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other federal and state agencies set standards and enforce regulations to ensure what we eat is safe and that production is secure. But hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, and its accompanying infrastructure threaten this. Questions must be raised and answered before the safety of our food supply is permanently impacted.

Fracking Versus FoodAmerica’s Family Farm Heri-

tage and Health at Stakeby Harriet Shugarman

Conditions that Demand Changes n No federal funding exists for researching the impacts of chemical contamination from oil and gas drilling and infra-structure on food and food production.

n No public tests are required for what contaminants to look for because many of the 500-plus chemicals used in the fracking process are categorized as proprietary.

n Minimal-to-no baseline analysis is being done on air, wa-ter and soil conditions before oil and gas companies come into a new area.

n No commonly agreed distances are lawfully required be-tween farms, farmlands, rivers, streams and water supplies in relation to oil and gas wells and their infrastructure.

Compounding CrisesHarsh economic conditions, plus concerns over long-term climate changes, including extreme weather events, have pitted neighbors against one another as farmers consider leasing their lands to oil and gas companies. More, often the riches promised do not make their way to the farmers that need them the most as American policies continue to favor megalithic agribusinesses and push farming families into unsustainable choices. Standard drilling leases rarely provide broad protections for farmers and can even eliminate their input on where roads are created and fracking machinery is installed on their prop-erty, all of which can hamper normal farming. In Pennsylvania, where fracking is commonplace, thousands of diesel trucks drive by working farms daily, compounding problems already


associated with 24/7 vibrations, noises, emissions and light pollution, stressing both humans and farm animals. In New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Ohio, farmers that have or are near such leased land are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain mortgages, re-mortgage prop-erty and acquire or renew insurance policies. Caught up in a vicious cycle, some farmers feel forced to abandon their farms, thus opening up more land to oil and gas companies. “Fracking is turning many rural environments into in-dustrial zones,” observes Jennifer Clark, owner of Eminence Road Farm Winery, in New York’s Delaware County. She notes that we often hear a lot about the jobs fracking might create, but we hear little about the agricultural jobs being lost or the destruction of a way of life that has been integral to America’s landscape for generations.

Information is PowerCenter for Environmental Health, CEH.org

Chefs for the Marcellus, ChefsForMarcellus.org

The Endocrine Disruptor Exchange, Tinyurl.com/EndocrineDisruptingChemicals

Food Not Fracking, FoodNotFracking.org

GRACE Communications Foundation, GraceLinks.org/1305/natural-gas-fracking

Love NY: Don’t Frack It Up, LoveNYDontFrackItUp.org

Minisink Matters, MinisinkMatters.org

to manage water. Ironically, existing California regulations don’t restrict water use by industrial processes, including fracking, which uses and permanently removes tremendous amounts of water from the water cycle. To date, fracking in California operates with little state regulation. It’s past due for a “time out” on oil and gas production and infrastructure development. Every citizen needs to think carefully and thoughtfully about what’s at stake as outside interests rush to use extreme forms of energy extraction to squeeze the last drops of fossil fuels from our Mother Earth.

Activist Harriet Shugarman, a veteran economist and policy analyst and former representative for the International Mon-etary Fund at the United Nations, currently chairs regional environmental committees and works with national, state and local organizations seeking pro-environmental legislation.

What To Do4 Support local, county and state bans on fracking operations and waste disposal.4 Learn about local farmers’ situations and make them aware of factors to consider.4 Support local farmers and food producers.

“We can’t in good conscience say our food is organic, as we no longer are sure what

chemicals are leaching into our soil through our water and contaminated air.”

