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FEATURE STORY
Changing the face of dentistry:
Dr. William J. Twohig and team
lead the way to natural health
ON THE COVER:
DR. WILLIAM J. TWOHIG AND STAFF
Photos by Melissa Alderton Photography.
DEPARTMENTS
7 LETTER FROM THE TEAM

Giving thanks
14 HEALTHY PETS

Careful! The holidays can be
hazardous to pets
18 FIT BODIES
10 Understanding metabolism

Expert answers to your
health and wellness questions
20 HEALTHY KIDS

How progressive education
helps children flourish
Learn how to recover from stress and get

control of your health
12 By the numbers: 10 sad truths about

the American way of death
16 Prepping for the holidays

22 How HGH affects your body
32 HEALTHY FINANCES

Avoiding holiday debt
64 HEALTHY EATING

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Turkey Pot Pie
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Jane welcomes her son into
the world naturally
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Healthy in spirit: Gratitude is good for you

Make today the day to change
A sound connection for inner health
Thyroid testing: The untold story
Celebrating compassionate employers
Be real for the holidays!
Supplements for children
Freedom from birth myths
Return to exercise
Frequency specific microcurrent
What supplements should I take to lower my blood sugar?
Emu oil: Natures miracle
Dont have cold feet about winter foot care
Protein for healthy children
Be thankful for family caregivers
The power of our thoughts
What to do about stress
Roasted Pumpkin Spice Chickpeas
Oil pulling
Dont go to sleep on your pain just sleep!
Demystifying EMDR therapy
Good communication builds good relationships
I didnt know I could recycle that
Carbohydrate addiction
Drumming smart
Relaxation and de-stressing
Is homeopathy part of
your wellness plan?
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Giving thanks
November is catered to comfort: cozy blankets, scented candles and hearty meals
meant to touch our souls and bring about pleasant nostalgia. Its easy to envision
the things the season brings, but what about what it brings about in us?
It can be difficult to think of this month without jumping to Thanksgiving
and the sometimes-hectic anticipation surrounding it. Every year, the fourth
Thursday of the month is an excitedly and anxiously awaited celebration with
enough stress to go around.
Amongst the warmth and contentment of the season, where does this oftenaccompanying pressure come from? Hosting the annual event and preparing food
for family and friends? The inevitable aftermath and cleanup? Maybe from the
notion that Thanksgiving opens the gate to the whirlwind that is the winter season.
What the holiday is really about is simple: giving thanks.
In our everyday lives, things become ordinary. This isnt necessarily a negative, but we tend to take things for granted and forget to appreciate the little
things. Yet in November, we spend the weeks leading up to the big day thinking
about what we are most grateful for.
What if we carried this tradition into our lives year-round? How much richer
would our moments be?
Much, according to Michael Craig Miller, M.D., former editor-in-chief of
the Harvard Mental Health Letter and an assistant professor of psychiatry at
Harvard Medical School. There are several advantages to feeling and expressing
gratitude.
BEING THANKFUL CAN HELP YOU:
Feel more positive emotions. Relish good experiences. Improve health. Deal
with adversity. Build strong relationships.
Being appreciated and recognizing worth in others simply feels good, but really,
being grateful also has clear benefits.
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is
not to utter words, but to live by them. John F. Kennedy
Natures Pathways feels honored to offer you words providing health and wellness wisdom to live by. Thank you for supporting us and our mission to bring
our community together.
Were grateful for you this Thanksgiving and every season.
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Learn how to
recover from
stress and
get control of
your
health

By Randi Mann, NP
ach of us responds to the stressors in our lives in our own

unique way. As a womens health care nurse practitioner
who employs a functional medicine approach and has
helped thousands of women with hormone issues over the past 20
years, I have frequently seen long-term, unremitting stress cause
many health issues for women.
Since prehistoric times, our bodies have been designed to
respond to brief periods of intense stress with long periods of rest
and recovery in between. For example, a cavewoman might need
to run from a lion to survive and then have weeks to recover from
the scary event before another animal came around to hunt her!
While few of us have to survive lion attacks today, there are loads
of other stressors that contribute to our health issues on a daily
basis!
The human bodys stress response system includes endocrine
glands that make up the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA)
axis and the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). These regulate
our flight-or-fight-or-faint response, which is needed in times of
immediate danger.
The adrenal glands, key players in stress hormone production,
release hormones such as cortisol and dehydroepiandrosterone
(DHEA), along with epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine. This short-term hormone release is vital to our survival.
However, stress that is not relieved causes a continuous release of
cortisol and adrenaline into the blood stream and can be damaging to the body.
Over time, high levels of cortisol can lead to insulin resistance,
weaken your immune system and even cause muscle wasting. In
healthy conditions, cortisol is released in response to stress and
DHEA is released then to counterbalance the cortisol.
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Signs of too much stress/HPA axis

dysfunction
Unexplained weight loss or gain

Fatigue (especially difficulty getting out of bed in the
morning)
Salt and sugar cravings
Joint and muscle aches and pains
Feelings of tired and wired
Sleep disturbances
Low blood pressure
Low sex drive
Thyroid imbalances
Dizziness upon standing
Shakiness if you skip a meal
Hair loss
Falling asleep when you dont want to
(reading or watching TV)
Feeling weary and irritable most of the time
Three stages of HPA axis dysfunction
Stage 1: Alarm Phase (hyper-cortisol) in this stage, one feels

tired but wired and restless with high cortisol output and inadequate signaling to turn it off. Persons in this phase may have occasional sleeplessness and appear high strung, agitated or anxious.
Stage 2: Resistance Phase (hypo-cortisol) may be the result of

ongoing acute stress or years of mild stress without balancing rest
and relaxation. Lab tests may show erratic patterns of cortisol and
reduced levels of DHEA with symptoms of fatigue.
Doing something relaxing daily (yoga, prayer, reading,

walking, taking a warm bath, etc.)
Not over-exercising; keep your heart rate under 90 beats per
minute until your fatigue is lifted
Eating a healthy, low glycemic diet (i.e., consume nuts or nut
butter with fruit)
Avoiding foods that cause any adverse reaction (wheat and
dairy are common inflammatory foods)
Avoiding excess alcohol and sugar (both are toxic and
inflammatory)
Considering supplementation with high-quality vitamins,
minerals, omega-3 fats, vitamin C and pharmacy-grade adaptogenic herbs
Stage 3: Exhaustion Phase (hypo-cortisol) usually associated

with many symptoms such as severe fatigue, insomnia, depression, hormonal imbalances, pain and inflammation.
Diagnosis
A skilled health care provider can help you recover from whatever
stage of HPA dysfunction you are in by listening to your symptoms, seeking to understand your lifestyle and nutritional status
and offering saliva testing to detect if you have an imbalance in
your cortisol and DHEA levels.
Treatment
Recognize that your adrenal glands are not the underlying cause
they are just caught in the crossfire. The best treatment is to
address the root cause: stress. I encourage my patients to identify
their daily stressors and take back their health by establishing a
healthy daily routine, including:
Getting at least eight hours of refreshing sleep (go to bed by
10 p.m.)
Learning to say no when you have reached your limit
Eating a protein-rich breakfast (containing 20-25 grams of
protein) before 10 a.m.
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with other systems in your body. Seek care from a health care
professional who is skilled at assessing your specific stage of HPA
dysfunction and other hormone imbalances, and who can help you
determine what actions to take to improve your health.
Randi Mann, WHNP-BC, NCMP, is the owner of Wise Woman
Wellness, LLC, an innovative wellness center in De Pere. Mann is a
board-certified womens health nurse practitioner, NAMS-certified
menopause practitioner and offers the best of conventional and
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Understanding
metabolism

By Dr. Herbert Coussons
any people misunderstand metabolism and how it is

measured. Metabolism is the energy used for all of the
activities that take place inside of our cells. Our bodies
continually make enzymes, proteins and hormones. Each cell
reproduces to replace dead cells. All of this takes energy to run
the machine that accomplishes all of these tasks. Metabolism
does not involve movement or activity or exercise. It happens at
rest and is the sum total of every cells calorie consumption to just
be alive. It is often referred to as the resting energy expenditure
(REE) or the basal metabolic rate (BMR).
Metabolism varies among individuals based on gender, age,
body composition and health status. It is usually higher in men
compared to women. It slows as we age. It is higher in people with
increased muscle mass and less fat. And some health problems
such as low thyroid may slow the metabolism.
We can calculate metabolism with a variety of tools. The data
inputs such as body build (height and weight), gender and age
can be used to calculate an estimated metabolism. Using a more
detailed body composition measurement, such as a bio impedance scale report, can yield a more accurate number. But to truly
measure metabolism requires some sophisticated testing.
Calorimetry is the measurement of metabolism. For each breath
we take, a measurable amount of oxygen is inhaled. This oxygen
is absorbed and makes its way through the circulatory system into
each cell. There, in the mitochondria of the cytoplasm, the oxygen
is consumed in a chemical equation that can be quantified the
Krebs cycle. This equation uses carbohydrate and other nutrients plus the oxygen to produce energy to drive metabolism. A
byproduct of this equation is carbon dioxide (CO2).
Our bodies are not 100 percent efficient; not every molecule of
oxygen is consumed in the equation. So when we exhale, we release
CO2 and the leftover oxygen. Calorimetry measures the oxygen
going in and the CO2 and oxygen exhaled. From this we also can
use the equation of the Krebs cycle to accurately calculate the calories of the nutrients being consumed. The more oxygen consumed,
the more we burn calories and the greater our metabolism.
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This oxygen consumption can be measured at rest or during

activity. When measured at rest, this gives the most accurate BMR
or REE possible. You may have seen elite athletes on a stationary
bike, wearing a breathing mask that is connected to a computer
and other equipment. The mask or mouthpiece is capturing in a
closed circuit the amount of oxygen breathed in and out on every
breath. We can measure the amount of oxygen consumed over
10-20 minutes and calculate a very accurate metabolism. This is
very important to the athlete to test endurance, fitness and exercise
capacity by measuring the total oxygen consumed. (VO2max). At
rest it gives us the BMR or REE.
It is very helpful to know ones exact BMR/REE when recommending a diet or exercise program. If the estimates for metabolism
are off by even 150 calories then a patient may gain up to a pound
every three weeks. This adds up to over 17 pounds gained per year!
To achieve success at weight loss and to keep the weight off you
have to know a reliable measurement of metabolic rate. We cannot
rely on the estimates based on sex, height, weight and age. Being
off only a few calories per day leads to massive weight gain.
If you are interested in learning more about your individual metabolism, please
contact our office in DePere at 920-330-9033, or you read more about the testing
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Dr. Herb Coussons, M.D., is a board-certified OB/GYN and a member of the
American Society of Bariatric Physicians. He is the medical director of MediWeightloss in De Pere. I enjoy the successful practice of weight loss, because I am
concerned about the health of my patients, and there is no better way to improve
health and change lives than thru weight loss with nutrition and activity.
References: ReeVue Indirect Calorimeter. http://korr.com/products/reevue.
A New Handheld Device for Measuring Resting Metabolic Rate and Oxygen
Consumption. Journal of the American Dietetic Association. D.C. Nieman.
http://1.usa.gov/1tFyxW1.
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By the numbers:
10 sad truths about
the American way
of
death

By Jonas A. Zahn
Photo by Julie Zahn
he American way of death, when

studied from perspectives that
include carbon lifecycle analysis,
biodegradability, local-sourcing, toxicity
and sustainability, reveals many sad truths.
The death care industry causes significant
and unnecessary harm to our planet.
Here are 10 sad truths worth talking
about:
and concrete burial vaults add up to an

annual carbon footprint of more than 2.5
million tons of CO2.
2.5 million tons of CO2
100,000 tons of steel, brass

and copper
The carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from

the American way of death including
cremations, buried steel and wood caskets,
18,078 tons per capita
The United States has the largest per capita

carbon footprint on the planet: more than
three times the world average and more
than 10 times Indias carbon footprint.
Every year, we bury more than 90,000 tons

of steel caskets, 14,000 tons of steel burial
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The U.S.
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is the nations
third largest
contributor of
airborne mercury
contamination.
vaults and 2,700 tons of copper and brass
caskets in Americas cemeteries. We bury
enough steel to build a 100-story highrise building every year. These metals will
never be reclaimed or recycled. These are
expensive materials in terms of the carbon
footprint and also the toxic pollution
required to extract, refine and manufacture them.
1,400 degrees Fahrenheit
A typical cremation exposes human

remains to a direct flame reaching temperatures of 1,400 to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit for a duration of two to three hours,
resulting in a carbon footprint of 350
to 600 pounds of CO2. Its high school
chemistry and conservation of mass. Take

the combined mass of human remains,
cremation container and fuel used in
cremation, less the mass of cremated
remains returned in the urn. Fossil fuel,
a hydro-carbon, is composed of hydrogen, carbon and oxygen. Our bodies are
65 percent oxygen, 18 percent carbon and
10 percent hydrogen by mass. Incineration
of our bodies with fossil fuels primarily
produces CO2.
Third-largest contributor
of airborne mercury
contamination
The U.S. Environmental Protection

Agency estimates that cremation is the
nations third largest contributor of
airborne mercury contamination. The
National Research Council estimates that
more than 60,000 children are born each
year at risk for adverse neurodevelopmental effects due to in-utero exposure to
mercury.
37 people
At the Madison Isthmus Green Day Festival last April, I kept a tally of 37 individuals who pledged to change their end-of-life
funeral plans from cremation to a natural
burial after learning about the toxicity of
cremation. Making clear and objective
information available to families who
want to make an informed choice has a
profound impact.
2,500 pounds of CO2 from

wicker caskets
Many funeral homes offer natural burial

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

concrete vaults
Every year, Americas cemeteries bury

enough steel-reinforced concrete to
build a highway from New York to San
Francisco. Prior to 1900, concrete vaults
were unheard of. While concrete vaults
do provide some function in cemetery
service, vaults are not required by law in
Wisconsin. In terms of carbon, concrete
production is the worlds most expensive building material and is responsible for 5 percent of the global carbon
footprint.
Jonas A. Zahn is the owner of the Northwoods Casket Company and Carriage House Works.
Jonas is uncompromising in his commitment to sustainability using locally-sourced woods,
local craftsmen (and women), and environmentally safe paints and finishes to build caskets
and classic Arts & Crafts furniture. The company plants 100 trees for every casket made. The
Northwoods Casket Company offers a wide range of sustainable burial caskets and cremation
products and delivers to every funeral home in Wisconsin. Carriage House Works builds fine handcrafted
furniture, sells reclaimed wood flooring and distributes milk paint with environmentally safe natural oil
finishes. The casket gallery and furniture store are located in Beaver Dam. Learn more by visiting www.
NorthwoodsCasket.com.
References: Iron and Steel Emissions. Global Greenhouse Warming. http://bit.ly/1t09b2i.
Cremation FAQ. National Funeral Directors Association. http://bit.ly/1sHvJpK.
Chemical Composition of the Human Body. Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D. About.com. http://abt.
cm/1qaO6NB.
Crematory Emissions Data. No Crematory. http://bit.ly/1nTZc8t.
Statistics. National Funeral Directors Association. http://nfda.org/media-center/statistics.html.
Hillenbrand Management Discusses Q4 2013 Results. Seeking Alpha. http://bit.ly/1saf9is.
Calculate Air Freight Emissions with Our Carbon Footprint Calculator. Climate Friendly. www.climatefriendly.com/Business/Calculators/airfreight.
Environmental Impact of Concrete. Wikipedia. http://bit.ly/1dtvXpy.
$8,343 for a funeral
The median cost of a funeral reported by

the National Funeral Directors Association for 2012 is $8,343 and includes $2,400
for a steel casket and $1,300 for a concrete
burial vault. In 1960, the average cost of a
funeral was $708.
800,000 caskets annually
One company, Hillenbrand, Inc. (HI),

manufactures and sells 45 percent of the
1.8 million caskets sold in the United
States annually under the Batesville Casket
Company brand acquired by John A.
Hillenbrand in 1906. Profits from casket
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Careful! The
holidays can
be hazardous
to pets
Make it a festive
and safe season

he holiday season is full of joy.

But in the midst of decorating and
socializing, pet owners may overlook the needs of their pets. Hectic schedules and homes full of unusual dcor can
throw pets off-kilter.
No pet owner wants their pet to feel
uncomfortable or suffer any injuries, so its
important that owners exercise caution with
the following items come the holiday season.
the course during the holiday season. Dogs

should avoid all chocolate, but dark chocolate poses a particularly serious threat.
Chocolate can cause agitation, elevated
heart rate, diarrhea, vomiting, seizures and
even death. In addition, candy or cookies
sweetened with the artificial sweetener
xylitol can cause a dangerous drop in
blood pressure for dogs.
BONES: Is turkey on the menu for the
ingested, pine needles can puncture the

intestines of pets. In search of an easy drink,
dogs and cats may be drawn to the fresh
water reservoir of live trees, increasing the
likelihood that they knock over a Christmas tree, injuring themselves and causing
damage around the house. Trees should be
properly secured, and fallen needles should
be promptly discarded.
family feast? If so, resist the urge to toss

some bones and scraps to dogs or cats. Small
bones or bone chips can become lodged in
the digestive tracts of pets and cause serious
injury. If you want to provide your pet with
a holiday treat, choose a safer alternative.
AROMATIC OILS: The holidays are not
the same without the familiar scent of mint,

cinnamon or pine. Some people resort to
scented candles or aromatherapy oils to
create the perfect holiday ambiance. But
some synthetic aromas or even natural
extracts sometimes can be toxic to cats and
dogs. Stick to nontoxic items and keep them
well out of the pets reach.
CHOCOLATE AND OTHER SWEETS:
An abundance of treats seems to be par for

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PINE NEEDLES AND TREES: When
TINSEL AND DECORATIONS: Skip
the tinsel if you have a cat. Felines are

likely to mistake tinsel for a toy. Eating
tinsel can cause severe damage to a cats
intestinal tract, as it may get caught in the
stomach while the rest of it continues to
pass through the intestines. Tinsel also may
wrap around the tongue, increasing the cats
risk of choking. Ornaments also are tempting playthings. Cats may pounce on glass
ornaments, breaking them and suffering

injury. Keep pets in mind when selecting
tree ornaments, and opt for unbreakable
ornaments when possible.
ELECTRICAL CORDS: The American
Animal Hospital Association says holiday

lights mean more electrical cords for kittens
and puppies to chew. Secure all cords and
keep them out of reach of pets.
CANDLES: The subtle flicker of a lit candle
can add ambiance to a space. But all it takes

is the swish of a tail or the pat of a paw to
knock over a candle and spark a fire. Never
leave lit candles unattended. If you have
boisterous pets, opt for LED simulated
candles instead.
ALCOHOL: Spirits are sometimes a part
of celebrations, but alcoholic beverages

should be kept out of reach of pets. Alcohol
suppresses the immune system, and it can
result in significant health issues for pets
who consume it.
The holiday season is a time for celebration.
Ensure that these festivities are as safe for
pets as they are enjoyable.
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Prepping for
the
holidays

By Meridith Starling
o matter our religious or cultural

backgrounds, we all tend to have
celebrations this time of year. It
seems to start with the back-to-school
chaos, roll through Halloween and pick up
steam heading into November. The holidays can be a doubled-edged sword. On
one side is the excitement and fun, on the
other side is the stress of trying to fit it all
in. Our society has built up holidays into
a massive culmination of events to launch
the New Year! But getting to 2015 may take
some help.
As we enter into the holiday season, let
us not lose sight as to what is really important. Over the past few months we have
seen countless Ice Bucket Challenges and
now there is a shift to the Gratitude Challenge. Whether you subscribe to social
media or not, these challenges are a good
reminder of what we each hold special and
important in our lives.
Try to take a moment each day to reflect
on something you are grateful for. What

made you feel loved? What made you
happy? When life gets overwhelming, take
time to pause for a minute and think about
things that you can feel good about.
Tips for a healthy and happy season:
1. Remember why you celebrate your
faiths holiday. Use this time to explore
your culture with your children and
turn this into not just a learning experience, but a way to connect with family.
2. Remember that stuff is just stuff. As
a mom, I admit I have stressed over
the amount of gifts under the tree and
thinking that more is better. What I,
as well as other mothers polled, have
found is that too much is overwhelming
not just for the kids, but the parents.
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Pack a carry-on that can hold
snacks, a change of clothes and
toiletries to get you through an
unexpected overnight in a random
city/airport.
Have a few items to keep the kids
busy in flight as well as in the
airport.
Pack empty sippy cups/water bottles.
When passing out beverages, airlines
do not think about lids on drinks for
kids. One bump of turbulence and
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lose sight as to what is really important.
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Question: Is there a proper way to breathe when lifting weights?

