tag:www.naturalawakenings.com,2005:/categories/otherOther | Natural Awakenings Magazine Healthy Living Healthy Planet2023-10-04T04:20:17-04:00urn:uuid:06832328-c70c-44b3-9da7-5e2e3b26e5202023-08-16T18:30:30-04:002023-10-04T04:20:17-04:00Traveling With Purpose: Nine Destinations for Spiritual Enlightenment2023-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Kiki Powers<p>Throughout history, humans have embarked on pilgrimages in pursuit of wealth, good fortune, divine intervention, spiritual enlightenment and other blessings. These journeys could be considered the earliest manifestations of one type of adventure travel, while today some of these would be defined as spiritual tourism.<br></p><p><i></i></p><p><br></p><p>The notion of “spirit” refers to both our conscious and subconscious minds. A spiritual practice, then, is any activity that enables us to step away from the noisy parade of life and explore our emotions, where any concept of the human spirit resides. This spiritual self-care<i> </i>includes any ritual or practice that helps connect us with our most authentic higher self.</p><p><br></p><p>Travel can be an amazing way to explore metaphysical interests with new people, sites and scenes, in order to invigorate the senses, stimulate the imagination, refresh the mental framework and invite new ideas and personal insights. Some places qualify for spiritual travel by virtue of their natural beauty, or due to some historical, mythological or religious significance. For a trip that fosters mind-body-spirit self-care with a generous portion of adventure, check out these sacred sites.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Mount Shasta</b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn1.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026786/fill/300x0/FS2-Maddy_20M_shutterstock_679159252.jpg?timestamp=1692224345"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Maddy M/ ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p> </p><p>This Northern California treasure is believed to be a powerful spiritual vortex that has long captured the imagination of spiritual seekers. By some accounts, Mount Shasta is reputed to be the Earth’s root chakra, in keeping with the belief that, like the human body, planet Earth possesses chakra energy centers.</p><p><br></p><p>This majestic mountain, which is associated with healing, transformation and spiritual awakening, is a stunning backdrop for the many spiritual retreats and workshops offered locally that include meditation, energy healing, yoga, sound therapy and other restorative modalities.</p><p><br></p><p>Spiritual guide Andrew Oser, who has led Mount Shasta retreats for decades, says, “I can help you allow Mount Shasta’s transforming energies into the core of your very being, and by utilizing my direction to harness the mountain’s heightened vibration, you will feel it almost magically dissolve all of your fears.”</p><p><br></p><p><b>Sedona, Arizona</b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn1.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026787/fill/300x0/FS2-Edwin_20Verin_shutterstock_350376590.jpg?timestamp=1692224357"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Edwin Verin/Shutterstock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p><b></b></p><p> </p><p>Surrounded by red rock canyons, whimsical forests and waterfalls, Sedona’s natural beauty inspires spiritual reflection. It is also part of one of the most powerful energy vortexes in the world and a New Age Mecca for those seeking transcendence through energy healing, yoga, sound baths and a host of other spiritual offerings.</p><p><br></p><p>From venturing to the bright turquoise waters at Havasu Falls nearby to visiting the Chapel of the Holy Cross, there are many activities in Sedona for those wishing to connect more deeply to nature and themselves.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Bali, Indonesia</b></p><p>Known as the “Island of the Gods”, Bali is a captivating destination with a serene, spiritual ambiance. Nestled amidst lush greenery and terraced rice fields, the town of Ubud, in the uplands of Bali, enjoys international recognition for its spiritual offerings and welcoming vibe for those seeking inner peace and self-discovery.</p><p><br></p><p>Holistic healing options in Bali include energy therapies, sound healing and traditional Balinese massage. Yoga enthusiasts will be delighted with the varied class options, immersive programs and specialized workshops. Along with wellness spas offering rejuvenating treatments that harmonize the body, mind and spirit, Bali offers beautiful meditation areas for quiet contemplation.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Machu Picchu, Peru</b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn2.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026789/fill/300x0/FS2-DavideAngelini_shutterstock_1924363112.jpg?timestamp=1692224673"><div class="small"><p></p><p>DavideAngelini/ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p> </p><p>Spirituality runs deep in the Peruvian culture, from the ancient temples of the Incas to the living history of shamanism in the Amazon jungle. Machu Picchu has long been a revered site, and historically the place for worshipping the sun, the main Inca deity. Seekers can explore Machu Picchu on their own or participate in guided spiritual meditations—either way, it is a beautiful destination for a mind-body-spirit getaway.</p><p><br></p><p>For those seeking a deep mystical experience, Peru Sacred Tours provides a safe haven for spiritual advancement with the individualized attention and guidance of indigenous practitioners, including the herbalist shamans of the rainforest, Q’ero Inca priests of Cuzco or Moche San Pedro shamans of Chiclayo.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Egypt</b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn1.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026792/fill/300x0/FS2-Kanuman_shutterstock_654317653.jpg?timestamp=1692224495"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Kanuman/ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p><b></b></p><p> </p><p>Egypt is considered a land of majesty and mystery, attracting treasure hunters, history buffs and adventure seekers, as well as those searching for spiritual transformation. This world-renowned destination has a long history of spirituality with a colorful tapestry of beliefs and practices. The ancient Egyptians were convinced of the existence of a spiritual plane, while also maintaining deep reverence for the natural world, and these concepts continue to inform contemporary Egyptian culture and spirituality.</p><p><br></p><p>In recent years, there has been a surge in demand for spiritual tours in Egypt, particularly for meditation workshops in iconic places like the Great Pyramid of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Mount Sinai and Nile River. One of the more well-known tour guides is Freddy Silva, <span>a leading researcher of ancient civilizations, sacred sites and their interaction with consciousness, as well as the bestselling author of <i>The Divine Blueprint</i>. </span></p><p><br></p><p><b>Varanasi</b><b>, India</b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn0.