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SURGERY: AUTISM, pt. 2 An Integrati ve Approach to Causes Preparing For & Recovering From Bose Ravenel, MD Todd Humphrey

4 Health Foods That Are Anything But Essential Oils Healthy for "Wiggy" Saunders, MD Enlightenment Cynthia Loving

Football: Dangerous, or Not? Chad McIntyre, DC Making Friends With Your Intuiti on Donna Burick, BCC

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OCTOBER 2015 3 NATURAL Publisher Letter d beyond Friends: n ... a TRIAD There are so many interesting arti- Our mission is to provide valuable insight, information and re- cles in this issue, which brings me to sources that will allow our readers to maintain a healthy, acti ve, sus- this: everyday of my life, I am grate- tainable lifestyle. Natural Triad & Beyond contains ti mely in for ma ti on ful for the many health and wellness on natu ral health, complementary and alternati ve medicine, nu tri ti on, professionals who write articles for ﬁ tness, person al growth, green living, and the products and services Natural Triad. Not only are they that support good health. contributing their expertise, they are also selfl ess in giving us their time, PUBLISHERS/EDITORS their knowledge, and their commit- ment. It is not easy to write editorial, especially when having to Matt & Julie Milunic meet my deadlines along with their own work and family com- [email protected] mitments. SO much gratitude for you!

SALES & MARKETING EDITOR Todd Humphrey leads us off this month with an article chock full Jennifer Ilderton Julie Milunic of information about taking an integrative approach to surgery. [email protected] [email protected] He gives us tips on what we can do to prepare for and recover from surgical procedures. I actually did almost everything he writes [email protected] MEDICAL DIRECTOR about leading up to and recovering from both total hip replace- Julius Torelli, MD PUBLIC RELATIONS ments. His suggestions (along with a fabulous surgeon at Wake Forest Baptist Health) got me through the surgery with fl ying Debbie Foster Fuchs ADVISORY BOARD [email protected] colors. And both times, I was driving and back at work full time Elizabeth Vaughan, MD 7 days after surgery with no walker or crutches. And I never took Alexander Augoustides, MD a pain pill with either surgery! Pay attention to this article! WEBMASTER Jade Teta, ND Matt Milunic Keoni Teta, ND [email protected] Dr. Bose Ravenel is back with part 2 of his 3-part Autism series. Sharon Reid, DDS In this segment, he discusses causes; and yes, he does talk about In keeping with our concern for the environment, the V word (vaccines). What you read may just surprise you, so if your family has been touched by ASD, you'll want to see what Natural Triad & Beyond is proudly printed on Dr. Ravenel has to say. recycled paper with soy based ink. Cynthia Loving, who is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to Media Kits and aromatherapy and essential oils, gives us an A-Z look at essential all past issues oils as used for enlightenment. Aromatics have been used for are available for download at NaturalTriad.com millennia to facilitate meditation, prayer, contemplation and re- NaturalTriad.com laxation. Such an interesting read!

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Surgery: An Integrative Approach to Preparing for and Recovering From Todd Humphrey 8

Autism - Part 2 Bose Ravenel, MD 14 8 46 King Fu CashSM: The Martial Art of Making Money Eric Reiss 20 14 How to Make Friends With Your Intuition 27 Donna Burick, BCC 32 27

Managing Stress Lori Dixon OT/L 29

Essential Oils for Enlightenment Cynthia Loving 32 37

Football: The Greatest or Most Dangerous Game in the World? Chad McIntyre, DC 37

Distance Healing Kathi Kemper, MD NEWSbriefs...12 46 LIVINGwell...27 4 Health Foods That Are COMMUNITYresources...40 Anything But Healthy "Wiggy" Saunders, MD COMMUNITYcalendar...52 50 Departments

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OCTOBER 2015 7 An Integrative Approach to SURGERY: Preparing For and Recovering From

ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, more than these inconveniences. 51 million inpatient procedures were performed in Am- bulatory and Hospital Care clinics during 2010. Any type OXYGEN THERAPY ofA surgery, including non-invasive procedures, is traumatic to the The Jan-Jun 2011 issue of The National Journal of Maxillofa- body. The benefi ts of surgeries clearly outweigh the inconve- cial Surgery included the article "Supplemental oxygen therapy: niences – including pain, reduced mobility, and a delay in return- Important considerations in oral and maxillofacial surgery". The ing to routine activities – that accompany surgical procedures. study’s authors write in the introduction, By following the following integrative tips, it’s possible to reduce The administration of supplemental oxygen is an essential element of appropriate management for a wide range of clinical conditions; crossing different medical and surgical Healing for: specialities [sic]. We’re Growing! Fibromyalgia In this evidence-based era, there is a growing acknowl- Arthritis | Headaches edgement of oxygen as a drug with specifi c biochemical and New location - now in Neck & back pain High Point, too! Emotional/physical imbalance physiologic actions, a distinct range of effective doses and And much more well-defi ned adverse effects at high doses. But this subject remains poorly understood and therefore Maria Wagner inadequately practiced. However, the safe implementation Hours: Monday-Saturday by Appointmentof oxygen therapy with appropriate monitoring is an integral Registered Polarity Practitioner component of the Healthcare Professional’s role. Aromatherapist (336) 803-5342 Herbal Educator Oxygen therapy is an excellent way to both prepare the body for surgery and to help support the body’s healing process. Oxy- Personalized Health Evaluation gen and nutrients from food are the primary ingredients used to Aromatherapy Products • Ear Candling create energy at the cellular level; they are the basis of all meta- Chakra Clearing • Energetic Food Awareness bolic function. Oxygenating the body helps reduce infl ammation and helps provide cells with the energy needed to fi ght infection, Schedule your FREE RESET session grow new cells, and repair tissue damage. (See page 13 for more information) Integrative specialists acknowledge the benefi ts of supple- RECEIVE our FREE newsletter. mental oxygen. Oxygen can be administered though an oxygen Go to our FB page or website and opt in! concentrator and sometimes delivered as 100% oxygen through Receive the latest specials and BEST HEALTH practices monthly! a canister. The most potent way to receive oxygen therapy is by Yoga Mindset, 205 Neal Place, Suite 105, High Point 27262 using a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy 515 College Rd, Suite 3, Greensboro 27410 involves a patient breathing condensed or pure oxygen while in a pressurized room or tube. Because the patient is under pressure, Hours: Monday-Saturday by appointment only more oxygen is dissolved into the blood stream, providing more www.awakeningspolarity.com oxygen deeper into cellular tissue. 8 NaturalTriad.com Healing for: We’re Growing! Fibromyalgia Arthritis | Headaches New location - now in Neck & back pain High Point, too! Emotional/physical imbalance And much more

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RECEIVE our FREE newsletter. Go to our FB page or website and opt in! Receive the latest specials and BEST HEALTH practices monthly! Yoga Mindset, 205 Neal Place, Suite 105, High Point 27262 515 College Rd, Suite 3, Greensboro 27410 Hours: Monday-Saturday by appointment only www.awakeningspolarity.com Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), looser-than-normal stool and indicates that first used in dive medicine to treat deep someone should back off on the dose but Imagine your life without sea divers who returned to the surface too not stop taking it. the burden of your past quickly, is now commonly used to treat serious infections and wounds that won’t Take phosphatidylcholine. Phosphatidyl- or the anxiety about heal. Some cancer centers and burn units choline is a fat that is found in cod liver your future... utilize hard-sided hyperbaric oxygen oil, eggs and lecithin. It is the thin outer I can help. chambers. Soft-sided chambers provide layer of fat that enfolds the membrane of benefits of HBOT at a lower pressure and each cell in the body. Phosphatidylcholine typically at a much reduced price. is important during surgery recovery be- Donna Burick To use HBOT to prepare for surgery, cause it acts as the primary foundation for RMT, CBP, Par BP, BCC use the chamber at least once one or two liver detoxification enzymes – the enzymes days prior to surgery. The supplemental that process the multiple drugs that are oxygen before surgery will help the recov- used in anesthesia as well as clearing out ery from general anesthesia with less oc- any cells damaged by the surgical proce- currence or severity of some side effects. dure. As soon after surgery as possible, continue Individuals who have insufficient with HBOT for a total of ten to 40 sessions stores of phosphatidylcholine can suffer depending on the degree of the surgery’s from brain fog following a surgery. This Board Certified Holistic Life Coach invasiveness. Post-surgery HBOT sessions condition can continue for several years if Energy Therapist provide supplemental oxygen to help re- untreated. This condition is the result of Advanced BodyTalk Practitioner duce inflammation and support the im- the body channeling phosphatidylcholine mune system by fighting infection. away from nerve cells, especially in the CALL TODAY for your brain, to the liver to aid in detox. Preven- FREE 15 minute consultation NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS tion is as simple as taking three to six pills The majority of surgeons will recom- daily the week before surgery and then 336-540-0088 mend that patients discontinue all supple- resume after surgery until an entire bottle [email protected] ments prior to a surgery. While it is true is used. This provides the liver with the www.donnaburick.com that some supplements – especially those needed nutrients to process the medica- that thin the blood – should definitely be tions administered during a procedure and discontinued, other nutritional supple- to clean out damaged cells. ments can actually promote healing and lead to a shorter recovery time. Integrative Discontinue using blood thinners. One and holistic practitioners with training in week before surgery, cease supplementing functional medicine can provide recom- with vitamin E, omega-3 fats, and ginseng. mendations to support the affected organs Also avoid saw palmetto, red clover, clove, and systems impacted by surgery and angelica, and white willow; these herbs provide overall support for healing. Com- all thin the blood. Garlic and ginger either mon instructions include: in supplement form or in the form of food may also thin the blood. Certain medica- Increase your Vitamin C. Studies indicate tions, including aspirin and nonsteroidal that as little as 250 mg of this antioxidant anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) daily after surgery can reduce recovery may also need to be avoided the week time in half. Vitamin C offers support to prior to surgery. Blood thinners increase the immune system and promotes healing. the risk of bleeding during a procedure; In most instances it is possible to signifi- individuals who use NSAIDs on a regular cantly boost Vitamin C with no adverse basis for prevention of stroke should con- reactions with surgery. For patients facing sult their surgeon for guidelines and advice invasive procedures and people with com- on how to medicate. promised immune systems, a nutritional IV with high doses of Vitamin C can be the Introduce probiotics and fiber into your easiest and most effective way to support diet. Immune system health is directly the body. Vitamin C supplementation and linked to a healthy gut biome. Probiotics IV therapy can be started prior to and support the biome by introducing the good continue after surgery for most people. To bacteria into the body to aid in digestive boost Vitamin C levels prior to surgery, take activities. Fiber acts as food for the probi- between five and ten grams daily in di- otics so they can multiply and continue to vided doses the week leading up to sur- thrive and crowd out bad bacteria and gery. Too much Vitamin C will result in a microorganisms that inhibit health. In ad-