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s parents and caregivers, we have the pleasure and privilege of being the inspiration for our childrens first learning experiences. As a parent, I had always envisioned
what key ingredients I believed should be an integral part of the
learning experience for my three children. First and foremost,
educational experiences, in their best moments, will inspire a love
of learning that continues for each child into adulthood. Second,
these experiences will be geared toward both the individual and
toward the community, that each child be awakened to their
uniqueness and talents, and be encouraged to develop a healthy
and inquisitive acceptance of the multi-faceted world we live in.
Additionally, learning requires trust and safety in all ways intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual.
These key ingredients are what have inspired me to become a
fan of what is known as progressive education.
Progressive education as we know it today was seeded by
John Dewey, who led a movement of student-centered learning,
opposing the authoritative and rigid model of the 1920s. While
progressive schools today come in many forms, some principles
are common to them all:
CHILD-CENTERED CURRICULUM: Learning is driven by
the interest of each individual child.
A HANDS-ON APPROACH: Learning happens when we
touch, taste, feel and do.
DEPTH: Subject matter is not compartmentalized, but each
relates to the next, as it is in life.
DEMOCRACY: The members of the classroom are a part of
the decision making about the rules of the classroom, and
help uphold those rules.
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT: Parents are encouraged to
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The central ideal of these

educational experiences is that
each child has intrinsic value,
and should be treated with
respect and consideration.
participate in decision making with teachers and their children as part of a community of learners.
THOUGHTFUL, ORGANIC ASSESSMENTS: Teachers
and children know each other well. There are no letter grades
but rather genuine, in-depth narratives written and shared in
order to deepen the understanding of the social, emotional,
intellectual and physical needs and progress of each child.
MULTI-AGE CLASSROOMS: Classrooms are often multiage, with a familial feel. Children are encouraged to make
friends across age groups, to help each other like family, and
are encouraged to work in their own style and pace.
Progressive schools are not necessarily private schools, public
schools, parochial schools or home schools. The central ideal
of these educational experiences is that each child has intrinsic
value, and should be treated with respect and consideration. Small
class sizes are of proven value in this kind of education.
Students flourish in progressive schools, a fact demonstrated
most strikingly in countries such as Finland, which boasts one
of the most successful and most progressive educational

systems in the world. Though some of their practices may seem
surprising to an American audience, their results are impressive. So in closing, I leave you with five interesting facts about the
Finnish educational system:
1. Finnish children do not start school until age 7, and are not
measured at all for the first six years of their education.
2. The national curriculum is only broad guidelines.
3. Students rarely take exams or do homework until they are
well into their teens.
4. Thirty percent of students receive extra help during their
first nine years of school.
5. Ninety-three percent of Finns graduate from high school
(thats 17.5 percent higher than in the United States).
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HGH is a naturally produced hormone
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high. However, as we reach adulthood,
typically shortly after age 20, that natural
production drops off considerably. Our
bodies have stopped growing, so the
body makes less HGH.
The synthetic form of HGH was introduced in 1985. It was developed and
approved by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) for specific
prescription uses, such as genetic disorders, pituitary disease in children who
did not grow normally, and HIV/AIDS
patients with muscular atrophy. In these
cases, there are significantly lower than
normal levels of HGH in the body.
In 1990, the New England Journal of
Medicine published a study that appeared
to indicate that synthetic HGH might

have promising results. This development
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Websites sell non-FDA approved,
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problem is that this experimental use may
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particularly for extended or long-term use.
In fact, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists says the use of HGH
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Healthy
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By Rev. April Kain-Breese
ratitude is good for you! An attitude of gratitude will help you to

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The practice of gratitude is actually a
spiritual practice that can be valuable to everyone, no matter their
age, gender, financial or social status, religious affiliation or lack
thereof. Gratitude is one of the most effective tools I know for
getting relief in any situation. And its free, requiring no membership, no special tools or equipment, no training. All you need is
the willingness to try it.
If you find yourself stressed, angry, hurt, worried about
finances or family, feeling sick, having car trouble, or facing any
other dilemma, try practicing gratitude. Begin to create a mental
list of all the people, places, things, experiences, resources, natural
phenomena and anything else for which you are grateful.

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am warm enough right now. I have a home to live in. The furnace
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I am grateful for my family, for my memories, for all the places
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your family be if they didnt have you in their life? Often we get
caught up in taking care of everyone elses needs and ours get
placed on that backburner. You owe it to yourself and your family
to take the time to focus on improving your health mentally,
emotionally and physically. Be proactive. Dont let things get to
the point of boiling over before you decide to make a change!
Change is typically never a linear process. We take a few steps
forward and a couple steps back. With persistence comes success.
If youre overwhelmed and dont know where to start, there is
nothing wrong with asking for help. Fitness professionals such
as registered dieticians and certified personal trainers are a great
place to start. Also, there is a whole field of psychology dedicated
toward helping individuals to make a lasting lifestyle change: wellness coaching.
Wellness coaches are trained in the psychology of behavior
changes and how to best guide their clients toward successful
healthy habits. Unless an individual is ready to move forward
through each stage of change, they will not be successful at maintaining a lasting lifestyle change.
A lot of individuals may be stuck in the lifestyle change stage
of pre-contemplation. This is not even recognizing that there is
a problem. Often individuals who dont realize they have health
concerns wont know to make a change until the straw breaks the
camels back.
After a problem is realized, the next lifestyle change stage is
contemplation. Contemplation is when an individual is considering making a change. They weigh their options and think about
moving forward. Im sure that each of us can think of a time when
we have wanted one of our loved ones to become healthy and tried
to encourage them in every way possible to take responsibility. But
until they realize this for themselves and are ready, willing and able
to make that change, they will remain in the stage of contemplation.
When an individual is actively taking steps toward reaching
their goal, they are considered to be in the action stage. A lot of

behavior changes take time. Its not easy to break a habit. Be patient
with yourself and others when attempting to make a lasting lifestyle change and realize that it will take time.
Once an individual is successful at making a lifestyle change,
they remain in the maintenance phase. It is possible to relapse
while in the maintenance phase. If this does occur, the best thing
you can do is try to pull it together and learn from it. If you get
down on yourself, it is likely the self-destructive behavior may
continue. What can you do in the future to prevent a relapse from
reoccurring? Understand what triggers cause your behavior to
reveal itself, forgive yourself and move on.
There will always be an excuse to put off the uncomfortable.
As difficult as it may be, there is no time like the present to take
the first step toward a healthier, happier you. Life cannot be lived
sitting on the couch. Stand up and take action. Fight for the things
you want out of life. Take advantage of every moment, every day.
Get fit I dare you!
Heather LaFond is the sole owner and operator of Prana Groove
& Defiant Fitness. She is an ACSM-certified personal trainer with
a strong track record for helping clients successfully achieve their
health and wellness goals. Heather has a B.S. in human biology with
an emphasis in exercise science and more than five years of experience in personal and group fitness training. Her passion for health and fitness is
driven by her motivation to help others achieve what they once thought impossible.
For more information, contact Prana Groove & Defiant Fitness, 1402 Clark St.,
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A sound
connection
for inner
health

By Katie Presutti and Ashley Holly
A tethered bird grows tired from flying in every

direction, finding no rest anywhere, and settles
down at last on the very same perch on which
it is tied. In the same way the mind, tired of
wandering around here and there settles down
at last in the Self, its life and breath, to which it
is bound. Chandogya Upanishad
ave you heard about meditation?

How about sound massage? Our
world seems to be in overdrive,
moving at rapid speeds with technology and
to-do lists. Meditation is a process of practicing focus and witnessing awareness. A close
connection and form of deep relaxation can
be found by experiencing a sound massage.
Both of these practices offer an avenue of
inner health.
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Similar to yoga, there are many ways

to meditate and many different schools of
thought around meditation techniques.
Meditation is not a religion but instead an
all-inclusive, accessible method for enhancing ones understanding of their own life and
belief systems. Meditation does not require
any participant to have a particular belief
system or pattern to receive a multitude of
benefits.
Just like meditation, sounds and their
vibrations can have a profound effect on
our ability to relax and clear away tension or
blockages within the body. Sound massage is
beginning to make its way into our Western
culture to provide another avenue of wellness. Tibetan therapy bowls are used to
bring about deep relaxation for the receiver.
Benefits of experiencing a sound therapy

session can include:
It feels great: both relaxing and
meditative
Reduced stress, anxiety and negative
thinking
Lowered heart rate and blood pressure
Improved circulation, regulated breathing, balanced emotions, more positive
feelings/thoughts
Raised self-awareness, insight and clarity
Increased confidence and creativity
Sound massage was developed in 1984 by
Peter Hess in Germany. It has just begun to
find its way to our Western world with just a
few certified teachers practicing.
A beautiful metaphor has been used to
Just like meditation,

sounds and their
vibrations can have
a profound effect
on our ability to
relax and clear away
tension or blockages
within the body.
describe a relaxation sound massage in Peter
Hesss book, Singing Bowls for Health &
Inner Harmony: Just like when a stone
is dropped into a pond, concentric waves
spread over the waters surface. Every molecule of the water is set moving. During sound
massage, something similar happens within
our body, for it consists of 80 percent liquid.
The gentle sound waves spread through
liquid in tissues, muscles, tendons, bones,
cavities and organs. These waves stimulate the entire body, allowing for tension and
blockages to clear away. The more the body

is free of tension, the farther spreading of
the sound. Free your body of stressors with
sound waves and allow your mind to open
to a regular meditation practice.
Meditation has been practiced since
ancient times and was originally designed to
help deepen ones experience of life. Today,
meditation is successfully used for relaxation, proving to be our antidote to rising
levels of disease and stress in our American life. Scientific evidence from 20 Scientific Reasons to Start Meditating Today,
by Emma M. Seppala, also illustrates how
meditation boosts your health, happiness
and social life. It improves productivity and
changes the brain so one may begin to feel
more positive emotions, an enhanced level

of self-control, and much more. Meditation
is the most convenient and readily available
technique for enhancing quality of life.
During the practice of primordial sound
meditation, attention is focused on a personalized sound or vibration with no particular
meaning, but a high level of significance.
This results in calming the mind, detoxifying the body and beginning a life-changing
transformation. During meditation, we get
to know ourselves on a deeper level and
become more aware of how we can achieve
that which we desire in life. It is not uncommon for people who meditate regularly to
experience greater happiness, peace, love,
meaning and purpose in life.
Gina Armstrong, owner of Balance on Buffalo, is a Peter Hess sound massage trainer and practitioner.
Connect with her to experience the true bliss of a sound massage.
Ashley Holly, yoga instructor at Balance on Buffalo, was trained in primordial sound meditation as well as
yoga and meditation at the Chopra Center in Carlsbad, California. She will be leading a primordial sound
meditation course in January 2015 at Balance on Buffalo. What an amazing way to begin the year!
Katie Presutti, RYT, is the director of creative development at Balance on Buffalo which exists as an oasis...
providing a safe and nurturing space in which to manifest and empower your own innate capacity to heal.
Massage therapy and bodywork, sound massage, Reiki, coupled with our ongoing yoga classes, kirtan and
special workshops are all intended to spark an unfolding of the beauty and human potential that each of us
carry within. We are here to guide and nurture a greater awareness and unification of mind, body, heart and
spirit by exploring the space that divides them. For more information please visit www.balanceonbuffalo.com.
924 Buffalo Street, Manitowoc, WI

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Thyroid
testing:
The untold
story

Dr. Zach Papendieck
ost people are familiar with the

symptoms of thyroid dysfunction, and for good reason too.
According to the American Thyroid Association, an estimated 20 million Americans
have some form of thyroid disease and
women are affected more often than men:
An average of 1 in 8 women will develop a
thyroid disorder during her lifetime.
What most people dont know is that up
to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease
are unaware of their condition! One of the
big reasons for this is the lack of testing
for autoimmune markers known as autoantibodies that attack the thyroid gland.
If youve had your thyroid tested in the
past, did your doctor address this critical
immune system thyroid disruptor?
The thyroid gland is the metabolic
governor of the body. The symptoms that
are associated with thyroid dysfunction are
far-reaching and devastating to quality of
life. Following the trail of symptoms can
leave most people frustrated and looking
for different answers. Painting the clinical picture of thyroid dysfunction often
includes indicators such as fatigue, cold
hands and feet, constipation, depression, elevated cholesterol, joint pain,
muscle cramping, and easy bruising. The
disruption of the delicate communication orchestrated by the thyroid gland can
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lead people down a pathway of medications prescribed for secondary effects of

the dysfunction without investigating the
cause of the imbalance. Functional testing
of the thyroid is crucial due to the fact that
every cell in your body is affected when
thyroid hormones are imbalanced.
Recent evidence shows that starting with
thyroid hormone replacement therapy,
such as Levothyroxine or Synthroid, may
be inappropriate before evaluating overall
thyroid hormone metabolism. Typical
assessment of thyroid function is based
on thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
production alone. This limited test leaves
out secondary factors that influence
the activity and conversion of hormone
produced by the thyroid itself.
To assess the function of the thyroid,
more than just one factor needs to be
explored. Our body systems work together
to maintain normal function, much like
the gears of a Swiss watch work together to
keep time. If one of those gears malfunctions, the whole watch is affected and
symptoms are produced.
Not only should production and availability of the thyroid hormones T3 and T4
be looked at, but factors, or gears, that
affect hormone transportation, cellular
competition and immune system destruction should be examined. Inflammation is
an underlying cause of many diseases across

the nation today and inflammatory autoimmune destruction of the thyroid is very
commonly undiagnosed in most cases due
to lack of testing for the different types of
auto-antibodies, such as anti-thyroid antibodies and thyroid peroxidase antibodies.
There are a lot of factors to consider
when addressing thyroid dysfunction.
When putting together a plan to get back
on the road to wellness, it is important
to gather as much information through
testing as possible to address major
concerns and roadblocks standing in the
way of better health.
Dr. Zach Papendieck is a chiropractor and nutritional counselor practicing a functional medicine
model, and is committed to addressing hormone,
immune and digestive system dysfunction. He is lead
doctor at The Wellness Way of Appleton and holds
monthly seminars geared toward helping people take
control of their health.
The Wellness Way offers a unique approach to health
care where practices are based on the principle of
biochemical individuality, centered on the concept
that We dont guess, we test. Visit The Wellness Way
Appleton at W3169 Van Roy Road, Suite #11, Appleton, or call 920-733-3371. Further info and educational videos can be found at http://twwclinics.com.
References: American Thyroid Association. www.
thyroid.org.
Textbook of Functional Medicine. B. Jayne Alexander, D.O., et al. The Institute for Functional Medicine. 2010.
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Avoiding
holiday
debt

By Alan M. Zierler
he holidays are just around the corner, and while this is

a fun and festive time, it can also be stressful when you
consider the long list of holiday shopping you need to do
and the potential for incurring debt. But by planning ahead and
keeping a few things in mind, you can get your shopping done and
still have a jolly holiday.
Make a list (and check it twice)
First, take a look at your personal finances and determine a total

budget you would like to stay within for holiday spending. Then,
sit down and make a list of who you need to shop for and ideas
for each person before you head to the store. Be sure to bring your
list along to help keep you focused and to help you avoid making
impulse purchases. Shopping without a list has the potential for
you to head home with way more than you bargained for.
Leave the credit cards at home
In other words, pay in cash. When you head out to do your shopping, only bring along the cash you can afford to spend. Using
cash will force you to pay closer attention to the price of each item
TAKE
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Track what you spend
Whether using cash or credit, be sure to track your spending.

You can do this by simply keeping your receipts and adding up
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intended to spend it on. Leaving your credit cards at home also
helps you avoid making disposable purchases like eating out after
a long day of shopping, catching a movie or recharging your shopping batteries with a cup of coffee.
If you do need to use a credit card, avoid using a store card.
Businesses will entice you with sales and deals when you use
their card, especially around the holidays, but store cards usually
come with huge interest rates. Be smart about using credit. Check
with your credit union or bank for a lower-interest credit card
and make sure you have a plan for paying off holiday credit card
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holidays, but all year long as well.
Look for online deals
There are hundreds of online shopping sites that offer deals and
free shipping, especially during the holidays. Sites like www.pricegrabber.com, www.bradsdeals.com and www.retailmenot.com are
good resources to investigate to see where you can find the best
price possible. A word of caution, however; its very easy to overspend when shopping online so be sure to consult your list and
focus on what you need to purchase.
Lastly, remember that not every gift needs to be purchased.
Sometimes a homemade gift, participating in a service project, or
spending extra time with family and friends throughout the year
is the only thing needed. Happy Holidays!
Alan M. Zierler is the chief executive officer of Capital Credit
Union. He holds a bachelors degree in business management from
Silver Lake College, and serves on the board of directors for Corporate Central Credit Union and the Community Foundation of the
Fox River Valley, among others. Zierler and his wife, Judy, have
been married for 36 years, and they have three children and nine grandchildren. Pioneer Credit Union merged with Capital Credit Union on July 1, 2014 to
form a new Capital Credit Union, which is headquartered in Green Bay. The
new Capital has more than $1.1 billion in assets and serves more than 90,000
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Celebrating
compassionate
employers

By Kathi Bloy
truggling through a medical crisis

is difficult. Losing your job because
you missed work to get treatment or
care for a family member is devastating.
During 10 years of assisting people with
catastrophic illnesses, Heidi Frederickson, executive director of
Community Benefit Tree Inc. (CBT), has heard many sad stories.
Preferring the happier ones of employers who have helped
employees through a crisis, CBT partnered with New North B2B
magazine to recognize companies that show compassion to their
employees. They inaugurated the Compassionate Employer Award
and will present it Nov. 11 at CBTs annual LIFE Celebration at the
Grand Meridian in Appleton to the Hand to Shoulder Center of
Appleton and the Neenah Police Department.
Both were nominated for the award by employees who experienced first-hand the best workplace practices for dealing with a
medical crisis. The partners wanted to encourage other companies
to adopt these practices, and to educate businesses and the community about the impact a medical crisis can have on employees.
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ABOVE, left to right: Matthew Butler, M.D.,

David Toivonen, M.D., Scott Olvey, M.D.,
Boyd Lumsden, M.D., Joseph Cullen, M.D.,
Nathan Van Zeeland, M.D., and Jon
Cherney, M.D.
LEFT, left to right: Lt. Tom Van Sambeek,
Brian Eisch and Chief Kevin Wilkinson.
We are honored to have received

the award, said Dr. Matthew Butler
of the Hand to Shoulder Center.
We appreciate the recognition in
our community and want our facility to be a great place to work.
There is a sense of family here and we take pride in fostering a
positive work culture. This fits well with our mission of providing
a great experience for the patients we serve.
Heather Biese, the employee who nominated the clinic, said,
I felt it was something I could give back to them for everything
they did for us.
That everything included bringing meals when her husband,
Mike, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma and had to quit working
while undergoing treatment. Their son was 6 months old at the
time, and taking care of him and Mike meant Heather had to miss
a lot of work too.
Some employees donated vacation and sick time, she said,
and others volunteered to work at Mikes benefit. The doctors
would ask how we were doing, and that meant a lot, knowing they
were thinking about us.
Brenda Van Sambeek felt that same gratitude toward her
husbands employer, the Neenah Police Department, when her
brother, Brian Eisch, was shot in Afghanistan. Captain Long
called asking what they could do. He let us know that my husband
could take off as much time as he needed.
She said Chief Kevin Wilkinson contacted her for her brothers
address and many officers on the force sent gift baskets and cards
to him. When Van Sambeek nominated the department for the
Compassionate Employer Award, she said, because the police
never get mentioned for doing good things. They went above and
beyond what a person would expect them to do for an employee.
Chief Wilkinson wasnt surprised that his officers stepped up and
worked shifts for Lt. Van Sambeek while he traveled to Washington.
They have done the same for other officers since. They certainly
showed great support to the Van Sambeeks, but they also showed
great honor to Brian, Wilkinson said. I suppose his story touched
us a little bit more because Brian was shot trying to rescue a member
of the Afghan police. We sort of related to that.
Once Eisch recovered, the force presented him with a plaque.
It was very cathartic for all of us to have that moment with him,
Wilkinson said, after wed been praying for him and caring for
him all that time.
Encouraging other businesses to develop positive policies for
an employees medical crisis was a big reason for getting involved
in the award, said Sean Fitzgerald, publisher and founder of New
North B2B magazine. The Compassionate Employer Award
recognizes employers at their very best at a time when a critical
member of their team is at lifes lowest moments. Were delighted
to help Community Benefit Tree demonstrate the importance of
this little-considered aspect of being an employer of choice in
northeast Wisconsin.
The Community Benefit Tree Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization governed
by Christian values. Our mission is to help individuals and families struggling
with a medical crisis financially, emotionally, spiritually and with practical
resources. We celebrate peoples lives and support by helping family, friends or
co-workers plan a Celebration of Support event for their loved one. In the last 10
years, these one-day events have helped more than 500 families with funds for
living and medical expenses. Community Benefit Tree also provides education,
support, resources and financial assistance for families. For more information,
visit communitybenefittree.org or contact CBT staff at 920-422-1919.
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Be real for
the
holidays!