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026790/fill/300x0/FS2-Roop_Dey_shutterstock_1097065661.jpg?timestamp=1692224718"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Roop Dey/ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p> </p><p>Varanasi may be the world’s oldest city, settled more than 4,000 years ago. Located on the banks of the Ganges River, it is <span>regarded as the spiritual heart of India, with a tradition of Hindu mythology, as well as Buddhism. Religious, humanist and secular visitors frequent the evening <i>aarti </i>ceremony, when <i>sadhus</i> [sages] show their devotion by raising flaming lamps amid the aroma of incense.</span></p><p><br></p><p>If this strikes a chord, renowned author and spiritual teacher Andrew Harvey is offering a 14-day pilgrimage to the artistic, historical and spiritual soul of North India in November. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Sacred Activism, an international organization that inspires people to take up the challenge of our contemporary global crises by becoming effective, practical agents of institutional and systemic change.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Kyoto, Japan</b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn1.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026793/fill/300x0/FS2-Nataliya_20Hora_shutterstock_2173249141.jpg?timestamp=1692224628"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Nataliya Hora/ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p> </p><p>Imbued with the rich heritage and history of Zen Buddhism, this enchanting city is an ideal destination for seekers to explore close to 2,000 Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, as well as the iconic Golden Pavilion, where centuries of devotion and wisdom have been housed. Many of these sites also provide inspiring settings for quiet contemplation, meditation and discussions of The Buddha’s teachings.</p><p><br></p><p>The traditional tea ceremony offered at numerous venues around the city is a refreshing, meditative practice that cultivates a sense of tranquility and connection to the present moment. Kyoto is also home to exquisite Japanese gardens that illustrate the profound relationship between nature and spirituality in this gentle culture.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Italy</b></p><div class="image-medium"><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn1.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026796/fill/300x0/FS2-Shaiith_shutterstock_329598140.jpg?timestamp=1693530391"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Filip Fuxa/ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p> </p></div><p> </p><p>As there are many sacred sites in Italy, a guided experience or well-planned itinerary may help facilitate an immersive spiritual journey. This is a labor of love for Phil Cousineau, author of more than 40 books, teacher, editor, independent scholar, documentary filmmaker, travel leader and storyteller. His lifelong fascination with art, literature and history of culture has taken him on journeys around the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Author of <i>The Art of Pilgrimage</i>: <i>The Seeker's Guide to Making Travel Sacred</i>, Cousineau has stated, “To shine the light of your own natural curiosity into the world of another traveler can reveal wonders—t<span>o remember the mysteries you forgot at home. What matters most on your journey is how deeply you see, how attentively you hear, how richly the encounters are felt in your heart and soul.”<br></span></p><p>In partnership with Sacred Earth Journeys, Cousineau has prepared a guided tour in November entitled The Sweet Life of Mythic Italy, which will explore sacred locations in Rome, Perugia, Assisi, Montepulciano, Florence, Verona and Venice. To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.Tinyurl.com/SweetLifeTour" target="_blank">Tinyurl.com/SweetLifeTour</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Stonehenge, England </b></p><div class="image-with-caption image-medium"><img alt="" src="//cdn2.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/1026797/fill/300x0/FS2-Filip_20Fuxa_shutterstock_107390111.jpg?timestamp=1692224913"><div class="small"><p></p><p>Shaiith/ShutterStock.com<br></p><p></p></div></div><p><b></b></p><p> </p><p>Every year, more than a million people make the spiritual voyage to Stonehenge, in Wiltshire, England. Archaeologists are still seeking a plausible explanation as to how the stones weighing multiple tons were transported to the site. This ancient masterpiece of prehistoric engineering remains shrouded in mystery to this day.</p><p><br></p><p>There is further spiritual charm in myths around the purpose of Stonehenge. People ask, “Was it intended as a funeral monument, an astronomical observatory, a tool to predict the seasons or a sanctuary where the sun was worshipped?” Stonehenge is believed to be an epicenter of Earth energy with as many as 14 ley lines converging on the site—powerful channels of energy associated with places of ancient and primordial significance. </p><p><br></p><p>It is plain to see that when we are ready to invest in our spiritual well-being in a fun, mind-expanding way, many mind-body-spirit travel options abound.</p><p><br></p><p><i>Kiki Powers is a health writer, blogger and national speaker specializing in plant-based nutrition and healthy green living. Learn more at </i><a href="http://www.RawKiki.com" target="_blank">RawKiki.com</a><i>. </i></p><p><i><br></i></p><h2><i>How To:</i></h2><div class="media clearfix">
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Plus, she will be featuring an ongoing lineup of women’s health experts for our new monthly show <i>Women’s Integrative Health </i>beginning in June.<br></p><p><br></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Learning to cope with stress is important for your mental and physical well-being, and women are more likely than men to suffer stress-related health symptoms. This is why the Women’s Wellness Series will focus on “Overcoming Stress: How to Balance It All.”</p><p><br></p><p></p><p></p><p>Each Tuesday in May we are bringing to you some of the most influential experts in the field of women’s health. If you were to attend presentations and workshops from these experts separately, it would cost you thousands of dollars (if you could even get a seat). As an introduction to KnoWEwell, we are offering this award winning line-up for the cost of a cup of coffee a month. For that price you don’t get one session, but the entire series!</p><p><br></p><p><span>Join us each Tuesday in May at 5 p.m. PDT / 8 p.m. EDT, as the top integrative health and functional medicine experts present cutting-edge insights into the many ways that stress can impact hormones, thyroid function, fertility, and libido. You will come away with tangible recommendations to manage stress and improve aging, mindset, skin care and sleep. Don’t worry if you miss a live session because your registration includes a one-year KnoWEwell Explorer membership to the Regenerative Whole Health Hub. As a member you will have access to a recording of each presentation. <br></span></p><p><br></p><p><span>The Explorer membership also offers an array of benefits including access to thousands of evidence-based articles, hundreds of topic-specific communities, over 100 expert courses, monthly online events (including the June <a href="https://lpbc-zgph.maillist-manage.net/click/163ccbab711e5530/163ccbab711e0a99" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Men’s Health Series</a>), trusted community directories, health library and so much more.