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16 LEARNING THAT TRANSFORMS HEARTS AND MINDS Rethinking How We See Our World Changes Everything by Linda Sechrist

20 SCHOOLS THAT ROCK Innovators Blaze Creative Paths by Sandra Murphy

22 CLOSE-BY GETAWAYS We Don’t Have to Go Far to Relax Deeply by April Thompson

24 ECO-SAVVY DAY CARE Everyday Champions of Children’s Health by Avery Mack

26 BUILDING IMMUNITY FOR A LIFETIME Simple Ways to Boost a Child’s Long-Term Health by Lisa Turner

30 EAT BETTER, FEEL BETTER Dr. Mark Hyman on Eating to Fight Disease by Judith Fertig

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Kerry Griffith and Sean Peterson, Co-Publishers

Welcome to the August ‘Transformative Education/Children’s Health’ issue of Natural Awakenings Central Ohio.

Kerry Griffith As we enjoy the remaining days of summer, many of us will approach the “back to school” mindset in Central Ohio. For my family, we send off two eager children to begin their learn-ing journeys: a 5-year-old to kindergarten and a 3-year-old to preschool. The thrill of a new chapter also brings thoughts and concerns as a parent. My role of parent is growing as I step into

the role as facilitator for my children’s learning journeys. The article “Schools That Rock: Innovators Blaze Creative Paths” (see page 20) provides a resource of alternative education opportunities for children. Since my husband has been a teacher in a public school system for 15 years, we’ve been able to see firsthand how our educational system has changed. It’s exciting to think how education will look for my two kids in five years, 10 years, and even through college. Education is transformation. The “official” learning journey begins with pre-school, but as an adult, I thrive on continuing the education process. As an adult, I am more excited than ever to transform and grow based on what I learn! So whether we are parents of young children, of teenagers, or have no children, we all have the opportunity to embrace the “back to school” mindset. World Café, the Mycelium School, or TED Talks provide great opportunities for life school. Check out our feature article, “Learning that Transforms Hearts and Minds” (see page 16). Happy Learning!

Sean PetersonForward-thinking writer and magazine editor Alvin Toffler pre-dicted, “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write; it will be those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.” His observation was prescient. The pace of tech-nology, and the unceasing flow of information in our daily lives, have accelerated to the point that the ways we are educated and

communicate with one another perpetually morph to suit the latest popular mode of interaction. I am now 15 years removed from college and am a parent of two children, the eldest of which is on the cusp of entering elementary school. Many changes have taken place during the time I have been away from the education system. One such change is how instruction is disseminated: my niece gets her high school reading and homework assignments through a school-issued iPad. Textbooks, while not obsolete, are becoming less preferred because the cost for schools to invest in new technology is comparable, or even negligible, when compared to regularly pur-chasing updated hardcover editions. Another change comes from U.S. innovator Salman Khan. Khan created Khan Academy (KhanAcademy.org) in 2006 to provide free, quality online education. The Harvard and MIT graduate offers video tutorials on a vast array of subjects, which are now accessed through YouTube by nearly 10 million students globally each month. These shifting forms of knowledge transference and educational interaction carry tremendous potential. As Toffler suggests, we only need be able to readily jettison the outmoded ways and willingly adapt to the new ones.


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New Child Education and Care Facility Opens in Columbus

The Juniper School is a

new outreach effort of The Shambhala Meditation Center of Columbus (SMCC). The school offers classes for infants through age 6 with a range of pro-grams from extended day care to morning preschool, plus evening classes for the family. The goals of both The Juniper School and SMCC are to “actively en-gage in creating a culture of profound kindness and friendship, supporting a rich, warm interconnected commu-nity.” “The Juniper School is a com-munity of compassionate people who value good relationships,” says school administrator Nicole Graf. “It pro-vides a safe and natural environment where kindness is modeled, patience is cultivated and the imagination is nourished.” SMCC offers public meditation and a core curriculum of Shambhala and Buddhist teachings, described as “advanced contemplative practices to help awaken our true nature and in-fuse everyday activities with wisdom, compassion and a sense of humor,” according to the website (Columbus.Shambhala.org). SMCC Director Marcelle Gilkerson notes that families who enroll their children at the school can be of any faith. The Juniper School opens in September 2014, and it is currently accepting enrollment applications.

Location: 636 Chase Rd. For more information, or to enroll, email [email protected] or visit TheJuniperSchool.org.

Marysville Herb and Honey Farm Launches School

Mockingbird Meadows has developed a new educational organization en-

titled “Eclectic Herbal Institute.” The insti-tute’s founders are Mockingbird Meadows resident homesteaders Dawn and Carson Combs. The couple sees the school as a primary source for botanical health education in the area. They have also expanded their current list of herbal workshops and ap-prentice programs to include a full array of learning oppor-tunities for the public. “Our classes are for those interested in herbal and holistic health at all levels,” says Dawn, an ethnobotanist with over 20 years of experience in the field as well as being an author and contributor to national magazines. “Our focus is to empower the individual to take control of their own health decisions.” Programs will range from a single weekend course (“Botanical Home Health Intro”) to a full three-year curriculum that covers advanced and applied botanical health topics. Second-year students will learn about medicine mak-ing, anatomy and clinical assessment. The third year covers clinical work and mentorship in herb propagation and production, harvesting and processing, as well as marketing and sales, research, teaching and sustainable beekeeping. The full three-year program also prepares the student to qualify with the American Botanical Council for status as a Registered Herbalist (RH). Courses are taught by qualified permanent faculty, and will be supplemented with guest lectures by prominent speakers in the field. Additionally, enhanced herbal seminars will be conducted at the farm, and community workshops will be given throughout the greater Central Ohio area in partnership with local businesses. The Institute already currently conducts a free monthly “Ask the Herbalist” mobile clinic at the Worthington Farmers’ Market.

Location: 16671 Burns Rd. For more information, call 614-354-5162 or visit MockingbirdMeadows.com.

Holistic Institute Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary

The American Institute of Alternative Medicine (AIAM), an accredited instruction

center for those seeking careers in massage therapy, acupuncture, nursing and medical assisting, is marking 20 years of education for the Central Ohio community by hosting a party from 3 to 7 p.m. on September 6. The event will feature a children’s area, live DJ, photographer, awards and more. All are welcome to attend, and there is no cost to participate. Founders Diane Sater and Helen Yee originally began the school in 1994 solely for massage therapy and the inaugural class was comprised of 14 students. Today, AIAM teaches over 200 students between their four career path programs.

Location: 6685 Doubletree Ave., Columbus. For more information, visit AIAM.edu. See ad, page 19.


Endangered Species Exhibit Comes to Ohio History Center

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organization Ohio History Connection (OHC), in conjunction with local partners such as COSI and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, is presenting an exhibition entitled “Going, Going, Gone? Endangered and Extinct Species” until January 4, 2015. It features specimens of extinct species that lived in Ohio, including a reconstructed dinosaur head, as well as threatened or endangered species from around the United States, such as polar bear skin and bald eagle eggs. “Natural history is a vital part of Ohio’s history, and this exhibit show-cases the fascinating stories of our landscapes, ecosystems and climate, and how humans impact them,” says David Dyer, curator for the OHC. “Our natural history collections hold over 29,000 cataloged specimens, including fossils, rocks and miner-als, plants, insects, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish, and this exhibit lets visitors see some of the most remarkable objects.”To share how human beings impact endangered groups of animals, the exhibit offers ideas about practices that can be adjusted to protect the environment and help these species repopulate and flourish. Additionally, it features inspiring stories of individu-als who have made a positive impact on the protection of species and wild places.

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NaturelleGrow Added to PETA’s “Beauty Without Bunnies” List

Central Ohio hair growth company NaturelleGrow is now part of a

database of over 1,300 brands that do not test their products on animals, in-cluding Tom’s of Maine and The Body Shop. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) maintains this cata-logue of companies. The NaturelleGrow lines of cleansers, conditioners, moisturizers, oils and balms, and leave-in treat-ments are all-natural, handcrafted and designed to aid in the growth of long, healthy hair. Ingredients are organic and varied, including aloe vera, shea butter, marshmallow root, grape seed oil and blue malva. Founder and formulator Renee Dawes explains the genesis of her brand by stating, “After being let down time and time again by [other] products, I created Naturel-leGrow with ingredients that not only help the hair grow, but also ensure that it is not damaged in the process.” The products are also useful for general hair maintenance and care.

For more information, call 614-694-4464 or visit NaturelleGrow.com. Also visit PETA.org.

New Albany Dentist Offers New Treatment Method

New Albany Adult Dentistry now regularly uses ozone (oxygen) therapy to desensitize teeth before any

cleaning work is done, and as a precursor to filling a crown or removing a tooth. “The mouth is full of bad bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease, which leads to loss of the bone that supports teeth,” explains Dr. John W. Johnson. “We are one of the few dental offices in the country to be trained in how to safely use ozone therapy to treat our patients.” Ozone is described chemically as a cluster of three oxygen molecules. When applied correctly and used in the proper dosage, it can kill viruses, bac-teria and fungus on contact.

Location: 5121 Forest Dr., Ste. A. For more information, call 614-775-9300 or visit ColumbusHolisticDentist.com. See ad, page 7.

All-Natural Furniture Maker Celebrates Grand Opening of New Showroom

T.Y. Fine Furniture has relocated to the Merion Village neighborhood of

Columbus, after rezoning and remodel-ing a historic 1920s all-brick building to display locally handcrafted household wood furniture and organic mattresses. Custom woodworker Tarik Yousef spent two years breathing new life into the building he would eventually use to dis-play his signature collections of beds, chairs, dressers and tables. In addition to using water- or milk-based glues in the assembly of his products, Yousef has formulated his own proprietary wood finish that is non-toxic and made from certified organic ingredients. The mattresses are made in Chagrin Falls, OH, and use natural latex, organic cotton and wool sourced from certified producers. The showroom also features the work of other Ohio craftspeople and artists across a variety of specialty products for use throughout the home.

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Filling that gap is KidSMILES. The non-profit organization offers a host of dental services at just 10 dollars per visit for children 18 and under in low- to mid-income families. Families at 250 percent of the poverty level or below are eligible for KidSMILES’s services, including dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, cavity removal and restoration, extractions, minor dental surgery, and manage-ment of impacted teeth and orthodon-tics. Families pay for the dental work that day with no additional billing or follow up paperwork. “This is a pretty unique model - there’s nothing quite like this in Ohio,” says Executive Director Julie Homon. She and her husband started the all-volunteer clinic as a way to give back to the community while fill-ing the dental healthcare gap. KidSMILES wants to be a long-term partner in a child’s health. “Chil-dren really should be seen as soon as

More than 12 percent of children in Franklin County and 22 percent in Delaware

County have never visited a dentist, according to a 2011 Ohio Department of Health report. With dental insur-ance, there is a gap where Medicaid ends and insurance begins, often at the expense of children’s dental health.

they have their first tooth or by the age of one,” Homon says. She stresses the importance of early care so children become comfortable visiting the den-tist, but it also lets parents set up good dental habits for their children. “Our goal is to be a dental home for those who need us,” Homon says. The clinic is receiving an all-around positive reception. Volunteers love it, and, “We’ve gotten a lot of very positive feedback from the Frank-lin County Commissioners,” Homon says. While about three-quarters of the 500 volunteers that have worked with KidSMILES are in the dental field, Homon sees many patients’ parents who want to get involved and help in any way they can. KidSMILES is open on a limited basis, and hopes to expand to a more robust schedule, though it is still ac-cepting new patients. Homan encour-ages families to call and see if they are eligible and to set up an appointment.

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“Wellness Matters” is the newest program from nonprofit food educa-

tion organization Local Matters. The program is a way to teach healthy eat-ing at work by offering tips and tricks to prepare a mindful meal. Participants work with foods such as whole wheat pasta, chicken and roasted veggies, turkey tacos, quinoa salads and frittatas, plus a healthy spin on macaroni and cheese and health-ful appetizers such as black bean dip, guacamole, roasted beet hummus and fruit smoothies. No kitchen? No problem. The

four components of Wellness Matters are designed to travel.

Cooking DemonstrationsDuring these 45-minute demonstra-tions, participants learn about nutri-tion and basic cooking techniques. The program wraps up with samples or a catered lunch, and everyone gets a copy of the recipe.

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ticipants learn the basics of healthy cooking.

Lunch and LearnsTrade crumbs on the keyboard for a fun and educational lunch break. This hands-on, 45-minute workshop puts a new spin on the traditional lunch and learn. It also leaves participants with a healthful, seasonal lunch at the conclusion of the event.

Team Activities Participants can demonstrate their culinary expertise through cook-offs, or learn how to create a healthy meal through more in-depth cook-ing classes. Team activities provide a bonding experience while instructors share helpful cooking tips. Besides creating a way for co-workers and clients to interact, access to wellness in the workplace can have additional benefits. Local Matters points to research that shows em-ployees who participate in wellness programs take fewer sick days, have less insurance claims, and have higher productivity and morale than those that do not. Local Matters cites other studies that show for every one dollar spent on wellness programming, there is a return of three to six times that investment. While primarily designed for and focused on the workplace, Wellness Matters applies to other venues or organizations as well, such as libraries or running groups. “Learning how to eat healthy and cook healthy meals are tools that everyone needs, especially for working families that sometimes have limited time and budgets,” says Kerry Shaw, Director of Development and Communications at Local Matters. She explains that the new program is fueled by the success Local Matters has achieved in its mission to educate adults and children from communi-ties of need about healthy food. “We are building on what we know works, while making it really fun and easy,” Shaw says.

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Tough Family Life Linked to Chromosome Aging

When Princeton University researchers analyzed data from a representa-

tive sample of 40 African-American boys enrolled in the Fragile Families and Child Wellbeing Study that followed children born in major U.S. cities between 1998 and 2000, they determined that those that lived through 9 years of age with less-stable fami-lies, such as parents with multiple partners and harsh or hostile parenting styles, had a

higher probability of having shorter telomeres compared with other children. Telomeres were, on average, 40 percent longer among children from stable families. Telomeres are the segments of DNA at either end of a chromosome that protect the ends from deterioration or fusion with neighboring chromosomes. Shorter telomeres can decrease life expectancy by reducing the number of times our cells can divide, and scientists are discovering that a person’s living environment may lead to the condition. Using large cohort (age group) study data from the Netherlands Study of Depression and Anxiety, another group of researchers from Amsterdam’s Vrije University found significantly shorter telomere length among those with higher stress markers; the shorter length was also associated with aging approximately 10 years faster. In addition, the scientists observed significantly shorter telomere length among people with depressive symptoms lasting longer than four years; the shorter length correlated with both longer and more severe depression.

Parents’ Smoking Linked to Artery Damage in ChildrenResearchers from Australia’s University of Tas-

mania have found that children exposed to the secondhand smoke of their parents will likely face abnormally thickened carotid arteries later in life. The finding, published in the European Heart Jour-nal, followed 3,776 children that participated in the Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns Study and the Childhood Determinants of Adult Health Study. The children were divided into groups accord-ing to whether neither parent smoked, one parent smoked or both parents smoked. Questionnaire results were combined with ultrasound testing to correlate exposure during childhood with the health of carotid arteries, and researchers concluded that the effects are pervasive even 25 years later. Those exposed to two parental smokers as children had significantly great-er thickness of inner carotid artery walls than did children with non-smoking parents. Their arteries also showed signs of premature aging of more than three years compared to children of nonsmokers. The researchers wrote, “There must be continued efforts to reduce smoking among adults to protect young people and to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease across the population.”

