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Let Us Resolve

We will be there for one another as fellow members of humanity, in the finest sense of the word.

~ Göran Persson, former Prime Minister of Sweden

Withthecomingofthenewyear,Ididalittleresearchonthemostcommonresolutionspeoplemake.Asyoumightexpect,theInternetpopsupplentyofTop10listsderivedfromU.S.surveysofvaryingcredibility.Yetthemost

interestingthingtomeistheirsimilarities.It’shardlyasurprisethatlosingweight,gettingfitandquittingsmoking,whichshowupyearafteryear,makemostofthelists,oftennearthetop.

Thenumberoneitemsarealmostuniversallyhealthrelated.Thatsaysalotaboutus:Ourlifestylechoicescount.Peoplewanttofeelempoweredtotakecontroloftheirownwell-being.America’sconventionalhealthcaresystemisfallingfarshortofthemark.Theremustbeabetterway.

RecentlyIwatchedavideocalledEscape FirethatmayberentedatiTunesandAmazon.comforabout$4.Ittellsthestoryofourhealthcaresystem’sfailingsandthereasonswhy,butalsodemonstratesthepossibilitiesforabetterstandardofnationalhealthconsciousnessusingamoreholisticandintegrativeapproach.

Wouldn’titbegreatifindividualresolutionstocreateabetterworldinspecificwaysshoweduponGoogle’sTopTenlists?Thenaturalandhuman-madedisastersexperiencedin2012alonecompelustodeeplyconsiderGöranPersson’scalltocar-ingactions.

Itallpromptedmetocreatemyownlistofintentionsforcreatingabetterselfandcontributingtoabetterworldin2013:1)Beopentopossibilitiesforchange;2)Neverhurtanyone;3)Givegenerouslytothoseinneed;4)Reducemyowncarbonfootprint;5)Readwidely;6)Spendmoretimewithfamilyandfriends;7)Advocateforfairnessandjustice;8)Sitless;9)Meditatemore;10)Laughasmuchaspossible.

Resolutionsareallaboutpossibilities.Ifwebelieveitispossibletohaveasus-tainableworld,wewillmakeitso.Likewise,ifwebelievewearethemastersofourownhealth,wewillmakethathappen,too.

SharonBruckman,Natural Awakenings’founderandCEO,saysshehasmovedfrombeinganoptimisttobeinga“possibilist”.Perhapsthisisthedirectionweshouldallbemovingintomake2013ayearofmagnificentpossibilities.

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Start the Year Clutter-FreeStasiaCymesasks“Doyouhavetoomuchstuff?”AmongtheNewYear’sresolutions

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Cymesmakesiteasybydoingmuchofthephysicalwork.Alltheclienthastodoissitbackandanddecideifsomethingisimportanttothemornot.Shesaysshecanmakeadramaticdifferenceinahomeinasinglethreehoursession.CleartheClutterisaGradeAbusinessonAngie’sList.Free20minuteconsultationsareavailable.

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All Things Local RadioEvery Saturday morning,WGSO 990

AM radio has a show focused on“AllThingsLocal”from9to10a.m.Theshow,thebrainchildofHollygroveMarketco-founder and science teacher KevinFitzwilliam, is geared to promoting thelocal economy and sustainability.TheshowhasbeenontheairsinceJuly2011.

“Thegoalof theshowis to informlistenersaboutthesourceoftheproductsthattheybuy,tohelpthemtobeactivein the local economy, as a consumer,”hesaid.“…Theycanbebetterinformedabout the products they buy, whethertheyareconcernedforthehealthoftheenvironmentortheywanttheirmoneytostayinthecommunitylonger.”

The show also serves as a vehiclefor artists and entrepreneurs to learnhow they can “get into the game” andbecome a part of the local economy.Periodically the show addresses topicsthathelplistenerslearnnewskills,suchasfixing theirbicycleorcooking.Mostimportantly, the show presents “useful,practical information” with a backdropof sustainability. Starting in December,FitzwilliambeganincludingsegmentsonthegreeningofMardiGraseveryweek.

“Weinterviewthepeoplewhoare‘making it happen’ to give practicaladvice to our listeners,” said a pressrelease.

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Statewide Energy Efficiency Rules PassOn December 12th, the Louisiana Public Service

CommissionvotedtoapproveastatewideEnergyEfficiencyResourceStandard.EnergyefficiencyprogramsarepopularacrosstheUnitedStatesbecausetheyhelpfamilies and businesses save money.The LouisianaPublicServiceCommission(LPSC),inpartnershipwiththeSierraClub,theAllianceforAffordableEnergy,and

other interveners,havebeenworkingon these rulessince 2009, according to a press release from theAllianceandSierraClub.

Theruleswillfollowatwophaseprocess.PhaseIwillrequireutilitiestodesignandimplementefficiencyprograms,whereinvestmentiscappedat0.5%ofgrossrevenuesorabout$25-30million.Industrialcustomersof5megawattsorlargerareexempt.

PhaseIIwilldecidethelong-terminvestment,determinehowlargeindustrialswillparticipate,andwhatcompensationforlostrevenueswillbeallowedfortheutilities.

“Withthepassageoftheserules,Louisianafamilieswillbeabletoenjoythehealthandprosperityofacleanenergyeconomy,”remarkedJordanMacha,theGulfStatesRepresentativeoftheSierraClub.

CaseyDeMossRoberts,ExecutiveDirectoroftheAllianceforAffordableEnergysaid“……ThesenewruleswillhelpLouisiananslowertheirenergybillsandusethosesavingsforothercriticalneedslikemedicineandfood.”

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Wisdom and Wellness FairAn all-ageWisdom andWellness Fair will

beheldatOurLadyofWisdomHealthcareCenteronFriday,January18from9a.m.to4p.m.TheeventissponsoredbyOurLadyofWisdom,LifeLineScreeningandCVSPharmacy.

A featured speaker at the fair will be Dr.Michael Jazwinski, Ph.D., Director ofTulane’sCenter forAging, who will speak on “Genes,AgingandPublicHealth.” Areceptionwillbeheldfollowingthepresentation.

Inaddition toexhibitingprofessionals,LifeLine Screening will offer ultrasound diagnostictestingatadiscountforattendeeswhopreregisterwith thiscode:HSC5313.CVSwillprovideflushots,whichmaybecoveredbyinsurance.

OurLadyofWisdomHealthcareCenter islocated at 5600 General De Gaulle Dr., NewOrleans,70130.Admissionandparkingarefree.

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Repurposing Christmas Trees

For almost 20 years, theChristmasTreeProgramwas

an annual series of events thattransplanted discarded treesto contraptions in the marshesthat built land and protectedshorelines. Budget cuts forcedthestatetoeliminatetheprogramtwoyearsago,butJeffersonandOrleansParishesarekeepingitgoingonashoestring.

