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 8 Personal branding for the average Joe (or Jane)!

 9 Qigong and tai chi
10 Kinesiology taping in chiropractic care
14 Yoga and flying unite in harmony
16 Creating a healthy environment within your home
17 Six tips to save money and preserve your “second skin”
18 The health benefits of olive oil
20 Discussing your pelvic floor
9 Qigong and tai chi 22
25
Living in harmony with the seasons during the year of the snake
Alert: Annoying snoring could indicate serious underlying condition!
28 Get the most out of your massage
31 Volcano mulching kills trees!
33 A specialized therapy that improves whole-body health and performance
35 Choosing appropriate chews for your pet
36 Three powerful ways to “get it started” and be yourself!
38 Stool transplants
41 The importance of meal planning
42 Keeping our bodies healthy with massage
Yoga and flying
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Being your own life coach
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7 reflections from the editor
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reflections
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Jackie Peters
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Summer’s end isn’t all bad.

Despite the fact that time is passing far too fast for many of us, we
have so many great things to look forward to as we enter my favor-
ite season: fall. So, bring on the autumn foliage, the locally grown
apples and pumpkins, the reprieve from bugs, the fabulous game
of football and the comforting warm drinks!
As our outdoor environment goes through its wondrous trans-
formation and our lives return to a somewhat calmer, more struc-
tured flow after summer’s sweet chaos, some of us may be inspired
to make “adaptations” in our own lives. The peaceful, crisp walks
in autumn’s beautiful landscapes tend to encourage reflection and
reconnection with our “selves.” So what better time to explore the
many benefits of self-awareness and authenticity? Practicing this
mindfulness, from what I’m learning on my own personal journey,
can result in happier, healthier and richer lives.
Turning away from our “selves” for a bit now, September is packed
full of health awareness initiatives that deserve our attention. This
month, we focus on: pain, childhood obesity, traumatic brain
injury, alcohol and drug addition recovery, and ovarian cancer, to
name a few. Despite what each of us may be going through person- our bodies and aware of a particular area, the pelvic floor. These
ally, it can be a healthy diversion to have compassion for others are just a few examples of what’s ahead for you this month, so
who are facing similar or worse challenges. Consider reaching out please read on!
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fine organizations that fight for these causes. in nature during this wonderful autumn season and wish you
I’m happy to share this month’s issue with you. Jill Greinke much success with any healthy transformations you may decide
advises us on ways we can get started on our journeys to becoming to make in your lives.
authentic (perfect timing!). Holly Gonwa offers us some healthy In health and happiness,
meal ideas for our families as we get adjusted to a new school year.
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Personal branding
for the average
Joe (or Jane)!
Do you need a brand?
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M
y neighbor retired this summer over time based on your behavior, treat-
after 36 years with the same “… you already have ment of others, appearance, lifestyle,
employer. This used to be a personality, friends and interests, as well
common occurrence, but not today. Now a personal brand, as the quality of your work and the things
this gentleman is definitely the exception
to the rule. It really got me thinking about
whether you know you say. These things combine to create a
clear perception of you by others; a repu-
what it takes today to be successful in a
career and employable throughout your
it or not.” tation, a label, a brand.
Some people may wonder if branding
working life. — a personal brand. Instead of waiting yourself offline, as well as online, is going
The world of work has changed forever. for opportunities to come to you, you can overboard for ordinary people in ordinary
In this new world, there is little or no job attract opportunity by taking control of jobs. Not in today’s world! Not only does
security, so you need to begin to change how you are perceived. your brand affect you in ways you may not
the rules! Rather than being defined by In fact, you already have a personal realize, you may need your online presence
your job or your employer, you need to brand, whether you know it or not. Every- and network to help you find new oppor-
become your own one-person enterprise one does. Your brand has been formed tunities. Your brand can affect you in the
following ways:
• Whether you will be considered for
a promotion, a job opening or other
REINVENTION Carol Michalski, MSW, LCSW
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opportunities.
Life | Work | Relationships • Whether your ideas are respected or
viewed as credible.
• Whether others are willing to help or
I am passionate about working with hinder you.
clients to help them enhance their lives, • The perceived quality of the service or
work performance and relationships. work product you provide.
• Gives you a sense of confidence and
purpose.
WORKING TOGETHER WITH MY CLIENTS TO
CREATE A CUSTOMIZED PLAN SO THEY CAN: Now that you are considering the merits
• Enhance their careers • Become assertive without conflict
of branding, how do you go about it? The
• Deepen their relationships with others • Deal with stress effectively and creatively first step is to define your “wow” factor!
• Increase their ability to effectively communicate • Survive divorce People with strong brands are clear about
• Set boundaries and limits for work, • Live with illness who they are. They know and maximize
home and life • Experience the power of REINVENTION their strengths. Asking yourself some of
these questions can help you define your
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Qigong and
tai chi
The benefits of
balance and motion
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Q
igong and tai chi have both been
referred to as the “soft” arts,
meaning that they both gently
illicit internal energy, and focus on health
and general wellness. The healing prac-
tice of qigong originated in China over
5,000 years ago, while the exercise of tai
chi emerged out of qigong approximately
2,000 years ago. Their methods and theo-
ries still overlap one another today.
Qigong (pronounced chee gong) basically
means “practice to develop and balance
your qi and be healthy.” It is an integral
part of Chinese health care that intertwines
breathing techniques and physical postures
with intention. Qigong is often identified as
the moving martial art. Each movement in
qigong may be adapted to meet the indi-
vidual’s energetic need.1
Qigong techniques are breathing exer-
cises done in coordination with basic move-
ments, designed to stretch, strengthen and
revitalize the body. The goal is to improve
and increase the flow of qi.
Qigong movements are done in place
and are less intricate than tai chi. Because of
this, qigong is for any kind of mobility issue
constant motion. Tai chi is often described
as “meditation in motion.” There are 100s
of different styles of tai chi. Each style has its
own set of movements, and within each style
there can be many variations. All forms of tai
chi include rhythmic patterns of movement
that are coordinated with breathing to help
achieve a sense of inner peace. The concen-
tration needed with tai chi encourages and
enhances your ability to live in the present
moment, reducing stress and anxiety in the
physical and mental state.
The Harvard School of Medicine states
that some of the physical benefits of regular
tai chi practice include slow and gentle
movement that will not leave you breath-
less. It addresses many of the components
of fitness: muscle strength, flexibility,
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In a 2006 study published in “Alternative
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tai chi in 39 women and men, average age
66, with below-average fitness and at least
one cardiovascular risk factor. After taking
36 tai chi classes in 12 weeks, they showed
improvement in both lower-body strength
(measured by the number of times they
could rise from a chair in 30 seconds) and
upper-body strength (measured by their
ability to do arm curls).
“Although you aren’t working with
weights or resistance bands, the unsup-
ported arm exercise involved in tai chi
strengthens your upper body,” says internist
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Kinesiology taping
in chiropractic care
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By Amber Erickson, DC, MEEBW

M “It subtly lifts the skin of the

any athletes have been seen recently sporting brightly
colored tape all over their bodies. Is this just for fun,
or is there an actual benefit? While it has many uses
to enhance athletic performance, does it have uses for those of us
affected area, which causes
slightly less-athletic people? Yes and yes! Many “regular patients”
love kinesiology taping for conditions ranging from headaches
the body to rush oxygen
there, which in turn speeds
healing time significantly.”
Erickson Family and low back pain, to carpal tunnel syndrome. Kinesiology taping

Chiropractic can be used on patients of all ages and sizes. Even animals, particu-
larly horses, seem to respond well to kinesiology tape. It has many
uses both for acute injuries and for chronic cases.
Erickson Family Chiropractic is located in the village
of Richfield, WI. We can treat the entire family, from
The tape was developed by a Japanese chiropractor named Dr.
Grandma to a newborn baby — even the family pets! Kenzo Kase. He developed the original Kinesiotape, but many other
We feel that chiropractic care should be a part of companies have used the design to expand on his concept. All tape
everyone’s health care plan, and we are here to is a cotton and elastic blend that is designed to move and feel like
provide care for your entire family at one place. skin. The tape is applied to an area of the body in a very specific
We are highly trained in way. The patient is asked to move the affected body part through
numerous chiropractic a specific range of motion while the doctor applies the tape at a
and bodywork specific tension. The tape is left in place for three to five days. The
techniques. majority of people do not even realize that the tape is on after a few
minutes, and even fewer people react in any way to the adhesive.
The best tape is latex free and hypoallergenic, and is manufactured
with natural plant extract dyes for coloring. The color of the tape is
only for psychological effect, and does not change the treatment.
Beige or neutral type is best for patients who do not want to draw
attention to the tape, or who work in an office and want a more
subtle treatment approach. Then there are numerous bright colors
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  ersonal branding for the average Joe
P Qigong and tai chi continued from page 9
(or Jane)! continued from page 8
• What are my three greatest passions?
• What are the qualities that others acknowledge in me?
• When working as a team, what role do I fill?
• What are my “go to” skills when faced with an obstacle?
• What skills do others seek me out for?
• What has been my most successful project or role?
Don’t be discouraged if it takes time, thought and lots of rewrites
to distill all of your ideas into a brand statement. This is not easy!
Once you have your personal brand defined, take it online.
It is time to review your current online presence or to create
one. Seventy-five percent of jobs today are obtained by network-
ing. A recent study by OfficeTeam shows that more than one-
third of companies feel that online profiles replace traditional
resumes. Most companies and recruiters are checking social
media profiles before making hiring decisions or before decid-
ing to interview you.
To create an effective online presence, you should, at a
minimum, create a profile on LinkedIn. Headhunters, recruiters
and employers actively use LinkedIn to find and research poten-
tial employees. Equally important, LinkedIn allows you to build a
network of connections and relationships. Finally, LinkedIn allows
you to post your experience, testimonials, recommendations and
endorsements of your work and skills.
Other social media sites to consider are Facebook, Twitter,
Google+ and Pinterest. There are benefits to all of them. Impor-
tant things to consider when creating a profile on any of these sites:
• Use a photo of yourself smiling as your profile picture.
• Keep it “G” rated.
• Keep your brand consistent over all sites.
Finally, once you have defined your brand, online and offline —
live it! Be your brand. Walk the walk. Think about your choices.
If your brand is about being a buttoned-up professional, should
you be spreading gossip about your co-workers? If your brand is
about being outgoing and generous, should you be a wallflower at a
networking event, refusing to connect with others? If your brand is
about being positive and “can do,” should you be online complain-
ing about your current project and that it will never succeed? If you
find that you can’t consistently live your brand or if it feels fake, you
need to go back to the drawing board! After all, the purpose is to
find and market YOUR brand, not someone else’s.
Defining and communicating your personal brand is a process.
It doesn’t happen overnight. Your genuine brand comes from
within. The process of branding allows you to take control and
to showcase your talent in order to stay competitive in today’s
job market.
Carol Michalski, MSW, LCSW, has her own practice in the unique
Hide House in Bay View, Wis., where she provides custom-
ized, professional life coaching services to individuals who want
to enhance their lives, careers or relationships! She has been
helping people find solutions for thirty years as a licensed, clini-
cal social worker and a coach for an employee assistance provider. For more
information, visit www.cmichalski-lifecoach.com, call 414.331.9905 or email
cmichalskimsw@gmail.com.
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Dr. Gloria Yeh, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical
School. “Tai chi strengthens both the lower and upper extremi-
ties and also the core muscles of the back and abdomen.”
Through regular practice, tai chi promotes improvement in
balance and supports the reduction in falls. Tai chi helps train one
to be more aware of one’s sense of space. It also helps to improve
strength and flexibility, making it easier to recover from a fall. The
regular practice of tai chi can help one gain confidence and sense
of self, which increases strength of stance and stride, which in turn
reduces the likelihood of a fall. A systematic review of random-
ized trials of interventions to reduce falls in community-dwelling
seniors found that tai chi is effective at reducing the rate of falls.2
Qigong or tai chi can benefit anyone looking to improve
their overall health and wellness. When looking for your first
class, find a practitioner who teaches a systemic approach to the
basic movement patterns. This will make tai chi accessible and
provide proper body mechanics. When you are done, you will
be able to practice tai chi anywhere.
Nicole M. Krakow, MSOM, LMT, LAc, Carey L. Garcia, MSOM, LAc, reiki
practitioner, and Stephanie M. Best, RN, CCRN, MSOM, LAc, are master’s-
preparved, state licensed practitioners and owners/operators of Best Health
Option Acupuncture & Wellness clinics in Germantown and Racine. For
more information, visit www.besthealthoption.co or call 262.293.4493.
Sources:
1. Qigong: A Legacy in Healing, Dean Y. Dang, M.D.
2. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, April 2009.
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healthyPETS

