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

Ashwagandha Herb Mutes Bipolar Disorder, Lowers StressThe ancient ayurvedic herb ashwagandha (Witha-

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

SUN’S RAYS MAY HElP HEART HEAlTHIn addition to triggering vitamin D production, the sun

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

Day of Spiritual Speakers in Lancaster Features Dannion BrinkleyYour Inner Light, in Lititz, a books,

gifts and wellness center that specializes in natural healing products, will host a day of inspirational speakers at the Lan-caster Host Resort & Conference Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., July

27. New York Times bestselling author Dannion Brinkley will talk from 2 to 6 p.m. about the transformative revela-tions he received through his three near-death experiences. The day begins with an open-ing ceremony led by Reverend Sylvia Seward, the executive director of Radiant Light Healing & Teaching Center, in Reading. Other presenters include Iryne Carrasquillo, a medium and healer, and Martine Bloquiaux, a medical intuitive, author and healer. Brinkley’s first book, Saved by the Light, was published in 1994, fol-lowed by At Peace in the Light a year later and then The Secrets of the Light. In 1997, he co-founded the Twilight Brigade, a California-based nonprofit that raises awareness about the needs of the dying, especially veterans.

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in Pediatrics, researchers from Liver-pool Women’s Hospital gave either a standard diet or that plus multivitamin and mineral supplementation intrave-nously to 150 preterm infants for 28 days after their birth. Supplemented babies had higher rates of growth, measured in weight, plus head cir-cumference sizes that were between five and eight millimeters greater. The differences in head circumference remained nine months after the supplementa-tion period ended.

Dried Plums Prevent Bone LossConsuming dried plums, Prunus domes-

tica, appears to reduce bone loss and may increase bone mass. Studying 236 post-menopausal women for one year, Flor-ida State University researchers gave half of the women 100 grams of dried plums per day, while the other group received 100 grams of dried apples. Bone scans done at three, six and 12 months found signifi-cantly greater bone mineral density among the group that ate dried plums. A study from Oklahoma State Universi-

ty showed similar results with post-menopausal mice put on a diet supplemented with dried plums or other dried fruits for two months. Only the diet with dried plums prevented bone loss among the mice. Another study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, found increased bone mass among both elderly and adult male mice that ate a diet comprising 25 per-cent dried plums, while those that did not eat dried plums lost bone mass.

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

increased fruit and vegetable consumption among school-age children may increase learning skills related to inter-acting with others, as identified in social cognitive theory. Researchers divided 138 students into two groups, with one group consuming more fruits and vegetables than the other. After three months, the group on the healthier diet tested higher in social cognitive learn-ing skills. They also scored better in self-efficacy (belief they could suc-ceed) in difficult situations, social support and observational learning.


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Farm BuildingTraining Programs Attract Young FarmersThere’s little doubt that the nation needs more young farmers, because statistics from the U.S. Department of Agriculture show the average American farmer is 58 years old. Hope lies in farm incubators that equip young agrarians with the technical skills and the business savvy needed to compete in the fierce, burgeoning market for locally grown produce. At Kinsman Farm (KinsmanFarm.net), in Cleveland, the Ohio State University Extension gives would-be farmers quarter-acre starter plots and helps them develop business plans. Finan-

cial support is available, too. “The city of Cleveland recently received private funds to expand its Gardening for Greenbacks Program,” advises spokesperson Marie Barni. “Our urban farmers can now receive a $5,000 grant to help start their farming microenterprise.” Some city planners have voiced considerable skepticism about whether ur-ban farms are an effective tool for creating jobs and rebuilding economies like Cleveland’s, but advocates point to other farm incubators in North Carolina, Oregon and Rhode Island, as well as in Kansas City, Kansas, Holyoke, Massa-chusetts, St. Louis, Missouri, and Seattle, Washington. In Chicago, students at the role model Windy City Harvest, coordinated by the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Richard J. Daley City College (ChicagoBo-tanic.org/windycityharvest), engage in six months of hands-on horticulture train-ing, and then a three-month paid internship with a farm or food justice organiza-tion.

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Food TransparencyVermont Demands GMO LabelingVermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for the state to pass the nation’s first unrestricted mandato-ry labeling bill for genetically modified organisms (GMO). The state legisla-ture’s collective efforts, lasting more than a decade, led to an unprecedent-ed, game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23. The state expects legal challenges by big biotech manufacturers and market-ers, and has proactively set aside $10 million for legal fees. Starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Vermont that contain more than 0.9 percent GMO content con-tamination will require a statement on the label indicating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled can-not also label their products as “natu-ral”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs.

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

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the way we think about the ability of good food to feed the future well.

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

Dick and Diana Dyer, of Dyer Family Organic Farm, in Ann Ar-bor, Michigan, finally realized their lifelong dream to farm in 2009, each at the age of 59. The couple grows more than 40 varieties of garlic on 15

acres; they also grow hops and care for honeybees. In addition, they provide

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

Mary Jo and Luverne Forbord, of Prairie Horizons Farm, in Starbuck, Minnesota, raise Black Angus cattle, grazed on certified organic, restored, native prairie pastures. Mary Jo, a registered dietitian, welcomes dietetic students to the 480-acre farm to learn where food comes from and how to grow it without the pesticides that con-tribute to farmers’ higher risk for certain cancers. “We must know the true cost of cheap food,” she insists. Most recently, they planted an organic orchard in memory of their son, Joraan, who died of cancer in 2010 at the age of 23. Joraan’s orchard is home to thriving, health-supporting apple, apricot, cherry and plum trees, plus na-

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tive aronia berries. It also injects fresh life into the community. Each spring, the Forbords celebrate their son’s birthday by “waking up” his orchard. His mother explains: “People of all ages gather—an assortment of our friends, Joraan’s friends and their grow-ing families, neighbors, relatives, co-workers, students and others—to keep his legacy grow-ing. The incredible community support keeps us going.”

