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CONTENTS
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN October 2014
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FEATURE STORY
A delicious commitment to
health Oliviva Inc. makes
olive oil an easy choice
DEPARTMENTS

6 LETTER FROM THE TEAM
A campaign of wellness
7 MAKING CONNECTIONS
IN THE COMMUNITY
8 HEALTHY PETS

Pets and pumpkins
12 FIT BODIES

Instant hamstring relief!
16 CHARTING A COURSE

Libra You complete me not
18 HEALTHY KIDS

Avoid Halloween makeup allergies
10 Fight disease with polyphenols

13 In a babys eyes
14 By the numbers: 10 sad truths about the American way
of death
19 How starches affect blood sugar and weight
and other reactions
28 HERB BLURB
Lavender
34 HEALTHY FINANCES
Faith-based investing
38 HEALTHY EATING
Garden pizza
44 COMMUNITY CALENDAR
45 ADVERTISER DIRECTORY
46 COMMUNITY PARTNERS
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20 5 elements of transformative thinking and movement

you need to know
22 Avoiding the $6,100 death spiral

23 Headaches: Common but not normal
24 Transformation
29 Core strengthening for your horse
30 Nrf2: The master regulator
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32 Protect yourself with glutathione

36 Your personal power
39 Its pumpkin season for your pets too!
40 The wonder of water
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By Jodie Gruenstern, DVM, CVA
id you know that pumpkins are one of the most useful

vegetables for your carnivore cat and omnivorous dog?
Stock up in fall when they are plentiful and economical.
You will be amazed at how the incorporation of this food into
your pets menu can enhance his or her well-being!
The Chi Institute in Florida teaches acupuncture and food
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Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) philosophies. All living
things possess energy. Utilizing food energetics can be a guiding
principle to food selection and can even manipulate health. The
wrong food choice can damage health; the right food choice can
enhance wellness and repair.
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not known in China, so information about their properties is often

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Foods that are common in one culture may have a stronger effect
in a culture where they are more rare. Hybrid and genetically engineered plants will probably be weaker in their energetic effect.
Paul Pitchford, author of Healing with Whole Foods explains,
Raw food is more cooling than cooked food. Foods with blue,
green or purple colors are usually more cooling than similar foods
that are red, orange or yellow.
For these reasons, when one reads that pumpkin is cooling,
neutral, or warming, one must ask, are we discussing the pumpkin
flesh or pumpkin seeds, and is it raw, cooked, crushed or canned?
This lack of clarity leads to controversy as to the thermal energetics of pumpkin. Not to worry, you can judge the energetic impact
on your own individual pet.
All sources agree that pumpkin is a balancing, sweet, qi tonic.
It regulates blood circulation, and counteracts damp and phlegm.
A qi tonic is used to manage qi deficiency. Signs of qi deficiency
can include tiredness, loose stool, reduced appetite, shortness of
breath, weak voice and more.
Pumpkin has long been used as a stool-consistency regulator. In
my holistic veterinary practice, we commonly recommend canned
pumpkin to add bulk to loose stool for dogs, but conversely it will
soften and loosen stool for a kidney yin deficient constipated cat.
The proper regulation of stool consistency can have a huge impact
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can be a part of a healthy, hairball
management routine for cats.
Typical commercial hairball
remedies are made from potentially
toxic petrolatums and these will
coat the GI lining preventing
the absorption of nutrients.
on proper defecation habits. A constipated cat will have a decreased
appetite. A cat with kidney disease will lose water through excessive urine volume, thus lacking fluids to moisten stool, which leads
to the constipation. Dryness can lead to anal gland impaction as
well, as loose stool lacks the oompf to push the normal anal gland
secretion out of the glands upon normal defecation.
The addition of a teaspoon of canned pumpkin to a dogs every
meal can really have a positive impact on proper anal gland function. The addition of a teaspoon of canned pumpkin to a cats
every meal can manipulate stool consistency to aid an elderly kitty
with daily defecation as well as prevent anal gland impaction for
this species as well.
Most dogs and cats love the taste of canned pumpkin. Start
with a tiny amount initially to help them adapt in case it is an
acquired taste for them. The fibrous nature of pumpkin makes
it a mover. I recommend to slather a tablespoon of pumpkin on
top of a thawed, raw duck neck as a great treat, meal replacement
and dental prophylactic for your large dog. The consumption of
this fibrous vegetation mixed with the chewed up bone will give
you peace of mind that the passage of the bone will be successful.
The chomping on raw bone can be a safe and effective means to
remove tartar from teeth. In this same way, pumpkin can be used
to move potential minor gastrointestinal (GI) obstructions.
Canned pumpkin and fish oil can be a part of a healthy, hairball management routine for cats. Typical commercial hairball
remedies are made from potentially toxic petrolatums and these
will coat the GI lining preventing the absorption of nutrients.
Conversely, fish oil is nutritive, can decrease shedding and lubricate the hair for proper passage. Less shedding means less hair
ingestion. The combination of fish oil and fibrous pumpkin moves
the hair on through the stomach and intestines so that it doesnt
ball up in the stomach. This means fewer hairballs on your carpet
and less for you to step on with bare feet in the morning!
Jodie Gruenstern, DVM, CVA, has been practicing veterinary
medicine in Muskego, Wisconsin since 1987. She is a certified
veterinary acupuncturist and food therapist by the Chi Institute.
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References: Helping Ourselves. Daverick Leggett. Meridian Press. 1994.
Recipes for Self-Healing. Daverick Leggett. Meridian Press. 1999.
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Fight
disease with
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Why are polyphenols
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of daily health?

By Nannette Jodar
lives contain vitamin E, polyphenols and additional

natural antioxidants, which serve as natural preservatives, delaying the onset of oxidation and rancidity in
olive oil. Polyphenols are powerful antioxidants from plant foods
that can be found in a variety of foods such as berries, olives, cocoa
(cacao is best), grapes, wine, green tea and more; and could be a
source of healthier and longer living. Olive oils health benefits
are 99 percent derived from the polyphenols in the olive and not
the oil itself, without which we would not have the health benefits
of the oil it creates that we love so much. There are more than
30 polyphenols in an olive, which absorb the free radicals in our
bodies. Any Mediterranean will attest to better health than what
is known in the United States for the simple extensive use of fresh
olive oil, which is very high in polyphenols.
Help protect your arteries with plant polyphenols, advised
Michael Helwig, R.D., director of Nutritional Services at Mark
Twain Medical Center in San Andreas, California. Polyphenols
are believed to eliminate the collection of fat in blood vessels,
reduce inflammation, act as an anti-fungal, raise HDL (good
cholesterol), as well as prevent blood clots. In time, the destructive
free radical molecules, which are a part of chronic diseases, could
be eliminated. Polyphenols could also provide benefits for plasma
lipid levels and oxidative damage.
They may contain anti-tumor and anti-carcinogenic properties
(per the American Institute for Cancer) by lowering inflammation
and cellular proliferation, improve health, and have anti-inflammatory and anti-aging potential. Clinical studies have proven that
polyphenols also act as an anti-inflammatory. Oxidation and cell
damage is reduced by polyphenols acting as antioxidants. They
also reduce microbial activity and infections.
Where do you start, you ask? Olive oil is the easiest answer. But
not all olive oil is created equal. Not by a long shot! The quality
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level of the olive is important to the level of polyphenols in the oil.

But it does not end there. There are a variety of factors that also
come into play while the olive is still an olive, which determines
the final count of milligrams of polyphenols in your oil. For us to
gain the health benefits that the Mediterraneans have, according
to the experts, we need to become as savvy as the Mediterraneans
about olives and the oils they create.
Scientists say that the Mediterraneans are the healthiest people
on Earth. They have less cardiovascular problems and therefore
less death attributed to these diseases, nearly no incidents of
stroke, Alzheimers disease, depression or hardening of the arteries, but lower blood pressure and lower cholesterol! And thats
just a short list!
A Mediterranean, on average, uses 8 tablespoons exclusively of
extra virgin olive oil each and every day. Thats 4 ounces of the
good, old-fashioned-style olive oil that they cook and bake with,
and drizzle on their fruit and vegetables. In addition, they apply
it to their skin, and as a result, these people have the best-looking
complexions and skin compared to any other group of people.
Homer called it liquid gold. In ancient Greece, athletes ritually rubbed
it all over their body. Its mystical glow illuminated history. Drops of it
seeped into the bones of dead saints and martyrs through holes in their
tombs. Olive oil has been more than mere food to the peoples of the
Mediterranean: it has been medicinal, magical, an endless source of
fascination and wonder and the fountain of great wealth and power.
The olive tree, symbol of abundance, glory, and peace, gave its leafy
branches to crown the victorious in friendly games and bloody war,
and the oil of its fruit has anointed the noblest of heads throughout
history. Olive trees have an almost titanic resistance, a vital force which
renders them nearly immortal. There are about twenty-two varieties of
olives growing in Tunisia today.
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eliminate the collection of
fat in blood vessels, reduce
inflammation, act as an anti-fungal,
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Over the next several months, I will focus on olive oil because there is
such a lack of understanding this liquid gold by us Americans.
Nannette Jodar is an author, writer, researcher as well as owner of Oliviva
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References: Is Your Olive Oil As Healthy As You Think? Katherine Tallmadge. Live Science. www.livescience.com.
Health Effects of Polyphenols in Virgin Olive Oil. California Olive Oil News.
Polyphenols and Antioxidants in Olive Oil. Agbiolab Inc.
National Institute on Aging and the National Institute of Health.
www.oracvalues.com.
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ts the grabbing pain in the back of your

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1. From a standing position, take a casual
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square your hips to face forward.
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left hip (the hip of the front leg) to draw
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tighter your hips and hamstrings are,
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In a
babys
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By Helen Borth
t seemed like an eye-opening idea to

wonder about the phrase to become as
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moment, is with their eyes.
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from friends became an excellent source.
The most helpful pictures were ones where
the eyes showed an interesting depth not
often seen in adult eyes. Six choice pictures
were spread out on the kitchen table. When
taking a serious look at each picture, the 12
eyes seemed to have something in common.
The faces, smiles and amount of hair were
very different from one picture to another
but the eyes had a similar quality and depth.
What where the 12 eyes naturally
emanating? Whatever the eyes were
expressing, the participating adults were
filled with wonder. The wondering circled
around this idea: Could adults heighten
their own level of awareness by looking,
even at a picture, into the eyes of a baby?
Could the qualities captured in these 12
eyes affect an adults state of mind?
The time had come to create an experience.
By using the pictures as triggers or as pointers, could an adult realign his or her thinking to be more in harmony with a childlike
frequency? While looking deeply into those
baby eyes, a surprise emotion showed up. It
felt like falling into a well only this well
didnt splash with water because it was dry
and at the same time was filled with delicate,

delightful and delicious vibrational qualities. Remaining in that space for a moment
was like recognizing an infinite truth. Every
human being starts life with this inherited
gift of freedom and peacefulness.
Again it was time to fall into the delightful non-wet pool. This time, the sensation
was like floating and swimming in an ocean
of trust. All fear was nonexistent. There was
an endless energy of two vibrations, trust
and knowingness. The baby eyes were filled
with knowing its needs would be taken care
of. There was so much trust in the eyes,
expressing the absence of fear of falling no
matter how high the body was from the
ground. There was the feeling that trust
and a level of knowingness were the most
natural elements in the world.
Now the question arose. Can adults live
comfortably in the everyday world with
a childlike consciousness? Isnt that how
sages, masters, even highly spiritual individuals live? Is it possible for anyone to
change their way of doing ordinary life
into these realms of endless, unlimited,
natural and trusting qualities? Why not?
We inherited that awareness at birth. As
adults we simply cultivated a way to cover
up our spiritual inheritance.
In time and with practice, the pictures of
baby eyes were a possible tool to stretch and
lift personal awareness enough to recognize
our true inheritance. The baby eyes carried
no guilt, were void of self-consciousness
and lacked making judgments and having

endless attachments. No blame was placed
on others and ideas required no defense.
Participants who tried this freer way of
looking were innately ready to try living in
this world without suffering so many downfalls. Participants began to see their own
birthright vibration become more apparent
in their adult world. The goal now was to
allow the baby eyes, with that magnificent
sense of freedom and peace, permeate every
atom of their being. It seemed so logical and
simple. It became another way to live in the
world. In other words, they become more
childlike. All it took was spending some
time just sitting with a baby eyes picture;
absorbing its vibrations and consciously not
allowing the mind to bring up an endless
string of words and labels.
There is surely a piece of divinity in us,
something that was before the elements, and
owes no homage unto the sun.