OCTOBER 2015 9 dition, fiber helps keep the bowels moving. DC stimulation through various programs The morning of my surgery, I gave Some narcotic/opiod medications that are that provide the stimulation at certain pre- my team three copies of my script to used to treat pain have the unfortunate side set frequencies that are believed to influ- be read aloud before and after surgery. effect of causing constipation. Fiber and ence the energy field generated by the It read: other prescribed medications can help brain and the body, facilitating certain Ms. Tanha, your surgery is about alleviate constipation; keeping the bowels physiological effects. Although no formal to start/over. We will/were able to re- moving is vital as it helps the body elimi- research exists utilizing the device and move all of the disease, and your body nate toxins that can significantly impact treatment is considered experimental, in- will be healthy from now on. vitality. dividual cases have impressed surgeons • You will have no pain in the area with the near elimination of post surgical of your surgery, and you will heal Promote inflammation reduction. Inflam- surface scar tissue. NeuroField is available quickly. mation is a significant source of pain and from specially trained neurotherapy prac- • You will be able to move easily, is a cause of scar tissue. To reduce inflam- titioners. without restriction or pain. mation, use turmeric or curcumin orally • You are able to breathe deeply as a supplement or to add flavor to food. VISUALIZE and easily, fully inflating your lungs. You Curcumin, the most active constituent of Numerous personal accounts of the will no longer need the ventilator after turmeric, has anti-inflammatory and anti- power of visualization or guided imagery two hours. oxidant properties. This spice is the cause give credit to the theory of mind over mat- • You will come out of the anes- of the yellow color of Indian curry and ter. Before having surgery, setting a clear thesia easily, without headache or American mustard. In addition, supple- intention for the surgical experience and nausea. ment with enzymes that strip away the recovery can make the physical experi- • As soon as you are allowed, you biofilm that protects the non-beneficial ence less traumatic. Visualize and affirm will find walking very easy, and your bacteria and yeast that encourage inflam- that blood loss will be minimal; visualize energy level will be optimum at that mation in the body. blood moving away from the surgical site. time. Create a script of a successful surgery, with • When they bring you food and NEUROFIELD an experience of little-to-no pain, and an drinks, you will have a good appetite, Another effective way to reduce in- easy quick recovery. Visualize every part and they will taste wonderful. flammation is to use a NeuroField Inflam- of your script. • The medicine they give you after mation Reduction program. NeuroField is Web blogger Jila Tanha shares her the surgery will be free of side effects. an innovative neurotherapy device. It surgery and recovery script on the website provides extremely low levels of variable cancerwise: (http://www2.mdanderson.org/ cancerwise/2013/03/how-pre-surgery-visualization-helped-me-part-ii.html)

Neurofeedback Associates, Inc. Surgery can be a necessary inconve- providing individualized client-centered solutions nience. Limiting the time of that inconve- to improve brain performance since 2000 nience is possible with these tips. For more Neurofeedback is direct training of information on ways to return to daily brain function, by which the brain learns activity more quickly, check in with an to function more efficiently. integrative or holistic practitioner. Todd Humphrey is the Practice Manager at Vaughan Integrative Medicine. He had surgery more than 15 years ago to alleviate sleep apnea. The surgery included a sep- toplasty and a tonsillectomy. He wishes We are proud to offer the someone had given him this article; the 19 channel LORETA brain training, pain was unbearable and the liquid anti- which is able to target more precise biotics resulted in thrush. Knowing what reduce symptoms of he knows now, he’s certain that visualiza- regions in the brain than traditional stress, ADD/ADHD, surface neurofeedback. This method tion would have made an incredible dif- learning difficulties, ference. is so superior that it is currently being head injury, stroke Vaughan Integrative Medicine is lo- used by the US Army at 2 of its and more. cated at 1301 West Wendover Ave., in Wounded Warrior clinics to treat Greensboro at the intersection of Wendo- head injury and PTSD. ver and Grecade. Elizabeth Vaughan, M.D. and Ami Ingram, M.D. are accepting new Gail Sanders Durgin, PhD, BCN-Fellow, QEET patients. Call to schedule your New Patient 2309 West Cone Blvd, Suite 210 Greensboro, NC 27408 Orientation at 336-808-3627 x. 13. See 336.540.1972 www.EnhancedBrain.org ads on pages 2, 23, 31, 37, 43.

10 NaturalTriad.com OCTOBER 2015 11 News Briefs Donna Burick Expands Her Practice FREE Fall/Winter “RESET” to Winston-Salem wakenings Polarity, the Triad’s premier holistic healthcare ocal Holistic Life Coach ~ Energy Therapist Donna Burick is Aprovider is kicking off a fall and winter RESET Series. Found- expanding her practice to Winston-Salem. Donna is in Winston- er Maria Mata Wagner, certified RPP (Registered Polarity Practi- SalemL every other Thursday and is now available to add more tioner), Aromatherapist and Herbal Educator, will work one-on- clients to her Winston schedule. one with persons seeking to “reset” their mind, body and spirit Donna’s office is on Reynolda road in a cluster of bungalows for ultimate well being. Thirty minute FREE sessions, by appoint- owned by Wake Forest. Her office is across from the University ment only, will include a comprehensive wellness evaluation and and just down the road from Reynolda Village. Donna said, “I polarity session. Nutrition and other practical wellness will also chose this office space because of its high vibration. You’ll be be reviewed and assessed. Polarity Therapy, a system of treatment surrounded by the peaceful energy of old trees and gardens while intended to restore a balanced distribution of the body's energy, also being influenced by the vibration of action. I have discovered and incorporating manipulation, exercise, and dietary adjust- many local entrepreneurs in close proximity to me that are delv- ments, is today one of the fastest growing healing and health ing into local food, creating collaboration, and filling the area with modalities. Maria works with clients on, and is passionate about, the pulsation of excitement and enthusiasm. It portrays the best healing a number of challenges from fibromyalgia, arthritic neck Winston has to offer.” or back pain, lack of energy, migraines, insomnia and more. Donna invites anyone in the Winston area who is interested Using somatic touch, verbal influence, exercise, nutrition as in creating positive transformation in their life to call her at 336- well as other methods, Polarity Therapy is today’s most respect- 540-0088 for a free 15-minute consultation. This opportunity will ful and peaceful healing practice. allow you to see how you can most benefit by working with her. Session dates, times, and locations are as follows: October 24th & 31st - 10am-1pm at the Awakenings Polar- For additional information on how Donna can help you, visit www. ity Greensboro location at 515 College Rd, Suite 3, 27410 donnaburick.com, or send her an email at donna@donnaburick. November 7th & 14th 2-5pm at the Awakenings Polarity com. See ad on page 9. High Point location located in the popular Yoga Mindset facility at 205 Neal Place, Suite 105, 27265. LandJam 2015: October 16 at 8pm 30 Minute FREE “RESET” sessions are made on a first-come-first- served basis. Call/text or email to schedule your FREE session on't miss the Piedmont Land Concervancy's annual benefit— today at 336-803-5342 or at [email protected]. See this year featuring David Grisman and Sierra Hull. Tickets ad on page 8. areD on sale now at 336-333-2605 or www.carolinatheatre.com. See ad on page 5 for more details.

