2009 September Newsbriefs

Ayurveda Comes to Sebastian

Amba Greene, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Licensed Massage Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher, is pleased to announce the relocation of her practice "Be Nourished" to Positive Change Health Center in Sebastian. She is now accepting new clients.

Ayurveda originated in India over 5,000 years ago and is considered to be the oldest continuously practiced system of healing in the world.

"Ayurvedic Massage and Body Treatments greatly enhance our ability to harmonize our bodies with our minds and are a powerful way to ignite the natural healing system that lies dormant within us. These treatments are immensely purifying, nourishing and relaxing," explains Amba. Amba works with each person to customize a program which can include diet, exercise, herbs, and yoga.

Amba has been trained by the top doctors teaching and practicing in America today: Dr. Vasant Lad, Dr. Robert Svoboda, Dr. John Douillard, Dr. Jay Apte, Dr. Sunil Joshi and others.

"Be Nourished" is located at 10480 US Highway 1 in Sebastian. For more information call 772-589-9739, email info@benourished.net or visit www.benourished.net.

Yoga of Energy Workshop:

Dr. Anne-Marie Derouault will present a Yoga of Energy workshop on Saturday September 12th from 1-5pm. Yoga of Energy is a gentle and complete yoga which includes postures, breathing, concentration and meditation techniques. It emphasizes perception of the energy body and movements of inner consciousness during practice. "Where consciousness goes, energy goes," says Anne-Marie.

During this workshop participants will explore the basic principles and major circuits of energy in the body. "We will work with the masculine and feminine energy polarities through breathing and visualizations," explains Ann-Marie. "We will also practice present moment awareness through concentration techniques."

Dr. Anne-Marie Derouault trained for 4 years with the founder of the Academy of Yoga of Energy in Paris, France. She is certified in Kripalu Yoga and Amrit Yoga. She holds a Masters degree in Psychology and a PhD in Linguistics from the University of Paris, France

The Workshop fee is $40. For more information call 321-431-5054, email annmaryd@earthlink.net or visit www.CoachYoga.com.

Labor Day Surf Festival

The 24th Cocoa Beach Surf Company/National Kidney Foundation Labor Day Surf Festival will be held from September 3-7. The Pro-Am Surf Festival will take place at two locations, Shepard Park and The Cocoa Beach Pier and will benefit the National Kidney Foundation. This is the world’s largest charitable surfing event and it includes: A Taste of Brevard, a silent auction, live music, karate demonstrations, poster signings, yoga demonstrations, face painting for the kids, and of course surfing.

Bill Hahn, a local resident, former Pro Surfer, and recent double transplant recipient at Shands Hospital in Gainesville states, "My life has been forever enriched by my Kidney and Pancreas transplant. No more diabetes, no more insulin shots and no more dialysis. I am back to running 20 miles a day, running my business and enjoying my hobby of Lyrical Photography. Please join us and help others find what I have been given, the joy of living."

For more information visit www.nkfsurf.com.

Natural and Organic Pest Control Available

Nature’s Best Pest Detection & Elimination, Inc has reached its eleventh year in business with its niche as natural and low impact pest control by using precision targeted treatments.

Currently the company is developing a technical service for the health conscious do-it-yourself market. "Do it right, be effective and safe," explains owner Ed Kornfeld. "We can help you make sure you have the tools and the knowledge to tackle the task." Nature’s Best is offering a significant discount to those who take advantage of the "do-it-yourself" service during this development period. "We’ll do it for you or teach you how to do it properly," stated Ed.

For more information call 321-693-4100.

Former Ms. America Speaks at Autism Fundraiser

Susan Jeske, former Ms. America®, will be speaking on Saturday, October 3, at the Charitable Fashion Show & Tea for Autism. The event will be held from 1-4pm at the Melbourne Yacht Club.

Susan Jeske will give her own personal story and presentation "Are your skin care and personal care products safe? The ugly side of the beauty industry and how to avoid it."

Several years ago, severe health issues led the former Ms. America® to a holistic doctor who told her the synthetic and toxic chemicals in her skin care products were the cause of her illness. She was surprised that by taking his simple advice, to use organic and natural products, the health issues went away in just two weeks.

Susan Jeske is a professional image, beauty and makeup consultant with over 20 years experience. She has written for newspapers and magazines and appeared on radio and television worldwide.