Sir Thomas Browne
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By the numbers:
10 sad truths about
the American
way
of death

By Jonas A. Zahn
he American way of death, when studied from perspectives that include carbon lifecycle analysis, biodegradability, local-sourcing, toxicity and sustainability, reveals
many sad truths. The death care industry causes significant and
unnecessary harm to our planet.
Here are 10 sad truths worth talking about:
2.5 million tons of CO2
The United States has the largest per capita carbon footprint on
the planet: more than three times the world average and more
than 10 times Indias carbon footprint.
100,000 tons of steel, brass and copper
Every year, we bury more than 90,000 tons of steel caskets, 14,000
tons of steel burial vaults and 2,700 tons of copper and brass caskets
in Americas cemeteries. We bury enough steel to build a 100-story
high-rise building every year. These metals will never be reclaimed
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The carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from the American way of

death including cremations, buried steel and wood caskets, and
concrete burial vaults add up to an annual carbon footprint of
more than 2.5 million tons of CO2.
Every year, we bury more

than 90,000 tons of steel
caskets, 14,000 tons of steel
burial vaults and 2,700 tons
of copper and brass caskets
in Americas cemeteries.
or recycled. These are expensive materials in terms of the carbon
footprint and also the toxic pollution required to extract, refine and
manufacture them.
1,400 degrees Fahrenheit
A typical cremation exposes human remains to a direct flame

reaching temperatures of 1,400 to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit for a
duration of two to three hours, resulting in a carbon footprint of
350 to 600 pounds of CO2. Its high school chemistry and conservation of mass. Take the combined mass of human remains, cremation container and fuel used in cremation, less the mass of cremated
remains returned in the urn. Fossil fuel, a hydro-carbon, is composed
of hydrogen, carbon and oxygen. Our bodies are 65 percent oxygen,
18 percent carbon and 10 percent hydrogen by mass. Incineration
of our bodies with fossil fuels primarily produces CO2.
Third-largest contributor of airborne

mercury contamination
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that cremation is the nations third largest contributor of airborne mercury
contamination. The National Research Council estimates that more
than 60,000 children are born each year at risk for adverse neurodevelopmental effects due to in-utero exposure to mercury.
2,500 pounds of CO2 from wicker caskets
Many funeral homes offer natural burial caskets made of wicker,

seagrass, banana leaves or bamboo. While these 60- to 75-pound
caskets are biodegradable, distributing them to your funeral home
via air freight from our nations ports generates a carbon footprint
of 1,000 pounds of CO2. Add that to the carbon produced to grow
and manufacture the natural burial casket, and you have a larger
carbon footprint than a steel casket at 1,500 to 2,000 pounds of
CO2! Biodegradable is not the same as sustainable.
1,636,000 tons of reinforced concrete vaults
Every year, Americas cemeteries bury enough steel-reinforced

concrete to build a highway from New York to San Francisco. Prior
to 1900, concrete vaults were unheard of. While concrete vaults do
provide some function in cemetery service, vaults are not required
by law in Wisconsin. In terms of carbon, concrete production is the
worlds most expensive building material and is responsible for 5
percent of the global carbon footprint.
Jonas A. Zahn is the owner of the Northwoods Casket Company and
Carriage House Works. Jonas is uncompromising in his commitment
to sustainability using locally-sourced woods, local craftsmen (and
women), and environmentally safe paints and finishes to build caskets
and classic Arts & Crafts furniture. The company plants 100 trees for
every casket made. The Northwoods Casket Company offers a wide range of sustainable burial caskets and cremation products and delivers to every funeral home in
Wisconsin. Carriage House Works builds fine handcrafted furniture, sells reclaimed
wood flooring and distributes milk paint with environmentally safe natural oil
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37 people
At the Madison Isthmus Green Day Festival last April, I kept a tally of
37 individuals who pledged to change their end-of-life funeral plans
from cremation to a natural burial after learning about the toxicity of
cremation. Making clear and objective information available to families who want to make an informed choice has a profound impact.
$8,343 for a funeral
The median cost of a funeral reported by the National Funeral

Directors Association for 2012 is $8,343 and includes $2,400 for
a steel casket and $1,300 for a concrete burial vault. In 1960, the
average cost of a funeral was $708.
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chartingAcourse
Geocentric
Tropical
Placidus
Mean Node
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By Barry Kerr
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Dates: Sept 22 Oct 21

Ruled by: Venus
Element: Air

Libra
You complete
me not
Full Moon chart, October 8 5:51am
Though true for everyone, the following information will feel more
relevant to you if your sun, North Node, Chiron and/or a group of
other planets are in Libra on your birth chart.
What is Libras
intention?
Having spent the first half of the

zodiac journey developing the
ego self, our inner Venus now
attracts opportunities to apply
our self-knowledge to creating
relationship. Come hither, Libra!
It is the Libra in us all that
knows that the path to wholeness, in this world, must include
It is the Libra in us all

that knows that the
path to wholeness, in
this world, must include
relationships with others.
CONNECT
AND SHARE
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relationships with others. The dance between two egos invites

divine connection. Libras spiritual intention is to begin the softening of the boundaries that our ego has formed within the illusion of separateness that this physical world presents as reality.
When we are ready for this, relationships and commitment are
inviting and exciting. If our ego
is holding tight to the illusion,
we fear relationships as a threat
to self-preservation, though the
longing to engage still moves
within us.
Through Libra, we are all
learning to share, to see things
through anothers eyes, to become
aware of and support their needs
and communicate our own with
diplomacy and tact. When doing this well, we remain strongly
grounded in our self, while also willing to cooperate and create
win/win situations. When unconscious, we fear losing our self and
become aggressive or defensive, pushing others away, or we fear
aloneness and lose touch with ourself, over-identify with another,
compromise or capitulate altogether. This can lead to a debilitating co-dependence or trying to always be nice with an obsessive
attachment to fairness and justice and a fear of conflict.
What needs healing and growth?
The wounded Libra in each of us feels alone or separate. We long

for an other to complete us and bring balance to our lives. This
can be experienced as a fear of being alone, acted out as described
above. We may seek harmony around us in any way possible, and
put on masks of peace and contentment while feeling imbalance
and conflict within.
To heal our Libra selves, we need to embrace that what we seek
in others is already in ourself. Their beauty is ours. Their lovingness is ours. Their darkness is ours. In this way, we reclaim pieces
of ourself that need acceptance, appreciation and love, and add to
our sense of wholeness, completion and balance. Likewise, as we
see ourselves in others, we see through the illusion of separateness.
We see their soul reflecting our soul. Each time that happens, we
come to know who we really are as spiritual beings, already whole
and complete and always connected. In that self-knowing, there is
no aloneness to fear.
What can I do this month?
To heal and evolve your Libra self, give attention to how you are in
relationships. Can you assert your boundaries even when it feels as
though the other may reject you? Is your assertiveness and defensiveness impulsive or a conscious response to the other person?
Are you truly curious about whats going on in the other person?
Do you look for win-win solutions? Are you open to learning
about your self in situations of conflict? When you judge or praise
others, can you see yourself, too? Are you a pleaser, keeping a
smile that covers your truth? Do your relationships support how
you want to be in life?
Additional support (current planetary

transits)
This year, Venus (relationship) is tracking closely to the sun, so it is

home in Libra (relationships) this month, while Mercury (mind)
enters Scorpio (intimacy), then retrogrades back into Libra. The
combined effect is to heighten your longing for committed connection to others while alerting your mind to the deeper, shadowy
parts of relationship that challenge your ego, but lead to transformation. (See questions above.)
Pluto (power), in Capricorn (responsibility), is currently
squared with Uranus (individualism) in Aries (self-assertion).
While also temporarily squared with the Sun and Venus in Libra,
the invitation this month is to notice how the way you experience your personal relationships reflects on how you relate to the
powers around and over you.
Barry Kerr is a soul-based, evolutionary astrologer and life coach,
with 34 years of experience and an international clientele, including psychiatrists and psychotherapists. He is also an advanced
energy healer, with extensive training in soul-guided healing
of mind, body, heart and spiritual systems. Barry offers astrology readings and coaching by phone, Skype or in person in Madison. For
more information, visit www.ChooseConsciousLiving.com. Contact Barry at
Barry@ChooseConsciousLiving.com.
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healthyKIDS
Avoid Halloween
makeup allergies
and other
reactions

hat are the horrors of Halloween?

Many might say encountering a
gruesome ghoul or a blood-sucking
vampire is the most horrific part of Halloween.
However, an allergic reaction can be just as scary
as ghosts and goblins come Halloween.
The candy a child eats, the makeup kids use as part of their
costumes or even the costume itself can cause an allergic reaction. Parents and kids need to be careful and exercise their due
diligence to avoid possible allergens.
breathe. Accessories used for many common Halloween costumes

also may cause reactions. Crowns, magic wands and faux jewelry
that use metals like nickel may cause rashes and irritation. Beware
of nickel and cobalt, which can trigger allergic reactions.
Makeup
Decorations
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and

Immunology, Halloween makeup can trigger an allergic reaction or symptoms of asthma. Inexpensive makeup may contain
preservatives that can cause a rash and swelling of the skin. Formaldehyde is a very common preservative used in many of these
products, but some products labeled formaldehyde-free can still
cause allergic reactions. Certain makeup is not advisable to use
around the mouth or eyes, so be certain to check all packaging
for any warnings. High-quality theater makeup may be a better
option than the cheap crayon sticks sold at costume stores.
In any event, always test makeup on a small area of the skin well
in advance of Halloween. If a rash or any abnormality occurs, do
not use the makeup.
Costumes
Costumes can induce an allergic reaction as well. If costumes are

older and packed away in a basement or attic, trapped dust and
dust mites can make it difficult for those with allergies or asthma to
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Those who want to create a spooky environment at their Halloween parties should be advised that fog machines can trigger
asthma attacks in some people. Its best to check with party
attendees before firing up the fog machine.
Edible treats
Food allergies abound in children and adults. Many commercially

produced candy and chocolate bars are manufactured in factories
that also process peanuts and other tree nuts, so exercise caution
with treats. Baked goods may contain wheat, gluten, eggs, soy and
any number of other food allergens. Its wise to have a variety of
inedible treats available for trick-or-treaters or partygoers, including stickers, pencils and small toys.
Halloween should be an enjoyable day for the young and the
young at heart. This beloved holiday can be made safer by avoiding common allergy triggers.
Source: MetroCreative Connection
How starches
affect blood
sugar and
weight

By Rosalie Misco
ll starches are carbohydrates. Starch does not occur alone,

it is combined with nutrients. Starch itself has no nutrients but is a carrier for various nutrients.
Foods high in starch include potatoes, rice and grains ground
into flour. When grains are ground and the bran and germ is
removed, what is left is white flour, which is almost pure starch.
Other foods contain starch in smaller amounts.
Starch is equal to sugar in the way it affects blood sugar and
weight. The body cannot tell the difference between starch and
sugar, as both raise blood sugar, create increased hunger and
cause weight gain. Starch, along with sugar, raises fat triglycerides
and can cause weight gain.
Resistant starch fiber is a carbohydrate, a starch and a fiber all
in one. It is naturally occurring in foods like cold potatoes (when
they are heated up again they convert to regular starch). Slightly
green bananas contain resistant starch fiber, but when they are
ripe the resistant starch turns into regular starch as well.
Resistant starch fiber does not raise blood sugar very much and
when combined with foods high in regular starch, they help keep
the regular starch from raising blood sugar so high and fast. Other
starches make a body hungry, resistant starch fiber makes a body
feel full and takes away the desire to overeat.
A resistant starch made from a special variety of non-genetically modified corn is available in a bag. It is called Hi-maize
260. It can be added to many different foods to lower the carb
count of those foods and reduce the blood sugar and weight gain
of normally high starch foods. This corn starch does not thicken
foods like the regular corn starch. It is heat stable so it can be
used in cooking and baking. It can be used in yogurt, smoothies, sour cream and many other foods without being detected.
Natural Expressions 100% Whole Grain Bakery carries this product
with instructions for its use for blood sugar and weight control. Rosalie
Misco (Grandma Rose) hosts a free diabetes and weight loss support
group and can help you learn to use Hi-maize 260. The support group
meets the first and third Saturdays of each month at 2 p.m.
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5 elements of
transformative thinking
and movement you
need
to know

By Jill E. Greinke, MSW, LCSW, SAC
Said its time for change; We need to change; When the seasons
change; I aint afraid to change; Oh we need a change; We all can
change.
Seasons Change, written by Brian and Brandon

Casey, performed by Jagged Edge featuring John Legend
ere we are in the last quarter of the year on the Gregorian calendar. In Wisconsin, it is autumn; we know that
a long winter is approaching. Our children are busy
learning new lessons in school and the holidays are sneaking up
right behind us.
In climate zones that demonstrate four seasons, autumn is often

cited as many peoples favorite. In a few weeks, most cities within
the United States will fall back by an hour. Many other countries
throughout the world practice Daylight Saving Time as well.
Id like to point out that our clocks arent the only things that
will change.
You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on
the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you
have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.