OnJanuary12,volunteers fromJeffersonwillloadupboatswithtreesdestinedforso-called“cribs”in thenearbymarshesofGooseBayou,near LakeHermitage.Unlikeinpreviousyears,thiswillbetheonlydayofChristmastreetransportformarshrestoration.SometreeswillbeusedforprojectsinPlaqueminesParish,andtheremainderwillbechippedforcompost.

“This is a great tool for public awareness towards the loss of ourwetlands,”saidJasonSmithofJeffersonParishEnvironmentalAffairs.Andifthestructuresinthemarsharenotreplacedwithtrees,hesaid,theywillnotbeabletocontinuedoingtheirimportantworkofprotectingthewetlandsbehindthem.Thestructuresshouldberefilledannuallybecausethetreesdecomposequicklyduetothewaveenergyandwater.

Thecribsslowdownthewaterasthewavesbreakagainstthem,allowingtheareabehindthemtobecalmerandthesedimentinthewatertosettleout.“Theareabenefitsfromaccretionofsoil,”Smithexplained,“whichallowsforthegrowthofemergentandaquaticvegetation,creatingfisherieshabitat.”

Those interested in using their boats for the project, which starts at 8 a.m. on January 12, or helping to load and unload should contact Jason Smith at 504-731-4612 and come to Cochiara’s Marina, 4477 Jean Lafitte Blvd. in Lafitte.

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Fresh Start at Transform NOLA

MiaOramous,ownerofTransformNOLA, wants to make it easy

tohavea fresh start in thenewyearwith some introductory offerings.Anintroductorytoningandstrengtheningclass, Fitness Fridays, will be offeredJanuary4,11and18 from6 to6:50p.m.Those looking for flexibility,strength and help calming the mindafter the bustle of the holidays, willfindrefugeintheBeginner’sYogaclassscheduled for January 5, 12 and 19from1to3p.m.

Private sessionsareavailable forthose who are uncomfortable in agroup setting, or who have specificgoals,or injuries toaccommodateorwhojustwantassurancethattheirformiscorrect.PrivatesessionsaretaughtbyOramous,a500-RYT(RegisteredYogaTeacher) andACE-Certified personaltrainer.Privatesessionsconsistofyoga,Pilates,strengthandresistancetraining,oracombinationofanyofthethree.Oramous designs a program that fitsthe client’s temperament, body andgoals.The initial consultation healthassessmentiscomplimentary.

For those wanting to deepentheir yogapractice, a200-hour yogateacher training will be offered overeight weekends, beginning February22throughOctober2013.

For TRX work and yoga c lass schedules, check the website at www.TransformNOLA.com. To register for any of the New Year intro classes or the yoga teacher training, contact Mia Oramous at 985-640-2648. Transform NOLA is located at 8422 Oak St., New Orleans, 70118. See ad on page 24.

Retreats at Flowering LotusThere are several weekend

retreats at the FloweringLotus Meditation and RetreatCenterinMagnolia,Mississippitakingplaceearlyin2013.

CarlaBrennan,anInsightMeditation teacher based inSanta Cruz, California, willlead Mindfulness and Self-Compassion:TheTwoWingsofMeditation from January18th to20th.Therewillbeinstructioninbothsittingandwalkingmeditationaswellaspracticesthatfosterself-compassion.ParticipantswillpracticeNobleSilence,limitingspeakingtoonlywhatisnecessary.

From February 1st to 3rd, Bill Savage will leadConsciousnessoftheChakras:aKundaliniYogaRetreat.Kundaliniyogacompriseschantingandmusic,breathing,handgestures,bodylocks,posturesandexercises.SavageisaLevelIIKundaliniyogateacher.

Retreats at Flowering Lotus are donation based. Guidelines for donations are available online. For more information on the retreats and leaders or to register for a retreat visit: www.floweringlotusmeditation.org or call Dolores Watson at 504-905-4090. See ad on page 19.

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CHAT is a wholistic wellnesseventdesignedtopromotecommunityhealth and health resource awareness through informationsharing, demonstrations, screenings, presentations and artinstallations.

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healthbriefsKeep Tabs on Radiation ExposureThecumulativeexposuretoionizingradiationusedinmedical

diagnostictestsfromdentalandchestX-rays,mammograms,heart health exams and other procedures adds up, oftenreachingorsurpassingtherecommendedlifetimelimitof100milliSieverts(mSv)setbytheAmericanCollegeofRadiology,accordingtoarecentHarvardMedicalSchooladvisory. Amongtheteststhatemitionizingradiationarecomputerized

tomography (CT scans) , cardiaccatheterizations,coronaryCTangiograms,cardiaccalciumscoringand some typesof stress tests. Heart tests that pose noradiationriskincludeelectrocardiography(ECG),echocardiography,ultrasoundandmagneticresonanceimaging(MRI). Dr. Warren Manning, chief ofnoninvasivecardiacimagingandtestingatBethIsraelDeaconessMedicalCenter,in Boston, and a Harvard MedicalSchool professor, advises, “One or twoCTscansovera lifetime isappropriate.Butifyouhaveaconditionthatrequiresrepeatedmonitoring,atestthatdoesnotexpose you to ionizing radiation maybe preferred.” Many radiologists takeprecautionstominimizeclients’radiationexposure,suchasperformingcardiacCTscans with one-sixth the conventionalradiationdose.

a gmo-Free grocerY listAccordingtoarecentarticlepublished

in Green American magazine,93percentofAmericansbelieve thatgeneticallymodified foods shouldbelabeled.However,onlyUSDA-certifiedorganicproducts cannot intentionallycontaingeneticallymodifiedorganisms(GMO),soidentifyingGMOfoodsandproductsinatypicalU.S.grocerystoreis difficult.The following informationcanhelp. TheU.S.DepartmentofAgriculture(USDA)confirmsthatlargepercentagesof thenation’scropsweregeneticallymodified in 2011: 94 percent ofconventional soy and soy products;90percentof cottonseed, a commoningredientinmargarine,saladdressingsand oils; and 88 percent of corn,contained in breakfast cereals, cornflour products such as chips andtortillas,high-fructosecornsyrup,soupsandcondiments.Morethan 90percentof the U.S. canola crop also is nowgeneticallymodified. The Independent,oneofEngland’sleadingnewspapers,reportedin1999thattheartificialsweeteneraspartamehas been made with geneticallymodif ied bacteria s ince 1965.Aspartame,inconclusivelylinkedwithnumeroushealthrisks,ispresentinmorethan 6,000 products, including dietsodas.Twoother ubiquitous artificialsweeteners,NutrasweetandEqual,alsocontainaspartame. TheUSDAfurtherlists95percentof the 2009 U.S. sugar beet crop,used to produce conventional sugar,as genetically modified. Non-GMOalternative sweeteners include purecane sugar and honey from organicfarms.

