EVERY BUSY WOMAN’S GUIDE TO

health &
wellness
Women make a majority of healthcare decisions
in US households, thus wellness starts with busy
women like you. You want the best in quality care
and resources for living a happy, healthy life!
The Health & Wellness guide shares care and
wellness providers who have been recommended by
other busy women who have had a good experience.

Download your copy at EveryBusyWoman.com

and let us know if you need a resource not listed.

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Know Your Yoga Style
If you’re new to yoga, then stick
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with a basic or beginner class at
first. Once you are comfortable
with basic yoga, you can begin
to explore some other styles.
Classes may integrate a few
different forms or focus on one
in particular. Some popular
forms:
• Ashtanga: “Power yoga”;
fast-paced, physically-
demanding and a great
cardio workout.
• Bikram: “Hot yoga”;
practiced in a studio heated
up to 105 degrees.
• Iyengar: Props (straps,
blankets, chairs, etc.) help
achieve poses that focus on
symmetry and alignment.
• Jivamukti: Combines
poses and spiritual teachings
with chanting, meditation,
readings, and music.
• Viniyoga: A gentle style
that emphasizes breath and
movement coordination.
• Vinyasa: A series of flowing
poses combined with rhythmic
breathing for an intense
body-mind workout.
chiropractors
LIFEWORKS Chiropractic
Justin Fisher, DC
4 Windermere Boulevard, South Windermere Shopping Center,
Charleston, SC 29407
tel 843.573.LIFE (5433)
email: info@lifeworkschiropractic.com
www.imchiro.com/~lifework
coaching, counseling & psychotherapy
COACHING
Crystal-Barkley Corporation
Originators of Life\Work Planning
Solid strategy for real results — and real satisfaction in life!
tel 843.727.7990
email: crystalbarkley@careerlife.com
www.careerlife.com
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COUNSELING
Center for Women
Individual counseling and support groups for women.
Fees based on sliding scale. Call for appointment
or more information.
129 Cannon Street, Charleston, SC 29403
tel 843.763.7333
www.c4women.org
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dentists
Dr. James H. Sexton, Jr. & Dr. Jared L. Slovan
General Implant Cosmetic Dentistry
85% of people consider a person’s smile important when
meeting for the first time, and 50% of people say it is the
FIRST thing they notice! What is your smile saying about you?
Call today for your FREE Smile Makeover photo simulation and
let us help you make a GREAT first impression!
924 Tall Pine Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
tel 843.884.0701
www.DrJimSexton.com
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in for your checkup & cleaning
appointments.

Dr. Jim Sexton & free

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Let us show you what the smile of
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your dreams looks like with our
843.884.0701 smile makeover photo simulation!
924 Tall Pine Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
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Grocery Shopping
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Make a List
Plan your family’s meals out for
the week. You won’t be tempted
by quick-fix options like fast
food and you can save money by
purchasing ingredients that can
be used in multiple meals.
Don’t Go Hungry
Going to the supermarket on
an empty stomach can likely
lead to a cart filled with snacks
and treats that look appetizing
to you now, but you regret
buying later. Make sure your
head, not stomach, is making
the decisions when it comes to
stocking up your refrigerator.
Grab a piece of fruit or a hand
full of almonds before you
head out the door.
Shop The Perimeter
In most grocery stores, the
aisles are filled with canned,
frozen and dry goods that are
loaded with fat and unnecessary
calories. The perimeter features
fresh produce, meat and fish,
dairy and other, healthier
options.
BYOB: Bring Your Own Bags
Store cloth bags in the back of
your car and bring them along
when you go food shopping.
Some stores have repositories
for used plastic bags in the
entrances as well. A healthy life
starts with a healthy Earth!
family practice
Access Healthcare
Dr. Jennifer S. Pullano, DO
Board Certified, Family Medicine
Healthcare…that’s all about you.
Access Healthcare is the Lowcountry’s premier concierge
family practice offering a closer
relationship with your personal physician in a
comfortable, relaxed atmosphere where old fashioned
care meets modern medicine.
246 Mathis Ferry Road, Suite 100, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
tel 843.971.9900
www.letssimplify.com
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Fitness Centers & Classes
Go Figure
The Figure Method gives you great posture, tremendous
flexibility and long lean muscles. The Figure Method is a
hybrid based on the principles of ballet, yoga, pilates and
orthopedic exercises. Muscle groups are shaped through
slow sustained movements and are then intensely
stretched to help create a healthy and toned body.
730-F Coleman Boulevard, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
tel 843.881.8816
Charleston@gofigurestudio.com
www.gofigurestudio.com
Gastroenterology/hepatology
Coastal Carolina Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Dr. Rya Kaplan
Providing comprehensive, compassionate care and treatment
of disorders of the digestive tract, colon cancer, hepatitis and
cirrhosis as well as advanced training in endoscopic ultrasound.
Conveniently located and affiliated with Trident Medical Center
and Summerville Medical Center.
9221 University Boulevard, Suite 102, Charleston, SC 29413
tel 843.576.0700
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betty buzz: Sun smarts