Ignoring the FOUNDATION Qigong for Health & Healing: causes any STRUCTURE to break down Saturday, October 24 ~ 1:30-5pm ou are invited to experience the wellness benefits of Chinese Pain Qigong. Qigong means “breath & energy practice.” In this Numbness/Tingling Yworkshop, we explore traditional methods of strengthening one- Dizziness self through exercise and meditation, and explore movements Arthritis that target common health issues, including: high blood pressure, Headaches heart disease, cancer, fibromyalgia, alzheimer's disease, balance issues, knee pain, arthritis, poor sleep, low immune system, low energy, and more! Our aim is to create a personal prescription of qigong exer- The body’s foundation is the head and cises which will empower us to prevent and/or heal from a variety upper cervical spine. of conditions, using a workout that can be performed in as little When it shifts out of as ten minutes a day! A DVD of the exercises will be made avail- balance, the body able for purchase to ensure successful home practice. We will starts to break down. conclude our practice with a Group Energy Healing. For studio use, please bring footwear that has not been worn Logical. outdoors. Barefoot is okay, too! Prior experience is not required, beginners are welcome! Your instructor, Eric Reiss, has forty years Simple. experience in T'ai Chi Ch'uan and Qigong. He is Chief Instructor Effective. of Silk Tiger School of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, and is certified by the National T'ai Chi Ch'uan Association, Los Angeles, CA. Triad Upper Cervical Clinic The fee is $49 if registered by October 16, or $55 thereafter. 432A W. Mountain St., Kernersville Location: Triad Yoga Institute, 3940 W. Market St., Greensboro. Call for more info: 336-449-3284. Be sure to pre-register and $ave 336.992.2536 www.TriadUpperCervical.com at: www.silktigertaichi.info. M. Chad McIntyre, D.C. offers Orientation Classes at his office twice per month

12 NaturalTriad.com Invitation to Participate in Research Study: Integrative Therapies Hosting Free Seminar on Yoga for Women who have Experienced Food Sensitivities: Common Symptoms, Testing Intimate Partner Violence Methods, and Management Options, Thursday, October 8 at 6:00 pm. he purpose of the research study is to explore the influence of Tyoga on women impacted by intimate partner violence. ood Sensitivity Management can be very important when A maximum number of 6 participants will be selected for this dealing with conditions such as fibromyalgia, irritable bowel study. Participants get to participate in free ten-week yoga class Fsyndrome (IBS) and migraine headache. Food intolerances can and group debriefing sessions from October to December 2015. also play a role in other health concerns, such as chronic joint or Participants will complete a 30-minute questionnaire, and a few muscle pain, sinus trouble, attention deficits, heartburn and fa- 90-minute interviews and assessments. tigue. Weight gain or an inability to lose weight may also be as- Participants will meet face-to-face weekly for 10 weeks from sociated with your sensitivity to particular foods. 10/5/15 t0 12/23/15 at the Center for Holistic Healing in High One of the main problems in dealing with food sensitivities Point. is that they can be difficult to determine, and may take a long Criteria for Participation: period to uncover them through a standard elimination diet. Food • Adult women 18 years and above • Speak English • Live close sensitivity testing, on the other hand, can provide you with spe- enough to High Point to participate fully in the study cific information about your reactivity to particular foods and • Have experienced physical, emotional, and/or sexual violence chemicals. It includes a customized elimination diet that begins in their intimate partner relationship • Has left the abusive part- to provide relief much faster than typical elimination plans. ner for at least 1 year • Not be experiencing any current level Joyce Eury, RD, LDN will provide an overview of the topic of of physical or psychological threat from the previously abusive managing food sensitivities and help attendees understand the partner, or any current relationship partner • Be free of any cur- difference between food sensitivities (very common) and food rent suicidal ideation or severe mental health issues that may allergies (much less common). Joyce is a licensed nutritionist and potentially impact the ability to participate in the study • Is not certified as a Life Style Eating and Performance (LEAP) therapist, currently seeing a counselor or mental health professional • Is specializing in food sensitivities and intolerances. Joyce offers a not currently doing yoga free class, Nutritional Solutions, on the second Thursday of each month, with discussion topics rotating throughout the year. Incentives: All potential participants who participate in the first screening For more information, or to register for this class, call Integra- phase of the study and complete all screening documents will tive Therapies at 336-294-0910. Location: 7-E Oak Branch Drive receive a personal thank you card and a $10 Amazon, Target, or in Greensboro. Please visit us at www.integrativetherapies.net Starbucks e-gift card within a month or contact us at the number above. See ad on page 7. All participants who complete at least eight out of ten weeks of the research study will: • receive a written report of their scores • receive a free yoga mat and a certificate of appreciation Come Experience the Majestic Beauty • participate in a drawing for one $100 Amazon, Target, or and Quietude Within Yourself Starbucks e-gift card • receive another ten weeks of free yoga classes. Teaching Self-Inquiry for 37 Years… the Meditation for Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime If you are interested in participating in this study, please call the researcher, Isabelle Ong, from The University of North Carolina at Awaken to Awareness Greensboro at 336-944-7821. Monthly Meditation Weekend Retreats: Experience a blend of meditation training & Integrative Therapies Offering FREE retreat at our beautiful 40-acre Caring Yoga for Cancer Classes wooded retreat center. Sunday Interlude with AHAM: Guided Meditation, Uplifting Message, aring Yoga For Cancer will be offered free every Monday Lunch & Fellowship. 9:45am at the Center. evening, 5:30-6:45 PM. This class is offered for cancer patients Or, experience it via teleconference. Cand its survivors. Whether you are in active treatment, recovering from treatment or living beyond cancer, Yoga can enhance your Sunday Evening Wake-up Call (7:45pm): quality of life. Studies show that Yoga improves sleep, decreases Guided meditation & answers to your questions. fatigue, reduces stress and that the practice can help minimize Teleconference #: 267-507-0420, Access Code 4823766# the side effects of cancer treatment. We invite you to join Christine Zimmer, a cancer survivor and AHAM Meditation Retreat & certified Y4C instructor, each Monday for a gentle yet revitalizing Training Center Yoga session. 4368 NC Hwy. 134 • Asheboro 27205 Classes are held in the group room at Integrative Therapies, 7-E 336-381-3988 Oak Branch Drive in Greensboro. For additional information or to register, please call 336-294-0910. See ad on page 7. www.aham.com OCTOBER 2015 13 A Miniseries - Part 2 Cause(s)

f you have not read the first part of this series on autism, please tence upon an exclusively genetic cause among some relates to refer to the September issue of Natural Triad for the introduc- the fact that among environmental factors considered by some tion and disclaimers. This month’s installment addresses the experts to play a role is the V-word – vaccines. Before discussing “64I thousand dollar question” – probably more accurately the this controversial area further, here is an outline of proposed $64 million dollar question – What causes autism? If anyone causal factors. This list is by no means definitive or exclusive, but claims they can tell you what causes autism – or even what does represents my overview from several years of studying the ASD NOT cause autism, look further! I certainly cannot tell you what literature and especially experts who have a track record of suc- causes it, but you will see that there are a number of underlying cess in helping autistic individuals to find improvement, if not biochemical and genetic influences found in a much higher per- outright resolution of their diagnosis. These experts include profes- centage of autistic children than among neurotypical children, sionals who have devoted their careers to autism after encounter- and when some of these are addressed many autistic children ing an autistic child of their own as well as parents who have improve, some actually losing their autism diagnosis. devoted themselves to finding ways to help their autistic child to It is very unlikely that any single cause of autism, or ASD in improve. Some of these parents have ended up devoting their life current vernacular, will be identified. No two individuals who to finding solutions for their autistic child’s problems and in the display the behaviors and neurological functioning that define process become more knowledgeable than most pediatricians autism are exactly alike. The number of identifiable biological, who do not have an autistic child. This includes me after 31 years genetic, or functional abnormalities found among autistic indi- in private pediatric practice and 11 years in academic pediatrics viduals is growing and found in different combinations. When teaching in a residency training program. I have found some of one considers the range of these potential causal factors, they these parents, like Kerri Rivera, parent of an autistic child and encompass virtually the entire field of medicine. It should not be author of Healing the Symptoms Known as Autism (2014), to have surprising that discussions of “the cause of autism” often gener- an amazing and humbling story about determination, commit- ate disagreement and even heated debate. Generally speaking, ment, and persistence leading to healing for their child. I have sources that most consider to be authoritative lump the causes of learned much from them. autism into two categories – genetic and environmental. I agree In any case, here is my list of likely contributing factors – or with this, but “the devil is in the details” when one explores the “causes” of the symptoms known as autism as Kerri Rivera frames range of potential genetic and environmental factors! the diagnosis in her fascinating book. It is evident that this article Some cling to the idea that the ultimate cause of autism is cannot accommodate discussion of each of these proposed only genetic. The evidence pointing to environmental factors is causal factors. Several outstanding resources will be listed at the overwhelming, however. Perhaps the reason for a dogged insis- end of this article for those who wish to learn more about them.

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Genetics and Biochemical functional Nutritional de ciencies Mitochondrial dysfunction Single nucleotide polymor- abnormalities • Essential Fatty Acids • Present in significant percent phisms • Cholesterol level (low) • B vitamins – especially B6 & B12 of ASD subjects • Fragile X • Amino acid abnormalities • Iron • One study found in 80% of ASD • Deletions of chromosome 15q • Urea cycle defects • Magnesium and Calcium subjects • Tuberous sclerosis • Zinc and Copper ratio • Methylation • Vitamins A, C, D, E, and K (Single nucleotide polymor- • Carnitine levels phisms)

Immune function Chronic infections Gut dysbiosis, inammation Toxins • Chronic inflammation • Bacterial infections Studies show varying percent- • Heavy metals • Th1/Th2 shift (Lyme, others) ages of ASD children (9%-90%) (mercury, cadmium, others) • Immune substances (cyto- • Viral infections who have GI symptoms, and • Pesticides kines, etc) released in body • Parasites (90% of people have one large study found that • Other chemicals • Vaccines parasites in their body – most 12.6% had a diagnosed GI dis- • Vaccines (multiple simultaneous anti- don’t know.) Can produce neu- order. Adjuvants (mercury, alumi- gens and/or adjuvants includ- ro-toxic chemicals num) and ?? additional coming mercury and aluminum) ponents