<br></span></p><table><tbody><tr><td class="wysiwyg-text-align-center"><a href="https://lpbc-zgph.maillist-manage.net/click/163ccbab711e5530/163ccbab711e0a9b" target="_blank">JOIN AND CLAIM YOUR SPOT NOW!</a><br><br><h2>The Schedule: <b>Overcome Stress: Balance It All</b></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><p><b></b><b>Aging Gracefully - Tuesday, May 2nd</b></p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Carol A. Penn, DO, MA, ABOM, FACOFP</b>, best-selling author of <i>Meditation in a Time of Madness</i>, shares tips on anti-aging, utilizing meditation in daily life, and movement as medicine.</span></p><p><br></p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Jaquel Patterson, ND, MBA, IFMCP</b>, naturopathic physician, success coach, and author of <i>Women and Lyme</i>, discusses strategies to reset your sleep and improve your circadian rhythm.</span></p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b>Stress, Skin and Beauty Care - Tuesday, May 9th</b></p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Trevor Cates, ND</b>, author of <i>Clean Skin From</i><i> Within</i> and known as “The Spa Dr,” will examine how stress and hormonal imbalances impact your skin, and tips to have a radiant, clear complexion at any age. </span></p><p> </p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Anne Marie Fine, ND</b>, Medical Director of Environmental Medicine Education International and author of <i>Cracking the Beauty Code</i>, shares how to decrease the toxic burdens on your skin.</span></p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b><br></b></p><p><span><b>Stress and Your Sex Drive - Tuesday, May 16th</b> </span></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b>Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG</b>, triple board certified, author of <i>The Hormone Fix</i>, host of “The Girlfriend Doctor Show,” explores the impact of stress on your libido and how to reestablish a healthy, natural sex drive.</span></p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b>Stress, Thyroid and Hormones - Tuesday, May 23rd</b></p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b>Carrie Jones, ND, MPH, FABNE</b>, a naturopathic physician examines the relationship between stress and your thyroid gland.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b>Lorraine Maita, MD</b>, author of <i>Vibrance for Life: How to Live Younger and Healthier</i>, provides helpful strategies to reduce stress and its impact on your hormones.</span></p><p></p><br><br><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><div><b>The Role of Stress on Fertility - Tuesday, May 30th</b></div><div><span><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Kela Smith, PhD, DNM, DHM, BCFN</b>, author of multiple books on fertility, hormones, and pregnancy, as well as seven distinct online courses, shares stress impacts and tips to increase fertility. </span></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p></p><p><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Jaclyn Smeaton, ND</b>, a leading expert on integrative approaches to infertility, reproductive, and genitourinary health, discusses the root causes of infertility and how to restore reproductive health.</span></p><p></p><br><br></span></div><div><span><b>BONUS SESSIONS </b><br></span></div><div><b>By registering, you also will be given access to the following bonus sessions that will be available for you to view online during May.<br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stress, Gut Health, and Chronic Conditions</b></div><div><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Arti Chandra, MD, MPH</b>, double board-certified and Institute for Functional Medicine educator, gets to the root causes of stress and the impacts on gut health and chronic conditions. <br></span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stress, Lifestyle, Homeopathy </b></div><div><span><b></b><b></b><b></b><b>Maryann Ivons, ND</b>, and <b>Jyl Steinbeck</b>, founder of Shape Up US, share lifestyle strategies and homeopathic remedies to manage acute stress.<br><br></span><table><tbody><tr><td class="wysiwyg-text-align-center"><a href="https://lpbc-zgph.maillist-manage.net/click/163ccbab711e5530/163ccbab711e0a9b" target="_blank">JOIN AND CLAIM YOUR SPOT NOW!</a></td></tr></tbody></table><span><br><br></span></div><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e398a097-846f-4b46-9120-c1c3ea5cf5102023-03-17T16:24:32-04:002023-04-28T09:41:11-04:00Earth Day 2023: Investing In Our Planet2023-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Sandra Yeyati<div>
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<p><span>This year’s Earth Day theme—Invest in Our
Planet—reminds us that it is not enough to merely<br>
celebrate our ancestral home for one day. We are called upon to dedicate our time, money and
talents year-round to ensure a sustaining and just world for generations to come. The motto also calls
attention to the economic realities
and opportunities of the climate crisis. It is no wonder that </span><a href="http://www.EarthDay.org" target="_blank">EarthDay.org</a>,
the global organizer of this annual
event, decided to keep the same
theme as last year, thus underscoring a continuing need to bring global
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again in partnership for the planet.
Businesses, governments and civil
society are equally responsible for
taking action against the climate crisis and
lighting the spark to accelerate change
towards a green, prosperous and
equitable future. We must join together in
our fight for the green revolution, and for the health of future genera-
tions. The time is now to invest in our
planet,” advises EarthDay.org President Kathleen Rogers.</p><div><div><div><div>
<p>Surmounting the climate crisis is
within reach if we all take action. The
time is right for innovators to bring
planet-saving ideas to market, and
for consumers to stop supporting
brands that are socially and environmentally irresponsible—instead,
spending money with businesses that
take the Earth’s future seriously. </p><p>In the voting booth, citizens have
the power to elect leaders that will
help build a green economy through regulations, incentives and partner-
ships with the private sector. We can
press our congressional representatives to support clean energy jobs and
move away from the doomed fossil
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<p>There are many ways to make a difference in our daily lives, too. We can
eat sustainable foods, pick up trash
while on a run, participate in beach
cleanups, reduce our use of plastic,
write our representative, switch to
solar power, take reusable bags to
the grocery store, drive an electric
vehicle, compost, go pesticide-free,
plant a pollinator garden, support
local farmers, eat less meat, purchase
secondhand clothing, use environmentally friendly cleaning products,
turn off lights when not in use, take
shorter showers and so much more.