HEELLESS SHOES MAY HELP PREVENT RUNNERS’ INJURIESA British study published in Footwear

Science analyzed the effects of run-ning in experimental heelless footwear compared with conventional running shoes with reinforced heels. The objec-tive was to see if the heelless footwear would reduce the risk of chronic injury related to the habitual rear-foot strike pattern associated with conventional heeled shoes. Using eight cameras with opto-electric running motion capture technology,12 male runners were tracked at four meters per second. The heelless running shoe resulted in less impact, greater plantar flexion and greater ankle eversion (rolling outward). The researchers concluded that the heelless shoes decreased the risk of chronic running foot injuries linked to excessive impact forces, but concede they may increase injury po-tential associated with excessive ankle eversion.

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Dirty WatersTrenton to Chicago via Eco-Outrigger Margo Pellegrino, a homemaker, mother of two and healthy oceans advocate from Med-ford Lakes, New Jersey, will begin a 1,600-mile journey from nearby Trenton to Chi-cago, Illinois, by outrigger canoe on August 13 as part of Blue Frontier Campaign’s ocean explorers project. During her two-month trip, she’ll meet with local environmental groups and the media to raise awareness of the ur-gent need to clean America’s waterways. “All water and everything in it ends up in the ocean,” Pellegrino says. “Plastics and chemicals are particular problems, but soil runoff during floods and heavy rains also impact the ocean and marine life.” During previous paddles, Pellegrino saw firsthand the effects of dumped industrial waste in the waterways she traversed. She notes that nationally, oil rig operators have federal permits to dump 9 billion gallons of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, waste into the ocean each year. On Pellegrino’s first trip in 2007, she paddled nearly 2,000 miles up the Atlantic Coast, from Miami, Florida, to Maine. In 2009, she partnered with the Natural Resources Defense Council to go from Miami to New Orleans, Loui-siana, to build support for a Healthy Oceans Act (OnEarth.org/author/healthy-oceanspaddle). In 2010, she canoed along the Pacific coastline from Seattle, Washington, to San Diego, California. Next summer, Pellegrino plans to paddle down the Mississippi River.

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Fitness UpdateHealthiest U.S. Metro Areas in 2014

The American College of Sports Medi-cine’s (ACSM) seventh annual American Fitness Index (AFI) ranks Washington, D.C., at the top with a score of 77.3 (out of 100), followed by Minneapolis-St. Paul (73.5), Portland, Oregon (72.1) Denver (71.7) and San Francisco (71). Columbus, Ohio (41.3) ranked 40th. Overall, metro areas in 25 states scored 50 or above; the two lowest-ranking

hovered near 25 points. “The AFI data report is a snapshot of the state of health in the community and an evaluation of the infrastructure, community assets and policies that encourage healthy and fit lifestyles. These measures directly affect quality of life in our country’s urban areas,” says Walter Thompson, Ph.D., chair of the AFI advisory board.

Find the complete report at AmericanFitnessIndex.org.

True GritWhy Persistence CountsSome educators believe that improve-ments in instruction, curriculum and school environments are not enough to raise the achievement levels of all students, especially disadvantaged chil-dren. Also necessary is a quality called “grit”, loosely defined as persistence over time to overcome challenges and accomplish big goals. Grit comprises a suite of traits and behaviors that include goal-directedness (knowing where to go and how to get there); motiva-tion (having a strong will to achieve identified goals); self-control (avoiding distractions and focusing on the task at hand); and a positive mindset (embrac-ing challenges and viewing failure as a learning opportunity). A meta-study of 25 years of research by John Hattie and Helen Timperley, professors at the University of Aukland, New Zealand, has shown that giving students challenging goals encourages greater effort and persis-tence than providing vague or no di-rection. Students aren’t hardwired for these qualities, but grit can be devel-oped through an emerging battery of evidence-based techniques that give educators a powerful new set of tools to support student success. A famous example of the power of self-regulation was observed when preschoolers that were able to withstand the temptation of eat-ing a marshmallow for 15 minutes to receive a second one were more successful in high school and scored about 210 points higher on their SATs later in life than those with less will-power (Tinyurl.com/Stanford MarshallowStudy).

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Harvesting FogSimple Device Provides Safe Water in Africa

The WarkaWater tower is providing an innovative new way to harvest safe drinking water, normally an onerous task in Ethiopia and many other parts of Africa. Obtaining wa-ter via repeated trips to the nearest source is extremely time-consum-ing and what’s collected is often

highly contaminated and harmful to drink. Also, this task is commonly carried out by females, putting them in danger of sexual harassment or worse enroute. The towers, inspired by the native warka tree, are a vertical bamboo system that harvests potable, clean water from the air through condensation, using a fog-harvesting fabric that can collect up to 25 gallons of safe drinking water per day. Each tower costs about $550, and can be built in a few days by vil-lage residents using locally available materials.

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Cycling RxDoctors Order Up a Bike for Patients

The Prescribe-a-Bike program (Tinyurl.com/Prescription Bikes) allows doctors at Boston Medical Center, in Mas-sachusetts, to write low-income patients prescriptions for a one-year membership to Hubway, the city’s bike-sharing system, for $5, which is $80 less than the regular charge. A free helmet is part of the deal. According to The Boston Globe, one in four Bos-ton residents is obese, and Kate Walsh, chief executive of Boston Medical Center, believes the program can help. “Regular exercise is key to combating this [obesity] trend,

and Prescribe-a-Bike,” she says, “is one important way our caregivers can help patients get the exercise they need to be healthy.”

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Flight ZoneAirports Establish Bee-Friendly AcresThe Common Acre is a nonprofit partnering with the airport serving Seattle, Washington, and the Urban Bee Company (UrbanBee.com) to reclaim 50 acres of vacant land to plant native wildflowers as pollinator habitat for hummingbirds, butterflies and disease-resistant bee colonies. A GMO-free (no genetic modification) wildflower seed farm is also in the works. Bees present no threat to air traffic and the hives discourage birds that do pose a danger to planes. Beekeeper Jim Robins, of Robins Apiaries, in St. Louis, Missouri, rents an area with a plentiful supply of white Dutch clover, and Lambert Airport views his enterprise as part of its sustainability program. O’Hare Airport, in Chicago, the first in the U.S. to install hives, is rebuilding to its full complement of 50 hives after losing about half of them to 2014’s extreme winter. It’s a project that could be a model for airports everywhere—using inaccessible scrubland to do something revolutionary, like supporting a local food system. One hundred foods make up 90 percent of a human diet, and bees pollinate 71 of them.

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New School Rules Eco Strategies for Back-to-School PrepFamilies preparing for the coming school year will welcome easy ways to stretch the budget while protecting the environment our kids are growing up in.

n Buying new clothes can be expen-sive, and most of today’s synthetic fibers are petroleum-based, while toxic pesticides are commonly used to grow cotton. For healthier alterna-tives, check labels for clothes made from organic, low-impact or recycled materials such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo or recycled fibers. Inexpensive options are found in Salvation Army and other thrift store locations, as well as repurposing hand-me-downs among siblings.

n Avoid buying all new school sup-plies. Gently used binders and book bags can last years. Sturdy, simple backpacks skip the cost of faddish brand-name and celebrity products. For supplies that must be replenished, like paper, seek out post-consumer-recycled options.

n For lunch boxes, food containers and utensils, look for retro metal, a cloth bag and other alternatives to plastic (which can contain harmful chemicals) and glass (which can break). Beth Terry, in her book, Plastic-Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too (MyPlasticFreeLife.com), suggests searching MightyNest.com and Life-WithoutPlastic.com, makers of stainless steel, naturally lacquered wood and other non-plastic, durable children’s bowls, cups, plates and utensils.

n Healthy afterschool extracurricular activities today typically require driv-ing commutes. Look into carpooling with nearby families to save time and gas, cut vehicle emissions and expand friendships.

n Check the school’s eco-practices. Encourage local administrators to con-duct recycling programs and to email documents to parents instead of using regular mail.

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Dangerous Influx Gas Pipeline Pumps Radioactive Radon into HomesIn New York City, the Spectra gas pipeline that went online in 2013 is delivering more than just energy-efficient, clean-burning natural gas from Pennsylvania’s Marcel-lus Shale. It’s also piping radioactive radon gas that’s contaminating commercial and residential boilers, ovens, stoves, dryers and water heaters at 30 to 80 times baseline levels—well above the U.S. Environ-mental Protection Agency safe level for radiation exposure. According to Dr. Sheila Bushkin-Bedient, with the University of Albany, New York, “While it may be possible to remove other components of raw natu-ral gas such as ethane, propane, butane and pentanes at natural gas processing centers, it’s not possible to remove radioactive substances such as radon. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers and the second-leading cause among smokers and indirect (secondhand) smokers.” The Spectra conduit is one of hundreds of pipelines and fossil fuel infra-structure projects across the country being quickly approved by the Federal En-ergy and Regulatory Commission. Citizens should demand that elected officials connect the dots and halt the uncontrolled rush to drill new sites regardless of safety concerns and let them know people are alarmed by the possibility of radioactive gas entering their communities.

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A car dealership might not be first on the list of build-ings one would expect to be certified “green”, but local dealership Tansky Toyota has exceeded

expectations by obtaining a Leadership in Energy and Envi-ronmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). “We’re the first LEED-certified [car] dealership in Ohio,” says Judy Tansky. She was the driving force behind turning the car dealership into a LEED facility. “I really thought it was the right thing to do to give our employees a good environment,” she says. She wanted to provide a nice facility for both customers and employees, one with clean air that would leave the world a better place for genera-tions to come. Toyota officials did not ask Tansky to consider LEED certification for their facility but were excited when Judy approached them with the idea. Toyota has LEED initiatives in several stores and company leaders were eager for Tan-sky to become one of the first to participate in the central part of the country. The company provided resources and guidance to help the dealership achieve the impressive Gold Certification. Tansky subsequently attained the second-highest certi-fication level available. LEED projects earn points for each green initiative implemented with a different number of points equating to different types of certifications, including Silver, Gold and Platinum. Each project must meet minimum requirements, like indoor and outdoor water-use reduction, storage and collection of recyclables, and minimum energy and indoor air quality requirements. Further enhancements beyond these basics can take projects to the next level.

When deciding what green initiatives to put in place at Tansky, Judy says they “Did basically everything that we could do” to remodel and add on to their existing facility. From the ground up, all blacktop that was torn up during construction was recycled, crushed and used as filler under the building. Numerous large windows let in as much natural light as possible. A new heating and cooling system meeting LEED standards was put in place. Special attention was paid to the interior and exte-rior of the facility, from the paint on the walls to the local plants that decorate the space, and to the roof that can be equipped with solar panels in the future. The inside features bamboo, “Which is the fastest growing wood, and most sustainable, that there is,” Judy says. Tansky also implemented numerous recycling initia-tives. “We have four tanks to catch water that we use in our car wash,” Judy says. This rainwater is used in the restrooms for the service area as well. Recycling does not stop there. The dealership recycles everything from paper to all the materials and metals taken off a car during service. Used oil heats the facility in the winter. Tansky strives to be consumer-friendly with all by-products of their work. “We’re saving the planet as much as we can,” Judy says. Tansky has received positive feedback from customers and employees alike. Customers take heart knowing the dealership’s commitment to the environment, while em-ployees enjoy a facility that Judy wants to feel like home. Tansky Toyota has long been a fixture in Central Ohio, opening the first dealership in Clintonville in 1968. From a modest start, the dealership grew tremendously, moving to their current Dublin location in 1984. Throughout their history, Tansky has been committed to serving the commu-nity and is set up for a bright future with their LEED Gold Certified facility.

Location: 6300 Sawmill Rd. For more information, call 614-766-4800 or visit Tansky.com. See ad, back cover.

Susan Post is a freelance writer and editor based in Colum-bus. She enjoys writing about her city and the people and places that make it special. Contact her at [email protected].

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In the 30 years since Harrison Owen introduced

Open Space Technology (OST), it has been used hundreds of thousands of times by three-quarters of the world’s countries. Whether a few people gather in a circle to share ideas and brainstorm personal issues or thou-sands discuss a bulletin board of topics around tables, OST is a safe, informal venue for transformative learning. Guided by purpose-based, shared leadership, it allows individuals focused on a specific task to freely speak their thoughts and be heard. It also encourages breakout groups to mine for more information—learn-ing individually, as well as collec-tively, and self-organizing in order to concentrate on more complex topics. “Boeing engineers used OST to learn how to redesign airplane doors and young Egyptians used it to strategize for their Arab Spring,” as examples, comments Owen.

Circle PrincipleFor Owen, like Jack Mezirow, author of the paper, “Core Principles of Trans-formative Learning Theory,” 20th-cen-tury Brazilian educator Paulo Freire

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keystone of life, and the essence of meaningful education. “The circle principle contains the predictability of fresh, emerging thoughts and learn-ing that never occurred previously,” explains Owen. He points to an experiment regarding children’s capacity for self-learning initiated by Sugata Mitra, Ph.D., the former science director of an educational technology firm in In-dia. On the outside wall of the build-ing where he worked, Mitra installed a computer facing a New Delhi slum where most children were unschooled and illiterate and had never seen a computer. He turned it on and told

children they could play with it. Via a noninvasive video camera, he watched 7-to-13-year-olds dis-cover how to use the computer and teach each other how to play music and games and draw using Micro-soft’s Paint program. Repetition of the experiment in other impoverished sec-tions of India yielded similar results. Wherever he established an Internet connection, children that could not read English, the Internet’s default lan-guage, taught themselves how to use the Web to obtain information through their interactions with each other and the computer. “I agree with what Mitra sur-mised from his experiment—learning is emergent, which is another word for self-organizing,” remarks Owen. Like Freire, Owen likens traditional education to the “banking” method of learning, whereby the teacher passes information to students that become dependent on someone else rather than learning how to think on their own. Suzanne Daigle, a Sarasota, Florida-based consultant with a Ca-nadian multidisciplinary consulting firm, explains how the OST learning environment changed her life: “My personal transformation began in 2009. Even though I was a leader in my corporate career, I doubted myself and often believed that what others had to say was more significant and interesting than what I could express.” Now she says she has shed her people-pleasing tendencies and for-mer attempts to control other people’s agendas and discovered the freedom and courage of her own voice. “As an OST facilitator, my life work now occurs in the moments I am collab-oratively learning and listening for opportunities to enter into meaningful conversations that can lead to ac-

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tions,” says Daigle. “I invite others to do the same.”

Co-LearningIn a compulsory two-year Theory of Learning class for an International Baccalaureate degree at California’s Granadas Hill Charter High School, math and science educator Anais Arteaga helps students apply two major elements of transformative learning: self-reflection to critique one’s own assumptions and discourse through which they question or vali-date their judgments. She focuses on the roles that perception, language, reason and emotion play in a stu-dent’s learning and decision-making abilities. “Questions and lively discussions are the basis of the class,” Arteaga says. “We begin with a question and explore what we know, how we know it and any conclusions drawn from the process.” Using a democratic model in which the teacher welcomes critical discussion, Arteaga and her students have mutually discovered that knowl-edge is not static, but has a history and changes over time. “When we first started the class, it was challeng-ing to accept that in many situations there is no right or wrong, just relativity and a matter of perception. We don’t really know anything for certain,” she remarks.