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Wisdom from WaterSimply drinking a glass of water can

prompt better choices at the dinnertable, concludes new research byT.BettinaCornwell,Ph.D.,oftheUniversityofOregon,andAnnaR.McAlister,Ph.D.,ofMichiganStateUniversity.Inseparatestudies, young adults and childrenweretestedaccordingtotheirfoodandbeveragechoices.Whentheparticipantswereservedasoda,theyselectedfoodsthattendedtobemoresaltyandcalorie-dense. However, when the providedbeveragewaswater,participantsatemorerawvegetables.

Black Pepper Fights FatAsimple,widelyavailablespiceandkitchenstaplemayhelpustrimour

waistlines.NewresearchpublishedintheAmericanChemicalSociety’sJournal of Agricultural and Food Chemistrygivesthenodtoblackpepper.Thestudyprovidesevidenceofalong-soughtexplanationforthebeneficial,fat-fightingeffectsofthecommonseasoning.Piperine,thepungent-tastingsubstancethatgivesblackpepperitscharacteristictaste,helpsblocktheformationofnewfatcells.

Flame Retardant May Pose Health RisksObesity,anxietyanddevelopmentalandreproductiveproblemshaveallbeen

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Panel members included KirkGroh, a co-founder ofVerdiGras,VanceLevesque from theArc of Greater NewOrleans,KristenEvansfromtheLouisianaBucket Brigade and Karina Nathan fromKolossos.Thediscussioncenteredaroundchallengesthatkrewesfacetogogreenerandthepossibilitiesforlocallyproduced

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“Unfortunately,themostconvenientthrow items remain plastic beads fromoversees,” Groh said. “If the membersof one Super Krewe spend an averageof $1500 each on throws, it equates to$56,000perblock.Assume75%ofthatisspentonretail/bulkpricedbeads,thenonekrewewillthrow15tonsofplasticbeadsperblockovera70blockroute-totaling1,050tons.”

Levesque, fromArcofGreaterNewOrleans, outlined his organization’sprogramtorecyclebeads,whichincludesbinsatgrocerystoresaswellastrailersthatfollowparades.Arcemploysintellectuallydisabledindividualstosortthebeadsatalivingwageforresaletokrewes.

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KarinaNathanfromKolossosreceivedapplausewhenshestatedshewouldliketosee“moreshowandlessthrow.”

Groh also explained that the goalof VerdiGrasisnottoputadamperonanyone’s Mardi Gras, but to find waysto decrease the carbon footprint whilebringing more of the money spent onthrowsbackintoourlocaleconomy.

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Freese adds, “They don’t increaseyieldsandtheydon’tincreasenutrition.”ButGMOcropshaveledtoastaggeringincrease in herbicide use, putting bothfarmers and consumers at greater riskforexposuretothesetoxinsandrelateddiseases,accordingtotheCenterforFoodSafety. So the question is:Are GMOs thepanaceaindustrywantsustobelieve,oraretheycontributingtochronicdisease?Hereare threeclaimscommonlyheardabout GMOs, generally made by thebiotechnologyindustryandtheirfundedresearchers.

Claim:GMOsaresafe.

Fact Check: Little research exists onthelong-termeffectsofconsumingGMOfoods.According to Douglas Gurian-Sherman,aseniorscientistwiththeUnionofConcernedScientists,safetyassessmentshaveleftuswithsignificantuncertaintiesaboutwhetherGMOfoodissafeornot.However,concernsvoicedbytheCenterforFoodSafetyrevolvearoundpotentialallergensandtoxinsfrombothherbicideandpesticide residues andnewgeneticmaterial. New research from the EuropeanUnionpublished inFood and Chemical Toxicology adds to growing concernsabout the risks.Researchers discoveredthat rats fed GMO corn and drinkingwater containing Roundup herbicide

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experienced negative health effectsduring their two-year lifespan, includingmammary tumorsanddisabledpituitaryfunctioninfemales,andliverandkidneydamage inmales.Theseoutcomeswereattributed to the endocrine-disruptingeffectsofRoundup,aswellasthegeneticmakeupoftheengineeredcorn. Whatmakes this studyuniqueandtroubling is that it’s the longest suchstudyperiodtodate.Moststudiesfundedand conducted by industry last just 90days—notlongenoughtofullydocumentpotentialharm. Michael Hansen, Ph.D., a seniorscientist at Consumer Reports, statesin a memo to theAmerican MedicalAssociation’s(AMA)CouncilonScienceand Public Health, “Unlike all otherdeveloped countries, the U.S. Foodand Drug Administration does notrequiresafetytestingforGE[geneticallyengineered]plants.” Hansenexplains,“InadditiontotheFDAnotrequiringanypre-marketsafetytesting,thereisvirtuallynoindependentsafetytestingofthesecropsintheUnitedStates,duetointellectualpropertyrights.WhenfarmersbuyGEseedintheU.S.,they invariably must sign a productstewardshipagreementthatforbidsthemfrom giving such seeds to researchers.”Plus, “Researchers must get permissionfromthebiotechcompaniesbeforetheycandoresearch,whichmeansthereisapaucityofindependentresearch.” ThegoodnewsisthatlastJune,theAMA recommended mandatory pre-marketsafetytestingtobettercharacterizethe potential harms of bioengineeredfoods.

Claim: GMOcropsusefewerpesticides,andthoseusedaresaferthanmostothersandbreak downquickly.

Fact Check: Roundup herbicide is increasingly sprayed on a growingnumberofherbicide-resistantGMOcrops,includingcorn,soy,canola,sugarbeetsandmostrecently,alfalfa.BytrackingtheU.S.DepartmentofAgriculture’spesticideuse data, Charles Benbrook, researchprofessor at the Center for SustainingAgriculture and Natural Resources, atWashingtonStateUniversity,discoveredthatherbicide-resistantcroptechnologyled to a 527-million-pound increasein herbicide use in the United Statesbetween1996and2011. With the growing presence ofherbicide-resistant weeds, new GEformsof corn and soybeanshavebeendeveloped to resist stronger and moredangerousherbicides,suchas2,4-D,oneofthetwoingredientsinAgentOrange,a defoliant used in theVietnamWar.BenbrookprojectsthatthesenewGMOcropscoulddriveherbicideusageupbyaboutanother50percent. AccordingtoWarrenPorter,Ph.D.,abiologistandenvironmentaltoxicologyprofessorattheUniversityofWisconsin-Madison, andTheo Colborn, Ph.D.,president ofThe Endocrine DisruptionExchange,glyphosate,theactivechemicalingredient inRoundup, isanendocrinedisruptor, meaning it interferes withhormonesystems. Porter says we can expect higherlevelsofherbicideresiduesinGMOfoodcrops.AreportfromtheU.S.GeologicalSurvey (USGS) found thatglyphosate isnow commonly found in rain, streams

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The Greatest Secret to Self-Empowerment: Love Letters of Transformation – 6:30-8:30pm. Take back your power and create a happier life. The most powerful process known for improvement. Taught by Mike Wittenbring, MBA. Cost: love donation. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave., NOLA. For info: 504-339-0594 or [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 93 Yoga Classes – 4:30-5:30pm Chair Yoga, 6-7 pm Gentle Flow, 7:30-8:30pm Restorative Yoga with Becky Bazile, Certified Teacher. 6-Week Ongo-ing Sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. Chair Yoga ($45/session for Senior Adult) other classes $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected].