Learn about all of the ways to make a
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<p>This year, join one of the empowering events and
meet planet-loving people that are
ready to push up their sleeves, vote
with their pocketbooks and dedicate
their time to a healthy, equitable and
prosperous future on Earth. </p><p><br></p><h3><b>Here are a few Earth Day (Saturday, April 22 2023) Online Event Options:</b></h3><br><br><br><strong>How Certified Organic Beauty & Wellbeing Businesses Invest in our Planet</strong><br><a href="https://www.crowdcast.io/e/earthdayorganicbeautyandwellbeing/register " target="_blank">For More Information Click Here</a><br><br><br><strong>Reef Dwellers Art Show by Selva Ozelli<br></strong><a href="https://ubiverse.org/posts/an-art-show-for-world-wetlands-earth-day-by-selva-ozelli " target="_blank">Click Here for More Information</a><br><br><br><strong>Sustainability Partnerships - Invest in Green Innovation in the NHS<br></strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/earth-day-invest-in-green-innovation-tickets-293983631957 " target="_blank">Click Here for More Information</a><br><br><br><strong>KadaHive Earth Arts' Festival</strong><br><a href="https://kadahivehub.com/programmes-events/ " target="_blank">Click Here for More Information</a><br><br><br><strong>Ocean Love NO Plastic NO Waste<br></strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/caribwishfoundation https://www.instagram.com/caribwishfoundation/ " target="_blank">Click Here for More Information</a><br><br><br><strong>Captain A TV’s 2022 Virtual Earth Day Event<br></strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtd-msrj4vE9QXHvydzBSP02b7aJR8FD_T " target="_blank">Click Here for More Information</a><br><br><br><br><br>
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</div><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e440297a-124e-4dda-815d-91fd88b316512023-03-27T18:11:09-04:002024-02-02T15:42:02-05:00Sustainable Grocery Shopping 2023-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Kristy Mayer<div>
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<p><b>Bring Reusable Shopping Bags</b><br></p><p>Americans use approximately 100 billion single-use plastic bags each year, which accumulate in landfills and waterways and never truly decompose. Some states have banned disposable bags, but many still permit them. Come prepared to the grocery store with reusable bags to reduce the use of single-use plastics. </p><p><br></p><p><b>Shop the Perimeter</b></p><p>Food packaging and containers make up 23 percent of landfill waste. Shop around the perimeter of the store as much as possible to find the freshest, healthiest foods with the least amount of packaging, such as produce, bulk items, dairy, fresh fish and meat. Bulk items like nuts, dry beans, coffee, tea and grains can be purchased in exactly the amount needed with no packaging. </p><p><br></p><p><b>Plan Ahead</b></p><p>The average American wastes about 21 percent of the food they buy, which equates to about $1,800 a year. To avoid overbuying and shrink the carbon footprint of multiple shopping trips, plan meals a week (or month) ahead and come with a shopping list organized by the sections or aisles of the store.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Shop Local and In Season</b></p><p>Local produce has a drastically smaller carbon footprint than fruits and vegetables that must travel long distances by truck, airplane or ship. Buying local, in-season produce reduces waste because the produce is fresher when purchased and will not spoil as quickly at home. If the family’s diet includes meats, choose pasture-raised, grass-fed products from farmers that practice <a href="https://foodprint.org/blog/6-ways-to-cook-with-less-meat-but-better-meat/">regenerative organic agriculture</a>, which improves the quality of the land and maintains local ecosystems.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Read Labels</b></p><p>Choose foods that were produced with the environment in mind by looking for the following labels, seals and certifications:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><b>USDA Organic</b></li><li><span><b>Biodynamic (BDA)</b> for food produced without chemical pesticides or herbicides, using organic, non-GMO seeds</span></li><li><span><b>Non-GMO Project Verified </b>for<b> </b>foods that were not genetically engineered</span></li><li><span><b>FAIRTRADE Mark</b> and <b>Fair Trade Certified </b>for food producers committed to reasonable wages and the safe, fair treatment of workers </span></li><li><span><b>Climate Neutral Certified</b> for food manufacturers committed to reducing their greenhouse gas emissions</span></li><li><span><b>Safe Catch</b> for sustainably caught fish</span></li><li><span><b>Aquaculture Stewardship Council </b>(<b>ASC</b>) and <b>Best Aquaculture Practices </b>(<b>BAP</b>) for sustainably farmed seafood</span></li></ul>
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</div><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d376b206-27a7-4875-9098-fbe3b7bb61802023-01-16T17:05:39-05:002023-03-08T12:28:37-05:00A New Chapter: Nexus for Consciousness, Healing and Hope2023-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Brooke Goode<span><p>In 1994, the same year Jeff Bezos founded Amazon and Deepak Chopra laid the first bricks on his path to enlightenment, Sharon Bruckman created Natural Awakenings magazine. Each a visionary. Each ahead of their time.</p><br><p>By the late 1990s Americans had developed a voracious appetite for well-researched, practical information about the latest natural approaches to nutrition, fitness, personal growth and sustainable living. The Natural Awakenings franchise was born, expanding into the largest franchise publishing network in the health and wellness industry.</p><br><p><img width="300" alt="" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/mcJu3BcEK85iRYagoFZi08dVi_JUYtJn4sj_r7xBEdybifKz_33__dfLX0Zeb3LNn5yMCB0TXolOUBBVxT0ldxmiexckrQoHvpcT-N9eSNul0TW7G7WQQAkTwIdsijpCTGcPuh438K7yyhXxWaUM3sw" height="428"></p><br><p>As the magazine's 25th anniversary issue, published in 2019, explained, <i>Natural Awakenings</i> was woven from the threads of grit, inspiration and serendipity, creating a tapestry of health, healing and mindfulness. In an interview appearing in that issue, Bruckman clarified her purpose, saying, "The why that has been keeping me ‘on purpose’ can be found in the same mission statement that inspired me to create Natural Awakenings: to inspire and empower people to awaken to their highest potential, so together we can create a world that works for all living things.”