Jane Goodall
I believe that if people were asked the question: What do you
think you could do to change the world?, many would answer,
Well, I cant really; I am only one person. Yet, most of us would
agree that making conscious changes in our personal lives are one
of the greatest freedoms in life. Russian writer, philosopher and
political thinker Leo Tolstoy said, Everyone thinks of changing
the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.
Many people now agree that our world has become global
and interconnected in many ways (economically, socially, environmentally, etc.). We are no longer independent islands floating in a sea of isolation. Many spiritual, metaphysical and scientific experts affirm that we are all connected. In their book, The
Systems View of Life, A Unifying Vision, Fritjof Capra and Pier L.
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Luisi claim the many problems we face within our world (energy,
climate change, and water scarcity and financial security, etc.) take
on a systemic relationship because they are all interconnected and
interdependent. As a result, it will take systemic solutions to solve
these global problems.
You cant connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect
them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will
somehow connect to your future. You have to trust in something
your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let
me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.

Steve Jobs
When I work with clients, I always teach the theory of connecting the dots, meaning that patterns of thought and behaviors
(thought patterns, feelings, actions or nonactions) are connected
back throughout a persons life in a cause-and-effect fashion. The
patterns of our thoughts and behaviors are signposts and clues
that offer us direction and forward movement. But we have to
develop ways to read and decipher what they mean to us. When
we allow ourselves to be open to new ways of thinking, feeling
and doing things, we create the possibility to change our realities.
As a result, the people in our lives will also be affected by those
possibilities. We make changes to society at large in this way: first
within ourselves and then throughout the world.
So what exactly constitutes transformative thinking and
movement?
1. Get in touch with your fears (the very thing most of us avoid).
Know that the fear may be an involuntary feeling meant to
protect us. Unfortunately, it also has the power to hold us back
from transforming.
2. Know that our thoughts create our version of reality. They can
be conscious or subconscious. When they are not in our best
interest, they tend to become habitual and can create actions
that prevent us from moving forward.
3. Find ways to be still and listen. We should seek to develop
habits that help us to connect to our inner wisdom so that
we can consciously create what we want versus haphazardly
creating from a place that is not productive for us. We can do
this through meditation, taking a warm bath, relaxing, awareness exercises, becoming incredibly engrossed in an activity,
etc. Everyone has a different ways of contacting their inner
voice.
4. Trust that once you get into that inner place, ideas about
transformational thinking and movement will automatically
pop into your head.
5. Develop the courage to implement the ideas that were
presented to you in that quiet place and then do so. Reflect on
how your inner visions have the ability of unifying all aspects
of your life and how they are a microcosm of the whole world
even the whole universe.
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Avoiding
the $6,100
death spiral
Biomimetic dentistry

By Carol Vander Stoep, RDH, BSDH, OMT
irst, know there is nothing natural about dentistry. Dentistry

is one of the most invasive, material and surgically oriented
disciplines in health care. You probably already know traditional dentistry is largely rescue, amputation and replacement
dentistry. It treats localized symptoms of what are really bodywide
health problems.
But revolutionary solutions exist. Biological dentists can test
to see which materials are most biocompatible for you, discern
if root-canal-treated teeth or jawbone cavitations challenge your
general health, and can help you determine if oral conditions
contribute to autoimmune problems.
But there is another angle. Failing and dead, embalmed teeth
may contribute more to poor health than the more commonly
recognized links between bleeding gums and a cascade of inflammatory diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and osteoporosis.
How do teeth fail? Beyond future health problems, standard
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drill and fill dentistry puts a tooth squarely on a death spiral

that on average costs its owner $6,100 (in 2013 dollars) over a
lifetime, exclusive of advanced dentistry such as crowns on the
way to tooth failure.
Advanced imaging makes early, repeatable diagnosis a reality,
offering 90 percent diagnostic success a far cry from traditional
poke and hope diagnostic methods using only X-rays and a pick.
Early diagnosis means almost zero tooth amputation. Zero
tooth amputation means a tooth can continue to flex and bend
naturally as it should without breaking. Air abrasion gently and
selectively clears damaged tooth structure without an anesthetic.
Subsequently placing a nontraditional super sealant often
protects a tooth for a lifetime both the chewing surface on
which it was placed as well as surfaces in between teeth.
For those who want to rebuild teeth without crowns or to safely
replace traditional fillings, biomimetic dentistry helps a tooth
survive. These techniques preserve maximum tooth structure
so it can withstand chewing and clenching stresses. A myriad of
sophisticated techniques not yet taught by most dental schools
quadruple the bond strength of the filling to the tooth and allow
it to flex almost like the original tooth, helping prevent microleakage and thus future decay.
Isnt your smile, health and pocketbook worth it?
Carol Vander Stoep, RDH, BSDH, OMT wrote this article for Dr. Bryan
Schwartz because she advocates the changes in dentistry Dr. Schwartz exemplifies. A hygienist and occasional writer for Dr. Mercola, she is the author of
the book on oral/systemic connections, Mouth Matters: How Your Mouth Ages
Your Body and What You Can Do About It. She created this article to illustrate
revolutionary dentistry so you can make better-informed choices. It and more
are available at mouthmattersbook.com. See ad on page 21.
To learn more about Bryan J. Schwartz, DDS, visit his office at 222 N.
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Headaches:
Common but
not
normal

By Patrick McCann, D.C.
eadaches, though common in todays society, are not

normal. Headaches are a sign that your body is being
affected by different types of stress and the end result is
pain. According to the American Council on Headache Education, there are over 45 million people who suffer from headaches.
Headaches are also one of the most common reasons people seek
medical and chiropractic care.
Medical management of headaches consists of taking medications to relieve the symptoms of the headaches. Instead of covering up the symptoms, you should look to find the underlying
cause of why you are getting headaches in the first place. Some
of the most common causes are previous traumas, sports injuries,
environmental toxins, diet and stress.
When you experience headaches or any other pain within the
body, this is your bodys way of letting you know that something
is not right. Your body is trying to call your attention to something so instead of covering up the problem with a medication,
chiropractic looks for that underlying cause.
Chiropractic focuses specifically on the alignment of the spine,
as this can affect our nervous system and ultimately how our body
is working.
The nervous system is comprised of the brain and spinal cord and
is the master system of the body as it controls the function of every
cell, tissue and organ. When you have misalignments (subluxations)
of the spine affecting the nervous system, this can cause headaches.
Chiropractors are the only doctors who are trained in finding and
correcting subluxations. Once the subluxation is removed, the
spine and nervous system heal and function better, helping people
with headaches naturally without the use of medications.
Lets examine the case study of a 10-year-old girl with chronic,
severe migraines (six times a week for the previous three years),
who was unable to go to school due to the severity of her headaches.
After just her third chiropractic adjustment she was off her pain
medications, and by the third week she was back in school. She was
leading a normal and healthy life by the end of the fifth visit.
Another case study involves a 13-year-old boy who was hurt in a
football game. He was in terrible pain and had to wear dark glasses
and ear plugs because of his increased sensitivity to light and sound.
His medical doctor gave him painkillers and hospitalized him for
two weeks with no improvement. After his first chiropractic adjustment, he could ride home without wearing sunglasses and for the
first time in two weeks expressed interest in food.
Many chiropractic offices are equipped with state-of-the-art
technology that shows how stress is affecting our nervous system
and spine. By using this technology, a chiropractor can determine
how well your body is functioning and create a plan specifically
for you to get your best results.
If you are dealing with headaches and you are sick and tired of
covering up your health concerns with medications, chiropractic
is waiting to help you. Are you ready for a change?
Dr. Patrick McCann practices with his wife, Dr. Kate McCann, at
McCann Chiropractic, 17585 W. North Ave., Suite 130 in Brookfield.
They specialize in whole-family care, and are proud and excited
about staying on the leading edge of chiropractic by offering Torque
Release Technique and COREscore. For more information, please
visit http://mccannchiropractic.com or call 262-782-9700. See ad on page 24.
References: Encephalgia/Migraine. ICPA Newsletter. H. Bofshever. January/
February 2000.
3-Year-Old with Headache, Depression, Poor Appetite, Nausea, General
Muscular Weakness, Dizziness and Sensitivity to Light and Noise. ACA
Journal of Chiropractic. S. Esch. December 1988.
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Mind
Transformation
How do we really heal from
emotional struggles?

By Richard Hanhardt MS, MBA, BCSLC
self
Body
Soul
Establishing balance and the emergence of of self.

We exist in these states. As they come into balance
we see the emergence of self (small s).
here is a great interest in maximizing our health in our culture:

physically, emotionally and spiritually. However, when we struggle with
our health, we often wonder, What does
health really mean? First we must distinguish between healing and feeling a bit
better. We have been taught that feeling
a bit better may be the best we can expect
if we involve ourselves in the traditional
approaches offered by our established
culture. But we can do better! We can actually heal from our distress; like a cut on
our skin that gradually heals and leaves no
trace, our humanness is designed to experience healing in every area of our lives.
We begin with the understanding that
healing is a process. Placing our emotional
injuries into a process is important because
with a process, we begin a journey and the

pathway is now clear and under control.
Process gives a direction to emotional
wandering. Often a spiritual guide is
necessary to take this important step. But
what is the goal of the process? Where do
we want it to lead?
Consider for a moment that our first
great achievement is balance between
body, mind and soul (or spirit):
As these come into balance, we have the
emergence of a sense of self (see diagram small s). This is the state of feeling better
and even integrating our lives somewhat
and knowing who we are. In our culture
this is an achievement we seek, but often
we approach this balance and are still left
wondering about the fulfillment in our
lives, and perhaps the emotional pain
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Brookfield, WI 53045
(262) 782-9700
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continues. For the courageous people who

know their journey has not yet reached the
destination, more work needs to be done:
the work of transformation.
Each of the areas of our lives can be
transformed into a higher level and there
are specific transformative activities now
available in our culture for each. For those
seeking the highest level of human life
or for those who are suffering emotional
distress this is the pathway toward real
healing. Here are the advanced states we
can achieve:
Each of these states is accessible to us
and more and more options are made
becoming available to us month-bymonth. New discoveries and activities are
available in all faiths, which are discovering new pathways to understanding the
Dr. Kate & Dr. Pat specialize in whole family care.

We are a magnificent team, focused on ensuring
that every practice member feels loved and
supported in their journey to creating better health
and wellness. Our practice is warm and friendly
and we strive to exceed your expectations!
great gifts of their founders and followers

over eons of time. Cultural gifts from the
East and Mideast are now found everywhere. However, finding the right path
through all the offerings can at times be
difficult and a guide or counselor is often
necessary.
Notice that when these advanced states
begin to form some balance there is the
emergence of the Self. This is a term used
by Carl G. Jung, a psychiatrist from the
late 19th and 20th century, who is credited
with launching the movement in which
people began seeking to look much deeper
into their psyches to discover the meaning
in their lives. Jung said that the term
meant that someone was living a unique
life, a life that had to be. He ascribed the
term to anyone who was truly achieving
the right pathway toward transformation
or what he (and others) have called The
Symbolic Life. Self, in its ultimate form,
was seen in the lives of Jesus Christ or
Siddhartha, called the Buddha, and other
great spiritual leaders and wisdom teachers. However there are many of us who are
pursuing Self and are now living as healing
souls, the life of the Self.
But how do you begin this journey and
how do you stay on the healing path?
However you begin you will need to
understand these advanced states more
and more as they appear. There are experts,
others who have walked these paths before
you and know the way. Use them!
I will dedicate my upcoming monthly
articles in Natures Pathways magazine to
these advanced states:
NOVEMBER: Aware Body and the
Healing of Troubled Emotions
DECEMBER: A special holiday look
at Sacred Bonds and Healing Relationships
JANUARY: Natural Mind and Learning the Wealth of Living Naturally
FEBRUARY: Awakened Soul and
Generating Health through the
Sacred
Rich is the Executive Director of The
Sacred Bond Center. He has practiced in the psychotherapy field for 43
years and now has dedicated his work
to what he believes is truly healing:
awakening the spiritual for clients through multiple
pathways. This month he will release his third book,
Story Building, Telling the Story of Healing Power
and Growth.
Natural
Mind
Self
Aware
Body
Awakened
Soul
The emergence of Self.