Worldview ExplorationsKatia Petersen, Ph.D., is the executive director of education at the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), headquar-tered in Petaluma, California. She co-developed the tools, practices and 22 lessons in the pioneering orga-nization’s Worldview Explorations (WE) project. Founded on 40 years of IONS research, WE engages everyone in age-appropriate ways in reflect-ing upon long-held assumptions and how beliefs create the lens they see through, ultimately improving how they understand and respond to the world.

“When individuals understand the power of offering their story and are open to the worldview stories of others, they no longer focus attention on differences and limitations,” says Petersen. “They realize that everyone has their own truth. “WE’s transformative learning experiences draw from the heart and soul of individuals, rather than stuffing heads with ideas and perspec-tives, which serves them well as they embody and apply these tools and practices in their daily lives.” She cites a particularly powerful moment for a group of young people she worked with. “A student was


Webs of conversation created around actual or occasion-ally virtual tables resemble those found in coffeehouses. “Conversation is a core meaning-making process, and people get to experience how the collective intelligence of a small or large group can become apparent,” says Brown. After several rounds of conversation on one or more topics, participants offer their harvest of key insights, learning and opportunities for action with the full group gathered to reflect together on their discoveries. “World Café provides an environment in which you are comfortably drawn forward by the questions you are asking together. When enough diversity is present, varied perspectives are offered and people feel listened to and free to make their contribution,” observes Brown. What participants learn in this setting creates the climate of conditions that support the kinds of transforma-tions that can change lives. Brown remarks, “When it hap-pens to me, I feel like my brain cells have been rearranged. I know something in the collective, as well as the indi-vidual, has been evoked, so that something never before imagined becomes present and available.” Transformative learning has been compared to a sea journey without landmarks. Adventurous individuals that are open to traversing its highly engaging processes can emerge as autonomous thinkers, capable of contributing fresh, new ideas that just might transform the world we live in.

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farm. We use washing boards, roll bread, and we play with a stick and hoop, stilts and puppets. It’s an old-fashioned play and work center,” says Hein. There is a large demand for programs at childcare centers, schools, libraries, senior centers and public events. While Bring the Farm to You will travel anywhere in the state, most of the locations they visit are throughout Cen-tral Ohio. For children living in downtown Columbus, seeing and touching farm animals is an enlightening experience. Bring the Farm to You exposes them to things that they would have no other opportunity to see or be near. “The Farm Animals program is popular because we do it at so many inner city locations,” explains Hein. “To me, that’s our most valuable program because it opens people’s eyes to what food looks like and where it comes from.”

Bring the Farm to You is not just for school-aged children. Programs are frequently requested at senior centers and events where an older audience will be in attendance. For older people, it is a chance to get reacquainted with

familiar pastimes. “We get a lot of seniors who attend, and it brings back a lot of memories. It gives them a chance to talk about their lives,” says Hein. Anyone – no matter their age or background – can benefit from the various programs offered by Bring the Farm to You.

For more information or to book an experience, call 614-560-5583, email [email protected] or visit BringTheFarmToYou.com.

Felicia Brower is a freelance writer based in Columbus. Con-nect at FeliciaBrower.com or email [email protected].

For many children, the sights and sounds of farm life are new and unfamiliar, but a Centerburg-based organiza-tion is helping to change that. Bring the Farm to You

was started by Christa Hein as a way to bring hands-on, farm-focused programs to people interested in learning about agriculture. Hein started Bring the Farm to You two years ago after discovering an unmet need in the com-munity. “I was working at an ecological center, and we were getting lots of requests for programs that would come out to you,” says Hein. Due to a lack of staff and available resources at the ecological center, Hein decided to start an organization of her own. Hein’s traveling classroom allows people of all ages to learn a new skill or to see elements of typical farm life. There are currently 15 different programs to choose from, with the most popular being Chick Hatching, Farm Animals and Apple Cidering. Through these programs, participants are able to experience farm life close to home. This spring, the organization launched its newest pro-gram: Child Homestead. “We bring all types of old-fash-ioned toys and activities that kids would have done on the


Montessori At age 3, kids at the Baltimore Montes-sori Public Charter School, in Maryland, are gaining early math and motor skills, plus an appreciation for healthy foods, in unique and innovative ways. “The children roll out a long mat contain-ing 1,000 beads that they use to learn to count by twos, fours and 10s,” says Jenny Smolen, development coordinator and grant writer for the school. “When it’s time for multiplication and division, they’re prepared.” The school is located in a food desert—fresh, unprocessed food isn’t readily available—so the kids plant

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Children at Wisconsin’s Montessori School of

Waukesha learn to baste; spoon beans or rice from

bowls; cut paper, draw, paint or paste cutouts; and sew or embroider

using a three-finger grip. It strengthens the mus-

cles they will need later to practice writing skills.

Creative educational initiatives offer more flexible programs of study than traditional institutions. First introduced into the United States in the latter part of the 20th century, today there are thousands of such facilities operating according to their own lights. Yet many share certain distinguishing characteristics including emphasis on close student-teacher relationships, diverse experiential learning and development of student decision-making skills aided by peer and parental support. All aim to prepare and equip students for future success both inside and outside the classroom.

seeds to grow in pots until it’s time to transplant them to the garden. “Before the seed-to-table program, the kids didn’t know what fresh tasted like. Now they go home and ask for veg-etables for dinner,” says Smolen. The school also has six chick-ens that supply fresh eggs, and two beehives produced 100 pounds of honey last year that was sold to raise funds. The school is free of charge to Baltimore city students chosen by lottery. Currently, 330 students from diverse backgrounds ages 3 through 13 attend, with 1,000 names on the waiting list.

WaldorfWaldorf School alumna Jocelyn Miller, an account manager at Matter Communications, drives 45 minutes from Newburyport, Massachusetts, to take her three children to The Waldorf School at Moraine Farms, in Beverly. “On bad weather days, I wonder why I make the drive, but the smiles when we arrive are worth it,” she says. There, her children spend time outdoors regardless of the weather. Indoors, they draw illustrations to bol-ster lessons on history and geography. Second-graders work in three-hour blocks of time, rather than the tradi-tional 45 minutes. Fifth-grade students recently spent three weeks studying Greek mythology. Older students play in an orchestra and learn German and Spanish. They also knit; the craft builds manual dexterity and helps children learn to plan, correct mistakes, be creative, visualize the finished product and mindfully create something useful or decorative. Middle school and high school students at the Waldorf School of Garden City, in New York, universally participate in seasonal sports—base-ball, softball, basketball and soccer. The emphasis on the values of team-work and sportsmanship complement development of skills. The school’s policy is, “You don’t have to be a superstar to get playing time,” noting that the quality of athletic teams is consistently strong. The school also brings some


teach standardized subjects, in certain ways, to the whole class. We use customized learning to inspire and excite children individually. We help parents discover their child’s learning style, personality and ideal learning environment.” Materials provided include instruc-tor guides, user-friendly websites and interactive games and other activities. “It gives kids the freedom to explore, learn and discover,” Parnell adds. “This is how you grow a lifelong learner.”

Un-SchoolingUn-schooling, another pioneering approach, is a method of home-schooling in which children pursue areas that interest them, eat foods they enjoy, rest when needed, choose friends of all ages or none at all and engage their world in unique, power-ful and self-directed ways. Suzanne Strisower, a life and career coach in Oroville, California, has written a common-core, standards-based curriculum for un-schoolers. “It’s a yearlong program for ages 15 and up designed to enable a student to realize his career path and life’s pur-pose,” she says.

Online Tutorials“There’s an explosion in online learn-ing, too,” observes Bob Bowdon, ex-ecutive director of nonprofit Choice Media, an education news service at ChoiceMedia.tv, produced in New York City. School kids in some states are able to opt out of a class at school if they feel the teaching style is holding them back, instead tapping online teachers available in a virtual school setting. Louisiana’s Department of Educa-tion’s Jump Start program partners high schools and local companies to offer students one-day-a-week in-ternships apprenticing in trades. “It’s real-world, on-the-job training,” says Bowdon. Thanks to such innovative ap-proaches to school curricula and tech-nology, parents and children have more options than ever before for learning. Instead of memorizing information until the next test and then forgetting it, more learning is customized and hands-on, because children that learn by doing, remember.

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green into the city with a horticultural program that fully cultivates a quarter-acre field. Its steady harvest of fruits, vegetables, herbs and grains includes lettuce, beans, spinach, broccoli, kale, corn, oregano, thyme, rosemary, strawberries, blueberries and raspber-ries. A new greenhouse keeps pro-duce growing through winter months. Students at Conservatory Prep High School, in Davie, Florida, were tasked with finding a way to walk on water in order to explore principles of flotation and buoyancy. After researching and experimenting with each of a series of materials, they analyzed what went wrong, worked to fix it and then tried again. “We did the testing at our onsite pool,” says Wendy Weiner, Ed.D., the school’s founder and principal and a Waldorf alumna. “We saw some pretty funny results, but they eventually invented a pair of shoes that worked. Of course, they were pretty big shoes.”

HomeschoolingHomeschooling provides another op-tion. Parents don’t need to know all about a subject with organizations like Bridgeway Academy’s homeschool curricula at hand. This Lehigh Val-ley, Pennsylvania, institution provides easy access to tools and support for families nationwide. “We’re a kinder-garten-to-12th-grade provider,” says Jessica Parnell, academy president. “Teachers in a school setting have to

Teachers, students and parents at Weinacker’s Montessori School, in

Mobile, Alabama, apply daily, weekly, monthly

and yearly logs of goals and work plans to track

progress. All of this can be adjusted as kids discover

new topics they want to learn more about.

New York City students participating in The Young Women’s Leadership of East Harlem School are motivated to think about where, not if, they will attend college. The first three all-girl graduat-ing classes boasted 100 percent college enrollment with the help of the Young Women’s Leadership College Bound Initiative, which funds a full-time col-lege counselor at several of the city’s public high schools. The majority of the students are the first in their families to attend college. Harlem Village Academy Charter School, in Manhattan, ranks highest among all public, non-selective high schools in New York City in terms of college enrollment. Because many

children enter it as fifth-graders with a first grade reading ability, they typically receive extracurricular, phonics-based reading instruction, attend a home-work club and have access to outside tutors. Performance generally improves throughout middle school, and 90 percent of the students stay in the Har-lem Village Academies (HVA) network through high school. The class of 2012 had a 100 percent graduation rate com-pared with a 60 percent average for the city’s high schools. Nationally, only 8 percent of low-income students gradu-ate from college, but 88 percent of all HVA high school graduates starting with its first senior class in 2011 have remain enrolled in college classes.

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Carving out time from crammed calendars for a week or more away from home can pose such a hurdle that more than half of all American workers forfeit

hard-earned vacation days every year. Sometimes a long weekend in an inspiring locale is all we need to recharge our batteries. Short vacations invite welcome rest and relaxation and are often more sustainable, according to Gary Diedrichs, publisher of the online Green Traveler Guides (GreenTravelerGuides.com). “Airplanes pollute more than any other form of travel. When you take shorter trips by other means, whether bicycle or a hybrid rental car, you’re way ahead environmentally,” says Diedrichs, whose family enjoys road-tripping in an old Mercedes converted to run on recycled vegetable oil. For families, short, sweet trips are also easier to do with the kids in tow. “It’s also an opportunity for parents to reinforce that living sustainably isn’t just something you do at home,” notes Diedrichs. We can prescribe—and reward—ourselves with one of the following mini-vacations, whether it’s a trip to a green spa if we’re stressed or a hike in a park or the woods if we’ve been sedentary.

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uninspiring highway views by hopping a train to a nearby state or national park. Riders can venture through a variety of terrains without leaving their seats. Amtrak reaches more than 237 national parks and monuments (AmtrakToParks.com), many of which offer stunning backdrops for outdoor music festivals. A rail-to-park adventure can rekindle old friendships with faraway, but not forgotten friends. Draw a circle en-compassing everyone’s location and pick a park within the perimeter as the meet-up spot, distributing the travel bur-den equally. Agree beforehand which friends bring which essential camping equipment, food and other provisions so that everyone travels light. Traversing trails is a fun, bond-ing experience.

Go farm to fork. Escape city crowds, live bucolic fantasies and learn about sustainable agriculture during a farm stay. Organic family farms across the country offer overnight accommodations to supplement farming incomes and con-nect with local consumers. Farm life is about simple pleasures, like waking to a rooster’s call and then digging into a farm-fresh breakfast of free-range eggs, accompanied by homemade bread, cheese, jam and honey. Afterwards, stroll an apple orchard or fragrant field of lavender. Most farms allow guests to pitch in with the chores, maybe feeding chickens, milk-ing cows, picking cherries or making yogurt. Find a place nearby at FarmStayUS.com.

Renew your spirit. Reconnect with your faith or explore a new spiritual calling with a short stay at a retreat center. Some furnish structured guided sessions, such as vipassanã Buddhism’s silent retreats, at which participants sit in meditation eight hours a day without access to media or other distractions. Other centers assist guests in creating self-directed retreats tailored to personal goals. Grounds often feature sacred spaces like labyrinths or meditation gardens, providing an inspiring environment to contem-plate one’s spiritual journey. RetreatFinder.com supplies a comprehensive listing of possibilities conducive to every spiritual persuasion, from Anglican to Zen, across the country and worldwide.

Taste the terroir. A long weekend amidst vineyards can be a refreshing way to simultaneously explore the coun-tryside and refine our wine palate. Along with tastings, some vintners provide tours of their vineyards and cellars, including insights into the characteristics of local terroirs that give each vintage its distinctive taste. Some also have bed and breakfast inns onsite, eliminating the need for a designated driver. The site WineriesByState.com lists domestic wineries in all 50 states; KennUncorked.com provides information about biodynamic and organic winemakers.

Pamper your body. Visiting a green destination spa is a


Columbus is just a short drive away from some great weekend getaways. Leave the skyscrapers, sidewalks

and stress behind for retreats that recharge and re-ener-gize, plus reintroduce nature.

Hocking HillsThis popular destination is located just over one hour southeast of Columbus. Hocking Hills offers scenic forests and natural wonders, with tucked-away cabins designed for a weekend of disconnecting. Visitors can also spend a night under the stars at one of over 150 designated camping spots. CNN recently named Hocking Hills its pick for Ohio in the 2014 list of “50 Natural Wonders” from each state in the union. Old Man’s Cave and Ash Cave are two hotspots within the Hocking Hills area, each with a myriad of trails for hiking and biking.

For more information, visit HockingHills.com.

Yoga in the SpringsExplore the synchronicity of mind, body and spirit with this personalized retreat. Hosted in Yellow Springs, about one hour west of Columbus, Yoga in the Springs retreats provide an opportunity for guests to deepen their prac-tice of yoga while simultaneously disconnecting from the world and reconnecting with themselves. Guests can customize a two-day retreat package that includes organic vegetarian meals, private yoga and meditation instruction, cranial sacral massage, restorative and detoxifying yoga practices, plus a guided hike and walking meditation.

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Yellow SpringsYellow Springs is a unique weekend getaway that provides an unparalleled combination of art, culture and nature, and offering days spent strolling shops and hiking trails. Glen Helen Nature Preserve and John Bryan State Park contain over 1,700 acres of woods and limestone forma-tions to explore, accessed through an extensive network of trails. Visitors can browse a number of boutiques and art galleries clustered in a downtown dotted with small cafes and specialty restaurants. For families with small children, Young’s Jersey Dairy is just a few miles up the road. Young’s has homemade ice cream, a petting zoo and mini golf.

For more information, visit YellowSpringsOhio.org.