~ Pennsylvania family put out of business due to nearby fracking after 20 years of organic farming

Asha Canalos, an organic blueberry and heirloom vegetable farmer in Orange County, New York, is among the leaders in the David versus Goliath battle pitting farmers and community members against the Millennium Pipeline Com-pany and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. On May 1, oral arguments were heard in the U.S. Court of Ap-peals. According to Canalos, “Our case could set a national precedent, with all the attending legal precedent, that will either empower other farmers and communities like ours and Minisink or will do the opposite.” In January 2013, more then 150 New York chefs and food professionals sent a letter to Governor Mario Cuomo calling for a ban on fracking in their state. As of December 2013, more then 250 chefs have signed on to the Chefs for the Marcellus campaign, which created the petition. In April 2014, Connecti-cut chefs entered the fray by launching their own petition to ban the acceptance of fracking waste in Connecticut.

In California this past February, farmers and chefs banded together to present Governor Jerry Brown with a petition call-ing for a moratorium on fracking, stating that fracking wastes huge amounts of water. The previous month, California had declared a statewide drought emergency, and by April Brown had issued an executive order to strengthen the state’s ability


“Essential oils are not magic or folklore. There is solid science be-hind them,” says Elizabeth Jones,

founder of the College of Botanical Heal-ing Arts, in Santa Cruz, California. Here’s what happens after inhal-ing lavender, the most popular of all essential oils: The cilia—microscopic cellular fibers in the nose—transport the aroma to the olfactory bulb at the bottom of the brain, from where it proceeds to the limbic brain and directly affects the nerves, delivering a soothing effect. “Or put it on your skin and other properties of essential oils are absorbed straight into the bloodstream,” advises Jones, author of Awaken to Healing Fragrance. Thai studies show that a whiff of lavender oil is calming and lowers blood pressure and heart rate, yet there are many more benefits attributed to the art and science of aromatherapy and essential oils. For those struggling with summer maladies, here are several simple solutions essential oils can provide.

Minor Scrapes, Cuts and Blisters

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Tea tree oil (melaleuca) is tops, because it contains terpenes that kill staphylo-coccus and other nasty bacteria and works to prevent infection, according to a meta-analysis from the University of Western Australia. The researchers further suggest that tea tree oil may be used in some cases instead of antibiot-ics. Oregano and eucalyptus oils are likewise acknowledged for their natural abilities to eliminate infection-causing bacteria, fungi and viruses. “Blend all three for a synergistic ef-fect,” says aromatherapy expert Robert Tisserand (RobertTisserand.com), of Ojai, California. “They sort of leapfrog over each other to penetrate the skin and cell walls.”

Sunburn, Bug Bites and Poison Ivy A small amount of undiluted lavender oil will cool sunburn fast, advises Tisserand. Add a few drops to a dollop of cooling aloe vera gel for extra relief and moisture, suggests Jones. Undiluted lavender is also a great remedy for insect bites, says Tis-serand. “You can stop the pain of a bee sting in 20 seconds with a few drops.” Chamomile, either the German or Roman variety, helps with rashes, ac-

cording to Jones, especially when mixed with her

summertime favorite, aloe vera gel. She recommends mugwort oil for poison oak or poison ivy, a benefit affirmed by animal research from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine’s Herbal Medicine Formulation Research Group.

Allergy ReliefDuring hay fever season, several aro-matherapy oils from a diffuser can offer relief, counsels Tisserand. He recom-mends eucalyptus, geranium and laven-der oils, all of which contain antihista-mines. Use them separately or blended. When using a diffuser, it’s not necessary to put the oils into a diluting carrier oil or gel. He notes that a steam tent containing 10 drops of each of the three oils mixed with two cups of boiling water is highly effective.

Sprains, Strains and Joint Pain Lessen inflammation and the pain from tendon and muscle sprains and strains with rosemary or peppermint, adding a dash of ginger for additional benefit, says Tisserand. He recommends rubbing the oils (diluted in a carrier) directly on the sore spot. Rosemary is particularly effective for bringing blood flow to an injury site, and the menthol in peppermint is a great pain reliever, adds Jones. A Chinese study published in the European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics confirms the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory abilities of peppermint oil. Research-ers from Taiwan confirm that ginger is anti-inflammatory and can even reduce intense nerve pain. Jones believes that essential oils have a place in everyone’s medicine

Essential Oils for Summer

Healing Fragrances for Bites, Allergies and Sunburn

by Kathleen Barnes

A breath of sweet lavender oil can quickly reduce stress. A whiff of

lemon oil can energize us.