THURSDAY, JANUARY 10Tai Chi Group Class – 9:30-10:20am. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve self-esteem. Offering an Intro Program of 3 classes for $59. Reserve space by 1/9. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.

fRIDAY, JANUARY 11Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 1/18). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clear-view Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12Gretna Art Walk – 8:30am-12:30pm. Art walk 2nd Sat each month September – May. More than 80 artists and craft vendors. 6th St. at Huey P. Long Ave., Downtown Gretna.

Journal for a Day – 8:30am-4pm. Experience 10 journaling techniques that bring more meaning to your personal writing, improve mental and physi-cal health, boost creativity. Workshop based on the work of Kathleen Adams. Cost $90. Northshore Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, 69090 East Hwy. 190 Service Rd, Covington. Info: 504.583.0461 or [email protected].

Elite Skin Suite Open House / Health Fair – 9am-2pm. Learn the benefits of using organic skincare, natural detoxification, treating skin concerns, maintaining youthful complexions, alternatives to injections and restoring body’s PH. Demonstrations, Prizes, Special offers. First 50 people to register receive free gift. Premier Fitness Gym, 1909 Airline Dr, Metairie. Info: 504-452-6964.

Growing Citrus – 9am-Noon. Alan Vaughn is con-sidered the greatest local authority on growing citrus and serves as the Plaquemines Parish LSU Agricul-tural extension agent. On Sale at Greenhouse: citrus, fig and other trees, winter vegetable plants, colorful flowering plants. Parkway Partners Greenhouse, 1137 Baronne St, NOLA. Info: 504-620-2224.

Saturday Morning Massage Clinics – 9:15am & 10:30am (also 1/19, 1/26). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. NMT: 1/19; Deep Tissue 1/12 & 1/26. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

Note: All Calendar events must be received via email by January 10 for the February issue. $15/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $25/Upcoming Events, $59 MarkYourCalendar. Qualified free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Email [email protected] for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls please.

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The Power of Story – 10am-1pm. Explore sev-eral classic myths that can help guide one in life, create your own quest story for a journey in the shamanic realms. Cost $30. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. Info: Rebecca Green, Shamanic Practitioner, 408-540-8627 or [email protected].

OCH Art Market – 10am-3pm. Local artists, food, music. 2nd Sat each month – different themes. 1618 Oretha C. Haley Blvd, Central City, NOLA. Info: 985-250-0278.

The Madisonville Art Market – 10am-4pm. Monthly art market featuring painting, photography, wood working, pottery, and jewelry along the Tchefuncta River on Water St. in Old Madisonville. Free. Info: 985-624-7216.First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (also 1/13). Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.Adorata Workshop-Purity – 1-4pm. Mother Mary’s call to experience a reconnection with this essential component of your being, no matter how many mistakes or misunderstandings you’ve experienced, know that you are loved, simply because you exist. Cost $45, pre-registration required. Journey Into Wellness - Metairie. Info/Register: 504-442-6206 or [email protected] Annual VerdiGras All Green Ball – 6:30-8pm patron party featuring local drinks, food and The Honeypots. , 8pm-midnight ball. Live music, includ-ing The Susan Cowsill Band. Southport Music Hall, 200 Monticello Ave., Jefferson. For info and tickets call 504-710-4780.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 13Adorata Workshop-Purity – 1-4pm. Mother Mary’s call to experience a reconnection with this essential component of your being, no matter how many mistakes or misunderstandings you’ve experienced, know that you are loved, simply because you exist. Cost $45, pre-registration required. Journey Into Wellness - Northshore. Info/Register: 504-442-6206 or [email protected] Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 7-8pm. Open House /Open Forum (3). Lo-cated at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. Info: 504-472-5635.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15Second Degree Reiki Class – Inquire for further dates/times with Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki Students with 6 months experi-ence in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-376-8518 or 504-388-2356.

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

Tai Chi Group Class – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Offering an Intro Program of 3 classes for $59. Reserve space by 1/14. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 1/23, 1/25). Help a student with their educa-tion at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clear-view Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

Registration for New 2013 Classes – Give the gift of health, wellness and personal safety. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17Sugar Blues Seminar – 5:30pm. Join Lisa Guillot to discuss your unique situation and determine how she can help you achieve your personal goals at St. John’s coffee house, 535 E. Boston, Covington. Seating is limited, reserve your spot. Free, donations appreciated. Info: 985-231-8006 or [email protected].

Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 1/24). Help a student with their education at the stu-dent massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall re-laxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7-8pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing Inc. Bonnie Miller, Clinical Hypnotherapist will speak on How to use the mind to produce desired responses and avoid the pitfalls of self sabotage in the future, discussion follows. Free/open to public. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St, Covington. Info: 985-630-2652.

fRIDAY, JANUARY 18All Age Wisdom and Wellness Fair – 9am-4pm. Learn the options to live life to the fullest. Dr. Michal Jazwinski, Ph.D., Director of Tulane’s Center for Ag-ing, will speak on “Genes, Aging, and Public Health. Free. Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center, 5600 Gen De Gaulle Dr., NOLA. Info: 504-304-5440.

Light Language I – 6-10pm. Cindy Daigle-Center for Enlightened Transformation. Learn to write your own 7 shape personal grid using Sacred Ge-ometry. Cost $65. Journey Into Wellness Center, 3939 Houma Blvd. Bldg 3, Suite 15, Metairie. Info: 504-931-6494.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19Light Language II – 9am-5pm. (also 1/20) Cindy Daigle-Center for Enlightened Transformation. Learn to write a powerful 49 shape grid using Sacred Geometry & the 7 rays. Cost $290. Journey Into Wellness Center, 3939 Houma Blvd. Bldg 3, Suite 15, Metairie. Info: 504-931-6494.