Why you and

your dog should
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n Australia, they call it herbal Botox1, in Muskego, Wiscon-
sin, dogs eat it to strengthen weak ligaments associated with
luxating patellas or anterior cruciate ligament tears.2 Gotu
kola is an amazing herb. “Gotu” means conical shape and “kola”
simply means leaf. This plant is also classified as Centella asiatica.
It commonly grows in Asian sewage ditches! The whole, usually
contaminated plant is harvested by hand. Locals puree it to make
a refreshing drink.3
Gotu kola is one of the most revered herbs in Chinese medicine
and is believed to be one of the most powerful in ayurvedic medi-
cine as well. It has been used to manage mental disorders, immune
system deficiencies, circulatory problems, skin conditions, liver
ailments, epilepsy, asthma, bronchitis, hair loss, inflammation and
intestinal disorders, and to enhance longevity!4
Even Western medicine acknowledges the gotu kola plant to
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have the ability to strengthen blood vessels, improve circulation,
battle stress, decrease inflammation and promote healing.4
Steep 1-2 teaspoons of dried, crushed gotu kola leaves in a cup
of boiling water to make yourself a medicinal tea.4
According to an international, locally based, whole food supple-
ment manufacturer, Standard Process in Palmyra, Wisconsin, tests
suggest that the triterpenes of gotu kola support existing collagen
and promote the normal synthesis of collagen in the skin and
vein wall. These triterpenes also support the epithelial cells in the
inner layer of veins. Gotu kola is recommended traditionally to
support healthy stomach and duodenal tissue. The benefit of this
traditional use has also been shown in uncontrolled trials using
the triterpenes of gotu kola. MediHerb is the Australia-based
herbal affiliate of Standard Process. This company is headed by
the infamous Kerry Bone, who is meticulous with his oversight of
his company’s testing procedures. This is important as, unfortu-
nately, in the United States, herbal manufacturers are not required
to prove safety or efficacy of their herbal formulations. Thank-
fully, the MediHerb gotu kola is standardized. MediHerb tests raw
materials for the quantity of triterpenes in their gotu kola. Their
testing also ensures that the triterpenes are retained in the product
throughout manufacture.5
In our holistic veterinary practice, we have witnessed the useful-
ness of this herbal as an adjunct to other rehabilitative modali-
ties for dogs with ligamentous disorders. If you’d like to try this
with your dog, combine one tablet per day of MediHerb gotu kola
for any size dog with a glucosamine/chondroitin/hyaluronic acid
joint support and add a healthy, omega-3 fatty acid source such as
Nordic Naturals anchovy/sardine oil. Also, consider laser therapy
and/or acupuncture management. For most patients, especially
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term, comfortable management protocol, which avoids surgical
intervention for luxating patellas and partial cruciate tears.
If your bichon frisé or poodle has intermittent rear leg lame-
ness, she may be suffering from wiggly knee caps! A sudden onset
of rear leg lameness in a larger breed dog is most commonly a
cruciate ligament tear in the knee or stifle, just like the football
players! And yes, kitties can develop these injuries as well. All
lameness should be thoroughly investigated by your veterinar-
ian. Once you have an accurate diagnosis, consider this amazing
herb as part of the treatment plan for your pet.2
And, pet mommies and daddies, use gotu kola to maintain
healthy collagen and reduce wrinkles!1
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.
Dr. Jodie is the owner of the Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary
Complex, an integrated, full-service small animal practice. For
more information, healthy products or an educational DVD, visit AnimalDoc-
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Sources:
1. Conversation with an Australian naturopath.
2. www.animaldoctorholistic.com.
3. www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Centella_asiatica.
4. www.Floridata.com.
5. www.standardprocess.com/MediHerb-Document-Library/
Product-Detail-Sheets/gotukolacomplexM1313.pdf.
almost any point in a treatment plan. Kinesiology tape is used
to stimulate proprioceptors in an area that is healing or needs
to be strengthened. This can help the chiropractic adjustment
to hold longer between treatments and can provide additional
support to an area. There are also advanced taping methods
used to care for an acute injury, to stimulate lymphatic flow
or to help support chronic conditions. The compressive forces
within the tape can help to reduce inflammation in some cases.
The tape is most useful though in bringing oxygen to the
affected area. It subtly lifts the skin of the affected area, which
causes the body to rush oxygen there, which in turn speeds
healing time significantly.
Kinesiology tape has been used successfully to treat many
conditions. A few of these include headaches, low back pain,
shoulder or ankle pain, plantar fasciitis, sprained joints and neck
pain. The tape can be used on infants to help with colic or on
elderly patients with arthritis. Taping animals is also a brand new
field, and it can work very well.
If you are interested in adding tape to your chiropractic treatment
plan, be sure to ask your chiropractor for more information!
Dr. Amber Erickson is a licensed doctor of chiropractic and a
master equine bodyworker certified by Equinology, Inc. She prac-
tices at Erickson Family Chiropractic, 2998 Beechwood Indus-
trial Court, Hubertus, Wis. She treats patients of all ages, as well
as animals. The clinic offers all forms of chiropractic care and
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Yoga and flying unite in harmony
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By Alyssa Konda
Y
ou walk into your local yoga studio looking for a class to
offer you relaxation, better flexibility and a toning workout.
You didn’t expect to find that the circus had come to town
… and that it had arrived in your yoga studio. What are those large
pieces of fabric suspended from the ceiling with heavy-duty bolts?
Could this be a tantric fusion class that should include a signifi-
cant other? What’s the weight limit on those things? Ah, yes. All
perfectly normal questions.
Aerial yoga is new to many people but is trending as one of
the more popular “fitness” experiences around. It was developed
by aerial acrobats and combines silk-like fabrics with traditional
yoga movements to give practitioners a deeper stretch. Aerial
yoga revitalizes the traditional yoga class experience by incorpo-
rating balance and stretching movements with the exhilarating
strength and cardiovascular conditioning of aerial arts training.
Basically, yoga in flight!
Aerial yoga has been designed to build strength and flexibil-
ity while enjoying the free-flying movements that come from the
use of the silk-like fabrics or yoga hammocks. A typical aerial
yoga class includes swinging, inversions and other aerial-based
techniques that encourage the conditioning of the mind, body
and spirit. The hammocks fully support the body, and students
manage the resistance and level of challenge by simply shifting the
positioning of their hammock throughout the class.
In a traditional yoga class, you are limited to what the floor has
to offer. When you incorporate the aerial hammock into your
practice, you discover a depth in the poses that could never be
reached on a floor. In a hammock, bodies are suspended off the
floor, giving a wider range of stretch in the spine, hips and shoul-
ders. If we look at someone in a traditional headstand, their head
is pressing into the floor by the natural pull of gravity, compressing
the whole spine. In the hammock, the hips and legs are supported,
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allowing the body to be fully suspended, decompressing the spine
because the practitioner is now hovering above the floor, allowing
that natural pull of gravity to deepen the stretch. Imagine getting
taller with each class. The poses are fully supported, promoting
the feeling of letting go, which is the true essence of yoga.
Most yoga takes you on a journey to find yourself, your breath
and peace within. What about your inner child? When was your
last trip to the playground to play on the monkey bars? Aerial
yoga has made those moments of childhood fun and accessible
again. Children hold a simplicity of life that gets lost with age.
Going upside down can access emotional struggles, issues with
trust and insecurities within your body.
“Aerial yoga is like getting a hug from your mother while eating tuna
noodle casserole and sitting next to the fireplace. It gives you the
safety and warmth that you need when you’re freaking out. And it
makes feelings way less scary.”
 —Sue Smith, from www.xojane.com
After attending a couple classes, students learn to use the
hammocks to fully support their entire body weight in certain
yoga poses. The gradual development of skills allows even begin-
ners to benefit as they gain confidence in using and trusting the
hammocks and their bodies. Classes are playful and fun, and
students are able to foster a spirit of lightheartedness and friendli-
ness that is the essence of aerial yoga.
Alyssa Konda is the owner and operator of Reaching Treetops Yoga, a yoga
studio that offers a wide variety of yoga and specialty classes. Reaching Treetops
Yoga was the first studio in Wisconsin to offer aerial yoga in a yoga class setting.
In 2012, Alyssa opened The Fitness & Wellness COOP, which has branched
out to offer not only yoga and aerial yoga, but also tai chi and Zumba classes,
massage therapy and holistic health services as well. For more information, visit
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Creating a healthy
environment
within your home
In the aftermath of the
back-to-school chaos
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By Leona S. Knobloch-Nelson, ASID, LEED-AP
T “Clutter creates havens for dust
he time has come once again for parents of school-age chil-
dren to engage in the annual ritual that comes each fall.
You have registered your child for classes, paid the stan-
dard fees and filled out the forms for extracurricular activities. The
clothes shopping was next; pushing the sandals and shorts aside
for sturdy athletic shoes and durable jeans.
Finally, the children are off and things are rolling along just fine,
even though every morning is a flurry of chaotic activity. Then,
each afternoon involves tossed backpacks, discarded shoes, thrown
jackets and that plethora of papers — homework, fliers, etc.
How does one keep up?
What you need are not only some methods to assist you in
bringing some organization to your life, but also plans to create
a healthy living environment within your home. Remember that
your home is not only a shelter, but it is your retreat. Let’s try to
keep that chaos from the outside world out of your retreat home.
Here are some starting tips on how to do so:
• Kick off the shoes: Shoes are havens for non-friendly
environmental enemies. They attract dirt and moisture. Shoes
also attract pesticides, weed killers, automotive discharge and
environmental debris. Therefore, keep those shoes away from
your living spaces.
A shoeless home is a healthy home. Create an area for
shoes near entry zones so contaminants aren’t brought into
the household. Entry closets with shelves are a good option;
however, slatted shelves are best. These shelves allow air to
circulate around the shoes, especially if they have absorbed
moisture. Moisture harbors mold and mildew.
• Wash and wear: You have bought a host of new school
clothes, probably made of synthetic fibers that produce off-
gases (volatile compounds — VOCs) that can affect your
home’s indoor air quality. These VOCs can contribute to aller-
gies and asthma. For these items, washing will wear down the
contaminants over time. For future purchases, look for natural
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and dust mites, significant
causes of household allergies.”
fibers and clothing that has not been treated with finishing
agents and retardants. If you own “dry clean only” clothing,
make sure that the items are aired out after each laundering,
prior to bringing them into your home for the same reason.
Another idea to consider for future purchases is to buy clothes
at secondhand stores. The clothing not only is being salvaged
from contaminating the earth in a landfill, but also contains less
off-gases, as VOCs are released from the fabric over time.
Always be sure that all clothing, new or used, is properly
cleaned with environmentally friendly cleaning agents prior
to wearing.
• Everything in its place: Organization is the key not
only to spiritual and emotional well-being, but also to provid-
ing a physically healthy home. Clutter creates havens for dust
and dust mites, significant causes of household allergies. To
avoid these unfriendly culprits, refrain from creating a home
environment that allows for disorganization and clutter.
Have a set area for coats, backpacks and paperwork. All those
items bring environmental debris and dirt from the outside
world into your home. Avoid the urge to use the kitchen table
as the dropping ground. Imagine a bag that has been shoved
in a locker and dragged on the floor of a bus, landing on the
surface where you feed your family. Create an area in which
bags are hung near a coat rack. This allows for proper ventila-
tion around those items, especially if they have absorbed mois-
ture throughout the day.
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money and
preserve your
“second skin”
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By Sam Kim
C
lothing has been called our “second skin.” What we wear
is critical not only to keep us protected from the elements,
but also to support us socially. Clothing imparts symbolic
meaning, creating and supporting our identities, enabling us to fit
in to the groups to which we belong. A recent study by the Kellogg
School of Management at Northwestern University revealed that
the clothing we wear even affects our ability to concentrate on our
work, coining the term “enclothed cognition.”
Keeping clothing clean and well maintained has traditionally
been, and continues to be, a sign of respect for others. It is a way
to instantly earn respect back. Think military and law enforcement
uniforms, surgical scrubs, clergy robes and business suits. Always
meticulously clean and well-pressed, such “skins” usually elicit
immediate and unconscious feelings of respect.
Think about your own wardrobe, and the groups to which you
belong or want to belong. Do you look at your wardrobe as a tool
to help you achieve your goals of earning respect from groups you
are interested in? For example, when you go to the bank to conduct
business, is your clothing clean, pressed and in good condition?
Are you keeping your clothing in top shape? What do you spend
on clothing every year? What is the dollar value of your current
wardrobe? The value of individual wardrobes varies widely.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans spent
an average of $1,750 per year on clothing in 2011, up about 2.4
percent from the previous year. That is a lot of money!
Here are six tips on how to keep your wardrobe — a valuable
asset to your success in life — in top condition.
• Act immediately on stains: When you get a spill or spot
on your clothing, don’t let it dry into the fabric. Carry a spot
remover with you, be sure it is designed for the kind of fabric
and stain you’ve got, and use it right away. When you bring your
clothing in to be dry cleaned, be sure to identify any stains you
weren’t able to get out by yourself and tell the staff what caused
the stain.
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• Treat each item uniquely and follow instruc-
tions: Have a cleaning plan in mind before you purchase and
throughout the life of each clothing item. Items that call for hand
washing, line or flat drying, and dry cleaning are more fragile
and will be permanently damaged by machine washing. When
sorting your laundry, sort out items that need special care, like
sweaters and natural fiber pieces. And make sure spouses and
children who might be enlisted to help with laundry do like-
wise. Particularly, beware of wool, rayon, silk and other natural
fibers. Hot water and hot dryers will shrink, cause color fade and
permanently damage these items.
• Correct storage methods: Fold sweaters to avoid
stretching and hanger damage. For jackets and blouses, use
wooden, sturdy plastic or padded hangers to avoid damaging
the shoulders. Avoid overcrowding your closet. This prevents
wrinkling, saves time and protects the fibers by not having to do
remedial ironing or re-washing.
• Take care of little problems first: If you notice a
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The health
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olive oil
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By Jackie Zach
E
xtra virgin olive oil (or as Rachael Ray likes to call it,
EVOO) is not only delicious to use with food, it also has
many, many health benefits, too!
Healthy fats are important in our diet. According to the Ameri-
can Heart Association, “Dietary fats are essential to give your body
energy and to support cell growth. They also help protect your
organs and help keep your body warm. Fats help your body absorb
some nutrients and produce important hormones, too.” They also
help in maintaining strong nails, healthy skin and soft, shiny hair!
Monounsaturated fat is recommended for heart health and
to maintain or lower LDL (or Lousy) cholesterol when used in
place of saturated fats. Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room
temperature but start to turn solid when refrigerated. Because it
is a monounsaturated or “healthy” fat, extra virgin olive oil will
turn solid when refrigerated. Refrigerating extra virgin olive oil
will not, however, extend the life of the oil.
In addition, extra virgin olive oil contains vitamin E, an antioxi-
dant, and omega-3&6, which are essential fatty acids. Great news
for women, extra virgin olive oil contains phytoestrogens, which
help beat bone loss and minimize menopause symptoms. Anyone
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EVOO has also been shown to have a positive effect on the
elderly. According to the Archives of Gerontology and Geriat-
rics,1 recent studies show that the elderly have increased oxidative
stress and impaired antioxidant defense systems. Their study was
to evaluate the effects of daily consumption of EVOO on healthy
institutionalized elderly. After a six-week daily intake of EVOO,
their results showed that nutritional intervention with EVOO
improves antioxidant status in healthy elderly people. EVOO was
shown to lower LDL (or Lousy) cholesterol and increase HDL (or
Healthy) cholesterol.
Be aware, however, that whether we’re talking about lard, butter
or olive oil, all fats contain nine calories per gram as compared to
proteins and carbohydrates, which contain four calories per gram.
As with anything else, use fats in moderation and stick with mono-
unsaturated or polyunsaturated fats. The American Heart Associa-
tion recommends that a healthy diet should contain no more than
25-35 percent of its calories from healthy fats.
The maximum health benefits of extra virgin olive oil are found
when the oil is stored properly in a dark, glass bottle or stainless
steel container away from heat or light.
In addition, when you taste extra virgin olive oil, it should have a
slight to intense peppery finish in the back of the throat. That peppery
finish is an antioxidant called oleocanthal. That tells you the extra
virgin olive oil is fresh. Olive oil should be used within 12-18 months
after pressing for maximum health benefits, flavor and aroma.
So, the next time you use extra virgin olive oil to add wonder-
ful flavor to your food, remember it is also great for you inside
and out!
Jackie Zach is the owner of The Oilerie Brookfield, an Olive Oil Bar® store that
specializes in extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegars and nut oils. In addi-
tion, they also carry specialty pastas, salts, Italian olive salad, and other gourmet
and beauty products made with olive oil. They have cooking demonstrations and
tastings from September to May. For more information, call 262.786.3000 or visit
www.oilerie.com/brookfield.
Source: 1. Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, Volume 57, Issue 2, Pages
234-242, September 2013.
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your home continued from page 16 “second skin” continued from page 17