Best CarriersAlmost all essential oils are so strong that they must be diluted before use to prevent skin irritation. Use cold-pressed oils and mix 10 to 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier substance. Some of the best carriers are almond oil, aloe vera gel, apricot oil, cocoa butter, glycerin, jojoba oil and olive oil.


Never-Fail Insect Repellant

2 Tbsp eucalyptus oil

1 tsp cedar wood oil

1 tsp citronella oil

1 tsp pennyroyal oil

1 tsp lemongrass oil

Mix in warm water in a one-quart spray bottle. Shake and use liberally.

Source: Kathleen Barnes

chest. “Sometimes I feel like David up against Goliath,” she remarks. “I encour-age everyone to use natural healing products from plants instead of pharma-ceutical drugs, the side effects of which actually diminish the body’s natural abil-ity to heal.”

Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous books on natural health, including Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Eas-ily Grow. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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Empty Tea Cups – 10:30am- noon. Most people want to be happier and healthier but feel it is out of their reach. Simple practices that are easy and straightforward will prove that it is indeed within your reach. Love Offering Appreciated - No reg-istration required. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd, Pendleton, SC. 646-6114.

Community HU Sing – 11-11:30am. HU is a chant that opens ones heart to the ever present reality of God. Free. Eckankar, American Red Cross, 940 Grove Rd, Greenville. 627-0470. [email protected].

MONDAY, JULY 7

Anchored Awakening Course. Three Prongs – 6:30-7:30pm. Life is the Path. Learn how to stay anchored with principle, purpose, and passion as you awaken to your true nature. Four part course, every Monday in July. $21. Center for Integrative Wellness, 1 Chick Springs Rd, Ste. 111, Greenville. Contact Eva at 430-3971.

THURSDAY, JULY 10

doTERRA Essential Oils Class – 7pm. Join us for a free class and learn how to use doTERRA essential oils for aromatherapy and health. Free. Garners Natural Life, 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Ste. 20, Greenville (Next to Fresh Market). 242-4856.

Meditation Basics – 7-8:30pm. Join us for simple meditation techniques. Connect deeply to your in-ner truth and clear blocks to meditative state. $15. Center for Integrative Wellness, 1 Chick Springs Rd, Ste. 111, Greenville. 346-3252.

SATURDAY, JULY 12

Essential Oils Class – noon. Learn to use do- TERRA Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils to replace over the counter medications, im-prove mood, and replace harsh chemical cleaners in your home. Includes demonstrations as well as op-portunities to use the oils. Limited space available. Free. Creative Health, 14 S. Main St., Greenville. To register, call Joni Durham, 233-4811.

SATURDAY, JULY 12 Real Tool Time: Trophy Stand – 11am and 1:30pm. In this program, children will learn about basic woodworking skills and concepts through the use of various materials such as glue, nails, screws, sandpaper, finishes, paint and hardware in the construction of wood projects. Children must be at least 7 years old to participate. Pre-registration at the door; space is limited to 6 participants. $9/child; $10/adult; free/members or children under 2. The Chil-dren’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St., Downtown Greenville. 233-7755. tcmupstate. org/real-tool-time-trophy-stand/. Email [email protected].

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SUNDAY, JULY 13 Moving Mountains – 10:30am- noon. What’s involved to remove challenges and obstacles in your life? You will learn three practices that are grounded in timeless wisdom, modern psychology, and neuropsychology. Love offering appreciated. No registration required. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Road, Pendleton, SC. 646-6114.