Tarrant Lanier, of the Center for Family and Community Develop-ment (CFCD) and Victory Teaching

Farm, in Mobile, Alabama, wants all children to grow up in safe communi-ties with access to plenty of wholesome food. After working for nearly two decades with some of South Alabama’s most vulnerable families, Lanier wanted to “provide more than a crutch.” In 2009, she established the nonprofit CFCD organization, dedicated to healthy living. Within five years, she had assembled a small, but hard-work-ing staff that began building community and school gardens and creating col-laborative partnerships. Recently, the group established the Victory Teaching Farm, the region’s first urban teaching farm and community resource center. “The farm will serve as an onsite experience for children to learn where their food comes from and the reasons fresh, organically grown food really matters to our health,” says

Lanier. Howev-er, “This is just the tip of the iceberg for us. Ultimate-ly, we’d like to be a chem-ical-free community through ad-vocating for

reduction and elimination of pesticide and chemical use in schools, hospi-tals, households and local parks and ball fields.” Lanier aims to help improve on Alabama’s low national ranking in

the health of its residents. “I love our little piece of the world, and I want future gen-erations to enjoy it without fearing that it’s making us sick,” she says. “We are intent on having a school garden in every school, and we want to see area hospitals estab-lish organic food

gardens that support efforts to make people healthier without the use of heavy medications.” Lanier further explains: “We see our victory as reducing hunger and increasing health and wellness, envi-ronmental sustainability and repair, community development and beau-tification, economic development and access to locally grown food, by promoting and creating a local food system.”

Don Lareau and Daphne Yannaka-kis, of Zephyros Farm and Garden, in Paonia, Colorado, grow exquisite organic flowers and vegetables for farmers’ markets and community supported agriculture members in Telluride and the Roaring Fork Valley. Recently, the couple decided to take fewer trips away from their children

and homestead, and instead bring more people to their 35-acre family farm to learn from the land and develop a refreshed sense of community. From earthy farm dinners and el-egant weddings to creative exploration camps for children and adults and an educational internship program, these family farmers are raising a new crop of consumers that value the land, their food and the people producing it. The couple hopes to help people learn how to grow and prepare their own food, plus gain a greater appreciation for organic farming. “The people that come here fall into a farming lifestyle in tune with the sun and moon, the seasons and their in-ner clock—something valuable that has been lost in modern lifestyles,” notes Lareau, who especially loves sharing the magic of their farm with children. “Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.”

Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens, of Lakeview Organic Grain, in Penn Yan, New York, grow a variety of grains, including wheat, spelt, barley,

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Anne Mosness, in Bellingham, Washington, began fishing for wild salmon with her father during one summer after college. The experience ignited a sense of adventure that led her back to Alaska for nearly three decades, as a crew member and then a captain in the Copper River and Bristol Bay fisher-

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

nut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp, they can energize us for a full day of summer activities. Other ingredients follow the peak of summer crops. Berries, greens, melon, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, celery, carrots and stone fruits like peaches and mangoes add antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and min-erals. A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds, hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor, while provid-ing omega-3 fatty acids necessary for complete nutrition. For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia. The best way to mix a smoothie is to start with either a liquid or an ingredient with a thicker consistency,

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like yogurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender. Next, add the desired fruits or veg-etables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before increas-ing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier. Freezing the fruits in recipe-size por-tions also simplifies the process. Smooth-fleshed fruits like man-goes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries. Ten-der, baby greens such as spinach, kale or chard virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless

the blender is extremely powerful. Blending enough ingredients for two smoothies can yield a leftover serv-ing to store in a reusable glass jar in the refrigerator. To reactivate the full taste later, just turn over the jar and give it a good shake to re-blend the ingredients. Spirulina (made from a micro-saltwater plant) and wheatgrass juice and powder are some popular smoothie additions. Milled flax seeds add healthy fat, but their water-soluble fiber also adds a little bulk; although the texture differ-ence isn’t notice-able if the smoothie is enjoyed right away, it will be apparent if it sits for 20 minutes or more. With the whir of a blender—and no cooking—summer’s tastiest bounty transforms into at-home or on-the-go beverages to revive, replenish and renew us so we’re ready for our next adventure.

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

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Ease of UseBlendtec’s display is an intuitive, one-touch design with preprogrammed blending cycles as well as a sliding bar for manual speed adjustments. The preset blending options mean that the chef can walk away from the machine and know that the food will be blended to perfection.

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For the 15 million Americans who live with life threatening food allergies, there is no vacation—summer or otherwise—from the vigilance required to stay safe. Every season has its own challenges. During the winter and spring holidays it may be altering favorite family recipes or explaining the dangers of cross contamination to a relative. Often, it can also mean feeling it necessary to cook every single element of a meal personally. Thankfully, these recipes can be easily altered to accommodate different allergens and intolerances, making them the most versatile for any family.

Soy-Free Salad Dressing

For those allergic to soy or any spice, buying a bottled salad dressing is difficult. Most contain soy and/or “spices”, which are unspecified.

4 Tbsp olive oil3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar2 Tbsp pure maple syrup

Whisk or mix in blender or food processor. The machine incorporates the ingredients better and prevents separation in the refrigerator. Recipe can be doubled or tripled.

Slaw Salad

For anyone allergic to eggs, deli-made slaws or bottled slaw dressings are a no-no. This recipe is so good, even the non-allergic will want to eat it.

Salad1 bag shredded carrots1 head broccoli, chopped in small pieces1 head cauliflower, chopped in small pieces1 bag raw sunflower seeds1 red onion, chopped1 bag fresh cherries, pitted and chopped

Dressing1 cup egg-free, soy-free or regular mayonnaise2 Tbsp sugar or sweetener 2 Tbsp unfiltered apple cider vinegar2 tsp black pepper½ tsp salt¼ tsp dry mustard1/8 tsp celery seed

Mix salad ingredients in large bowl.Whisk dressing ingredients in a small bowl.Pour dressing over salad ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate.

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

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America’s Family Farm Heritage and Health at Stake

by Harriet Shugarman

that need them the most as American policies continue to favor megalithic agribusinesses and push farming families into unsustainable choices. Standard drilling leases rarely provide broad protec-tions for farmers and can even eliminate their input on where roads are created and fracking machinery is in-stalled on their property, all of which can hamper normal farming. In Pennsylvania, where fracking is commonplace, thousands of diesel trucks drive by working farms daily, compounding problems already associated with 24/7 vibrations, noises, emissions and light pollution, stressing both humans and farm animals. In New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Ohio, farmers that have or are near such leased land are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain mortgages, re-mortgage property and acquire or renew insurance policies. Caught up in a vicious cycle, some farmers feel forced to abandon their farms, thus opening up more land to oil and gas com-panies. “Fracking is turning many rural environments into industrial zones,” observes Jennifer Clark, owner of Emi-nence Road Farm Winery, in New York’s Delaware County. She notes that we often hear a lot about the jobs fracking might create, but we hear little about the agricultural jobs being lost or the destruction of a way of life that has been integral to America’s landscape for generations. Asha Canalos, an organic blueberry and heirloom vegetable farmer in Orange County, New York, is among the leaders in the David versus Goliath battle pitting farmers and community members against the Millennium Pipeline Company and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. On May 1, oral arguments were heard in the U.S. Court of Appeals. According to Canalos, “Our case could set a national precedent, with all the attending legal precedent, that will either empower other farmers and communities like ours and Minisink or will do the oppo-site.” In January 2013, more then 150 New York chefs and food professionals sent a letter to Governor Mario Cuomo calling for a ban on fracking in their state. As of December 2013, more then 250 chefs have signed on to the Chefs for the Marcellus campaign, which created the petition. In April 2014, Connecticut chefs entered the fray by launch-ing their own petition to ban the acceptance of fracking waste in Connecticut. In California this past February, farmers and chefs banded together to present Governor Jerry Brown with