</p><br><p>The world's delicate ecosystem, now in crisis, was also in need of help. "The critical issues we now address in <i>Natural Awakenings</i>—like genetically modified foods and climate change—were just emerging in serious public discourse then, but have since grown in urgency," Bruckman said. "The good news is that in the past 25 years, viable solutions in renewable technologies, organic farming methods and holistic healthcare practices have made great strides; now they just have to be implemented on a grander scale."</p><br><p>Shortly after the 25th anniversary issue was published, Joe Dunne, Natural Awakenings’ COO, had a serendipitous meeting with Kimberly Whittle, founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.knowewell.com/">KnoWEwell</a>. One conversation later, he was certain that Whittle and Bruckman should meet, given their shared vision and mission. Dunne describes KnoWEwell’s online Regenerative Whole Health Hub as “WebMD, NEJM [New England Journal of Medicine], Match.com, Home Advisor, LinkedIn, Facebook, Amazon, Quora, Medium and Apple News all rolled into one for health.” A week later, Whittle was on a plane to Florida to visit Bruckman at her home. It was the start of a providential relationship between two visionaries determined to bring natural healing, health and hope to individuals and families.</p><br><p>A decade earlier, in 2009, Whittle was driven by a series of family health crises to embark on a search for solutions. Deep diving into evidence-based research, she traveled the country to multiple integrative and functional medicine practitioner conferences. “I was blessed to find tremendous success in the prevention and healing of chronic conditions through what today is defined as Regenerative Whole Health, a broad spectrum of global healing approaches and therapies that consider the whole person—mind, body and spirit—connecting the dots between soil, food, lifestyle choices, planet and personal health to help prevent and address the root causes of chronic diseases,” she explains. “I began as a mom on a mission. As I grew into my family’s healer, and then a health and well-being resource for my friends, I felt a deep yearning to go beyond my community and help more people.”</p><br><p>Combining her entrepreneurial spirit, professional experiences, passion and purpose, Whittle formed KnoWEwell as a force for good in the world, to pay it forward and make it easier for others facing their own health crises, and to pay it back to the professional organizations and providers that helped her family heal. Much like Natural Awakenings, KnoWEwell’s mission is to transform health care by inspiring and empowering individuals with the knowledge, resources and community to proactively prevent harm, address chronic diseases and create “WELLthier Living” for themselves, their families, humanity and the planet.</p><br><p>Last December, KnoWEwell acquired Natural Awakenings, creating an integrated ecosystem that is committed to community, spanning the information gaps, providing immersive multimedia educational experiences and fostering trusted connections locally and globally. Together, these two companies are set to be the solution for consciousness, healing and hope.</p><br><p><img width="300" alt="" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/RexjoVH251QJJ6qjur_9oM0QD1sTOe1btcloXg-2LW0YTbq_vWTrtaAXcrRowcajL_RwsK9dZ7oxkgox8HdTJircMJQvVx-8tTmSTQQ32Ttc1We7sfBVQWq_w_YUIbACY9EjfAmTg_3K3pHxWX7ATgA" height="301"></p><br><p><b>A World in Crisis Needs Our Collective Help</b></p><br><p>Individually and collectively, we are facing unprecedented challenges. Human and planetary health are in crisis, and they are inextricably linked. According to the <a href="https://www.who.int/">World HealthOrganization</a>, climate change is the biggest global health threat confronting humanity.</p><br><p>The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations estimates that 33 percent of the Earth’s soils are already degraded, and more than 90 percent could become degraded by 2050. Soil erosion decreases agriculture productivity and contributes to a host of environmental threats. It can take up to 1,000 years to produce just two to three centimeters of soil.</p><br><p>While gene-edited crops are being promoted by the world’s largest chemical companies as “giving mother nature a boost,” Jeffrey Smith, founder of the <a href="https://responsibletechnology.org/">Institute for Responsible Technology</a>, warns, “With gene editing techniques, such as CRISPR, nature could be permanently corrupted by countless GMOs, and our food supply—including organic—could be overrun.”</p><br><p>Meanwhile, six in 10 adults and more than half of all children have a chronic health condition. The problem, Whittle believes, is that while our conventional medical system excels at acute care for an injury or a heart attack, it was never designed to treat chronic conditions, focusing more on the symptoms than the root cause of disease. Studies show there is a roughly 17-year lag between new research and mainstream health and medicine practices.</p><br><p><img width="300" alt="" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/lo9Dbc89fWLQj_d7x3aq5uAyIrRERYThZVgo90ANxW14n7x0MjwxIcErSFOmHCzV8A8YdP55TORzB10T5Mk4LqAHkhz34h315G1HmePQEoN1ZY8Khq_GLJnmOLl9hbIU96r2CMuI--luCSW6vAdMrLY" height="307"></p><p> </p><p><b>Hope for People and Planet</b></p><br><p>Evidence-based research is proving that while our DNA may be our ancestry, it is not necessarily our destiny. According to Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, "Our gene expression is altered by numerous influences including environment, lifestyle, diet, activity patterns, psycho-social-spiritual factors and stress. These lifestyle choices and environmental exposures can push us toward (or away from) disease by turning on—or off—certain genes." Ninety percent of the risks of chronic disease are due to non-genetic factors, and with the right knowledge and resources, individuals can change their lifestyle and environment to prevent and reverse chronic health conditions.</p><br><p><a href="https://rodaleinstitute.org/">Rodale Institute</a>, a leader in organic farming education and research, points to the importance of farming methods in addressing the health and planet crisis. According to the organization, “Hope is right below our feet. Healthier soil grows healthier plants, and healthier plants are more nutritious plants. In our work at Rodale Institute, we’re investigating the links between soil health and human health and proving that organic [farming] can feed the world.”</p><br><p>Research by Rodale has confirmed that adoption of regenerative organic farming practices could capture more than 100 percent of current, human-caused emissions of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Rodale researchers concluded, “We now know enough to have real hope, and with this hope comes the responsibility to journey down a new path.”