MONDAY, JULY 14 Anchored Awakening Course. 1st Prong - Guiding Principle – 6:30-7:30pm. Life is the Path. Learn how to stay anchored with principle, purpose, and passion as you awaken to your true nature. Four part course, every Monday in July. $21. Center for Integrative Wellness, 1 Chick Springs Rd, Ste. 111, Greenville. Call Eva at 430-3971.


SUNDAY, JULY 20 Being Your Own BFF – 10:30am- noon. You were created to bloom and have a beautiful life. Learn how to be your own best friend forever. Love offering appreciated - No registration required. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Road, Pendleton, SC. 646-6114.

Community HU Sing – 11am-11:30am. HU is a chant that opens one’s heart to the ever present reality of God. Free. Eckankar, American Red Cross, 940 Grove Rd, Greenville. 627-0470. [email protected].

SUNDAY, JULY 20

Play in Clay: Coil & Slab – 1pm and 3pm. Play in clay! Explore the properties of clay as you squish, roll, pinch and design your clay frame to take home. Participants will practice several coil and slab building techniques. This project is recommended for ages 6 and older. Pre-registration at the door, limited to 10 par-ticipants. $9/child; $10/adult; free/members or children under 2. The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St, Downtown Greenville. 233-7755. tcmupstate.org/play-in-clay-coil-slab/. Email [email protected].

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SATURDAY, JULY 19 Fantastic Fibers: Loom – 1pm and 3pm. Gear up for the Great Outdoors! Our fiber program this month is creating a loom using natural materials. You can start weaving here, then take it outside on a nature walk and find even more materials to weave into your natural loom. This program is recommended for ages 6 and older. Pre-register at the door. Space is limited to 10 participants. $9/child; $10/adult; free/members or children under 2. The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St, Downtown Green-ville. 233-7755. tcmupstate. org/fantastic-fibers-loom/. Email [email protected].

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THURSDAY, JULY 31 Yogic Wisdom for You and Your Pet – Class is Thursday, 7/31, 6:30-8:30pm. Consultations are Friday-Sunday, 8/1-8/3. Animal Rehab & Conditioning Center in Simpsonville is host-ing Gloria Hester for the weekend. Hester uses a special blend of somatic therapies and yoga to release chronic tension that contributes to aging and pain in your pet. These techniques will speed healing, increase relaxation, and help replace fear with confidence. Healthy, aging, rescue, competition and reactive pets can all be helped by this healing class on July 31. Class is $100. One-on-one two-hour consultations with Hester are August 1-3; advanced sign-up required. $250 for consultation. Animal Rehab & Conditioning Center. For more information, call 962-0101. Details at GloriaHesterYoga.com.

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MONDAY, JULY 21 Anchored Awakening Course. 2nd Prong - Core Purpose – 6:30-7:30pm. Life is the Path. Learn how to stay anchored with principle, purpose, and passion as you awaken to your true nature. Four part course, every Monday in July. $21. Center for Integrative Wellness, 1 Chick Springs Rd, Ste. 111, Greenville. Call Eva at 430-3971.

THURSDAY, JULY 17 doTERRA Essential Oils Class – 10am. Join us for a free class and learn how to use doTERRA essential oils for aromatherapy and health. Free. Garner’s Natural Life, 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Ste. 20, Greenville (Next to Fresh Market). 242-4856. SATURDAY, JULY 19 Camp Cooking with Earth Fare – 1:30pm and 2:30pm. Recipe details to come. Pre-register at the door. Space is limited to 10 participants. $9/child; $10/adult; free/members or children under 2. The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St., Downtown Greenville. 233-7755. tcmupstate.org/camp-cooking-with-earth-fare/. Email [email protected].