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a petition calling for a moratorium on fracking, stating that fracking wastes huge amounts of water. The previ-ous month, California had declared a statewide drought emergency, and by April, Brown had issued an executive order to strengthen the state’s ability to manage water. Ironi-cally, existing California regulations don’t restrict water use by industrial processes, including fracking, which uses and permanently removes tremendous amounts of water from the water cycle. To date, fracking in California operates with little state regulation. It’s past due for a “time out” on oil and gas produc-tion and infrastructure development. Every citizen needs to think carefully and thoughtfully about what’s at stake as outside interests rush to use extreme forms of energy extraction to squeeze the last drops of fossil fuels from our Mother Earth.

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Demonstration in Washington to Stop Fracked Gas Exports

On Sunday, July 13, demonstrators will gather in Washington, D.C., to protest fracked gas exports

at Cove Point, in Maryland, and other proposed sites across the nation. The event will feature such anti-fracking movement leaders as Tim DeChristopher and Sandra Steingraber, along with mothers fending off compressor stations, fathers fighting pipelines, and others demanding solutions to climate change. “This is the first-ever major action in D.C. on this issue,” says Ted Glick, National Campaign Coordi-nator for the Chesapeake Climate Action Network. “Thousands of us will be there to show the strength of the movement against shale gas drilling and fracking. We’re calling for a rapid transition away from coal, gas and oil energy sources and toward wind power, solar energy and efficiency investments, which create jobs and a stable climate.” A civil disobedience event is planned for the next day, July 14. To learn more and register for the demon-stration, visit StopGasExports.org.


“Whether urban or rural, chil-dren in our state average 4.5 minutes outdoors and

four hours in front of a screen every day,” says Barbara Erickson, president of The Trustees of Reservations conservation nonprofit, in Sharon, Massachusetts. One way to disconnect kids from electronics is to go camping. Such educational, fresh air exercise is inclusive and inexpensive. David Finch, superintendent of the Dunes Edge Campground, in Provincetown, Massachusetts, suggests borrowed gear for the first outing. A backyard campout can be a rewarding trial run; each child can ask a friend to stay over and a par-ent and the family dog can participate. Once kids have the hang of sleep-ing somewhere outside their own bed-room, consider an overnight program at a local or regional zoo. Kids get a kick out of watching the animals and learning about their behaviors, diets and habitats. The Toledo Zoo, in Ohio, offers Snooze at the Zoo, including a pizza dinner, breakfast and admission the next day. Children sleep near one of the exhibits or in a safari tent. The program teaches animal adaptations,

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food chains and ecosystems and meets requirements for scout badges in a fun setting. The Irvine Nature Center, in Ow-ings Mills, Maryland, near Baltimore, offers a rich outdoor experience. Organizers provide food, activities and camping equipment. Children first attend a fire safety class, and then help cook a meal and make s’mores. At night, participants learn how to mimic owl hoots and practice their new skills, often receiving hoots in return. Night walks sometimes include sightings of deer, bats or flying squirrels, while morning walks showcase groundhogs and birds. Jean Gazis, with the women’s and girls’ rights nonprofit Legal Momentum, in Brooklyn, New York, observes, “It’s easier to camp with small, even tiny, children, than with older kids. Babies are portable.” She recalls taking her 7-week-old infant along and nostalgi-cally comments, “Now that the kids are 11 and 14, they don’t have as much free time.” Drive-up camping in a state park that offers facilities and planned activi-ties sets up a good time. Gazis feels

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4 Keep dogs tethered so they can’t chase or harm wildlife.

4 Be courteous to other visitors (no loud music). Happily share the trail and experiences.

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Black Bean Cakes½ lb dried black beans2 Tbsp Spanish onion, finely diced2 Tbsp green pepper, finely diced2 Tbsp tomatoes, peeled, seeded, finely diced2 cloves garlic, chopped½ tsp chili powder½ tsp cumin4 Tbsp olive oilSalt and black pepper

Salsa Verde1 lb tomatillos, paper husk removed2 Tbsp olive oil½ tsp chili powder½ tsp cumin2 cloves garlic, choppedSalt and black pepperOlive oil

Black Bean CakesThe night before, wash the black beans under cold running water, rinsing off any dirt and picking out small stones. Boil the beans in a large pot with 3 quarts of water for 40 minutes or until the beans are soft, but not breaking apart. Drain completely and refrigerate overnight.


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Heat a sauté pan on high. Add 1 Tbsp of olive oil, then sauté the onion, green pepper, tomato and garlic until they begin to sweat, but have not browned. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, stir in chili and cumin powders. Put the sautéed vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Add one third of the cooked and cooled black beans. With a potato masher or a large spoon, mash the beans until all ingredients are incorporated, making a smooth paste. Stir in the remaining beans. Mix the bean cakes briefly, until the whole beans are blended evenly with the paste. Heat a large pan or griddle. Form 12 bean cakes, about ½-inch thick and 3 inches across. Spread the remain-ing olive oil on the griddle and fry the bean cakes for 5 minutes on either side. They will heat through and brown slightly on the outside. Serve with Salsa Verde.

Salsa VerdeBring a large stock pot filled with 1 gallon of salted water to a boil. Boil the tomatillos until they are soft, about 10 minutes. Drain the water and put the tomatillos in a large mixing bowl. While the tomatillos are still hot, mix in the remaining ingredients. With a potato masher or a large spoon, mash the salsa until all the ingredients are incorporated and it is at desired consistency. Refrigerate for at least an hour, pref-erably overnight.