As these states are constellated by the addition of the
spiritual to the psyche, Self (capital S) emerges.
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The Story Building Training is now available in
three formats from the Sacred Bond Center:
1. The book and an accompanying journal are now
available through the Sacred Bond Center.
2. Group sessions are available beginning in October.
Groups are now forming.
3. Individual guided sessions are available
with Rich Hanhardt.
Please call 1-262-794-2318
for registration or more information
Story Building is a new creation of the Sacred Bond Center
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A delicious
commitment to health
Oliviva Inc. makes olive
oil an easy choice
By Grace Olson
t has been around for thousands of years, has innumerable

health benefits, and after butter and margarines heydays,
is finally getting the attention it deserves. Welcome to the
spotlight, olive oil!
But not just any olive oil deserves the limelight. All varieties are not created equal, and its easy to see that Oliviva
Inc. separates itself from the others by not only believing in
the best, but by thinking about every aspect of producing an
award-winning product starting with their business name.
It came as a result of wanting to have a name that represented
a healthy quality of life, thats what viva stands for, Nannette
Jodar explains. And then of course theres olives and using olivebased products. Thats how we came up with Oliviva.
A perfect name paired with an interest in international
commerce and the trading market; Nannette learned about
how products are transported from one country to another
and chose to become involved in something she knew would
help people on multiple levels.
A well-rounded superfood
Olive oil benefits anything having to do with the cardiovascular

system, Nannette explains. It has anti-inflammatory properties, normalizes blood clotting, prevents the hardening of arteries and helps with insulin and blood sugar control for diabetes.
It does that and so much more. The Food and Drug
Administration states that simply consuming 2 tablespoons
of olive oil a day reduces of the risk of heart attacks, lowers
blood pressure, brings your good cholesterol up and may
even prevent stroke. Olive oil is a monounsaturated fatty acid,
which is the right kind of fat, beneficial to cardiovascular
health and more.
Emerging research shows that even depression risk can
be lowered by olive oil, perhaps attributing to the fact that
countries where a Mediterranean diet prevails report lower
cases of the condition. And thats not all they can be proud
of. Experts report Mediterraneans use approximately 8 tablespoons every day, and its paying off.
Olive oil is whats causing Mediterraneans to live longer, look

better and have healthier looking clear skin, Nannette says. They
have very little knowledge of heart attacks and cardiovascular
issues, memory loss, cholesterol, high blood pressure, Alzheimers
disease. Theyre doing something right!
The health benefits gained by using olive oil are undeniable, but
its important to know what to look for to truly reap them.
The Oliviva Inc. difference
Organic extra virgin olive oil has an exceptionally high level of polyphenols the antioxidants to look for to gain the most nutritious
value from the olives. If youre hoping to take advantage of all olive
oils health properties, Nannette warns against utilizing oils with the
words refined and light advertised.
Heavily refined or light olive oils mean chemicals and heat were
used to refine it, she says. They tend to have less than 2.7 milligram/kilogram of polyphenols. Youre spending a lot of money on
refined oil and there are no consumable health benefits to it.
Oliviva Inc.s olive oil boasts 442 mg/kg of polyphenols. In
comparison, the average level of other extra virgin olive oils sold in
the United States is 187 or less.
Throughout the manufacturing process, Olivivas high standards ensure their olive oil hasnt lost its made-at-home flavor, in
part due to one of the first steps: picking the olives. The Oliviva
orchard is nestled in Tunisia, a small country in Africa known for its
lasting olive orchards. The particular orchard Oliviva uses has been
growing trees and making olive oil since the 1600s. Not much has
changed in their practices.
Olivivas orchards handpick their olives, Nannette explains.
They do not use olive machines to pick the olives because the
minute you start bruising an olive, you reduce the polyphenols in
it you compromise the flavor and the quality of the olive oil. Its
so flavorful, silky and smooth naturally.
Nannette suggests trying Olivivas award-winning Donia Fruity
if youre starting out in the olive oil world but want the impact of
the health factor right away. It is known for its fruity flavor and is
exceptionally noteworthy as it is produced with only chetoui olives,
considered to be one of the original olives. Very similar but known
for its milder taste is the Donia Mild.
Weve been at a lot of farmers markets lately and its amazing the
stories people share with us about how our olive oil really works.
They always get excited and say Ive been doing 2 tablespoons of
olive oil a day! Then they always walk away with a bigger bottle
than they bought before, Nannette laughs.
While you can certainly drink Olivivas pure-tasting

olive oil alone, Nannette has come up with a
concoction that makes getting the daily recommended
2 tablespoons even simpler.
Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil with 2 tablespoons
juice from a fresh lemon, add 1
tablespoon raw, unprocessed honey
and a cup of warm water.
Simply shake and drink for
a quick, tasty health boost!
In an even bigger
hurry? Mix the olive oil
with your favorite fruit
juice. (Grapefruit is
Nannettes favorite!)
particular foods getting into the wood because its that hard.
A handmade soap, tentatively called Ambrosia of the
Gods is also in the works. Unlike products with coconut
oil, anything made with olive oil is incredibly moisturizing, and not surprising, the soap will be made predominantly from Olivivas polyphenol-filled olive oil.
The company will also be experimenting with taste. Flavored
extra virgin olive oil chili pepper, garlic basil, rosemary, lemon
and orange along with entirely new oils are on the horizon.
Coconut, avocado, argon oil and balsamic vinegar from Medina,
Italy are the first few being considered.
I joke that Olivivas olive oil enhances the flavor of your food and
the side effect is better health, or it will help improve your health
and the side effect is enhancing your food, Nannette laughs.
Any way you look at it, its a win-win for all of us.
A tasty, new future in olive oil
We want to do so much with it! Nannette says of Olivivas everexpanding market. We want Oliviva to represent itself throughout
the whole country, and maybe even Canada and Mexico someday.
Currently, the company sells to distributors in Wisconsin,
Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas. Their future
growth doesnt just pertain to edible items from overseas, but other
innovative products that their orchards create, starting with one of
the most often overlooked: olive wood.
Its very hard and nonporous, Nannette explains. It works really
well for cutting boards, for instance. You can cut chicken, meats and
vegetables on it and not have to worry about the flavors from those
Visit www.olivivainc.com to find

recipes and peruse oils, raw honey
and other products incorporating the
companys unmatched olive oil.
herbBLURB
Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia

avender is native to the Mediterranean region.

It was used in ancient Egypt as part of the
process for mummifying bodies. Lavenders use as a bath
additive originated in Persia, Greece and Rome. The herbs name
comes from the Latin lavare, which means to wash.
Historically, lavender was used as an antiseptic and for mental
health purposes. Today, lavender is used as a folk or traditional
remedy for anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, depression, headache,
upset stomach and hair loss.
Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy, in which the
scent of the essential oil from the flowers is inhaled. The essential oil
can also be diluted with another oil and applied to the skin. Dried
lavender flowers can be used to make teas or liquid extracts that can
be taken by mouth.
What the science says
There is little scientific evidence of lavenders effectiveness for most

health uses. Small studies on lavender for anxiety show mixed results.
Erickson Family Chiropractic
Erickson Family Chiropractic is located in the village of Richfield, WI.
We can treat the entire family,

from Grandma to a newborn baby
even the family pets!
We are highly trained in
numerous chiropractic and
bodywork techniques.
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Some preliminary results indicate that lavender oil, combined

with oils from other herbs, may help with hair loss from a condition called alopecia areata.
Side effects and cautions
Topical use of diluted lavender oil or use of lavender as aromatherapy is generally considered safe for most adults. However, applying
lavender oil to the skin can cause irritation. There have been reports
that topical use can cause breast growth in young boys.
Lavender oil may be poisonous if taken by mouth.
When lavender teas and extracts are taken by mouth, they may
cause headache, changes in appetite, and constipation.
Using lavender with sedative medications may increase
drowsiness.
Tell all of your health care providers about any complementary health practices you use. Give them a full picture of what
you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated
and safe care. For tips about talking with your health care providers about complementary and alternative medicine, see National
Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicines Time to
Talk campaign.
Source: Herbs at a Glance: Lavender. National Center for Complementary and
Alternative Medicine. www.nccam.nih.gov/health/lavender/ataglance.htm.
References: Prepubertal Gynecomastia Linked to Lavender and Tea Tree
Oils. New England Journal of Medicine. D.V. Henley et al.
Lavender. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. www.naturaldatabase.com.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia Miller). Natural Standard Database.
www.naturalstandard.com.
Lavender Flower. Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs.
M. Blumenthal et al.
Core
strengthening
for your horse
Part 3

By: Amber Erickson, DC, MEBW
e have been discussing core strengthening for your

equine partner, and in this months article we will
continue learning new stretches and exercises. For a
quick review, core strengthening can improve almost any horses
performance, as well as lessen the chance of an injury happening.
Continue to have a safe place to work with your horse, and keep
wearing protective footwear and gloves.
By now, you and your horse should be getting pretty good at
doing the five or six stretches weve already discussed, and you may
already be noticing some differences in his topline muscling. This
month we will be focusing on true core strengthening. Up until
this point, we have done stretching and range-of-motion exercises created to strengthen and to stretch the horses upper back
and abdominal muscles. As with all core strengthening exercises,
these are best done when the horse is warm (a five- or 10-minute
walking session is usually sufficient to warm him up). Do these
exercises three to six times every day, four or five times per week.
The newest stretch is called a wither lift. The handler should
stand by the horses front leg, facing toward the horse. Using both
hands, as spread apart as you can make your fingers, apply gentle
but firm upward pressure onto the horses sternum (or chest).
Your hands should be just in front of the location of the girth,
near the pectoral muscles. The horse will respond by lifting his
withers toward the ceiling.
Continue working back on his belly into a belly lift, and transition this into a back lift. The horse should smoothly raise his entire
back, from his withers through his low back, in response to your
gentle pressure. This can be followed by asking the horse to bend
his abdomen toward you by reaching all of the way underneath and
tickling his opposite side. Please proceed with caution here, though!
It is possible to increase this stretch by asking a handler to lower
the horses head a small amount while hes stretching. If your horse
is less than sensitive, and he does not respond to your hands (or if
your hands lack the strength to hold his move), you can use a pen
cap to gently ask your horse to lift his back.
It is common for many horses to resist doing a belly lift when this
exercise is first introduced. He should become accustomed to it as he
gets stronger with daily exercises. However, if his resistance continues
past the first week, or becomes more aggressive, please desist doing
those exercises. Consult with your veterinarian or equine chiropractor before reintroducing them. This holds true for all of the exercises
we have discussed. If the horse displays a marked change in range of
motion or in acceptance of a stretch day by day, he may need to be
checked out by an equine bodyworker or chiropractor.
These six or seven exercises can help you to reshape your horses
back in a very positive way. Once you have performed these daily
for several weeks with no problems, the horse is ready to move on.
Now is the time to introduce cavalleti (trotting over ground poles)
and more advanced under-saddle work to continue building and
stretching his topline and abdominal muscling.
This is also the time to introduce more hill work. Hills are a
fantastic way to improve core strength, but they must always be
done correctly. This means not letting the horse charge up or
down the hills! The horse should begin by walking up all hills,
and sometimes it is advantageous to get off and hand walk him
up a hill while he learns how to efficiently use his hind end. Also
always walk down hill; at least until you are very sure that your
horse is fit enough for it.
Dr. Amber Erickson is a doctor of chiropractic at Erickson Family
Chiropractic in Richfield. She is also a master equine bodyworker,
certified by Equinology. More information can be found at
www.elementalequineservices.webs.com. See ad on page 28.
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Nrf2:
The master
regulator

By Tracy Bretl, D.O.
rf2 is short for NF-E2-related 2.