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (also 1/20). Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20 New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 11am TMO Home Oratory Study Group Meet-ing, 12:30pm Council of Solace, 1:30pm Pronaos Convocation Rehearsal, 2pm Pronaos Convocation Ritual. Located at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. Info: 504-472-5635.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

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sundayDaily Kundalini Yoga by Donation – 9am. Also daily 5am practice and 5pm meditation. Kundalini yoga is the yoga of awareness. Clear the obstacles that limit life and awaken to fullest potential. Free. Divine Yoga, 1223 Baronne St and 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected].

Unity Powerpath Healing Circle & Meditation – 9-10am. Get out of physical and emotional pain, release stress, connect with your Divine Spirit. Create love and joy in your life through guided meditation. Free. Led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-339-0594.

New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – Meetings held every Sunday and Wednesday at our 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner La 70062 Loca-tion. Call 504-472-5635 for times.

Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – Free 20 min. con-sultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. If you’re open to the process of change, you can re-claim your space & peace of mind. 3 hour sessions are available. Visit ClearTheClutterToday.com or call 504-920-1800

mondayGuided Meditation – 5-6:30pm. Strengthen your overall health as you are guided through meditation. Great for beginners and those experienced. Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Dr. Jess Tregle 504-352-6418.

Gentle Yoga – 6:00-7:00pm, 7:10-8:10pm or 8:30-9:30pm. New Session begins Jan 7th with Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. 6-Week Ongoing Sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Espla-nade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected].

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, com-munity, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected].

Hanna Somatics class – 7-8pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Bring mat & towel to Our Place Fitness, 338 N. Vermont in downtown Covington. $20. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info.

Yoga Diva in Harahan – 7-8pm. (also Wed 5:15-6:15pm) Relax the body, focus the mind, deepen self-awareness w/ a systematic approach for flex-ibility, strength, concentration, breath & range of motion. All levels. $15 drop-in / $60 for 5 classes. January special: $8/first class to new students. 5700 Citrus Blvd,Contact Karen 504-220-5325.

tuesdayCrescent City Farmers Market/Uptown – 9am-1pm. Open air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square.

Note: All Calendar events must be received via email by January 10 for the February issue. $15/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $25/Upcoming Events, $59 MarkYourCalendar. Qualified free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Email [email protected] for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls please.

markyourcalendarThe Greatest Secret

to Self-Empowerment:Love Letters of Transformation

Led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA4 Weeks starting, January 8, 2013

6:30 - 8:30 p.m. TuesdaysUnity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave., NOLA.

Cost:LoveDonationThis is the most powerful process known

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For information: Call 504-339-0594

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Returns From Germany Offering for the first time in Louisiana:

Rainbow Reiki Level I and Level II Course

February 22, 2013 Learn from the Grandmaster Directly!

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Community Health Awareness Today!Saturday, January 5, 2013

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

NewOrleansHealingCenter2372St.ClaudeAve(atSt.Roch)

HealingArts&HealthInfo,Presentations,Demos,HealthScreenings(freeorlowcost)

Info: Debra Howard 985-467-0900

[email protected]

Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at our student massage clinic. NMT is a partial body massage focused on a specific problem area. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clear-view Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23Registration for New 2013 Classes – Give the gift of health, wellness and personal safety. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.

fRIDAY, JANUARY 25Candlelight Meditation & Restorative Yoga – 7-8:30pm. Get rid of holiday stress. Appropriate for all levels. Brief explanation of meditation techniques followed by a sitting meditation, then a restorative yoga practice. Yoga teacher training starting Feb 2013. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA. Info: 985-640-2648.

Tea Tasting/Bodhisattva Tea Spa – 7-11pm. Tasting are 4th Friday each month. Offering whole leaf teas, herbs and tea accessories as well as massage therapy, infrared sauna, esthetics, ayurveda treatments, yoga, reiki, tai chi and qi gong. Tea Tasting Free. 3021 N. Arnoult Rd., Metairie. Info: 504-888-9299.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (also 1/27). Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

SUNDAY, fEBRUARY 10Science and Art of Herbology One Year Course. A 2-hour monthly self-empowering course: a hands on learning experience in every class. Practical skills necessary to practice herbal home health care, natural cosmetics, & medicinal herbology. Contact Sharon Murphy, Certified Herbalist and Educator, Cost: $695. (504) 579-1493 or email [email protected].

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Take it off Tuesday – 10am-4pm. Botanically-based body contouring treatment will safely detoxify,tighten, tone and firm the skin while mini-mize the appearance of scars and cellulite. Dramatic results in 45 min. $20 special today. Elite Skin Suite in Premier Fitness Gymnasium, 1909 Airline Dr., Metairie. 504-452-6964.

Insight Meditation Group – 7:30-9pm. (also 7:30-8:30am Fridays) for practice, study and discussion. 2134 Magazine St., 3rd fl., New Orleans. Info: [email protected] or call Larry at 504-343-8378 or email [email protected]

wednesdayBetter Bottoms Merchandise Sales – 9am-3pm. Open to the public every Wed. Cloth Diapering Moms on site for questions and advice. Call to arrange for other dates or times. 1500 Edwards Ave, Ste F, Harahan, 70123. 504-731-7500.

Hanna Somatics Class – 2-3pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Wear loose clothing that al-lows for movement. EJGH Wellness Center, 3726 Houma Blvd. $10/nonmembers. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info.

German Coast Farmers Market/West Bank – 3-6:30pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wed. Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Site of the old K-mart building, Luling, LA

3 Yoga Classes – 4:30-5:30pm Chair Yoga, 6:00-7:00pm Gentle Flow, 7:30-8:30pm Restorative Yoga with Becky Bazile, Certified Teacher. 6-Week Ongoing Sessions. Studio space limited to 8 stu-dents, pre-registration required. Chair Yoga ($45/session for Senior Adult) other classes $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Espla-nade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected].

Northshore Yoga – 5:30pm. Gentle, challeng-ing and relaxing classes focusing on breath and movement appropriate for beginners and seasoned students. Pleasant, stress-free environment with mats/props provided. 90 minutes @$10/class or 6 classes/$48. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Coving-ton. Info/ Mary Ann, 500 RYT. 985-630-7242 or [email protected]

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, com-munity, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected].

Meditation & Discussion Group – 7-8:30pm. A Vi-passana (Insight) meditation group. All interested in learning to meditate are welcome. Donation based. Sponsored by Flowering Lotus Meditation and Re-treat Center. Offered at The N.O. Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave (corner St. Roch), 4th fl, Info: 504-905-4090 or [email protected].

thursdayCrescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm. Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine.

Kali Ray TriYoga – 6-7pm. Awaken, absorb, fo-cus, strengthen, magnify and direct energy flow in relaxing, flowing movements that release tension and calm the mind. All levels. $15/class. January New Student Special: $8/first class. 4436 Toulouse, NOLA. To register call Karen: 504-220-5325.