Paperwork needs to be dealt with promptly. Place mail and
fliers that are not needed in the recycling bin or in a desig-
nated area for scrap paper. Place bills and important mail in
another assigned area.
For schoolwork, create a bin for each child. After review-
ing graded work, place important papers that will need to be
referenced in the future in the child’s bin. For special items,
provide a wall space to display the children’s achievements.
A bulletin board or other flexible surface works well to allow
the display to change throughout the year.
There are many ways in which a house can become a healthier
living environment. These very simple methods provide a small
start on your way to creating your own healthy home.
Leona Knobloch-Nelson is a registered interior designer and a
LEED accredited professional. She is one of the partners/owners
at Knobloch Nelson Architects LLC, a design firm in the greater
Milwaukee area. She also serves as the chair of the School of Art &
Design and the chair of the interior design department at Mount
Mary University. For information, visit www.knarchitects.com.
References:
Bouknight, J. K. & Loecke, J. (2006). Home organizing idea book. The Tauton
Press, Newtown, Conn.
Rider, K. (2006). The healthy home workbook: easy steps for eco-friendly living.
Chronicle Books, San Francisco, Calif.
small hole or tear, repair it right away before it grows larger.
• Don’t over wash your clothes. Every time you wash
your clothes, some damage occurs, which you can tell when-
ever you clean your lint traps. Take care to keep your clothes
clean while you’re wearing them. Wear aprons while cooking
and napkins while eating. Make sure your clothes actually need
washing before you wash them. If they look and smell clean,
put them back on a hanger. Change out of clean clothing as
soon as you get home.
• Avoid wrinkling: Wrinkled clothing not only looks
bad, but also ultimately causes damage to your clothing. This
is because the wrinkles either need to be ironed out, which
damages the fabric, or need to be washed out, which also
damages the fabric. So the simplest way to preserve your cloth-
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properly as soon as you take them off.
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Discussing your
pelvic floor
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By Hope Zvara

A
hem … Isn’t that a bit private? Oh well, we all have one!
Some call it their “bottom” or their “private parts,” while
others are a bit more direct in discussing this area. When
I hear these slang names, I usually respond by asking if they are
talking about the pelvic floor (PF). And for those that know of the
name, few really know what that all entails. Many women associate
it with the kegel exercises, where they pulse and squeeze whatever
is down there with hopes to stop peeing their pants after preg-
nancy and birth. However, there is more to it than that. For start-
ers, rapidly squeezing those vital muscles will not do as much good
as training that body part to hold strong and steady. Secondly, men
need to be included in this conversation, as urinary incontinence
is not gender specific. Understanding your pelvic floor can help
you with involuntary leakage, back pain, hip flexor pain, sexual
function and pleasure, and energetic stability.
and “perineum,”
which runs front
to back and is our
major pelvic floor
muscle. For women,
we notice this muscle
as we clench our vaginal passageway tight, much like we would
do in intercourse. For men, it feels much like flexing an erection.
Finally, our “urethra,” which many more of you will recognize as
it’s associated with your bladder, gives the ability to stop (or not
stop) the urge to urinate. (Please note there are many other muscles
within the PF not covered in this article.)
I feel it’s vital for students, both men and women, to know where
these areas are and what they associate with, so they can draw a
better picture of the concept and put it into real-life terms.