It is a powerful protein that is
present in each cell in the body
but must be released by an Nrf2 activator.
Once released, it moves to the nucleus of
the cell and bonds to the DNA at the location that is the master regulator of the
total antioxidant system available in all
human cells. The activated Nrf2 upregulate survival genes genes that enable the
cells to survive the stress from free radicals
and other oxidants or inflammatory stress
and downregulate other genes to help
the body function at an optimal level.
According to Dr. David Perlmutter,
High levels of free radicals turn on a
specific protein in the cells nucleus called

Nrf2. Activation of Nrf2 essentially opens
the door for the production of a vast array
of our bodys most important antioxidants.
It is clear that excessive free radicals induce
better antioxidant production through this
pathway, but the obvious question is, what
else activates Nrf2?
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It turns out that a variety of foods are

powerful activators of the Nrf2 pathway.
While not necessarily rich in antioxidants,
they directly and dramatically amplify our
innate ability to produce vast antioxidant
protection by signaling our DNA. In this
way, specific molecules from Nrf2-activating foods can trigger the production of
thousands of antioxidant molecules, providing far better protection against the braindamaging effects of free radicals compared
to standard antioxidant supplements.
Thus, one of the responses of Nrf2 activation is to reduce free radical damage
or oxidative stress with the production
of antioxidant enzymes. Other responses
include help in cleaning up damage with
housekeeping proteins and preparing cells
for future exposure to stressors with heat
shock proteins.
Nrf2 was identified about 20 years ago
and scientists have since found that Nrf2
is not only involved in the production of
antioxidant enzymes, including superoxide dismutase, glutathione and catalase, but
also important anti-inflammatory proteins
and detoxification genes. These protective
pathways are involved in many areas of

health, ranging from immune function to
tissue repair to cognitive function. These
areas share the Nrf2 regulation, which
allows cells to protect themselves from both
internal and external challenges. Thus, Nrf2
activation allows our cells to help themselves minimize damage. Nrf2 induction
has been shown to affect gene expression
in hundreds of genes linked to superior
health of the heart, colon and brain. These
scientific findings suggest our cells have
the genetic capability needed to maintain
oxidative balance, promote health, and slow
the aging process, as long as the cells are
able to properly activate the Nrf2 pathway.
There are many natural Nrf2 activators.
Exercise will activate the Nrf2 pathway.
Intermittent fasting will also cause activation of Nrf2 and survival genes. Many
foods cause Nrf2 activation, such as blueberries, tea, coffee, broccoli, cabbage,
wasabi, Brussels sprouts and onions. A
number of spices and herbs activate Nrf2,
including milk thistle, bacopa, ashwaganda, green tea, turmeric, black pepper
and pine bark.
Many scientists believe that activation

of Nrf2 pathways is the future of cellular
protection and health promotion. Shawn
Talbott, Ph.D. (Nutritional Biochemistry),
for the past several years, has been focusing his research and writing on the concept
of psychological vigor, defined as a threetiered mood state characterized by physical energy, mental acuity and emotional
well-being. His writing indicates he feels
that the management of oxidative stress by
natural Nrf2 activation is vitally important
in improving vigor and helping us reach
our peak potential.
Tracy Bretl, D.O., graduated from
Des Moines Universitys College of
Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in
1989. She then spent three years in
the United States Navy. Dr. Bretl is
board certified in neuromusculoskeletal medicine
and osteopathic manipulative medicine (NMM/
OMM). She has been in private practice specializing
in NMM/OMM since 1992. For more information,
visit http://tracybretldo.com or call 414-351-1844.
References: Deadly Antioxidants. Shawn Talbott,
Ph.D. 2014.
Free Radicals: How They Speed the Aging
Process. David Perlmutter, M.D. Huffington Post.
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Protect
yourself with
glutathione
Now is the time to start
supplementing!

By Terry Lemerond
lutathione is the master antioxidant that affects everything in your health whether its how your body reacts
to a meal of junk food or whether or not you wind up
with Parkinsons disease or cancer.
Although our bodies naturally synthesize glutathione from
glycine, cysteine and glutamic acid, levels tend to drop off with
age sometimes dramatically exactly when we need it the
most. Of course, exposure to toxins, liver damage, illness and
genetics can disrupt and impact glutathione production as well.
But without glutathione, you cant make enough white blood cells
to fight off invaders, so it is absolutely essential.
Glutathione also neutralizes harmful toxins, stops free radical
damage to your DNA and helps preserve the caps on the end of
your chromosomes called telomeres. Telomeres help keep that
important strand of DNA from unraveling, much in the way the
hard end keeps shoelaces from fraying. And there is a definite link
between telomere length and longevity.
that intravenously administered glutathione dramatically reduced

nerve damage in patients being treated with certain kinds of
chemotherapy that cause neurotoxicity. Not only did glutathione
exert a neuroprotective effect, it reduced the nerve-damaging
oxidative stress caused by chemotherapy.
Glutathione has become a standard practice in the complementary treatment of tick-borne Lyme disease caused by the Borrelia
burgdorferi bacteria. Glutathione is crucial to reduce the damage
of the disease, since the bodys own levels are often depleted with
the effort of fighting off the bacteria. In fact, Polish researchers
found that patients using antibiotics to treat the skin lesion phase
of the disease still had heavy free radical activity.
Research with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients in Italy showed
a strong correlation between inflammation, oxidative stress and
lowered glutathione levels in the bloodstream. In fact, a clinical
study in Jordan found that patients with RA showed a 50 percent
depletion of reduced glutathione compared to healthy controls.
Glutathione and disease
Boost your glutathione levels easily
Glutathione protects disease-fighting lymphocytes from oxidative damage, allowing them to destroy undesirable cells, including cancer cells. Additionally, studies suggest that boosting glutathione levels can enhance your immune systems ability to tackle
infectious invaders and provide other astounding benefits.
As early as 1996, an Italian study found that after only 30 days
of treatment with reduced glutathione, the progression of Parkinsons disease was reduced and the symptoms were improved by 42
percent. The challenge was that glutathione could only be given
intravenously, which put a great limit on its daily therapeutic use
at the time.
Glutathione may also help those actively being treated for
certain types of cancer. In a 2008 study, Japanese doctors found
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So why hasnt everyone rushed out and started taking glutathione? Because theres a catch. Often, integrative practitioners use
intravenous (IV) glutathione, sometimes at the cost of thousands
of dollars. And, many oral supplemental forms of glutathione
become oxidized in the body by the digestive process. Even enteric
coating doesnt help, because the problem isnt acid exposure
any exposure in the stomach and intestines is the problem. And
oxidized glutathione not only becomes useless to fighting disease,
but actually adds to the free radical burden youre trying to avoid.
Rather than oxidized glutathione, what you really want is active
glutathione, otherwise known as reduced glutathione.
Fortunately, French research scientists have developed a way to
enhance glutathiones bioavailability in a supplemental form. This
patented process combines glutathione with protective antioxidants

to create a slow-melt tablet that dissolves under the tongue. Since
the tissues beneath your tongue are rich in capillaries that transport
the glutathione directly into your blood stream as the tablet melts,
this unique sublingual supplement bypasses the digestive tract.
In fact, in only 11 days, it increased active glutathione in the
bloodstream by 38 points, while unprotected glutathione actually
reduced the active amount by 40 points a 78-point difference
between the two groups. It also improved glutathione ratios (the
ratio of active glutathione to the oxidized form) by 230 percent
compared to unprotected glutathione.
St.), 414-529-2989.
The time for glutathione is now
Reduced Intravenous Glutathione in the Treatment of Early Parkinsons

Disease. Progress in Neuropsychopharmacol Biological Psychiatry. G. Sechi et al.
There is no other compound quite like glutathione. When you

need a viable option to boost your levels, this latest French development may be the revolutionary answer you need to live a longer
and healthier life.
Terry Lemerond is a natural health pioneer with over 40 years
of experience. He has owned health food stores, founded dietary
supplement companies, formulated over 400 products, and was
the first to introduce glucosamine sulfate, IP-6, standardized
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healthyFINANCES
Faith-based
investing

By Lars M. Lewander
ver the centuries, what we now know as socially responsible investing has emerged from faith-based or valuesbased investing. Followers of Christian, Jewish and
Islamic faiths, as well as many indigenous cultures, have carefully
considered the impact of their financial decisions on future generations, the environment and other human beings.
Today, numerous organizations, such as the Interfaith Center on
Corporate Responsibility, serve as watchdogs and use shareholder
activism to promote activities by corporations that support social
responsibility, human rights, environmental justice and other causes.
Every major denomination follows investment principles, so that
investors can put their money where their faith is. Dozens of mutual
funds have emerged that follow the guidelines set by their faith, and
typically screen out stocks of companies that violate the tenets of a
given religion or religious denomination. For example, a Muslim
fund is likely to screen out companies related to pork production, for
example, while a Catholic fund can avoid a maker of contraceptives.
Below is an overview of the primary faith-based investment
principles:
Catholic
Investors with Catholic values often seek to avoid investing in

firms that pay domestic partner benefits to unmarried or samesex couples or support abortion, contraceptives, embryonic stem
cell research, and weapons of mass destruction. They often favor
firms that support human rights, environmental responsibility
and fair employment practices via the support of labor union
organizations. Many Catholic-based mutual funds comply with
the Socially Responsible Investment Guidelines set by the U.S.
Conference of Catholic Bishops. The funds also screen out companies involved with pornography and other adult entertainment.
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Islamic
Islamic law forbids Muslims from investing in companies that charge

interest on loans or that are in debt over a certain threshold, meaning
that most financial-industry stocks and companies with high debt are
off limits. In addition, investors seeking to follow Islamic religious
principles generally seek to avoid so-called sin stocks, such as those
issued by firms that profit from alcohol, pornography or gambling.
Investments in pork-related businesses are also not permitted.
Jewish
Jewish religious teachings are set forth in the Talmud and in terms of
investments, promote diversification. While less formal than some
of the other religions, socially responsible investing is often closely
associated with Jewish investment strategies. Some Jewish investors
also avoid investing in countries that sponsor terror. Other funds
seek to provide the compassionate use of money to foster community development in areas such as affordable housing, small
businesses and community facilities. This mandate is based on the
Dozens of mutual funds

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guidelines set by their faith,
and typically screen out stocks
of companies that violate the
tenets of a given religion or
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Jewish belief in helping the poor. One fund invests exclusively in
Israeli companies traded on Tel Aviv and U.S. markets.
Protestant
Ranging from liberal to conservative, Protestant denominations tend to encourage individuals to make investments based
on broad Christian values, such as social consciousness. They
discourage investments in sin stocks, such as those affiliated
with tobacco, gambling, alcoholic drinks, high-interest lending
or human embryonic cloning. They also seek to avoid firms that
cause environmental damage from greenhouse gasses and businesses that do not engage in fair trade.
Mennonite
According to Linda Gellman, in her article on faith-based investing (Investing as a religious practice) in the Wall Street Journal,
some other faith-based funds will use positive and negative
screens to focus their investment power on enterprises they deem
worthwhile and financially sound. One Mennonite mutual fund
family uses negative screens to avoid investing in companies
involved with abortion, military weapons, tobacco and gambling,
among other issues. These funds also use positive screens to
allocate 5 to 10 percent of their assets toward environmentally
responsible causes, a concern rooted in the belief that human
beings should tend to all of Gods creations.
Other options for putting your money where

your faith is
Many faiths have a practice of tithing, or contributing a certain

percentage of your income to the church or organization to which
you belong. Donations to nonprofit entities, including churches,
offer tax deductions in return for your good deed. Including your
church, synagogue or special cause can also be included when
planning your estate, so that you can transfer your wealth in a
manner that supports your personal religious belief.
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By Carol Michalski
Youve always had the power my dear, you

just had to learn it for yourself. Glinda,

the Good Witch, The Wizard of Oz
she had given her personal power away!

Has this happened to you?
Sometimes we get caught up in the idea
that theres nothing we can do, but this is
not true. Just because there are challenges
and limitations, it doesnt mean we are
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Some people see themselves in the
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climb into that drivers seat and take your
few weeks ago I had a conversation

with a client who was floundering under an avalanche of work.
Although she is an upper level manager,
with authority and a budget at her disposal,
she reported feeling helpless. I asked her,
What stops you from using your power?
She was shocked speechless! She began to
recognize that somewhere along the line,
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personal power back. The first step is

recognizing how you are giving it away.
Lets take a look!
The way that we talk to

ourselves
Do you recognize some of the statements

below? If so, you are giving away your
personal power just by the way you talk to
yourself!
They never let me
Jim was doing it so
I never get to do what I want to do.
I cant do it.
Its not fair.
If you hear yourself saying one or all of
these things, ask yourself, Is this really
true? For example, lets imagine you catch
yourself saying, They never let me do it
the way I think it should be done. Now
ask yourself whether this statement is true.
Have you ever presented a plan? Have you
put your idea forward? Have you tried to
demonstrate your knowledge, skills and
effectiveness to those who would ultimately OK the idea?
To regain personal power, it is imperative that we change the way we talk to
ourselves and focus on what we can do!
The way we choose to

perceive things
Do you ever view things in this way?

You feel like others control your life.
You try to be like others, thinking that
this is the pathway to a better life.
You feel someone is holding you back
from reaching your full potential.
You believe you lack the support to be
successful.
If you have any of these perceptions, ask

yourself if the perception is true or merely
a point of view. We choose how we perceive
the world. There are many alternative world
views for any event good, bad or indifferent! Choose to see each event as an opportunity and the world will open up for you.
Inaction
You always wait for directions.