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such as water management, energy use and waste reduc-tion. Search for the perfect getaway treat at GreenSpaNet-work.org. Numerous farms, spas, parks and vineyards are wait-ing to be explored; many nearby that we may overlook draw visitors from around the world. “Local travel gives us a chance to dig more deeply into the places that surround us,” says Diedrichs. “We can have fun playing tourists in our own backyards and support sustainable, local businesses we discover along the way.”

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With children especially susceptible to germs, chemical sensitivities and allergens, it makes sense to ensure that the child-friendliness of day

care facilities extends to their ecological integrity. When Denise Adusei, of New York City, was un-able to find a preschool that included all the criteria she sought, she decided to create and direct Peartree Pre-school, a year-round day care facility for 2-to-5-year-olds. “An eco-friendly day care environment is more than non-toxic paint, organic food and unscented soaps. It’s what you don’t see, as well,” says Adusei. “We first looked for a building with lots of natural light near Central Park. Manhattan has a high rate of al-lergens, so we went ahead with a thorough environmental inspection on what looked like an ideal building,” recalls Adusei. Inspectors pulled tiles from the floor, opened walls to check for mold and collected samples. “When they discovered signs of an old oil spill in the basement, we knew it was an unsafe place for children. We kept looking until we found the right building with large win-dows, near the park and environmentally safe,” she says, noting that her own kids now attend Peartree. Workplace coach Paul E. McGinniss, who also blogs at NewYorkGreenAdvocate.com, says, “Creating a garden onsite and connecting with local farmers or CSAs [com-munity supported agriculture] to provide healthy, fresh foods is a great way to educate kids via a learning activ-ity. New York’s Hudson Valley, where I live, has a farm to school movement. Everyone should know where their

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food comes from,” he says, echoing another day care cornerstone. In Madison, Connecticut, Tina Pascoe, a registered nurse, attorney and health consultant, co-founded Nurses for Day Care, a nationwide program. The staff finds that many children are sensitive to dye additives in mustard or ketchup, certain oils in soap, paint or cleaning fumes and fire-retar-dant chemicals embedded in new rugs and carpeting. “We push for the whole school to go green, not just the classroom, with the sensitive or allergic child in mind,” she says. “We’re willing to do whatever it takes, like pro-viding special menus, banning perfumes and smoking, and only using disinfectant wipes or bleach during nighttime cleaning.” Pascoe personally works with about 80 facilities throughout the state. The Cottages at Michaels Learning Center, in Sarasota, is Florida’s first school to earn a Level Three Green School and green infant care certification from the National Green School Coalition and operates the city’s only certified green infant care program. Children from 6 weeks through kin-dergarten benefit. The school even conducts regular radon testing. Owner and Director Michelle Ireland assesses, “It’s cause and effect. One of the things we teach the children is how our actions have an impact on the world.” Mark Stedelbauer, vice president of marketing at eWa-ter Advantage, in Raleigh, North Carolina, strives to inform day care administrators about the value of using electro-lyzed water instead of cleansers. An electrical current that runs through a blend of ordinary tap water and minerals changes the basic nature of water. A lower pH creates a disinfecting solution; a higher pH results in a degreaser.

Both solutions clean and kill germs without fumes, residue or allergy triggers. “Often, the combined cost of the electricity, water and mineral supplements used is less than what would be spent on multiple cleaning products,” Stedelbauer points out. It can be created by the half-gallon in a toaster-sized unit onsite and has been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture (for use on meat) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (for use on produce). Also, electrolyzed water won’t harm skin or clothing. Creative Minds Learning Centers’ six locations are recognized by the Oregon Program of Quality as among the top 25 schools in the state. They buy renewable energy from wind, solar and biomass sources. At the school, they compost, plant sustainable gardens, collect rainwater and recycle. Nature preschools in the U.S., nearly 30 sites and growing, use a community nature center as a regular part of their learning program (Tinyurl.com/NaturePreschools). Generally, the children are outdoors for 45 to 90 minutes per day, weather permitting, and flexible activities allow them to investigate their own interests safely. Daily explo-rations build valuable skills like observation, sorting and experimentation. Children experiencing green day care see firsthand how healthy, environmentally sound choices can help make their present and future safe. Telling their parents about their school experiences is a natural bonus.

Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via [email protected].


“During childhood, when the immune system is still devel-oping, there’s a great op-

portunity to set the stage for improved health and resilience,” says Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a family physician and nutri-tional researcher in Flemington, New Jersey, and author of Disease-Proof Your Child. “A healthy diet and lifestyle can help kids avoid common child-hood illnesses like colds, ear infections and allergies, as well as ensure greater resilience against disease later in life.”

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Building Immunity for a LifetimeSimple Ways to Boost a Child’s Long-Term Healthby Lisa Turner

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We’d love it if our kids had fewer sick days away from school, but

what if by bolstering their immune systems now, we could also pro-

tect them from serious diseases going forward?

Community Health, kids that ate the most fruit had a 38 percent lower risk of cancer later in life. Berries, cherries, plums and pomegranates are among the most powerful immune-boosting fruits. For veggies, eat more dark leafy greens, tomatoes, carrots and crucifer-ous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower. Also emphasize whole grains and healthy fats such as those found in nuts, seeds and avocado, advises Fuhrman. Sugar-laden calories depress the infection-fighting activity of white blood cells, says Dr. Alan R. Gaby, of Concord, New Hampshire, author of the textbook, Nutritional Medicine. Even natural sweeteners such as honey and juice have similar ef-

fects when consumed in excess, he says. Try healthy options like pomegranate and kiwi fruit salad; trail mix with raw almonds; dried

cranberries and air-popped popcorn; and hummus with red pepper strips and

baby carrots for dipping.

Pinpoint AllergiesFood allergies and sensitivities can suppress the immune system by increasing inflammation in the body and call for consultation with a health specialist. “Whenever there is extra inflammation, the body has less avail-able energy to keep the immune sys-tem functioning as well as it should,” says Dr. Fred Pescatore, a New York author of The Allergy & Asthma Cure. “It’s like putting the wrong type of gasoline in the car; it hinders your performance.”

Shore Up with SupplementsProbiotics can enhance immune func-tion in children by stimulating white blood cells and reducing inflamma-tion, says Gary B. Huffnagle, Ph.D., a University of Michigan Medical School immunology research profes-sor and author of The Probiotics Revo-lution. They are especially protective against allergies, diarrhea and respira-tory tract infection. Start with yogurt: Serve with cereal; mix with mashed bananas and freeze in ice cube trays for a cool treat; or make smoothies with unsweetened, non-dairy yogurt and frozen berries. Or consider a Lactoba-cillus acidophilus supplement; aim for 5 billion CFUs per day of Lactobacil-lus or bifidobacterium. Ashwagandha (Withania som-nifera), an ayurvedic herb, boosts immunity by supporting and balanc-ing adrenal function, says Dr. John Douillard, Ph.D., a Boulder, Colorado, chiropractor, ayurvedic physician and author of Perfect Health for Kids. The adrenal glands produce cortisol, and overproduction of this “fight-or-flight” hormone can dampen immunity. Ash-wagandha is particularly helpful for preventing colds and can also be used when kids are stressed or tired. For children ages 6 to 12, give 500 milli-grams per day with breakfast; children over 12 can take 1,000 mg a day.

Stabilize Hormonal Changes“Puberty and adolescence are marked by dramatic shifts in and surges of hormones,” says Dr. Richard Shames,


of Sebastopol, California, co-author of Feeling Fat, Fuzzy, or Frazzled? “This is monumental, as far as the develop-ing immune system is concerned. As the immune system is directly linked to hormonal influences, any hormonal imbalance will affect overall immuni-ty.” Shames recommends selenium—a potent antioxidant and general immune booster—to help balance hormones. For children ages 8 to 18, aim for 100 mg per day.

Let ’em Get Dirty“Once a child has been exposed to dirt and germs, the immune system responds by trying to expel those bac-teria from the body, which strengthens immunity,” counsels Jane Sheppard, owner of HealthyChild.com and founding executive director of the Holistic Pediatric Association. Avoid antibacterial soaps, cleansers and gels; most contain the chemical triclosan, which some researchers suspect of contributing to development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Instead, use a natural anti-bacterial gel or make one, by com-bining witch hazel or alcohol, tea tree oil and lavender essential oil.

Stay in the Sun“The sun is our primary source of vitamin D, which has broad effects on the immune system,” Fuhrman says. “Depending on your skin tone and the local climate, about 15 minutes of full sun exposure a day will lead to natural production of sufficient amounts of vitamin D.” If kids have dark skin or live in a cloudy region, they may need vitamin D supplements—at least 200 IU per day.

Laugh Out Loud“You can give your kids the best food and nutrition, but if they have under-lying sadness, their immune system will suffer,” remarks Sheppard. “When you’re happy and when you laugh, your brain releases chemicals that increase immunity.”

Lisa Turner is a Colorado-based health writer.

Dr. Trudy Pieper, ND If a child’s immune system is strong enough when exposed to disease, it will fight off the illness and keep the child healthy. Building the child’s body up through a healthier lifestyle, along with consuming herbs that aid in strengthening the immune system, are primary ways to prevent sickness in the first place. Herbal prevention helps children become more resistant to disease. If children do get sick, the symptoms of the disease can be less severe and the children can recover faster. The key to using herbs with children is to find an acceptable preparation they are able to ingest. Most children cannot swallow capsules, so they need a liquid dosage.

Black Elderberries (sambucus nigra) are antiviral, actually helping to inhibit viruses from entering our cells. They also inhibit the spread of viral infections, are good for the respira-tory system and have a pleasant taste. Brew the berries and/or their flowers as a tea, and drink it hot or cold daily as a prevention tool, or consume one-half to two teaspoons of a liquid extract or syrup daily. They can also be found in gummy form.

Echinacea angustifolia is one of the best herbs for the immune system, and cur-rently the most popular herbal supple-ment in the U.S. It contains a substance that inhibits the spread of bacterial infection. It also is thought to activate and stimulate the production of white blood cells. Obtain a liquid root extract, and blend one teaspoon with another herbal syrup, such as elderberry, to hide the taste. Consume for one week, up to one month total, to build immunity.

Thyme is thought to stimulate the thymus gland, which regulates the im-mune system. It is also a powerful an-tiseptic and disinfectant, and has been used to break up mucus, plus fight colds, coughs, fevers, headaches and sore throats. The herb’s name comes

from thumus, a Greek word meaning “courage.” No courage is required to try some thyme in the kitchen, how-ever. Its aroma and taste are culinary staples of meats, salads, sauces and soups. Use a teaspoon when cooking to beef up a child’s immune system.

Catnip - one whiff immediately sug-gests hints of mint and lemon. Like fellow members of the mint family, catnip contains considerable quanti-ties of both vitamins C and E, each excellent antioxidants that fight free radical damage, a potential cause of illness. Catnip also settles the stom-ach and soothes the nerves. It has long been used as a remedy for colic, gas and indigestion in children. Try a teaspoon of catnip tincture daily, or instead brew the herb fresh or dried in hot water and drink as hot or cold tea.

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Dr. Bryce Arndt, D.C. FIAMAWhen it comes to a decision on whether or not to consider vitamins and supplements for your children, consider the sources of the food and current dietary standards. According to the United States Department of Agri-culture (USDA), a survey of our locally grown produce showed staggering de-clines in nutritional values from 1975 to 1997. In that time, fresh vegetable dropped 27 percent in calcium, 37 percent in iron, 21 percent in vitamin A, and 30 percent in vitamin C. In order to make up for these nu-tritional shortfalls, consider a vitamin or supplement, which are safe if con-sumption is monitored and the Recom-mended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is followed. Also, consult a naturopathic physician or dietician for guidance.

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meditation,” says Gleichauf. Children ages 6 to 12 are wel-come to join the elementary yoga pro-grams. The elementary programs focus more on awareness, finding inner peace and breathing. For Gleichauf, the most surprising thing was how the kids responded positively right away. “You’d hear them say how it made them feel peaceful and how it made them feel calm. It blew me away,” says Gleichauf. All of the classes are used to find creative ways to teach children how to focus and improve concentration and attention. “Yoga gives them an inward connection. As kids begin taking tests or become anxious or find themselves in tricky peer situations, it’s important that they have their own tools to find the calm in the storm,” says Gleichauf. Parents looking to enjoy yoga with their children should try the Par-ent/Child Yoga Program, which allows parents and children to take a yoga class together. Parents also have the option of taking a class at the same time as their children’s class through the Children’s Tandem Yoga program. In addition to the physical and mental benefits, yoga classes can be a place to develop meaningful and

Yoga has long been known for its excellent health benefits. Constant practice helps improve

focus, clarity, flexibility, and physical strength. Yoga has also been shown to promote balance, increase circula-tion, improve coordination, develop core strength, and improve attention. Starting yoga at a young age can be extremely beneficial physically and mentally, and taking classes is a good way to boost social interaction and emotional growth. Local studio Nurture Yoga, in Dublin, offers several classes for children interested in prac-ticing yoga. Nurture Yoga Owner Jennifer Gleichauf has been expanding her children’s programs as demand con-tinues to grow. “I started out getting requests for classes for elementary school kids, and it’s been growing out of requests for other age groups as well,” says Gleichauf. Nurture Yoga’s Preschool Yoga class for children ages 3 to 7 was the first children’s class. It uses music, move-ment and storytelling to let kids express themselves and find inner peace. “We incorporate games and music and try to have a creative version of yoga that also encompasses mindfulness and

long-lasting friendships. Nurture Yo-ga’s Mommy and Baby Yoga Series is a prime example of that. “The sense of community is a big component of this class, especially for new mothers. It’s a safe and comfortable place where you can take care of yourself and your baby,” says Gleichauf. “It’s not a big yoga posing experience, but you get the same benefits in a different way. It provides you with a community and support after a huge life change.” Children of all age ranges and activity levels can benefit from yoga. Children involved in yoga have been shown to have stronger immune systems, get better sleep, and they are able to manage chronic stress more effectively. Those active in sports will see the improvement both physically and mentally. The stretching reduces the risk of injury caused by overexer-tion and concentration levels tend to be more elevated. One very important outcome of yoga in young children is the ability to be less immediately reactive and more mindful of thoughts, speech and actions. “I’ve had everything from the super shy child to an active child and how they respond varies on an indi-vidual basis,” says Gleichauf. “Some children do better in smaller classes than larger classes, but it’s welcoming towards all personalities.” A new Yoga for Teens program will be starting in the fall for children ages 13 to 18. During the four-week class, teens will bond with each other and find ways to find peace in every-day life using skills learned through yoga. Nurture Yoga instruction is of-fered through drop-in classes, or as a weekly series of classes. According to Gleichauf, “The series tends to en-courage commitment, and the comfort level gets higher as they get to know each other. By the end of the class, a bond occurs.”

Location: 6017 Post Rd. For more information, call 614-975-0353 or visit Nurture-Yoga.com.

Felicia Brower is a freelance writer based in Columbus. Connect at Feli-ciaBrower.com or email [email protected].