By Deb Bongers, MSE, LPCIT, NCC
h, the holidays! Times of merriment, parties, shopping,

gifts, friends and families or is that wishful thinking?
The media, holiday songs and advertisements proclaim
the happiness, togetherness and fun. Each year, stores showcase
their holiday displays sooner, building the holidays up into something bigger than life, setting unrealistic expectations. In all the
hype and hubbub, we can forget that others may not be so merry.
Weve all heard of the stress the holidays bring in terms of the
frenzied activities the entertaining, shopping, gift wrapping,
family get-togethers, baking, cleaning, etc. but what about the
stress and difficulty that can surface around grief, illnesses, family,
relationship issues, loneliness and monetary demands, all those
normal parts of life that are sometimes forgotten over the holidays? These times can be especially difficult when our own feelings of sadness, loneliness, depression and anxiety are the opposite of the Hallmark images we see all around us.
Keeping all that in mind, remember the holidays rarely turn
out as planned. Life happens. People get sick, things break down
or the weather gets nasty. Those are all things out of our control.
A part of being able to enjoy the time centers around staying flexible. Let go of the expectation to have a perfect holiday. Decide
what is important to you and make your list of priorities.
Try to follow some of the ideas listed below to create a manageable holiday season:
DONT TRY TO DO TOO MUCH. Remember: No is a
complete sentence. Delegate as much as you can. Plan and use

your time wisely. This will leave more energy to enjoy the things
that matter during the holidays.
CREATE A BUDGET AND STICK TO IT. Spending may be easy
before the holidays, but when the bills start coming in January, it
can create a lot of stress and anxiety. Its not about the presents, its
about the presence.
ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR FEELINGS. If you cant be with your
loved ones or someone that you love has recently passed away or
the holidays remind you of that person, it is normal. Grief and
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sadness are a part of life, even though we say happy holidays,

they arent all happy. Let yourself cry or feel emotions. It can be
freeing to give yourself permission to feel how you do.
PRACTICE ACCEPTANCE AND FORGIVENESS. If certain
relatives have always acted a particular way or pushed your

buttons, recognize that it isnt going to change with the holidays.
If you remind yourself of what youre getting into, it can be easier.
If things get uncomfortable, try a change of scenery by going
outside or to a different room. You can only control yourself and
what you do.
CREATE A NEW MEMORY. When blending families together,
instead of trying to accommodate each familys tradition, how

about creating a new tradition or memory? If an old tradition
doesnt work anymore, explore creating a new one.
PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR DIET. There are typically a lot of
temptations, both food and drink. Overindulging can cause stress

and guilt. Eat something healthy before attending a party to curb
potential unhealthy eating.
NEED A MOOD BOOSTER OR ENERGY LIFTER? Exercise,
exercise and exercise.
REACH OUT. If you are feeling isolated during the holidays, take
the initiative and invite others to join you. You dont have to sit
at home alone. Seek out social, religious or community events.
Volunteering your time is another great way to help others and it
also is a way to lift your spirits and broaden your friendships. In
our community there are countless opportunities to look outside
yourself.
TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF. Be kind to yourself not just
over the holidays, but every day. Remember you are one person.
Alter your expectations for yourself and those around you. Take
some time to do something you enjoy: meditate, listen to music
or take a walk.
BREATHE AND KEEP THINGS IN PERSPECTIVE. This is one
moment, day, week or month out of your life. It will pass.
AND FINALLY, PLEASE SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP IF

YOU NEED IT. Sometimes, despite all your best efforts, you may
find yourself feeling persistently sad or anxious, plagued by physical complaints, unable to sleep, irritable and hopeless, and unable
to face daily tasks. If these feelings last for a while, talk to your
doctor or a mental health professional.
Deb Bongers, MSE, LPCIT, NCC, works for Get Connected Counseling, LLC in Appleton. She is a former school counselor who is
a licensed professional counselor in training. She is a nationally
certified counselor trained in brainspotting, a cutting-edge brainbased therapy. For more information or an appointment, please
call 920-750-6120 or visit getconnectedcounseling.com.
References: Coping With the Holidays. NAMI of Multnomah County. www.
nami.org.
Emotional Health: 10 Tools for Dealing with Holiday Depression and Stress.
Psychology Today. B. Goldsmith.
Stress, Depression and the Holidays: Tips for Coping. Mayo Clinic. http://
mayocl.in/1oOgdCA.
Coping With the Holidays. PsychCentral. www.psychcentral.com/holidays.
20 Dependable Holiday Stress Busters. T. Borchard. PsychCentral. http://bit.
ly/1vNx5PX.
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Supplements
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children

By Crystal M. Hill, E-RYT, CTA,
CYPT and Nutrition Coach
oy, oh boy, we have come a long way from Flintstone vitamins! Many of us know its in our best interest to take a
multivitamin of some sort. With depletion of nutrients
in the soil used to grow our vegetables, the increase of on-thego eating, and the high amount of processing many of the foods
we eat receive before consumption, we are absorbing a great deal
less of the nutrients we would have 50 years ago eating the same
foods. Therefore, supplementation is absolutely essential for a
large percentage of the population! This includes one of our most
delicate and precious populations children!
If I feed my child a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean protein
and whole grains, they are getting enough of what they need from
food, right? Possibly if they are good eaters but for most
children this is not the case.
Who should be taking supplements?
Picky eaters
Children with eating disorders
Little ones who do not eat regular or well-balanced meals
Those lacking vitamin D through diet or sunlight exposure
Children with certain chronic diseases or food allergies
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Benefits of supplements for children
Help energy be released from food

Assist in building developing bones, muscles and other vital
tissue
Promote normal growth
Maintain health and prevent illness
Supplement essential vitamins and minerals needed on a
regular basis the body does not store
Choosing supplements
Many sizes, flavors and brands of supplements are available on

the market. There are pills, chewable tablets, liquids and powder
formulas (which can be consumed when mixed with water or
other beverages). There are many great options out there, but also
many found to be largely inadequate.
Do your own research and get a reputable, trusted brand (this
doesnt mean popular or just a well-known name). Often, you get
what you pay for; however, this isnt the rule and there are always
exceptions.
Understand the delivery system of the supplement. An ideal
supplement will have high solubility to be broken down and
absorbed within the body in a matter of minutes. If the supplement is not easily absorbed, you are literally sending your money
down the toilet! A great option is isotonic supplements; these are
liquid concentrations that your body recognizes as one of its own
body fluids (like blood or saliva) and therefore will readily absorb
and use!
Taste another biggie. If it doesnt taste good, kids will not
want to take it, but avoid supplements loaded with sugar.
Cautions
Please always speak with your childs health care provider prior to
giving your child supplements, particularly if your child is taking
any medications or has a serious health condition. Certain vitamins
and minerals can interact with medications your child may take.
Follow dosage instructions. Mega doses of vitamins and minerals can be toxic! For example, iron, vitamin A and vitamin D. Be
Although supplementation
is important, do not rely on
supplements as a substitute
for healthy foods!
mindful that dosage can differ depending on the age of the child.
In addition, many foods are enriched with vitamins which can
be a good thing but can lead to over supplementing certain
vitamins if eaten in addition to the supplement.
Avoid leaving vitamin bottles out where little fingers can reach
them and risk overdosing.
Although supplementation is important, do not rely on supplements as a substitute for healthy foods! Your children still need
proper nutrition through food choices.
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Freedom from
birth myths
Part III

By Mary E. Smits, CD, CBE
THIS TIME, I think Ill jump right in!
Myth
It is not safe to eat during labor.
Truth
It is safe to eat during labor, and Jell-O

and popsicles are not sufficient. The intake
of nutrition, as desired by the laboring
mother, is essential to maintain the level of
energy she needs to continue laboring and
to bring her baby into the world.
During what could be a most empowering

event of self-discovery and growth,
non-evidence-based protocol emerges,
restricts the natural and normal
requirements of the laboring mother, and
steals the confidence of an otherwise
strong and courageous woman.
Why the truth matters
Hospitals policy of no eating during labor

was established in the 1940s. At that time,
some women experienced complications caused by the aspiration of stomach
contents into the lungs after undergoing
general anesthesia for delivery. However,
general anesthesia is no longer used for
normal labor and delivery, and most
caesareans are performed with the use of
regional anesthesia. Also, advanced techniques have greatly reduced the risk of
aspiration during surgery.
The 2013 Cochrane Review, Restricting Oral Fluid and Food Intake During
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Labour, considered five separate studies

involving 3,130 women. The review
compared labor outcomes of women who
were given restrictions along with women
allowed to eat and drink as they pleased
during labor.
The conclusion:
There are no benefits to restricting foods and fluids during labor
in women at low risk of needing
anesthesia.
Women should be free to eat and drink
in labor, or not, as they wish.
The review also suggested:

Poor nutritional balance may be associated with longer and more painful
labors.
Fasting does not guarantee an empty
stomach or less acidity.
Simply put, as far as safety is concerned,
food restriction is completely unnecessary.
But, I would like to take this a step further
beyond safety. What about the emotional
and psychological effects of this common
hospital policy? What happens to the labor
hormones of a woman who desires to eat,

but is made to feel as if she is disobeying
orders simply by putting a cracker to her
lips? When she feels she must sneak something by the nurse, does the act of rebellion
affect her emotional state?
As a doula, I have witnessed this scenario
often. Thoughts of failure, inadequacy, and
shame arise in clients as they are unable to
follow the rules and be a good patient.
During what could be a most empowering
event of self-discovery and growth, nonevidence-based protocol emerges, restricts
the natural and normal requirements of
the laboring mother, and steals the confidence of an otherwise strong and courageous woman.
Myth
To ensure safety, a babys heart rate must

be monitored continuously by electronic
fetal monitoring (EFM), or for at least 20
minutes of every hour after admission.
For minimum safety, 20 minutes of EFM
upon admission to the hospital, followed
by intermittent Doppler, is necessary.
Truth
There are two recent reviews published by

the Cochrane Library addressing EFM.
One reveals that continuous fetal monitoring offers no significant difference in infant
well-being when compared to intermittent
monitoring. The second shows that babies

born to low-risk women who undergo
20 minutes of electronic fetal monitoring upon admission experience no better
outcomes than babies born to mothers
who do not undergo the 20-minute strip,
and instead are monitored solely by intermittent Doppler.
Why the truth matters
These reviews also concluded that continuous fetal monitoring is associated with a
high rate of false alarms and an increase in
caesarean sections, as well as forceps delivery and vacuum-assisted births. Mothers
subjected to continuous fetal monitoring
or 20-minute EFM strips every hour are
restricted in their natural labor and birth
movements and choices for pain management, such as walking or taking a bath.
These restrictions have been known to
lead to longer and more painful labors.
The 2012 review exposed that even
the standard 20-minute EFM strip upon
admission led to an increase in continuous
fetal monitoring, fetal blood sampling and
a whopping 20 percent increase in caesarean sections.
Truth matters!
If you are pregnant and desire a physically and emotionally healthy birth, please
become educated on evidence-based
maternity care. Consider hiring a doula
and a private childbirth educator. She can

help you navigate past the birth myths
so you may make meaningful, evidencebased choices on your pregnancy and
birth journey.
Note: The information contained in
this article is of a general nature and is
designed for educational purposes only.
The information is not meant to replace
the recommendations or advice of your
midwife or doctor. Please consult your
midwife or doctor regarding your health
care and your personal circumstances.
Mary E Smits, CD, CBE, is a certified doula and birth educator
located in Kaukauna. As the owner
of Mothers Advocate Doula Services
and developer of Mothers Choice
Birth Education, she has been advocating for better
birth throughout Northeast Wisconsin since 2004.
To learn more about her dedication to supporting
women who yearn for more from their birthing
experience, visit www.mothersadvocate.com or call
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References: Restricting Oral Fluid and Food
Intake During Labour. The Cochrane Library.
Mandisa Singata et al.
Continuous Cardiotocography (CTG) as a Form
of Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) for Fetal
Assessment During Labour. Cochrane Database of
Systematic Reviews. Z. Alfirevic et al.
Cardiotocography Versus Intermittent Auscultation of Fetal Heart on Admission to Labour Ward
for Assessment of Fetal Wellbeing. The Cochrane
Library. D. Devane et al.
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Return to
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Back in the
swing of it!

By Lindsay George
MAY RETURN to work

without restrictions.
The moment my OB-GYN handed me
my return to exercise letter, I snapped a
picture and sent it to my boss I could
legally touch a pole again! My first night
back at our weekly instructors training
class, I was giddy; I cautiously raised myself
into a sit and immediately it hit me: stinging (glorious!) pain. I had to keep telling
myself to breathe, that the pain wasnt even
remotely the 10 that labor was and that
it would pass. In case youre wondering,
a 1-10 pain scale is not the same as a 1-10
perceived exertion scale, and I have a new
appreciation of 10. I remembered the first
time I learned to sit as a student, and then I
remembered the first time I taught a student
to sit, telling them that the sensation would
eventually pass (it did). Now it was my turn,
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have helped me to be very realistic
about my current abilities, and this is
important in order to prevent injuries.
again, to work through the discomfort to get

back to my pole tricks.
Maybe you didnt have a baby. Maybe you
had an injury, or just needed a break from,
or are bored with, your exercise routine
whatever the reason for your time away,
theres knowledge to be gained. My time
away has taught me a few things.
When I found out I was pregnant, I
distanced myself from the pole world. I
wasnt prepared to watch my fellow instructors, and my former students, continue to
excel (and lose weight!) while I lost strength,
gained weight and had hormones wreaking
havoc on my body. I worried that I would
feel left out and beat myself up over my lost
experience. I realize, now, that this was a
disservice because even though Ive been
back a few months, I still feel a little lost. I
missed out on the opportunity to learn the
mechanics of new tricks, and form relationships with new instructors and students. In
retrospect, my life changed drastically after
having the baby so keeping a constant may
have helped the adjustment period.
Yes, the pole world kept going without me.
But, my body just made a baby; it created a
temporary organ for the sake of growing a
new human. Thats kind of a big deal!
So I remind myself constantly to be
patient, be kind and listen to my body.

Though Ive gotten better, I catch myself
comparing where I am now to where I used
to be. This self-comparison isnt helpful,
since my body and I are different. I started
testing my skills right from the start some
tricks I was pleasantly surprised that my
muscles remembered right away and that I
still had the strength for. Other tricks, especially where core strength is highly involved,
have (not surprisingly) been tougher.
Patience, kindness and mindfulness have
helped me to be very realistic about my
current abilities, and this is important in
order to prevent injuries. I cant just expect
to be able to safely do X, Y, Z like I used
to without first regaining the strength for
and perfecting A, B, C. It is the foundation,
the heart and soul, and executing it perfectly
and with ease is worth celebrating! I know
X, Y, Z will come.
While Im physically making great gains
in my practice, mentally Im a little slower
and its caught me off guard. I find that
Im gun shy to try some of the scarier tricks
that I used to not hesitate to do. I think

having a little person at home has made me
more cautious. I ask for spots a lot while
Im at the studio with the other instructors, and Im particular about the tricks I
do during my home practice time. It takes
time to relearn fearlessness and confidence.
Luckily, as instructors, we are relentless
about spotting and safety, and I trust my
fellow instructors with my life.
Im thankful to the healthy, strong body
that pole fitness gave me before my pregnancy. It served me well during my (mostly)
easy pregnancy and through a natural,
uneventful and safe labor and delivery, and
promoted a quick recovery. Im so excited
to be returning at a time when our curriculum is expanding to focus on strength, flexibility and fun with new apparatus in the
aerial arts!
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Making
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management
with frequency
specific
microcurrent

By Heather Scholz, CMA (AAMA), CT
n 1994, The International Association

for the Study of Pain (IASP) defined
pain as an unpleasant sensory and
emotional experience associated with
actual or potential tissue damage. Pain can
occur for a multitude of reasons: injuries,
chronic disease, health conditions such as
depression, post-traumatic stress disorder,
traumatic brain injury and even cancer.
Today, IASP asserts that pain is a possible
barrier to the effectiveness of cancer treatments. Recent studies have shown that
when a patient is in pain, their ability to
heal is significantly compromised. The
body focuses on the pain; consequently,
healing is postponed until the pain has
diminished considerably.
Frequency specific microcurrent, also
referred to as FSM, has been clinically
shown to relieve pain and aid in the recovery of injuries. FSM is a type of therapy that
uses microcurrent to help reduce inflammation by stimulating the body to heal
naturally, easing acute and chronic pain.
Using microcurrent technology to resonate with the natural frequencies of specific
tissues and organs, FSM helps the whole
body to function properly through healing
on a cellular level. When the body is able to
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function properly, there is a faster, natural

recovery, as well as a reduction in pain and
a decrease in inflammation.
FSM is similar to other physiotherapies.
For example, it uses similar technology to a
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
(TENS) unit. However, a TENS unit can only
block pain signals; it is not able to increase
the cellular energy, a necessary factor in
healing and alleviating pain long term.
An ultrasound treatment is beneficial in
many situations. While it produces heat by
resonating with the water inside the cells,
it is not able to increase cellular energy. A
third type of physiotherapy, the cold laser,
emits light particles onto a specified area
of the body. Both the cold laser and FSM
show an increase in ATP production and
cellular energy, providing positive results
in various situations.
It has been shown that people of all
ages and stages of life have benefited from
treatments with frequency specific microcurrent. Patients with a wide variety of
health concerns have been helped with
FSM treatments: adhesions, back pain,
carpal tunnel, concussions, cysts, endometriosis, fibromyalgia, goiter, headaches,
inflammatory bowel syndrome, migraine
headaches, neuromuscular pain, restless

leg syndrome, sprains, sports injuries,
strains, wound healing and other injuries.
In the right practitioners hands, FSM
therapy is similar to a piece of art. Just as an
artist pays attention to detail and becomes
acquainted with their surroundings, it is
important for the practitioner to pay attention to detail and to recognize the individuals treatment goals. To create a treatment
plan that is effective and efficient, the practitioner needs to address their underlying
injury or health concerns. Our bodies are
designed to heal, and frequency specific
microcurrent helps the body to heal and
relieve pain naturally.
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Health and Wellness Center, LLC, a
patient-centered practice employing
techniques promoted by the Institute for Functional
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What supplements
should I take to
lower my blood
sugar?

By John Sowinski, R.Ph.
ne of the most common questions I get is, What supplement can I take to lower my blood sugars? It is important to know that diet is the No. 1 way to help control
those blood sugars. Please keep in mind that if you have type 1
diabetes, there are no supplements that will control your blood
sugar. While type 1 and type 2 diabetes are both problems with
blood sugar, and you can have both, they are treated differently.
In type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile onset diabetes, you no
longer make insulin and you need insulin injections to control
your blood sugar. In type 2 diabetes, you actually produce excess
insulin, but the insulin you produce doesnt control the blood
sugars well. This is because of insulin resistance. Your body resists
the action of that insulin.
So the start of the above scenario is to change your diet. My first
recommendation is to eliminate sugar and flour from your diet.
If you buy packaged food, look at the ingredients. If it contains
sugar or flour as an ingredient, dont eat it. Even some fruits can
be high in sugar. Examples of fruit with the highest sugar content
are cantaloupe, figs, kiwi, pineapple and watermelon. Apples and
berries are better choices.
So, my answer to the person looking for supplements is to first
address your diet. There are supplements that can support healthy
blood sugars, but if you dont change your diet, anything you do
including supplements and medications will not be effective
in the long run. Diabetes is a progressive disease. It will only get
worse over time if you dont change your diet.
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resistance. They affect certain reactions regulating glucose metabolism. These polymers are antioxidants and increase insulindependent glucose metabolism by roughly 20 times. In a study
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Chromium enhances the metabolic action of insulin and may
reduce some of the risk factors for cardiovascular disease, especially in overweight individuals. Chromium improves insulin
sensitivity and individuals with type 2 diabetes tend to have lower
blood chromium levels.
Patients with type 2 diabetes typically have other issues as
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increased blood pressure, high blood sugars, excess body fat around
the waist and abnormal cholesterol levels. When these occur
together it increases risk of heart disease and stroke. Berberine has
been shown to lower blood sugars as well as metformin (the first
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As has been said, you cant out-medicate a poor diet. It is also
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Changing
the face of
DENTISTRY
Dr. William J. Twohig and team

lead the way to natural health
By Rebecca Bentz
atural health practitioners and supporters have raised the

alarm: Todays world is full of risks to our well-being. Heavy
metals, genetically modified organisms, highly processed foods,
synthetic chemicals and more abound in our daily environment. Over
time, these elements can add up, putting intense strain on the body.
Yet there is hope.
Information and prevention are key to avoiding these risks and their
accompanying health problems. Dr. William J. Twohig, D.D.S., is one of
the natural health advocates who recognize this. He and the team at his
dentistry practice in Weyauwega have made it their mission to provide
people the knowledge and resources they need to safeguard their health
in the best ways possible: both in their dental care and beyond.
Expanding beyond standard dentistry