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Our pelvic floor extends from our pubis bones out to each sit bone
(ischial tuberosity) and back to our tail bone, making a diamond
shape when you connect the dots.
This vital area is the spring board for the rest of the body to rest
on. Our organs depend on this small area as each organ is stacked
above perfectly. In my classes, students have become accustomed to
language like “anal sphincter,” which is a 2-3 centimeter-long muscle,
Well, for starters, recognize that your level of exercise or lack
thereof may be inhibiting the proper use of your PF. For people
with PF dysfunction, either too tight or too slack, pushing your
workouts hard or deciding to run marathons again, before this is
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are more sedentary, this is no help either. The end goal is for your
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Living in
harmony with
the seasons
during the year
of the snake
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By Heather Peterman
A
s we start to wrap up summer and move into the fall,
some of us might find ourselves feeling a little out of sorts
and possibly frustrated with the year’s events. Many of us
have been in the midst of turmoil all year long. Unquestionably,
this year has been filled with change, unbelievable transformation
and emotional rampage. Taking a closer look at what is happen-
ing energetically in the season and cosmically this year, may give
us the insight we need to survive the rest of the ride and live in
harmony with the change.
Summer is the time when the heart’s qi is most active. It’s the
time when we are immersed in happiness, and yet the excess of it
can easily damage our qi. We drift through on a joyful high and
are often oblivious to the fact that the heat can actually scorch
our heart channel. The key to this is balance; allowing ourselves
to bask in the joy, while not forgetting any sorrow that may lie on
the other side.
We are in a constant state of flux, shifting from the yang light
into yin darkness. This is exemplified by the energy shift of the
approaching fall. Fall is the time of transition. It is the time when
the lung qi is the most active, which may bring about feelings of
sadness and despair. It is also the season of letting go, returning
to earth, introspection, and real or symbolic death. During this
time, our qi is beginning its decent deeper into the body where it
will remain during the upcoming winter months. The retreat of
qi explains why we physically slow down during these months.
The rapid change in these opposing emotions explains why some
people feel uneasy during the seasonal change.
Aside from the seasonal effects, we are also in the midst of the
year 2013 — the year of the water snake. The snake is known as a
beautiful and seductive creature. She slinks her way through with a
grace that can go unnoticed by most. For this reason, they say that
the year of the snake can be one of illusion. A year where things
are not always as they seem to be on the surface. The water element
brings in heavy emotions, perceptions and intuition, suggesting
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that for us to properly navigate the snake’s seductive and allusive
beauty, we must depend on intuition as a guiding force. This is
a task not many have mastered. For many, this can explain the
gut-wrenching feeling in the pit of the stomach that just won’t go
way; the sense that maybe, just maybe, you are not in the right
place; and why seemingly wonderful relationships or careers have
come to a tragic end with little or no warning.
It is also the year of transformation ... period. This is the year that
everything that is not meant to be will fall apart, crumble and force
its way out of our lives. In order to live harmoniously throughout
the rest of this year, we must find a way to embrace this change, put
faith in intuition and let go. All those emotional scars — grudges,
hurt, wrong choices, bad decisions — that we have been carrying
around for years no longer belong to us as of right now. The cosmic
air is here and the time is prime to let them go. The energy of this
year is going to force us to do it one way or another. Metaphorically,
we will need to shed our skin just as the snake does in order to pave
the way for the new beginnings in 2014.
The good news is, the year of the water snake sets the stage for
new birth and beginnings. So, now is the time to plant the seeds
for our dreams to come true in 2014, the year of the horse. The
year of the horse is filled with the energy of earth and growth. No
dream is too small to grow into our wildest wish!
So if you have been having a tough year so far like me and many
others, I hope this article has given you some hope. If you trust in
the information I have shared, it’s time to embrace letting go, trust
your inner guide and allow yourself to grieve as all your residual
crap gets washed away by those tears. Change isn’t always easy, but
the harvest next year promises to be sweet!
Heather Peterman is an acupuncturist and educator. Her formal
education was completed through Midwest College of Oriental Medi-
cine (Racine, Wis. and Chicago, Ill.), where she completed her Bache-
lor of Science in nutrition and Master of Science in Oriental medicine,
and is currently completing her doctoral work. Heather is the founder
of Sana School for the Healing Arts and Sana Acupuncture & Apothecary.
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fitBODIES
Weightlifting
accessories
Are they worth it?
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By Brian Bankenbusch, CSCS, CES, PES
W
eightlifting accessories such as belts and gloves have
been used for decades, but when is the right and wrong
time to wear them? And are they really helping you?
This article will focus on these two commonly used accessories,
how they work, and when and when not to wear them.*
The weightlifting belt is a staple in most gym settings. There is
no doubt that the belt should be used in certain situations, but
you never hear about why you should not wear the belt at other
times. The purpose of the belt is to give additional support to the
core musculature (abdominals, back and hips) as well as the spinal
column during lifts that place more pressure in those areas than
normal. These lifts could be anything from a barbell squat to a
bench press. When a person wants to lift heavier-than-normal
loads, and the core and spinal column need additional help and
support, it’s time to wear the belt.
It is a misconception that a belt should be worn at all times
or for every lift. Before you throw that belt on and go lift some
weights though, think about how you might not be helping your
overall core strength simply by wearing it. If the belt is worn
in situations that are not “maximal lifts,” the body will start to
assume that the extra help will always be there and, in turn,
start to decrease the amount of pressure it gives the mid-section
during lifts that need its help. By wearing the belt all the time,
you are teaching the body to decrease the amount of pressure
the mid-section gives during activity or lifting, therefore putting
you at a higher risk of injury if you don’t wear the belt one day.
Keep the core involved with your lifts by training it to engage
every time, even with heavier weight. Only wear the belt if you
are doing a heavier weight than normal.
Gloves work along a similar premise as the belt does, but
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instead of adding pressure, they add grip. Unfortunately, just
like the belt, gloves can hinder your overall performance. The
hand is a very complex part of your body. It actually has more
neurotransmitters — what send signals to the brain and spinal
column — than the shoulder. (This is important because we often
worry about the shoulder first and not the hand.) These trans-
mitters relay all kinds of information to the brain and spine to
figure out a way to safeguard and react to whatever it is you touch
and/or grab. When you wear a glove while lifting, the number of
transmissions is reduced. This, in time, will drastically decrease
the amount of hand grip strength you generate. In turn, this can
affect the simplest of tasks like opening up jars or shaking hands.
Once again, just like the belt, wear the gloves only when you need
the additional grip (i.e., pull-ups, deadlifts, etc.), but not for every
exercise you do. Train your hands to be transmitter friendly and
watch them get stronger.
The weightlifting belt and gloves were a great invention, but we
should not become dependent upon them. Our bodies thrive on
being challenged, that is how it improves. Challenge your body
to use the muscles it has and only wear these devices when it is
absolutely necessary.
The views, opinions and advice in this article do not apply to
middle/high school athletes or any minor due to state safety require-
ments; they’re also not intended for therapy patients.
Brian Bankenbusch, CSCS, CES, PES, is the owner of Epic Fitness & Sports
Performance LLC. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with over
10 years of experience training high school and collegiate athletes. He is devoted
to bringing proper education and superior program design to the commu-
nity. Brian is also a certified corrective exercise specialist, wellness coach and
personal trainer. For more information, visit www.epicfitness-sports.com or call
414.464.2156.
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Alert: Annoying
snoring could
indicate serious
underlying
condition!
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By Karen Block
N
ational Football League legend Reggie White died from
it; and many residents of the Milwaukee metro area
may unknowingly suffer from this condition. It’s called
obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition that causes people to
stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep at night. Fifteen to 20
million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and by the end of the
decade, it’s expected to affect 1 out of every 5 adults.
Any individual who feels that they are not sleeping well, who
wakes up feeling so tired that they could go back to bed, or whose
bed partner tells them that they snore, gasp for air and/or stop
breathing at night would be a good candidate for a free Apnea-
Link™ sleep screening. The process is very simple: An individual
calls the sleep center and makes an appointment to pick up the
device. At that time, they are instructed on how to use it. The indi-
vidual takes it home, uses it that night and brings it back to the
sleep center the next day.
The device records their breathing pattern while they sleep,
including any snoring, apneas (complete obstructions of the airway),
hypopneas (partial obstructions of the airway) and flow limitations.
Back at the sleep center, a report is generated that clearly shows
whether the individual’s nighttime breathing is in the normal
range or if they suspect a pathological breathing disorder such as
OSA. The report is then made available to the individual as well as
to their primary care physician, who can then write an order for
a complete overnight sleep study at the center. If the individual
doesn’t have a primary care physician, he or she may be able to see
one of the sleep center’s physicians.
If people are concerned, they should go to get tested. Sometimes
an individual needs to have a little nudge to come in for a complete
overnight sleep study, and this free ApneaLink™ sleep screening
tool will provide the appropriate nudge. This simple, free screen-
ing test can save a life.
OSA is also found in children and has been linked to attention
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deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD). Parents of children with this disorder, who have pursued
sleep diagnostic testing, report seeing an improvement following
treatment in both their child’s behavior and school performance.
OSA sufferers can share common characteristics such as:
snoring, waking up numerous times during the night, awakening
unrefreshed in the morning and a history of uncontrolled Type
2 diabetes and/or hypertension. Many sufferers are unaware. It’s
usually a partner or roommate that identifies a problem of exces-
sive snoring, often characterized by moments of silence and then
gasping as the individual breathes in air. Although a partner
may attempt to solve the problem by simply sleeping in another
room, this doesn’t help the individual who has the disorder. Left
untreated, OSA can result in serious health concerns, including:
Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, increased risk of heart attack
and stroke, sexual dysfunction, fatigue-related motor vehicle acci-
dents and work-related accidents, trouble with concentration at
school or work, and an overall decrease in their quality of life due
to excessive daytime sleepiness.
OSA is just one of the many diagnoses that can be determined
by having a complete overnight sleep study at a sleep center.
Others include insomnia, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy and
cardiac disease.
As you can see, sleep disorders are risky business. If you have any
concerns about your sleep, speak with your physician or call the sleep
center for a free ApneaLink™ sleep screening today! As explained
above, a sleep study is an easy process, so there are no excuses!
Karen Block is the owner/administrator of Endeavor Therapy & Sleep Center,
11649 North Port Washington Road in Mequon, a sleep diagnostic facility that
is offering free ApneaLink™ sleep screenings as a community awareness project to
help educate people about their sleep. Endeavor is open seven nights a week for
their patients’ convenience and is one-quarter of the cost of the hospital sleep labs.
For more information about sleep issues or to schedule your free ApneaLink™
sleep screening, call 262.241.8892 or visit www.endeavortherapyandsleep.com
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★★★★★
Five-star natural
nutrition for pets
Bark N’ Scratch Outpost:
Where only the best wil do …
at affordable prices, too!
By Jackie Peters