</p><br><p>Millennials are leading the way on conscious living, flocking to integrative options and opting for more “natural” care, long advocated by Natural Awakenings. They now constitute the largest sector of the U.S. workforce with annual spending power of $600 billion. Close to 60 percent of millennials research information about health and nutrition online and on social media. This health-conscious generation believes good health is both a personal and social responsibility. They are early adopters of wearable technology and prefer organically grown, locally sourced and ethically raised foods. But consumers of all ages are overwhelmed by information and unverified online sources in the fragmented whole health market.</p><br><p><img width="300" alt="" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/THTTnpEyOwpekSmRKSAOhDxxFkLT6BCKqTLDNxJ5R3ErAuqbQMMZGKKkIwEX-Gvl788b1SJex68ZHNChIGpxpPXp80roLCY31xybSNib00AXgEozlNzI2BcSSy9QBjzoH-xhL36-1_EQjl-PwudLBU0" height="301"></p><br><p><b>Looking Forward</b></p><br><p><a href="https://www.weforum.org/events/world-economic-forum-annual-meeting-2023">The World Economic Forum</a> reported in 2021 that health care is undergoing a digital revolution that requires multi-stakeholder collaboration and the bridging of information gaps by fusing the digital and analog worlds. The 2017 industry white paper “The Rise of Wellcare”, by PricewaterhouseCoopers, concluded that integrated ecosystems for the consumer in the healthcare industry are essential. This paradigm would include products, services, social media, community and environmental activism.</p><br><p>The good news is that Natural Awakenings magazine and KnoWEwell will continue to bring new answers and common-sense approaches to be incorporated into an enjoyable, fulfilling and healthy life. Whittle is honored to be continuing Bruckman’s legacy. "We are kindred spirits; I have the same purpose and unwavering drive that Sharon had founding Natural Awakenings nearly 30 years ago. I am deeply committed to multi-stakeholder collaboration that benefits all— our families, communities and the planet. We will educate to bring consciousness of connections into daily practices and respect for Mother Earth so all can thrive and prosper. Together, we will inspire, empower and achieve a WELLthier Living World.”</p><br><br><p>Brooke Goode is KnoWEwell’s national editor.</p><div><br></div></span><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f01e30d4-6b01-4565-b300-24004dde10a62023-01-18T15:42:25-05:002023-07-03T17:17:43-04:00KnoWEwell and Natural Awakenings Join Forces2023-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Kristy Mayer<p>KnoWEwell, P.B.C., the Regenerative Whole Health benefits and services company, acquired Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation in December, 2022. “This is a transformational moment for both companies. Readers and consumers looking for trusted knowledge and education related to whole health, sustainable green living and community connections, locally and globally, will surely benefit from this collaboration,” says Kimberly Whittle, CEO of both companies.<br></p><p><br></p><p>Whittle is quick to celebrate the visionary behind <i>Natural Awakenings</i>, which has had an almost 30-year run across American cities, saying, “I am thankful for the tremendous leadership, vision and spirit that <i>Natural Awakenings</i> founder Sharon Bruckman instilled in this great publication—which I have been reading, enjoying and benefitting from for many years—and I look forward to continuing her legacy as part of the KnoWEwell family.”</p><p><br></p><p><i>Natural Awakenings</i> is—and will continue to be—a franchise with scores of publishers in different markets. “As a franchisee, each publisher manages their own magazine, collaborating with local businesses and producing hyperlocal news reporting and feature stories about people and events in their hometowns. Because they’re right there, they are well-equipped to connect readers with the best local resources. Publishers also are able to offer their readers national articles that are produced by a team of professional journalists. It’s the best of both worlds,” says Whittle.</p><p><br></p><p>KnoWEwell operates the Regenerative Whole Health Hub, a digital ecosystem, community and marketplace that centralizes global health and well-being knowledge, resources and connections. With a mission to transform health care, it is connecting the dots between regenerative organic agriculture, lifestyle choices, social issues and environmental solutions to inspire and empower individuals to prevent harm, address the root causes of chronic disease and achieve “WELLthier Living”.</p><p><br></p><p>KnoWEwell’s acquisition will have minimal impact on local magazine operations. “Moving forward, we’re looking for ways that the two companies can complement each other and also support our publishers at each location in their quest to offer the best content,” Whittle says. "We're growing a movement as we share knowledge, celebrate healing success stories, provide access to evidence-based resources and create meaningful connections while helping today's consumers, whole-health providers, mission-aligned nonprofits, businesses and advertisers prosper. 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</p><p> </p><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:784030a5-b10b-4426-bf16-b74d71e47c072022-10-31T15:38:10-04:002022-12-06T19:20:47-05:00Neutralize & Convert Harmful EMF Radiation, E-Smog and 4G/5G2022-10-31 15:39:30 -0400Rachael Oppy<div><b>Neutralize & Convert Harmful EMF Radiation, E-Smog and 4G/5G to Bio-Compatible Wellness Frequencies that Enhance & Improve the Health of your Family, Animals and Plants.</b><br><br></div><div><b>The “Cocoon” Creates an 82 foot Sphere of Protection in Your Home or Office.</b> </div><div><br></div><div>The COCOON is a whole-home or whole-office technology that neutralizes the negative frequencies of e-smog fields caused by man-made EMFs. We create a cocoon around your home and provide your body with the necessary resilience (resistance) to achieve vitality. And it all happens because the COCOON sends out:</div><ul><li>The geomagnetic frequency of 8Hz (forest atmosphere)</li><li>Non-thermal E-Smog neutralizing frequencies</li><li>And, depending on the inserted frequency card, emits corresponding natural frequencies with a diameter of 82 feet.</li><li>10 Frequency Cards include E-Smog, Hawaii Harmony, Sleep-Well, Food/Plants, Relax & Regeneration, Animal, Concentration, Sport & Fitness, I-Frequency/Internal Doctor, P-Frequency/Discomfort Relief.</li></ul><h3>How does COCOON work?<br></h3><div>The COCOON technology mirrors the Earth’s 8 Hz magnetic field and transmits it throughout your home. Our breakthrough COCOON technology brings the natural life force frequency to you and your family.