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From the tender age of 5, Tus-can chef and cookbook author Gabriele Corcos cooked with

his grandmother. By 7, he was skilled enough to have earned an inheritance: her recipe for almond cake. He re-calls, “She entrusted me with a family heirloom although I didn’t really see it that way at first.” The recipe sharing was life-defining for Corcos. Besides freeing him from having to rely on her for cake, it reinforced his growing rev-erence for food and his love of family. Corcos grew up in Fiesole (“Fee-so-lay”), a town nestled in the hills surrounding Florence, Italy, in the heart of Tuscany. His grandparents still enjoy life there in their 14th-century farmhouse and tend to their olive grove. Every summer, Corcos and his family journey there to savor several weeks of relaxing and reconnecting. It’s a welcome annual respite from the busy pace of life in their Brooklyn home of the past few years. In 2001, life changed dramatically when Corcos met his future wife, actress Debi Mazar (from Martin Scorsese’s film Goodfellas and HBO’s hit series Entourage), in Florence at

the home of a mutual friend. “I chased Debi to Los Angeles, and within a year of falling for one another, we married, bought a home and were expecting our first child,” explains Corcos. After a decade of L.A. life, the couple relocated their family to Brooklyn. “We like to keep life interesting and Brooklyn offered more of a community feel for us and our daughters (ages 8 and 12). We enjoy the distinctive seasons here , especially for fresh food.” With a grin, he adds, “Besides, by living in Brooklyn, we are that much closer to Italy.” Now, as cookbook authors with a weekly family-oriented cooking show, Extra Virgin, in its fourth season on The Cooking Channel, the Corcos family never finds life dull. The couple is best described as ambassadors for Tuscan cooking—he a warm-hearted chef, she an actress and New York City foodie. Despite their notoriety, they lead an understated, non-glamor-ous life and embrace an uncomplicat-ed approach to food, gardening and cooking. He is most comfortable in jeans and T-shirt with a glass of wine and plate of freshly made pasta. “We

don’t pay attention to the celebrity element of our work,” he admits with a boyish tone. “Our focus is inspiring and teaching.”

How We Cook and EatLike a true Italian chef, Corcos en-courages others to “Enjoy life and ev-erything in moderation, whether that’s pasta, cheese, or wine.” He believes in the beauty of simplicity. “There’s rarely a need to splurge on food or specialized pots and pans to be able to cook well. One can adopt key ele-ments of a natural, farmer-like lifestyle without a lot of effort,” says Corcos. “Even though we don’t use strictly organic ingredients, we always strive for fresh and locally grown whenever possible.” When he came to the U.S., the 24-hour supermarket experience excited Corcos. “Everything seemed very civilized, and I adopted it. But over time, I realized the relationship I had with the merchants I bought food from was superficial. It started to feel distant and impersonal.” Today, he speaks enthusiastically of the value and joy of buying and growing food on a smaller, more personal scale. “Gardens and farmers’ markets offer a connection to one’s food origins that is so important. To be able to under-stand and select organic ingredients and to know where one’s food comes from—it provides a deeper sense of nourishment beyond just eating.” Even with conveniences of our modern lives, Corcos shops and tends to his garden daily for fresh ingredi-ents. “It’s important to observe turn-over in your refrigerator. We don’t buy anything in bulk except toilet paper.”

Sharing the WayA sure indicator that a cookbook will become a classic is when its new owner is torn between prominently displaying it on the kitchen counter or showing it center stage on a coffee table. (This is what happened when I brought the Corcos and Mazar cookbook, Extra Virgin, Recipes and Love from our Tuscan Kitchen, into her home). Sitting down to peruse the cookbook feels like inviting the authors into one’s living room to chat.

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Its recipes epitomize approachability with a laid-back vibe that’s engaging. It hums back and forth between their introductions to120 recipes and offers glimpses into the couple’s life-long passion for food and cooking. It fea-tures mouth-watering food photogra-phy plus family snapshots. The book’s inside cover blurbs by 13 Hollywood celebrities and well-respected food icons such as Anthony Bourdain and Bobby Flay show a well-deserved reverence for the work. From appetizers and main courses to dessert, the book’s recipes rely on easily sourced ingredients and even includes shopping tips for connecting with local farmers, meal planning and stocking the pantry with basics. On what he and Mazar most want from the cookbook, Corcos reflects, “To inspire and teach the language of food and nourishment that I’m blessed to have learned from my family.” Corcos appreciates that his ease in the kitchen and passion for cooking isn’t ubiquitous. He shares, “For those that may feel intimidated by cooking, my advice is to simply push through that fear. If we prepare something and it turns out less than stellar, we try again. Have fun, keep things simple and enjoy experimenting.”

You Give, You GetWhen speaking of his drive to keep cooking and sharing his knowledge, Corcos chuckles, “Teaching our children to cook is an investment in our future. We are preparing them to properly care for us in our old age.” Quietly, he adds, “I want to instill a love and appreciation for simple, delicious and healthy food.” People are often surprised when he admits he doesn’t cook for pleasure. “My goal is to bring pleasure to family and friends and make them smile. This is the pur-est form of payback: the love one feels by caring for others.”

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

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Just as the winter brings various ail-ments that we associate with cold weather, the warmer temperatures

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Aches and pains: Arnica MontanaArnica is a great remedy when physical limits are met and there are feelings of soreness and pain the next day. Take this remedy until symptoms subside.

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Bee stings: Apis Mellifica

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Bites from ticks, spiders or other animals: Ledum PalustreLedum is a “puncture wound” reme-dy. Whether it is a tick bite or a spider bite—or even a dog bite—the body recognizes it as a puncture would. Ledum helps especially if there is a bluish discoloration around the bite.

Colds: Ferrum PhosphoricumThis is a great remedy for colds in general. Take it at the first sign of a sore throat or cold coming on and re-peat as needed until the cold is gone. If the cold is a result of air condition-ing, use Dulcamara.

Heat stroke/Dehydration: Veratrum AlbumThis remedy is for strong heat stroke, sun stroke and dehydration. The symptoms may include cramps, diar-rhea and even cold sweats.

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Eyes sensitive to sunlight: Natrum MuriaticumThis is a great remedy to try especially if eyes tear, burn or even itch when out in the sun. Natrum Muriaticum is also a grief remedy.

Poison Ivy: Rhus ToxicodendronThis remedy is made from poison oak and is great for any type of contact toxin such as poison oak, ivy, sumac, etc. If the rash is on the face, use Ana-cardium Orientale.