You dont set any personal goals.
You give up if you are not immediately
good at something.
You resist change.
If you are waiting for someone your

spouse, significant other, boss, teacher,
etc. to hand you the ticket to success,
its going to be a long wait. Get into that
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The need to always be

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Seek to be strong and nice. It is not an

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their personal power. Endeavoring to keep
everyone happy in your world is an exercise in futility, frustration and exhaustion.
Besides that, it never works!
Its not your job to make people happy;
its your job to be you not the person
others want you to be, but your authentic
self. One who has clarity about your own
values. One who is willing to accept that
not everyone will like you, or agree with
you, and thats OK. That is claiming your
personal power!
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healthyEATING
Garden pizza

By Emily Niesen
Homemade pizza is great any time of the

year, but its cheaper and more flavorful
when you can use ingredients from your
garden, a friends garden or the farmers
market! Change up the ingredients so that
everyone will enjoy. Make each third of the
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What you need
Favorite pizza crust: homemade or favorite healthy storebought. Recommended dough: Willy Street Co-op, Whole
Foods and Piggly Wiggly. Feeling creative? Try a flax, cauliflower or cornmeal crust.
Sauce
One jar of tomato sauce (or make your own using garden
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One garlic, minced
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teaspoon each of dried marjoram, dried basil, dried
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Pizza toppings
cup red onion, sliced
3 cups baby spinach
6 ounces mushrooms, sliced
cup feta cheese
Other suggested topping combinations: asparagus and mushroom; chicken, pesto and roma tomato; Canadian bacon and
pineapple; bell pepper and sweet corn. You name it!
What to do
For sauce: Over high heat, combine all ingredients in a small

saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered
until flavors are blended, about 10 minutes. If making homemade
sauce, just cook fresh tomatoes with preferred herbs and spices
like basil and garlic. Simmer 30 minutes, blending is optional.
Meanwhile, prepare pizza crust according to package
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Option for toppings: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in saut
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spinach until slightly wilted.
Spread sauce on prebaked crust, top with raw or sauted
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By Kathleen Folz
he orange glow from a pumpkin signals fall is in the

air. When we see the fall harvest of pumpkins we plan
for the jack-o-lanterns that will light our porch and for
the seasonal aroma of a freshly baked pie. The goodness of the
pumpkin is something we can share with our pets too!
Pumpkins are a great source of dietary fiber. According to Dr.
Karen Becker, DVM, this fiber is well-known to be an effective
prebiotic in the gut. A prebiotic is the fiber needed in the gut to
support the good gut flora (probiotics) needed for digestion. Often,
dogs and cats suffering from loose stool may benefit from the addition of pumpkin given in their food. Likewise, the soluble fiber in
pumpkin adds bulk to the stool which may help a pet suffering from
constipation. As always, consult your holistic/integrative veterinarian if problems of diarrhea or constipation persist.
Pumpkins also provide a good source of other vitamins and
minerals, such as vitamins A, E, several B vitamins and potassium. Low in calories, pumpkin may be a helpful addition to a
weight-conscious diet for an overweight pet.
If pumpkin is new to your pets diet, here are some helpful tips
for introducing and serving.
Pumpkin should be baked or boiled and mashed when adding
to your dog or cats diet. Organic canned pumpkin is a quick and
easy addition too. Make sure you are purchasing 100 percent
pumpkin and not pie filling with added sugar and spices.
Introduce pumpkin slowly by offering a teaspoon (or
teaspoon for very small dogs) for the first day and slowly increasing to the desired amount.
Many dogs and cats enjoy pumpkin by itself. If your pet is not
so excited, mix it into your pets food.
If you are using pumpkin to help your overweight dog or cat
feel full, remember to cut back slightly on the amount of your
pets regular food.
Pumpkin may be used in place of peanut butter or other fattening fillers for food-stuffable dog toys. Put mashed or canned
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squeeze pumpkin into the toy and freeze for a long-lasting treat.
Mix pumpkin with plain yogurt and a pinch of cinnamon.
Freeze in small portions for warm weather snacks or serve a
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Dont forget the seeds! Wash and dry the seeds (no salt added
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hh! Can you feel the sensation

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Water: its what we are made of; its a lifesustaining ingredient that is part of every
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near beautiful Port Washington.
Nisleits Country Inn
3704 Highland Drive, Port Washington

262-284-9006
www.nisleitscountryinn.com
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Things to
consider when
choosing a
veterinarian

et owners must make a bevy of decisions regarding their

pets. What to feed their animals, how often to exercise
them and how to curtail certain behaviors are a few of the
more significant decisions facing pet owners every day.
Choosing a veterinarian is another important decision pet
owners must make. But choosing a vet is more than just finding
one close to home. The right veterinarian does more than conduct
checkups, detect illnesses and prescribe medications. A good
veterinarian will make an animal feel comfortable, even during
vet visits that tend to be stressful for pets unaccustomed to offices
and physical examinations. Pet owners who want the best veterinarian for their pets should consider a host of factors before
choosing a vet to treat their animals.
Flexibility
Pet problems do not always happen during working hours on

weekdays. If a pet is not feeling well during the day, it cant call
its owner on the phone and ask to be taken to the vet. As a result,
emergency vet visits are often after working hours when owners
arrive home and discover that their pet is sick. When choosing a
veterinarian, make sure the vets schedule is compatible with your
own, and that the office hours are flexible. This flexibility reduces
the likelihood that you will skip vet visits because they must be
scheduled at times that are inconvenient to your own schedule,
and it also provides you with peace of mind that your vet can be
contacted should an emergency arise.
Breed
Some veterinarians specialize in particular animals. For example,

equine veterinarians work exclusively with horses. But many veterinarians treat a host of animals, including birds, cats, dogs and other
common domesticated pets. However, some veterinarians are
known to be especially effective with certain breeds, even if they

still treat various types of animals. Some vets might specialize in
treating especially exotic breeds of cat, while others might have a
reputation for working especially well with English bulldogs.
Owners of purebred dogs or other less common pets might
want to find a veterinarian with a track record for treating their
particular type of animal. Such vets might be more comfortable
with your pet or more familiar with, and therefore quicker to
recognize, any ailments that might be common to the breed.
Payment options
Veterinary care can be expensive, especially when pets are not

insured. No pet owner wants to find himself in a position where
resources fall short of the money needed to effectively treat a
pet. Many veterinarians will work with pet owners to establish a
payment plan if owners cant pay for treatment upfront. But dont
assume all veterinarians are open to such arrangements.
Before choosing a veterinarian, discuss potential payment
options should the cost of care one day exceed your resources.
This is especially important for owners of exotic pets or purebred
dogs, which tend to encounter more unusual ailments that can be
costly to treat.
Atmosphere
The atmosphere of a veterinary office should be considered as well.

If the atmosphere is hostile or unaccommodating, pets are likely to
stress out when visiting, making it more difficult for vets to do their
job. Look for an atmosphere that aims to put pets at ease. In addition, monitor the interactions between staff and the pets, paying
close attention to how your animal is treated on its visit.
Source: MetroCreative Connection
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communityCALENDAR
Daily (through Oct. 25) 7:30 a.m.-11 a.m.
Downtown West Bend Farmers Market
Brought to you by the Downtown West Bend
Association, the farmers market features over
65 vendors and is one of the largest markets in
southeastern Wisconsin. The market is located
in the heart of downtown West Bend and has
a wide variety of vendors featuring produce,
fruits, meats, eggs, maple syrup, bakery items,
spices, soaps, herbal products, prepared foods
and more. The market also features entertainment weekly. For more information, visit www.
downtownwestbend.com/farmers--market.html.
Friday, Oct. 3 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Couples and Partners Yoga with Layne
Burkette
Come join Layne and her husband at Copper Tree
Wellness Studio for a fun and unique Friday night
event: Couples Yoga! Enhance your connection with
your partner through the bonding practice of yoga!
Absolutely no experience necessary; all levels
welcome and encouraged!
Couples are invited to enjoy yoga poses, stretches, and breaths, along with massage techniques
with their partner. This workshop is designed to
build trust, communication, joy and connection
with your partner, in a fun and sweet way!
Minimum of five couples, maximum of 14 couples. Register and pre-pay to save your spot! Online
payment available (if signing up online, it is only
necessary for one partner to register.) Cost: $40.
Copper Tree Wellness Studio is located at 1364
E. Sumner St., Hartford. Learn more at www.coppertreewellnessstudio.com.
Saturday, Oct. 4 10-11 a.m.
Sound Healing Meditation
Celia Meisel of Celias Sound will facilitate a sound
healing meditation of gratitude to the elementals
from which all life is based: air/space, fire, water,
earth. The meditation will be held at Copper Tree
Wellness Studio. No experience is required.
Participants are welcome to sit for a still meditation, lay down to receive or if inspired feel free to
incorporate a yoga practice of their choosing as
the sound inspires them to. A section of the room
will be reserved for those who wish to practice
moving meditation with free flow yoga. This is
truly an opportunity to let go and welcome in the
sounds our bodies crave!
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
Celias Sound is a multidimensional sound healing
experience specializing in using voice and singing
bowls to infuse healing into people who are experiencing physical, emotional or spiritual suffering.
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Monday, Oct. 6 4:30-5:45 p.m.

Mamma & Baby Yoga and Hike
at Pike Lake
Join Layne Burkette and baby Krue for an amazing adventure in the great outdoors yoga style!
Moms, come with your little ones (0-18 months)
and be ready for a mini Mamma and Baby Boot
Camp of poses and moves using your little loved
one, with hugs and kisses along the way.
We will then take a break and allow you time
to change diapers, use the restroom and strap on
your front or back pack carrier for a hike at Pike!
Layne will guide you along the way with tips on
how to use your core and legs properly, as well as
take a few pit stops to strike a pose.
No experience necessary.
What to bring: Walking shoes, yoga mat or beach
towel, water and any needs for your little one.
Investment in you and your baby: $13 in advance, $15 pay the day of the event (we will only
accept exact cash or check payment).
Location: Pike Lake, main parking lot (beachfront)
to the left of the playground grassy area. You must
have a Pike Lake Pass or pay $7 for a daily pass.
Sunday, Oct. 13 1-5 p.m.
Best of the Basics: Essential Oils
for Pets and Their People
Come learn and sample therapeutic-grade essential oils, which are more than pretty smells: They
can help heal pet and people problems! Presentation handouts provided and everyone will get to
sample the oils discussed in class.
The questions we will answer:
What are essential oils? How are they distilled or
extracted from plants?
What is the difference between cosmetic and
therapeutic-grade oils?
How are they used aromatically, topically and
internally?
Which are most common and why should they
be added to your everyday life?
How can you use oils to effectively gain their
healing benefits?
Which oils are safe for your pets and how do
you dilute them?
What practical home remedies and recipes are
the experts using for people and pet problems?
Cost: $10, includes class notes. Please RSVP by
calling 414-698-6251. The class will be taught by
Lindsay Mercen, L.Ac. Location: Animal Doctor
Holistic Veterinary Complex, S73 W16790 Janesville Road, Muskego.
Tuesdays, Oct. 14 through Nov. 4 4-5 p.m.
Middle School Aged Yoga & Zen
Doodling with Hilary Lenz
The Copper Tree Wellness Studios middle school
aged yoga program is perfect for your 11- to
15-year-old who is looking for an activity to
connect with other like-minded young growing
adults who want to be active, social and also cultivate a good foundation of self-confidence and
connection to life itself!
No experience required, only an open mind and
a willing body to move and breathe in a way that
is both calming and encouraging to all bodies
and all walks of life.
Some benefits to yoga for the tween-ager:
Lowers blood sugar (important when type 2 diabetes is on the rise)
Helps regulate sleep patterns
Teaches good stress management and coping
skills
Teaches the difference between self-centeredness and self-acceptance
Offers a great physical activity
Quiets the busy mind
Requires no technology
Teaches community
Helps students discover how to properly breathe
Teaches students not to harm the self or others
Helps cultivate self-confidence, inner strength
and beauty
Since mental health disorders commonly develop
in the teenage years, Yoga may serve a preventive role in adolescent mental health, according
to the new study, led by Jessica Noggle, Ph.D., of
Brigham and Womens Hospital, Harvard Medical
School, Boston.
Wednesday, Oct. 15 7-8:30 p.m.
Workshop: Playing Hide-And-Seek In
Two Worlds (Duality & Oneness)
It looks like humanity has mastered living in duality. We may not quite understand all its patterns but we certainly recognize when playing
the game of right and wrong, up and down and
good and bad. It would help to bring into the
light of day the patterns still hiding that bring
lifes problems. Many people are seeking to live
from and demonstrate what it is to function day
after day by knowing some basic oneness patterns. Register today to give yourself another
layer of understanding of the worlds of duality
and oneness. This workshop is designed to play
the game of Hide and Seek from a mental and
spiritual direction by lifting your understanding to
a new level. Call 262-781-5300 to register. Well
see you at 13745 W. Capitol Drive at the Institute
of Self Awareness.
Select weekends, Oct. 17, 2014 through
May 2, 2015
200-Hour Core Functional Fitness Yoga
Teacher Training with Hope Zvara
Core Functional Fitness by Hope Zvara Yoga
Teacher Training will fill your cup with an abundance of knowledge not just in asana, but what
many are not teaching, the hows and whys:
how the body moves, why you are doing what