Melbourne Yacht Club is located at 1202 E. River Drive in Melbourne. A $10 per person donation is requested at the door and all proceeds will be donated to The Jeremiah School for Autism in Melbourne. Seating is limited; contact Jerrie Hixon 321-952-7896 or JerHixon@yahoo.com for reservations. To learn more about Jeske, go to www.SusanJeske.com and to learn more about her presentation click onto: Toxic-Free Cosmetics.

Abundance Retreat in Cocoa Beach

First time in Cocoa Beach, on October 2nd and 3rd the Phoenix Center for Prosperity and Wellbeing will present Unbounded Abundance, a retreat and program to help you reset your goals, have more confidence in your future, and be inspired to move toward your dreams.

This retreat will focus on wellbeing in all aspects of your life, including the practicalities of money. Kasey Claytor, author, speaker, and financial expert for over 27 years, will lead the program along with special guest speakers. She will cover her popular Map of Money Consciousness™ explaining how to raise your money consciousness, bringing more prosperity into your life. It will be a very global look at how to improve our lives, how to develop ease, sleep better, reduce stress, and fill our lives with abundant joy, prosperity and wellbeing.

Register by going to: www.PhoenixWellBeing.com/Events.html or call 321-383-4005. Early bird pricing, 40% off the regular fee if you register before Friday, September11th.

Yoga and Meditation Classes in Vero Beach

LL Deliberate Creations Center is excited to announce Kundalini Yoga and Meditation classes in Vero Beach. Classes are open to everyone from beginners to veterans.

The Kundalini yoga class is held Wednesdays at 7pm. Kundalini yoga combines conscious breathing, guided movement, meditation, simple postures, stretching, sequence, rhythm, and sound to affect one's metabolism.

The meditation sessions are held Sunday and Tuesday at 7pm. Sessions start with everyone choosing a positive intention to focus on during their meditation (e.g., love, joy, patience, forgiveness, allowing, etc). The first 3-5 minutes is a guided meditation ending with a positive affirmation. The entire meditation session lasts approximately 30-38 minutes. "We encourage those with vast experience in meditation to do their own kind, that we in no way state this is the right or correct way. We just want to give people a safe, secure and positive atmosphere to re-align with their true essence," explains owner Lisa Terry.

LL Deliberate Creations Center is located at 1850 43rd Avenue, C-9 (upstairs) in Vero Beach. For more information call 772-564-0406 or visit www.LLDeliberateCreations.vpweb.com.

Free Nutrition for Weight-loss Class

Nature’s Provider Health Food Store is sponsoring a free class on Nutrition for weight loss with guest speaker Eric Hunstad, L.Ac. Learn what the largest studies ever conducted on nutrition reveal and what changes need to be made in order to lose weight and keep it off permanently. In this free class, you will learn what evidenced-based research shows is the most effective way to lose weight safely and permanently, improve your health, increase your energy, and lower your risk of many chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and cancer.

Eric Hunstad, L.Ac is an acupuncturist, martial arts instructor, and lecturer. He combines his expertise in Chinese medicine with the latest in evidence-based research to outline once and for all, what we should be eating and what we should be avoiding. Free samples provided.

This class will be held on Saturday, September 19 from 12-1:30pm at Nature’s Provider Health Food Store, 490 Garden Street in Titusville. To register, call Kim at 321-747-0977.

Fall and Injury Prevention Seminar

Dr. Pat Wesley of Wesley Chiropractic is presenting free talks on the steps you can take to reduce the risk of falling. "One person in four who is over 65 years old will suffer a fall in the coming year," explains Dr. Wesley. "Studies also show that one bad fall can mean a lengthy hospital stay, painful rehabilitation, or a loss of independent life."

In her presentation, Dr. Wesley will share practical tips to avoid slips, trips and falls, such as exercises to improve balance, how to walk to minimize the likelihood of falling, the role that sound nutrition and bone health may play in injury, and how you should fall to reduce injury if an accident occurs.

Dr. Wesley is a Doctor of Chiropractic and is certified in acupuncture. She utilizes the Pro-Adjuster in her practice. The Pro-Adjuster does the analysis, provides the treatment gently, and knows when to shut off by recognizing when movement has been restored evenly. This is all using the frequency sensor developed by NASA.

Patricia Wesley, D.C., is located in Rockledge. For more information or specific dates, times and locations, call 321-631-BACK (2225).