Seasickness or motion sickness: TabacumThis is a great remedy for seasickness when there is a sinking feeling in the stomach along with nausea and vomit-ing. If it is accompanied by headaches

or dizziness, use Cocculus Indicus.

Sun Headaches: BelladonnaThrobbing headaches are relieved with Belladonna. Usually the sufferer will also have a red face. If the headache is caused by the sun and comes in waves, use Glonoinum.

Sunburn: Urtica UrensUse Urtica Urens for sunburn with bad blisters and intense burning and stinging, where applying cold does not relieve the pain. Use Cantharis Vesi-

catoria for sunburns with mild blister-ing and those burns where cold helps with relief. Both remedies can be used topically as well. Mix spring or distilled water with one remedy pellet in a spray bottle. Spray on as desired to ease the pain and discomfort.

Swimmer’s Ear: Mercurius SolublisThis is a highly effective remedy for swimmer’s ear and chronic ear infec-tions. The external ear may look red and feel hot. There may also be shoot-ing pains. Kali Muriaticum should be used if the glands are swollen and the Eustachian tube may be blocked caus-ing limited hearing.

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$2,600. Join bestselling author and nutritionist, Kathleen Downey, for a week of detox in Niagara Falls, NY, and Canada. Lose weight, decrease inflammation, reduce tumors and lift depression. Includes three organic meals a day and juices, yoga, meditation, techniques for an in-stant facelift, breathing and intestinal massage to release toxins. Hiking, biking, sailing and mineral springs. July 15-21. Call or email to register by July 7. 858-401-3144. CoreLevelHealing.net. [email protected].

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16Heart Disease Group Visit | langhorne

1-3pm. Shared medical visit for patients experiencing cholesterol, hypertension and heart disease issues. Talk with Dr. Warner about these shared issues and gain extensive knowledge on the subject. Also held on July 21. Medicine In Balance, 940 Town Center Dr, Lang-horne. 215-741-1600. MedicineInBalance.com.Naturalist Skills | Bristol

6-8pm. $6/mbrs, $8/non-mbrs. Join us to learn about local plants and animals. Must pre-register. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 17Kids Can Cook Workshop | Huntingdon Valley

11am. Bring budding chefs to this hands-on cooking workshop. Learn to create simple, healthy meals and snacks and receive a kids cookbook. Ages 4 and

up; must pre-register. Weis, 2100 County Line Rd, Huntingdon Valley. 570-988-3025. WeisMarkets.com/healthyliving.American Meat Film Showing | Doylestown

7pm. Join the Doylestown Food Co-op for a showing of American Meat. The event begins with a slide-show presentation and includes a panel discussion following the film. The County Theater, 91 E State St, Doylestown. 215-348-4548. Doylestown.coop.

SATURDAY, JULY 19Vegetarian Main Courses | Hatfield

1-2:30pm. $50. Chef Lou Farrell will teach how to sauté, boil and braise vegetables to make healthy, nutritious meals. We’ll cook with beans, noodles, green and starchy vegetables. Reserve a space online or by phone. Fresh Fun Foods, 2240 E Orvilla Rd, Hatfield. 215-353-8947. FreshFunFoods.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 20Lyme Disease Support Group | langhorne

5pm. This group supports those with Lyme and works to educate the public. All are welcome. Middletown Municipal Building, 3 Municipal Way, Langhorne. 215-741-5902. LowerBucksLymeGroup.org.

savethedateHomeopathy Made Simple

July 20-August 10Sundays, 1-3pm

Homeopathy is a powerful and vast energetic healing modality that is natural and inexpen-sive. This 4-week lecture series teaches how to use homeopathy in daily life to help with

physical, mental and emotional issues.

Cost: $100Location: The Homeopathic Classroom

1438 Lonely Cottage Rd, Upper Black Eddy

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WednesdaysTwilight Yoga6:30-8pmEnjoy the peace and tranquility of Greenshire’s gardens at dusk with a spirited class and weekly theme. Alice Zander (Swarandeep Kaur), certi-fied yoga teacher. $12.

Saturday, July 5Drumming Circle6:30-8:30pmExperience the incredible power and freedom of group drumming with its variety of rhythms that bring us together as community. Val Hopkins, drum circle facilitator. $20.

MondaysAwaken To Health, Dragon’s Gate Tai Chi Chuan7-8:15pmConnect to the body with ancient movement practices for overall health. Tap into calm, clear energy. Ancient sequences from Tai Chi Chuan and Aharaj yoga that calm energy and preserve it for later in the day. All levels. Lyn Hicks. $15.

Tuesdays, July 8 & July 22Men’s Group6:30-8pmWho are we as men in today’s society? What is our purpose in life, connection with others and ourselves? This group offers a time together for men to discuss ideas and insights. Jim Curley, MEd, certified holistic coach. $10.

Saturday, July 12Reiki I Certification10am-5pmReiki is a safe, natural healing touch technique for the healing of self and others. 8 CEs avail-able; add $50. Arlene Curley, Ph.D. $100.

Saturday, July 19Improving Your Relationship with Money9am-2pmCreating prosperity is also about health and relationships. Learn techniques to change the mind about money. Jon Satin and Chris Pattay, Possibility Coaches. $57.

Wednesday, July 23Highly Sensitive People Support Group6:30-8:30pmAre you highly sensitive or know people who are? Learn tools to integrate the positive self-image that comes with embracing one’s sensitivity. Rev. Tina Frazier. $20.

Wednesday, August 6Mastermind Group – 3-month course7-9pm (1st and 3rd Wednesday)A heart-centered approach to self-empower-ment and personal growth where the energy of the group amplifies our intentions. Jon Satin and Chris Pattay, Possibility Coaches. $397. Early discount: $297.

Saturday, August 16Mastering Love for Yourself9am-2pmKnowing how to love oneself is essential for a full and exhilarating life. Learn to attract more love into life. Jon Satin and Chris Pattay, Pos-sibility Coaches. $57.

Greenshire Arts Consortium3620 Sterner Mill Rd, QuakertownEvent Details: GreenshireArts.orgPlease register for all [email protected] 215-538-0976

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MONDAY, JULY 21Heart Disease Group Visit | langhorne

5:30-7:30pm. Shared medical visit for patients expe-riencing cholesterol, hypertension and heart disease issues. Talk with Dr. Warner about these shared issues and gain extensive knowledge on the subject. Also held on July 16. Medicine In Balance, 940 Town Center Dr, Langhorne. 215-741-1600. MedicineInBalance.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 22Medical Practitioners Open House | Buckingham

5-7pm. The practitioners of Joy Integrative Medicine want to meet any health and wellness practitioners interested in learning more about the services they of-fer and potentially partnering for the better health and happiness of clients. Joy Integrative Medicine, 4950 York Rd, Buckingham. 215-794-5691. JoyIntegrative-Medicine.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 26Kayak Lake Galena | Bristol

9am-5pm. $38/mbrs, $48/non-mbrs. This easy paddle is great for beginners. Must pre-register. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.org.