Yoga for the YoungNurturing the Practice from an Early Age

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Many of us are familiar with yogurt and some of its ben-efits, but what about kom-

bucha, kefir, miso and kimchi? These fermented foods are all good sources of probiotics that can improve the symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), eczema, aller-gies, diarrhea and infant colic. When it comes to optimizing overall health for both adult and pediatric patients, it is increasingly clear that probiotics can play a significant role. By definition, probiotics are helpful bacteria or yeast that benefit intestinal health. Normal human gastrointestinal tracts contain intesti-nal flora, or gut bacteria, referred to as “gut microbiota”. Tens of trillions of diverse microorganisms make up this environment. Microbiota are in-volved in regulating digestion, pulling nutrients from food, supporting me-tabolism, strengthening the immune system, maintaining the intestinal tract integrity and protecting against growth of harmful bacteria. Studies show that while humans share similar intestinal bacteria, about two-thirds of micro-biota is specific to each individual. How do bacteria end up there? A full term baby’s intestinal tract is colonized by the mother’s microbiota during the natural birthing process. Additionally, breastfeeding provides beneficial bacteria (Bifidobacteria) from the mother’s skin and breasts. If a baby is born prematurely, by C-section, or is exposed to antibiotics because the mother received antibiot-ics during labor, that baby is at risk for acquiring less diverse gut flora, and less diversity is less beneficial. Re-search shows that people with condi-tions such as IBS, allergies, asthma or eczema tend to have less diversity in their microbiota. A loss of balance in the gut microbiota, often caused by illness or the use of antibiotics, may contribute

to health problems. Antibiotics kill not only harmful infection-causing bacteria, but also friendly, healthy microorganisms. Including fermented and fiber-rich foods and a probiotic supplement in the diet can help restore balance and fight off many com-mon symptoms of disease. Additional research has shown that probiotics can be especially helpful when it comes to various pediatric medical conditions:

Allergies, asthma, eczema (atopic disease)These common pediatric conditions may be hereditary. Mothers with a significant family history of these con-ditions may be able to reduce, with probiotic supplements, an infant’s risk of experiencing symptoms both before and after birth. A 2008 study conduct-ed in New Zealand showed that when such a mother was given Lactobacilli rhamnosus GG during the last month of pregnancy, followed by the mother and baby taking it for six months post-partum, the risk of eczema was reduced by 50 percent.

Antibiotic-induced diarrheaA review done in 2012 of over 60 published studies on this topic concluded that use of probiotics was associated with an overall 42 percent decreased risk of developing diarrhea caused by treatment with antibiotics.

Saccharomyces boulardii is a pro-biotic yeast that can be found in an over-the-counter supplement specifi-cally for kids, and this product is help-ful in preventing antibiotic-induced diarrhea. In general, it is good to take probiotics a few hours after each antibiotic dose and for an additional one to two months after finishing treatment.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)Studies done in 2010 showed that Lactobacillus GG and Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 reduced frequency and severity of abdominal pain in children with IBS.

ColicAlthough the studies are not consis-tent, there is research that shows Lac-tobacillus reuteri can improve signs of colic in infants. While ongoing research is neces-sary, it is clear that probiotics can provide general and specific health benefits for pediatric patients. A good resource for parents to learn about the effectiveness and uses of certain pro-biotics and supplements is Consumer-Lab.com. Through independent testing of supplements, ConsumerLab.com identifies which products do or do not contain the labeled amount of viable colonies of bacteria. It also provides information on scientific studies. Re-garding safety, parents should always discuss this natural option with their pediatrician before adopting a probi-otic regimen. Children with compro-mised immune systems, or who have IV catheters or indwelling medical devices, should not take probiotic supplements. Dosing for probiotics varies depending on the product and specific indication.

Linda Chun, MD, is an internist and pediatrician who practices integra-tive medicine at the OSU Integrative Medicine Clinic and in the Chronic Pain Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. For more information about integrative health at The Ohio State University, visit Go.OSU.edu/Integra-tiveHealth.

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In the groundbreaking new documentary film, Fed Up, Dr. Mark Hy-

man prescribes a major overhaul of the diets of all family members in com-munities across America to prevent far-reaching unwanted consequences. Hyman practices functional medicine, which takes a whole-system approach to treating chronic illnesses by identifying and addressing their root causes, starting with poor diet. He is also the bestsell-ing author of a series of books based on The Blood Sugar Solution.

What has your experience with Fed Up shown you about the root cause of many diseases?In Fed Up, I met with a family of five to talk with them about their health and understand the roots of their fam-ily crisis of morbid obesity, pre-diabe-tes, renal failure, disability, financial stress and hopelessness. Rural South Carolina, where they live, is a food desert with nearly10 times as many fast-food and convenience stores as supermarkets. The family’s kitchen was also a food desert, with barely a morsel of real food. There were no ingredients to make real food—only pre-made factory science projects sold in cans and boxes with unpronounceable, unrecognizable ingredient lists. This family desperately wanted to find a way out, but didn’t have the knowledge or skills. They lived on food stamps and fast food and didn’t

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know how to navigate a grocery aisle, shop for real food, read a la-bel, equip a kitchen or cook nutritious meals. Their grandmother has a garden, but never taught her children how to grow food, even though they live in a temperate rural area.

What results did the family see

when they changed their eat-ing habits?I got the whole family cooking, wash-ing, peeling, chopping, cutting and touching real food—onions, garlic, carrots, sweet potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, salad greens, even aspara-gus. After 12 months, the mother had lost 100 pounds and was off of blood pressure medication, and because the father had lost 45 pounds, he finally qualified for a kidney transplant. The son originally lost 40 pounds, but because he was stuck in a toxic food environment at school and only able to get a job at a fast-food eatery, he gained much of it back. I’m happy to report that he is now working to get back on track.

How is sugar a primary fac-tor in creating obesity?Of some 600,000 processed food items on the market, 80 percent contain added sugar. Sugar calories act differently from fat or protein calories in the body. Sugar calories drive food addiction, storage of belly fat, inflammation and fatty liver (now

the number one reason for liver transplants). They also disrupt ap-petite control, increasing hunger and promoting overeating, and are biologi-cally addictive. Sugar calories are the major contributor to heart attacks, strokes, cancer, dementia and Type 2 diabetes. Sugar is a root cause behind the tripling of obesity rates in children since the 1970s. As just one example illustrating government policy culprits, although poor people are disproportionately affected by obesity, the food industry vigorously opposes any efforts to limit the use of food stamps for soda. Every year, the U.S. government pays for $4 billion in soda purchases by the poor (10 billion servings annually) on the front end, and then pays billions more on the back end through Medicaid and Medicare to treat related health consequences that include obesity and diabetes.

What are the consequences if we don’t attack the problem of poor diet now?The costs of a poor diet are stagger-ing: At the present rate, by 2040, 100 percent of the nation’s federal budget will go for Medicare and Medicaid. The federal debt soars as our unhealthy kids fall heir to an achievement gap that lim-its America’s capacity to compete in the global marketplace. At the same time, having 70 percent of young people unfit for military service weakens national security. In a detailed scientific analysis published in The New England Jour-nal of Medicine, a group of respected scientists reviewing all the data affect-ing projected life spans concluded that today’s children are the first generation of Americans ever that will live sicker and die younger than their parents. Health issues due to poor diet comprise a national crisis. They threaten our future, not just for those fat and sick among us, but all of us.

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Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.


Singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams, whose infectious hit song, “Hap-py,” has spread joy worldwide,

seems to know the secret to happiness. More than 1,500 people from 140-plus countries have posted their own happy video spinoffs at WeAreHappyFrom.com, inspired by his daylong music video featuring Los Angeles residents from all walks of life dancing and lip-syncing to the tune. Can happiness really be just a fin-ger snap away? It depends on our unit of measurement—a moment versus a lifetime. Research by such authori-ties as Psychologist Martin Seligman, Ph.D., director of the University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Cen-ter, suggests that several basic ingredi-ents are keys to long-term happiness, including a sense of purpose, engaging activities, quality relationships and achievable goals. Ultimately, happiness is a subjective state, gauged only by personal perception. Still, there are quick, simple things we can do to shift our mood into a

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Be Happy NowSimple Ways to Quickly Lift Your Spiritsby April Thompson

This fall, the University of California-Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center will host the first public online course on the Science of Happiness. According to Dacher Keltner, Ph.D., professor of psychology and founding director of the center, the university’s meta-analysis of research indicates that 50 percent of our happiness level is tied to genetics, while only 10 per-cent stems from our environment. “Therefore, about 40 percent of your happiness is up to you,” remarks Keltner. Students will learn practical, scientifically tested strate-gies for nurturing their own happi-ness and tracking progress. Sign up to audit the free course, which has already attracted 40,000 registrants, at Tinyurl.com/UCLA-Happiness.

higher gear, according to Jonathan Robinson, author of Find Happiness Now: 50 Shortcuts for Bringing More Love, Balance, and Joy Into Your Life. “Broadly, happiness shortcuts fall into two categories—those that help in let-ting go of negative emotions and those that help in tuning into or expanding positive feelings,” says Robinson. “The end result is the same.” Practice gratitude. When the day’s affronts seem excessive, we can reframe them by counting our bless-ings mentally or in a journal. Review the day with an eye to everything that went right. “Soon, you’ll start to see ev-erything as a gift,” observes Robinson. Pencil it in. Take a few moments at the start of each week to block out a little time every day for happy activities. Pay it forward. It doesn’t take much to make someone’s day, advises Robinson. Give someone a compliment or a piece of chocolate and watch their attitude instantly change, which in turn lifts you into their happy cloud. Sing and dance. Williams applies

this secret: Moving our bodies and vibrating our vocal chords helps shake us out of our mental cages. “It’s hard to feel bad when you sing. It’s a choice: You can stay angry for four hours or sing for 15 seconds,” Robinson notes. Don’t underestimate the power of a simple jumpstart to happiness. Re-search from the University of Arizona shows that as little as a forced smile not only releases stress-fighting neuro-peptides and mood-lifting serotonin in the brain, it activates a chain reaction of happiness around us.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.


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The best approach is to choose seafood carefully. Oil spills, waste runoff and other envi-

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We love our seafood, a delicious source of lean protein. The latest

data reports U.S. annual consumption to be more than 4.8 billion

pounds of it, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Administration, with the average American eating 3.5 ounces of sea-

food a week. About half of the catch is wild-caught and half farmed.

How do we know which fish and shellfish are safe to eat and good

for ocean ecology?

The truth is that no one fish can be seen as a sustainability darling,

because if it is, it’s sure to be overfished.

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cultural and lawn chemicals. These pollutants can wash out from land to sea (and vice versa). As smaller fish that have eaten pollutants are eaten by larger ones, contaminants accumulate and concentrate. Large predatory fish like swordfish and

sharks end up with the most toxins. Beyond today’s top-selling shrimp, canned tuna, salmon and farmed tilapia, more retailers and restaurants are also providing lesser-known seafood varieties like dogfish and hake as alternatives to overfished species such as sea bass and Atlantic cod. These new-to-us, wild-caught fish can be delicious, sustainable and healthy.

Choices Good for OceansAn outstanding resource for choos-ing well-managed caught or farmed seafood in environmentally respon-sible ways is Seafood Watch, provided through California’s Monterey Bay Aquarium. Information on the most sustainable varieties of seafood is available in a printed guide, updated twice a year. The pocket guide or smartphone app provides instant infor-mation at the seafood counter and restaurant table. Online information at SeafoodWatch.org and via the app is regularly updated. The Blue Ocean Institute, led by MacArthur Fellow and ecologist Carl Safina, Ph.D., supports ocean conser-vation, community economics and global peace by steering consumers and businesses toward sustainably

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The Best in July 2013n Atlantic mackerel (purse seine, U.S. and Canada)

n Freshwater Coho salmon (tank system farms, U.S.)

n Pacific sardines (wild-caught)

n Salmon (wild-caught, Alaska)

n Salmon, canned (wild-caught, Alaska)

The “honorable mention” list includes seafood that contains moderate amounts of mercury and between 100 and 250 milligrams per day (mg/d) of the recommended daily consumption of omega-3s. It also must be classified as a Best Choice for being caught or farmed in environmentally responsible ways at SeafoodWatch.org.

More Healthy Choicesn Albacore tuna (troll- or pole- caught,U.S. or British Columbia)

n Sablefish/black cod (Alaska, Canadian Pacific)

fished seafood. It maintains a data base on 140 wild-caught fish and shellfish choices at BlueOcean.org. Hoki, for instance, might have a green fish icon for “relatively abun-dant” and a blue icon for “sustainable and well-managed fisheries,” but also be red-flagged for containing levels of mercury or PCBs that can pose a health risk for children. As species become overfished, rebound or expe-rience fluctuating levels of contami-nants, their annual ratings can change.

Choices Good for UsTo help make choosing easier, Sea-food Watch has now joined with the Harvard School of Public Health to also advise what’s currently safe to eat. Entries on their list of “green” fish, which can shift annually, are low in mercury, good sources of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids and caught or farmed responsibly. If the top-listed fish and shellfish aren’t locally available, look for the Seafood Safe label, started by Eco-Fish company founder and President Henry Lovejoy, which furnishes at-a-glance consumption recommen-

The international fishery industry operates in a con-stant state of rebalancing while competing interests look for ways to harvest

natural resources without destroying them altogether.

dations based upon tests for contami-nants. Labels display a number that indicates how many four-ounce serv-ings of the species a woman of child-bearing age can safely eat per month. (Find consumption recommendations for other demographics at Seafood-Safe.com.) Expert-reviewed indepen-dent testing of random samples of the fish currently monitors mercury and PCB levels. Lovejoy advises that other toxins will be added to the testing platform in the future. “My dream is to have all seafood sold in the U.S. qualify to bear the Seafood Safe label, because consum-ers deserve to know what they’re eating,” says Lovejoy. “We need to be a lot more careful in how we use toxic chemicals and where we put them.”

Retail RatingsSome retailers also provide details on their seafood sourcing. Whole Foods, for example, offers complete traceabil-ity of the fish and shellfish they carry, from fishery or farm to stores. Their fish, wild-caught or farmed, frozen or fresh, meet strict quality guidelines in regard to exposure to antibiotics, preservatives and hormones. They also display Seafood Watch and Blue Ocean Institute ratings at the seafood counter. Wise seafood choices feed and sustain our families, foster a healthier seafood industry, support responsible local fisheries and keep Earth’s water resources viable.

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.


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the only thing I know that will wear out a 2-year-old German shepherd pup.” The skill of directed retrieval can be described as advanced fetching. Sev-eral toys or dumbbells are placed on the bottom of the pool and the handler tells the dog which item to retrieve. Nautical nosework is the most challenging—five floating objects like tennis balls or dum-mies are launched into the water by another person. The dog must then find, indicate and retrieve the one ball his person has handled. Other fun options are teaching

a pet to tow a raft in the pool or to team swim with his owner. In a more complex aqua-agility exercise, the dog swims a circle around his owner as a prelude to both of them swimming a synchronized, zigzag course between floating markers before returning to their starting positions. Ernie, a 95-pound Labrador retriever that lives with Sierra Prause, a marketing assistant, and Jaron Clin-ton, a search engine content marketer, in Phoenix, Arizona, rides in the storage area of Clinton’s kayak. Ernie came to them at age 4 and has always loved to jump in and swim alongside his owners. “Ernie’s claim to fame is fetching two tennis balls at once,” says Prause. “He wasn’t allowed in the pool at his former home, and now revels in taking a cooling dip after his twice-a-day walks.” Maria Schultz, author of How to SUP with Your Pup, enjoys stand up paddleboarding with her Australian shepherds, Riley and Kona, on riv-ers near her home in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She and Riley learned together in the living room. “I brought the board home and taught Riley how to hop on and off, where to sit or lie on the board, and to relax,” she relates. “I forgot the living room floor stood still. Riley was surprised when he got on the board on the river to find that it moved.” Riley was a good sport about it; within a week, he knew how to ride along. Kona took several months to get the hang of it. “Have patience, make it fun and all positive,” Schultz advises. “Know what motivates your dog. Riley works for food, Kona for praise.” For the more adventurous, Loews Coronado Bay Resort, in San Diego, offers one-hour surfing lessons for canine guests. Taught by Coronado Surfing Academy instructors, the only requirement is that a dog enjoys water. Of course, board shorts and a ban-dana are also provided so that Fido gets the full surfer dude experience. Enjoying warm weather and cool water with man’s best friend provides perfect fun for these dog days of summer.