VACCINES studies suggesting that vaccines do not cause or contribute to autism, most pediatricians, the American Academy of Pediatrics, Some discussion of vaccines is appropriate because most the CDC, and others generally subscribe to the notion that “vac- parents who face having a child with an autism diagnosis or who cines have been proven not to cause autism.“ This assertion is worry about the possibility, inquire about the possible role of often expressed as, “We don’t know what causes autism, but we vaccines. To say that this question is controversial is an understate- know that vaccines do not cause it.” On its face, this poses an ment. Large numbers of books and hundreds of articles have been obvious logical contradiction. This claim is made largely based written on both sides of this issue. I have read many of them. I upon the idea that scientific studies have demonstrated conclu- will summarize my view of this question briefly, relying to a sig- sively that vaccines do not cause autism. nificant degree upon pediatric neurologists Martha Herbert and This certitude notwithstanding, there is a body of credible Jean-Ronel Corbier, along with some recent reports that seem to published articles questioning this position, suggesting that the support parental concerns that vaccines might sometimes cause, truth is more nuanced. Vaccine injury awards have been made or at least contribute to the development of autism or ASD. Dr. for vaccines causing brain damage, including cases in which the Herbert is Assistant Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical injured child had autism. A number of observations help to ex- School and author of The Autism Revolution. She directs the Treat- plain why a number of parents who have an autistic child and ment Research and Neuroscience Evaluation of Neurodevelop- respected physicians who are faced with the same reality believe mental Disorders at Mass General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Cor- that vaccines may play a role for some children in causing their bier is a board-certified pediatric neurologist specializing in the autism. The following are compelling examples of this perspective. treatment of autism and author of Optimal Treatment for Children with Autism and Other Neuropsychiatry Conditions. 1998 Lancet Wakefield study The predominant view among the majority of pediatricians The (retracted) 1998 Lancet study by gastroenterologist Dr. and medical organizations, including the American Academy of Andrew Wakefield, Dr. J. A. Walker-Smith, and colleagues de- Pediatrics and the CDC, is that vaccines are “safe and effective” scribed 12 children referred for evaluation of gastrointestinal – in the unqualified sense. Similarly, with the preponderance of symptoms associated with a history of normal development fol-

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Prof. Walker-Smith, study conducted by the CDC often used gression had begun within one to 14 days Dr. Wakefield’s co-author in the Lancet to support the idea that vaccines are of receipt of their MMR vaccine. The au- study, has been formally exonerated after known not to cause autism was manipu- thors stated that “we did not prove an lengthy and expensive litigation in the UK, lated to eliminate a sizable portion of the association between measles, mumps, and and it has been determined that reporter study participants, thereby completely rubella vaccine and the syndrome de- Brian Deer’s claims were inaccurate. Dr. changing the main conclusion of the study. scribed” but went on to call for further Wakefield was unable to pursue the same The data has been republished including studies of this possible relationship. The legal remedy due to financial consider- the cohort of study subjects eliminated article was subsequently retracted and Dr. ations, but with the formal vindication of from the study group before it was origi- Wakefield’s license revoked after a pro- Dr. Walker-Smith and replication of their nally published and shows that African- longed series of hearings resulting from findings by others, Dr. Wakefield is by American male children who received reporter Brian Deer’s investigative efforts. implication vindicated, in essence a scape- their MMR vaccine before their 2nd or 3rd Ever since that time, detractors of Dr. goat. birthday had a significantly greater prob- Wakefield and proponents of the view that ability of becoming autistic than those vaccines have never been implicated in “The Danish Study” – 2003 Pediatrics inoculated after their 3rd birthday. Dr. any manner with causing autism have article by Dr. Poul Thorsen Thompson has publically released a state- maintained a chorus of criticism that he One of the studies often cited by pro- ment through his attorney expressing re- was guilty of various forms of professional ponents of the unqualified “vaccines are gret in having participated in a process he malfeasance. It appears detractors are safe and effective” view is an article pub- describes as manipulation of evidence in unaware that the basic findings in the now lished in Pediatrics in 2003 by Dr. Poul order to reach a desired conclusion. He is famous Lancet paper have been replicated Thorsen and colleagues. This study, often currently under Federal whistleblower by others. Pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. referred to as “the Danish study” claimed protection as CDC documents have been Arthur Krigsman and Associate Professor that thimerosal could not possibly cause turned over to a congressional committee in the Wake Forest Institute for Regenera- autism since the discontinuation of thimer- investigating this matter. tive Medicine, Stephen Walker, have re- osal-containing vaccines in Denmark in ported pathological findings in gastroin- 1992 was followed by an increase in the U.S. Supreme Court “Vaccines are un- testinal tissue studies among autistic incidence of autism. Flaws in design and avoidably unsafe” (2011) children similar to those described in interpretation of this study have been The government vaccine compensa- Wakefield’s research. The disputed and pointed out by others, however, and in tion fund was established to award finan- retracted Wakefield study did not claim or 2011 Dr. Thorsen was indicted by a fed- cial support for children who are judged establish that MMR vaccine caused the eral grand jury on 13 counts of wire fraud, to have suffered harms from vaccines. In autism in the study children, and the PLOS 9 counts of money laundering, and alleg- a 2011 case, the U.S. Supreme court stated that “vaccines are unavoidably unsafe” in ruling that vaccine companies and prescribing professionals were awarded immunity from liability in the 1986 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (NCVIA). This government tribunal has awarded money to families for “encepha- lopathy caused by vaccines that ended up as autism.” Defenders of the notion that “vaccines are known not to cause autism” refer to these cases as technically not “vaccines causing autism” but many consider Greensboro this to be simple word-smithing. at Friendly Ctr. Between Harris Teeter & Red Mango Hannah Poling 3354 W. Friendly Ave. #144 An award has been made in the case (336) 292-2888 of Hannah Poling for autism caused by vaccines. Her father is a Johns Hopkins thejoint.com :: facebook.com/thejointchiro :: Franchises Available trained neurologist, and her mother is a registered nurse. Hannah developed autism following administration of five vac-

16 NaturalTriad.com cines at age 19 months because she had • Space out vaccines to avoid the simul- qualifi ed sense, inaccurate. Once again fallen behind on her vaccine schedule taneous number of antigens included in the truth is more nuanced. I believe it is resulting from a series of ear infections. In the standard vaccine schedule. fair to say that vaccines can contribute to, this case it was pointed out that she was and possibly cause, autism or autism spec- found to have an underlying mitochon- • Avoid administration of vaccines at trum in some children, especially those drial disorder (a defect in the energy- times when the infant or child is febrile who have underlying genetic, mitochon- producing structures in cells), and there- or has an illness. drial, or other yet unknown biological fore is considered to represent a child dysfunctions. We currently have no practi- developing autism from vaccines because • Avoid administration of acetamino- cal method to screen children for these of this underlying disorder. Researchers phen (Tylenol) either before or following conditions. Thus it seems reasonable to Daniel Rossignol and Richard Frye pub- vaccine administration because this accommodate parents who prefer to make lished a review of 112 studies about the drug depletes glutathione, and glutathi- modifi cations to the vaccine schedule in possible link between autism spectrum one is an important detoxifying agent in the manner described above, or in cases and mitochondrial disease and found that the body and is particularly consumed where an older sibling has experienced an 5 percent of ASD children had mitochon- in the process of metabolizing acet- autistic regression following vaccines, to drial disease, and many more, up to 1/3, aminophen. postpone or even forgo them. had biological evidence for mitochondrial function impairment falling short of • Request preservative-free (thimerosal) RECOMMENDED RESOURCES disease level. They pointed out that only vaccines from single-dose vials when about 1 in 10,000 in the general popula- available. • The Autism Revolution (2012). Dr. Mar- tion has this problem. There is no practical tha Herbert and reliable method to determine which • Build the child’s immune system prior • Optimal Treatment for Children with children have undetected mitochondrial to receiving vaccinations through such Autism and Other Neuropsychiatry Condi- dysfunction at the time they receive their things as giving extra anti-oxidants (such tions (2005). Dr. Jean-Ronel Corbier vaccines. as vitamin C) and probiotics. • Autism . . . The Road to Recovery (2012). Ryan Mojabi To summarize, the question of wheth- Dr. Kurt N. Woeller Ryan Mojabi’s parents were awarded er or not vaccines cause autism is more a lump sum settlement in excess of complex and nuanced than most are • Healing the Symptoms Known as Autism $990,000 on December 13, 2012 by the aware of or acknowledge. The statement (2014). Kerri Rivera Offi ce of Special Masters following their that “vaccines are safe and effective” in March 23, 2006 petition pursuant to the the unqualifi ed sense is an oversimplifi ca- Bose Ravenel, M.D., F.A.A.P. offers an in- National Vaccine Injury Compensation tion and inaccurate from an informed tegrative and functional approach to ADD/ Program (NVICP). The petition claimed consent perspective. Likewise “We don’t ADHD and other chronic health problems. that Ryan had suffered “a severe and de- know what causes autism but we know He is in practice at Robinhood Integrative bilitating injury to his brain, described as that vaccines don’t cause autism” is both Health, 3288 Robinhood Rd., WS. For an Autism Spectrum Disorder (‘ASD’)” as a logically fl awed and unsupportable. On appt., call 336-768-3335 or visit www. result of receipt of MMR vaccine. It was the other hand “Vaccines cause autism” is robinhoodintegrativehealth.com. See ads stipulated that Ryan had suffered an en- similarly oversimplifi ed and in the un- on pages 30, 34. cephalitis within fi ve to fi fteen days following receipt of the MMR vaccine on December 19, 2003, qualifying as a Table injury under the Vaccine Act. Local, Healthy & So Convenient