MONDAY, JULY 28Kids Yoga Camp | Quakertown

1-4pm. $75. This fun-filled camp begins with a daily yoga practice, followed by stories, songs and games. We will move, sing, paint, plant, draw and create all while exploring the world around and within. July 28 to July 31. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 31Gluten-Free Eating Tour | Huntingdon Valley

6pm. Walk the aisles with a Weis dietitian for tips on how to shop and cook for a gluten-free lifestyle. Receive product samples, recipes and more. Call to register. Weis, 2100 County Line Rd, Huntingdon Val-ley. 570-988-3025. WeisMarkets.com/healthyliving.

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Institute Classes

Touch for Health Kinesiology, Part 1 & 2

August 16-19Learn the art of muscle testing and a sys-tematic approach to balancing the body’s

muscles and meridian system to relieve stress and pain patterns. Simple, effective and

designed for everyone wanting more control over their health. CEs available for massage therapists, nurses and acupuncturists. Regis-ter by August 1 for a $100 discount. Call or

go online to register.

Location: Delaware Center for Conscious Living

1813 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE919-933-9299

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Top Ten Pain Releasers, Part 1 & 2September 27-28

Learn a wide variety of simple, highly effec-tive energy based techniques to relieve stress and pain. Taught to thousands of people with proven results. Simple enough for children

to use, excellent for health profession-als. Taught by author Arlene Green. CEs

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Location: Hampton Inn2055 Chemical Rd, Plymouth Meeting

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savethedateNew Moon Retreat by the Sea

September 26-28

A weekend of Vedic and Taoist arts workshops, combined with acupuncture

treatments to energize vitality of the temple of mind, body and spirit. With instructors

Gabrielle de Burke and Adam Schreiber. See website for full retreat package details; early

bird special until August 1.

Cost: $450Location: Minerva’s By the Sea

Bed & Breakfast,Barnegat Light, NJ

484-557-9605DragonSpiritArts.comWalking with a friend in the dark is

better than walking alone in the light.~Helen Keller


Monday, July 8 & Tuesday, July 9Private Channeling Sessions, with Sheryl Blumenthal10am-8pmSheryl Blumenthal receives direct guidance through an extremely powerful unity with the Council of Elders. She assists with clarifying one’s higher purpose, relationship concerns, health issues, finances and career choices. $85 for 30 minutes, $135 for an hour. Doylestown.

Saturday, July 26, in personSunday, July 27, by phoneSpiritual Advisor and Psychic Medium,Lisa Dantuono9am-3pmLisa Dantuono is a second generation psychic who can help with questions about finances, career, relationships, romance, health, life mission and one’s spiritual path. She can also connect with loved ones on the other side. $80 for 30 minutes. Doylestown.

Sunday, July 27Messages from the Other Side, with Joseph Tittel2-5pmBorn with a gift of communicating with spirits and predicting future events, Joseph Tit-tel’s ability to bring forth messages from the other side is amazing. Joseph was a finalist on America’s Psychic Challenge and often assists the police with unsolved cases. All participants will receive a message from loved ones across the veil or be able to ask a question regarding the future. $60. Doylestown.

Wednesday, August 13The New Pleiadian Light Codes6:30-9:30pmEl Herington will share her experiences with the Lemurian and Pleiadian beings for more than 7 years. Learn about the secrets of Kaua’i and bathe in a pure field of Pleiadian light codes. She carries the original paradise codes from the Lemurian legacy of Australia and Hawaii. $45. New Britain.

Thursday, August 14 & Friday, August 15Pleiadian Light Code ActivationsDaytime and evening appointmentsIn a one-hour session with El Herington, receive a Pleiadian light code activation in the heart center. Be guided toward merging with the oneness of all creation, which will create the expansiveness the soul desires for its awakening. $175. Doylestown.

Friday, August 22Mediumship Readings with Rich Braconi12-8pmWhen souls connect to us from the other side, they often share details about themselves, how they passed, meaningful moments in their lives, as well as insightful messages. Spirit Medium Rich Braconi will connect with family mem-bers, loved ones and friends who have crossed over, delivering messages of personal guidance and insights. $160/hour for 2 people together. Doylestown.

Sacred JourneysJuly 12-18: Swim with the Dolphins, BiminiAug 7-10: Mount Shasta, CA RetreatOct 17-26: Machu Picchu and PeruMarch 26-30, 2015: New MexicoApril 22-27, 2015: Sedona, AZ

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Gentle Yoga | Quakertown

8-9am. Slow and gentle practice is a great place for beginners, students recovering from illness or injury, those with limited range of movement, and prenatal and postnatal women. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. Sunday Stroll | Bristol

2-3pm. Take a walk with a naturalist. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177. SilverLakeNatureCenter.com.Reiki Share | langhorne

2-4pm, Reiki share for practitioners; 4pm, Reiki experience for the community. Opportunity to share experiences with other local Reiki practitioners. Facilitated by Valarie Haag, ND, and Ian Haag, Usui Reiki Masters. Third Sunday. Free/donation to The Peace Center. The Peace Center, 102 W Maple Ave, Langhorne. 267-840-8003. RainbowsOfHealing.com.Community Drum Circle | langhorne

4:30-6pm. Join us for an open drum circle where we will make music and have fun. Bring any instruments desired; there will be plenty of instruments to share. Third Sunday. The Peace Center, 102 W Maple Ave, Langhorne. 267-840-8003. RainbowsOfHealing.com. [email protected].