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Whether donning colorful tutus or making a marathon a girls’ day out, the current

running scene is attracting a broader group of fitness-seekers mindful of the enhanced benefits of a more well-rounded approach. Rather than pursu-ing fierce competition and personal bests, these runners are focusing on social bonding and overall well-being, likely boosting their fitness success. Two main factors are fueling what’s shaping up as a new running boom: women and social media. “The first running-boom era was male-centric and competitive,” observes Ryan Lamppa, of Running USA. He’s referring to the 1970s, when, largely thanks to 1972 Summer Olympic marathon gold medal winner Frank Shorter and The Complete Book of Running, by James Fixx, many were inspired to hook up Walkmans, lace up sneakers and train for distance races. “Today’s running boom is female-centric, much bigger and more focused on health and fitness and completion, rather than competition.” Forget elapsed running time; just cross the finish line and have fun do-ing it, seems to be a growing mantra. Women’s participation hit an all-time high in recent years, comprising 56 percent of the more than 15.5 million runners finishing U.S. races sanc-tioned by Running USA in 2012 and

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61 percent of U.S. half-marathoners in 2013. “Women tend to be more social and more in tune with their health overall, and that’s definitely a driving force,” Lamppa says. Couple the female factor with social media-driven, nontraditional race events and the result is explosive. “Events are fun, community-centered and sometimes charity-driven,” Lamppa says of the many innovations, from paint-splashing 5Ks to mud-slinging obstacle course action, which attracted 4 million entrants last year.

Boosts BondingThese trends could indicate America’s collective progress toward fitness as studies show the social factor plays a huge motivational role in partici-pation. “I think running adherence strengthens when there is account-ability and social support,” remarks Englewood, New Jersey, sports psychologist Greg Chertok, citing a meta-analysis of data in Sport & Ex-ercise Psychology Review that backs his notion. For example, such social exercise events inspire happiness. “If you are physically close to someone that is happy, eager and optimistic, you are naturally going to share those feel-ings,” explains Chertok, who is also a spokesman for the American College

of Sports Medicine. “Just through so-cial connectedness alone, you’ll gain boosted performance and mood.” As a finisher of two Tough Mud-ders (an intense obstacle course challenge), Chertok can personally testify to the benefits of camaraderie. “It’s just like if a married couple got stuck in a storm and had to brave the elements; the act of doing something challenging together is very bonding.” Simply joining a recreational run-ning group—also increasingly popular and often social media-driven—can bolster success. “When a bunch of individuals work together to pursue a common goal, they are incentiv-ized by the group,” Chertok remarks. “You’ll run at a faster clip or go a lon-ger distance if you are with a group, because each runner values the group and doesn’t want to let members down.”

Brings BalanceMixing things up can also improve run-ning performance and decrease risks of injury, enhancing long-term stay-ing power. One study found that eight weeks of simple strength-training exer-cises by conditioned runners boosted their running performances over their conditioned, but non-strength-training peers, as noted in the Health & Fitness Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine. As for injury prevention, every-body, regardless of sport, needs to cross-train, advises Mindy Caplan, a wellness coach in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “In any sport that you engage in, you end up working certain muscles the same way all the time. Then those tighter muscles start to pull on the joints and without stretching, you end up with problems.” Moving the body in different ways helps, and working on stretching and flexibility can elongate muscles and protect tendons and joints. “The new runner of this sec-ond running boom has much more information about training, health and fitness, and injury prevention,” says Lamppa, who occasionally cross-trains by biking and includes some yoga-related stretching as part of his regular routine. “You have to have bal-ance in your running as in your life.


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If you can get to that point, you will get a very positive response from your body and mind.”

Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or [email protected].

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Well-conditioned runners focus on diet, particularly when health foods can put some punch in their pace. Registered Dietician Kelly Pritchett, Ph.D., a University of Georgia assis-tant professor of sports nutrition and spokesperson for the Academy of Nu-trition and Dietetics, shares benefits of two foods that are currently popular with runners. Tart cherries are loaded with flavonoids, antioxidants with powerful anti-inflammatory effects. One study of runners in the Hood to Coast 197-mile relay race from Mount Hood to Sea-side, Oregon, found that cherry juice notably decreased muscle damage and soreness in runners compared with a group imbibing a placebo drink. The runners drank 10.5 ounces of Mont-morency cherry juice twice a day for seven days prior to the race and every eight hours on race day (Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutri-tion). Make sure juices are 100 percent cherry juice. Beet roots contain nitrates, vaso-dilators that relax the blood vessels, allowing them to pump more efficient-ly and increase exercise efficiency. Researchers found that runners eating beets rather than a placebo ran an av-erage of 3 percent faster. According to the study, published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietet-ics, 200 grams of baked beetroots or an equivalent nitrate dose from other vegetables should be consumed one hour before exercise. Nitrates are also found in spinach, broccoli, fennel, leeks and celery.

Whether it is to run a mile or train for a marathon, there are

running clubs for any type of runner throughout Central Ohio. The area is home to various stores that take running seriously; they can provide the perfect shoe, a coach or mentor, or motivate a group of fellow runners. Several neighborhoods have their own groups of residents that put in the road miles, combining exercise with a great way to meet neighbors and take in new parts of the city. Columbus Running CompanyA club for anyone and everyone, Columbus Running Company (CRC) hosts a number of runs throughout the week. Saturday morning runs start at their four CRC locations - Short North, Dublin, Pickerington and Westerville - and draws the biggest crowd with participants of all paces. For the new runner, there are beginner clinics. For the seasoned, elite athletes, there are sponsorship opportunities. CRC also hosts a youth club for elementary school runners. CRC hosts various other weekday runs across the city, open to runners of all paces, with some options tailored to more specific groups.

To see the full calendar, sign up at ColumbusRunningClub.Grou.Ps.

FrontRunner: Bi-annual programs prep members of the FrontRunner club for half to full marathons. The Winter/Spring session gears around the Capital City Half Marathon and other spring races, with the Sum-mer/Fall session training runners for the Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon. With paces from 8:00 to 13:00 minutes per mile, a run/walk group and a walking group, there is an opportunity for anybody to put in the miles. The group mainly uses the Olentangy trail, with other runs taking off across the city.

For more information, visit FrontRun-nerColumbus.com/FR-Training-Group.

Fleet Feet Sports: Fleet Feet provides groups, coaches and mentors to help runners reach their fitness goals. One of their more popular pro-grams, Marathoner In Training (MIT), is offered in two sessions each year and provides structured, progressive schedules customized for the half or full marathoner. MIT offers pace groups every 15 to 30 seconds starting at a 7:30min/mile all the way to a 13 min/mile, with two run/walk groups and a walking only group. MIT meets Saturday mornings, with a speed workout on Wednesday. For the non-marathoner, the No Boundaries group is a beginner run-ner/walker program that meets twice a week.

For more information, visit TrainWith-FleetFeet.com.

Neighborhood Meetups: For the urban Franklin County runner, the Short North neighborhood in Columbus (Meetup.com/Short-North-Running-Club) and the city of Grandview (Meetup.com/Grandview-Running-Club) each host weekly three-to-five mile runs that give athletes a chance to check out some local Columbus sights.

Other Groups: For runners who require a more structured train-ing opportunity, groups like Run Fit (RunFitColumbus.com) and Columbus Eastside Running Club (ColumbusE-astSideRunningClub.com) provide seasonal membership options to train for half and full marathons. tRunners can participate in either the Summer/Fall or Winter/Spring session.

Local Chapters of National Nonprofits: The Franklin County chapter of Girls on the Run (GirlsOnTheRunFranklin-County.org) trains third through eighth grade girls to run a 5K (3.1 miles). The Central Ohio chapter of The Leuke-mia & Lymphoma Society’s “Team in Training” program (TeamInTraining.org/COH) trains individuals and teams, either online or hands-on, to complete a half or full marathon.


where everyone will have an opportunity to experience the amazingly phenomenal shifts in consciousness that can create healing at physical, mental, spiritual, psychological and emotional levels. Instructor: Chuck Reynolds, Certified Matrix Practitioner Level 4. $75. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

Soul Connection – 1-3pm. Discover how to communicate with Angels, Spirit Guides, and Creator/Spirit/Source/The Universe and how to ask for and receive information you need. Receive messages from guides through our psy-chic mediums. $45pp. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 4BYOB (Bring Your Own Baby) Yoga – 9-9:50am. Join Melissa Herzog, CYT as she guides a re-laxing yet stimulating practice that includes baby massage plus yoga poses for mom/dad/caregiver & baby. $12/class. GoYoga, 10225 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell. 614-792-9642. GoYogaUSA.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7Yoga in the Springs Retreats – Thursday 5pm-Saturday 11am. Led by Anne Harding, RYT & Melissa Herzog, CYT, this retreat is all inclusive, providing organic vegetarian cuisine, a perfect combination of yoga, meditation and breath-ing practices. Come feel connected, renewed and revitalized in a natural, artistic & vibrant space. Starting at $375. Glen House Inn, Yellow Springs. 614-946-8281. [email protected]. YogaInTheSprings.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8O u t d o o r Yo g a i n D u b l i n – 9 : 3 0 -10:45am. Sponsored by City of Dublin Parks and Recreation Services, Instructor: Loretta Zedella. Salute the sun while feeling it, and breathe while experiencing a breeze. All lev-els of experience are welcome. Bring a yoga mat and water. Registration Required through Dublin Rec. $15. Dublin Scioto Park, 7377 Riv-erside Dr, Dublin. 614-410-4550. [email protected]. LorettaYoga.com.

Leslie Kaminoff Weekend Workshop – 7-9pm. Intro to Breath-Centered Yoga in the Tradition of Desikachar and Krishnamacharya Yoga. The primary focus will be the basic anatomy of breathing and its relationship to the three bandhas and healthy spinal movement, as well as the role of binding and twisting’s effects on our physiology. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus, Ohio. YogaOnHigh.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9Color Vibrational Energy Workshop – Learn about the seven main color intelligences curative properties of color, color healing for the Chakra System, how Chakras influence you, your moods, thoughts & health. Ways to Absorb Color – Experience a Sensory Color Journey. Learn how to heal yourself with color. $35. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

Leslie Kaminoff Weekend Workshop – 9am-4:30pm. See August 8 listing. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus, Ohio. YogaOnHigh.com.

Personal Pamper Day – 12-4:30pm. Personal Pamper Day will include a welcome gift, Guided Meditation, Sound Therapy with Tuning Forks, Reiki Energy healing, Neck and Shoulder Massage, a parting gift, and a gift certificate for a free 30-minute IlluminAura Restorative Expe-rience. Time Slots begin at 12pm and run every 30 minutes. Last time slot is 4:30pm ending at 6pm. $11. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10Leslie Kaminoff Weekend Workshop – 9am-1pm. See August 8 listing. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus, Ohio. YogaOnHigh.com.

Back to School with Essential Oils: Focus & Memory – 6-8pm. Discuss how essential oils are helpful for improved memory, clarity of thought & focus, and fighting off illness and how you can best prepare yourself for back to school, everyday life, and on the job. Instructor: Melody Lynn Jenkins, M.Msc. Free. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

MONDAY, AUGUST 11BYOB (Bring Your Own Baby) Yoga – 9-9:50am. See August 4 listing. $12. GoYoga, 10225 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell. 614-792-9642. GoYogaUSA.com.

Crystals 101 – 7-9pm. Learn all about crystals. Workshop is perfect for beginners and all

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1David Robson: Learn to Float – 6-9pm. Explore different aspects of the Ashtanga’s Primary Series forward bends with the goal of keeping the body safe. By learning correct technique for the poses, take the pain out of backbending and allow your body to safely go deeper into the postures. This workshop is open to practi-tioners of all levels. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus, Ohio. YogaOnHigh.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2David Robson: Learn to Float – 10am-6pm. See August 1 listing. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus, Ohio. YogaOnHigh.com.

E-Waste Recycling – 10am-2pm. Mozart’s Café hosts a regular event to collect electronic waste (“e-waste”), outdated technology and small appliances that need to be recycled. A $10 dis-posal fee is required for CRT computer moni-tors and TVs. Mozart’s Café, 4784 N High St, Columbus. 614-361-8400. [email protected].

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3David Robson: Learn to Float – 9am-4pm. See August 1 listing. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus, Ohio. YogaOnHigh.com.

Matrix Energetics Experiential Healing Work-shop – 12-5pm. Demonstration of Matrix Energetics, Hands on Healing, Consciousness Shifting tools and several other modalities

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crystal lovers alike. Learn how crystals work, how to choose crystals, how to clean and clear crystals, the best crystals to start with and how to use them for healing. $25. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 12Cooking Demonstration: Cooking Under Pressure – 6-8pm. Dust off that pressure cooker in the cabinet and start making quick and delicious meals. Learn the basics of us-ing a pressure cooker to safely create dishes. Demonstration and tasting led by natural foods Vegan Chef Mark Zedella. $30/Conservatory members, $35/non-members. Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E Broad St, Columbus. 614-715-8022. FPConservatory.org.

Brain Health Discussion – 6:30-7:30pm. Join our open forum discussion about brain health and all the ways to support and improve brain power. We will share five ways to boost brain power and will answer questions about specific interests and concerns. Please call to register. Free. Peak Brain Performance, 97 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington. 614-505-6519. Peak-Brain-Performance.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15Immerse Yourself in Laughter: 9th Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training – All Weekend. Discover everything you need to skillfully lead Laughter Yoga. Reunite with the power of laughter to bring joy and confidence to current leadership skills. Supercharge your sit by play-ing with extended laughter and gamma brain wave production, “Laughter is the new Medita-tion”. $295/New Leader Certification, $110/Currently Certified Laughter Yoga Leaders. Blue Mountain ECO-Friendly Retreat Center, 1032 Hoffmaster Rd, Knoxville, Maryland. 434-964-8152. [email protected]. YogaLaughs.com/training.

Full Body Reflexology Certification – 10am-5pm. Learn techniques in the Natural Electro-Magnetic Process for head-to-toe alignment. Full body reflexology can be a standalone

session or added to your existing massage practice. No background or knowledge in reflexology required. Approved Provider #155 NCBTMB. 12 CEU hrs. Price includes manual and certificate. Instructor: Dr. Gwen Ward. $400. Westerville. [email protected]. 717-228-0612.

Deep Meditation & 12 Strand DNA Activa-tion – 7-8:15pm. Guided visualization with Certified Meditation Instructor and Cymatic Healer Sheri Mollica-Rathburn utilizing color, sound and sacred Solfeggio frequencies to open the receptors of your cells and allow deep relaxation, healing, and DNA activation. Unleash dormant abilities. $20pp. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16Full Body Reflexology Certification – 10am-5pm. See August 15 listing. Westerville. [email protected]. 717-228-0612.