Meditation and Oneness Blessing - 7pm. (also Sun at Divine Yoga) Lead meditation followed by a sacred energy transfer facilitating higher states of consciousness. By donation. New Orleans Healing Center, Interfaith Space, 4th Floor, 2732 St.Claude. Info: [email protected]. 504-615-9414.

fridayBodyFusion Yoga Class – 8:15-9:15am. Simple Hatha style yoga, with a slow easy flow. $10/class. Space limited. St. Philip’s Church, 3643 Au-rora Drive, New Orleans. Register with Debbie at 504-495-1937 or [email protected]

Aikido of New Orleans – 7-8:15pm. Free introducto-ry class for adults to Aikido, the martial art of power and movement. 2134 Magazine St, 3d fl., NOLA. Info: [email protected] or 504-561-0123.

saturdayVietnamese Farmers Market – 6-9am. Over 20 vendors set up shop on blankets spread with produce, beyond the courtyards are shops selling Vietnamese baked goods and imported groceries. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd, New Orleans East.

Crescent City Farmers Market/Downtown – 8am-noon. Open-air market with great selection of fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, fresh flowers. Cooking demos by some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs. Located at 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans.

German Coast Farmers Market/East Bank – 8am-noon. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie meats, fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausages, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 2nd Sat. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Rd., Destrehan. For info call 985-359-0190.

Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am.-1pm. Featur-ing yard eggs, Mediterranean foods, herbs, produce, baked goods, coffee and iced tea, local musicians, tastings and cooking demos. Griffith Park, 333 Erlanger and Second St, Olde Towne, Slidell. Info: 985-640-8291.

Gretna Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Fea-turing fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, dairy, native fruit wines and garden plants. Located in the old train depot, 300 Huey P. Long Ave, between 3rd and 4th streets, Gretna. Info: 504-362-8661.

Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Open year round, rain or shine. Free parking. Featuring fresh produce, seafood, bakery items, dairy, plants, prepared foods & hand-crafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209. Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. (also 10am-2pm Wed) Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Cov-ington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St., Covington.Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am-1pm. Fifty-plus vendors weekly: Gourmet foods, art, produce and plants. Tai Chi at 9:30am. Parking lot of the Mandeville Trailhead on the St. Tammany Trace off LA59. For vendor/entertainment info: Donna Beakley 985-845-4515.Sitting Meditation Group –10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking medita-tion. Instruction and discussion also available. 3909 Bienville St, Ste 103 (near Canal and Carrolton in-tersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at [email protected] or call 504-644-7351. Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-2pm. (also 10am-2pm Sundays & noon-6pm Tues). NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters). Sankofa Farmers Market - 10am-2pm. Weekly market in the Ninth Ward offering fresh produce, seafood, baked goods, and plants from local farm-ers and fishermen. New location at 3819 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-872-9214 or [email protected]. Crossroads Arts Bazaar – 10am.-5pm. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center. Free. 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. 504-940-1130. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center.Gentle Yoga for Seniors and Adults – 11am-noon. Free and no registrat ion required. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Cen-ter, 4300 S. Broad, NOLA. For more info: [email protected] for 6 Saturdays – 2-3pm. Buy 6 items and get 6 free. This is a great way to taste a wide variety of our items. All Gluten free and dairy free. The PeaceBaker, 6601 Veterans Blvd Ste 1, Metairie.Guided Meditation Group – 2:30-3:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. Fair-grinds Coffee House (upstairs), 3133 Ponce de Leon, New Orleans. Info: call Allen at 504-247-6692.Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – Free 20 min. con-sultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. If you’re open to the process of change, you can reclaim your space & peace of mind. 3 hour sessions are available. Call 504-920-1800 for an appointment.

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Attachment Psychotherapy / EMDR

“You too can move away from the past and towards a life of vitality, wholeness and fulfilling relationships.”

Individual, Couples& Family Therapy

Andrea Scheele, LCSW, LMFT1303 Amelia Street

New Orleans, LA 70115(504) 899-2686

Relational Well-Being: in individuals and couples. Trauma Resolution (EMDR): loss, childhood neglect and abuse & other traumatic events. Alle-viate Anxiety and Depression. Emo-tional Support for a Healthy Lifestyle: weight loss. See ad on page 8.

DAY SPA

THE WOODHOUSE DAY SPA4030 canal st., new orleans504-482-nola (6652)nola.woodhousespas.com

From beginning to end, our dedicated spa teams ensure your journey enhances your well-being and enlivens your spirit. Over 70 massage, facial, body and nail treatment options. Special packages and group events also available. See ad on page 29.

DENTIST

MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS1101 robert blvd., ste. a, slidell985-641-8058mikerobichauxdds.com

Offering a holistic and patient-cen-tered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separat-ed. We help those we serve make de-cisions that are in their best interests,

based on their values and goals, by providing state of the art information within a trusting relationship. See ad on page 17.

ENERGY PSYcHOLOGY

MARYLOU SMITHenergy Psychology & couples mediation [email protected]

Set Yourself Freewith the transformational power of PSYCH-KTM

Experience your unlimited power through the gentle processof PSYCH-KTM. Free yourself from traumatic memories,limiting thoughts and addictive behavior. Support what ismost meaningful in the journey of living your life’s purpose.

Marylou SmithAdvanced PSYCH-KTM Facilitator

Private Sessions

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A results oriented approach to growth & healing that is designed to restore balance & harmony to body, mind and emotions. Marylou also guides couples in conflict to peace through the gentle process of sacred media-tion. See ad on page 29.

fENG SHUI

LIVE, LOVE AND FENG SHUIeveline hoffmann Feng shui [email protected] Feng shui consultations for homes and businesses Find balance and serenity within your home .Make intentional changes in your dwellings and you will alter your life in positive wide ranging ways. Your environment will begin to assist you and you will uncover solutions to your day to day issues and life will improve. See ad on page 25.

fITNESS

BODYFUSION IN-HOME FITNESS504-495-1937bodyFusion.info

A woman’s time is short, health a pri-ority. BodyFusion brings training -Cardio, Strength, Flexibility -conve-niently to your home. BodyFusion works within Your crowded sched-ule. To reserve a free individual fit-ness analysis call Debbie today.

fLOWER ESSENcES

ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.australian bush Practitioner & [email protected] nolareiki.comPractitioner and teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essences. Many custom blended essences avail-able, including: Detox, Calm & Clear, Stress Re-lief, Confidence, Cognis, Woman, Travel Ease, Adolescence, Yoga. National LMT/CEU classes available. See ad on page 9.

uPtown theraPeutic massageuptown holistic centerla lic. # 389201723 hillary st., new orleans504-275-5923

Ken Leavitt, founder of the Uptown Holistic Center, has been studying Massage/Bodywork for over twenty years. Combining Asian,Eastern and Western modalities to provide lasting beneficial results. 90 min-utes- $110.00. See ad on page 32.