With a growing number of Americans becoming more aware of
what they are eating and of nutrition overall, some very special
household members are reaping the benefits … their pets!
There’s no question that pets are more than just companions
to many owners these days; they are a part of our families. And
what good parent doesn’t want to provide the best nutrition to
their loved ones? So these lucky dogs and cats are eating better
and living healthier than ever before.
As one customer at Bark N’ Scratch Outpost in Milwaukee
commented, “I make it a priority to eat natural foods myself, so
why wouldn’t I provide the same quality food for my cat?” In fact,
health-conscious pet owners across the U.S. are buying natural
and organic pet food and care products in excess of $4 billion a
year, a number that’s expected to reach $9.4 billion by 2017.1
Just as chemicals and highly processed ingredients can cause
harm to our health, there is also a link between the food we
provide to our pets and their overall health. While our beloved
companions don’t require five-star dining, they do deserve nutri-
tion that doesn’t make them ill.
Carrie Marble, owner of Bark N’ Scratch Outpost, learned this
lesson the hard way about eight years ago when her puppy,
Snowbelle, began suffering with allergy symptoms that got
progressively worse over several months. By one year of age,
she was so sickly that the veterinarian, who had run out of
treatment options, suggested euthanization. Luckily for Snow-
belle, Carrie was determined to save her beloved pet. She did a
large amount of research and tried different varieties and combi-
nations of food. Finally, she learned of a species-appropriate diet
that turned things around for Snowbelle, who continues to thrive
on this raw food diet today.
“There is so much I learned going through that experience.
Unfortunately, the average pet owner (like me at the time) does
not receive much nutrition information when he or she first takes
home their new addition to the family. This is where I found my
calling: in continuing to research and learn about proper pet nutri-
tion; in sharing that knowledge with everyone who is interested
in helping their pets be the best they can be; and in making
these healthy options available in one place and at affordable
prices,” Carrie explains.
She has become a valuable resource on pet nutrition in her
Milwaukee community since opening Bark N’ Scratch Outpost in
2006, shortly after Snowbelle’s recovery. Marking its seventh anni-
versary this month, the store is a destination for health-conscious
pet owners to purchase high-quality, wholesome, all-natural food,
Young Living therapeutic essential oils and green, toxic-free clean-
ing products. “We’ve grown from a 900-square-foot ‘hole in the
wall’ with two employees to a 7,000-square-foot warehouse with
ten employees. And gratefully, sales and volume continue to grow
steadily every year,” says Carrie.
The customers at Bark N’ Scratch Outpost appreciate the research
Carrie puts into each and every one of her offerings, as well as
the peace of mind it brings them. “I value Carrie’s opinion and
the encouragement she gives me to research the products I am
feeding my dog,” says one long-time customer. “And I know that
any product I buy here has passed her strict standards, is fresh and
will be healthy for my Louie.” Carrie does, in fact, scrutinize every
product before it reaches her shelves. “You won’t find harmful
ingredients in anything at my store,” she confirms.
Such is not the case in typical big box stores. As Yelena Galstyan
points out in thedailygreen.com article, “Natural Pet Food: What
You Need To Know,” “Many conventional pet food brands consist
of animal byproducts and low-grade meats that are unsuitable for
humans but considered good enough for pet chow. If you wouldn’t
go near it, why feed it to your beloved pet?” Further in the article,
Doug Mazeffa, research director at Greenopia.com, which rates
the “greenest” pet foods on the market, advises, “Steer clear of
ethoxyquin, a food preservative and pesticide linked with a variety
of health problems as well as ‘meat and bone meal,’ which is the
lowest quality protein that is often made with a percentage of
animals that are 4-D: dead, dying, diseased or disabled.”
This is precisely why Carrie emphasizes that all pet owners
examine ingredient panels and get educated. The fact is, nutri-
tion is key for good health and disease resistance. She selects
minimally processed pet foods that do not contain drugs or
hormones, chemical preservatives (BHA, BHT), artificial coloring
or propylene glycol.
It’s also important to be aware of food allergies. “With allergies
being a key health issue for many pets, owners should know that
they can experiment with their pets’ diets to ease the suffering.
Dogs and cats can be very sensitive to certain ingredients in food …
even seemingly ‘healthy’ things like grains. One common ingredient
to watch out for is corn, a common allergen,” advises Carrie.
A main objection that pet owners have about natural and organic
pet products is the perceived higher cost. However, Carrie is quick
to point out three key facts: First, “I am able to price my products
affordably because of the volume discounts I receive from manu-
facturers, which I then pass on to my customers. Some larger
stores don’t pass on that savings, which is a shame.” Second,
“Green pet foods tend to have higher concentrations of nutri-
ents, so pets may not need as much.” Third, “With healthier pets,
there are fewer veterinary
bills!” So, in the end, the
“You won’t find
“higher cost” many times is
harmful ingredie
just a perception. nts
in anything at
Carrie is able to share a great deal more
my store.”
information with pet owners in the commu-
—Carrie Marble
nity through classes offered at the store. She
has respected holistic veterinarians come
in to speak, informative demonstrations
on the use of natural pet products like
essential oils, representatives of food
brands give talks on their all-natural
food formulations (with samples
and coupons!) and local pet service
providers share information about their unique offerings like animal
communication. Carrie makes these events as affordable as possi-
ble, many times waiving the fee for those who register in advance.
Educating pet owners and making healthy, affordable food avail-
able to everyone is not where Carrie’s mission ends. She is also
dedicated to helping rescue animals everywhere. In addition to
being a huge proponent of rescue and shelter adoption (a list
of some of her favorites can be found on the website), Carrie
donates money and food regularly. “That’s the cool part of shop-
ping at Bark N’ Scratch Outpost; customers help this effort by
buying from my store,” she points out. Most recently, Carrie was
able to provide Gentle Hands Animal Rescue with two pallets of
horse food at a particularly critical time.
If you’re interested in being more informed about what you feed
your pets and in shopping at a store that makes it easy to purchase
healthy and affordable products, stop at Bark N’ Scratch Outpost
today! You’ll find out why they took 1st place in the best pet supplies
category on wisn.com’s A-list in 2011 and 2012 (as voted by the
community). Carrie and Snowbelle look forward to meeting you!
5835 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee
414.444.4110
www.MilwaukeePetFood.com
Store hours:
Mon. & Wed. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Tue. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Thu., Fri., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sun. 12 p.m.-4 p.m.
1. 
“Natural, Organic and Eco-friendly Pet Products in the U.S.,” report by Packaged Facts ©2013,
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of your massage
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By Laura Braun, LMT

A
massage is a simple pleasure that many of us yearn for,
but life is so busy that finding time to choose an appro-
priate therapist and schedule an appointment seems
overwhelming. And then there’s the guilt of spending money on
ourselves when times are still economically challenging. Once we
are able to get past all of the obstacles, we want our massage expe-
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Muscle tension is caused by the buildup of toxins in your body.
Your body is constantly bombarded by toxins from many sources
and needs to flush these toxins out of your system to maintain a
healthy balance. These toxins act like glue and essentially paste
the fibers of your muscles together, causing pain and swelling.
Massage therapy is all about manually breaking up that glue to
release those toxins. Water acts as a transport system and carries
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the toxins out of your body. The more water you drink before and
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under ten 8-ounce glasses) every day. Do you drink enough water
to stay hydrated?
Add essential oils
Adding therapeutic grade essential oils to your massage can also help
“unglue” your muscles. These essential oils work on your muscles
at a cellular level to clean the receptor sites of the cells. Toxins build
up on these receptor sites, essentially clogging them and preventing
nutrients from reaching your muscles. Therapeutic grade essential
oils break up these toxins and allow the nutrients into your muscles.
Communicate
You can take all the time in the world to find the most qualified
massage therapist, but I’m pretty sure you will not find one that can
read your mind. Keeping communication open is key to a great
massage. Wide sweeping motions can be just right for one person,
but the next person who may be ticklish needs more compression and
less sweeping motions. Pressure that is just right on your arms can be
too much on your legs. Let your massage therapist know (before and
during the massage) what you do and don’t like, so they can adjust
accordingly. Some people worry that they will offend the therapist
when they give them feedback, but that couldn’t be further from the
truth. A good massage therapist welcomes your feedback because it
helps him or her tailor the massage to your exact needs. Our goal is
to give you the most satisfying and therapeutic massage that we can.
Your feedback helps us to do that, so don’t be afraid to speak up!
Breathe
People sometimes tend to hold their breath while they’re getting a
massage. I’m not sure why this is, but I tend to do this as well. Make
a concerted effort to breathe evenly throughout your massage.
Your muscles become tense when you hold your breath, and tense
muscles don’t respond well to manual manipulation. Breathing
keeps muscles relaxed and keeps oxygen flowing to the muscles.
Oxygen is essential for the healing process in your muscles, so you
don’t want to interrupt that flow!
Silence your cell phone
After doing all of the above, you have taken the steps necessary
to create a relaxing environment and get the most out of your
massage. One ring or buzz of a cell phone can interrupt this relax-
ing environment, causing your muscles to tense up and your mind
to wander back to the stresses of the day. Take this last easy step
to avoid this!
If you have any questions, talk with your massage therapist
about getting the most out of your massage. Remember, they are
there to help you!
Laura Braun is the owner of The Massage Table Day Spa, which
operates out of The Colour Bowl Salon & Wellness Spa in Mequon.
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what’sGROWiNGon?
How Growing
Power keeps
growing
There’s hope with
hoop-houses
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By Will Allen
I
love Wisconsin. I also love challenges. I think that’s why I love
growing food in Wisconsin so much: every growing season
is different, and it requires some level of critical thinking
to trouble shoot and ensure a bountiful harvest in the end. I’ve
been growing food for decades now, and one sure method that
is working for me and my crew at Growing Power is the use of
hoop-houses, also known as greenhouses. There’s hope with hoop-
houses: they give us a little more control over the weather and pest
management, and they extend the season of many crops and even
allow us to grow some crops year round! This is especially impor-
tant for our organization, Growing Power, which is ramping up
production to market and sell healthy and locally grown food to
school districts throughout southeastern Wisconsin.
We are focusing our year-round production on a special kale
salad mix that we are marketing to schools. The kale salad is a
dynamic mix of organic micro-greens (de-stemmed kale, spinach,
sunflower, pea, and chard or beet). So far, the salad has been well
received, and thankfully for our promising production methods, we
have a bountiful harvest of other crops to offer these school districts
as well. We’ll grow this salad mix year-round for consistency, and
encourage other local farmers to install hoop-houses to increase the
year-round supply of fresh fruits and vegetables for our community.
This season, in particular, challenged farmers with the spotty
heavy rains, the cooler nights and a shortened summer in general.
The cool weather delayed many warm-weather crops, which are
just now coming to fruition. This fall, we’ll have a big influx of
food, including sweet corn, squash, melons and other crops that
are usually harvested earlier in the year. Thankfully for our 25 acres
of hoop-houses, where we were able to control the growing condi-
tions as opposed to our outdoor crops, we were still able to harvest
a sizeable crop of tomatoes, peppers and eggplants on time. Our
harvest is plenty and we encourage our supporters to come in and
stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables. Please remember though,
with the use of hoop-houses, we will also have fresh and affordable
food available year-round. If you want to learn how to construct
30 Nature’s Pathways® | September 2013
a hoop-house and grow food year-round, consider joining us for
one of our weekend workshops!
You may also visit us at our urban farm on W. Silver Spring
Drive to learn more about our other educational programs we
offer onsite and throughout Milwaukee, in partnership with
schools, community centers, businesses and more! If you have
an idea for an educational program or would like to share your
own experiences and stories with me, please shoot me an email at
Will@growingpower.org. I would love to hear from you!
Our National Training and Community Food Center is located
at 5500 W. Silver Spring Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53218.
We welcome you to visit and tour our urban farm. Daily tours
are offered at 1:00 p.m. and cost $10/person. For tours of 10 people
or more, call 414.527.1546 to schedule a group tour. Educational
volunteer opportunities are available!
Will Allen, son of a sharecropper, former professional basketball
player, ex-corporate sales leader and longtime farmer, is recog-
nized as among the preeminent thinkers of our time on agriculture
and food policy. The founder and CEO of Growing Power Inc., a
farm and community food center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Allen
is widely considered the leading authority in the expanding field of urban agri-
culture. At Growing Power and in community food projects across the nation
and around the world, Allen promotes the belief that all people, regardless of
their economic circumstances, should have access to fresh, safe, affordable and
nutritious foods at all times. Using methods he has developed over a lifetime,
Allen trains community members to become community farmers, assuring them
a secure source of good food without regard to political or economic forces. In
2008, Mr. Allen received the prestigious MacArthur “Genius grant” for his efforts
to promote urban sustainable food systems. Later, in 2010, Mr. Allen joined First
Lady Michelle Obama as she launched the White House’s “Let’s Move” campaign
to address issues affecting American youth and the risk of obesity. In 2010 Allen
was also recognized as one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in
the World. Since then, Mr. Allen has received numerous awards and recognitions,
including the James Beard Award in 2011, the NCAA Theodore Roosevelt Award
(2012) as well as the NEA Security Benefit Corporation Award for Outstand-
ing Service to Public Education in 2012 for his work with children, teachers and
schools. On May 10th, 2012, Will Allen became a published autobiographer.
Read his book, the “Good Food Revolution.” This article was co-authored by
Leana Nakielski, freelance writer.
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Ingredients:
½ cup all-natural peanut butter
⅓ cup raw honey
¼ cup organic coconut oil
⅓ cup shredded coconut
1½ cups gluten-free oats
¾ cup dairy-free chocolate chips