Massage for Pain Relief Available

Steve Wall from Blue Moon Therapeutic Massage specializes in pain relief with massage. "Most common chronic pain and repetitive motion injuries are caused by muscular imbalances," explains Steve. "Over time, the repetitive actions we perform lead to some muscles working more than others." Steve points out that "Muscle moves bone, a bulging disc in your neck is caused by a vertebrae out of alignment, that vertebrae is not just floating around in your body, a tight contracted muscle put it there."

Traditionally, the options offered by the medical establishment for pain management have been surgery and drug therapies. Steve offers an alternative – he uses touch. "Releasing the tight contracted muscles and allowing the body to return to a neutral position is often all that is required."

Blue Moon Therapeutic Massage is located at 218 Parnell Street in Merritt Island. Steve offers daytime, night and weekend appointments as well as accepts most insurance. For more information visit www.Pain-Relief-With-Massage.com or call 321-720-2049.

Wellspring Medical Center Open House

Dr. Rebecca Hunton is hosting an Open House to celebrate the Grand Opening of her new office. Wellspring Medical Center has relocated to 21 Suntree Place, Suite 101 in Melbourne. The Grand Opening Celebration will be September 3rd from 4-7pm. Enjoy seeing the new office and meeting the staff. There will be raffles for prizes, refreshments, samples, demos, an art gallery, custom cars, and fun for all.

Dr. Hunton will also be offering free presentations on Osteoporosis, Metabolic Syndrome, and Cardiovascular Health. Presentations are held on Wednesday evenings. Dr. Hunton will explain the fundamental causes and how to reverse the process.

For more information call 321-254-6803. See calendar for presentation dates and times.

Chakra Yoga Workshop

The Yoga Center will be offering an introduction to the Chakra System within the context of a gentle yoga class on Sunday, September 20, from 10am-12:30pm.

Explore and learn about the energy system of the body and its impact on your life. "The seven chakras are located along the spine in the subtle body or electromagnetic energy field, from the sitz bones to the crown of the head," explains certified Chakra Yoga teacher and director of the Yoga Center, Linda M. Morse. "The basic characteristics and functions of each chakra and which postures work to stimulate and balance each energy center will be covered."

No prior experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothing. For more information and to register, please call the Yoga Center at 321-728-0300, or visit www.YogaCenterMelbourne.com. The Yoga Center is located at 1540 S.John Rodes Blvd., W.Melbourne a half mile from Rt. 192, near Rt. I-95. Cost is $25 in advance, $30 at the door.

Andrew Weil M.D. to Lecture in Orlando

Andrew Weil, M.D., one of the most trusted experts on health and well-being and cited by Time magazine as one of the most influential people in the world, will conduct a town hall-style event at the Wyndham Resort and Convention Center in Orlando on September 26 beginning at 7pm. Presented by the nonprofit Florida School of Holistic Living, Dr. Weil will highlight the concepts of his new book Why Our Health Matters: A Vision of Medicine That Can Transform Our Future and his views on fixing healthcare in America.

A graduate of Harvard Medical School and currently clinical professor of medicine and public health and the founder and director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Dr. Weil has been a leader and pioneer in integrative medicine for 30 years and has also authored 10 previous books including four consecutive number one New York Times best sellers.

Weil’s appearance will be preceded by a health and information fair, featuring many integrative health organizations and natural products, at 6pm, and followed by a book sale and signing.

Advance tickets: $40. VIP advance tickets: $150 including VIP reception, event seating and complimentary copy of new book (retail price: $28). For more info or make reservations, visit HolisticLivingSchool.org/drweil/.

New Bakery and Café Open in Cocoa Village

Kaiser’s Garden Cottage Café and Heavenly Bake Shoppe are now open for business in Cocoa Village.

Enjoy a cottage atmosphere where Marianna Plum, owner and manager of the café, and her family serve up authentic German cooking with specialty Bratwurst, German potato and cabbage salad as well as vegetarian cuisine. Her specialty German grocery store offers mustards, pickles, horseradish, jams, and many other goodies. The Cottage sells a variety of fresh baked German Bread and Bretzels. The Café summer hours are Monday through Friday 11am to 2:30pm.