<br><br><div class="image-medium image-align-left"><img alt="" src="//cdn2.locable.com/uploads/resource/file/959948/fill/300x0/CTX_Large_Cocoon.png?timestamp=1667245043"></div></div><div>The same frequency that life was born from billions of years ago. The same frequency that provides nourishment and life to all living things today. The same frequency that if it were to cease to exist – would end Life on Earth.</div><h3>For On-The-Go, Wear Your “Bubble” Personal Power Protection pendant. </h3><div>Protect Your Body’s Energy-Integrity & Vitality from Toxic EMF Radiation (E-smog) 24/7, Everywhere You Go - with the World’s Smallest, Active Frequency Device that fits right in your pocket. </div><div><br></div><div>Your body and Wellbeing are being continuously threatened by something you don't even see. That threat is based on Electromagnetic Radiation (E-Smog). On an average day, you get exposed to 20-40 sources of negative EMF, including: Your Wi-Fi router - Your Bluetooth headphones and 3G/4G/5G cellular communication towers. Even the “dirty” electricity hidden in your walls</div><div><br></div><div>The BUBBLE uses positive electromagnetic frequencies that are aligned with your body and the Earth that help you reclaim your vitality and your energy. Wear it over your Solar Plexis to open the Heart Chakra.</div><div><br></div><div>Rediscover the unbridled joy and wonderful passion of being alive and reignite your most meaningful relationships, that perhaps have lost some of their luster because you aren’t always feeling your best.<br><br></div><div>Practitioners love our products to further support the Health of clients and provide an adjunct business opportunity.</div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://learnmore.centropix.com/" target="_blank">Watch this before and after HRV Scanner (heart rate variability) video</a> to witness body systems improvement and functionality in one month. </div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://centropix.us/5GBGone" target="_blank">Go here to see these remarkably life changing products.</a><br></div><div><br></div><div>Call for more information on this 'rare and exciting' Ground-Floor Affiliate opportunity. (828) 817-4797.</div><div><br></div><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2c34fd9d-0afa-4669-8a2b-e2f28a9ce1dd2022-10-31T10:04:15-04:002022-12-06T19:21:19-05:00Are You Experiencing “Magnetic Field Deficiency Syndrome” (MFDS)?2022-10-31 10:53:34 -0400Rachael Oppy<h3>NOW We Can Protect Our Health-Integrity</h3><div>The damage of "ElectroSmog" radiation is the latest topic in Health & Wellness conversations today. </div><div><br></div><div>Even if we eat well and exercise, EMF radiation is still a constant real threat to our health's integrity. In our industrialized society, one of the most common, yet least understood syndromes is MFDS, or MAGNETIC FIELD DEFICIENCY SYNDROME, leading to a number of symptoms including Fatigue, Insomnia, Dizziness, Headache and overall suffering.</div><div><br></div><div>Like a "DreamCatcher" the COCOON detects and converts 82 feet of the detrimental electromagnetic waves into a Bio-Resonance source, using 24-carat Gold and minerals incorporated into cards such as the E-Smog, Sleep Well & Hawaii Harmony cards.</div><div><br></div><div>The COCOON was put to the test at Gunter Haffelder Institute for Brain Research with mass spectral EEG measurements that cannot be fooled. The conclusion could not have been clearer! With the Centropix COCOON, the stress caused by E-Smog WAS GONE!!</div><div><br></div><div>Do your family a favor and include this revolutionary system into your home for Christmas.</div><div><br></div><div>Replicate the Natural 8 Hz Frequency of the Earth with the Centropix COCOON and bring Vitality & Life into Your Home and Office.</div><div><br><b>COCOON Benefits</b>: Optimal Sleep Quality, Reduced Stress, Better Daily Performance & Teamwork, Unlimited Vitality, Improved Mental Clarity.<br><br></div><div><a href="https://learnmore.centropix.com/" target="_blank">Before/after HRV Scanner</a> (heart rate variability). Witness body systems improvement and functionality in one month.</div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://centropix.us/5GBGone" target="_blank">See these remarkably life changing products</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>Call for more information on this 'rare and exciting' Ground-Floor Affiliate opportunity. (828) 817-4797.</div><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0817b69c-2bcd-4bfb-b0f0-a14e444a79402022-08-31T09:50:58-04:002022-09-30T09:49:30-04:00Find Hope, Healing, Education & Relief At the Ocean Dreams Cancer Healing Center This December in Islamorada, Florida2022-08-31 10:23:06 -0400Terry Sutton<p>My name is Terry Sutton, founder of <a href="https://www.naturalcentralpa.com/businesses/fl-tavernier-ocean-dreams-healing-center-retreat" target="_blank"><b>Ocean Dreams Cancer Healing Center</b></a><span>, in <b>Islamorada, Florida</b>, where we are conducting a </span><a href="https://oceandreamshealing.org/retreats" target="_blank"><b>Healing and Wellness Retreat</b></a><span> from <b>December 5 through 9, 2022</b>. The retreat gives patients with cancer or other diseases, along with their caregivers, the chance to experience hope, healing, education and relief from their day-to-day stress and the opportunity to learn <b>how to improve the quality of their lives together.</b></span></p><h3>Relax, Play, Learn & Heal</h3><p><span>During this five-day, all-inclusive retreat, guests will explore healing modalities that <b>complement their current medical protocol</b> and discover how to treat the entire mind, body and spirit through breathing techniques, healthy nutrition, effective hydration, stretching, joint manipulation, massage, acupuncture, music therapy, reiki, grounding, reflexology, meditation, herbal medicine and more. There will be time to play in the water, go fishing or relax in the sun.</span></p><p>If you’re facing an illness and need relief and support for yourself and your caretaking team, I invite you to experience the blessing of a soothing, healing, fun and educational environment, which was borne from my own, recent, personal experience with and recovery from cancer.</p><h3>My Personal Story</h3><p>My personal experience is a journey that led me from the brink of death to founding <a href="https://www.naturalcentralpa.com/businesses/fl-tavernier-ocean-dreams-healing-center-retreat" target="_blank"><b>Ocean Dreams Cancer Healing Center</b></a> and sharing hope, healing, education, and relief with others, as my life’s mission.</p><h3>Unexpected Diagnosis</h3><p>In 2015 at the age of 51, I was told the words I never expected to hear from my doctor, "You have stage 4 colorectal cancer."</p><p>My family and I were shocked, devastated and confused. I looked and felt completely normal. I could physically do anything I wanted. We ate healthy as a family, and I exercised daily. I could only wonder if this news would be my death sentence.