In addition to offering traditional and aesthetic dental services, Dr.
Twohig and his team provide what he refers to as an alternative approach
to dental care.
Its a whole-body dentistry, Dr. Twohig explains. Were looking to
do natural, biological, integrative dentistry, and work more in prevention and looking at the whole bodys health, rather than to just look in
your mouth, close our eyes and say, Gee, you have decay or You need
orthodontics.
Understanding a particular patients needs is central in such an
approach, and Dr. Twohigs practice takes this step very seriously. In fact,
the first thing Dr. Twohig does after greeting a patient is to step back,
away from the examination chair. I watch the way people stand, which
way the body leans, which way the head leans. Do they have problems
with speech? Do they have problems breathing?
This observation, coupled with a complete medical history, helps
both Dr. Twohig and his patient agree on the best course of action.
We look at the total body, see whats going on and ask how we can
make you healthier, Dr. Twohig says. Sometimes, it means certain dental
approaches will be delayed, as in the case with one patient who had
recently undergone radiation and chemotherapy. The man needed five
teeth extracted, but Dr. Twohig recognized that his patients body might
not be able to handle the additional stress so soon after the cancer-fighting treatments.
In other situations, a patients health issues or status might not require
a delay but a different approach to dental services. For example, individuals who are sensitive to certain compounds and materials might need
to undergo blood tests or other tests to check the biocompatibility of
materials that will be used in their fillings. In plain language, this means
testing will be done to make sure that a filling wont irritate a person or
cause health problems down the line.
Its a unique approach to dental care, but one that certainly resonates
with Dr. Twohigs patients some of whom travel upwards of 85 miles to
see him. Though he and his team do whatever they can to get patients in
earlier, his practices waiting list currently stands at four months.
Shifting the focus in health care

Dr. Twohig recognizes that knowledge is power. He takes almost as
much time educating others as he does treating and caring for his dental
Experience the difference

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Are you interested in taking a holistic journey to health? Why not
start with your dental care? Dr. Twohig and his team provide many
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wellness professionals, but Dr. Twohig believes doing so
helps not only his patients, but himself.
[Health] is a joint effort between a team, he says.
Im learning as much from them as they learn from me.
These partnerships help Dr. Twohig identify if a dental
treatment is in fact the right answer, or if an underlying
issue should be addressed first or simultaneously. For
example, poor nutrition a diet rife with sugary foods
might be the culprit behind an individuals tooth decay. In that
case, Dr. Twohig might recommend a nutritionist in addition to responding to the decay. The opposite is also true: Mouth and jaw problems
can lead to other issues, such as nighttime breathing problems. In that
case, another health care professional might recommend Dr. Twohigs
services.
But Dr. Twohig and his team dont want to stop with referrals. Theyd
also like to encourage more dentists to get involved in the type of
dentistry Dr. Twohig does.
My ideal goal is to see if I can get some dentists to understand what
were doing and come over to the dark side, Dr. Twohig jokes. According to him, the local area needs more dentists with open minds and a
willingness to work with other health practitioners including those
practicing natural or alternative health. I would love to set up three
more offices so I could get dentists to work on kids and work on other
things.
Unfortunately, introducing new approaches to care can sometimes
be difficult in standard dentistry. Standard dentists live by the rulebook
that we were taught. Thats great for taking care of acute illnesses, but if
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or cause factor, and so youve got to look both at what were doing in
st
Creating a partnership in health
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between the cells.
Patient requests are often the best motivators, so Dr. Twohig and his team encourage
individuals to ask their dentists for alternative
services and to refer them to Dr. Twohigs practice for more information. Twohig is also hard at
work creating educational resources, including
webinars, that feature not only dental topics but
other holistic approaches.
As Dr. Twohig reminds us, knowledge is key when it comes to
protecting our health. We must all recognize that though there
are risks in our everyday lives, there are also resources and Dr.
Twohig and his team are one of the best.
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patients. One major

subject he hopes more individuals and health care professionals alike
come to understand is the importance of
treating chronic conditions, in addition to acute
problems.
Our system for medicine is set up for
emergency situations right now, acute
care, Dr. Twohig says of our nations
health care structure. We have the
best system in the world if you
have an injury or problem that
has to be taken care of today
or tomorrow. But theyre not
going to look for the cause of it.
Recognition of the importance of tackling chronic issues is
growing, but it still has a long way to go and Dr. Twohig recognizes
that he and his team alone cannot educate everyone. Achieving that
goal involves recruiting more health care practitioners to the cause.
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o what is an emu anyway? While its

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Unlike the ostrich, which has only two
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brought the emu even more fame in 2006
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walked. Of course, all birds are descendants of the dinosaur, but the emu, a native
of Australia, evolved into what might be
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Australian Aborigines reaped the benefits of emu byproducts for thousands of
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about winter
foot
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By Joette A Wheeler
oot care was not on my mind as I grew up. I recall wearing

flimsy summer flip-flops and running barefoot over our
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heels. I would ice skate in the winter until my toes were numb, then
return home to place my feet in front of our heat registers and that
numbness would turn to prickly pain. If my feet had a voice over
those formative years, the feedback would not have been positive.
Now the phrase wisdom in retrospect applies to me as I
consider my foot care. Today, I enjoy the benefit of better overall
health, as I have chosen care and advice of a foot care hygienist. As
fall begins and I anticipate the cold, dry weather of winter, I understand that more attention to my feet is needed. My foot care hygienist has suggested I apply specific foot lotion. That application, she
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I have learned from my

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My feet are enjoying the benefit of todays variety of improved
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Protein for
healthy
children

By Brandon Hintz and Diana Jaworski
ecause protein is involved in the

maintenance and repair of organs,
tissues, bones and the immune
system not to mention its integral part
in weight regulation it is important to
anyones diet, regardless of age.
While weightlifting and gym exercise may not be appropriate activities
for younger children, their need for
protein isnt any less important. Proteins
are considered macronutrients; they are
required in relatively large amounts.
Protein shakes are an excellent way to
make sure children are getting sufficient
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Which protein forms should

children consume?
Not all protein sources are created equal.

Dietary proteins are the best protein
sources due to both their protein and
micronutrient content. However, as previously mentioned, protein powders are
great supplemental forms to ensure children are getting necessary amino acids.
There are several forms of protein
supplements on the market. Here is a closer
look at the most popular and perhaps the
most fitting for children, depending on
personal tolerance:
WHEY CONCENTRATE is the most
concentrated form of whey. Its low price

and amino acid content make it quite
popular. However, for those who are

lactose intolerant, this may not be the best
form because whey concentrate contains
trace amounts of lactose. Whey concentrate is roughly 30 to 90 percent protein.
WHEY ISOLATE is filtered to remove
the base water component. This means it

is practically lactose and cholesterol free,
making it a viable option for most people.
Whey isolate has the highest protein
concentration of the whey proteins:
around 90 percent protein content.
WHEY PROTEIN HYDROLYSATE is
virtually lactose and cholesterol free. The

protein isolate molecules have been hydrolyzed and the protein peptides are so small
they are often considered predigested,
which means your stomach doesnt have to
work as hard to absorb the protein. Casein
protein makes up about 80 percent of the
protein in milk. This protein form is slowly
digested. Consequently, feelings of satiety
may be a result of consuming casein.
Casein is usually consumed by athletes
before bed, resulting in slow protein
digestion throughout the night. It is probably not the best protein supplement for
children because of its slower absorption
process and increase in satiety.
Overall, the best forms of protein
supplements for children are most likely
whey isolate and whey hydrolysate. Both
of these forms are lower in lactose and fat
content and are higher in protein. Kids
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a problem consuming these forms due to
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Recommended protein amounts are based

on weight. As a rule of thumb, the recommended daily protein amount for healthy
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as children enter teenage years and early
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protein shake, go ahead and throw in a
little extra for your child. Protein supplements are an affordable and effective way
to supplement childrens daily protein

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Depending on the brand and quality,
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Be thankful
for family
caregivers

By Sue Coyle
t this time of year when we typically focus on giving thanks for our
blessings, please take time to thank
anybody you know who may be a caregiver. A family caregiver could be anybody
who is unpaid and assists another person
with activities of daily living (ADLs) and/
or health care. ADLs could be anything
from personal care, to housekeeping tasks,
to transportation, to medical management,
to general oversight.
Many caregivers do not acknowledge

that they are a caregiver and will just say,
Its whats expected of me, or Im really
not doing very much; I just help Mom with
her shopping and finances. The reality of it
is that we do many of these tasks to assist
others because theyre family or a friend
and they require the additional support.
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In my business as a geriatric care

manager and my many years of working
in some type of elder care, Ive often heard
people deny that they need care, and it
sometimes even causes greater resistance.
Thus, Ive come to use the word assistance instead, as it is softer and not as
demeaning to the person on the receiving end. However, for the purpose of this
article, Ill still use the term caregiver, as
Im focusing on the person providing the
assistance.
Caregiving in the U.S. is a landmark
study done several times, with the last time
being in 2009 and another study currently
wrapping up. The study is done through a
collaborative partnership of the National
Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) and AARP,
with funding from the MetLife Foundation. The 2009 study found the following details, as noted on the NAC website,
www.caregiving.org:
Twenty-nine percent of the U.S. adult
population are caregivers.
Family caregivers provide an average
of 20 hours of care per week.
American caregivers are mostly female
(66 percent) and are an average of 48
years old.
Most care for a relative (86 percent),
most often a parent (36 percent).
Seven in ten caregivers care for
someone over age 50.
One in seven caregivers provides
Many caregivers do
not acknowledge that
they are a caregiver
and will just say, Its
whats expected of
me, or Im really not
doing very much;
I just help Mom
with her shopping
and finances.
care to a child with special needs (14
percent).
Caregiving lasts an average of 4.6
years.
These statistics are staggering, and Im
very interested, and somewhat frightened,
to see the results of the 2014 study that
will be released next year. Other than the

statistical 48-year-old woman, Ive most
often seen retirees who are in their 60s
or 70s taking care of much-older parents
in their 80s or 90s. However, Ive now
been seeing much younger folks caring
for family members in their 60s. It will
certainly be interesting to see how these
trends continue to evolve as we Boomers
age and the older-older adults pass on.
Ive often predicted that well be taking
care of each other more than family or
professionals will be because the demographics will not provide enough people to
take care of us, whether family or professionals. Thus, our caregiving as we know
it now will continue to evolve into different models, people and hopefully payment
methods. The use of technology is becoming integral and will gain even more importance for our care in the future as well.
As I requested at the beginning that you
thank a caregiver, know that chances are
good that you may be a caregiver at some
time in the future if you arent or havent
been already. It can be a thankless job, but
also very rewarding. The pay is minimal,
if any, and the physical, social, professional, health and emotional demands
can be extreme. Possibly a simple thank
you now to somebody else can pay it
forward for yourself in the future. Thus,
as we observe National Family Caregivers Month and Thanksgiving this month,
please be sure to thank anybody you know
for the care and assistance they provide to
another person; that simple acknowledgement just may make the tasks a bit more
fulfilling.
Sue Coyle is a certified geriatric
care manager and owns Coyle Care
Management and Consulting, LLC.
Her diverse experience and expertise
in the field of caregiving and aging
drove her passion to start her own business to guide
and assist others in their caregiving process. She also
assists those older adults who have no caregivers to
do so, but need the oversight and guidance with their
living needs. Sue can be reached at: 920-740-8441 or
www.coylecaremanagement.com.
To learn more about geriatric care management,
visit the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, of which Sue is a certified
member, at www.caremanager.org.
Reference: Caregiving in the U.S. The National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP. 2009.
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The power
of our
thoughts
Using cognitive
behavioral therapy
for anxiety

By Lisa Klarner
vivid imagination can be used to

our advantage in a wide variety
of ways, such as writing, painting and storytelling. When creativity is
stifled by a swarm of negative and worrisome thoughts, however, the impact to our
physical body and emotional state can be
very significant.
Counselors may use a tool called biofeedback to help patients understand the power
of their thoughts. The counselor hooks up
various electrodes to monitor heart rate,
brain waves and moisture levels. The patient
is then asked to think of an emotionally
charged situation. For someone with social
anxiety disorder, the stats usually spike
significantly by simply thinking about a past

(or future) social situation.
This is one of the reasons why a therapy
approach called cognitive behavioral therapy
can be so effective. Continuing with the
social anxiety example, the person will focus
first on the cognitive (mind) side, identifying the negative thoughts and developing
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positive counter thoughts. Its

a matter of replacing the nega- Low
Speak up in a one-on-one discussion
tive thoughts with positive ones
without hesitation
or at least having something

Talk
to someone new at work
positive to consider when the
in
the
elevator or stairway
negative thoughts come up
(because they will!).
For example, if a person
was planning to go to a book
Medium
club meeting but had social
Talk to someone new in a store
anxiety, his negative thought
Speak up in a group of five without
might be, I just know I will
hesitation
say something stupid and
everyone will think I am
weird. This negative thought
High
could be replaced with I am
Ask a question in a large group (150-200)
excited to share my opinions.
Give a presentation in front of a large
The group is friendly and
group (150-200)
welcoming.
Its really just working
through the battle in our minds and a person to move into the behavioral side
having a more positive way to look at the of the therapy. With social anxiety, the
situation. It does take time to get those person would create a behavioral hierarchy
new thoughts engrained in our minds, but of anxiety-producing social situations. She
it is possible!
would gradually begin to experiment by
Depending on the severity of the mental entering the situations (starting with the
health challenges, it may take a while for low-anxiety areas) using supporting tools
such as mindfulness of breath, positive

affirmations, etc. The goal is for the person
to realize that it is possible to be in the situation and to validate that the worrisome
thoughts were not rational after all.
The best way to begin cognitive behavioral
therapy is with the guidance of a licensed
behavioral health counselor. There is also a
popular audio therapy series at www.socialanxietyinstitute.org that incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy as well.
Once we begin to see progress as a result
of cognitive behavioral therapy, we will
be able to experience life more fully and
start to use our vivid imagination as an
advantage!
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anxiety disorder because shes been there
she struggled with social anxiety for many years.
Lisa is the owner of Peaceful Horizons, and specializes in social anxiety disorder education. She uses her
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What to do
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stress

By Early Fuller
e all have stress in our lives. We tend to

look at stress as a negative thing because
it doesnt feel good for the most part. It
can slow us down or it can make us go faster. Either
way, we dont function at our best in those situations.
Each person has his or her own way of dealing with it. What I
am going to address in this article is a variety of healthy ways to
relieve stress around the holidays.
As we all know, the holidays are right around the corner and
with them come many stressors. There is the stress of family, lack
of time, shopping and many more. The first thing that will help
you deal with this stress is attitude. As I often say, it is not the
situation that is the problem: it is how you look at the situation. A
big stress reliever is to just take a look at how you are looking at
the situation that is causing the stress. Most often you can change
how you are seeing it by just changing your own self talk. This
can be challenging, but finding the positive from that situation,
or if there is not an apparent positive, asking yourself, What am I
learning or will I learn from this situation? is a good start. Focus
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staying as close to your regular routine as possible. We are all
creatures of habit, and that is what tends to makes us feel relaxed
and stress-free. Routine is our security blanket. Holidays tend to
deviate from that routine, therefore causing more stress. Learn to
say no. Along with routine, some people say making a checklist in order to keep order in ones life helps. Although checklists
themselves can be stressful to some, it can help to keep some sort
of routine in your life.
Taking care of yourself may be the most important thing in dealing
with stress at any time of the year. During the holidays, we tend to
be more focused on taking care of others in our lives. Taking care
of yourself includes diet, sleep, exercise and our spiritual life. We
must keep these things at the top of our lists. Having a balanced
lifestyle includes these four things. When I talk about exercise, I am
not talking about going out and running a marathon. This simply
means not sitting around all day doing nothing. Go for a walk, bike
ride or whatever it is that you like that makes your heart work a little
harder. Diet doesnt mean dieting. It means to trying to eat healthy
during this season. That may be difficult with all the good food being
made. You can still eat that good food, but try to eat it in moderation.
Too much food now can mean more stress later. Sleep gets back to
the routine issue. If you are a person who normally gets seven to ten
hours of sleep, truly try to stay at that amount. Sleep is not overrated.
The less sleep you get, the easier it is to feel stressed. There can be
the same effect with too much sleep. Spirituality is the hardest one to
keep intact in this day and age. We tend to forget what these holidays
are about and focus on the commercialism that goes on around us.
Stay true to what you believe. It can be hard sometimes, but when you
do, you will feel much better about yourself in the end.
There are many methods to relieve stress that can be very helpful.
They include breathing techniques, yoga, boot camps, stretching and many more. Your goal is to find the best method that fits
you and stick with it. What one must do is stay away from the
stress relievers that are unhealthy: drinking, drugs and any other
addiction. If you are unable to work through the stress in your life
during this time of year, find a friend to talk with: someone you feel
comfortable sharing with and who will listen. If the stress continues, seek professional help. You dont have to go through it alone.
Last but not least, Put a smile on your face, because no one
else can!
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Roasted
Pumpkin
Spice
Chickpeas

By Kim Neher, MS, Clinical Nutritionist
all is here, and with the change of the season

comes the excitement of making almost everything pumpkin spice flavored. Unfortunately, so many of
those food and beverage choices are terrible for your waistline,
and are most always loaded with tons of sugar and chemical
ingredients. The best way to stay on track with your nutrition is to

get the best of both worlds combining the delicious pumpkin
spice flavor with a health food! And what better food to pair up
with than the most neglected food group: legumes!
This fall snack derives its flavor from spices and olive oil,
making it the perfect spicy snack to munch on!
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One can (15 ounces) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon stevia (or sweeten to taste)
teaspoon salt
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix chickpeas with all

ingredients. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes or
a bit longer until theyre extra crispy.
Enjoy hot, or bring to room temperature and store in an airtight container. Similar to a snack like popcorn, roasted chickpeas
are never as good the next day. However, they are still quite enjoyable three to four days after making them.
Kimberly Neher, MS, is the clinical nutritionist and owner of
Nutritional Healing, LLC. Her passion lies in supporting peoples
health through evidence-based medicine (risks versus benefits of
medications) and healing therapies through nutrition. Kimberly
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healthyEATING
Gluten-Free,
Dairy-Free
Turkey Pot Pie

By Danielle Lythjohan
Ingredients and directions for crust

One package Mudd Creek Pie Crust Mix
8 tablespoons Earth Balance Vegan Spread
1 teaspoon water
One egg
Sift dry ingredients in a bowl and add in butter, egg and

water until combined. Knead dough in bowl to form a ball.
Wrap in plastic and place in refrigerator to chill for at least
20 minutes.
Ingredients and directions for filling

2 cups shredded/chopped turkey
One 14-ounce can of chicken broth
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 cups frozen pea/carrot blend
(you may substitute fresh vegetables)
1 cup frozen corn

3 tablespoons cornstarch
cup water
Salt and pepper to taste
One large egg white
Place all filling ingredients in a medium size pot, except cornstarch and water, and simmer for 15 minutes. Mix together
cornstarch and water and add to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Preparing the pot pies
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

Grease two mini 4.5-inch springform pans. Remove dough
from refrigerator and divide into two balls. For each springform
pan, on a well-floured surface, roll out one ball of dough about
-inch thick. Line each springform pan with pie crust. Remove
access dough, leaving a little dough over the pan edge.
Pour filling into each dough-lined springform. Roll out the
excess dough and lay crust on top of each springform pan. Pinch
edges with the overlapping dough to seal filling inside. Brush
tops of each pot pie with the egg white and sprinkle with salt.
Place pot pies on a cookie sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove them from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before
carefully removing the sides of the springform. Bake for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from the oven. Cool and enjoy!
Suggestion: Substitute chicken instead of turkey. You may also
substitute cooked beef stew meat or shredded pot roast for the turkey,
but then youll want to replace the chicken broth with beef broth.
Note: One package of pie crust will yield four mini pot pies
with top and bottom crusts, while the filling will make two to
three pot pies, depending on how full you fill them. You may also
freeze the pot pies and bake at a later date.
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and is owned and operated by Donna and Ken Klausen. Look for our upcoming
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Oil
pulling

By Linda Schuelke, RDH
Treats bleeding gums

Treats gingivitis
And many more
Linda Schuelke, RDH, has been working for Dr. William Twohig, D.D.S., for three years and has been a hygienist for five years. She enjoys the many challenges that this position offers and she truly enjoys working in a
holistic-focused dental practice. She also has a passion for essential oils and implements them in her treatments
often. She has become a distributer for one of the leading essential oil companies used in the practice.
Twohig Dental is a natural and holistic dentistry practice in Weyauwega. The practice is focused on treating
patients naturally to reach whole-body wellness. For more information, call 920-867-3101, email twohighygiene@gmail.com or visit http://drtwohig.com.
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Take about 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil (or

less depending on what you can do) and
put it in your mouth. Let soften and start
the swish in your mouth. The morning or
before you eat is the best time to do it. You
want to try to swish for 15 to 20 minutes.
When the time is up, it is best to spit the
oil into the garbage and not down the sink.
You do not want to swallow any of the oil
due to all the toxins it is pulling out. This
would just be putting the toxins back into
your body.
Once you have spit out the oil, rinse
your mouth with water and brush your
teeth with a different toothbrush than you
use on a daily basis so you are not reapplying the toxins to your teeth.
Everyone sees different results, but here are

a few oil pulling benefits:
Brightens your teeth
st
How to do oil pulling
Oil pulling benefits
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Dont go
to sleep on
your pain
just
sleep!