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We see it in our lotions, make-up, and
even in some clothing. But what exactly

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indicate, and how can you determine the best
level for you? This SPF checklist will
keep you smart and sassy in the sun.
❑ Look for SPF 15+: The SPF
number measures the amount of
time that you are protected from
the sun’s rays, not the level of
protection. So SPF 15 protects you
from burning for 15 times longer than you would without
it. According to the American Melanoma Foundation, an
SPF of 2 will absorb about 50% of ultraviolet radiation, an
SPF of 15 absorbs about 93%, 30 absorbs 97% and 50
about 98%.

❑ Use “Broad Spectrum” Sunscreen: This protects

from both UVA and UVB rays. Some sunscreens only
protect against the UVB or sunburn causing rays and not
the UVA or melanoma causing rays.

❑ Choose Water Resistant: If you’re a water baby,

water-resistant sunblock maintains the SPF level after 40
minutes of water immersion, while “very water-resistant”
sunblock maintains the SPF level after 80 minutes of
water immersion. Plan accordingly.

❑ Apply Properly: Apply sunscreen 15 - 20 minutes

before sun exposure. Reapply after water contact or
sweating and about every 2 hours.

❑ Don’t Skimp: The average person needs about 1 ounce

(a shot glass) of sunscreen to cover their body, so apply
liberally. Don’t reserve use for hot, sunny days only —
you can be exposed to harmful rays in windy, cloudy
and cold weather.
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The American Heart Association

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, but it can largely be
prevented. Join the Go Red Movement to receive a free red
dress pin and life-saving information. Take the Heart CheckUp
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for a free, personalized risk assessment today.

tel 1.888.MY.HEART
health

Moooved by Almonds www.goredforwomen.org

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One cup of almond milk has
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about half the calories of

Lowcountry Affiliate of
regular cow’s milk, no
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cholesterol or saturated fat,
The Susan G. Komen for the Cure promise: to save lives and
and 15% more calcium. Plus,
end breast cancer by empowering people, ensuring quality
it is creamy and delicious.
care for all and energizing science to find the cures.
For breast health information please call
Buy it at the supermarket or
tel 843.556.8011 or Race for the Cure® office 843.556.3343
make your own by blending one
or visit us at www.komenlowcountry.org
cup of raw, unsalted almonds
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(soaked in a bowl overnight)
with 3 cups of water until
massage
smooth. Add vanilla or sugar to
taste and you have a
The Spa at Charleston Place
NUTritious substitute
The Spa at Charleston Place, named “Best City Hotel Spa”
for milk!
in North America by readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, is a
full-service European spa featuring an extensive menu of lavish
services, including skin care, massage therapy, pedicures,
healthy spa cuisine, and many more delights.
Located on the 4th floor of Charleston Place Hotel in the heart of
downtown Charleston, 205 Meeting Street, Downtown, 29401
tel 843.937.8522
Just Add Nuts
www.charlestonplace.com
Adding nuts to a favorite recipe
can enhance the flavor and the Sweet 185 Body Sugaring Studio
nutrition content. Charleston’s Premier Studio for gentle, natural
& environmentally friendly hair removal.
• Puree roasted walnuts with a Offering services from brows to brazillians.
touch of walnut oil, lemon juice Sugar adheres to the hair and dead skin cells only
and Dijon to create the perfect meaning an appointment at Sweet 185 leaves you
nutty dressing for not only hair free but exfoliated as well!
salads. Sprinkle roasted nuts 476 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
on finished salad for texture. tel 843.329.3500
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• Add ground nuts to a See our ad page 20
meringue recipe with a hollow
in the center. Cook slowly,
cool and fill with whipped
cream and fruit!

For more ideas:

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betty buzz: SKIN CANCER AWARENESS
The ABCDEs of Melanoma
You should check your skin regularly for spots on your body – moles, freckles, age spots, etc. If you notice changes, check
your ABCDE’s for signs of trouble. Always see a dermatologist when you have any changes, questions or concerns!