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n the world of massage, not all modalities are based on the
same principles; and while the end result is pain relief or stress
relief, the approach for each individual is different. While
receiving traditional massage offers many benefits, the manipula-
tion of soft tissue is not always appropriate for those with more
serious conditions such as migraines, head trauma or spinal inju-
ries that would require a non-invasive treatment.
Dr. John E. Upledger, an osteopathic physician, developed a
life-changing therapy called CranioSacral Therapy® (CST), which
has been used to treat people of all ages. “CST is a gentle hands-
on approach of determining and improving the functioning of a
physiological body system called the craniosacral system, consist-
ing of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that encompass and
protect the brain and spinal cord. … It releases tensions deep in
the body to relieve pain and dysfunction, and improve whole-
body health and performance.”
Now, let’s take the scientific definition and break it down to
simple terms. CST focuses on the central nervous system, the
brain and spinal cord, and consists of two components. First, the
cranio component, referring to the head or cranium, and the sacral
component, referring to the tailbone or sacrum. After receiving a
series of CST treatments, the central nervous system is function-
ing properly. Therefore, it sends signals to the other body systems,
such as the muscular or skeletal system, causing them to function
properly as well and the body can start to self-heal.
A typical treatment lasts about an hour, and the client remains
clothed and positioned comfortably on their back. The therapist
follows a protocol that starts the evaluation process at the feet
and works up to the head in order to determine where the client’s
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tensions or restrictions are present. A subtle flow moving from
head to tailbone is the cranial rhythm, expanding when it reaches
the head and narrowing as it moves toward the feet. Any irreg-
ularities in the rate or intensity of the rhythm is monitored and
adjusted by the therapist and then re-evaluated for any change.
Once a change has occurred in the quality of this flow, the body
starts to reset to how it should function, and the other systems of
the body begin to recover as well.
There are a series of points on the head, spine and front of the
body that the therapist will make contact with. The therapist pays
close attention to what their hands are telling them about the
client, and guides them to the origin of the dysfunction. With each
step, the therapist is applying no more than 5 grams of pressure, or
the weight of a nickel. Depending on where restrictions are found,
a particular hand placement may be held until the body starts to
self-correct or release the tension. A sign of self-correction may be
indicated by a therapeutic pulse or a sudden shift that the therapist
and/or client may feel.
Individuals who have received CST reported feeling deeply
relaxed, lighter, and more balanced, clear and focused. While results
vary from person to person, with some experiencing dramatic
changes after one treatment, others will require regular treatments
to receive full benefit. To find a CST practitioner in your area, please
visit www.upledger.com for more information.
Wendy Halfpap is a licensed massage therapist and partner at Active Body Well-
ness LLC, 10620 N. Port Washington Road in Mequon. She graduated from
Lakeside School of Massage Therapy in 2007. Wendy is also level II trained in
CranioSacral Therapy®. Please visit www.activebodywellness.massagetherapy.
com for more information or call 414.721.6942 for an appointment.
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(another is American ginseng, Panax quinquefolius). The herb
called Siberian ginseng or eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus)
is not a true ginseng.
Treatment claims for Asian ginseng are numerous and include
the use of the herb to support overall health and boost the immune
system. Traditional and folk uses of ginseng include: improving
the health of people recovering from illness; increasing a sense
of well-being and stamina; improving both mental and physi-
cal performance; treating erectile dysfunction, hepatitis C and
symptoms related to menopause; and lowering blood glucose and
controlling blood pressure.
The root of Asian ginseng contains active chemical compo-
nents called ginsenosides (or panaxosides) that are thought to be
responsible for the herb’s claimed medicinal properties. The root
is dried and used to make tablets or capsules, extracts and teas, as
well as creams or other preparations for external use.
What the science says
Some studies have shown that Asian ginseng may lower blood
glucose. Other studies indicate possible beneficial effects on
immune function.
Although Asian ginseng has been widely studied for a variety
of uses, research results to date do not conclusively support health
claims associated with the herb. Only a few large, high-quality
clinical trials have been conducted. Most evidence is preliminary
— i.e., based on laboratory research or small clinical trials.
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medi-
cine (NCCAM) supports studies to better understand the use of
Asian ginseng. Areas of recent NCCAM-funded research include
the herb’s potential role in treating insulin resistance, cancer and
Alzheimer’s disease.
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Side effects and cautions
Short-term use of ginseng at recommended doses appears to be
safe for most people. Some sources suggest that prolonged use
might cause side effects.
The most common side effects are headaches and sleep and
gastrointestinal problems.
Asian ginseng can cause allergic reactions.
There have been reports of breast tenderness, menstrual irreg-
ularities and high blood pressure associated with Asian ginseng
products, but these products’ components were not analyzed,
so effects may have been due to another herb or drug in the
product.
Asian ginseng may lower levels of blood sugar; this effect may
be seen more in people with diabetes. Therefore, people with
diabetes should use extra caution with Asian ginseng, especially
if they are using medicines to lower blood sugar or taking other
herbs, such as bitter melon and fenugreek, that are also thought to
lower blood sugar.
Tell all 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.
Source: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
(NCCAM), Herbs at a glance, NCCAM website.
References: Ginseng. Natural Standard Database Web site. Accessed at
www.naturalstandard.com on May 7, 2009.
Ginseng, Panax. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database Web site. Accessed
at www.naturaldatabase.com on May 7, 2009.
Ginseng root. In: Blumenthal M, Goldberg A, Brinckman J, eds. Herbal Medi-
cine: Expanded Commission E Monographs. Newton, MA: Lippincott Williams
& Wilkins; 2000:170–177.
Soldati, F. Ginseng, Asian (Panax ginseng). In: Coates P, Blackman M, Cragg G,
et al., eds. Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. New York, NY: Marcel Dekker;
2005:265–277.
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is very important for your dog’s health and safety.
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various types of natural chews.
• Rawhide: Rawhide products are made from the hide of an
animal, usually cattle. They come in chips, “bones” with knots
at each end and rolls. Chips may be appropriate for small
dogs, while the bones and rolls come in a variety of sizes for
small to large dogs. Chews with knotted ends should only
be provided while there is supervision, as the dog may try to
swallow the end whole. Rawhide treats should be made from
U.S. processed, thick cut, non-bleached hide.
• Bully sticks and tendons: These may also be called
pizzles, steer sticks or whizzers, among other things. They are a
tendonous part and are better digested by most dogs than hide.
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Three powerful
ways to “get it
started” and be
yourself!
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By Jill E. Greinke, MSW, LCSW, SAC

Let’s get it started, in here … and the base keeps runnin’ runnin’, and what goes on within us. That is the best place to start when we want
runnin’ runnin’, and runnin’ runnin’, and runnin runnin’ … to think about being our authentic selves. In order to become authen-
 —The Black Eyed Peas, “Let’s Get It Started” tic, we need to make a conscious choice to turn inward, to face the
silence and simply be present. Here are three ways to get that started:

O
ne of my friends does a lot of running around; she is
1. We need to become aware of and accepting of everything that
constantly doing so many things in the course of the day.
is going on within us. Most of us carry around a lot of mental
She has even referred to herself as being the “Energizer
baggage that can block us from living authentically in total joy
Bunny” because she feels she flits around, here, there and every-
and happiness. We need to learn how to untangle ourselves
where — going, going and going.
from negative thought patterns, negative memories and nega-
I am sure many of us can relate to her. And though I try not
tive story lines. Those negativities can sabotage our motives
being my friend’s therapist, I couldn’t resist asking her what she
without us even realizing it. In order to be authentic, we have to
feels like with all of her “running.” She answered by saying she
clear any stuck “stuff ” by not trying to escape it.
feels like there is a relentless need inside of her to keep busy and
that it is really hard for her to slow down. She also said she doesn’t
“One thing you can’t hide is when you’re crippled inside.”
like to slow down for fear she would have to face the silence. Being
 —John Lennon
in silence and in a state of calm, she would feel pressured to face
her thoughts and feelings that would catch up with her.
2. We need to listen to and face our emotions! Everyone has them.
Though most of us today are so tempted to focus on all of the
They are a barometer for us, signals for us to do something —
running around, and what is going on outside of us, spiritual and
that’s it. Yet, many of us try to avoid experiencing them, espe-
psychological experts continue to maintain that the real action is
cially if presumed indifferent. And doing so comes at the high
price of crippling us. Experts in health and psychology posit
what damage not dealing with emotions can do to us physi-
cally and psychologically. We can’t will them away. Fear lies
underneath many of our emotions that do not feel pleasant. We,
however, need to know what we are afraid of and face what our
emotions are telling us. If we don’t, we are not being who we
truly are — human beings with emotions.