By Dr. Nilesh Patel
aylight saving time has once again come to an end, and

our clocks have all been set back an hour. However, it
will take our bodies a little longer to adjust than it does to
reprogram an alarm clock.
We all know the importance of sleep and it probably comes
as no surprise that sleeping for the recommended seven to eight
hours in a given night can improve your mental acuity and overall
alertness the next day. But did you know that a good nights sleep
can actually improve your physical health and even decrease your
pain?
Our bodies release natural painkilling substances and hormones
during sleep. However, this only happens when the deepest phase
of the sleep cycle is achieved. During this slow-wave sleep, these
natural opioids assist in healing the mind and body after a day full
of activities.
Martha Lentz, Ph.D., R.N. from the University of Washington,
conducted a study on the effects of sleep and pain with a group
of healthy, middle-aged women. She deprived them of slow-wave
sleep for three consecutive nights with a loud buzzer that held
them in a light level of sleep. Although these women were still
sleeping the same amount of time they had been previously, their
quality of sleep was essentially ruined. By the third night, the
women reported increased muscular aches and their pain threshold was lowered by 24 percent.
Thats right, getting deep sleep can actually reduce the pain you
feel. Slow-wave sleep has about the same pain relieving effect on
people as a large dose of ibuprofen.
Unfortunately, many people who endure pain find it difficult
to get sleep, creating a vicious cycle that leads to more sleepless
nights and painful days.
Here are a few tips I offer to my patients to help them get some
good, quality sleep:
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1. ESTABLISH A SLEEP ROUTINE: Develop a pattern of
going to bed around the same time every night and waking
up about the same time every morning. Relax before going
to bed by reading a book or listening to music you find
soothing.
2. CUT DOWN ON CAFFEINE: A stimulant, caffeine can
keep you awake for 10 to 12 hours after consuming it. Try
cutting back on coffee or soda, especially after lunch.
3. NAP SMART: Keep your naps to about 30 minutes and try
to avoid them after about 2 p.m. While a short nap in the
late morning can heighten your senses and creativity the
rest of the day, long naps in the afternoon can actually make
insomnia worse.
4. EAT RIGHT AND EXERCISE: Avoid heavy, rich foods and
alcohol within several hours of bed, as they can decrease
your quality of sleep. Fatty foods negatively impact sleep, as
well. Also, exercising regularly for about 30 minutes a day
can enhance sleeping patterns and improve slow-wave sleep.
Sleep is important and developing a daily routine (for your waking
and sleeping hours) that helps you achieve a truly deep sleep is
critical. Should you experience persistent sleep problems or back
or muscle pain, a consultation with a family physician or a pain
management specialist is recommended.
Nilesh Patel, M.D., works for Advanced Pain Management in Green
Bay. He is board certified in both pain management and anesthesiology. APM has two area locations: 2595 Development Drive, Suite
150, Green Bay and 1616 N. Casaloma Drive, Suite 200, Appleton.
Call 888-901-PAIN (7246) for an appointment or visit APMhealth.
com. Referrals are welcome, but not necessary. Most insurance accepted.
Reference: Effects of Selective Slow Wave Sleep Disruption on Musculoskeletal Pain and Fatigue in Middle Aged Women. The Journal of Rheumatology.
M.J. Lentz et al. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10405949.
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hink about the people you know.

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Demystifying
EMDR
therapy

By Phyllis Kasper, Ph.D.
ye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)

is a tool in psychotherapy that has been criticized as
nonsense and glorified as magic. One critic couldnt see
how waggling your fingers in front of someones face could remove
the profound effects of trauma. In general, Ive found that the
critics are operating from superficial descriptions of the process
and have no direct experience or training themselves. Today there
is plenty of solid research to demonstrate that it works. There is
even before-and-after EMDR research demonstrating changes in
brain activity. Ive been using it since 1996 and am guilty of sometimes calling it magic but calling it magic can raise expectations impossibly high.
The original EMDR, as developed by Francine Shapiro, relied on
having a patient tap into memories of a traumatic experience while
making an eye movement similar to that of the dreaming stage of
sleep. She would tell the patient to visually follow her fingers while
she quickly repeated left/right movements with her arm; hence the
waggling fingers image. Some patients couldnt do the eye movements due to problems tracking or experiencing headaches and
confusion. Some found it hard to visualize traumatic events while
following the movement with their eyes. So other ways to stimulate
both halves of the brain were developed. It seems that using left/
right stimulation also works with sound and touch.
Because I like to take notes, I use a program on my laptop that
has a moving light. It also has music and sounds that give the left/
right stimulation through headphones. It has tappers that can
provide an alternating vibration to the hands. This provides variety
that allows me to find the best approach for each individual.
The intake session is fairly standard, with the therapist asking a
lot of questions to get an accurate diagnosis and satisfy the gods
of paperwork. Even with someone who comes in with a diagnosis from prior therapy, this is important because post-traumatic
stress disorder (PTSD) is often misdiagnosed as bipolar or schizophrenia or borderline. If a client has been given multiple diagnoses and isnt sure any of them fit, this suggests PTSD. Whatever the
diagnosis, there is likely to be some degree of PTSD in the mix.
It is also important in the first session to start developing trust

and teamwork and determine the most promising way to begin.
Some therapists like to start EMDR with the worst experience
to demonstrate the power of the therapy. Im more conservative.
I like to start with teaching stress-management skills, then do
EMDR on a meaningful but manageable traumatic experience.
Experiences are reprocessed rather than analyzed. This means
not having to go over and over every detail. The imprinted
emotions, such as fear, hatred and anger, are released. The
imprinted beliefs, such as I deserved it, Im damaged goods
or I cant feel safe, are released and positive beliefs are instilled.
EMDR connects the head and heart so that the positive affirmations feel true and real, rather than just what one should believe
or what logic dictates. EMDR can set you free of the past and open
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Good
communication
builds good
relationships

By Stephanie Long, Doctor of Audiology
earing loss can dramatically affect the quality of interpersonal relationships. With hearing loss, people sometimes
mishear things. In my role as an audiologist, I often find
that couples argue about these misunderstandings. The person
with the hearing loss urges their spouse to stop talking from the
other room, to not turn away, and insists they must be mumbling.
Their partner feels that the person with the hearing loss is simply
not paying attention. So who is right?
Commonly, hearing changes occur slowly over time and couples
learn to accommodate one another. It is worth noting that even
small changes in hearing mean that what a person was able to hear
in the past will now present a challenge. For example, they now
have difficulty hearing their spouse from down the hall or while
he/she is busy with another activity. In addition to using hearing
aids to tackle these challenges, there are strategies which can be

implemented to facilitate good communication. These are strategies that the person with the hearing challenges and their family
can use to be more successful and be less frustrated. It is essential
to remember that good communication is a two-way street! Those
of us without hearing loss can make conversation easier.
Communication is important for our sense of connection to
our family and friends, as well as to gather and learn new information. Many times, those with hearing challenges feel isolated
in particularly challenging listening environments, such as noisy
wedding receptions. Even when amplification is used, using
supportive techniques can further facilitate good communication.
Good communication techniques that help those with hearing
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LOOK AT THE PERSON YOU ARE SPEAKING TO. We all hear
so much better when we are looking at the person we are talking

to. This allows the person with hearing challenges to read facial
cues and to lip read. Even people who do not think they lip read
utilize some of these cues automatically. Related to this is making
sure your face is not in shadow. If you are standing with your back
to a light for example, facial cues may be difficult to read. Also, to
ensure your facial cues are easily seen, do not lean on your hands
and or hold books in front of your face while speaking.
CHEW AND THEN TALK. What your mother told you is correct
dont talk with your mouth full. Talking while chewing gum or
eating makes hearing clearly much more difficult.
DONT SHOUT. (Especially to someone wearing hearing aids.)
Use a normal conversational tone and let the hearing aids do the
work. In fact, since modern hearing aids are designed to detect
soft sounds, yelling can make the situation worse by making the
sound more distorted and too loud. If you do need to speak up,
do so without yelling; yelling distorts facial cues.
SLOW DOWN. Use accurate, slightly slower speech and clear
pronunciation without dropping sounds; this is very common for

people to do when they are speaking quickly. Speech does tend to
slow down automatically when you speak accurately! You should
use normal intonation, the ups and down of speech, and speak
clearly and strongly with stress on key words. As part of slow,
clear communication, remember to pause at the end of sentences

and end phrases. If you are still having trouble communicating,
try rephrasing what you are saying rather than simply repeating yourself. Sometimes the person with hearing challenges has
particular difficulty with certain sounds and rephrasing gives
them another opportunity to hear it differently.
REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE/DISTRACTION. Turn the
television or radio down during your conversation. Move to a

quieter location. In restaurants, try to avoid sitting in the center
of the room. Corners or at least having one wall nearby keeps the
sound from coming in from all directions and allows the person
to focus more on those at their table who they want to hear versus
overhearing the conversation at the next table!
USE TECHNOLOGY. If your dinner companion wears Blue-
tooth-enabled hearing aids, be willing and open to using a remote

microphone that is wirelessly connected to the hearing aids as
way to use technology to overcome background noise. These
microphones are simple and easy to use and will make dinner
conversation much more relaxing!
Stephanie Long, Au.D., doctor of audiology, is the owner of About
Better Care Audiology at W3124 Van Roy Road in Appleton. She
has helped people with hearing and hearing loss issues for more
than 20 years. About Better Care Audiology specializes in providing personalized hearing solutions and building long-lasting relationships. For more information or to ask more questions, visit www.abcaudiology.com or call 920-915-9077.
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I didnt
know I could
recycle
that

By Jennifer Semrau
opefully we all have a good idea of what we can put in

our curbside recycling bins or carts (though if you do
have questions, contact your county recycling office,
hauler or municipality). But did you know there are a great many
other items you can recycle beyond the normal cans, bottles and
paper? In honor of America Recycles Day (Nov. 15), expand your
recycling impact and learn more.
Successful recycling is built on economies of scale. A recycler needs to have so much of a given feedstock to economically produce a new product from that material. For this reason,
your local recycling program can only accept recyclables that are
continuously generated and occur in high quantity. However, for
the price of postage, you can mail unique items directly to a recycler and give them a second life.
pagers, AC chargers, small electronics (MP3 players, iPods, cell

phones), inkjet/toner cartridges and even black and white film!
Individuals or businesses can either purchase a collection box
from the recycler (which includes return shipping) or package
items in a box that meets specifications and send it. GreenDisk
recycles the materials into office supplies and computer accessories and sells CD-RWs and jewel cases for CDs/DVDs.
Another recycler is CD Recycling Center of America. They
accept CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, related disc packaging and cases,
floppy discs, cell phones and inkjet cartridges. CD Recycling
Center of America even invites individuals to send a few old CDs
in an envelope for recycling, as every little bit helps. According to
CD Recycling Center of America, approximately 100,000 pounds
of CDs become obsolete every month!
CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes and other media
Crayons
A number of companies accept CDs, DVDs and other media. One

example is GreenDisk. GreenDisk collects a vast array of media
and technotrash. Acceptable material includes CDs, DVDs, Blurays, floppy disks, cases, VHS tapes, jump drives, hard drives,
Amy Skiver, LPC

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An option for recycling unwanted

crayons is Crazy Crayons. Similar
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businesses are encouraged to collect crayons and send boxes in

for recycling. Crayons are sorted, melted down, strained, sterilized and hand poured into unique molds. Crazy Crayons are sold
in different shapes and as single color or two-tone swirls. In addition, wax covered crayon wrappers are recycled into fire starters.
According to Crazy Crayon, 12 million crayons are made in the
United States every day!
Drink and applesauce

pouches
Pouches seem to be all the rage!

While drink pouches have been
around for a long time, more products like apple and other fruit sauces
and baby food are being packaged in
pouches. TerraCycle recycles these
pouches (and many more previously
nonrecyclable or hard-to-recycle
items) through brigades sponsored
by manufacturers of the products.
Pouches are recycled into backpacks,
bags, totes and pencil cases.
Smoke detectors
While perhaps not as fun

as the other items above, how
to properly dispose of smoke
detectors is a common question at recycling centers and
household hazardous material
facilities. However due to the
inability of these facilities to take
radioactive material, neither can
accept them. Ionization smoke
detectors contain a very minute
amount of radioactive material. To properly dispose of a smoke
detector, it should be returned to the manufacturer. The United
States Postal Service lists manufacturers, phone numbers and
addresses on their website at http://1.usa.gov/1CQl5Q3.
Please note that inclusion in this article does not constitute an
endorsement from Winnebago County Solid Waste. Winnebago
County Solid Waste merely acknowledges these resources exist and
may be relevant to the reader. Recycle beyond the bin!
Jennifer Semrau is the recycling specialist for Winnebago County Solid Waste in
Oshkosh, overseeing the countys recycling, hazardous material, container rental
and sales/marketing programs. She is also the former president of the Associated
Recyclers of Wisconsin and recipient of the 2013 Christy Dixon Recycler of the
Year award. For more information, visit www.WinnebagoCountySolidWaste.
com, call 920-232-1850 or like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
WinnebagoCountySolidWaste.
References: GreenDisk. www.greendisk.com.
CD Recycling Center of America. www.cdrecyclingcenter.org.
National Crayon Recycle Program. Crazy Crayons. www.crazycrayons.com/
recycle_program.html.
TerraCycle. www.terracycle.com/en-US.
Dispose of Smoke Detectors Properly! United States Postal Service. http://1.
usa.gov/1CQl5Q3.
Celebrate
America Recycles Day

November 15
Learn more at: americarecyclesday.org
Winnebago County Solid Waste

100 W. County Road YOshkosh
920-232-1800920-727-2896
www.WinnebagoCountySolidWaste.com
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What
does the
fox
do?

TO KNOW FOXXIE Fitness is to know its founder me
Dulcie Bosi-Schmidt.
Foxxie Fitness & Wellness LLC is a web-centered wellness
resource that was launched March of 2013, just weeks before my
first daughter was born. Some might ask: why then? With many of
the services provided online or by phone, it was the right time for
me to work from home and continue to do what I am so passionate
about: helping others to help themselves find their optimal wellness.
For that, there is no cookie-cutter approach. Each of my clients
(anyone seeking improvement or a better way) presents a unique
situation. As a registered nurse, I have extensive experience in
triage-fielding questions, asking the right questions to get more
information, and providing evidence-based assistance and advice.
I received my nursing degree at Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College in Green Bay and have serviced the greater Green Bay
area for 15 years.
At the heart of it all is wellness coaching. I received this certification in 2012 after an intensive 12-week course through Wellcoaches of America. As a certified wellness coach, I provide lifestyle consulting to assist individuals in achieving and maintaining optimal health. This includes but is not limited to physical
health (cardiovascular, weight and smoking status), mental and
emotional health (stress management, productivity).
In addition, I am a certified personal trainer through NESTA, a
smoking cessation counselor through the American Lung Association and a wellness enthusiast by nature. Foxxie Fitness provides
all of these avenues of health and wellness, allowing me to use
many skills and offer my clients the benefit of a well-rounded,
evidence-based program. With the diversity of the services
provided through this variety of credentials, well leave no stone
unturned when it comes to your wellness.
For the past five years and through present day, I continue to
gain experience and information in wellness while working with a
local health care organization. I enjoy working with area employers and their employees on a one-on-one basis, helping them to
overcome barriers and find a happier, healthier, more sustainable
way of life. I wanted to be able to reach more people and in more
ways to meet the diverse needs of the individual. Its wonderful
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that employers offer a no-cost resource for their employees to

reach optimal health, however there remains a barrier for many
wanting to utilize this resource. Although known widely as confidential, I believe there is still a stigma related to seeing a health
care provider in the workplace where coworkers and supervisors
are apt to notice simply by your absence. Foxxie Fitness & Wellness provides service to individual clients as well as groups such
as employers, and addresses the workplace stigma by providing
services both on location (in the employer setting) and away (telephonic coaching, Family Fundamentals in-home sessions, live or
online fitness classes). See all Foxxie Fitness services at the end of
this article.
There is no direct competition for Foxxie Fitness & Wellness.
There are other wellness coaches out there for certain, however
most coaches are only equipped to help individuals who have a
readiness to change. Foxxie Fitness also offers tools to those who
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Carbohydrate
addiction

By Rosalie Misco (Grandma Rose)
any people crave carbohydrates, foods containing sugar

and flour, such as cookies, candies, cakes and bread and
more. If you are one of those people who have tried
time and again to resist the craving for your favorite carbohydrate
food, there is help for you.
When you eat fast-digesting carbohydrates, the sugar- and
starch-containing foods, your blood sugar rises very fast and high.
Insulin is released from your pancreas, causing your blood sugar
to drop quickly. The quick drop of blood sugar is what sets off
your craving for more carbohydrates.
If you stopped eating your favorite foods, the craving would go
away. However, you have tried over and over and found yourself
unable to resist for long enough to break the addiction. Does this
sound familiar? You are not alone.
You can break the addiction by eating foods that produce a
slow but steady rise in blood sugar, which prevents the sharp drop
causing the craving. This can be done by adding resistant starch
fiber to foods in the same meal as the carbohydrate that causes your
craving. Hi-maize 260 is such a resistant starch fiber and it is easily
added to many foods. Or, you can eat a chocolate truffle containing
the resistant starch fiber immediately after the meal.
Natural Expressions 100% Whole Grain Bakery has Hi-maize
260 and the information for its use in breaking your sugar addiction. The store is open Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
and is located at 825 E. Broadway Drive, Appleton. Rosalie Misco
(Grandma Rose) hosts a free blood sugar and weight loss support
group the first and third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. To register for the free
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businessPROFILE
Support local
businesses this
holiday season
A cozy knitting
project featuring
local resources

hristmas is fast approaching. When

you spend your holiday dollars,
remember to shop local whenever possible. Local businesses are the
backbone of every community and need
your support. They can also be a wonderful source for unique and meaningful gifts
that big box stores cant provide. Add even
more meaning to a gift by making something homemade with local resources,
such as alpaca yarn from Sabamba Alpaca
Ranch and Bed & Breakfast in De Pere.
Local fiber artist Sunny Link designed
this pattern for Sabamba Alpaca Ranch
and Bed & Breakfast to feature their sportweight alpaca yarn. It knits up quickly and
makes a beautiful and functional present.
Having worked with a variety of yarns and
fibers, she found alpaca yarn to be the softest
and warmest. Due to the superior insulating
quality of alpaca fiber, even a cold day can
feel cozy when youre wearing one of these
neck warmers. Enjoy this free pattern!
Refuge Knitted Neck

Warmer by Sunny Link,
designed for Sabamba Alpaca
Ranch and Bed & Breakfast
Details
Yarn needed: 70 yards alpaca sportweight yarn
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Needles: 7-inch US straight needles

Other notions: a 1-inch diameter
button, yarn needle, one stitch marker,
scissors, ruler
Abbreviations
CO: cast on
K: knit
P: purl
YO: yarn over
K2tog: knit two together
STS: stitches
SM: slip marker
K3tog: knit three together
SSK: slip, slip, knit
LLI: left lift increase
RS: right side
WS: wrong side
BO: bind off
Instructions
CO 9 STS
Setup row: K2, P1, K2, place stitch
marker, K1, P1, K2
*Row 1 (WS): K3, P to 3 before end, K3
Row 2 (RS): K2, P1, K to stitch marker,
YO, SM, K1, LLI, K to 3 before end,
P1, K2*
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until you have
27 STS on your needles (done with
increases)
Row 4 (RS): K2, P1, K to 2 before stitch
marker, K2tog, YO, SM, K to 3 before
end, P1, K2*
Repeat rows 3 and 4 until piece measures
around 17 inches long.
Row 6 (RS): K2, P1, K to 3 before stitch
marker, K3tog, YO, SM, K1, SSK, K to
3 before end, P1, K2
Repeat rows 5 and 6 until 9 STS remain
BO
Finishing
Sew the button on the right side end of
your finished piece. It will fit through the
center holes. Adjust the length to fit. Block
as needed.
Sabamba Alpaca Ranch

and Bed & Breakfast
2338 Hickory Road, De Pere
920-371-0003
info@sabambaalpaca.com
www.SabambaAlpaca.com
Drumming
smart

By Marc White
ve known drummers who practice nonstop for hours, and I

get that when youre young and full of excess energy, its part
of the program. As we age, we must get smart about how we
go about our art. When youre not a spring chicken anymore, its
time to step back and see whats what.
Most important in my mind is warm up first. Even do some
stretching. Playing drums is very physical, and when we age,
things like muscles and bones cannot take the punishment they
once did.
My last article was on the fulcrum. Learning how to apply it is
vital, essential, to a lifetime of healthy drumming.
What I do is go through Tommy Igoes Lifetime Warmup,
sometimes three times per day. When I do and I play songs, my
execution of ideas flows much better, and my accuracy in sticking
is much better too.
Endurance is another factor. I just turned 54 recently, and I
know for a fact that drumming has helped keep me young.
So, keep groovin on and see ya on the flip side!
Marco
Marc White (Marco) is a www.richsticks.com and www.soultone.com endorser.
He is also with the www.professionaldrumteachersguild.com.
Lessons are available at www.happydrumming.com.
Happy Drumming
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Music Facilitator
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International
(920)216.4291
betterdaysaheadjazz@gmail.com
www.happydrumming.com
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Relaxation and
de-stressing
A spa specialty

By Wendy Wettengel, LMT, MBA
he kids have soccer games, track meets and band practice.