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hosphatidylcholine is a brain supple- known to improve the fluidity of your choline at a sufficient rate. This brain ment that is receiving a lot of atten- neuronal membranes, thereby ensuring chemical is thought to play vital roles in a tion right now. This supplement is that they get more of the nutrients they number of cognitive process. As the level Preportedly able to slow down brain aging, need in and the waste products out. This of Acetylcholine circulating in the brain increase neuroplasticity and even boost also means that it helps to protect cells that increases, this leads to enhanced memory brainpower and cognition. As a source of line the digestive tract and liver as well as formation as well as increased learning essential fatty acids and choline, Phospha- nerve cells. For these reasons, the supple- capacity and even an improved speed of tidylcholine supplements provide many of ment may be very helpful in lowering memory retrieval. Not only this, but it also the most important nutrients for neuron cholesterol and protecting the liver along may even serve to improve and lengthen health and proper functioning of your with increasing the efficiency of nerve and the attention span, concentration, and memory, learning, reasoning and attention neuronal cells within the brain. Choline ability to focus. faculties. What is Phosphatidylcholine, itself is known to break down fat in the Fat metabolism and transportation is how is it thought to work and what are its liver and prevent a condition called fatty also enhanced with this supplement. In potential benefits? liver disease. fact, Phosphatidylcholine is a key compo- Phosphatidylcholine is what is known nent of cell membranes which are critical as a hydrophobic lipid that is found in Phosphatidylcholine Benefits: for the transportation of fats from one cell Lecithin granules. Lipid is simply another The three most prominent benefits of to another. This is also vital for maintaining word for fat and it is made up of phos- Phosphatidylcholine are related to mem- the intact cellular structures which are phates, fatty acids, and Choline. All of ory improvements, fat metabolism, and needed. Choline also aids in the break- these substances actually have some liver health. The supplement contains down of fats in the body and phospholip- pretty profound health effects on the brain significant amounts of Choline which the ids in general are essential ingredients in and body. The fatty acids are actually use- body is capable of turning into acetylcho- bile. Liver health is critical to overall health ful in fat metabolism and transportation of line. Unfortunately, 90% of the American and Phosphatidylcholine helps to prevent different nutrients. They play an important population is considered to be deficient in a number of conditions including fatty role in the maintenance of healthy neurons this vital brain nutrient. You will find Cho- liver disease. It also serves to guard against and can prevent or repair damage to brain line in the yolks of eggs as well as certain liver damage that may result from drugs cells. Of course, the main reason people meats, but most people require supple- and alcohol and prevents cells from viral use Phosphatidylcholine supplements is mentation to get enough choline to meet damage like hepatitis. as a source of Choline which is an essen- the demands of their brain. Low Choline tial nutrient as was recently named a levels are associated with memory loss, Copyright (C) 2013-2015 Nootriment. member of the B family of vitamins itself. inability to focus and less fluid intelli- Reprinted with permission from Nootri- Choline has a tremendous number of ef- gence. ment.com. fects on processes ranging from memory Using a Choline supplement like to cognition. 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“The more you trust ne of the topics I’m most and her hands over her ears. passionate about is how your intuition, Needless to say, this is not to live more intuitively. I the more empowered when you will get the most out Oteach my clients how to really get of her. in touch with their own inner you become, guidance so their lives can unfold the stronger you become, Stop Nagging more easily. But there is a thresh- & the happier you become.” The second mistake I see old that you must cross over to my clients do is to create a reap this benefit. Until that point, ~ Gisele Bundchen nice quiet spot for their intu- relying on your intuition is a frus- ition to step into and then they trating, uneasy process. So I immediately start barraging wanted to give you some ways to her with questions. They create a friendship with your in- pounce on her with what if’s, tuition so the two of you can have and incessant questions about a much more fun, exciting rela- outcomes and assurances. So tionship. it’s nice you’ve coaxed her out, Here are five steps to strength- but unfortunately she’s on the ening the bonds between you and floor in the fetal position with your inner voice. her eyes closed and her hands over her ears. Probably not the Congratulations to our patients, Kristin and Jerry Stop Crowding outcome you were hoping for. Your intuition needs space. She’s like a shy doe that needs a Start Listening quiet clearing before she will I know the first two steps come out of the protection of the are hard. It feels like controlling a kindergarten class hyped up woods. Too often, though, you on Mountain Dew. But you must corral everyone else into their expect it to rush into an arena filled with shouting and chaos. I’m seats and calmly open the floor to your intuition. It’s only then here to tell you, that’s not going to happen. can you begin to hear her voice. And you must really listen be- If you haven’t yet seen the animated Pixar movie, Inside Out, cause at first you won’t really recognize her unique voice. Have then please watch it. It’s a really cute representation of how our you ever watched a TV show and the bad guy uses that machine emotions control out thoughts and actions. So imagine that in that disguises his voice? That’s what happens when you hear your your head fear is running around, waving her hands in the air, intuition through your filters. To make sure you hear the clear, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry screaming. And anger is stomping up and down, while panic is true voice of your intuition you must remove the filters of judg- Sharon Reid, DDS, PA • Justin L. Roberts, DDS ricocheting off the walls. During all this cacophony, your intuition ment and expectation you have about a situation. Without doing is the wallflower, pressed up against the wall with her eyes shut this the distorted voice you listen to will lead you in the wrong

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riests, shamans, spiritual leaders, herbalists and other heal- Many cultures bury or cremate their loved ones with aromatic ers have used, and in many cases are still using, aromatic plants. plant materials to promote the healing of the body, mind Western medicine followed Rene Descartes’ (17th Century) Pand spirit. One of the earliest forms of use was “smoke” medicine, rigid distinction between mind and matter known as dualism: “I where plants were burnt creating a scented smoke to calm, revi- think; therefore I am.” It was believed, and some circles still talize, call upon their deity to balance mental and emotional states believe, that thought had no impact on the physical body. During and promote meditation. This is still being used today in the form the 1970’s, some practitioners began to question dualism and of smudge sticks, natural incenses and the burning of Frankin- began to view a person as a whole. This movement kept evolving cense, Myrrh and Elemi resins. Scented plants and natural per- and now we know our thoughts, moods, and belief systems play fumes are still scattered on or around sacred statues and altars. a major role in our physical wellbeing. Holistic healthcare was born. It is based upon the fact that we are made of interdependent parts and if a person has a physical, emotional or spiritual imbal- Don’t just manage your symptoms. ance, it can create disharmony in one’s overall health. Find the causes and eliminate them at Essential oils are highly concentrated steam distilled or mac- erated aromatic plant parts, they are frequently used to address A VIEW TO YOUR HEALTH physical challenges but are also beneficial in bringing our emotional nature back into balance. As mentioned above, they have Thermography Non-invasive diagnostic tool also been used for centuries to support the spiritual side of our that quantifies physiological lives. changes in breast tissue. To use an essential oil for self-guidance it is best to use elec- 100% safe - no radiation tric diffusers, nebulizers, clay diffusers or a drop on a tissue and No bodily contact kept close enough that you can smell it. Do not apply any of these No compression oils to the skin without diluting them. Dilution rate for most es- Results intrepreted by MDs sential oils is between 3 to 6 drops in one ounce vegetable oil, CranioSacral is a light touch CranioSacral Therapy such as Fractionated Coconut, Jojoba or Crambe abyssinica. therapy that can relieve: The following is a list of some essential oils commonly used to guide us into states of relaxation that support prayer, meditation Migraines and Headaches Chronic Neck and Back Pain and/or self-realization. How to decide which essential oil to use? Stress-Related Disorders Read through the description of the benefits of each oil, see which PTSD • TMJ •Chronic Fatigue one(s) seem to address what you are seeking, read the description Fibromyalgia and more of the strength and smell of each oil and decide what you may be interested in using in your quest for spiritual wholeness. Additional Services Include: Weight loss • Hormone imbalance • Brain fog Angelica root (Angelica Archangelica) promotes strength, stam- Nutritional guidance • Supplementation ina, focus, grounding and inner vision; bridges separation from spirit and increases self-acceptance, self-purpose and self-expres- 336-763-2459 sion; stimulates creativity, intuition and artistic talents; encour- www.GreensboroThermography.com www.AViewToYourHealth.com ages the joy of being – eases questioning of purpose 2309 W. Cone Blvd., Suite 201 - Greensboro Moderate odor: Sweet earth, rich herby

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Doctor's Guide to Distance Healing healing chapter 16