BREATHWORk

JACK ANTHONY FONTANAbreathing coach 3200 lake villa dr., metairie 504-453-9161JackFontana.com

Let me guide you through a breathing experience that can release stress, fear, suppression, anxiety and create a space of healing, acceptance and physical and emotional well being. Come Breathe, Relax and Let Go! Unique session for caregivers.

cHI MAcHINE

JOFFRION MITTS, M. ED.alternative health consultant504-897-9670chimachineForYourhealth.com

Stress, poor circulation, headaches, back pain, insomnia, depression, stroke, asthma, weight loss? You name it! Oxygen heals! Free one week in- home trial! See ad onpage 16

cHIROPRAcTIc/WELLNESS

CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER dr. debbi hannan101 clearview Pkwy. at airline, metairie504-454-2000hannanwellness.com

Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, de-toxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 non-surgical spinal de-compression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad on page 7.

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GLUTEN fREE

THE PEACEBAKER6601 veterans blvd, ste. 1, metairie504-888-9094thePeacebaker.com

A dedicated gluten-free bak-ery also offering dairy free and vegan items for walk in, catering and wholesale. Our mission: Give back to the

community and provide awareness and partnerships with regards to food allergies. See ad on page 20.

HEALTH cOAcH

EARTH GIRL HEALTHlisa guillot985-231-8006 earthgirlhealth.com

Together, we will discover the food and lifestyle choices that best sup-port you. Making gradual, lifelong changes enables you to reach your current and future health goals. Schedule a free one-hour health consultation. See ad on page 28.

HOLISTIc HEALING cENTERS

AFFORDABLE HEALING ARTS a community of healerslocated inside the nohc985-467-0900helpme@affordablehealingarts.comaffordablehealingarts.com

AHA! is a beautiful, comfortable space where practitioners and cli-ents meet. Independent practitio-ners find affordable shared office space in a community environment. Clients find practitioners with their best interests in mind. See ad on page 2.

UPTOWN HOLISTIC CENTER723 hillary st., new orleans 504-865-0966uptownholisticcenter.com

A group of independent Holistic Practitioners committed to the high-est level of Holistic Health Care. Emphasis on the whole person – body, mind & spirit – allows for a more complete process of healing and well-being.

HOLISTIc/ENERGY HEALING

CENTER FOR ENLIGHTENED TRANSFORMATION cindy b. daigle504-931-6494north shore and new orleans [email protected]

Cindy utilizes powerful energetic healing methods to shift and balance the auric field, chakras and the cells of our body. Health, Joy, and Balance within, attracts the same externally. See ad on page 19.

DR. JESS TREGLEmetaphysician504-352-6418reconnectinglife.com

Heal your body, mind & spirit! You will become more relaxed and peace-ful and more happy, light, and uplift-ed! Release ALL forms of negativity from you such as stress, anger, anxi-ety/fear, sadness, and pain! Gain in-ner-peace and true freedom.

POWER PATH ACADEMY OFSELF EMPOWERMENT ANDTRANSFORMATIONmike wittenbrink, mba504-339-0594PowerPath.org

Learn “The Greatest Secret to Self-Healing, Empowerment, and Creativ-ity” in our on-going Tuesday night class. Take back your power, release your emotional pain, solve your prob-lems, and create a happier life. Open

class: come once or every week. At Unity Temple. 3722 St. Charles, NOLA. For details, call or see web page.

REBECCA GREENshamanic Practitioneraffordable healing arts llc2372 st. claude ave., ste. 220, new orleans [email protected]

Journey into the shamanic realms for self-discovery, retrieving soul-parts disassociated in trauma, clearing blocks and connecting with your es-sential self. Energy work, sound

healing, movement integration. Workshops and in-dividual sessions.

steP’s holistic inFormation & reFerral servicesl.e. “step” stepteaux, Jr., [email protected]

Connecting People With People and Information Around The World. I en-joy helping people to reach their goals, from around the country to around the world via the Telephone & the Internet.

INTEGRATIvE MEDIcINE

IRENE SEBASTIAN, M.D., PH.D401 veterans blvd., ste. 203, metairie504-838-9804irenesebastianmd.com

Experience the difference that Ho-meopathic Medicine and Functional Medicine can bring to your health. The safe alternative—Less need for prescription drugs—Stimulation of your innate healing force. See ad on page 11.

DR. kATHLEEN POSEY, M.D.377 hwy 21, ste. 101, madisonville985-845-4111kathleenPoseymd.com

Our mission is to improve health and reverse chronic disease through hor-monal and energetic balancing and nutrition. A practice of preventive medicine and wellness with a holistic approach to women’s gynecological and overall health. We offer a healthy

medically supervised weight loss program. See ad on page 6.

SLIDELL NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE dr. James Fambro 315 robert blvd., ste. a, slidell985-288-5162getwellslidell.com

Give your body what it needs to be Self-Healing. Our services include Functional Medicine Evaluation, Nu-trition Assisted Addiction Recovery, Intravenous Vitamin/Mineral Thera-pies, Food and Environmental Testing/Treatment, Mild Hyperbaric

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NATURAL BABY & cHILD

BETTER BOTTOMSdiaper delivery 504-731-7500betterbottomsbaby.com

Better Bottoms is an afford-able cloth diaper service that has serviced hundreds of New Orleans Metro area ba-bies! Keep baby happy and healthy while keeping dia-

pers out of landfills! Check our website for diaper options and accessories. See ad on page 8.

ZUKABABY2122 magazine st., nola504-596-6540Zukababy.com

ZukaBaby specializes in cloth dia-pers, breastfeeding supplies, baby carriers, natural toys and locally made baby items. Hosting monthly community events: La Leche League, Babywearers Meetup, nu-trition classes and Wee Hands baby sign language. See ad page 10.

NATURAL fOODS & SUPPLEMENTS

NATURE LOVERS HEALTH FOOD3014 cleary ave., metairie [email protected]

Since 1985. We are your inde-pendent health food store. Our goal is to provide the knowl-edge you need to take respon-sibility for your health. Our knowledgeable staff will help

you find answers. Vitamins, herbs, gluten-free products.See ad on page 24.

nutriverus Powder Jeanie leclere504-888-4464/504-319-3665

Nourish your body with all natu-ral, food-sourced vitamins, miner-als, glyconutrients and antioxi-dants. Simply mix with food or beverage without affect taste. En-

joy the benefits of energy boosting with immune system-supporting nutrition

OIL & VINEGAR6111 Pinnacle Pkwy., covington985-809- 1693louisiana.oilandvinegarusa.com

An interactive gourmet specialty shop packed with international food and cooking products in al-luring, Mediterranean-style sur-roundings. See, Smell and Taste the many flavors while enjoying

an un-matched shopping experience with an inter-national flair. See ad on page 5.