SATURDAY, JULY 26

Rad Lab: Ice Cream! – Saturday, 7/26 - Sunday, 7/27. 1pm and 3pm. I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! Who doesn’t love home-made ice cream? Join us as we learn to make our own ice cream. We will learn the science behind making this traditional summer staple. $9/child; $10/adult; free/members or children under 2. The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St, Downtown Greenville. 233-7755. tcmupstate.org/rad-lab-i-scream-you-scream-we-all-scream-for-ice-cream/. Email [email protected].

SUNDAY, JULY 27

An Introduction to Flower Essences – 10am- noon. The gentle flowers are wise teachers who can assist us in many ways. Learn how you can reach out to the world of flower essences for support and stress relief. $25. Isis Dudek, 18 Molasses Branch Rd., Weaverville, NC 28787. 843-576-9202.

Magik Glasses – 10:30am- noon. What is your view of life? Learn to take in the good, relax anxiety about imperfection and not take it personally. Love offering appreciated - No registration required. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd, Pendleton, SC. 646-6114.

MONDAY, JULY 28

Anchored Awakening Course. 3rd Prong - Life Passion – 6:30-7:30pm. Life is the Path. Learn how to stay anchored with principle, purpose, and passion as you awaken to your true nature. Four part course, every Monday in July. $21. Center for Integrative Wellness, 1 Chick Springs Rd, Ste. 111, Greenville. Call Eva at 430-3971.

plan aheadSUNDAY, AUGUST 24 Manifestation: To Be or Not to Be – 10:30am-3pm. Learn the keys to demonstrate your power and pur-pose. A transformational coach and most sought after speaker shares with us the secrets of manifestation in this powerful workshop. Love offering appreciated - No registration required. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd, Pendleton, SC. 646-6114.


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. Southern Om. 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 func-tional disability is “spinal disorder.” This class will teach you how to avoid and prevent spinal disorder so you can enjoy your extended life! Attend this 30-minute class and get your first exam for $25, a $150 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 ar-thritis, neck pain, cancer care, injuries and over-worked muscles. $15/class; packages available. 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 la-bor 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.

Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. Improve balance, circula-tion, body-mind connection & reduce stress. Gentle, yet powerful exercises. Helps move energy through-out the body. Work at own pace & ability. Two classes/week for best results. $40/month - 4 classes. Other plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

Foundations of Optimal Health & Healing – Ev-ery 1st Monday. 6-7:30pm. Learn the crucial basic foundations for health and healing. You will be exposed to the many misconceptions about health and how to avoid them. Free. Auger Family Chi-ropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828.

The Path to Optimal Health – Every 3rd Monday. 6-7:30pm. We will discuss nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, mental attitude, posture, sleep and the central nervous system that all make up the path to living a happier, healthier, more vibrant life. Free. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828.

MeaningSight™: Establishing Vision, Goals, Meaning and Spirit – 6:15-8:30pm. Second Monday 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 spirituality into your life. $150. InSight Transforma-tion 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.

Chi Toning for All – 7:30-8:30pm. Tone core, in-crease arm/leg strength, lose waist inches. Integra-tion of light-weights, yoga, Pilates & more. Work at own pace & ability. Safe & gentle exercises. Three classes/week for best results. $40/month - 4 classes. Other plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

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tuesdayAll 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 Tuesday’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 breathing 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. Affordable Acupuncture, 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 in-crease 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.

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


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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.

Qigong – 7:30-8:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 5:30pm listing.

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.

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.

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

Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Mon-day 5:30pm 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.

Chi Toning for All – 7:30-8:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 7:30pm listing.

thursdayAll Levels Yoganize® – 6am. Yoga East. See Mon-day 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 Indoor Rowing. See Tuesday 11am listing.

Community Acupuncture – noon-9pm. Affordable Acupuncture. 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.


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 ex-ibility 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.

Qigong – 12:30-1:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 5:30pm listing.

Chi Toning for All – 7:30-8:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 7:30pm listing.

saturdayCommunity Acupuncture – 8:30am-noon. Afford-able Acupuncture. 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.