</p><h3>Fighting To Live</h3><p>During the next four years I had multiple surgeries to remove tumors in my colon/rectum, liver, and left lung. </p><p><span>Additionally, I <b>practiced and utilized various alternative therapies</b> to help heal my entire body. Then in August of 2018 tests showed that the liver tumor continued to re-grow even after 3 earlier liver surgeries. There were no treatment options left. The doctors told me to get my affairs in order because I had about 6 months left to live, and I was facing chemotherapy for the rest of my shortened life.</span></p><p><span>I made the personal decision that chemotherapy was not the path I wanted to follow. Instead, I chose to see my <b>Naturopathic Oncologist</b> and stepped-up the naturopathic treatment options.</span></p><h3>A Turn for The Worse – BYOL</h3><p>Six months later, in March of 2019 the doctors found that my Vena Cava tumor was pushing on, and closing off, my hepatic vein, and was 70% closed. </p><p>Again, I heard news what no one ever expects or wants to hear. The doctor again delivered the news, “Based on your current condition, you have less than 2 months to live.” </p><p>He continued, “There is something we can do, namely a liver transplant. But there’s a catch. Since your liver is still functioning, you do not have a MELD score that qualifies you to be on the list for a cadaver liver. You must have a living-donor liver transplant. We have never offered this to a stage 4 cancer patient before, but it is likely your only option to live. Oh, and by the way, you must find your own liver donor."</p><p>BYOL - Bring your own liver, what a concept!</p><h3>The First Beautiful Gift</h3><p>I was in shock but, I had to ask, “What about the Vena Cava? That’s where my tumor is”. The doctors replied, “Don’t worry. We’ll go to our spare parts refrigerator and get you a new one.”</p><p>Now, I was really shocked as I exclaimed, “What are you saying?”</p><p>“Well,” replied the doctors, “when people donate their organs, they also donate all of their veins and anything else that can be reused from their body to help others in need.”</p><p>What a beautiful Gift!</p><h3>The Second Beautiful Gift</h3><p>My question then turned to, “How would I find someone willing to give up a portion of their healthy liver?”</p><p>It didn't seem likely, or even possible, however, despite the odds, my family & friends put together a flyer and constructed a campaign to find a living liver donor.</p><p>We began reaching out to everyone we knew and people we didn’t know. A local television news station reached out to us and interviewed me and my wife to help spread the word.</p><p>Then a miracle came along. Her named is Danielle. She had just moved in the house next door and became friends with my wife while I was in the hospital. Danielle gave me part of her liver and an organ donor gave me part of a Vena Cava. That is why I am alive today.</p><h3>A Renewed Mission in Life</h3><p>After surgery and recovery, as I got my life back, I had a vision of dedicating my life to educating caregivers and their loved ones suffering with a cancer diagnosis.</p><p>My mission became clear. I would support others by sharing my story and the experience I gained with all the healing modalities I utilized in my recovery journey. We would create a safe, relaxing, and fun space to educate, soothe and support those that need it, at <a href="https://www.naturalcentralpa.com/businesses/fl-tavernier-ocean-dreams-healing-center-retreat" target="_blank"><b>Ocean Dreams Cancer Healing Center</b></a>.</p><p>What better place could there be to share this journey, than the beautiful healing waters of the Upper Florida Keys?</p><h3>Gratitude is Flowing</h3><p>It has been 3 years now since I received my Gift of Life, and I am grateful.</p><p>My family and I have been giving as much as we can to <a href="https://www.naturalcentralpa.com/businesses/fl-tavernier-ocean-dreams-healing-center-retreat" target="_blank"><b>Ocean Dreams Healing Center</b></a>. Yes! We are taking “cancer” OUT of our name – and with this, we are making great progress and helping many.</p><p>But we can’t do this alone and we need your help!</p><h3>Join us – Help Build the Dream</h3><p>If you have any interest in being part of this amazing “dream” to help others dealing with disease, whether it be to donate, staff, volunteer, or as an attendee / participant, please reach out to us at <a href="http://www.oceandreamshealing.org">www.oceandreamshealing.org</a>, phone 305-393-9921, or email <a href="mailto:odchc2019@gmail.com">odchc2019@gmail.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://www.naturalcentralpa.com/businesses/fl-tavernier-ocean-dreams-healing-center-retreat" target="_blank"><b>Ocean Dreams Cancer Healing Center</b></a> is a fully approved 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Our EIN is 84-3982122.</p><p><span>Our mission is to bring <b>Hope, Healing, Education</b> and <b>Relief</b> from the day-to-day stresses of dealing with disease to caregivers and their loved ones, so they can <b>live a better quality of life as they search for a cure.</b></span></p><p>Please join us. Together we can HELP many!</p><p>Cheers,</p><p>Terry</p><hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings National</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a435e7fc-6eb2-4ef8-a42e-ee21515368042022-06-02T12:45:52-04:002022-08-31T10:30:33-04:00Healthier Living Through Iridology2022-06-02 12:45:52 -0400Jay Martin<p>The goal of <a href="https://myeyeread.com/">Eyeread</a> is to make its clients knowledgeable about their genetic predispositions and with that information, help them to become a healthier individual. Quality is number one for <a href="https://myeyeread.com/">Eyeread</a>; when dealing with a client’s health, there is no room for error. With so many satisfied clients, it is no wonder that <a href="https://myeyeread.com/">Eyeread</a> is a perfect 5.0 rated provider of Iridology services. </p><p>Jessica Halpern, Dip.H.Ir CCI INHC, is one of the nation’s top rated iridologists. Jessica’s mission is to provide a service which helps people. She herself suffered from various health issues that traditional providers were not able to help with. Jessica has made it her life’s goal to use the skills she possesses to help others get well.</p><p>If you are not familiar with Iridology, this brief description should help you to get up to speed.</p><p>Iridology is the science of the study of the iris of the eye. It is used as an assessment tool. The irides reveal the genetic predispositions of the entire body.</p><p>Your eyes are your blueprint; no two irides are exactly alike – just like fingerprints. By looking at the fiber structure, color, markings, and pigmentations, we can discover your inherent strengths and weaknesses. 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