s a biomedical professional, I have their positions with loads of logic and data. a high speed review of my entire life really wrestled with whether or not Why would I want to put myself in the with a friendly loving being that to include this chapter. The scien- middle of this controversy? showed me the patterns and lessons in Atific evidence for the effectiveness of dis- Integrity. I reflected on the reasons I my experiences. I went to the living tant healing is mixed. Distant or non-local started to write this book, and I realized room to meditate and absorb this in- healing has powerful advocates and pow- that this chapter had to be included. The formation while the moon rose over the erful critics, both of whom fiercely defend reason I started this book was to write the water. The loving guide who had book I wish had been available when I shown me my life patterns re-appeared started medical school. And to be honest, with several similar beings in the back to come completely out of the closet about ground, and silently asked what else I my interest in healing, I have to admit that would like to know. I asked how Jesus awakenings despite the mixed and contradictory evi- healed. Rather than tell me an answer Center for Intimacy & Sexuality dence, despite the mystery surrounding in words, the guides showed simply A any possible mechanism for its effective- showed me. One of them showed me ness, I engage in distant healing work. “her” body with a physical problem. In fact, much of my interest in healing “Now watch,” they seemed to say. The started before I decided to go to medical solid physical body appeared to shift school. It happened one day when I was to a less substantial, more subtle body, a teenager, surrounded by friends, during but the problem was still visible. 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One day we no physical problem. The problem had want to talk” problem? were talking about a friend’s health first appeared at one step below this problem and how if we were alive dur- We help people find a deep level, at a vibration or level slightly understanding of each other ing New Testament times, Jesus might greater solidity. I was given to under- that eliminates these struggles. heal her. Later afternoon, as twilight stand that there were two easy ways to fell, I had a strange experience. As I heal. Both involved a shift in ordinary offices in Greensboro & Raleigh listened to everyone talking, I felt as if awareness: 1) go to the awareness of 919.845.5400 I was floating out of my body and had Couples Counselingthe veryand highest level of being where www.AwakeningsCtr.com 46 NaturalTriad.com there is no problem and affirm with the grative medicine. 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And I have to call my parents and rected or removed and do that, know- “How odd!” I thought. “What other things my church so they can pray, too.” We ing that the correction will be amplified could be more important than healing?” thought he was nuts, but the next day, on each subsequent level until it But indeed, I have learned many useful his arm was absolutely fine. None of reaches the solid physical form where things; seen the astonishing power of us had any reasonable scientific expla- it will no longer exist. Whatever is cor- modern medicine to cure and manage nation other than doubting our own rected on the higher levels of aware- serious disease; and witnessed the incred- experience the day before. ness will be manifest at the lower levels. ible dedication, kindness, and self-sacri- As above, so below. It sounds simple, fice of so many doctors, nurses, therapists, Obviously that experience did not but I wanted to know more. I’d never and staff who work in modern health care dissuade me from pursuing a career in heard of anything like this. “Who will settings. modern medicine. I did not become a teach me to do this back in my normal After completing medical school, a Christian Scientist, and I do not avoid state of consciousness?” I wondered. master’s degree in public health, 3 years medications, vaccinations, or surgery. I The guides seemed to smile with gentle of residency training in pediatrics, and two have seen a child who nearly died from a reassurance that I needn’t worry about years of research fellowship training, in ruptured appendix because his Christian that. 1989 I attended my first Therapeutic Touch Science parents delayed conventional care workshop with Dora Kunz. At that work- while they prayed. This experience was even more mys- shop, I felt that I was finally learning about Remember the four dragons from terious to me because I was a healthy the second type of healing I’d envisioned Chapter 4? It is dangerous to delude our- teenager, and like most healthy teenagers, in 1974. selves and deny what is happening, hoping I took good health and vitality for granted, But I had actually witnessed an ex- that by simply affirming what we wish will and was not particularly interested in ample of the first type of healing back in true, we will make it true. health or healing. I was planning to study college: physics and had grand plans to work on “We cannot solve our problems with the the problem of cold fusion so we could During a friendly game of football, same level of thinking that created avoid future energy crises. I had no idea one of our classmates took an unex- them.” ~ Albert Einstein that after I went to college my career plans pectedly hard hit, and clearly had a We cannot simply wish our symptoms would change several times before I broken arm, which was hanging at an away. We cannot simply fantasize our ended up in medicine. odd angle. He was very groggy, but we problems into oblivion. Reciting platitudes After I’d made the decision to study managed to get him to the emergency does not reverse pathology. Modern psy- medicine, I met Dr. Gladys McGarey, one room, where X-rays confirmed the chology has taught us the enormous of the founders of the American Holistic fracture. As we waited with him for the power of our unconscious mind. Even if Medical Association, the mother of inte- orthopedist to set his arm, our friend we tell our conscious minds that “every-

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OCTOBER 2015 47 thing is OK”, if our unconscious mind 2. From this sense of connection, as- through each level until you reach “nor- thinks otherwise, the unconscious prevails. sess the recipient. Please remember that mal” awareness. If you are unable to shift My vision of healing (whatever its whether you are working in person or at a your awareness to higher levels, that’s OK, source) indicated that healing happens distance, it is generally considered un- just work with the person as if s/he was only when our consciousness, our aware- ethical to intervene without permission. with you. Remember the general rules, “if ness, shifts into a different, higher state. Yes, of course, you can work in general for there’s stress, calm it; if there’s pain, soothe We cannot remain in the same level of peace in the Middle East and the end of it; if there’ fatigue, revitalize it; if there’s thinking and solve the problem. starvation for all children everywhere imbalance, balance it; if there’s chaotic So, when I engage in distant healing, without a specific request from an indi- scattering, restore a sense of order; if I start by meditating to shift my conscious- vidual, but when you decide to focus on there’s fullness, drain it; if there’s empti- ness to another level of awareness, a level an individual, other than a public official, ness, fill it.” Work until you feel a sense of where we are all connected to one an- outside of an emergency, ask before as- completion. It may be 1 minute, it may be other. This is not ordinary consciousness. sessing or intervening. How do you assess 20 minutes. Trust your intuition. It is not a mealtime wish list, “Thank you at a distance? It requires focused attention for this food. Please bless grandma and and imagination. I imagine the person sit- 4. Release the person to complete his grandpa, and help Mr. Wilson’s sciatica. ting, standing or reclining in front of me, or her own healing process. Come back Amen. Pass the potatoes.” I am all for and observe as if we were physically to- to your ordinary state of awareness. I usu- prayers of gratitude and thanksgiving, but gether. Some healers can do this with just ally give thanks for the opportunity to be squeezing in a healing wish between bites a name and location, but it’s much better present with another person on his or her as if making a magical Christmas list is not for me if I’ve met and worked with a person healing journey. I also usually wash my a powerful approach to healing. in person before attempting healing work. hands, which may simply be a symbolic gesture for me to release the experience Here are the steps I use when I engage 3. At this stage, you have a choice. If before moving on to the next activity. in distant healing: you are able to shift your awareness to 1. Become centered in the stillness higher and higher levels until you reach 5. “Trust, but verify.” I also usually call within and the sense of connection to the the point that the recipient is completely the recipient later on to find out how s/he Creative Forces and the one seeking heal- whole and well, do that. Hold that image, is doing. It’s good to have regular reality ing. Become grounded in loving-kindness and then carry it downward through each checks to avoid getting off in fantasy land. and compassion, the deep desire that all level, pausing and going back up a level experience well-being and relief of suffer- if you start to “see” a problem, and again Does distant healing work? ing. holding that image of wellness down As I mentioned at the beginning of this

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I was astonished. How had he recog- nized me? His eyes had been closed; he’d been in a coma. He hadn’t heard me because I hadn’t spoken out loud in his pres- ence in the ICU. There were no pictures of me in his room or posted anywhere in the hospital. Yet, somehow, the connection forged on those other levels of awareness had percolated through his consciousness, and he knew me down to my physical appearance.

OCTOBER 2015 49 4 "Health Foods" That Are ANYTHING But Healthy

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Margarine Fruit Juices

here's a very interesting problem almost every single person serving will have just about the same amount of sugar as a soda, reading this has to deal with on a regular basis. That prob- somewhere around 28-40g of sugar. lem is figuring out of all the foods sold as "health foods," Not good. Stay away from fruit juice as best you can. A glass whichT are actually evil foods in "health food disguise." here and there isn't going to hurt you, but don't drink it and think Now don't get me wrong. Many of these foods are healthier you're doing your body a favor. than a bag full of candy and chips for dinner...but not by much. Here are 4 foods commonly referred to as healthy that really 2. Farmed Fish: aren't. The growing movement to provide sustainable fish is actu- 1. Fruit Juice: ally backfiring big time. Here's why. You've likely seen the number of fruit juices on the grocery For one, farm fish are fed GMO crops. They're not given the stores exploding in numbers recently. Part of that is because of opportunity to enjoy their natural habitat, which creates stress clever advertising campaigns latching on to new health words to and the buildup of toxins, and they're loaded with dangerous get their products sold. The only problem is just because these chemicals and additives. The Environmental Working Group juices are labeled with buzzwords like Kale, and Collards, they're (EWG) is a non-profit organization that's dedicated to exposing really not healthy for you. the dangers of farmed fish. They write: That, of course, is owing to the excessive amount of sugar “Seven of ten farmed salmon purchased at grocery stores in they contain. The other reason is because pretty much all of these Washington DC, San Francisco, and Portland, Oregon were con- fruit juices have undergone a process known as pasteurization. taminated with polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) at levels that Yep, the same process milk goes through to kill bad bacteria. The raise health concerns, according to independent laboratory tests problem with pasteurization is it wipes out many of the health commissioned by Environmental Working Group.” properties fruit contains in its raw form—meaning you don't get This is a problem because PCBs are suspected to be carcino- the same benefits had it not been pasteurized. And as mentioned genic. Avoid farmed fish and instead choose wild-caught fish from before, the sugar in fruit juice is obscene. On average, a 12 oz. clean waters (like the Pacific) whenever possible.