There are meetings at work, looming deadlines, workouts,
grocery lists and laundry piling up. Fortunately, much of
the stress that we experience is a healthy response to stimulus in
our environment. Demands on our time are a normal part of our
lives and can have a positive effect on our lives, motivating us to
achieve our goals.
When stress becomes too intense, however, it can have a

harmful effect; in fact, its the cause of 75-90 percent of all doctors
office visits, according to WebMD. Stress can present itself in our
lives as an upset stomach, chest pain or inability to focus. Reducing stress can be an integral part of our overall health regiment,
reducing our risk for high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes and arthritis, as well as anxiety and irritability or dependency
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Stress can present itself in

our lives as an upset stomach,
chest pain or inability to focus.
on drugs or alcohol, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Spas offer a number of services designed with stress reduction
and relaxation in mind. Core services offered at a spa typically
include massage therapy, facials, body treatments, manicure/
pedicures and hair services. While nearly all spa services provide
a client with an opportunity to get away from daily demands and
relax, some services focus more heavily on beauty, some on wellness and others on relaxation.
Some of the best spa services for de-stressing include:
SWEDISH MASSAGE: a light to firm touch massage featuring long flowing strokes and integrating specialized relaxation techniques.
HOT STONE MASSAGE: uses heated stones to penetrate
warmth deep into the muscles, causing greater relaxation than
pressure alone.
CRANIOSACRAL MASSAGE: focuses on constrictions
within the soft tissues that affect the flow of cerebral fluid
through the body. This technique utilizes a very light touch.
BODY WRAPS: There are many types of body wraps, some
of which are more relaxing than others. Most body wraps
include an hour to an hour and a half of pampering while the
body is exfoliated and moisturized. When scheduling a wrap
with relaxation in mind, be sure to ask the specific spa to
recommend services that meet your goals.
SPA SIGNATURE TREATMENTS: These services are
unique to each spa and highlight the spas unique offerings.
SPA PACKAGES: Most spas offer packages combining
a number of services providing hours of relaxation and
pampering. These are often designed to approach the body
holistically and are likely to provide discounted pricing.
Stress is a normal part of our lives offering both positive and
negative effects on our health and on our emotional and spiritual
well-being. When stress becomes difficult to manage, it is imperative we find healthy ways to relieve it. By de-stressing at the spa,
we can reduce the harmful effects of stress. Understanding the
services available at spas can be a useful step in selecting the best
treatment for your needs.
Wendy Wettengel has been a licensed massage therapist since 2005 and has
held a license in Wisconsin since inception in 2010. She served on the Massage
Therapy and Bodywork Affiliated Credentialing Board from 2011-2013. She
teaches massage therapy at Globe University-Appleton and practices at The Day
Spa in De Pere. Wendy also holds a bachelors degree in business administration
and an MBA specializing in human resources. Visit globeuniversity.edu or call
920-364-1100 for more information.
Shop local
Shop Sabamba
Sabamba Alpaca Ranch and B & B
2338 Hickory Rd.
De Pere, WI 54115
920-371-0003
www.SabambaAlpaca.com
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Blankets
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Merry Christmas!
References: The Effect of Stress on Your Body. WebMD. http://bit.

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Stress Symptoms: Effects on Your Body and Behavior. Mayo Clinic. http://
mayocl.in/1gTsRPJ.
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averageJANE
Jane
welcomes
her son into
the world
naturally
How the Kaldas
Center empowered
this new mother

hen my husband and I found

out we were expecting our first
child I knew I wanted to stick
with a natural birth experience. My original
plan was to go to a birth center or have the
birth at home; however, my husband really
wanted to birth at a hospital to be prepared
for a just in case scenario. I was extremely
reluctant to birth in a hospital setting out of
the fear of having to follow typical doctor

medical procedures, such as being induced,
getting IVs or receiving epidurals.
One of my main concerns with having
our birth experience in a hospital was the
environment itself. I was worried that once
I showed up at the hospital I would end up
fighting with the doctor and staff about how
I wanted our experience to go. I decided to
for myself
for a friend
for a family member
Professional, quality and cost effective services in a
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start researching options in hopes of finding

the natural birth experience I wanted, while
at the same time easing my husbands
concerns for the health of myself and our
new baby.
The first thing I did was get a doula. I
chose Mary Smits (you can learn about my
great experience with her in next months
Average Jane) and under her recommendation and seeing the ad in Natures Pathways,
I looked into the Kaldas Center at Theda
Clark Medical Center. Dr. Rami Kaldas has
years of experience and a fantastic reputation to boot. He is extremely supportive
of mothers looking to have a natural birth
experience and works with two midwives. I
set up an appointment with Mary Williams,
one of Dr. Kaldas midwives, and instantly
felt at ease as soon as I met her.
Mary Williams is a board-certified nurse
midwife trained in one of the oldest and prestigious midwifery schools in the country. She
believes not only in being present throughout a womans pregnancy and offering
patient-centered appointments, but also in
honoring the tradition of supporting women
by being present during their labor. Her
patients appreciate how close she is to Appleton, Green Bay, Oshkosh and surrounding
areas: I know I did!
Mary was extremely helpful from the first
phone call we made and was very supportive
As things got harder,

she wouldnt let
me give up. She
reassured me that
if I tried and stayed
strong, she would be
able to follow what
we wanted and have
our son born into a
room of calmness
and without drugs ...
of our hypnobirthing plan. Mary put my
mind instantly at ease as she explained
she had two children naturally herself and
would be extremely supportive of our plan
throughout the entire process. In fact, she
would even help us to write a birth plan!
Her energy was very calming and reassuring while, at the same time, making us feel
very confident in her.
We chose to go with her right away after
our first meeting and I am so happy that
we did. At every appointment, Mary took
the time to talk with us about our concerns
and any issues we were having. At times
we found ourselves laughing at her funny
humor during our appointments. After
every appointment, my husband and I
commented on how grateful we were that
we found her and how we felt better after
every time we left.
As our childs birth date drew nearer,
Mary went over our birth plan and any
words she should use to fit with our hypnobirthing. She also recommended herbs and
techniques to move the labor along. She
explained that during our sons birth, she
would be there the entire time, unlike a
typical doctor scenario where they show up
and catch the baby.
On the morning my water broke we
put in a call to Mary and she was very
supportive of me staying home as long as
I wanted. She told me she would check in
every couple hours, which she did. After
six hours, things got more intense and we
decided to go to the hospital. I was able to
stay calm the entire time by listening to my

hypnobirthing tracks.
After we checked into our room, Mary
showed up and stayed the entire time as
things progressed. She also helped the
nursing staff in supporting our natural birth
plan. The nurses made comments the entire
time of how calming our room was with
our aromatherapy going and lights down
with hypnobirthing tracks playing. They
mentioned it was easy to follow our plan
with how in control I was. I truly believe
this was because of my inner mind knowing
that Mary was there for me and supporting
what I wanted for our experience.
After many hours of labor, longer than
most, and a long time of pushing, our
son was born in the hands of one of the
most amazing women I have met, Mary
Williams. Her words of encouragement
helped me make it as long as I did. As things
got harder, she wouldnt let me give up.
She reassured me that if I tried and stayed
strong, she would be able to follow what we
wanted and have our son born into a room
of calmness and without drugs and that
is exactly what happened.
We cannot thank Mary enough for how
much she helped us from the moment
we found out we were adding to our family
to the moment we were able to hold our
new addition. Even after he was born, she
checked in the next day on her day off to
make sure we were doing well.

Everyone at the Kaldas Center always
made us feel like family at every appointment. We also had the pleasure of meeting
Shelly Weisheipl, Dr. Kaldas other midwife,
while Mary was on vacation. Shelly was so
positive and friendly, she was a great breath
of fresh air and laughter in our day.
Dr. Kaldas always took the time to say
hello when we saw him during our appointments and every nurse was very friendly
and helpful as well. We had the pleasure
of being released from the hospital by Dr.
Donald Menya, the new addition to Dr.
Kaldas team, and my husband made the
comment that everyone that works at the
center has the most calming energy. Dr.
Menya was extremely friendly and provided
us with much comfort as we headed out to
bring our new addition home.
Like each and every member of the Kaldas
Center team, it is obvious that Mary takes
the care of her patients to heart and truly
sees them as friends and family. Even now
that we have our son, she reassures us that
we can call anytime and wants to see me at
two follow-up appointments. She even asked
that we bring our son along so she can add a
picture of our family to her patient photos.
I have referred Mary to many people
looking for a good birth experience. I am so
grateful to have met her and that our son was
born into her hands. Thank you, Mary!
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restaurantSPOTLIGHT
Gather Americana
Restaurant
A farm-to-table adventure of
the most delicious kind

n my last date I said I love you at least 10 times. But I

wasnt talking to my boyfriend I was addressing my
dinner plate.
My declarations of adoration perhaps would have concerned the
staff at Gather Americana Restaurant if they werent already used to
other diners passionate responses. I can assure you, such fondness
for the cuisine and experience at Gather is completely deserved.
The staff and food at this gem of a restaurant took my beau and me
on a delicious and truly American gastronomical adventure, one
that I beg you to experience yourself as soon as possible!
Let me give you just a taste of what youll enjoy at Gather Americana Restaurant.
A hip but welcoming atmosphere
My boyfriend and I long ago learned not to judge an eatery by

its cover or, in some restaurants cases, its florescent lighting and
Formica tabletops. However, we do admit that a pleasant atmosphere certainly adds to the experience of dining out. Gather does
not disappoint in its quest to deliver a dynamic but welcoming
ambiance. Owner John Chastain and his staff have paired a clean,
modern design with warm, rustic touches and a few surprises for a
combination that feels truly American.
Gather takes pride in its natural, farm-to-table philosophy, and
it only makes sense that an idea so central to the restaurant would
echo beyond the menu. Our first sign of Gathers dedication to
local, sustainable food appeared before us in our first steps through
the door. Upon entering, we were greeted with perhaps one of the
most interesting art displays wed ever seen: a living wall filled with
greens and shoots that, according to Gather, might even end up on
our plates! But the living wall isnt just functional, it sends a great
message: with care, dedication and a bit of ingenuity, we all can
enjoy healthy, flavorful foods without damaging the environment.
The dining room is a perfect example of Gathers classy but nottoo-fussy atmosphere, in part thanks to its upscale rustic elements:
gorgeous tin ceiling tiles, a walk-around fireplace, rough-stone
accents and reclaimed barn wood walls. Youll feel just as comfortable dining here with workmates or family as you will on a big date.
In the mood for a drink? Gathers gorgeous bar tops curved design
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is perfect at promoting
easy conversation
though the 24 high-quality craft beers on tap and
additional bottle options
certainly dont hurt! Its
a perfect place to enjoy
a happy hour or simply a
well-made cocktail. Plus,
two large-screen TVs offer
the sports buff in your life
a chance to enjoy a game
without compromising on
food or beverage quality.
For our first visit, my
boyfriend and I chose
to eat in the atrium, the
floor-to-ceiling windows
of which offer a bright
and airy way to enjoy the
sunshine or nighttime lights. We cant wait to come back during the
spring to enjoy a romantic meal on the lovely patio area just outside
the atrium.
A staff that has mastered the art of

complementary pairings
The team at Gather is friendly and talented, to say the least. These
people know their stuff, and theyre happy to share the restaurants
passion for good food and a good cause with their diners. What
amazed us most during our visit was the staff s knowledge of the
food and what flavors and dishes worked best with one another.
If complementary pairings are a science, each member of the staff
from the owner to the chef to the servers has a Ph.D. Their
suggestions made a great meal extraordinary.
A local and creative bastion of

farm-to-table goodness
Gather bills itself as a local restaurant with big ideas, and the
restaurant executes those ideas with perfection. Each and every

beverage and plate we enjoyed was the pinnacle of freshness. But
our experience didnt just taste good it also gave us peace of
mind, knowing that everything we were served was local, sustainable and naturally grown.
We started our night with drinks that ended up better than we
could have imagined. Upon learning that Gather features technically trained mixologists as well as artisanal and locally distilled
spirits, my cocktail aficionado beau inquired as to whether they
might be able to craft a classic but relatively unknown cocktail, the
Aviation. Bartender Shawn did us one better, creating an entirely
unique Aviation-inspired drink featuring rosewater that neither of
us had ever experienced anything like.
Ive never really been a big fan of gin-based drinks, but one sip
of this cocktail and I was sold. It had a perfectly balanced lemonyfloral bouquet that, on that mild October night, felt like a last kiss
from summer. It was the perfect bookend to pair with my beverage, Ace Pumpkin Cider, which both smelled and tasted like the
coming autumn.
After a few of sips, giddy, I turned to my boyfriend and said, If
the drinks are this good, can you imagine what the foods going to
taste like? It turns out, neither of us could.
We kicked off our dinner with two small plates: Bruschetta and
the popular Bibb & Beet Salad. As I savored my first bite of the best
bruschetta Id ever had, I noticed my boyfriends eyes grow wide.
Have you ever had pecan with bleu cheese? He asked me. I
shook my head. It will change your life.
And it did. Ive never been so happy to eat a salad.
Theres good reason the Bibb & Beet is so popular. If every salad
was this intriguing, exciting and just plain good, imagine how much
healthier our nation would be. Roasted beets, bibb lettuce, Maytag
bleu cheese, radish, carrot, red onion, candied pistachio and red
wine vinaigrette: These simple ingredients combine to create a truly
wonderful dish, one I cant recommend enough. The bruschettas
nothing to sneeze at either with its crunchy crostini, some of the
sweetest tomatoes Ive had in a long time, a bit of saltiness from the
shredded parmesan cheese plus a punch of balsamic vinegar.
You can tell from the very first bite that everything at Gather is
prepared fresh from scratch. Its amazing how different you feel
after eating at Gather compared to other restaurants. I joked that
had I worn my running shoes, I might take a few laps around the
block after our meal; I felt that energized and nourished by our
perfectly proportioned food.
Next we enjoyed the White Wine Steamed Mussels and House
Fries. The mussels, a limited edition to the menu, were served in
their own white wine broth seasoned with garlic and thyme.
Do you think Ryan [our server] would be frightened if I asked
for a to-go container of enough of this broth to bathe in? I asked
my boyfriend. His raised eyebrow was enough to convince me to
leave poor Ryan alone.
The mussels and their broth paired wonderfully with the crispy
from-scratch fries, which were seasoned with parsley and Belgioioso parmesan. The fries were served with beet ketchup made
from fresh local beets an intriguing and scrumptious take on a
classic condiment!
While enjoying our dishes we overheard the two women at a
table near us exclaim about their food.

Ridiculous Burger? More like ridiculously good burger! One
of the women said of the -pound ground-beef, grass-fed burger
topped with roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, Wisconsin
Swiss, garlic mayonnaise, and truffle oil served on Breadsmith
brioche.
We nearly regretted not ordering the burger, but then Ryan
delivered our main event: the Salmon Cakes and the House
Smoked Bone-In Pork Chop. The cakes were fresh and crispy but
not greasy, as fresh as ones youd get on the eastern seaboard.
The pork chop was spectacular. My beau, who grew up in South
Dakota mere feet from some of the finest grass-fed, free-range beef
cattle in the world, commented that this was one of the finest cuts
of meat hed ever had. The chop was topped with local pear and
apple compote and served alongside molasses-glazed sweet potato
and sauted spinach with chili oil. The pork chop paired wonderfully with the delightfully hoppy beer recommended by owner
John himself, whose vision led to Gather and who is just as nice
and knowledgeable as his servers and chefs.
We ate these dishes without speaking, save for the occasional,
Oh, this is so good! from me and two thumbs up from my
boyfriend. When we finished, I asked our waiter to give himself
and everyone in the kitchen a hug on our behalf. It was, without a
doubt, the best meal Ive ever had.
We finished up with an individual Wisconsin cherry pie baked
that day and topped with salted caramel gelato. The dessert was
almost too cute to eat almost. My boyfriend and I locked spoons
more than once trying to get the last few bites.
An entirely unique local experience
To quote the BBC comedy show Good Neighbours, Gathers

food truly tastes like food. The restaurant will impress foodies
and sustainability-minded diners alike even people who just
want to enjoy a ridiculously good burger and tasty fries.
Its not just fresh, local ingredients that you can taste in every
bite at Gather; its the passion and care thats gone into every aspect
of the experience that makes this restaurant unlike any other. Do
yourself a favor and visit today.
Gather Americana Restaurant

Gather features a menu thats always changing, local
ingredients, a deli, grab-and-go options, and much more!
920-750-7290 http://gathereat.com
www.facebook.com/Gathereat
Open Monday through Saturday
Breakfast: 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. (by reservation only)
Lunch: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday
Bar: 11 a.m. to close
Deli: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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herbBLURB
Astragalus
Astragalus membranaceus,
Astragalus mongholicus
ative to China, astragalus has been used for centuries in

traditional Chinese medicine. In the United States, the
herb gained popularity in the 1980s. There are actually
over 2,000 species of astragalus; however, the two related species
Astragalus membranaceus and Astragalus mongholicus are the
ones primarily used for health purposes.
Historically, astragalus has been used in traditional Chinese
medicine, usually in combination with other herbs, to support
and enhance the immune system. It is still widely used in China
for chronic hepatitis and as an adjunctive therapy for cancer. It
is also used as a folk or traditional remedy for colds and upper
respiratory infections, and for heart disease.
The root of the astragalus plant is typically used in soups, teas,
extracts or capsules. Astragalus is generally used with other herbs,
such as ginseng, angelica and licorice.
What the science says
The evidence for using astragalus for any health condition is

limited. High-quality clinical trials (studies in people) are generally lacking. There is some preliminary evidence to suggest that
astragalus, either alone or in combination with other herbs, may
have potential benefits for the immune system, heart and liver,
and as an adjunctive therapy for cancer.
Common reasons people seek
homeopathic consultation
Rebecca Beringer
Classical Homeopath and Owner
Healing Way Homeopathy
www.healingwayhomeopathy.com
920.740.5048
healingwayhomeopathy@gmail.com
Healing Way Homeopathy is

gentle, holistic healing for
the whole family!
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Acute Conditions:
Head and ear aches, sinus infections
Sunburn, skin rashes, allergies
Fever, colds and flu
Stomach aches, cramps, colic
Teething, infant and post-partum
sinus infections and more!
Chronic Conditions:
Anxiety, depression, grief, sleep
ADD/ADHD, behavioral issues
Chronic pain, arthritis, migraines
Chronic allergies, low energy,
Skin (acne, eczema, psoriasis)
Persistent illness and more!
U.S. National Center for Complementary and Alternative

Medicine (NCCAM)-funded investigators are studying the effects
of astragalus on the body, particularly on the immune system.
Side effects and cautions
Astragalus is considered safe for most adults. Its possible side

effects are not well known because astragalus is generally used in
combination with other herbs.
Astragalus may interact with medications that suppress the
immune system, such as the drug cyclophosphamide taken by
cancer patients and similar drugs taken by organ transplant recipients. It may also affect blood sugar levels and blood pressure.
People should be aware that some astragalus species, usually
not found in dietary supplements used by humans, can be toxic.
For example, several species that grow in the United States contain
the neurotoxin swainsonine and have caused locoweed poisoning in animals. Other species contain potentially toxic levels of
selenium.
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. For tips about talking with your health care providers about
complementary and alternative medicine, see NCCAMs Time to
Talk campaign.
Source: Herbs at a Glance: Astragalus. National Center for Complementary
and Alternative Medicine. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/astragalus.
References: Astragalus. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. www.
naturaldatabase.com.
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus). Natural Standard Database. www.
naturalstandard.com.
Astragalus. R. Upton. Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. Marcel Dekker.
2005.
Is homeopathy
part of your
wellness
plan?