“Children learn what they live.”  —Dorothy Law Nolte, Ph.D.

3. We must remember that we always have choices. When we were

children, we were not always given as many choices as we may have
liked. Ultimately, we adapted to the choices our parents made for us,
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 Choosing appropriate chews for your pet continued from page 35

“Formed digestible chews

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antlers have an outer layer of compact bone and a center of and experience the benefits of
spongy bone. Antlers with a thick bone outer layer are a better
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healthy teeth.
• Other natural chews: This category includes Hima-
layan chews, fish skin chews, sweet potato chews, dried meat
strips and other animal parts such as ears, snouts and tracheas.
The Himalayan chews are a type of very hard cheese that can
be long lasting. Fish skin chews are a lighter-weight chew full
of the goodness of fish oils. Sweet potato slices are a good alter-
native for dogs intolerant of common meat proteins. Dried
meat jerky-style strips made in the U.S. may not last long with
hearty chewers but may be a nice quick treat. Tails do contain
small tail bones and hooves may tend to splinter. Ears, tracheas
and snouts tend to get soft and gummy as they are chewed.
Tracheas are a good source of glucosamine.

Formed digestible chews may be a good choice as an occasional

treat. Read the ingredients carefully to make sure there are none
listed that you are avoiding in your dog’s diet. Always check with
your veterinarian to make sure your dog is in good dental health.
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Stool
transplants
A nontraditional approach
to gut infections
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By John Whitcomb, MD
W
arning: You may be grossed out by this month’s column
… or you may be fascinated!
Here are the facts about your colon. Ninety percent
of the cells in the human body are in the colon. Said another way,
there are 10 distinct cells in your colon for every cell in your body.
Ninety-nine percent of the DNA variety is in your colon. In other
words, you have 100 times the genetic variability of your own
genes and DNA in the bacteria in your colon. That variety and
number come from the bacteria resident in your colon.
We thought the colon was just the organ that concentrated
waste products and conserved water so that we could live on dry
land. How naïve! There is a whole emerging science to the value
of the “biome” or variety of DNA and bacteria in our colon, and
the contribution they make to our good health. It is increasingly
apparent that our colon biome acts like a separate organ. Each of
us has our own “condo association” that is determined in part by
the food we eat, the first inoculation we had when we started life,
and all the other exposures and toxins we come in contact with
during our lives. As much as it may give you pause, each of us
who started life with a vaginal birth breathed our first breath and
opened our mouth to scream and cry with a small amount of our
mother’s feces smeared on our face. Folks delivered by C-section
don’t have that exposure. When followed clinically, C-section
babies have higher rates of allergic and autoimmune diseases
years later.
We are also becoming increasingly aware of the contribution of
nutrients that we extract from the biome of our colon. Vitamin K
and the essential amino acids are all created by our colonic friends.
The interplay of our colonic biome and our immune system is the
next frontier.
That’s where this month’s article comes in. Dr. Alexander
Khoruts has successfully used a nontraditional procedure to cure
refractory C. difficile infections: a stool transplant! C. difficile is a
bacteria most of us likely have in tiny amounts in our gut. When
we alter the natural balance of bacteria in our gut with antibiotics,
38 Nature’s Pathways® | September 2013
C. difficile occasionally blossoms and flourishes like nothing else.
It can often be controlled and contained by new antibiotics, but
on occasion it can’t be. Continued diarrhea and weight loss follow.
In this case, the C. difficile was cured almost immediately after
many months of failure with other traditional therapies. What is
involved with the procedure? It’s simple, really. A healthy donor
— without HIV or hepatitis, who had a “healthy diet” and normal
gut health — gave a sample of stool that was diluted in normal
saline and injected via a colonoscope into the colon, essentially
transplanting a whole new biome of bacteria in such quantity that
it took over from the traces of the host’s original damaged biome,
which couldn’t recover from the C. difficile infection. This story
has now hit the standard media.
YouTube is full of stories and anecdotes of people saving them-
selves from Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Are we moving
to a world of discovery outside of traditional medicine?
Before something like this is an issue for you, there are things
you can do for the health of your colon. The worst damage to our
own biome comes from taking antibiotics and eating lousy food.
“Good food,” from a colon’s point of view, includes lots of fiber,
vegetables, few sugars, healthy fats like coconut and olive oils, a
wide variety of fruit and nuts. Hmmm. Sounds like a good healthy
diet for all of us!
As the head of my own condo association, I’m going to make
sure my fellow condo dwellers (my gut biome) are well cared for.
I’m having quinoa, ground flax and blueberries with coconut milk
for breakfast. And if you want to know how to conduct your own
transplant, give our clinic a visit and we’ll teach you how.
Dr. John Whitcomb is the first physician in Wisconsin to be both board certified
by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and have a master’s degree
from an American medical school in metabolic and nutritional medicine. His
office, Brookfield Longevity & Healthy Living Clinic, is located at 17585 W.
North Ave., Suite 160. For more information, call 262.784.5593 or visit www.
LiveLongMD.com.
Reference: Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology, Khoruts, June 2013.
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healthyKIDS

Fun family
activities
tailor-made
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all is a great time to enjoy the great
outdoors. Beautiful fall foliage
coupled with great weather compel
many people to spend ample time outdoors
before the arrival of harsh winter weather
drives them back indoors. The following
are a handful of activities that are tailor-
made for fall.
• Raking leaves: While raking leaves
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then do it again. When raking, encour-
age kids to collect some colorful leaves
and set them aside. Once the raking is
done, you can then enjoy making some
homemade crafts with the leaves you
and your youngsters just collected.
• Apple picking: Perhaps no activity
is more synonymous with fall than apple
picking. Many apple orchards encour-
age customers to come by and pick their
own apples in the fall. Once your family
and you have scoured the orchard for the
perfect apples, relax with a cup of warm
apple cider before returning home to
make some homemade apple sauce and,
of course, a delicious apple pie.
• Hayride: Hayrides are another fall
tradition, and many farms offer relax-
ing hayrides throughout fall. Younger
children who may tire if asked to patrol
an apple orchard for apples might find
a hayride is more their speed. Some
farms may even allow customers to
walk the grounds and visit the animals
on the premises.
• Hiking: Hiking is a fun activity that
can be enjoyed nearly year-round, but
it’s especially enjoyable in the fall. That’s
because few things in nature are as capti-
vating as a park or forest when the fall
foliage is in full bloom. Early fall also
boasts ideal temperatures for hiking,
as the mercury likely won’t rise enough
or sink low enough to produce the
kind of extreme temperatures that can
compromise a hiker’s afternoon. Instead,
fall temperatures tend to be mild and
comfortable, allowing hikers to fully
enjoy their often beautiful surroundings.
• Corn maze: Visiting a corn maze
is another activity that many people
instantly associate with fall. Some
farmers transform their cornfields into
corn mazes once the temperatures dip,
and such mazes can be fun for adults
and children alike. Though adoles-
cents can often be trusted to find their
way through corn mazes, younger kids
should be accompanied by an adult.
• Pumpkin picking: Much like apple
picking is best in fall, so is pumpkin
picking. Rather than buying your
Halloween pumpkin from the grocery
store, where your options may be limited,
go straight to the source and pick your
future jack-o’-lantern from a nearby
pumpkin patch, which will provide a
much wider selection. Let your young-
sters pick their own pumpkins and then
spend the rest of the day carving them
at home. And don’t forget to save those
seeds, which can be roasted over an open
flame to make a delicious snack.
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The importance
of meal planning
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By Holly Gonwa, NASM-CPT

A “Planning is key. Taking the time one

s summer comes to an end and
children are back at school, I
would like to share some healthy
meal ideas for families. As a parent of two
day a week to plan for the week ahead …”
growing children, I know it can be a chal-
lenge to guide them to make wise food child to decide what is best for their body package in small reusable containers for use
choices at home and away. as opposed to what looks, smells or sounds throughout the week. You can also prepare
Planning is key. Taking the time one good. Kids may be better off taking their own individual portions of healthy nuts, snack
day a week to plan for the week ahead lunches to school. Going back to the planning mixes and such ahead of time. It makes life so
takes much of the guesswork out of family a week ahead suggestion, wash and cut up a much easier! In addition, I find that making
meals and makes it easier to incorporate bunch of fruit and veggies on Sunday and continued on page 43
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enough in the freezer for later in the week.
There are countless recipes online for healthy
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Keeping our
bodies healthy
with massage
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By Laura Lenz, LMT, BA

H
aven’t we all heard the saying,
“With age comes wisdom”? While
the importance of keeping our
brains and hearts fit has become common
knowledge, we often forget the significance
of keeping our physical bodies healthy.
Massage therapy can be a very valuable tool
in keeping us fit.
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As we age, there are quite a few things
that we can easily notice about ourselves:
we can’t do as much yard work as we used
to, it gets harder to hear conversations in
restaurants and all of those nights that we
used to spend out with friends until the wee
hours now sound unappealing and tiring.
But we might not notice how our bodies
change physically. By that I don’t necessar-
ily mean the onset of arthritis or the need
for a stronger eyeglass prescription. Rather,
it’s the subtler changes that occur that can
affect our lives in small ways.
A gradual loss of muscular strength
and elasticity can start to impede how we
walk or stand. Repeatedly sitting one way
for long stretches of time can not only
cause vein and circulatory issues, but also
result in restrictions in our soft tissue.
This can make it more difficult to use the
full range of motion in our hips and legs
as we walk and move around. Thankfully,