Laughter Yoga | Ambler

10-11am. Laughter is the best medicine. Come practice laughter exercises with yoga breathing, which will leave participants energized, relaxed and happier. $5. The Resiliency Center, 602 S Bethlehem Pk, Ambler. TheResiliencyCenter.com.Tea & Play | Upper Black Eddy

10-11am. Enjoy a cup of tea with an early childhood teacher and learn about early childhood programs while little ones explore a nursery classroom. Children birth to age 4 are welcome. Call to register. First Monday. River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Rd, Upper Black Eddy. 610-982-5606. RiverValleySchool.org.Yoga For Seniors | Collegeville

11:30am-12:15pm. Through a complete series of seated and standing postures, increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Release stress and gain mental clar-ity during breathing exercises. Chair support is offered to safely perform postures. Free to all eligible Medicare members. Collegeville Yoga Bar, 222 E Main St, Col-legeville. 610-409-2696. CollegevilleYogaBar.com.Zumba Gold | Buckingham

2-3pm. Zumba Gold is the low-impact version of Zumba Dance Workout. Improve cardio, bone density, prevent osteoporosis and enhance ability to perform

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pain-free daily activities. Please RSVP. $9. Wagner Integrative Therapies, 411 Hyde Park, Buckingham. 215-230-8100. JAdamWagner.com.Building Successful Strategies | Sellersville

4-4:50pm. Dr. Julie Ann Allender is available to help young adults who are feeling lost. In a group environment, we’ll share and explore topics of concern for young people to create positive life plans. Must pre-register. Every other Monday, beginning July 14. $25. 306 Rickert Rd, Sellersville. [email protected] Yoga | Collegeville

6-7:15pm. This beginner, hatha-style class takes place in a relaxed and nurturing atmosphere. Those who are pregnant can enhance the bonding process with their baby, support the baby’s development and strengthen body, mind and spirit. $15. Collegeville Yoga Bar, 222 E Main St, #12, Collegeville. 610-409-2696. CollegevilleYogaBar.com.TRX Body Blast | Quakertown

6:15-7pm. Challenge and engage every muscle during this 45-minute nonstop TRX suspension workout! Build overall strength, balance and flexibility with this total body conditioning workout. Held Mondays and Wednes-days; call for details. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Mental Health Support Group | Doylestown

6:30-7:30pm. Join 4 The M.I.N.D.S. for its weekly peer-to-peer support group. We welcome family, friends and individuals who suffer from mental illness. Aldie Medical Arts Building, 11 Welden Dr, Doylestown. 4TheMINDS.org. [email protected]’s Support and Lifestyle Group | Philadelphia

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Life is a women’s support and healthy lifestyle group that includes health speakers and some classes; meets twice monthly with Nancy Pollack, MS, clinical thera-pist, health educator and women’s safety specialist. $20. Chestnut Hill Medical Offices, 331 F Shawmont Ave, Philadelphia. 215-482-0408.

Boot Camp | Quakertown

6-6:45am. This 45-minute boot camp class combines interval training with plyometrics, body weight and kettle bell exercises to improve strength and endur-ance. Also held on Thursdays. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. MoondogYoga.com. [email protected] Matters Radio Show

9am. Hosted by Dr. Phil Pappas of Earth Foods, featur-ing different guests and topics each week. Listen in at WNJCradio.com.Free Yoga and Meditation for Veterans | Bristol

11am-12pm. Free class for veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and their partners. Mats included. Also held on Thursdays, 12-1pm. Bristol YMCA, 400 Mill St, Bristol. 215-595-8963. MeghansFoundation.org.Service Industry Wellness Discount | Collegeville

2-8:30pm. Tuesdays are the day for servers to get rewarded and thanked for all that they do with a 20 percent discount on all regularly priced services. Men-tion this listing; by appointment only, unless “Walk-Ins Welcome” sign is displayed. Aster Massage Therapy, 373 E Main St, Collegeville. 484-269-0406. AsterMas-sage.com. [email protected] Thai Yoga Mini Sessions | North Wales

5-7pm. Experience profound relaxation with a free Thai yoga mini-session. This ancient healing art is performed on a comfortable floor mat which gives the body full support. Wholistic Fitness, 217 Church Rd, North Wales. 267-613-8246. WholisticFitnessOnline.com.Vinyasa Flow | Quakertown

6-7:15pm. Vinyasa is a yoga practice focused on linking breath and movement. The importance of the breath is emphasized. All levels; drop-ins welcome. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Bucks Beekeepers Association | Plumsteadville

7pm. General meeting of the Bucks County Beekeep-ers Association. Second Tuesday. Plumsteadville Grange Hall, 5901 Old Easton Rd, Plumsteadville. BucksBeekeepers.com.

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Food Group | langhorne

7-8:30pm. Join other like-minded foodies for this healthy eating potluck. Each month has a different theme, with talks about healthy food and clean living. Call to pre-register. First Tuesday. Medicine In Bal-ance, 940 Town Center Dr, Langhorne. MedicineIn-Balance.com. [email protected].

Morning Express Yoga | Quakertown

8-9am. Rise and shine with the practice of yoga first thing in the morning. Leave shining from the inside out. All levels. $12. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Preschool Yoga Series | Quakertown

10-10:45am. This playful class consists of fun, games, stories and yoga poses which cultivate mindful living in students ages 3-6 years old. July 9 through August 13. $60 for series, $12 drop-in. Moondog Yoga, 44 Front St, Quakertown. 267-374-4046. MoondogYoga.com.Free Skin Analysis and Discounts | lansdale

1-8pm. Come in for a free skin analysis and receive 15 percent off skin care. Call to schedule. Lansdale Mas-sage Therapy and Wellness, 55 E Main St, Lansdale. 267-263-2697. Lansdale-Wellness.com.Building Successful Strategies | Sellersville

4-4:50pm. Dr. Julie Ann Allender is available to help young adults who are feeling lost. In a group environment, we’ll share and explore topics of concern for young people to create positive life plans. Must pre-register. Every other Wednesday, beginning July 9. $25. 306 Rickert Rd, Sellersville. 215-799-2220. [email protected] Gold | Buckingham

5:30-6:30pm. Zumba Gold is the low-impact version of Zumba Dance Workout. Improve cardio, bone density, prevent osteoporosis and enhance ability to perform pain-free daily activities. Please RSVP. $9. Wagner Integrative Therapies, 411 Hyde Park, Buck-ingham. 215-230-8100. JAdamWagner.com.A Circle of Women | langhorne

6:30-8pm. A gathering of women of all ages and stages to commune, share, learn and explore. Each month has a different focus, with workshops, guest speakers, creativity and inner work. Pre-register by phone or email. Third Wednesday. Medicine In Balance, 940 Town Center Dr, Langhorne. MedicineInBalance.com. [email protected].