A – Asymmetry B – Border C – Color D – Diameter E – Evolving

One half of the mole The border of the Varies, ranging in Melanomas are Over time, the
is unlike the other mole is either shades of: tan, usually > 6mm, but mole or skin lesion
half. They look like irregular in shape and brown and black; when they’re first changes in size,
two different moles is scalloped or poorly sometimes even diagnosed they can shape or color.
merged together. defined. white, red or blue. be smaller.

Self Examination Checklist

Keep notes on each area or create your own mole map. If you have a hereditary risk or sun damage, be sure to see a doctor
annually for a check up.
• Entire front & back of torso; left & right sides • Torso under your arms
• Forearms, arms front & back; under arm area • Palms & tops of hands
• Legs front & back; between legs; buttocks • Soles & tops of feet; between toes
• Back of neck; along hairline • Scalp

Source: American Academy of Dermatology, www.aad.org

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Lowcountry Vein And Medical Spa

Board Certified Surgeons - specializing in non-invasive vein
removal, the Vnus Closure Procedure and Sclerotherapy! The
top choice for vein and cosmetic treatments in Charleston
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and throughout the Southeast. All of our vein procedures are

administered by board-certified physicians. We provide the
health

Tea Party best in minimally-invasive treatments to address a variety

of medical and cosmetic needs. Now offering Cutera Laser
Herbal tea is delicious and has
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Treatments for vein, hair, redness, brown spots, fine lines,

tons of natural health benefits!
sun damage. Visit our website for complete information on
Here’s what to drink and when:
conditions we treat, methods of treatment available
and meet our team of physicians.
Chamomile:
1331 Ashley River Road, Building C, Charleston, SC 29407
Boosts the immune system,
tel 888.905.9106
relaxes nerves, and reduces
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inflammation. A great tea for
before bedtime!
mental health services

Peppermint:
Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health
In addition to its yummy
A private behavioral health care organization specializing in the
flavor, peppermint tea aids in
treatment of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
digestion, fights stress, and
It is located on the beautiful Ashley River near Charleston, SC
clears congestion.
and offers professional treatment in a safe and private setting.
Our facility offers a full range of treatment programs for
Echinacea:
children, adolescents and adults to include:
Boosts the immune system
Acute Inpatient • Substance Abuse • Intensive Outpatient
and soothes the throat.
and Partial Hospitalization • Adolescent Residential Treatment
A great tea to help fight the
Most insurance accepted. All major credit cards accepted.
common cold.
Joint commission accredited.
Initial No Cost Assessments, by appointment 9a-9p
Ginger:
tel 843.747.5830 or toll free 877.947.3223
This tea is great for combating
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nausea as it reduces dizziness
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and relieves motion sickness.

Lemon Balm:
This fruity tea calms nerves
and can help treat stress
and anxiety.

“Did you know that insomnia, headaches,

depression and anxiety are all symptoms of an
aggravation in the vata, air dosha and can be
alleviated by incorporating some easy self care into
your daily routine? Ayurvedic treatments are
available to assist with going to the root
of the problem!”
- SUZANNE GOLDSTON, Seeking Indigo
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LowCountry Women’s Specialists

We combine experience with state of the art technology
to give you confidence in your health care decisions. Come
to us for preventive care and pap smears. For prenatal
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care, ultrasounds, and delivery. For medical and surgical

management of gynecologic problems, including menstrual
health

Top 5 Cosmetic Surgical

Procedures and urinary tract disorders. For osteoporosis screening and
mammogram referrals. For family planning and infertility
1. Breast Augmentation
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counseling. For our diagnostic and surgical

2. Nose Reshaping skills, including DaVinci robotic laparoscopic surgery.
3. Eyelid Surgery From teenagers to those in their post-menopausal years,
4. Liposuction we’ve devoted our entire practice to women’s health.
5. Tummy Tuck We offer all the care you need for all your life!
Source: American Society Dr. Christopher R. Accetta; Dr. Ronnie M. Givens;
of Plastic Surgeons; Dr. Jennifer J. Heinemann; Dr. Christine L. Hunter; Dr. Michael W.
www.plasticsurgery.org Prystowsky; Dr. William M. Reeves; Dr. Heather S. Schwartzberg;
Tonya Bridges, CNM; Bridget Kenny, CNM; Carrie ReVille, CNM
North Charleston: 9291 Medical Plaza Drive
Summerville: 77 Springview Lane
tel 843.797.3664
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plastic surgeons

Anne L. Edwards, MD, PC

Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery from a Woman’s Point of View.
Breast Surgery • Reconstructive, Enhancement, & Reduction
Facial Cosmetic Surgery • Skin Care & Facial Peels • Botox
Spider Veins • Permanent Makeup • Restylane • Skin Cancer
Radiesse • Body Contouring & Liposuction
2097 Henry Tecklenburg Drive, Suite 322 West,
Charleston, SC 29414
tel 843.769.6608