Chi Toning for All – 9:30-10:30am. Qi Works Stu-dio. See Monday 7:30pm listing.

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GREENVILLEwww.GreenvilleIndoorRowing.com

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404 N. Pleasantburg Dr.864-420-9839

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

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

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Our goal is for patients to reach 100 years of age and be disease free with no limitations. ADD YEARS TO YOUR LIFE AND LIFE TO YOUR YEARS! See ad, page 10.

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 (SORSI.com) to balance the body’s nervous system, exer-cise 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 44.

My COOl CHIROpRaCtOR996 Batesville Rd., #7864-558-0516 • GreerMyCoolChiropractor.com

Chiropractic care for pediatrics, adolescents, and adults. Now of-fering Doctor Supervised Weight Loss and Nutritional Testing too. Call now for a consultation! See ad, page 15.

COACHING

InSIGHt tRanSFORMatIOn lIFe COaCH tRaInInGDianne Greyerbiehl and Certified Coaches25 Woods Lake Rd, Ste. 207864-282-8989 • GreenvilleLifeCoachingInstitute.net

Coaching creates easy, pos i t ive , power fu 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 12.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

BRIDGe tO WellneSS, llC 607 NE Main St.864-963-4466 • SimpsonvilleYourBridge2Wellness.com

Angela Toplovich, certified colon hydrotherapist offers detox ser-vices that include ionic footbath, thermotherapy (Bio Mat), and ear-candling. Lighten your toxic load! See ad, page 8.

InteRnal FItneSS117 Fairview Pointe Dr.864-757-1269 • SimpsonvilleInternal-Fitness.net

Phyllis is certified 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 18.

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, including thyroid medi-

cation, bio-identical hormone replacement, pediat-rics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 11.

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We compound medicines to meet patients’ unique needs for:• Pediatric • Veterinarian • Dermatology • Pain Creams • BHRT

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Offering compounding solutions for pediatric, veterinarian, dermatol-ogy, topical pain creams, hormone replacement, hospice, sports medi-cine, and more. Covered

by insurance. Free and curbside delivery. Pure, natural beauty and nutritional products. See ad, page 22.

MaulDIn FaMIly pHaRMaCy& COMpOunDInG CenteR505 N. Main St.864-288-2600 • Mauldin

Your “One Stop Shop” for all your pharmacy needs (regular and compounded). We specialize in custom-izing your dermatologic, hormone replacement, pe-diatric, pain, veterinarian

medications and more. Established family owned business since 1984. Accepting most insurance plans. We look forward to serving you!

SKRIp SHOppeJim Greene, R. Ph.

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

We compound (create) individual-ized medicines for your unique needs, perfectly suited to your body. We also offer natural medi-cines, vitamins and herbs. Locally owned and operated since 1982. Visit our website for a 10% off coupon. See ad, page 35.

COUNSELING SERVICES

BeyOnD talK tHeRapy™828-595-9658 • phone • Skype BeyondTalkTherapy.comFlat Rock, NC

In 2-4 sessions Dr. Damaris Drewry, Ph.D. helps clients resolve difficult/long-standing physical and emo-tional issues with innovative, solu-tion-focused alternatives to psycho-t h e r a p y. F r e e 1 5 - m i n u t e consultation.

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 41.

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 com-fort and care are our priority. See ad, page 11.


palMeR DIStInCtIVe DentIStRyDr. Daniel Knause134 Milestone Way864-879-6494 • GreenvillePalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and ad-here to the highest standards of bio-compatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medi-cine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One visit-crowns, laser-assisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 7

palMeR DIStInCtIVe DentIStRyDr. Joe Palmer134 Milestone Way864-879-6494 • GreenvillePalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One visit-crowns, laser-assisted peri-odontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 7.

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 therapies and a home sleep study to overcome sleep apnea. See ad, page 13.