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Intuition Class | Gilbertsville

7-9pm. Develop intuition with a spiritual community and share synchronicities. Develop intuitive muscle with an exercise and guided meditation. Drop-ins welcome. Second Wednesday. $5. Inner Light Holistic Center, 1000 Grosser Rd & Rte 100, 2nd floor, Gil-bertsville. 610-413-8191. InnerLightHC.com.Sound Healing Meditation | Skippack

7:30-9pm. A collection of sounds to effect and realign the subtle energies of the mind/body/spirit via vibration. Drums, flutes, didgeridoos and more create this healing experience. Register by phone or online. First and third Wednesday. Simply Be Well, 1246 Collegeville Rd, Skippack. 610-584-2439. SimplyBeWell.com.

Free Yoga and Meditation for Veterans | Bristol

12-1pm. See Tuesday listing. Bristol YMCA, 400 Mill St, Bristol. 215-595-8963. MeghansFoundation.com.Slipper Book Club | Philadelphia

1-2pm. Free program for book lovers who relish the opportunity to discuss and weigh in with friends or other voracious readers. An informal way to meet new friends, have fun and enjoy the camaraderie of sharing a passion for reading. Registration required. 610-359-8632. GoldenSlipperSeniors.org.Medication-Free Alternatives | Fountainville

6pm. Learn about Neuro-Modulation Technique and other alternative therapies for allergies, pain syn-dromes, acute and chronic illnesses. Third Thursday. Integrative Health Care, 5055 Swamp Rd, Ste 203, Fountainville. Preregister: 215-230-4600.All Levels Hatha | Collegeville

6-7:15pm. Hatha yoga is a slower practice that em-phasizes posture alignment, enhancing muscle tone, flexibility and a peaceful mind. $15. Collegeville Yoga Bar, 222 E Main St, #12, Collegeville. 610-409-2696. CollegevilleYogaBar.com.Prenatal Yoga Classes | Harleysville

6-7:15pm. Moms-to-be use yoga to prepare their bod-ies to bring new life into the world. Learn tools and techniques to strengthen the body for labor and deliv-ery. Suitable for those new to yoga. $16. Anahata Yoga and Wellness Center, 703 Harleysville Pk, Harleysville. 215-740-1354. AnahataYogaWellness.com.

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Sacred Sound Healing/Meditation | New Britain

7-8:30pm. Tami Trapp channels healing sounds from tribal beings who previously walked upon and cherished the Earth. Third Thursday. $21. Circle of Miracles, 10 Beulah Rd, New Britain. 267-312-6913.Ascension Class | Gilbertsville

7-9pm. Ascension class designed to move into becoming a channel of grace, the next step of intuitive development. First Thursday. $10. Inner Light Holistic Center, 1000 Grosser Rd & Rte 100, 2nd floor, Gil-bertsville. 610-413-8191. InnerLightHC.com.

Guided Meditation | Gilbertsville

9:30-10:30am. Using guided visual imagery, learn to meditate to center oneself, relieve stress, lower blood pressure and create balance through mind, body and spirit. Drop-ins welcome. $10. Inner Light Holistic Center, 1000 Grosser Rd & Route 100, Gilbertsville. InnerLightHC.com.

All Levels Vinyasa | Collegeville

9:30-10:45am. Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic sequence of postures that synchronizes movement with breath and integrates awareness and alignment, strength and flexibility. Includes sun salutations, standing, arm bal-ancing, inverted and seated postures. $15. Collegeville Yoga Bar, 222 E Main St, #12, Collegeville. 610-409-2696. CollegevilleYogaBar.com.Relaxing Yin Yoga | langhorne

5:30-6:45pm. Transition from the crazy week to a re-laxing weekend with this class to soothe the body and soul, with teacher Sally Miller. Please call to register. $15. Medicine In Balance, 940 Town Center Dr, Lang-horne. 215-741-1600. MedicineInBalance.com.Hatboro Farmer’s Market | Hatboro

6-9pm. Enjoy shopping from local farmers and artisans and grab a bite from food trucks. Featuring Reed Silk Studio’s simple toys for creative children, on alternat-ing Fridays. Hatboro Baptist Church, 32 N York Rd, Hatboro. ReedSilkStudio.com.

Bird Walk | Bristol

7:30-9am. For all birding enthusiasts. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol. 215-785-1177.

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CHiROPRACTiC

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Wagner Integrative Therapies focuses on you in a caring, integrative environment. Dr. J. Adam Wagner, Medical Director, specializes in combining diagnostic skills, functional assessment and state-of-the-art treatments. Dr. Wagner supports the practices

of adjunctive specialists for the best possible patient outcomes. Offering Chiropractic Pain Management, Certified Spinal Decompression Therapy, Class 4 Cold Laser, Compression Massage. Check out the events calendar for our other offerings. See ad on page 8.

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It is easier to go down a hill than up, but the view is better from the top.

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The best way to detoxify is to stop putting toxic things into the body and instead depend upon its own mechanisms.

~Andrew Weil


Wrinkles will only go where the smiles have been. ~ Jimmy Buffett

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Dr. Moise offers a blend of conventional medicine and natural scientifically proven alternative methods to optimize your child’s health. This approach recognizes and respects the ability of your child’s body to return to a state of

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Dr. Hyo Lim provides a holistic approach to exceptional dentistry, in a warm and caring environment. At Dental Wellness Centre, mercury- and metal-free restorations are used for the most biocompatible results. Biocompatibility testing for dental materials is available. Invisalign is

offered as an alternative to metal braces. Zirconium and titanium implants are offered to replace damaged or missing teeth. Free digital X-rays with initial consultation. See ad on page 31.

lANAP & iMPlANT CENTER OF PADavid DiGiallorenzo, DMD184 W. Main St, Collegeville610-422-3120PerioImplants.us

Dr. David DiGiallorenzo focuses on providing oral health solutions through holistic, biologically c o m p a t i b l e a n d o rg a n i c practices. It is one of the world’s most accomplished centers for periodontal and implant care, which integrates wellness services into their

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Find relief from the foods that are causing your body harm and learn to heal and rebuild your digestive system in order to live a

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Narberth Family Medicine is a holistic, alternative medical practice, emphasizing interactive decision making between doctor and patient. Interactive decision making means that together with Dr. Lipton, you will decide on what course of action is best.

Dr. Lipton spends 15-20 minutes, and up to 1 hour with a new patient. Be confident that your individual needs will be met. See ad on page 16.

WAGNER iNTEGRATiVE THERAPiESKelly Seitchik, L.M.T.411 Hyde Park, Doylestown215-230-8100JAdamWagner.com

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~Deepak Chopra


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