you are doing in each pose and what you are really looking at. Hope stresses teaching people,
not teaching poses. You wont learn routines in
this training, you will learn how to actually assess
real students and teach real bodies, poses, moves
and methods that really work: an approach that
people can actually take and make their lives
easier to live.
Times: Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 8 a.m. to
5 p.m.; Sundays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dates:
Friday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 19
Friday, Nov. 14 through Sunday, Nov. 16
Friday, Dec. 5 through Sunday, Dec. 7
Friday, Jan. 2, 2015 through Sunday, Jan. 4,
2015
Friday, Jan. 30 through Sunday, Feb. 1
Friday, March 6 through Sunday, March 8
Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29
Friday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26
Testing day: Saturday, May 2.
Space is limited. This program only takes a small
number of people, so apply early!
Investment in yourself: $3,300, payment plans
available.
Location: Copper Tree Wellness Studio, 1364 E.
Sumner St., Hartford. Learn more at www.coppertreewellnessstudio.com.
Friday, Oct. 17 Public talk: 7-9 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19
Seminar and meditation practice:
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Path of Love & Light: A Weekend
with Pir Zia Inayat-Khan
In addition to a body and a mind, every human
being possesses a heart and a soul. Yet while the
body and mind are valued in todays world, the
cultivation of the heart and soul is a mostly forgotten art. At this gathering, using age-old Sufi
methods and meditation practices, we will turn
within to rediscover the hidden capacities of our
hearts and souls.
Location: Holy Wisdom Monastery, 4200 County
Road M in Middleton. Cost: $225 for the entire
weekend; $120 for one day; $20 for Friday evening.
Register online at madisonsufis.com. Call 608338-0709 with any questions.
Pir Zia is the spiritual leader of the mystical and
ecumenical fellowship of the Sufi Order International, continuing his grandfathers legacy of catalyzing authentic spiritual development. Pir Zia is
a steward of sacred ecology and holds a doctoral
degree from Duke University.
Saturday, Oct. 18 5 p.m.
Fall Festival and Open House at the
Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary
Complex
The Animal Doctors very own Red Queen (played
by Dr. Jodie) would like to welcome you to join
us for a waltz through Wonderland! Come experience the very first Animal Doctor Fall Festival!
Enjoy games for the whole family (pets included),
costume contests for all ages and species, great
food, an outdoor DJ, a decorated pumpkin contest and wonderful company.
Come take your photo with the Red Queen, Alice, the Cheshire Cat and more! For more info and
tantalizing sneak peeks at the fun to come, follow
the Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary Complex on
Facebook and watch for weekly emails.
Tuesdays, Nov. 11 through Dec. 2 4-5 p.m.
Middle School Aged Yoga & Zen
Doodling with Hilary Lenz
The Copper Tree Wellness Studios middle school
aged yoga program is perfect for your 11- to
15-year-old who is looking for an activity to
connect with other like-minded young growing
adults who want to be active, social and also cultivate a good foundation of self-confidence and
connection to life itself!
No experience required, only an open mind and
a willing body to move and breathe in a way that
is both calming and encouraging to all bodies
and all walks of life.
Some benefits to yoga for the tween-ager:
Lowers blood sugar (important when type 2 diabetes is on the rise)
Helps regulate sleep patterns
Teaches good stress management and coping
skills
Teaches the difference between self-centeredness and self-acceptance
Offers a great physical activity
Quiets the busy mind
Requires no technology
Teaches community
Helps students discover how to properly breathe
Teaches students not to harm the self or others
Helps cultivate self-confidence, inner strength
and beauty
Since mental health disorders commonly develop
in the teenage years, Yoga may serve a preventive role in adolescent mental health, according
to the new study, led by Jessica Noggle, Ph.D., of
Brigham and Womens Hospital, Harvard Medical
School, Boston.
Saturday, Nov. 15 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wellness and Metaphysical Fair
The best readers in the Midwest await you! Attend a wide variety of workshops and visit vendors with one-of-a-kind items.
Location: The Atrium, 6169 B Industrial Court,
Greendale. For more information, visit spiritualenlightenment.me.
Sunday, Nov. 17 1-5 p.m.

Best of the Basics: Essential Oils for
Pets and Their People
Come learn and sample therapeutic-grade essential oils, which are more than pretty smells: They
can help heal pet and people problems! Presentation handouts provided and everyone will get to
sample the oils discussed in class.
The questions we will answer:
What are essential oils? How are they distilled or
extracted from plants?
What is the difference between cosmetic and
therapeutic-grade oils?
How are they used aromatically, topically and
internally?
Which are most common and why should they
be added to your everyday life?
How can you use oils to effectively gain their
healing benefits?
Which oils are safe for your pets and how do
you dilute them?
What practical home remedies and recipes are
the experts using for people and pet problems?
Cost: $10, includes class notes. Please RSVP by
calling 414-698-6251. The class will be taught by
Lindsay Mercen, L.Ac. Location: Animal Doctor
Holistic Veterinary Complex, S73 W16790 Janesville Road, Muskego.
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Active Body Wellness 9
Animal Doctor 8
Bark N Scratch Outpost 37
Be Green Lawn Care 41
Carol Michalski, MSW, LCSW, Life Coach 36
Copper Tree Yoga Studio 11
Dr. Tracy Bretl, D.O., S.C. 30
Erickson Family Chiropractic 28
Green Design Center 41
Health Centered Biomimetic Dentistry 21
Health Hut 33
Institute of Self Awareness 11
Integrative Dental Solutions 2
Jill E. Greinke, Holistic Psychotherapist
& Transformational Consultant 20
Kim Hall 42
Live Essential 37
McCann Chiropractic 24
MP Possibilities 15
Nancy K. Matecki, RN, BSN & FAACE 39
Natural Expressions Bakery 19
Nisleits Country Inn 50
Northwoods Casket Company 14, 40
Oliviva Inc./Oliviva House 52
Orion Consulting, LLC 40
Reaching Treetops Yoga 30
Serenity Health Care, S.C. 50
Specialized Therapy Services 50
Spring Water Asset Management 35
The Sacred Bond Center 25
TriCare Massage 22
Tsang Acupuncture & Wellness Center 14
Weeds 9
COMMUNITY
partners
ACUPUNCTURE &
CHINESE MEDICINE
CHIROPRACTIC
Tsang Acupuncture & Wellness Center

909 W. Mequon Road, Mequon
262-821-2825
TsangAcupuncture.com
McCann Chiropractic
17585 W. North Ave., Suite 130, Brookfield
262-782-9700
www.facebook.com/McCannChiropractic
www.mccannchiropractic.com
Tsang Acupuncture & Wellness

Center is helmed by Sean Tsang, a
third-generation Chinese acupuncture and herbal medicine
practitioner. Sean Tsang specializes in pain management, seasonal allergies, digestive issues, hormonal imbalance and infertility. His
clinical approach is results-oriented and wellnesscentered. The clinic is conveniently located in a
natural setting in Mequon.
Dr. Kate and Dr.

Pat specialize in
whole family care.
We are proud and excited about staying on the
leading edge of chiropractic by offering Torque
Release Technique and COREscore. Our magnificent team focuses on insuring that each practice member feels loved and supported in their
journey to creating better health and wellness.
We strive to exceed your expectations!
ACUPUNCTURE COLLEGE
CHIROPRACTIC/BODYWORK
Midwest College of Oriental Medicine

Racine Campus 6232 Bankers Road, Racine
Chicago Campus 4334 N. Hazel Ave., Chicago
800-593-2320
acupuncture.edu
Erickson Family Chiropractic

Amber Erickson, DC, MEBW
2998 Beechwood Industrial Court, Hubertus
262-628-8535
ericksonchiro@yahoo.com
www.ericksonchiros.com
The Midwest College of Oriental Medicine (MCOM) has been providing the
finest education in acupuncture and
Oriental medicine since 1978. Become
certified in the field of acupuncture or
earn your combined Master of Science degree in
Oriental medicine (acupuncture and Chinese
herbs) with a Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition (TCM focus). Financial aid is available to those
who qualify. We also have four clinics situated
amongst our two campuses in Wisconsin and
Illinois. Call us to schedule an appointment for
treatment or to learn more about our programs!
MCOM is approved by the Wisconsin Educational Approval Board and Illinois Board of Higher
Education. Acupuncture & Oriental medicine programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission
for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, an agency
approved by the U.S. secretary of education.
We have extensive training in chiropractic and bodywork techniques for

adults and children. We offer all
forms of chiropractic care, as well as
supporting techniques utilizing physical therapy. Dr. Amber has gotten successful results with soft tissue techniques that are effective
for treating muscle tightness, for the elimination
of scar tissue and to increase range of motion.
She uses kinesiology taping to increase proprioception and circulation, as well as muscle and
neurological re-education. Dr. Amber also treats
animals, including horses and dogs.
Find out more information on

advertising your business in the
Natures Pathways
Community Partners Directory.
The Madison Sufis present these simple, uplifting and mindful dances inspired by the worlds
spiritual traditions. Done in a circle, the dances
incorporate music, sacred phrases, breath and
meditation. All are taught the first and third Fridays of each month, 7-9 p.m. Location varies,
Contact: 877-479-7209
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DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE

Madison Sufis
608-338-0709
madisonsufis.org
Support our local

businesses in the
healthy living industry!
please see website or call for more info. Classes

on Sufism also available.
DENTISTRY
Health Centered Biomimetic Dentistry
Bryan Schwartz DDS
Steve Carini DDS
222 N. Franklin St., Port Washington
262-284-2662
drbryanschwartz.com
Drs. Schwartz and Carini specialize in biomimetic
dentistry, otherwise known as tooth conserving
dentistry. They fix it right the first time, providing their clients with long-lasting dentistry. Their
office is committed to informing, educating and
supporting each client, empowering them to
be their own health-care advocate. High-quality
holistic dental care for you and your family. They
welcome you!
Integrative Dental Solutions
N35 W23770 Capitol Drive, Pewaukee
Office: 262-691-4555 Fax: 262-691-4579
www.WiNaturalDentist.com
Biological or holistic dentistry is different from conventional dentistry in that
it recognizes the importance of a healthy mouth
in achieving optimal overall health. Our office understands that every patient has specific needs.
Drs. Mahn and Shetty will even be happy to work
with your health-care practitioner to help you
reach your goals.
ESSENTIAL OILS
Live Essential
920-574-6624
yourempoweredfamily@gmail.com
yourempoweredfamily.com
At yourempoweredfamily.com, our mission is to
empower moms, dads and individuals to take
control of their own and their familys health in
a safe and natural way. We do so by providing
the tools and knowledge to find simple, natural
alternatives to be healthy inside and out.
COMMUNITY
partners
FINANCE
Spring Water Asset Management
11431 N. Port Washington Road, Suite 201,
Mequon
262-240-9680 or 888-964-7011
Mail@SpringWaterAssetManagement.com
www.SpringWaterAssetManagement.com
Spring Water Asset Management was created out of a desire
to invest in companies that are
doing well and supporting communities, the environment and the people they serve. We specialize in socially responsible investing (SRI) that considers environmental, social and corporate
governance criteria in addition to standard financial analysis.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Northwoods Casket Company
109 N. Lincoln Ave., Beaver Dam
www.NorthwoodsCasket.com
The Northwoods Casket Company plants
100 trees for every casket they build. Founders Jonas and Julie Zahn are
committed to plant 10 million trees in their lifetimes. All Northwoods caskets are handcrafted
in Wisconsin from locally grown and sustainably
harvested woods. Caskets are finished with environmentally safe milk paints and natural oil finishes. The company delivers caskets to every funeral home in Wisconsin. Their casket and
furniture gallery is located at 109 N. Lincoln Ave.
in Beaver Dam and displays a wide range of burial and cremation caskets and urns as well as art,
furniture, eco-friendly milk paints, and natural oil
finishes for sale. Wisconsin families can rest assured that, when the time comes, a handcrafted
casket provided by Northwoods Casket Co. will
help in their mission to create skilled jobs in Wisconsin, bring craft back to casket-building, enhance personalization in funeral service, and of
course, leave a natural legacy by planting lots and
lots of trees.
GOURMET, ARTISAN &

SPECIALTY PRODUCTS
Oliviva Inc./Oliviva House
480-719-4546, ext. 12
contact@olivivainc.com
www.olivivain.com
Oliviva House, a division of Oliviva
Inc. is the retail end of gourmet, exclusive premium specialty foods from
our international and U.S. friends.
They offer exclusive premium quality
extra virgin olive oil from Tunisia, balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy and Wisconsinmade favorites: raw, unprocessed local honey,
handmade signature soaps, and spices and teas.
Culinary Infusions of Munch and Learn classes,
where students will learn how to infuse olive oil,

prepare dishes and learn about the various health
values of the products are also available.
GRIEF RECOVERY COACHING

Orion Consulting LLC
Robert Matuszak, author of A Mans Grief
Toolbox, My Journey from Loss to Peace,
certified grief recovery coach, speaker and
consultant
2505 S. Calhoun Road, #207, New Berlin
262-787-1969
Robert@man2mangriefcoach.com
www.man2mangriefcoach.com
Formerly known as Windhorse Coaching LLC.
Orion Consulting LLC: Coaching adults from
traumatic loss, PTSD, suicide and sexual abuse to
recovery and peace.
My mission is to use grief tools to coach adults,
especially men, to recovery and peace from traumatic events such as PTSD and unexpected loss.
Having experienced several deeply traumatic
losses, such as my wifes death from breast cancer, Vietnam War losses and others, I developed
grief tools and a process called 5 Steps to Heal
Loss. Through my recovery coaching techniques
and over 15 years coaching experience, you can
reclaim your peace of mind and find relief from
your loss.
HEALTH CARE CENTER

Serenity Health Care Center
2607 N. Grandview Blvd., Waukesha
262-522-8640
www.serenityhealthcarecenter.com
Serenity Health Care Center offers
highly effective alternative healing
solutions for those seeking natural
and integrative treatment. It is important to us as practitioners to create partnerships with our patients, so that we help their
bodies heal themselves. We specialize in the
treatment of hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue and
hormonal imbalances using bioidentical hormone
replacement therapy. Some of our other main offerings include environmental medicine, family
practice, pediatrics, internal medicine, functional
medicine and more. Request an appointment or
consultation today!