EYE NUTRITION


A holistic vision program that success-fully treats eye conditions including macular degeneration, cataracts, glau-coma and more. This program is con-sidered 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 Certified864-631-9335FineRedesigns.com

Have a whole new look for your home or business using what you already own. Have a home or business that re-flects who you really are. Transform and love your space with Interior Re-design and Feng Shui. Experience a design transformation that you can see and feel. See ad, page 39.



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. Aro-matherapy consultations and personalized 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 15.

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 specifi c ways. Free consul-tations.

eaRtH FaRetHe 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 happen-ings.

MaRKet FOR lIFeMargaret Griffi n2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, Ste. 15864-268-9255 • Taylors

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

WHOle FOODS MaRKet1140 Woodruff Rd.864-335-2300 • GreenvilleWholeFoodsMarket.com/Stores/Greenville

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

events. We want to be your neighborhood super-market.

LAWN MAINTENANCE

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Families and their pets deserve a safe and beautiful place to play, free 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 prac-tices helps set us apart from the rest of the industry. See ad, page 37.

MASSAGE/BODYWORK

GReenVIlle natuRal HealtH CenteR1901 Laurens Rd. 864-370-1140 • 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 17.

JOnI DuRHaM, lMt, lIC. #2926Creative Health & Herbal Nutrition14 S. Main St. 864-233-4811 • Greenville

Offering a variety of modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone Massage and Aro-matherapy to best approach your particular massage need. Reduce pain, improve circulation, reduce stress and increase the benefi ts of relaxation. Aids in detoxifi cation. Relax and replenish your body,

mind and spirit! See ad, page 19.

ReStORatIVe & ReHaBIlItatIVe MaSSaGe106 Memorial Dr.864-634-3019 • GreerJune Lordi, SC Lic.# 4599

Pain and stress reduction and injury rehabilitation. Improve circulation, fl exibility, athletic performance and posture. 30+ years’ experience. Member of AMTA & NCTMB. Located within Acupuncture of Greer. See ad, page 13.


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MEDIATION

nORtH MaIn COunSelInG617 N. Main St.864-232-2212 • GreenvilleNorthMainCounseling.com

Mediation allows for a custom-designed divorce settlement that reduces stress, lowers costs, and

manages conflict constructively. Joy Bennett, MSW, LISW-CP, is an experienced Supreme Court-approved mediator. She is highly skilled in visita-tion plans, property settlement, alimony, child support, and debt allocation. See ad, page 37.

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 vari-ety of local produce at our farm. See ad, page 41

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING

JOnI DuRHaM, CnCCreative Health & Herbal Nutrition14 S. Main St.864-233-4811 • Greenville

Joni knows that what you eat de-termines how you feel. Let Joni teach you how to push the reset button on your health with prop-er nutrition for yourself and your family. Nutrition consultations include face, tongue, nail and eye analysis to help you reach your health goals and live your

most vibrant life! See ad, page 19.

PHYSICAL THERAPY & WELLNESS

neW Day pHySICal tHeRapyDavid Taylor, PT, CST, CMT300 N. Main St.864-469-9936 • GreerNewDayPhysicalTherapy.com

Patients recover faster by uti-lizing a combination of con-ventional and alternative thera-pies. Alternative approaches include CranioSacral, Myofas-cial, Vestibular and Visceral Manipulation, drawing on the body’s self-healing properties. See ad, page 15.

SeRenIty ReHaB & WellneSS CenteR, llC3795 E. North St., Ste. 14864-292-0011 • GreenvilleSerenityRehabWellness.com

Don’t let pain, decreased mobility, and balance is-sues stop you from en-joying life. Let us help

you get back to living, not just surviving. See ad, page 41.

RADIO

eaRtH FM 103.3The Greatest Hits on Earth864-242-6240 • Greenville1033EarthFM.com

Listen to Love & Hudson in the morning at Earth FM 103.3, The Greatest Hits on Earth. See ad, page 38.