NATURAL PHARMAcY

cASSO’S WELLNESS STORE & GYM3308 cleary ave., metairie504-888-3077thewellnessstore.com

Pharmaceutical quality nutritional products, vitamins, minerals, herbs and natural hormones. Natu-ral hormone balancing consulta-tions. Counseling on pharmaceuti-cals and nutraceuticals by a

registered pharmacist and clinical nutritionist. Al-kaline water available as well as sessions with Pho-ton Genius. See ad on page 47.

NURSERY

HAROLD’S 1135 Press st. new orleans504-947-7554

The best kept secret in New Orleans for Indoor/Outdoor Plants and Landscaping Ser-vices. Our knowledgeable staff can assist you in select-

ing from hundreds of varieties for every garden need. Delivery is available. Hours are Mon-Sun 9am-6pm. See ad on page 34.

NUTRITIONIST

DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN5002 Prytania st., new [email protected]

Cutting edge holistic nutrition ser-vices. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, veg-etarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 34.

LIfE cOAcHAPRIL STOLF MNLP, RYT504-982-9642 [email protected]

Life, Yoga, Fashion. A unique combi-nation of services from an NLP Mas-ter Practitioner, Yoga Instructor, and Fashion Expert to support you in be-coming your best Self. Overcome ob-stacles, regain enthusiasm, build con-fidence, improve overall health, and

discover your personal style. See ad on page 28.

HARMONIOUS YOU, LLCholistic lifestyle coachneworleanshealing.com504-669-1020

Harmonious You promotes a new per-spective in coaching, wellness and life transitions by focusing on the posi-tive. Define your goals and get there quickly. Free consultations, new client discounts and gift certificates avail-able! See ad on page 20.

MARTIAL ARTS

TAI CHI-QI GONGshifu king lam8132 willow st., [email protected]

Asian Arts to improve health, fit-ness, personal safety, rejuvenate en-ergy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 35 years. KingLam-taichi-karate.com. See ad on page 9

and calendar for classes.

MASSAGE ScHOOLS

BLUE CLIFF COLLEGEclearview mall, metairie504-293-0972

Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Earn an Associates degree upon completion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial aid. See calendar for information

about our $30-student massage clinic. Visit our re-tail shop for massage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad on page 21.


RETREAT cENTER

DOLORES WATSON621 opelousas ave., new orleans504-905-4090 [email protected]

Elegant, donation based retreat cen-ter in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. On-going meditation group in New Or-leans. Vegetarian. Available for rent-al. Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 19 and ongoing calendar.

SOLAR

SOUTH COAST SOLAR, LLC 2605 ridgelake dr., metairie504-529-sun9southcoastsolar.com

100% locally owned and operated, South Coast Solar is Louisiana’s largest solar energy company. Call or visit our website to set up a free esti-mate. See ad on page 27.

THERMAL IMAGING/THERMOGRAPHY

ABUNDANT HEALTHTHERMAL IMAGINGbaton rouge – 225-229-6107lafayette – 337-298-0113abundanthealththermalimaging.com

Cutting edge technology for early disease detection. No radiation – no contact – painless. Specializing in full body imaging. Best detection for breast, heart, thyroid, gallbladder disorders, cancers, etc. See ad on page 18.

WELLNESS cENTER

JOURNEY INTO WELLNESS 3939 houma blvd., bld. 3, ste. 15 doctors row, metairie504-909-3723Journeyintowellness.net A place of learning and complementary therapies and modalities are all available in our newly reno-vated medical complex. Treatment rooms and class space for practitioners are available to rent. Con-tact Tianne Lastra, Director. See ad on page 25.

YOGA

DIVINE YOGA1223 baronne [email protected] Yoganola.com

Kundalini Yoga is considered to be the most comprehensive of yo-gas, combining meditation, physi-cal practice and breathing exer-cises. All levels of experience are welcome to all classes. See ad on page 33 and calendar for events/classes.

TRANSFORM NOLAmia oramous, owner8422 oak st., new orleans985-640-2648transformnola.com

Yoga, Pilates, Nia and TRX workout classes offered all week; private sessions also available. 200-hr yoga teacher training starts February 2013.

Class schedule, descriptions and more on website! See ad page 24.

WILD LOTUS YOGA4842 Perrier st., new orleans504-899-0047wildlotusYoga.com

Gambit’s ”Best Place to Take a Yoga Class” eight years in a row. Over 40 ongoing classes per week for beginners and experienced taught by skilled teachers in a

peaceful, positive atmosphere. Offering courses, workshops, retreats and concerts. See ad on page 33 and calendar for events/classes.

YOGA TEAcHER TRAINING

YOGA SCHOOL, L.L.C.603 s. tyler st., covington985-893-8834Yogaschoolcovingtonla.com

Offering Yoga Alliance registered teacher training with certification at the 200 hour and 500 hour levels. Also a state licensed Yoga Therapy training program. Visit website for more information. See ad on page 33.

YOGA THERAPY

AMY ARCHINAL, RYT, PRYTPhoenix rising Yoga therapy504-899-6167neworleansYogatherapy.com

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy com-bines meditation, assisted yoga pos-tures, breathwork and client-cen-tered dialogue to promote self-awareness. Discover the wis-dom of your body. See ad page 33.

PERSONAL ORGANIzER

CLEAR THE CLUTTER stasia cymesProfessional organizer504-920-1800clearthecluttertoday.com

Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of cleansing your home or office, creating new space & peace of mind. During times of transition or ready for a change. Schedule your complimentary consultation today! See ad on page 12.

POOL SERvIcE

ECO POOL SERVICE504-451-0586ecoPoolservice.comYour source for no salt, no chlorine pools. We offer monthly pool service, pool remodels, leak detec-tion, pool resurfacing with 20 year warranty, eco pool filters, design & consultation for new pools. NSPF certified pool operators. See ad on page 22.

REIkI

ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.reiki master teacher & [email protected] 22 years experience in Reiki – Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Reiki can be a personal tool for healing and growth, a way to give energy to family and friends, or a gentle complementary therapy in holistic medicine. See ad on page 9 and calendar for classes.

TIANNE D. LASTRAusui, karuna & rainbow reiki master3939 houma blvd., bld. 3, ste. 15 metairie 504-909-3723amazingreiki.com

Certified & experienced Master Teacher offering sessions & classes to the Greater N.O. Area. Healing Touch, Pranic Healing, Crystal Heal-ing, Reiki Drumming and Animal

Reiki practitioner. Visit our website for full infor-mation. See ad on page 16.


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