By Rebecca Beringer, Classical Homeopath
omeopathy is a wonderful choice for individuals and

families looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle and avoid
or limit pharmaceutical drugs in addressing minor health
and wellness concerns. Homeopathic remedies are readily available,
inexpensive, have a long shelf life and are easy to learn how to use.
Homeopathy is its own branch of therapeutic natural medicine, using substances in nature made into homeopathic remedies through a very specific process to address imbalances in the
immune system. Homeopathy is not the same thing as Chinese
medicine or herbal medicine and it should not be confused with
the concept of home remedies such as apple cider vinegar.
Homeopathy seeks to stimulate the innate healing power of the
individual so that all physiological systems function at their best.
It acts on an energetic level and has a broad effect, shifting mental,
emotional and physical symptoms. Since homeopathy is used to
assist people rather than treat disease, anyone, whatever his or her
diagnosis, can benefit from homeopathic care. Homeopathy helps
by increasing the individuals strength and resistance to disease and
can be effective in relieving many chronic health complaints, some
examples include but are not limited to migraines, allergies,
chronic pain, asthma, depression and anxiety. In short, homeopathy
helps remove barriers so that you may live your life as you choose.
Homeopathy has truly stood the test of time. It started over 200
years ago in Germany by a medical physician, Samuel Hahnemann.
Homeopathy is based on the Law of Similars, which states that a
substance that causes a particular disease in a healthy individual will
cure the same disease in an ill person. Homeopaths use this principle
in selecting the appropriate remedy for an individual. For example,
when chopping red onion, it is common to experience burning,
watery eyes, sneezing or coughing. If someone experienced these
symptoms in a cold or allergy attack, the homeopathic preparation
of red onion, Allium cepa, may be the remedy to relieve the suffering.
According to the website for the National Center for Homeopathy, over 100 million people worldwide use homeopathy and
it has been used by greats throughout history including Gandhi,
Dizzy Gillespie and the British royal family. In India, homeopathy
is part of the nations medical system, while in various countries in
Europe a high percentage of physicians utilize or refer patients for
homeopathic care.
Homeopathic remedies are made at special U.S. Food and Drug
Administration-regulated and approved homeopathic pharmacies according to very high standards of purity. The substances
are prepared by a process of repeated dilution and shaking, which
makes them capable of stimulating the healing process. Remedies
are given to stimulate the whole body to heal itself, while by contrast
herbs and modern medicines are given to take away specific symptoms from parts of the body.
A common misconception is that homeopathy is not scientifically tested. This is a false belief: Hahnemanns discoveries began
through scientific inquiry and in his lifetime he researched, created,
tested and catalogued data on 99 remedies. Homeopaths have
added to his research over the past 200 years through researching,
testing, using and cataloguing information on the remedies. Now,
in our modern era, specific laboratory and trial data are also being
conducted to add to this historical research. Today, several thousand remedies make up the homeopathic Materia medica.
The beauty of homeopathy also exists in how easy it is to attain
and learn how to use. Homeopathic remedies are readily available
to collect and keep on hand for issues of concern. Due to their
gentle nature, they are safe to use for all ages: including infants and
pregnant women (with the permission of their doctors). Additionally, consultation is available through highly trained homeopathic
specialists. Look for a consultant who has attended a specific training program for homeopathy and who has had to gain experience
in a clinical setting.
Homeopathy is a wonderful choice for anyone looking to build
strength and vitality in his or her health and wellness. If it is not part
of your wellness plan, get started today!
Rebecca Beringer is a classical homeopath with over five years of
experience working with men, women and children of all ages.
Her practice serves clients all over northeast Wisconsin and the
broader U.S. Her practice is based in Appleton, inside Alternatives
Holistic Health and Wellness Center. She is a graduate of the highly
respected Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
She can be reached at healingwayhomeopathy@gmail.com or 920-740-5048. For
more info, visit www.healingwayhomeopathy.com. Workshop information can
be located under the Community Calendar of this magazine.
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communityCALENDAR
Tuesday, Nov. 4 and Nov. 18 6 p.m.
Dinner and Learning: Inflammation

Inflammation: you hear the term a lot, but really,
what is it? What is going on in the body when
something gets inflamed? Is inflammation the
root of your illness? How harmful is chronic inflammation? How do you correct the problem
naturally?
We would love the opportunity to show you a
different way a unique way of approaching
your health conditions and symptoms that has
helped countless people feel better, think better,
and be better helping them rewrite their life
story.
Join us at Hagemeister Park, 325 N. Washington St., Green Bay, for a free, healthy dinner for
you and your guest! Thats right, well pick up the
tab! You just come, relax and enjoy an evening of
learning and a nice meal.
You must preregister online for this event. Space
is limited to 50 people! Register at https://gbtwwapproach.eventbrite.com.
This event will be presented by the team at The
Wellness Way. To learn more about the doctors
and staff, go to TheWellnessWayClinics.com.
Tuesday, Nov. 4 7-9 p.m.
Reiki Share
Join us for Reiki Share at Balance on Buffalo, 924

Buffalo St., Manitowoc. Held the first Tuesday of
each month. All attunement levels welcome. Free.
For more information, call 920-684-8880 or visit
www.balanceonbuffalo.com.
Friday, Nov. 7 8:30-11 a.m.
Thursday, Nov. 13 5:30-8 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 25 5:30-8 p.m.
End Hormone Havoc Stay Sane,

Slim and Sexy
Join hormone expert Randi Mann, NP, at this educational and entertaining seminar held at Wise
Woman Wellness, 1480 Swan Road, De Pere.
Women only! Join us for a fun, informative look
at how hormone changes affect us as we age. This
seminar is designed to help women make informed
choices about bioidentical hormone therapy, PMS,
perimenopause, menopause and sexual health
treatments to feel happy, energetic and sensual
no matter how old you are! Cost: $25 each or $20
each with a friend. To register, call 920-339-5252.
Saturday, Nov. 8 9-11:30 a.m.
Saturday, Dec. 13 9-11:30 a.m.
Homeopathy at Home Workshop
Series offered through Healing Way
Homeopathy
Location: Healing Way Homeopathy in Alternatives Holistic Health and Wellness Center, 612 E.
Longview Drive, Appleton.
This workshop series will focus on 25 homeopathic remedies for use in the home. Each workshop will focus on two to four remedies that are
readily available. Workshop participants will gain
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knowledge and confidence in remedies and how

they can be applied. Join us for one workshop or
more. November topic: apis, allium cepa and calendula. December topic: bryonia and chamomilla.
Workshops continue every second Saturday of
the month. Cost: $30 per workshop or four for
$100. Pre-registration required. More info and
registration at www.healingwayhomeopathy/
upcoming-classes.html.
presentation by Dr. Scott Vander Wielen and learn

how frequency specific microcurrent therapy may
benefit you.
Cost: Free. Location: Vander Wielen Health &
Wellness Diagnostic Center, 1486 Kenwood Drive,
Menasha. Please call Christine or Heather at 920722-2100 to reserve your seat today! Seating is
limited.
Tuesday, Nov. 11 5 p.m.
Hypothyroidism Why Do I Still Feel

Bad If My Lab Results Are Normal?
Celebrate LIFE! Night
The Community Benefit Tree organization helps

family, friends and co-workers plan a Celebration
of Support event for a loved one who is going
through a medical crisis. These one-day events
provide real support in raising the necessary funds
for living and medical expenses along with emotional support from all who attend. It is through
these events that those in need receive a renewed
sense of hope and joy, and find the strength to
continue on their journey. Community Benefit
Tree also provides education, support, resources
and financial assistance for families struggling
with a medical crisis. Its not easy to go through a
medical crisis or watch your loved one suffer, but
thanks to Community Benefit Tree, you dont have
to go through it alone.
But now, Community Benefit Tree needs your
help!
The nonprofits annual fundraiser will be held at
the Grand Meridian in Appleton. Join in the fun
with an interactive game of Life, a silent auction,
raffles and over 15 food sponsors from area restaurants. Tickets are $30 per person in advance and
$35 at the door. Tables of eight and sponsorships
are also available. For tickets and info, log onto
communitybenefittree.org or call 920-422-1919.
Thursday, Nov. 13 7-8:30 p.m.
Spa, Spirits & Sweets
Join us at The Day Spa for an evening of wine

and cheese tasting paired with spa service! Three
cheeses will be served along with three complementary wines. Youll experience a 20-minute
spa treatment midevening for a night of total
relaxation. Cost includes your cheese and wine
samples and spa treatment (the value of spa service alone is $35). Bring a friend and get your
holiday on! Choose from one of the following
spa treatments for this fun event: foot treatment,
chair massage or eye treatment.
Space is limited; you must call in advance to
register. Reserve your spot by Nov. 3. Cost: $45/
person; after November 3, $55/person. Call 920339-5250. Location: The Day Spa, 600 N. 10th
St., De Pere.
Monday, Nov. 17 6-7:30 p.m.
Make Waves in Pain Management and

Promote Vitality! Presented by Scott Vander
Tuesday, Nov. 18 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Presented by Randi Mann, NP. Thyroid is the only

hormone that affects virtually every cell in the
body; thus, there are dozens of symptoms caused
by hypothyroidism, including hair loss, fatigue,
weight gain, depression, poor circulation, dry skin,
dry hair, peeling and splitting nails, and emotional
instability. A large number of women suffer from
symptoms of low thyroid output (hypothyroidism),
even though they test within the normal thyroid
ranges in laboratory blood tests. The problem with
the TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) blood test
is the normal reference range is too wide. Overreliance on the TSH level alone is one reason why so
many women are told their thyroid tests are normal even though they feel many symptoms of hypothyroidism. Learn about thyroid imbalance signs
and symptoms, testing and treatment options.
Presentation cost: $15. Bring a friend and you
each pay only $10! Call 920-339-5252 or visit
www.wisewomanwellness.com for details.
Wise Woman Wellness is located at 1480 Swan
Road, De Pere.
Tuesday, Nov. 18 6 p.m.
Thyroid: The Untold Story

This learning event will help you understand the
thyroid and why it is causing so many health issues
today. It will address what conventional testing
misses and how to properly test the thyroid. Well
examine the tools and testing available to address
thyroid hormone disorders, and discuss natural
thyroid helpers as well as disruptors.
Location: The OuterEdge Stage, 303 N. Oneida
St., Appleton. Gluten-free treats from Happy Bellies will be provided.
Friday, Nov. 21 7-9 p.m.
Kirtan Chanting
Come chant with us at Balance on Buffalo, 924

Buffalo St., Manitowoc. Kirtan is a simple and joyful practice to calm the mind, open the heart, and
experience the stillness and connection, and its
great fun! No experience needed. Kirtan is held
the third Friday of each month. Donations appreciated. For more information, call 920-684-8880
or visit www.balanceonbuffalo.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 3 6 p.m.
Wielen, DC
Its Ladies Shopping Night!
Do you suffer from acute or chronic pain? Do you

wish you had more energy? There are frequencies
for that. Join us for an informative and dynamic
This is a special night for the ladies! Learn about

important topics for womens health, like thyroid
disease, hormones, adrenal support and everyday
toxins. Enjoy some healthy snacks, chocolate and

organic wine while shopping with girlfriends for
a few holiday bargains! Special shopping exhibits will include Arbonne, Organo Gold coffee,
Wildtree, doTERRA, Seacret, Younique and more!
Dont miss this super fun event!
Location: Heritage Hill State Historic Park. Register at www.thewellnessway.eventbrite.com.
Saturday, Dec. 13 3-8 p.m.
A Celebration of Support in Honor of

Her Royal Highness Princess Zoey!
Beautiful and full of life, 6-year-old Zoey Johnson
has been afflicted with a progressive neurological disorder which has yet to be specifically diagnosed. The extreme fatigue she experiences at
times requires the use of a wheelchair, and travel
as far away as Shriners Hospitals for Children in

Chicago has become overwhelming on her familys limited resources. The Johnson family needs
our help at this difficult time with past and future
medical expenses.
Proceeds from a Celebration of Support will
help take care of mounting medical and living expenses. Consider attending Zoeys celebration on
Dec. 13 at Humboldt Haus, 4931 Humboldt Road,
Green Bay.
Any contributions you send to the Community
Benefit Tree on behalf of the Zoey Celebration of
Support event will be tax deductible. Please make
checks payable and mail to Community Benefit
Tree, Attn: Zoeys fund, 2204 Crooks Ave., Suite
C, Kaukauna, WI 54130.
To make an online donation, visit http://bit.
ly/10R9eU2.
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ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE COUNSELING

HRAC, LLC
1478 Kenwood Drive, Suite D1, Menasha
920-722-0311 HRACLLC1@yahoo.com
www. aodaclinichrac.com
HRAC
Human Resource Assistance Center (HRAC),

Fox Valleys Substance Abuse ClinicLLC offers professional,
quality and cost-effective substance abuse treatment services in a warm, hometown atmosphere
with caring counselors. We provide AODA assessments, drug and alcohol addiction treatment in individual and group environments, dual diagnosis,
OWI driver safety plans, and more, all in a comfortable and private environment. Clinic hours are 8
a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
BODYWORK
Ki to Health Therapeutic Bodywork, LLC
Courtney Cowie, MA, LMBT
200 W. Wisconsin Ave., Neenah
920-460-0229
www.kitohealthbodywork.com
Courtney offers therapeutic
massage and bodywork
that integrates traditional
Chinese medical massage
techniques (tui na), acupressure and deep tissue
therapy. Courtney is also trained in the traditional
Chinese medicine modalities of gua sha, cupping
and moxibustion. She treats the following conditions: neck, back and hip pain; sciatica; leg
cramps; jaw tension; carpal tunnel syndrome; elbow and knee pain; headaches; fibromyalgia; arthritis; depression; anxiety; insomnia; sinusitis; diarrhea and constipation; PMS and menstrual
cramping; breached fetus.
BRAIN TRAINING
sonalized training. You and your child are no longer

limited to treating symptoms. Contact us to transform learning and reading struggles into success.
ogy and Mohs micrographic surgery. As a result,

we provide an exceptional level of care for patients with a broad spectrum of skin conditions.
CLEANING
EDUCATION
Valley Clean, LLC

Carpet, tile and upholstery cleaning
920-606-9489
Were more than just a carpet
cleaning company. Yes, we clean
carpets. Our job is to give your
carpets a clean, bright, like-new
appearance and provide outstanding service and
value. But were also moms and dads, pet owners
and homeowners. We live in a community and care
about the environment we share. You care about
the safety of your family, your children and your
pets. So do we. You care about the environment. So
do we. Thats why we urge you to consider our
Green Clean Package for your next carpet cleaning
service. To find out more about our green cleaning
and what it means for your family, give us a call.
DENTAL
Twohig Dental
William J. Twohig, DDS
417 E. Ann St., Weyauwega
920-867-3101
www.drtwohig.com
Twohig Dental wants you to experience a natural
and holistic approach to dentistry. Our practice is
a mercury-free, health-centered office. We believe
in treating patients as individuals. We are dedicated to advanced education in traditional and nontraditional dentistry. We invite you to schedule a
consultation with us.
DERMATOLOGY
LearningRx
N474 Eisenhower Drive, Suite C, Appleton
920-882-2006
www.learningrx.com/appleton
The NEW Dermatology Group

Dr. Kevan Lewis, MD, FAAD
Offices in Green Bay and Appleton
920-965-0345
www.newdermgroup.com
At LearningRx, we treat
learning challenges such
as ADD/ADHD, reading struggles and learning disabilities. Brain training goes far beyond traditional
tutoring by effectively addressing the cause behind
learning and reading struggles. We focus on changing a students underlying ability to learn and read.
We train and strengthen cognitive skills with scientifically based and clinically proven one-on-one per-
The NEW Dermatology

Group specializes in providing dermatology care
tailored to each individual. We utilize technology to advance the practice
of dermatology and integrate the most advanced
research and innovation in the field. Dr. Lewis is
the only dermatologist in Wisconsin with triple
ACGME training in dermatology, dermatopathol-
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Support our local

businesses in the
healthy living industry!
The Cooperative School

900 N. Mason St., Appleton
920-202-3325
www.CooperativeSchool.org
The Cooperative School is
a community of children,
teachers and parents who
prize learning as a lifelong process, helping children reach their full potential as unique, confident
and resourceful learners. Core competencies in
math, science, reading, writing and social studies
are complemented with instruction in both Mandarin Chinese and Spanish languages.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Massage Envy Spa
3201 E. Calumet St., Appleton 920-731-5300
1241 Lombardi Access Road, Green Bay
920-405-9200
www.massageenvy.com
Massage therapist positions
available at Massage Envy
Spa in Green Bay and Appleton. Massage Envy:
more of a culture than a company. Like you, were
out to make a positive difference in peoples lives.
Maybe thats why Massage Envy has its own
unique culture. Youll find a friendly, giving and
supportive environment. We offer:
Orientation and follow-up in-house training
Schedules that fit your life
A great living doing what you love
Various therapeutic massage services
Advancement in a fast-growing company
Well-stocked treatment rooms with state-ofthe-art equipment
Qualifications:
Minimum 500 hours of massage therapy
education
Must adhere to local and state massage
therapy licensing laws and regulations
Must pass a background check
We encourage all massage therapists to be members of a national professional association. For
more information about a career at Massage
Envy, visit MassageEnvyCareers.com, and submit
a resume and cover letter to a location near you.
FINANCIAL
Capital Credit Union
920-731-3195 toll-free: 866-731-3195
For a location near you, visit www.capitalcu.com
Capital Credit Union is a fullservice financial institution
doing the right thing
offering a wide range of products and services,
such as savings accounts, CDs, IRAs, free and dividend-earning checking accounts, free online and
mobile banking, free text alerts, and loans for
cars, homes, home equity and more. Anyone living or working in Brown, Calumet, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Oconto, Outagamie, Marinette, Shawano and Winnebago counties in
Wisconsin is eligible for Capital membership.
FOOT CARE
Heavenly Foot Care, LLC
Suzie Bellavance
W2820 Brookhaven Drive, Appleton
920-423-3019
Suzie is a foot care
hygienist specializing
in the prevention of
ingrown
toenails,
corn and callus removal, fungus treatment, nail
thinning and trimming, paraffin baths and more!
Services are offered in the privacy of her home office. Suzie is passionate about working with the elderly and others who want to ma
FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION
Vander Wielen Health & Wellness
Diagnostic Center
1486 Kenwood Drive, Menasha
920-722-2100 www.HealthyMeToday.com
At Vander Wielen Health & Wellness
Diagnostic Center, we are committed
to helping YOU feel better, function
better and live better! To best serve
his patients, Dr. Vander Wielen offers
spine and extremity care, nutritional counseling,
functional medicine, advanced diagnostic testing
and in-office lab tests.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Northwoods Casket Company
109 N. Lincoln Ave., Beaver Dam
www.NorthwoodsCasket.com
The Northwoods Casket
Company plants 100
trees for every casket
they build. Founders Jonas and Julie Zahn are committed to plant 10 million trees in their lifetimes.
All Northwoods caskets are handcrafted in Wisconsin from locally grown and sustainably harvested woods. Caskets are finished with environmentally safe milk paints and natural oil finishes. The
company delivers caskets to every funeral home in
Wisconsin. Their casket and furniture gallery is located at 109 N. Lincoln Ave. in Beaver Dam and
displays a wide range of burial and cremation caskets and urns as well as art, furniture, eco-friendly
milk paints, and natural oil finishes for sale. Wisconsin families can rest assured that, when the
time comes, a handcrafted casket provided by
Northwoods Casket Co. will help in their mission
to create skilled jobs in Wisconsin, bring craft back
to casket-building, enhance personalization in funeral service, and of course, leave a natural legacy
by planting lots and lots of trees.
GOURMET RETAIL/GIFT
Cedar Harbor
611 N. Morrison St., Appleton
920-740-4669
Heaven on Earth! Appletons
newest retail treasure. Off the
beaten path, tucked into a
residential
neighborhood
near downtown. Featuring handmade gifts by local artists as well as reclaimed and repurposed
home dcor. Stop in and discover treasures to
keep or gift. Visit us Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
and Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Thursday 10
a.m.-7 p.m.
Scatter Joy
1879 N. Casaloma Drive, Appleton
920-739-6123
www.giftsappleton.com
Scatter Joy offers a fun and
unique gift selection. From cards,
purses, candles and clocks, to
rugs, frames, baby gifts, jewelry
and more, we have something
for everyone, and any occasion. We feature top
brand names like Baggallini Hand Bags, Curly Girl
Gifts, Lolita, Jelly Bean Rugs and more. If youre looking for a unique gift for a unique person or event,
stop in and see what we have to offer.
HEALTH & FITNESS

Anytime Fitness
For a location near you, visit our website,
www.anytimefitness.com
Anytime Fitness is
open 24/7/365 to
provide you with the
essential elements of a great workout, such as
treadmills, ellipticals and bikes all with flatscreen TVs and both free weights and circuit
weight machines. We also offer 24-hour tanning,
personal training, private restrooms and showers.
Anywhere Club Access allows you to visit more
than 1,000 clubs worldwide.
Better Body Fitness
3001 Ramada Way, Suite C, Green Bay
920-339-6195 bbfbootcamps@gmail.com
www.betterbodyfitnessbootcamps.com
Better Body Fitness inspires people
to make changes in their lives to
become the absolute healthiest
version of themselves. We want to
show you that anything is possible. If you want to

increase your health to a level youve only
dreamed of let us help you achieve that dream.
Our bootcamp instructors will motivate, educate
and coach you along your journey to health and
fitness. Get started today with a one-week free
trial by visiting our website.
Big Impact Fitness
W2721 Brookhaven Drive, Kimberly
920-574-5872 info@bigimpactfitness.com
www.bigimpactfitness.com
We want nothing
more than to see every client achieve their
goals. We find it extremely gratifying to watch
young athletes, as well as our personal training
clients, achieve success. Through dedication,
hard work and perseverance, our staff is committed to every individual who trains in any of our
programs. Through our thorough understanding
of performance training, health and fitness, we
design programs that will decrease the risk of injury, provide a wide variety of exercises and suit
the needs of each individual client.
Lake Park Swim & Fitness, LLC
730 Lake Park Road, Menasha
920-882-8900 www.lakeparkfitness.com
See our ad on page 2.
Lake Park Swim & Fitness is the Fox Valleys
newest and most refreshing health club. Locally owned and operated, we have combined the latest in equipment,
classes, club amenities and more to give our
members an unparalleled experience. Customer
service and building a sense of community is our
main focus be a part of the LPSF family and
experience the difference!
Prana Groove & Defiant Fitness
Heather LaFond, ACSM-Certified Personal Trainer
1402 Clark St., Suite 201, Manitowoc
920-973-1977
iamdefiantfitness@gmail.com
www.pranagroove.com
www.iamdefiantfitness.com
Heather has a B.S. in human biology
with an emphasis in exercise science.
She has been working as an ACSMcertified personal trainer for five years.
Prior to becoming certified, Heather
lost 100 pounds. She turned her passion for health
and fitness into a career. In 2012, Defiant Fitness
LLC was formed and in September 2013 it merged
with Prana Groove to better provide clients with a
well-rounded fitness experience. The personalized
fitness programs offered between the two sister
studios incorporate all the necessary elements of
wellness: cardio, flexibility, lifestyle coaching, nutrition support and strength training.
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TNT Basic Training