“Select a country road never traveled; select one

or two favorite others; select several of your favorite
picnic ready foods and plan a wonderful day.
You and your friend(s) will return renewed.”
- NELLA BARKLEY, “Life\Work Design”,
Crystal-Barkley Corp.
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The Angel Walk

May 21, 8 am - Noon at Hampton Park
Don’t miss the 2nd annual Angel Walk to benefit Pediatric
Brain Cancer research at MUSC Children’s Hospital. The day
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will start off with a 1-mile walk around the park, followed by
live music and art by our local area schools. Breakfast and
health

Coping With Stress lunch will be provided by local vendors, and exciting activities
including jump castles, face painting, balloon artists, caricature
Causes and relievers of stress
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artists, fantastic auction items and much more will be on hand!

are unique to every one, and
Please visit the website for more information and to register!
identifying stress in your life
www.theangelwalk.com
and developing healthy ways to
eliminate and/or cope with the
March of Dimes - March for Babies
stress you experience will lead
April 30, 2011
to a longer, happier and
Cannon Park, 261 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401
healthier life.
www.marchofdimes.com; www.nacersano.org
Top 5 Stressors for Women
Women’s Heart Health Symposium
1. Death of a loved one
Saturday, April 30, 2011
2. Divorce
Designed to educate the public about risk factors, warning
3. Health
signs and prevention of women’s heart disease.
4. Job
Gaillard Municipal Auditorium, 77 Calhoun Street,
5. Finances
Charleston, SC 29401
www.muschealth.com/whhs
Popular Relievers of Stress
1. Aerobic Exercise
2. Meditation or Prayer
3. Yoga or Tai Chi
4. Muscular Relaxation
Exercises
5. Deep Breathing
Techniques
6. Engaging in Fun
Activities or Hobbies
7. Laughing
8. Volunteering
9. Keeping a Daily Journal
10. Aromatherapy, Massage or
Nutritional Supplements

Source: The American Institute of

Stress; www.stress.org

Have a ‘mental health day’ where you check

out of the world and only take care of YOU.
Pamper, nurture, indulge and let go of it all. You’ll
return not only healthier and happier but also more
calm, creative and energized. Even better, grab your
girlfriends and have fun together!
- CHRISTY SCHACHTE
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Top 10 Questions to Ask Coastal Carolina Surgical Specialists

Your Plastic Surgeon Dr. Jennifer H. Fiorini
Whether your case is routine or complex, you can be sure
• Are you certified by the
that you will receive knowledgeable and compassionate care.
American Board of Plastic
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From breast reconstruction surgery to surgical oncology to the

Surgery?
comprehensive management of trauma or injury, you’ll receive
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• Were you trained specifically

the best of care. Conveniently located and affiliated with
in the field of plastic surgery?
Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center.
• How many years of plastic
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9221 University Boulevard, Suite 102, Charleston, SC 29413

surgery training have you had?
tel 843.576.0700
• Do you have hospital
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privileges? If so, at which
hospitals?
well being
• How many procedures of this
type have you performed?
Charleston Community Yoga
• Am I a good candidate for
A donation based studio for the people.
this procedure?
We share a desire to bring yoga to the people--without
• Where and how will you
a specified cost, without unnecessary expectations or
perform my procedure?
obligations. Our intention is to grow a yoga collective, and
• How long of a recovery p
to spread peace through a group experience. We provide a
eriod can I expect?
sacred space and inspired facilitation. Come people of all ages,
• What are the risks and
experience levels and backgrounds. The practice of yoga is
complications associated with
easily adaptable to the needs of many. We will breathe,
my procedure?
move, relax and find stillness...together.
• What are my options if I am
Strengthening body, mind and spirit.
dissatisfied with the outcome of
815 Savannah Highway - Avondale, Charleston, SC 29407
my surgery?
tel 843.345.6631
• Do you have before-and-after
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photos I can look at for each
procedure?
Seeking Indigo
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Plastic Surgeons; wellness center where eastern traditions meet western
www.plasticsurgery.org technology. Offering product with purpose for home, body and
soul. Explore art, music, fashion, treasures from near and far or
go behind the doors and discover the many paths to wellness.
Experience massages, yoga, facials, detox center, Ayurveda
treatments, nutrition and more! We offer many products,
services, classes and workshops to help you find what you
have always been seeking.
445 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
tel 843.725.0217
www.seekingindigo.com
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