The Empowered Empath –1-3:30pm. Join local Master Intuitives and Reiki Masters at Om2Ohm and learn to celebrate, understand, develop and cope with this ability. $45. Om2Ohm Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

Enchanted Evening – 6-11pm. An elegant summer affair on the lawn at Stratford Ecology Center featuring a buffet of food selections from area restaurants, live jazz music, roman-tic horse-drawn carriage rides, and silent/live auctions. Pre-Registration Required. $65/pp, $125/couple. Stratford Ecological Center & Nature Preserve, 3083 Liberty Rd, Delaware. 740-363-2548. StratfordEcologicalCenter.org.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17Emotional Detox – 1-3pm. Join Sheri Mollica-Rathburn, Certified Meditation Instructor, Cy-matic Healer, and Energy Guide to eliminate negativity and emotional blockages and finally move forward and live more authentically. $25. Om2Ohm Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

Yoga and Acupuncture – 1:30-4:30pm. Move through a light, flowing yoga practice, includ-ing a simple, balancing pranayama practice. Following this, during a wonderfully long savasana, receive a balancing acupuncture treatment. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St. Columbus.

Restorative Yoga – 3-5pm. Combat the negative effects of stress with restful, supported poses designed to restore the nervous system, boost the immune system, and calm the mind. Pam-per yourself with this rejuvenating workshop. No yoga experience required. $30. Nurture Yoga, 6017 Post Rd, Dublin. 614-975-0353. Nurture-Yoga.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20Seed Saving – 6:30-8:30pm. The ultimate in food security: saving seeds.What is meant by open-pollinated, cross-pollination, isola tion distance, and winnowing? We’ll focus on the “low-hanging fruit” like tomatoes - one of the easiest if you’re just getting started raising your own seeds - with a tomato seed saving dem-onstration. Instructor: Erin Harvey of The Kale Yard. $25. The Going Green Store, 909 River Rd, Granville.740-963-9644. [email protected]. TheGoingGreenStore.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21Teacher Training Info Session – 6-7pm. Yoga on High offers teacher training for beginning and advanced teachers. Completion leads to certi-fication through Yoga on High and registration through Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour or 500-hour level. Those considering teacher training should attend this event to meet us, meet some graduates, tour the Center, and discuss the program. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

Mindfulness Unlocked – 7-8pm. Unlock and learn how to breathe mindfully for relaxation, clarity, and self-empowerment during this 60-minute class with Certified Life Coach Carrie Saba and Certified Mindfulness Medita-tion Instructor Sheri Mollica-Rathburn. Free. Om2Ohm Wellness Center, 324 West Case St,


Monthly Reiki Share – 2-4pm. Reiki Master Teachers will lead energy shares for Reiki prac-titioners. Open to all practitioners of all levels. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 24Reiki for Children – 1-4pm. Children ages 6-12 who are just a little more “aware” than other kids their age can learn how to become more confident and how to focus more. Linda Haley will present the basics of energy healing tech-niques in a way that kids will easily understand. Class includes one hands-on attunement. One adult permitted to observe. $60. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

Green Thumb, Great Chef – 6-8pm. Learn a variety of lessons to help gain confidence to start cooking with homegrown food. $65. The Seasoned Farmhouse, 3674 N High St, Columbus. 614-915-9269. [email protected]. CopiaOhio.com

TUESDAY, AUGUST 26A Discussion about Toxins – 6:30-7:30pm. Join an open forum discussion about toxins and how to minimize your exposure. We will share a list of common toxins that can undermine health and how to avoid them. We welcome questions and open discussion throughout the event. Please call to register. Free. Peak Brain Performance, 97 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington. 614-505-6519. Peak-Brain-Performance.com.

Writer’s Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Join Life Coach, writer, musician Heather Doyle to un-leash your creativity & inspiration. This work-shop will engage the senses and incorporate laughter, music, movement, art, and reflection. Workshop designed to allow you to step over the threshold into the flow of creativity and inspiration. $20. Om2Ohm Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27Rollerball Remedies Make and Take – 6:30-8:30pm. Rollerball essential oil workshop. Instructor: Kelli Parrish. Space is limited. $10. Pathways 2 Prevention, 320 Village Ridge Dr, Powell. 419-305-2077. [email protected].

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29Go With the Flow – 7:30-9pm. A unique Yoga and Music collaboration created by Dayton-based yogis Ben Rivet and Tori Reynolds. Designed to get you out of your head and into your breath. Tori’s fluid and fun breath-based vinyasa sequence is scored by Ben’s acoustic guitar and vocals, paced by live-looped beat-boxing and dictated by each class’ abilities. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30Ask the Herbalist - 9am-12pm. Drop in for a chat with a certified herbalist and let us help you use the entire market as your “farmacy”, try to stump us or simply ask us to look something up for you. Fun and educational. We will not be diagnosing, treating, curing, prescribing for or preventing any diseases. Donations grate-fully accepted. Mockingbird Meadows Eclectic Herbal Institute, Worthington Farmers’ Market, Worthington.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31Plant Identification Walk Series - 9-10am. Ex-plore the trails and get to know our medicinal and edible plant neighbors. Each month will feature a different park in the Central Ohio area. Bring guidebooks, binoculars, walking shoes and appropriate clothing. Watch our website for a specific meeting spot. Instructor: Dawn Combs, Mockingbird Meadows Eclec-tic Herbal Institute. Free. Highbanks Metro Park. http://www.mockingbirdmeadows.com/shop/plant-identification-walk-series/

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The Traveling Warrior – 7-8:30pm. Come learn valuable tips for preparing, packing, transport-ing, checking-in, residing, and making any journey more enjoyable. You’ll obtain many tips based on decades of travel. This will be one of your favorite travel resources ever. $26. Peak Brain Performance, 97 E Wilson Bridge, Worthington. 740-965-9458. [email protected]. IntuitiveConcepts.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23Intermediate & Advanced Poses –10am-5:30pm. Designed for teachers and advanced practitioners, this workshop focuses on two categories of poses from a practice and teach-ing perspective—arm balances and dropping back from standing to a full backbend. Receive training and practice in dropping people back without dropping them on the floor. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Den-nison Ave. Ste 201 Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

Creating a Safe Environment & Setting Healthy Boundaries – 1-3:30pm. Donna Alena will draw on her extensive background and exper-tise to show that having healthy boundaries and taking care of oneself is all part of being an ethical practitioner. Instructor: Donna Hrabcakova, MA, ATR, NNTT. Love Offering of $20-$25. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

Intro to Mysore Workshop – 2-3:30pm. Join Taylor Hunt for a unique introduction to the Mysore style of learning. Learn the philoso-phy of the Ashtanga yoga method, have the opportunity to discuss their individual needs, get a better understanding of what to expect in a Mysore-style class, and be guided through the initial sequence of poses. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St. Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

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sundayGrey Budha Community Wellness – 3-4pm. Martial art programs focus on decreasing stress, enhancing health, and promoting personal well-being. $85/month, $65 w/ two hours of community service within the city. Grey Budha Community, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha.Weebly.com.

mondayNo Excuses UA Bootcamp – 5:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Bar-rington Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com.Nia Dance – 9:45-10:45am. Mindful movement to an eclectic mix of music. Develop the body and the mind-body-spirit connections using movement sources, including martial arts, dance arts, and healing arts. $10. Body Awarehouse (behind Hetter Heating & Cooling), 4780 Kenny Rd, Columbus. JillFitness.Webs.com.Reveal Ease Lunchtime Yoga – 12-1pm. Use yoga therapy balls, blocks and yoga poses to release tension from the body. Feel recharged and less stressed as we reveal ease that is under the surface. $15 drop-in. Balanced Yoga, 3526 N High St, Columbus. 614-265-9642. LorettaYoga.com. BalancedYogaStudios.com.Urban Zen – 12:30-1:30pm. Address the symp-toms of PANIC—Pain, Anxiety, Nausea, Insom-nia, Constipation and Exhaustion—that accom-pany disease or injury using gentle movements, restorative yoga poses, body scans, aromatherapy

and Reiki. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Colum-bus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Beginners Yoga – 6-7pm. Learn the fundamentals of yoga including breathing (pranayama) and foundations poses (asana). Focus on form and foundation of each pose and an introduction to yoga philosophy. $50/four-week series. Nurture Yoga, 6017 Post Rd, Dublin. 614-975-0353. Nurture-Yoga.com.Fascial Flow – 6-7pm. Classes incorporate foam rollers, trigger point props, stability equipment, de-velopmental patterning, and yoga to uniquely access and work through tension, pain, and stress. Instruc-tor: Melinda Cooksey, PhD. $20. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. AllLifeCenter.org. YoHikes – 6-7:30pm. 60 to 90 minutes of explor-ing the city and surrounding parks in a new and interesting way. Hikes typically have two to three 15-minute stops for yoga. Grange Insurance Audu-bon Center. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Intuitive Alchemy Psychic Development – 7-8:30pm. Join Master Intuitive Tanisha Richardson for unique, fun and comprehensive psychic development classes. Open to everyone. $12. Om2OhmWellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. [email protected]. Om2Ohm.com. Beginners Meditation Class – 7:15-8:30pm. All beliefs and levels of practice welcome. Learn about different types of mindfulness and benefits of regular practice. $5 suggested donation. Mind, Body, Spirit Academy, 885 High St, Ste 106, Worthington. 614-547-2187. MindBodySpirit-Academy.org.

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combine cardio and strength training. All fit-ness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elemen-tary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper Ar-lington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com. Sunrise Yoga – 6-7am. Gentle but empowering Sunrise Yoga class. Built to bring mindfulness to the day through focusing the mind, energizing the body and bringing clarity to the day. $60/six classes. Shift Classes at Elizabeth Blackwell Center, 3724-A Olentangy River Rd, Columbus. 614-566-5353. OhioHealth.com.Bootcamp – 8:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, and then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com.Energy Exercises, Meditation and Positive In-tentions Class – 6-7pm. Use movement, breath, sound and meditation to achieve well-being of mind, body and spirit. Bring yoga mat or sheet for floor postures. Registration required. $10. 1301 Olentangy River Rd, Ste 200, Columbus. 614-657-0316. [email protected] Asana- 7:30pm. A safe, comfortable, and serene space for people with larger bodies who may not have felt welcomed and honored in other movement classes. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

wednesdayMysore – 5:30-7:15pm. Build an independent practice supported by an attentive teacher and the energy of other students. Mysore style is open to all levels, from beginners to experienced students. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6-7pm. A mixed-level vin-yasa flow class highlighting breathwork, physical postures, savasana and meditation. $15/drop-ins, $72/six-class pass. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 614-314-7253. AllLifeCenter.org.Grey Budha Community Wellness – 6:30-8pm. Martial art programs focus on decreasing


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thursdayNo Excuses UA Bootcamp – 5:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, and then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels wel-come. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com.Grey Budha Community Wellness – 11:30am-12:30pm. Martial art programs focus on decreas-ing stress, enhancing health, and promoting personal well-being. $85/month, $65 w/ two hours of community service within the city. Grey Budha Community, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683.GreyBudha.Weebly.com.Beginner’s Tai Chi – 6:30-7:30pm Join Sifu Chris Alexis to learn basic Tai Chi Chuan postures, movements and breath work for health and well-being, flexibility, stress reduction and balance. $15. Om2Ohm Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.Gentle Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Enjoy slow, medita-tive stretches that open and free the body while releasing and clearing the mind. For beginners and experienced. $60/six classes. Shift Classes at Eliz-abeth Blackwell Center, 3724-A Olentangy River Rd, Columbus. 614-566-5353. OhioHealth.com.

fridayAi Chi in a 91-Degree Pool – 6:15-7am. This relaxation class is a combination of deep breath-ing and slow, broad movements. Benefits include increased flexibility, circulation, and a sense of calm and relaxation. McConnell Heart Health Center, 3773 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus. 614-566-3828. Core Play– 12:15-1pm. Explore gravity, stability balls, BOSUs, and foam rollers for better adapt-ability and resiliency of core functioning. Drop-ins welcome. $20. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 614-314-7253. AllLifeCenter.org.

saturdayYoHikes – 9:30-11am. 60 to 90 minutes of explor-ing the city and surrounding parks in a new and interesting way. Hikes typically have two to three 15-minute stops for yoga. Highbanks Metro Park, Nature Center. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Blissful Path Beginner’s Meditation – 10-11am. Relax your mind and be guided and learn to meditate to overcome stress, anxiety, and gain clarity. $10. Om2Ohm Wellness Center, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE

12 MERIDIANS ACUPUNCTURE & WELLNESS CENTERBrigitta Moskova, Owner and Licensed AcupuncturistNancy J. Heimlich, Licensed Massage TherapistCrystal Berns, Licensed Reiki Master2511 Oakstone Dr, Columbus614-423-8368Info@12MeridiansAcupuncture.com12MeridiansAcupuncture.com

Brigitta builds life balance by spending quality time with clients to identify individual needs. Acupuncture is a natural way to treat conditions ranging from pain, arthritis, headaches, allergies, weight

loss, sciatica, insomnia, fatigue, depression and stress. Nancy (LMT) specializes in Swedish relaxation massage, deep tissue massage and essential oil body wraps. Benefits of massage include increased circulation and mobility, pain and weight management, decreased stress and lowered muscle fatigue. Reiki Master Crystal uses hands-on healing therapy to ease pain and provide emotional balance and clarity. Reiki treatments can help overcome internal obstacles and work to unlock full potential.

ALLERGY TESTING

COLUMBUS LASER ALLERGYGinny Johnsen, RD, LD, CLTBeecher Wellness Center428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, [email protected]

Beecher Wellness Center’s Laser Allergy Relief Program helps patients with the

LZR7™ System, which works by targeting the problem at its source – the immune system. Since medications and shots only treat symptoms, their results are only temporary and require continual daily, weekly and monthly doses for several years. Our system differs by painlessly and effectively identifying allergens and re-educating the immune system to no longer react inappropriately to allergens.

AUTOMOTIVE

HONEST-1 AUTO CAREDanni & Michael Diol, Owners1030 Old Henderson Rd, [email protected]

Honest-1 Auto Care is 100% ESA Certified Eco-Friendly, caring for all makes and models including Hybrids with a FREE EV charging station on site. Honest-1 leads the industry in numerous eco-friendly initiatives, including strict recycling of automotive materials, pollution prevention, resource conservation and offering Eco-Friendly Auto Care services such as the ECO TuneUp and ECO Oil Change. In addition to its high environmental standards, Honest-1 has a unique family-friendly atmosphere, characterized by clean and upscale waiting areas, Internet cafés stocked with complimentary beverages and snacks, and shuttle service. See ad, page 23.

BEAUTY PRODUCTS/SERVICES

BALANCE BEAUTY SPAKelly Walton, Owner679 G. High St, Worthington614-745-9250Kelly@BalanceBeautySpa.comBalanceBeautySpa.com

Balance Beauty Spa is a relaxing loft-style spa where licensed esthetician and manicurist, Kelly, is dedicated to bringing you the healthiest choices when it comes to your beauty, using all-natural and organic products. Please visit her website for

complete product and treatment information.

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JuicyforSure™ produces local , a r t i san-craf ted , luxurious and eco-conscious skin care products made with organic, wild-harvested and 100 percent pure plant botanicals. We offer body

lotions and butters, which are always packaged in glass and free from parabens, pthalates and petroleum. All items are non-carcinogenic, will not disrupt hormones, are gluten-free, non-GMO and truly vegan. We sell to retail and wholesale customers. See ad, page 39.