Tammy Thyssen, Owner and Personal Trainer
W8734 School Road, Hortonville
920-740-2408 www.tntbasictraining.com
TNT Basic Training studio is a nonintimidating, personal, friendly
PersonalSportBootObstacle
and enjoyable environment that encourages all ages to work out and live
a healthy lifestyle. Workouts are rewarding, challenging, unique and guided, and progress with
your growing needs. TNT Basic Training is a place to
meet new and exciting people, find support,
achieve results and enrich your lifestyle. Together,
we will reach your fitness goals and make everyday
activities easier and enjoyable. I will listen to your
requests and work to get you the results you desire.
HEALTH & WELLNESS

Isagenix
Lisa Jermain, Crystal Executive
920-470-6791 ljermain@ymail.com
www.lisajermain.isagenix.com/
Isagenix is one of the fastest
growing companies in
North America because our
products, solutions and culture redefine the
health and wellness industry. Science backs our
products and statistics back our success, but its
our people who make us the best. Our no-compromise approach to health and wealth generating opportunities help thousands achieve their
dreams physically and financially.
HEALTH FOOD STORE

Natural Healthy Concepts
310 N. Westhill Blvd., Appleton
920-968-2360
www.naturalhealthyconcepts.com
Natural Healthy Concepts brings you the
best dietary health supplements on the market at the lowest prices possible. We also have a great selection of all-natural
beauty products to make you look as good on the
outside as you feel on the inside. And what makes
it even better, we provide free shipping on all domestic U.S. orders, no matter the size!
Waseda Farms Market
330 Reid St., De Pere
920-632-7271
www.wasedafarms.com
Waseda Farms Market is your
local and organic grocery store
in Northeast Wisconsin. We
will always support local farms
and producers whenever possible because we are
both of those. Our market offers fresh and frozen
meat raised on our farm, fresh and local produce,
dairy and specialty cheese, natural and organic
groceries, ready-to-eat products including a deli,
and so much more.
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HOLISTIC WELLNESS
HEARING
About Better Care Audiology
Stephanie Long, Doctor of Audiology
2013 Audiologist of the Year
W3124 Van Roy Road, Appleton
920-915-0077 info@abcaudiology.com
www.abcaudiology.com
Making regular
visits to a hearing
specialist is one of the most important things you
can do to ensure your overall health and happiness. Dr. Stephanie Long has helped people with
hearing and hearing loss issues for more than 19
years. She enjoys getting to know her patients and
building long-lasting relationships with them. She
will get to know you and your listening needs to
determine a customized solution that works best
for you and your lifestyle. Call today to set up a
time to meet with her for a complimentary hearing
screening and 30-day risk-free trial of the latest
digital hearing solutions.
HEATING & COOLING/GEOTHERMAL

Vans Refrigeration & Services
W1081 Pearl St., Oneida
920-869-2196 www.vansrefrigeration.com
Vans Refrigeration & Services offers
your family or business the best
products and services combined
with a level of customer service that
will exceed your expectations. With more than 30
years of geothermal experience, quality WaterFurnace brand geothermal heating and cooling
products are just where we begin. The technicians
at Vans Refrigeration & Services are trained and
equipped to handle geothermal heating services,
refrigeration repair and installation and many
other residential and commercial services.
HOLISTIC MEDICINE
Wonders of Wellness
Dr. Nancy Soliven, D.C., M.D., Chiropractor
Susan Gillespie, Craniosacral Therapy, Foot Reflexology
424 E. Longview Drive, Suite B, Appleton
920-734-6389 www.WOWis.us
Good health is being balanced physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. At our treatment
center, our goal is to help you live a long, healthy
life. Our caring, compassionate, multidisciplinary
and highly skilled health care professionals seek
and treat the causes associated with a wide range
of medical issues. We offer our patients craniosacral therapy, chiropractic, nutritional counseling,
lymphatic drainage and food intolerance testing.
Schedule your appointment today.
Balance on Buffalo/Therapeutic Massage Works

924 Buffalo St., Manitowoc
920-684-8880
www.balanceonbuffalo.com
Balance on Buffalo in Manitowoc
was birthed into being to create a
safe, nurturing space to uncover
and discover ones own innate
ability to heal. We offer massage
therapy, reiki, yoga, sound therapy, classes and
workshops, all meant to spark the gifts that we
each carry. We will help guide and nurture an
awareness of mind, body, heart and spirit, and
the space in between.
CCM Counseling and Wellness
2150 Memorial Drive, Suite 213, Green Bay
920-498-3383 www.ccmcounseling.com
CCM Counseling and Wellness
goes beyond traditional talk
therapy to include the whole
person mind, spirit and
body. This approach has contributed to successfully supporting our clients for over three decades. We offer you the opportunity to discover
your own path of healing and wholeness to
transform yourself, your life and your relationships. We invite you to partner with us on your
journey of exploration and healing. We are
thrilled to have as a part of our staff, reiki, reflexology and massage practitioners who can provide
you the opportunity to nurture all of who you
are. Call or make an appointment on our website. We accept most insurance plans.
Foxxie Fitness & Wellness, LLC
www.foxxiefitness.com
www.facebook.com/foxxiefitness
Foxxie Fitness & Wellness, LLC
provides a complete tool box for
anyone wanting to achieve greater fitness (fit, adj: in good condition). Our choose-your-own-adventure approach
allows you to be in charge of your destiny. Whether it is physical, emotional, financial, spiritual or
other fitness you desire, get the job done right
with all the tools youll need.
Get Connected Counseling, LLC
5497 W. Waterford Lane, Suite A, Appleton
920-750-6120
www.getconnectedcounseling.com
At Get Connected Counseling, LLC,
we help people who are dissatisfied
with their lives find their way to
where they want to be. We offer a
Get Connected
different experience in therapy than
clients have had before, with a focus on transformational healing of mind, body and spirit. We use
cutting-edge approaches to re-engage, rewire, reconnect and inspire our clients to live within their
authentic selves. We take most insurance plans.
Counseling LLC.
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HORMONES & WELLNESS

The Wellness Way
2638 Tulip Ln, Green Bay
920-429-2844
www.thewellnesswayclinics.com
We dont guess, we
test. The Wellness
Way offers a unique
approach in healthcare based on the principle that
everyones needs are different. Through functional
medicine, chiropractic care, nutrition and detox programs, providers successfully exam, test, and develop a personalized plan to put each person back
on the road to wellness. Find The Wellness Way
clinic near you: thewellnesswayclinics.com.
Wise Woman Wellness, LLC
Randi Mann, NP Owner, Board Certified
Womans Health Nurse Practitioner and NAMS
Certified Menopause Practitioner
1480 Swan Road, De Pere
920-339-5252 www.wisewomanwellness.com
Randi Mann, NP, helps
women
of
all
ages live healthy, vital, joy-filled lives
through medical and non-medical solutions, education and lifestyle guidance. Seek care from an expert
knowledgeable in the latest scientific
research, and who offers integration of complementary and conventional approaches. Mann has
achieved the prestigious NAMS Menopause Practitioner Certification and has spoken nationally on
behalf of the Bioidentical Hormone Initiative. She is
skilled at prescribing customized, bioidentical hormones when needed. Attend the introductory
seminar End Hormone Havoc Stay Sane, Slim
and Sexy to learn the fundamentals of hormone
changes, treatment options and great self-care. Call
for an appointment or register for a seminar today!
INTERIOR DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

My Retreat Design
Brenda Krause, owner
690 Westhill Blvd., Appleton
920-955-3726 www.myretreatdesign.com
My Retreat Design works closely with
clients to create an environment that is
a reflection of their requirements and
desires whether it is a single piece, a
room, or an entire home or small business. We believe
open communication is the key to achieving your desired results and pride ourselves on meeting budget
and scheduling requirements. We offer interior design service, custom furniture and textiles, window
treatments, area rugs, and home decor and gifts. Our
diverse team of interior designers and design consultants are ready to assist you call for a consultation
and make us part of your design solution.
COMMUNITY
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LEARNING DISABILITY TREATMENT

LearningRx
N474 Eisenhower Drive, Suite C, Appleton
920-882-2006 www.learningrx.com/appleton
At LearningRx we treat
learning challenges such
as ADD/ADHD, reading struggles and learning disabilities. Brain training goes far beyond traditional
tutoring by effectively addressing the cause behind
learning and reading struggles. We focus on changing a students underlying ability to learn and read.
We train and strengthen cognitive skills with scientifically based and clinically proven one-on-one personalized training. You and your child are no longer
limited to treating symptoms. Contact us to transform learning and reading struggles into success.
MASSAGE
Personal Touch Therapy Center
Tammy Kroll, LMT
500 Main Ave., De Pere 920-660-1226
www.tammykroll.amtamembers.com
Tammy Kroll is a Wisconsin licensed
massage therapist, as well as a Reiki
master and spiritual medium. The majority of her massage practice deals
with therapeutic massage, as she is certified in deep tissue therapy, but she also has a wonderful background in Swedish modalities. Her massage patients consist of both men and women fairly
equally, and she has worked with people of all ages,
occupations, backgrounds and medical histories.
Tammy works inside a chiropractors office, so there
is a doctor available for consultation or treatment if
you wish; however it is not necessary for you to receive services from the chiropractor in order to see
her. Tammy is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and a graduate of
Fox Valley School of Massage in Appleton.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Essential Bodywork & Massage
2508 N. Richmond St., Suite B, Appleton
920-475-4995
Massage therapy has many benefits, including
circulation, stress relief and pain management.
Essential Bodywork & Massage offers Swedish,
deep tissue and therapeutic massages, as well as
ear candling. Owner Janet Creapo, WCMT 4433046, has over 20 years experience and specializes
in neck and back pain management. Offering affordable package deals and $10 off your first visit!
MEDICAL SPA
Rejuvenessence mediSpa
Kenneth Pechman, M.D., Ph.D.
Board Certified Dermatologist
2201 East Enterprise Ave., Suite 104, Appleton
920-574-3577 www.rmedispa.com
The mission of Rejuvenessence mediSpa is to restore,
revitalize and rejuvenate the
skins appearance, health and function. We strive

to improve our clients skin through our professional services and high-quality products and thus,
enhance our patients self-esteem and self-image.
We are proud to offer free consultations on all of
our services!
MENTAL HEALTH
Valley Wellness and Referral
Meridith Starling, CISW, MSSW
124 W. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 90B
920-725-3505 www.valleywellnesswi.com
At Valley Wellness and Referral, hope
and healing are closer than you think.
Meridiths goal is to provide her clients with the tools to move forward
with their lives and empower them to
make changes for the good. Asking for help is the
first step to a better life. She provides her counseling and support services to children and adults.
There is no cookie cutter method to feeling and
living better, but it begins with you!
MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION

Peaceful Horizons, LLC
Lisa Klarner
920-475-5252
www.releasingsocialanxiety.com
lklarner@gmail.com
Find out more about social anxiety
disorder to help you, your family or
friends to move beyond this debilitating disorder. Lisa Klarner uses her
own experience with social anxiety to
provide educational presentations and workshops
on the disorder. Check out Lisas website and her
book. Contact Lisa to discuss her speaking and
consultation services today!
MOVEMENT THERAPY
Advanced Movement Studio
101 W Edison Ave., Suite 110, Appleton
920-215-1267
info@amithestudio.com
www.advancedmovementstudio.com
Located along the Fox River
in the historic Edison Center,
Rehab it. Prevent it. Get Fit. We have you covered.
our studio offers smallgroup fitness classes, exclusive training and sportspecific training. But fitness is just one part of who
we are. We also provide nutrition counseling,
movement therapy, massage therapy and yoga. If
you are recovering from an injury or managing a
chronic injury, we strive to be the bridge between
sports medicine, physical therapy and fitness. Our
mission is to help our clients achieve their health
and fitness goals. Rehab it. Prevent it. Get fit. We
have you covered.
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NUTRITION
Nutritional Healing, LLC
Kimberly Neher, MS, Clinical Nutritionist
400 N. Richmond St., Appleton
920-358-5764 kimneher@nutritionalhealingllc.com
Kimberly Neher, MS, is the clinical nutritionist located inside The Chiropractic
Advantage. Her passion lies in supporting peoples health through evidencebased medicine (risks versus benefits of
medications) and healing therapies through nutrition.Kimberly has experience working with clients
regarding weight and fatigue issues, sports nutrition,
food sensitivities and allergies, and general health
concerns such as high blood pressure, high glucose
levels, high cholesterol/triglycerides, thyroid conditions and irritable bowel disorders. With her masters
degree in human nutrition and Metagenics certification in First Line Therapy, Kimberly has undergone an
in-depth study of nutrition as a complementary
medicine.Transform your life through natural, clinically proven methods of healing via nutrition, and
remedy the cause of your illness or weight concerns!
PAIN MANAGEMENT/RELIEF
Advanced Pain Management (APM)
2595 Development Drive, Suite 150, Green Bay
Locations also in Appleton and Oconto Falls
888-901-PAIN (7246) www.APMhealth.com
Advanced Pain Management (APM) is committed to
providing patients with innovative pain management services. APM strives to
deliver the most advanced, minimally invasive, diagnostic and therapeutic services to enable patients to
restore function, relieve pain and renew hope.
Whether its back or neck pain, work injury, sciatica or
a painful condition; APM has a pain management
doctor who can help pinpoint the source of pain.
EvolveAbility
Phyllis Kasper, Ph.D.
920-693-2250 pkasper@bytehead.com
www.evolveability.com
Phyllis Kasper, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist with expertise in anxiety
disorders, depression, post-traumatic
stress disorder, peak achievement,
biofeedback, hypnosis, EMDR and pain management. She is available at Healthy Connections in
Appleton, 920-257-4601. She offers classes to
businesses and organizations.
PT Center for Women
3913 W. Prospect Ave., Suite LL2, Appleton
920-729-2982
www.ptcenterforwomen.com
PT Center for Women offers
women of all ages comprehensive evaluation and treatment for their physical therapy
and massage needs. Our gentle, heartfelt approach to healing allows women to
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feel calm and comfortable, and pursue a program

of care that can change their lives. Our goal is to
provide women with a successful outcome for a
happier, healthier life.
PERSONAL CARE/NUTRITION
Custom Health Pharmacy
1011 S. 10th St., Manitowoc
920-482-3145
www.customhealthpharmacy.com
Custom Health Pharmacy is your source for
quality compounded medications. Our state-ofthe-art compounding lab provides the highest
quality compounding possible. You have a choice
where you get your compounded prescriptions
you dont need your prescription sent to you from
Madison. We also offer: hormone saliva testing,
hormone consultations, adrenal fatigue consultations and testing, Take Charge weight loss program and a full line of Now vitamins. We accept
Caremark and Express Scripts.
PERSONAL CHEF
Fit Nutrition
Personal Chef, Certified Nutrition Coach
914 4th St., De Pere
fitnutritiongk@yahoo.com
Fit Nutrition is driven to provide healthy, great-tasting
meals to our customers for
whatever their nutritional
goals may be. We also offer cooking classes, tasting events, and wine and food pairings, which can
be held in the comfort of your own home or at Fit
Nutrition. Our goal is to get people to understand
that eating healthy is not boring and tasteless,
and to enjoy healthy eating every day.
RESTAURANTS
Great Harvest Bread Co.
www.neenahgreatharvest.com
www.appletongreatharvest.com
802 George St., De Pere 920-336-9111
www.greatbread.net
At Great Harvest, we mill our
wheat on site to produce fresh,
nutrition 100 percent whole
wheat flour for us to bake with.
We make whole grain, savory, and sweet breads,
along with an assortment of sweets including
cookies, scones and muffins. With our fresh
baked breads, we make gourmet sandwiches and
have a great assortment of gifting options.
COMMUNITY
partners
Gather Americana Restaurant

John Chastain, Owner
920-750-7290
www.gathereat.com
www.facebook.com/Gathereat
Gather features small, medium and large plates
of fresh goodness, craft beers, extensive wine
program, hand-crafted cocktails, retail wines and
beers, and a deli. We are a true farm-to-table
restaurant and deli, sourcing directly from local
farmers and producers who use natural, sustainable methods. Enjoy the creativity of our chefs at
breakfast (by reservation), lunch and dinner. Our
deli offers grab-and-go or dining service options.
Swing by for a quick coffee and scone to go, or
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Sai Ram Indian Cuisine
253 W. Northland Ave., Appleton
920-733-3003
www.sairamcuisine.com
The areas finest authentic Indian
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why we won the Best Indian Food
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large selection of vegan and vegetarian options.
Catering is available and we have a banquet room
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Create Hair Loft & The Spa Loft
421 George St., De Pere
920-338-0606 www.thespaloftdepere.com
The Spa Loft is a vibrant, one of a kind,
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Our therapists combined have over 25
years of experience in massage and
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comfortable, therapeutic atmosphere for our clients. We specialize in tailored massage therapy sessions and natural medicine consults. The products
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full service salon; massage therapy: pregnancy/pediatric/infant, reiki, trauma touch, oncology, deep tissue, hot stone, reflexology, and craniosacral; natural
medicine: blood cell analysis, Reams PH testing,
nutritional consults and more with our Naturopath.
Massage Envy Spa
3201 E. Calumet St., Appleton 920-731-5300
1241 Lombardi Access Road, Green Bay 920-405-9200
www.massageenvy.com
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SPAS
The Day Spa

600 N. 10th St., De Pere
920-339-5250
www.DaySpaEscape.com
The Day Spa is a full-service spa
and salon celebrating 22 years
in business. We offer the best
in massage and bodywork: Swedish, therapeutic,
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and more. Peaceful relaxation sanctuaries, caring
and dedicated staff, couples suites, and group accommodations set us apart. Special wellness
events are hosted monthly. Visit us on Twitter and
Facebook. The Day Spa is open Monday through
Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 7
p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 11
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SPECIALTY FOODS
The Olive Cellar

www.TheOliveCellar.com
Discover the difference quality
makes with small batch world-class
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offering pastas and spices, sea salts, truffle oils,
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brittle. A unique culinary experience awaits you.
THERMOGRAPHY
Valley Thermography
1111 N. Lynndale Drive, Suite 202, Appleton
920-380-1365 chris@valleythermography.com
www.valleythermography.com
Chris Haase, certified clinical
thermographer, uses digital
infrared thermal imaging
(DITI), a noninvasive clinical imaging procedure for
detecting and monitoring a number of diseases
and physical injuries by showing the thermal abnormalities present in the body. Conditions and
injuries that can be diagnosed and monitored include hormonal dysfunction, inflammation, lymphatic activity, disc disease, dental, vascular disease, sports injuries, allergies, cancer and more.
DITI uses no radiation, is painless and FDA registered. Call to schedule your appointment.
THYROID CARE
Wise Woman Wellness, LLC
Randi Mann, NP Owner, Board Certified
Womens Health Nurse Practitioner and NAMS
Certified Menopause Practitioner
1480 Swan Road, De Pere
920-339-5252 www.wisewomanwellness.com
Thyroid disease is a
commonly
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fatigue, constipation and hair loss.
Hypothyroidism diagnosis and management is offered by the hormone
experts at Wise Woman Wellness and can help
you sometimes even if you were told your TSH
blood test result was normal. Our nurse practitioners are specially trained in the detection of
hypothyroidism and use of natural and prescription medication treatments. Call 920-339-5252
for details.
TRANSPORTATION
Valley Transit
801 S. Whitman Ave., Appleton
920-832-5800
www.appleton.org/vt
WATER HEALTH
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WEIGHT LOSS
Medi-Weightloss
801 Main Ave., De Pere
920-330-9033
www.mediweightloss.com
Medi-Weightloss is a medically supervised weight loss program that
works. Located in De Pere, MediWeightloss offers patients a personalized solution to lose weight and
keep it off by eating real food and using state-ofthe-art diagnostic tools. Each patient is overseen
by medical director Dr. Herb Coussons. Call 920917-6314 for your free assessment
WOMENS HEALTH SERVICES

Kaldas Center
200 Theda Clark Medical Plaza, Suite 133, Neenah
920-886-2299
www.kaldascenter.com
Kaldas Center for Fertility, Surgery, & Pregnancy, S.C is changing how
patient service is delivered. Hearing the patient and
adapting to their needs is important as we look to
support patients in their quick return to living life to
the fullest. To complement our patient services, we
offer nationally recognized skill and training to
achieve the desired outcomes of our patients.
Valley Transit provides
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Nature's Pathways Nov 2014 Issue - Northeast WI Edition