50 NaturalTriad.com "Wiggy" Saunders, MD NATURAL 3. Margarine: Hormone Replacement Therapy There's been a long assault on butter. Part of the reason butter is demonized is because conventional butter really isn't atural hormone replacement therapy corrects the loss of good for you. The problem is the alterna- our hormones that comes through aging and menopause. tives, like margarine, are likely worse for The term "natural hormone" means the bioidentical you. hormoneN our bodies make, and not synthetic ones made by the Dr. Josh Axe writes about this. "You’d think that the 'margarine pharmaceutical industry, which can be harmful as well as helpful. With replacement, patients report an increase in their psy- myth' would have been put to bed years ago, but margarine is chological well being. PMS symptoms can be resolved, not still being praised as a health food. In the words of the Mayo uncommonly, in weeks. The medical benefits are a decrease in clinic, the margarine vs. butter race is all about fats and choles- cardiac disease, vascular disease, strokes, diabetes, Alzheimer's terol: disease, and even cancers. Margarine is made from vegetable oils, so it contains no Because our goal is to return hormone levels to an optimal cholesterol. Margarine is also higher in “good” fats — polyun- range, we test the following for any deficiencies: saturated and monounsaturated — than butter is. These types of Thyroid hormone, which regulates temperature, metabo- fats help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or “bad,” choles- lism, cerebral function, and energy levels. It can protect against terol when substituted for saturated fat. cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, memory loss, fatigue Butter, on the other hand, is made from animal fat, so it con- and weight gain. which stimulates the immune system, can restore tains cholesterol and high levels of saturated fat. DHEA, sexual vitality, improves moods, and decreases cholesterol and Unfortunately, it’s not that straight forward. Ever since it was body fat. It improves memory, increases energy, and has anti- created, margarine has been made out of trans-fat, which are cancer properties by enhancing the immune system. known to clog arteries and cause cardiovascular disease. Trans-fat Melatonin, which influences the quality and quantity of also increases someone’s risk of developing type II diabetes and sleep, is also an energizer, a mood enhancer, and an antioxidant. several other severe health problems. It has also been shown to decrease the incidence of nocturia A study in 1997 showed that margarine, with its high trans-fat (getting up at night to urinate). content appeared to increase the incidence of coronary heart Estrogen, has been proven to reduce the effects of heart disease. Saturated fats however have been found to increase good disease, stroke, high cholesterol, Alzheimer's disease, memory cholesterol and lower the bad. It just doesn’t add up!" loss, menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, skin thinning, the He's absolutely correct. Margarine is possibly one of the worst incidence of depression, and reverse the lack of libido. Progesterone, which acts as an antidepressant, mild tranquil- faux health foods around. Instead of margarine eat grass-fed but- izer, and natural painkiller. Bioidentical progesterone can elimi- ter. It's high in Vitamin K2, Vitamin E, and Vitamin A nate symptoms of menopause, PMS emotional instability, headaches, and mood swings. 4. Low Carb Health Food: Testosterone, which drops significantly in men over age 50. This one's a bit of an obvious one, but you'd be surprised This lowered level accounts for a loss of a man's sense of well- how many people fall for the low carb trap. Because it's been being, decrease in decrease in sex drive, loss of general muscle shown low-carb is a proven way to help lose weight, food manu- mass, increased abdominal obesity, osteoporosis, decrease in facturers have jumped on the bandwagon to give people low-carb mental acuity, and decreased strength and endurance. And, yes, goods that are going to help them lose weight. The only problem testosterone levels should be tested in women, as well. Testos- is that's mostly a marketing gimmick. terone therapy can reverse the gradual sexual apathy that occurs Most low-carb foods are processed foods that replace sugar over time, while also increasing energy, and strength. with artificial sweeteners. These artificial sweeteners disrupt the Do you want to feel better? body's sensitive endocrine system. Call the number below for a Since the endocrine system is responsible for weight gain and consult. 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Ear acupuncture will true classical Indian Yogi, Swami Satyanand, helps relieving tension. also be offered during the workshop! Space is limited. Cost: $10. Pre- After the practice, light vegetarian meal is provided to tame your hun- registration and a $5 deposit is required to secure your spot. Must ger before driving back home. Registration not required. For info, e-mail pre-register by Thursday September 24 at 5pm by calling The Center [email protected], call 336-421-0690, or visit www.lifemis- for Holistic Healing at 336-841-4307. Location: 1623 York Ave, Ste. sionusa.org. 102, HP. For more info call visit www.chhtree.com Thursday, October 8 Saturday, September 26 Nutritional Solutions. 6-7pm on the second Thursday monthly. Facili- Free Qigong in High Point. 10-11am. Instructor, Rodney Owen is a tated by Joyce Eury, RD, LDN. Do you realize how unique you are? practitioner and teacher of Taijiquan, Qigong, Kung Fu, and Meditation. Your nutritional program should be unique too. 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56 NaturalTriad.com Ongoing Events your mind and body. Cost: $15 ($10 student). tioner. A perfect ending to the day, blending SUNDAY Location: Ganesha’s Yoga and Wellness. 7-A various yoga teachings into one class. Learn Meditation and Celebration Service. Join us Dundas Cir., GSO. Call 336-655-3263 or visit breathing, body awareness, flowing asanas, for inspirational and thought-provoking speak- www.ganeshasyogawellness.com balance, strength and flexibility. All are wel- ers. We are a Center that honors all spiritual come. Please email me if you plan to come traditions. Meditation at 10:30am and Cele- 4 Branches Chinese Medicine Center Com- / space is limited - [email protected] bration Service at 11:00. At Center for Spiri- munity Acupuncture Clinic. 5-7pm. We are / $12 drop-in, packages available. Location: tual Living in Graham, NC. 309 S. Maple St. offering community Acupuncture in Winston- 525 State St./lower level/Greensboro. Graham. For more information contact@csl- Salem. Come and enjoy effective, inexpensive graham.org or www.cslgraham.org. acupuncture in a relaxed and comfortable Tai Chi for Arthritis: An Intergenerational group setting. Personalized treatments are Class. 7-8pm. At the Shepherds Center, 1700 Hot Mat Pilates. 11:15am. Also Mon., Wed., provided using acupuncture points on the Ebert Rd, WS. First class is free. $20 for 4 Thur., Fri. It is all the rage and now you can ears, arms, hands, legs and feet, allowing classes on October 5, 12, 19, 26. New mem- experience it in the Triad! You will be chal- clients to remain clothed. Useful for a wide bers may join this class at any time. Taught lenged as you go through a pilates regiment range of conditions including acute pain, by Sandy Seeber & Alan Graham of Three in far infrared heat ranging from 85 to over chronic pain, anxiety, depression, stress re- Treasures Tai Chi. For more info or to register, 100 degrees! Cost: $15 ($10 student). Loca- lated problems, insomnia, headaches, diges- call Alan at 336.416.9426 or email info@ tion: Ganesha’s Yoga and Wellness. 7-A Dun- tive issues, relaxation, general well being, and alangrahamdc.com das Cir., GSO. Please call 336-655-3263 or more. Cost: $30/person/visit. One time $15 visit www.ganeshasyogawellness.com paperwork fee at first visit. Call 336-508-1121 to make an appointment. Address is 2594 B TUESDAY Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) for people of any Reynolda Rd., WS. www.4branchescmc.com Evidence-based Qigong and Taiji. 10:30- age.1:30-2:30pm at The Breathing room, 918 11:30am at The Breathing room, 918 Bridge Bridge St. in Winston-Salem. $13 per class for Caring Yoga For Cancer. (Free class). 5:30- Street in Winston-Salem. $13/class. Taught drop-ins. Discounted packages are available 6:45pm. This class is offered for cancer pa- by David Harold. Discounted packages and through The Breathing Room at www.the- tients and its survivors. Whether you are in directions may be found at www.thebreathin- breathingroomws.org. All levels are welcome. active treatment, recovering from treatment groom.org For more information or to register Taught by David Harold with Three Treasures or living beyond cancer, Yoga can enhance contact David at [email protected] Tai Chi. For more information about August your quality of life. Studies show that Yoga classes or to register contact David at david. improves sleep, decreases fatigue, reduces T'ai Chi Classes. 12:30-1:30pm. T'ai Chi for [email protected] stress and that the practice can help minimize health, meditation and self-defense. Improve the side effects of cancer treatment. We invite balance, strength and flexibility. Beginners you to join Christine Zimmer, a cancer survi- welcome. Triad Yoga Institute, 3940 W. MONDAY vor and certified Y4C instructor, each Monday Market St., GSO. 336-449-3284. Phone for FREE Public Tai Chi Practice. Monday through for a gentle yet revitalizing Yoga session. special introductory rates. Your instructor has Thursday mornings from 7:45-8:30 AM at Classes are held in the group room at Integra- 40 years experience in T'ai Chi Ch'uan, and Washington Park Shelter at Vintage Avenue tive Therapies, 7-E Oak Branch Drive in is certified to teach by The National T'ai Chi and Park Road in WS. Facilitated by David Greensboro. For additional information or to Ch'uan Assn., Los Angeles, CA. See full class Harold with Three Treasures Tai Chi. Practices register, please call 336-294-0910. schedule at www.silktigertaichi.com. from both Chen and Yang styles. Contact da- [email protected] for more information. Kundalini Yoga. 5:45pm. Also Wed. and Thurs. Plus-Size Yoga. 2-3pm. Taught by Nancy Experience Kundalini yoga as taught by Yogi Wells. This is a weekly yoga class geared Hot Yoga. 9am and 7pm. Also Tues., Wed., Bhajan. Awaken your Kundalini and work on toward the needs of plus-size individuals Thur. Experience Hot Yoga utilizing infrared your Mind and body at the same time using and taught by a plus-size instructor. Together heat in a Hemalayan Salt lit space. Chanting some of the most powerful krias known to we will explore beginning Hatha Yoga with and warm-up poses will get your body ready man. Cost: $15 ($10 student). Location: Ga- the focus on proper breathing and modifying for the more than 50-asanas you will perform nesha’s Yoga and Wellness. 7-A Dundas Cir., poses for the comfort of the plus-size form throughout the 1½ to 2 hour practice in the GSO. Please call 336-655-3263 or visit www. while still allowing for gentle stretching and 110 and up heat. Cost: $15 ($10 for student). ganeshasyogawellness.com toning. We will concentrate on strengths Location: Ganesha's Yoga & Wellness. 7-A rather than limitations. The class should be Dundas Cir., GSO. Visit www.gane- Beginner’s Hatha Yoga. 6-7:15pm. Taught by a relaxing and enjoyable experience. This is shasyogawellness.com. 336.655.3263. Albert Myer. In this class each week we will yoga that's just your size. Class is limited to explore a combination of gentle stretching, 5 students to allow for personal attention for Community Acupuncture Clinic. 9am- toning, relaxation and flexibility using tra- all. Students must call ahead of time to reserve 4:15pm. Led by Holly Carr, MS, L.Ac. Come ditional Hatha yoga poses. Participants are your space in this wonderful new class! The experience acupuncture! The Center for encouraged to work within their personal Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307. Visit. Holistic Healing’s community acupuncture zone of comfort and ability. Yoga breath, or www.chhtree.com. clinic offers effective affordable treatment in a Pranayama breath, is explored and integrated relaxing group setting. Patients receive profes- into the poses and relaxation. The last 10 to 15 Date and Acquaintance Rape Support Group. sional, safe, personalized care in a peaceful minutes of class are dedicated to Yoga Nidra, a 5:30-7pm. We invite you to meet and gather group center. By treating several patients at guided meditation that allows the body to as- with support from fellow survivor and learn once we lower our costs and pass our savings similate the multiple benefits of the yoga hour. from each other. This group has an interactive on to you. The types of conditions that this The basic moves include rotation, forward and focus with some guidance from the facilitator. setting is most conducive for include: Anxiety lateral bending, and back extensions. Class is Led by Valarie Snell, LCSW. Cost: $20/group. and stress, Headaches, Digestive problems, limited to 5 students to allow for personal at- Please call CHH and ask for Valarie for more Insomnia, Addictions, Acute and chronic pain, tention for all students. Cost: $40/month due info. 336 841 4307. Group members will need Smoking cessation, Emotional problems as the first class of the month or Drop in rate of to speak with Valarie Snell prior to attend- well as general health maintenance and re- $12/class. Location: The Center for Holistic ing group. For more info please contact The laxation. Cost: $30/person/visit. Location: The Healing, 1623 York Ave., Suite 102, HP. For Center for Holistic Healing at 336-841-4307 Center for Holistic Healing in High Point. For more info, or to register, call 336-841-4307. or visit www.chhtree.com more info or to make an appointment, contact The Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307. A to Zen Yoga. 6:15pm. Join us in the best yoga T'ai Chi Ch'uan Classes. 5:30-6:30pm (Be- spot in Greensboro – an intimate gathering ginners) and 6:30-7:30pm (Advanced). T'ai Lunchtime Vinyasa Flow Yoga. 12:45pm M-F. offers a safe, mixed level class. Whether you Chi for health, meditation and self-defense. You will be challenged as you go through vari- are beginning or skilled, this hour is for you. Improve balance, strength and flexibility. ous poses which are designed to strengthen Teacher: L. Haviland, a 200hr yoga practi- Classes held at First Reformed United Church