REIKI-HEALING TOUCH

OMa’S HealInG GaRDen WellneSS CenteROma Sims150 Milestone Way, Ste. A864-354-4505 • GreenvilleOmasLifeEssentials.com

Oma is a renowned spiritual healer, intuitive and empath. She is a certi-fi ed Usui and Karuna Reiki Master, Life Coach, and Integrated Energy Therapy (I.E.T.) practitioner. Over 25 years’ experience. Classes avail-able. See ad, page 26.

SPIRITUAL CENTER

unIty CenteR OF CleMSOn/anDeRSOn304 Lebanon Rd. 864-646-6114 • PendletonUnityofClemsonAnderson.org

Unity is an inclusive, pro-gressive spiritual community emphasizing personal growth and living conscious-ly. We offer practical teach-ings that empower abundant and meaningful living. See ad, page 42.

TAI CHI/QIGONG

QI WORKS StuDIO, llCDr. Mary Powers, Instructor404 N. Pleasantburg Dr.864-420-9839 • GreenvilleQiWorksStudio.comRebuild your body’s balance, fl exibility, strength, memory and health with Tai Chi and Qigong exer-cises. Classes in Qigong, Tai Chi 24, and arthritis. Natural self-healing exercises.

THERMOGRAPHY

tHeRMal IMaGInG OF tHe CaROlInaSDr. Lealand FaganMichelle Fagan, CCT900 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2045 • Landrum

Thermography is an FDA approved, non-invasive breast screening with no radiation and no breast compres-sion! It can help to detect very early physiological changes in your body. See ad, page 5.


VETERINARY CARE

all aBOut petSJeanne Fowler, DVM409 Old Buncombe Rd.864-834-7334 • Travelers RestHolisticVetSC.com

Over 30 years’ experience offering holistic and conventional veterinary medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, Chinese herbals, orthopedic manipu-lation, prolotherapy, laser and stem cell therapy and pet boarding too.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

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Formulated natural health supplements intended for pain control, urinary health, preventive illness, virility, stress relief, weight control and other common conditions. See ad, page 54.



Vi t a m i n s a n d supplements com-pounded on-site. Professional grade vitamin brands

like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 11.

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We have all of the natural prod-ucts that keep you and your family healthy all year long with a friendly, knowledgable staff. Check out our immune boosting vitamins, pet products, our ex-tensive line of natural cosmetics,

and much more. Open 7 days a week for your conve-nience. See ad, back cover.

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COMplete HealInG anD WellneSSDrs. Marylouise and Jack Wise, DC24 E. Main St.864-847-6020 • WilliamstonCompleteHealing.net

Find many treat-ments under one roof. We offer chiropractic care, family medicine, massage therapy, p h y s i o t h e r a p y,

cold laser therapy, HCG for weight loss, and help with peripheral neuropathy. See ad, page 49.

WOMEN’S HEALTH

BalanCeD SOlutIOnS420 The Parkway, Ste. JThe Village at Thornblade864-662-7657 • 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.



Thyroid, peri-menopausal or menopaus-al issues? We specialize in

custom compounding including bio-identical hor-mone replacement, and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 11.


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.

YOGA/PILATES

InteGRatIVe yOGa tHeRapy101-P N.E. Main St. 864-444-5523 • EasleyIntegrativeYogaTherapySC.com

Small group classes and private yoga therapy ses-sions. We specialize in yoga therapy for depres-sion, anxiety, chronic pain, fibromyalgia and weight

loss. Classes appropriate for all ages, body shapes and fi tness levels. We also have aerial/swing yoga. See ad, page 13.

It’S yOGa! StuDIO™ InC.Kristi Ried Barton, E-RYT, MAYT120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1864-354-2882 • GreenvilleItsYogaStudio.com

Check our website for events, classes, retreats and work-shops. Call for personal trainer sessions, therapeutic yoga, teacher training, life coaching and nutrition. Yoga Alliance School. See ad, page 52.

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