Natures Pathways
Contact: 877-479-7209
HEALTH FOOD STORES

Health Hut
19035 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield
262-821-2122
2225 S. 108th St., West Allis
414-545-8844
5610 S. 108th St., Hales Corners
414-529-2989
www.healthhut-wi.com
Health Hut is a locally
owned and operated
group of natural food
stores in the Milwaukee area. The three locations
offer a full selection of natural and organic food,
including fresh organic produce, drug-free meats,
and wheat-free and gluten-free options, beauty
aids, pet foods and the largest selection of quality
nutritional supplements in southeastern Wisconsin. Health Hut always your best value!
HEALTHY HOME GOODS

Green Design Center
2201 Badger Court, Waukesha
262-446-6702
2624 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee
262-241-8068
www.thegreendesigncenter.com
GDC has many products that will
not only make your home a more
environmentally
friendly
and
healthy place, but also show your
knack for design and style. Our staff is ready to
assist you in choosing the right materials for each
room, offer design consultation, provide detailed
information for each products sourcing and ingredients, and explain steps to take when applying
these unique products.
HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Jill E. Greinke MSW, LCSW, SAC
Holistic Psychotherapist, Transformational
Coach and Consultant
1-877-614-4541 or 414-839-1345
support@jillegreinke.com
www.jillegreinke.com
It is my mission to help you
transform your life so you can
live one that is balanced on purpose and joyful. I
utilize holistic tools, helping you through counseling, coaching and consultation to release anything blocking you from living your authentic life.
COMMUNITY
partners
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LACTATION CONSULTANT
Nancy K. Matecki, RN, BSN & FACCE
414-828-4823
nancykmatecki@yahoo.com
Serving southeast Wisconsin, Nancy Matecki offers home visits to help you get the best start in
breastfeeding for you and your baby. Nancy is certified through Lamaze International.
LAWN SERVICES
Be Green Lawn Care, LLC
P.O. Box 180092, Delafield
262-361-4034
beres@begreenlawncare.org
Be Green Lawn Care, LLC
Earth Friendly Lawn Care Solutions: Full service, holistic and
sustainable lawn care practices, products and services. Diligently working to bring awareness and
encourage a movement to shift how lawn service
is practiced. Maintaining a beautiful, thick, green,
healthy lawn is possible and available using products and techniques that are safer for people and
pets, while reducing environmental impact and
chemical usage.
LIFE COACHING &

HAND ANALYSIS
MP Possibilities Coaching
Kathy Clegg, MA, CDC, IASHA certified
262-224-0774
mppossibilities@gmail.com
MPP is a transformational coaching business that
aligns people to live on purpose. Kathy uses hand
analysis and its life purpose/life lesson blueprint to
decode fingerprints and map ones course for life
success. As a coach, counselor, speaker and workshop leader, Kathy specializes in helping people
shift their thinking, step outside the box and align
to their purpose with More Powerful Possibilities
for happiness and fulfillment.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Active Body Wellness
10620 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon
414-721-6942
www.activebodywellness.massagetherapy.com
Active Body Wellness offers holistic pain relief
through several different
types of massage. These include Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, hot and cold stone
massage, therapeutic massage, Muscle Release
Therapy and craniosacral therapy. Our goal is to
have you pain-free in as short a time as possible
through soft-tissue manipulation.
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TriCare Massage, Nutrition & Coaching

Elizabeth Bart, MS, LMT, Nutritionist
1516 W. Mequon Road, Mequon
262-332-0532
www.tricaremassage.com
TriCare Massage
Overcome obstacles! TriCare
Nutrition & Coaching incorporates massage thera-
py, nutritional management and coaching to help

you overcome the obstacles in your life. Our integrative approach to your health and well-being
starts with a holistic review of your health history,
nutrition, exercise and alternative care experiences, which then helps us create an individualized
personal well-being plan that will work for you.
Call today so we can get started!
OSTEOPATHIC MANIPULATION
Tracy Bretl, D.O., S.C.
6793 N. Green Bay Ave., Glendale
414-351-1844
www.tracybretldo.com
Dr. Bretl specializes in Osteopathic Ma-
O nipulative Medicine for the treatment of
musculoskeletal pain. She uses a combination of myofascial release and cranial

osteopathy to facilitate the patients body
in restoring the normal relationships between
structures. This allows for a reduction in spasm
and inflammation which reduces pain.
PERSONAL & BUSINESS

COACHING
The Sacred Bond Center
Richard W. Hanhardt, MS, MBA, BCSLC
Executive Director
11430 W. Bluemound Road, Suite 104,
Wauwatosa
262-794-2318
www.sacredbond.net
Health is most often focused on
the body, but there is a growing
realization that issues that include depression, anger, anxiety
and fear may destroy our efforts
toward physical health. Many require a nontraditional approach that focuses on proven techniques rarely employed in traditional psychotherapy. Our mission is to provide these special
approaches to complete health.
PET STORE
Bark N Scratch Outpost
5835 W. Bluemound Road, Milwaukee
414-444-4110
www.milwaukeepetfood.com
Bark N Scratch Outpost provides
healthy and natural pet foods, supplements, treats, essential oils, toys
and more. Our friendly staff participates in ongoing learning, and we hold seminars
to share information. We are available seven days

a week to help you make appropriate choices for
your dog or cat, and for select small mammals.
We think outside the bag!
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Specialized Therapy Services
2711 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee
414-778-1341
www.specializedtherapyservices.com
Since 2000, Dave Vollmers has been
specializing in Myofascial Release, a
hands-on approach used to treat the
fascial (soft tissue) system. Myofascial
Release treatment involves applying sustained gentle pressure and movement into the fascia in order
to eliminate restrictions that may create pain or
malfunction throughout the body, sometimes with
bizarre side effects and seemingly unrelated symptoms that do not always follow the pathway of
nerves. Specialized Therapy Services is the oldest
exclusive Myofascial Release clinic in Milwaukee.
RESTAURANT, BANQUETS
& CATERING
Nisleits Country Inn
3704 Highland Drive, Port Washington
262-284-9006
Welcome to Nisleits Country Inn, located in Port Washington!
Nisleits is a family-owned and operated restaurant that has been in business since
1981. Nisleits proudly serves fresh, healthy entrees and specializes in prime rib, which is served
daily. The restaurant can host weddings, parties,
private group gatherings and family dinners. It has
a full bar and also caters all types of events.
SPECIALTY GOODS
Cedar Creek Pottery
N70W6340 Bridge Road, Cedarburg
262-375-1226
cedarcreekpottery.com
Cedarburgs oldest pottery shop (est.
1978) features an array of Wisconsin
pottery, including the work of wellknown local potters, Dave Eitel and
Andee Warren. Functional and beautiful pottery created by some of the nations finest
ceramic artists is complemented by an outstanding selection of fine American crafts. Handmade
in the USA the perfect gift!

Natures Pathways
Contact: 877-479-7209
Two eco-conscious stores in historic downtown

Cedarburg, providing responsible shopping options.
Lillies Fairly traded, earthfriendly, meaningful goods.
Handmade unique products with
a cause; every purchase has a
story. Organic, sustainable, natural fiber clothing,
jewelry, accessories and gifts.
Weeds Green goods for
home and garden. Many locally
sourced, recycled, repurposed,
reusable, renewable, innovative products to promote a healthy, natural lifestyle, including 120plus loose leaf teas and teaware, organic spices
and herbs, essential oils, natural bath and body
products and much more!
Green Living Goods for Home & Garden
SPECIALTY SCHOOL
FOR SELF-CHANGE
Institute of Self Awareness
13745 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield
262-781-5300
www.iselfawareness.org
ISA is a nonprofit specialty school
for transformation, serving as a
gateway to personal well-being,
self-mastery and spiritual insights. ISAs lifechanging lessons show how to go beyond being
subject to endless attachments, worries and taking things too personally. In the new awareness,
one gains a sense of oneness, a naturalness and a
touch of peace.
VETERINARY SERVICES
Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary Complex
S73 W16790 Janesville Road, Muskego
414-422-1300
www.AnimalDoctorHolistic.com
Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary Complex is staffed by pet
lovers who are highly skilled in
delivering unique health care to patients whose
guardians appreciate the importance of addressing the mind, body and spirit in the quest for
quality and longevity of life. Our mission promotes the prevention and treatment of disease
through integrated conventional and natural
means for pets and their people, influencing a
pets entire being in a complete and positive manner. Experienced doctors utilize natural nutrition,
titre testing, Western and Chinese herbals, essential oils and acupuncture to address individual
patient needs.
Inspire 2 Succeed
504-407-1Kim
www.1KimHall.com
Inspire 2 Succeed is the best source for women
ready to show up, live up and stand up at their best
in life. Womens 7 Directions for Success series, individual sessions and customized sessions are available on a first come, first served basis. A supportive
group that educates and activates women to succeed and show themselves how to create a better
and just world for all. Discover your peace, purpose
and love through experiential practices available in
group, one-on-one and online sessions.
YOGA
Reaching Treetops Yoga
Alyssa Konda, RYT
Badger Health Center
S31W24757 Sunset Drive, Waukesha
The Fitness & Wellness COOP
2442 N. Grandview Blvd., Waukesha
262-501-1572
reachingtreetopsyoga@gmail.com
www.reachingtreetopsyoga.com
Reaching Treetops Yoga is the
first studio to offer Aerial yoga
classes in Wisconsin. This invigorating style of yoga is taught
by certified and qualified instructors that also offer hatha, chair, vinyasa and
restorative styles of yoga. Every Saturday, enjoy
Community Yoga for only $3! For an overall
mind-body experience, enjoy Zumba, R.I.P.P.E.D.
and tai chi. Nutrition coaching and holistic wellness services are also offered on site. The entire
staff is passionate about not only the services
they provide, but also the community having an
achievable approach to wellness.
YOGA INSTRUCTION
Copper Tree Yoga Studio
and Wellness Center
1364 E Sumner St., Hartford
262-670-6688
www.coppertreewellnessstudio.com
When you come to
Copper Tree, you become part of the
family! We have taken the beauty of yoga and its
amazing traditions, philosophy and spiritual essence and intertwined it with new research, functionality and everyday modern living. We understand the integration of real life experience on
the mat. We are known for our individual attention
in a group atmosphere where everybody matters.
COMMUNITY
partners
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262-377-0999
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Lillies
W62N553 Washington Ave., Cedarburg
262-377-7047
www.lilliesgoods.com
Family owned
restaurant in
business for over
thirty years
Awarded certificate of excellence
from TripAdvisor in 2014
Fresh healthy entrees
Catering for any event or party
Banquet room for weddings,
private parties and family dinners
Highly effective alternative healing

solutions for those seeking natural
and integrative treatment
Prime Rib served daily

3704 Highland Drive Port Washington, WI
262-284-9006 http://foodspot.com/Nisleits
SPECIALIZED
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By integrating diet and nutrition,

medical treatments, massage
therapy, and the energy therapies
of reiki, craniosacral and shamanic
healing, we help our patients achieve
longstanding health, physical
well-being and mental stamina.
$20.00 off sports physicals

with Kim Moreland
Comprehensive
Myofascial
Release Programs
Dave Vollmers Licensed Occupational Therapist
Insurance Accepted
2711 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee 414.778.1341
www.specializedtherapyservices.com
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2607 N. Grandview Blvd., Suite 150, Waukesha

262.522.8640
www.serenityhealthcarecenter.com
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2315 N. 124th Street
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Fiddleheads
W62 N605 Washington Avenue
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W61 N397 Washington Avenue
DELAFIELD
Delafield Public Library
500 Genesee Street
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11721 W. Carmen Avenue
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Balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy
Handmade signature soaps made with

olive oil imported from Tunisia
Spices and teas from a local Wisconsin
business in Mequon
... and much more!

Also offering: Culinary Infusions of Munch and Learn Classes, where students
will learn how to infuse olive oil, and eventually other oils, for their culinary
dishes. While learning, they will be able to sample some of the munchies prepared
for the class, and will also learn the various health values of the products.
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