OCTOBER 2015 57 of Christ, 513 W. Front St., Burlington. 336- cern, the Guidepost Series can support you Improve balance, strength and flexibility. -449-3284. Phone for special introductory in reaching your wellness goals. Each session Classes held at First Reformed United Church rates. Your instructor has 40 years experience helps you embrace your inner healer through of Christ, 513 W. Front St., Burlington. 336- in T'ai Chi Ch'uan, and is certified to teach guidance that is practical, simple, and enjoy- 449-3284. Phone for introductory rates. Your by The National Tai Chi Ch'uan Assn., Los able. Location: Integrative Therapies, 7-E Oak instructor has 40 years experience in T'ai Chi Angeles, CA. See full class schedule at www. Branch Dr., GSO Class fee is $10/class. 336- Ch'uan, and is certified to teach by The Na- silktigertaichi.com. 294-0910 to register or for more info. View tional Tai Chi Ch'uan Assn., Los Angeles, CA. our calendar at www.integrativetherapies.net See full schedule at www.silktigertaichi.com. Want to Learn Reiki in a private one-on-one setting? Oct. 6, 13, 20. 5:30-7:30pm. Learn Foundations Yoga. 6-7:15pm. Taught by Mi- Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse how to become a level 1 practitioner. After chelle Stevens, RYT. In this class we will go Support Group. 7-8:30pm. Taught by Valarie being attuned to this wonderful healing energy over some of the tools to create a balanced Snell, LCSW. We would like to invite you you can then treat yourself, family, friends and yoga practice on and off the mat. The class to join us to meet and gather support from even your pets. After completion of these 3 will focus on breath, the practice of an ar- fellow survivors and learn from each other classes you receive a level 1 certificate based ray of positions for all levels of ability and as well. This group has an interactive focus on your knowledge of the history, chakra sys- the engagement of mindfulness. This class is with some guidance from the group facilita- tem and chi flow, proper techniques and the suitable for the first timer, the seasoned yogi tor. Group members will need to speak with benefits of Reiki. Learn how to keep yourself and everyone in between. Class is limited to 5 Valarie Snell prior to attending group. $20/ and loved ones healthy through the healing students to allow for personal attention for all group. For more info, call at 336-841-4307 energy of Reiki. Natural Triad Special: $125. students. Cost: $40/month due the first class or visit www.chhtree.com For info, contact Lori Alderman, Reiki master of the month or Drop in rate of $12/class. teacher, certified Reflexologist, and Herbalist: Location: The Center for Holistic Healing, 336-339-0656 or at [email protected] 1623 York Ave., Suite 102, HP. For more info, FRIDAY or to reserve your spot, call 336-841-4307. 4 Branches Chinese Medicine Center Com- Yoga for Health. 6-7:20pm. This class draws munity Acupuncture Clinic. 10am-1pm. 4 on the wisdom of Yoga while providing you Branches Chinese Medicine Center is offering with guidance in stretching and strengthen- community acupuncture in Winston Salem. ing exercises as well as strategies to promote THURSDAY Come and enjoy effective, inexpensive acu- relaxation. Sessions designed to support body Community Acupuncture Clinic. 9am-6pm. puncture in a relaxed group setting. You will awareness and to be gentle enough for those Led by Holly Carr, MS, L.Ac. Come experience receive your acupuncture treatment on com- who are dealing with pain or musculoskeletal acupuncture! The Center for Holistic Healing’s fortable reclining chairs while clothed. Pri- issues. Classes geared toward beginners and community acupuncture clinic offers effec- mary acupuncture points used will be on the intermediate students. Facilitated by Heather tive affordable treatment in a relaxing group ears, arms, hands and legs. Useful for a wide Fields, who is a Certified Yoga Instructor and setting. Patients receive professional, safe, range of conditions including acute pain, licensed therapist. Fee: $13/class or $45/ personalized care in a peaceful group center. chronic pain, anxiety, depression, stress re- month, if paid in advance. Location: Integra- By treating several patients at once we lower lated problems, insomnia, headaches, digestive Therapies, 7-E Oak Branch Dr., GSO. Call our costs and pass our savings on to you. The tive issues, relaxation, general well being, and 336-294-0910 to register. View calendar at types of conditions that this setting is most more. Cost: $30/person/visit. One time $15 www.integrativetherapies.net conducive for include: Anxiety and stress, paperwork fee at first visit. Call 336-508-1121 Headaches, Digestive problems, Insomnia, for an appt. Address: 2594 B Reynolda Rd., Addictions, Acute and chronic pain, Smok- Winston Salem. www.4branchescmc.com WEDNESDAY ing cessation, Emotional problems as well as 4 Branches Chinese Medicine Center Com- general health maintenance and relaxation. Functional Yoga. 11am-12n. Whatever our munity Acupuncture Clinic. 10am–1pm and Cost: $30/person/visit. Clinic is held at The size, age, condition, or flexibility, we all want 5-7pm. 4 Branches Chinese Medicine Center Center for Holistic Healing in High Point. For to perform basic activities such as tying our is offering community acupuncture in Winston more info or to make an appointment, contact shoes, getting in and out of a chair, changing Salem. Come and enjoy effective, inexpensive The Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307. a light bulb, taking a full breath and relaxing acupuncture in a relaxed group setting. You without worry. Functional yoga allows you will receive your acupuncture treatment on T'ai Chi Classes. 12:30-1:30pm. T'ai Chi for to practice various yoga techniques that help comfortable reclining chairs while clothed. health, meditation and self-defense. Improve make all of this possible. Various tools such Primary acupuncture points used will be on balance, strength and flexibility. Beginners as chairs and straps will be used to make this the ears, arms, hands and legs. Useful for a welcome. Triad Yoga Institute, 3940 W. class accessible to all. Taught by Albert Myer. wide range of conditions including acute pain, Market St., GSO. 336-449-3284. Phone for Cost: $40/month. Drop in: $12. Class is limit- chronic pain, anxiety, depression, stress re- special introductory rates. Your instructor has ed to 4 students to allow for personal attention lated problems, insomnia, headaches, diges- 40 years experience in T'ai Chi Ch'uan, and for all. Location: Center for Holistic Healing tive issues, relaxation, general well being, and is certified to teach by The National T'ai Chi in High Point. Please call 336-841-4307 to more. Cost: $30/person/visit. One time $15 Ch'uan Assn., Los Angeles, CA. See full class reserve your spot. Visit www.chhtree.com paperwork fee at first visit. Call 336-508-1121 schedule at www.silktigertaichi.com. for an appt. Address: 2594 B Reynolda Rd., Trager Mentastics. 3-4pm. Meets the 2nd and Winston Salem. www.4branchescmc.com Stillpoint Acupuncture Clinic. 1:30–6pm. 4th Friday monthly. Facilitated by Betsy Old- Stillpoint Acupuncture Community Clinic enburg, Certified Trager Practitioner & LMBT. Tai Chi for Arthritis for Seniors age 50+. 12 offers a low cost, community-centered way Remember what it was like to feel good? Come noon at the Shepherds Center, 1700 Ebert St., to provide acupuncture treatments for a wide join us for an entertaining, no stress hour as WS. First class is free. Cost $20 for 4 classes variety of health concerns. Making acupunc- we explore Trager Mentastics. These simple on oct. 7, 14, 21, 28. New members may join ture affordable and convenient are the primary pleasurable movements will re-teach your the class at any time. Taught by Sandy Seeber aims of this clinic. Using a model similar to body and mind to let go of tension. Integra- with Three Treasures Tai Chi. For info or to that practiced in China, the clinic setting al- tive Therapies, 7-E Oak Branch Dr., GSO. Fee: register, call Sandy at 336.724.1822 or email lows us to see more people at once, thereby $10/class. Call 336-294-0910 to register. [email protected] reducing our cost and yours. Appointments suggested, but walk-ins accepted if space Guidepost Series. 12-1pm. Second, third, available. 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