Massage
massage can help alleviate those issues,
• and help you feel physically fit and able.
Using massage on a regular basis can help
• Facials maintain or even improve your flexibility.
By applying moderate pressure and using
long strokes, there is an increase in blood
• Ayurveda flow and circulation of lymphatic fluid.
Along with that comes a gentle stretch
to muscular and connective tissues, and
• Reiki if there is an adhesion or “knot,” your
massage therapist can easily address it.
Typically, the adhesion is worked on until
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Massage therapists are taught not only to The importance of meal planning continued from page 41
observe and recognize abnormalities in the
appearance of, say, a mole or birthmark, lunches (or making sure everyone knows Even a trip to the produce department at
but also to learn that a change in the feel or what I will be packing) the night before the grocery store can be made interest-
texture of the skin or soft tissue can give an makes for a much smoother morning. ing by seeking out fruits and veggies that
indication to a potential health issue. For It takes me seven minutes (I timed it!) to the family hasn’t been introduced to yet.
example, the development of a soft small make sandwiches and put together the rest It adds some excitement and anticipation
lump on the back of the knee (an area that of the lunch items. Seven minutes is a lot to a meal (Fear Factor, anyone?). As a
no one can see on their own) can be moni- of time on a busy morning and losing that working mother, I have come to love my
tored from visit to visit. Is it simply an insect to make a lunch adds stress to an already crockpot … and my kids have come to
bite with a strong reaction? Is there pulled hectic time of day. like casseroles. When I prepare dinners
tissue from overexertion while exercising? Families that eat dinner together are that freeze well, I always make two. One
Or could it also be what is called a Baker’s happier and healthier.1 While this can for the week ahead and one for the freezer
cyst, a benign cyst that is typically caused by be a challenge with everyone seemingly for the busy weekends when I don’t have
either a tear in the cartilage or arthritis? going in ten different directions, it is an the chance to cook or prepare ahead.
Having someone such as a massage important part of family life. I find that Making healthy choices is not easy, but it
therapist to observe your physical shifts dinner planning requires some creativity can be done. Think small changes that you
is a big plus in your health care. Massage and flexibility. When my children were can do for the whole school year. Small
therapists can alert you to any physi- little and dinner time was 6 p.m., I could changes add up. I’ve seen it happen!
cal changes that come up as time passes. not believe it when a mother of middle
Early awareness of an issue can enable school and high school children told me Holly Gonwa, NASM-CPT, is TPI
certified, has a Bachelor of Arts in
you to seek a consultation with a doctor they ate dinner at 8 p.m. But, they had
psychology and owns Pulse Personal
or specialist, and can leave time for educa- dinner together three or four nights a Training Studio, a caring profes-
tion and treatment. week, which is great! To make this special sional training studio with a mission
Your therapist should talk to you before family time happen at your house, you to bring a new and holistic approach to fitness to
her community. By offering a safe and trusting
and after your massage, and may ask for need to look at what works for your environment, she and her staff are able to help
feedback during the appointment. Please family. Maybe dinner needs to be much clients accept a sensible definition of wellness.
keep in mind that each client is differ- earlier or later than what you are accus- They help clients understand, plan and personal-
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if it feels sharp or painful, your therapist
should talk to you about what feels better
or worse, if it changes or if you’d prefer that
the area be left alone. Ultimately though,
it’s learning about your body and what it
needs to stay happy and healthy.
Regular massage helps you to not only
relax and take care of yourself, but also
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 Being your
own life coach
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By Kathy Clegg, MA, CDC

“A coach is someone who tells you what you don’t want to hear and who we are being in our inner and outer world. The soul psychol-
has you see what you don’t want to see, so you can be who you have ogy of our fingerprints (formed 14-16 weeks in the uterus) reveals
always known you can be.”  —Tom Landry who we’ve come to be … specifically, our life purpose! Our finger-
prints also show the truth of what’s getting in the way of leading a

W
hether you are your own life coach or you hire one, happier, healthier, more satisfying life: our life lesson.
the coaching process is one of looking in the mirror, A recent client of mine knew she was meant for more; she yearned
burning in the fire and basking in the light. for something to change in her life so she could be free of the “stuck”
My favorite way to start the coaching process is with a hand feeling she was experiencing. She came to me with the intention of
analysis; it’s accurate and truthful. The lines in our hands tell us finding clarity through hand analysis. After printing her hands, I saw
markings that showed proof of why she was feeling “stuck” and how
she needed to move forward. Where did we go from there?
I’ve been coaching and counseling for a long time, and one
thing I’ve found consistent with most clients is their need to “clear
their clutter.” Confused and muddled thinking is reflected around
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Fryatt Fitness & Nutrition, LLC along with that comes mind chatter, repeated stories, old memo-
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helping you achieve your fitness and health goals.” our brains. The “physical stuff ” and “mind stuff ” go hand in hand,
or perhaps I should say “brain to hand,” because the lines in our
• Personal Training hands develop as a direct result of our neurological brain patterns.
• Weight Loss Coaching My client had lines that indicated a drain of her energy, and more
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in fresh oxygen, allowing space for new thoughts, new ideas, new
adventures and new possibilities to enter both at home and at work.
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The key to
calorie deficits
and energy
balance for
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By Courtney Fryatt, M.Ed., NASM-CPT, WLS
How many crash diets have you tried? If you are like the average
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The key to losing weight and keeping it off is energy balance and
creating the correct calorie deficit for your body. What this means
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Think of it as a scale with the food (calories) that you eat on the left
side and the calories that you burn off on the right side. If the left
side is heavier, you have consumed more food than you’ve burned,
and you will gain weight. If the scale is equal, you will maintain
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There are so many options to choose from right at your fingertips.
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but you do need to know what you are putting in your body and
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Courtney Fryatt, M.Ed., NASM-CPT, CI-CPT, WLS, is the owner of Fryatt
Fitness and Nutrition, LLC. She is a certified personal trainer and a weight loss
specialist certified through NASM and The Cooper Institute. A former high school
athletic director, she has also coached at the collegiate and high school levels, and
is a certified TRX® Suspension Training instructor. For more information, visit
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You may remember Miss Havisham in Charles Dickens’ novel,

“Great Expectations.” She’s an over-the-top example of a woman
The MAP of YOUR LIFE
frozen in time holding on to her humiliation and heartbreak while
she merely exists in her decaying cobwebbed mansion. She clearly
is IN YOUR HANDS
needed a life coach! She needed someone she could trust, who
would tell her what she couldn’t hear or see on her own. Taking SCIENTIFIC HAND ANALYSIS
off the wedding dress and dumping the untouched wedding cake AND LIFE COACHING
would have been a good start! Shift Consciousness
If you want to live life with inspiration, passion and renewed Redefine Relationships
energy again … take action to be your own life COACH. Collapse Limiting Beliefs
I leave you with these five action steps: TRANSFORM Align with Your Life Purpose
1. Clarity: Get clear on who you are and what you want. (Hand
YOUR LIFE
analysis is a fast and accurate method, coming straight from
your soul.) LET ME BE
2. Obstacle: Identify what’s draining your energy and passion YOUR GUIDE
for life.
3. Affirm your intention: Simplify your life.
4. Clear your clutter.
5. Hold yourself accountable: Complete one action daily.
That should keep you moving forward until next month when we
connect again!

Kathy Clegg, MA, CDC, IASHA certified, is a creative life coach, coun-
selor and hand analyst with MP Possibilities Coaching, LLC. For more
262.224.0774
information, call 262.224.0774 or visit www.mppossibilities.com. kathy@mppossibilities.com

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Green Design Center
2201 Badger Ct., Waukesha
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GDC has many products that will
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personal training
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203 W. Wisconsin Ave. Pewaukee
262.422.5704
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Fryatt Fitness & Nutrition focuses on the individual
as a whole. We are dedicated to providing you the
quality care that you deserve. We offer one-on-
one personal training, group training and classes.
Specialties include weight loss, performance train-
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training and run/walk training plans for your next
5K, 10K, half or full marathon. Call or email for a
consultation and to set up your next steps to the
new, healthy you!
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W61 N397 Washington Ave., Cedarburg
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Our approach is about
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prana. Areas of focus are post rehab, sport spe-
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youth fitness and weight loss. We offer nutrition-
al training, peer personal training where you and
a partner come to encourage each other during
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11649 N. Port Washington Rd., Ste. 109, Mequon
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communityCALENDAR
Saturday, September 28 • 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
Yoga in the Park
A Mala Celebration in honor of National Yoga
Month. Join us for 108 Sun Salutations in the
park. Bask in the energy of the outdoors and the
community of people that will come together for
this energizing event. It will awaken the body and
the soul.
Come for the whole morning or just for part of
it. Class will be held at Cutler Park in front of the
Waukesha Public Library, 321 Wisconsin Ave., ad-
jacent to downtown Waukesha. Bring a mat and
other props you may desire.
For more information, contact Alyssa with
Reaching Treetops Yoga for more information,
262.501.1572, reachingtreetopsyoga.com.
Tuesday, September 3
• 6:00-6:30 Registration
• 6:30-7:00 p.m. Arbonne Business
Overview
• 7:00-8:00 p.m. Feeling Fit & Fabulous
Health Program
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and Financially FREE
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trol of your health and finances by becoming and
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Explore and sample Arbonne’s fit essentials, glu-
ten- free, and vegan certified nutritionals. Ridge-
way Country Club 2913 County Road II Neenah.
Reserve your seat today! Contact Becky at
920.843.1142 or becky.schmalz@gmail.com.
Saturday, September 21 • 10 a.m.
Nancy’s Run, Rock & Stroll
Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance presents the
8th annual Nancy’s Run, Rock & Stroll at Cool
Waters Pavillion at Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th
Street, West Allis. Race day registration starts at
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5K Run, 2-Mile Walk, Rascal Romp (Children un-
der 8), Bark in the Park (2-mile dog walk) and Vir-
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veins are the culprit, Vena can get you on the road
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Call us today for your free consultation.
Veterinary Services
Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary Complex
S73 W16790 Janesville Rd., 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 ap-
preciate 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 natu-
ral means for pets and their people, influencing a
pet’s entire being in a complete and positive manner.
Experienced doctors utilize natural nutrition, titre test-
ing, Western and Chinese herbals, essential oils and
acupuncture to address individual patient needs.
Yoga
Reaching Treetops Yoga
Alyssa Konda, RYT
Locations: Badger Health Center
S31W24757 Sunset Dr., Waukesha
The Fitness & Wellness COOP
2442 N Grandview Blvd., Waukesha
262.501.1572
reachingtreetopsyoga@gmail.com
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Reaching Treetops Yoga is the
first studio to offer Aerial Yoga
classes in Wisconsin. This invigo-
rating style of yoga is taught by
certified and qualified instructors
that also offer Hatha, Chair, Vinyasa and Restor-
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For an overall mind/body experience enjoy Zum-
ba, R.I.P.P.E.D. and Tai Chi. Massage and Holistic
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