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THE NATURAL NAIL SPA8487 Sancus Blvd, Columbus 614-985-3205 [email protected] TheNaturalNailSpa.com

Incorporating the most n a t u r a l p r o d u c t s a n d processes for manicure, pedicure and waxing, while maintaining the highest

level of cleanliness and sterilization available. See ad, page 13.

THE OIL APOTHECARYErica Cornwell, OwnerP.O. Box 957, Sunbury614-264-0120Erica@TheOilApothecary.comTheOilApothecary.com

The Oil Apothecary offers healing hand salves, sugar and salt scrubs, baby balms and pet ointments. Founder Erica Cornwell is a Licensed Esthetician who specializes in holistic care. All the products

she has created are handmade, gluten-free, vegan, not tested on animals (cruelty-free), and contain 100 percent organic ingredients. Custom orders can be placed online or by email.

VIRTUE SALONMelanie Guzzo3333 N High St, Columbus614-725-2329VirtueVeganSalon.com

Committed to helping men and women enjoy the luxuries of the modern beauty industry without ha rming an imals , the environment or our health. We are dedicated to working

in an organized, stress-free environment while enjoying a holistic lifestyle within true community. See ad, page 24.

BIOFEEDBACK

BRAIN CORE THERAPYDeb Wellmes, MA, CCC/SLP, NDBeecher Wellness Center428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, [email protected]

Brain Core Therapy™ provides a unique, drug-free approach to treating Brainwave D y s r e g u l a t i o n , a cond i t ion b rought

about by tension on the nervous system from a variety of factors. Brainwave Dysregulation may be associated with several neurological conditions such as ADD/ADHD, insomnia, panic attacks, autism, anxiety, memory loss, TBI, migraines and PTSD.


BRAIN HEALTH

PEAK BRAIN PERFORMANCEHEALTH & RELAXATION CENTERLisa Witherow, MS, Owner, Brain Performance TechnologistDavid Disheroon, Brain Performance Technologist97 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington614-505-6519Info@Peak-Brain-Performance.comPeak-Brain-Performance.com

Brain health is critical to the overall wellness and regulation of all systems in the body. We offer health-promoting solutions to improve your quality of life, addressing stress and the chronic symptoms of ADD, anxiety, depression and sleep issues. Call to learn more about our individualized plans. See ad, page 33.

CLEANING SERVICES

ECOMAIDSTom & Amy Keating 305 E 5th Ave, Columbus 614-429-6330 EcoMaids.com

Ohio’s premier green cleaning company, providing eco-friendly cleaning services to homes and businesses

throughout the Greater Columbus area. We use Green Seal-certified cleaning solutions, and methods, multi-level HEPA-filtered vacuums, and microfiber tools and cloths. Our employees are screened, bonded and insured, and trained in the most progressive green cleaning techniques. See ad, page 33.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

GENTLE WATERSBeth Seemann, Clinically Trained Certified Colon HydrotherapistMember of GPACT48 Public Sq, Mount [email protected]

When combined with a healthy lifestyle, colon h y d r o t h e r a p y

helps maintain proper homeostasis, the correct stability and balance of the body’s internal environment. Gentle Waters uses a closed system called Toxygen, made by Dotolo, that is FDA(US)/CE(EU) certified for medical use. We pair this with ColoLAVAGE, a safe and effective method of colonoscopy prep. Gentle Waters is the only colon hydrotherapist in Central Ohio that has been clinically trained in the ColoLAVAGE method. See ad, page 32.

DAY CARE - ORGANIC

THE BARRINGTON SCHOOLDani Schneider, Director6046 Tara Hill Dr, [email protected] Malagisi, Director 10655 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell [email protected]

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prepared from natural, fresh ingredients and free-range, non-processed meats. We have exceptional teacher to student ratios, and all our instructors are experienced and well-educated. Daily classes are offered in gymnastics, dance, music, soccer and Spanish language instruction. See ad, page 18.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH OASISKate Dixon, Loomis Digestive Specialist, CNHP, Certified Colon HydrotherapistDr. Michael H. Fritz, Chiropractor, Certified Applied Kinesiologist, Certified Microscopist, Naturopathic Doctor10223 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell614-717-9144Info@AlternativeHealthOasis.comAlternativeHealthOasis.com

Each year statistics show that more Americas complain of d i g e s t i v e p a i n . T h e s e discomforts are commonly attributed to symptoms such as: stomachache, allergies, skin problems, depression, anxiety,

immune dysfunctions and diarrhea. They may also be related to chronic pain, bloating and cramps. We believe diet and digestion play a major role in the prevention and reversal of chronic degenerative disease. We objectively test and compare against our extensive patient history survey to determine which specific enzymes and nutrients are missing from the client, and then help bring the body back into balance.

ESSENTIAL OILS

DOTERRA ESSENTIAL OILSLori & Mark Vaas, Diamond Wellness Advocates614-582-7680LoriVass@gmail.comHealing-Essential-Oils.com

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

DR. BRYCE ARNDT, D.C. FIAMAServing Central Ohio614-382-2710 [email protected]

We find the source of symptoms b y u t i l i z i n g f u n c t i o n a l medicine, blood and hair analysis. We are then able to fix the problem, on a natural level, through addressing nutrition and supplementation. See ad, page 9.

HEALTH COACH

PATHWAYS 2 PREVENTIONKelli Parrish, RN, BSN, Holistic Health CoachBased in Powell419-305-2077KelliParrish@Pathways2Prevention.comPathways2Prevention.com

Pathways 2 P r e v e n t i o n provides you with the tools

and information you need to create optimal health. We give an individualized, simple and natural approach to healthy nutrition and lifestyle changes. Pathways offers personalized one-on-one health coaching, face-to-face or via teleconference, in addition to group programs, grocery store tours, and workshops. See ad, page 17.

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HOME HEALTH CARE

INTEGRITY HOME HEALTH2577 Ferris Road, Suite A, Columbus614-414-7808IntegrityHomeHealthLLC.com

In tegr i ty H o m e H e a l t h combines

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INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRY

BRAIN ENERGY MDDr. Linda Cole, MD698 Morrison Road, Columbus614-887-7731BrainEnergyMD.com

Optimize your journey to wellness. Specializing in t r e a t m e n t p l a n s f o r depression, mild cognitive impairment, adult ADHD, OCD, anxiety and other mood disorders. Integrative P s y c h i a t r y c o m b i n e s

medical and holistic approaches to find and correct the underlying causes of disease, by first looking where problems tend to begin (in your gut, immune and endocrine systems) and then testing for your particular imbalances and deficiencies.

MEDITATION

OM2OHM WELLNESS STUDIOSheri Mollica-Toth, Owner, C.MI, IAMI324 West Case St, [email protected]

Om2Ohm will change the way you think about stress management. We offer Peace Management for individuals a n d g r o u p s , t e a c h i n g management of daily peace as opposed to stress. Through C e r t i f i e d M e d i t a t i o n

Instruction, Sound Healing, Chromotherapy, Mindfulness based guidance, Energy and Body Work we will transform and empower you. Allow yourself time for peace in our beautiful Om2Ohm wellness center, leave your worries at the door and enter into your “Om away from home”.

MINDFULNESS

ALKIRE CREEK WELLNESS CENTERJorden B. Weiss, DO Patricia Bright ACC, MBSR Instructor 279 N State St, #102, Westerville [email protected] AlkireCreekPsychiatry.com

Alkire Creek Wellness Center is dedicated to presenting instruction that helps participants re-balance their lives and reduce their stress levels. Our Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course is conducted five times per year, either as a 7-week adult class or as a 4-week teen class. Mindfulness is widely taught and researched as a tool for our modern times. It is a method of paying attention that focuses the individual on showing up to be present and engage in the moment, using techniques to reshape habits and behaviors that are no longer producing positive outcomes. Come learn new skills for a better you.

NATURAL DENTISTRY

DENTAL ALTERNATIVESDr. Richard DeLano, DDS, MS150 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Suite 150, Worthington614-888-0377DentalAlternatives.net

Dental Alternatives is the dental office of Richard M. DeLano III, DDS, MS. Dr. DeLano pract ices

general dentistry with a holistic approach. He takes time with his patients to explain the choices they have concerning their oral health. Dental Alternatives is a mercury-safe and fluoride-free dental practice. Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 17.

NATURAL FOODS

BEXLEY NATURAL MARKET508 N Cassady Ave, Bexley614-252-3951BexleyNaturalMarket@yahoo.comBexleyNaturalMarket.org

The Bexley Natural Market is a not-for-profit coop-e ra t ive g rocery s to re dedicated to providing food of the highest possible nutritional quality to our members and community.

We provide many local and organic products, bulk foods, organic herbs and spices, as well as a vast array of vitamins and supplements to support the health of our customers. We like to support local businesses and farmers by being a space in which their products are available. See ad, page 11.

CARTS HEALTHIER VENDINGChad Tannehill, Owner800-567-9702Chad@CartsHealthierVending.comCartsHealthierVending.com

Carts Healthier Vending p r o v i d e s n u t r i t i o u s v e n d i n g o p t i o n s t o b u s i n e s s e s / s c h o o l s /facilities in central and

north central Ohio. We help you promote a more natural lifestyle by offering healthier snacks and drinks to your customers and employees, with no additional cost to your location. See ad, page 8.

NATURE’S PATH MARKET1360 Cherry Bottom Rd, Gahanna614-476-6159NaturesPathMarket.com

Nature’s Path is a prominent source of vegetarian and vegan products, offering organic, eco-conscious and down-to-earth

items. Our mission is to promote a benevolent, eco-friendly and vegan lifestyle. We strive to be fertile ground where seeds of love can be planted to grow in health and harmony. See ad, page 7.

RAISIN RACK NATURAL FOOD MARKET2545 W Schrock Rd, Westerville614-882-5886RaisinRack.com

Raisin Rack offers a complete variety of organic groceries, including gluten-free

foods, vegan/vegetarian products, and dairy-free items. Bulk grains, herbs, nuts and seeds accompany organically-grown fruits and vegetables, as well as a complete selection of vitamins, minerals, herbals and other nutrients from leading national brands. See ad, page 14.

NATUROPATHY

PHOENIX WELLNESS CENTERDr. Trudy Pieper, ND10 S Main St, Johnstown740-616-9949PhoenixWellness4U.com

Trudy Pieper, ND, is board certified by the American N a t u r o p a t h i c Medica l Cer t i -

fication and Accreditation Board, the oldest and largest professional naturopathic medical association in America. Dr. Pieper is a traditional naturopath and believes in personalized care based on your health concerns. The main goal of naturopathy is to do no harm, and we achieve this through providing herbal , natural folk, homeopathic and lifestyle recommendations for better health.


PSYCHOLOGICALCOUNSELING

GEORGE O. SCHULZ, PH.D.5178 Blazer Pkwy, Dublin 614-766-0379 EMAPDrSchulz.com

Dr. Schulz is a licensed psychologist who specializes in a gentle, integrative approach that provides: relaxation, release from post-traumatic stress, and relief from depression, anxiety or panic attacks. He provides skills training for both healthy conflict resolution and building healthy interpersonal relationships at home and work. He is grounded by an inclusive, faith-based Christian perspective that involves grace, forgiveness and a loving Creator, instead of fear or judgment.

REAL ESTATE

DUNIGAN REAL ESTATE GROUPCindy Dunigan, Realtor3500 N High St, [email protected]

There are only a handful of Realtors in the Central Ohio area t h a t c a r r y t h e N a t i o n a l Association of Realtors GREEN designation, and Cindy Dunigan is one of them. She has taken the

initiative to encourage the industry to produce more sustainable homes, and helps communities to reduce their consumption by implementing sustainable practices. Cindy is devoted to reducingher own footprint on the environment, and livesby her motto: “We can make a significant impacton the world around us one person at a time.”

REIKI

THE REIKI CENTERLinda Haley, RMT Director 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus 614-486-8323 TheReikiCenter.net

The Reiki Center is a compre-hensive natural wellness center which understands the relation-ship between your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs. Practitioners work closely

with you to bring each aspect of your life into greater harmony. See ad, page 35.

REIKI RIGHTKim Flood, [email protected]

Kim is a certified Reiki Master Teacher and a certified quantum e n e r g y p r a c t i t i o n e r o f T h e t a H e a l i n g ® , G a r c i a Innerget ics™ and Avesa Quantum Healing™. Private

healing sessions provide a unique and custom approach to well-being using both disciplines. Reiki is used for deep relaxation and to release stress and negative emotions. Quantum healing delves into the past to locate the triggers for the reoccurring issues preventing you from living the life you deserve.

SPIRITUAL WHOLENESSCENTER

WINDING PATH COTTAGE, LLCElizabeth Buchal-Condon, Director149 Morse Rd, Columbus614-519-9743BetsyBC@WindingPathCottage.comWindingPathCottage.com

Understanding the balance of heart, body, and soul that are essential for wellbeing and wholeness, we incorporate a unique blend of Spiritual Direction, Karuna Reiki™ and Shamanic Healing into

our practice. Listening deeply to your sacred stories, we create a custom healing session that can aid in the release of stagnant energies and offer relaxation, inviting change and growth. We also offer Usui and Karuna Reiki ™ classes, in addition to private yoga sessions.

VETERINARY

HEALTH & HARMONY ANIMAL HOSPITALDr. Kimberly West & Dr. Evelyn Tannhof1117 W 1st Ave, Columbus614-360-3941HealthAndHarmonyAnimalHospital@gmail.comHealthAndHarmonyAnimalHospital.com

To honor our patients, Health & Harmony A n i m a l H o s p i t a l ensures that each client is confident in the care

they are receiving for their animal companion, comfortable with all aspects of the hospital and staff, as well as engaged in all areas of their pet’s health and well-being. We focus on the pet as a whole: mind, body and soul. See ad, page 35.

LIFETIME PET WELLNESS CENTERDr. James Carlson454 Lazelle Rd, Columbus614-882-2100LPWC@LifetimePetWellness.comLifetimePetWellness.com

Lifetime Pet Wellness Center is a full service veterinary hospital that practices both conventional and alternative medicine. We are not just a veterinary hospital, we are a facility that CARES. Lifetime

Pet Wellness is a wonderful place to be, and you can feel it when you walk through our doors. See ad, page 24.

WELLNESS CENTER

WORTHINGTON OPTIMAL WELLNESSDr. Julia Keiser 6180 Linworth Rd, Worthington 614-848-5211 [email protected] WorthingtonOptimalWellness.com

Worthington Optimal Wel lness has been helping people reach their optimal health for over 25 years through;

Master Level Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Expert Massage, Natural Weight Loss. Nutritional Cleansing, Allergy Cessation and other holistic treatments. Visit central Ohio’s most experienced and comprehensive wellness center at Worthington OptimalWellness.com. See ad, page 31.

YOGA

YOGA IN THE SPRINGS RETREATSMelissa Herzog, CYT, Retreat Facilitator614-946-8281YogaInTheSprings@gmail.comYogaInTheSprings.com

Yoga & Wellness Retreats in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Choose from 2 locations, The Glen House Inn or Grinnell Mill B&B. Offering organized quarterly retreats as well as private, personalized group retreats.

YOGA ON HIGHJasmine Astra-elle Grace CEO , Partner, Registered Yoga Teacher1081 N High St, Columbus614-291-4444YogaOnHigh.com

Our core Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Hatha programs allow new students to safely learn

yoga basics and explore their own body-mind connection, while our advanced asana classes and guest teachers offer the experienced student the opportunity to deepen their practice. We offer a number of specialty classes for moms-to-be, children, teens, and physically challenged or disabled students. See ad, page 5.


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