The Cottage is also home for the new Heavenly Bake Shoppe owned by Cynthia DeSiena and family. Cynthia brings old family recipes to life making them with all natural, wholesome and organic ingredients. While Cynthia is known for her carrot cake among local restaurants, the Bake Shoppe offers many delicious items, including fresh-baked wheat free, gluten free and vegan pastries, cakes and cookies . The bakery hours are Monday through Friday 8-4, Saturday 10-noon and 7-9pm.

Kaiser Garden Cottage and Heavenly Bake Shoppe are located at 902 Florida Avenue in Cocoa Village. For more information about the restaurant please call 321-631-2030. To place a bakery order call Cynthia at 321-759-5986.

Brevard Welcomes the Melt Method

Christine Purdy brings MELT to Brevard. Myofascial Energetic Length Technique (MELT) is a simple effective technique that returns connective tissue to its liquid state. "Developed by Sue Hitzmann, the Melt Method helps bring pain free movement and realignment to the joints," explains Christine. "MELT erases the stress that our bodies accumulate and holds in our tissue. This tissue surrounds and protects our joints, muscles, and organs creating network of support."

Christine states, "It was recently discovered that common health problems including joint and muscle pain can be reduced with regular maintenance of the tissue. Improvements in flexibility, posture, alignment, and range of motion are just a few of the Melt Method benefits." In this class special small balls are used for the hand and foot series and a melt roller is used for the body.

Christine is an Advanced Melt Practitioner, Personal Trainer, and Energy Worker. Classes are held Thursday evening at the Yoga Center and Saturday mornings at Custom fit of Brevard. First class is free at both locations .Private sessions are available. For more information email cpurdy45@aol.com, call 772-228-3022 or 914-497-4375.

Equine Assisted Workshops

Epona Rivers announces an EAGALA, Equine Assisted psychology certification program from the founder, Greg Kersten. The OK Corral series will be having a business and leadership seminar/certification September 17-19 from 8am-5pm each day. The cost of the workshop includes lunch, educational materials and all horse work. Single registration is $625 or $550 as a group rate for 3 or more. This workshop may cover CEU’s for mental health professionals, counselors, and teachers.

Epona Rivers will also have the Heart of Epona Rivers workshop October 2-4 and October 30-November 1. This workshop covers the essential teachings of the Epona Rivers method, which guides you to stop the negative chatter and noise in your head, and to develop the intelligences of your heart and gut. In this workshop participants also dig into boundaries and why they are necessary in relationships. This and other skills are done with the horses. The cost of this workshop is $500 and includes lunch, all learning materials and horse work.

Workshops will be held at Kingswood Stables, 2165 Glatter Road in Malabar. For more information and to register call 321-773-2485 or visit www.eponarivers.com and www.okcorralseries.com.

Really Really Free Market

On the last Sunday of each month from 1-3pm the Really Really Free Market of Melbourne and Palm Bay is organizing an event that resembles a garage sale – but everything is free. It works as an exchange. Bring things, take things: free goods, services, clothing, food, electronics, and furniture. "Together, we can show what a really free market can do," says organizer Adam Tritt.

The event will be held at Holmes Park, 914 Melbourne Avenue. For more information call 321-676-3383.

Dinner Gathering at Healthy Garden

Jim Wu, chef and owner of the Healthy Garden Restaurant, has invited the Healthy Planet of Brevard for a vegan sushi meal on Monday, September 7 at 6pm. The Healthy Planet of Brevard is a not-for-profit organization which actively promotes the multifaceted benefits of a planet-based diet. Visitors outside the group are warmly welcomed as well. This is a great opportunity to try a unique and delicious meal while making some new friends. The Healthy Garden provides a cuisine that is both gourmet and healthy in an atmosphere that promotes well-being. Chef Jim describes the experience as "an awakening of your taste buds to the delicacies nature has to offer."

The meal on the 7th will include Health Hearty Soup, Vegetable Brown Rice Sushi, Dessert and Green Tea for $14, including tax and tip. Please contact Barbara Bingnear at 321-242-4647 or email her at goveg@cfl.rr.com by Saturday, September 5 to make your reservations. Space is limited, so reserve your spot soon.

The Healthy Garden is located in the Post Commons Shopping Center at 4100 N. Wickham Rd, #106. They are open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

Green Fair at The Wellness Center.

The Wellness Center is excited to announce their second semi-annual Green Fair on September 19 from 10am-2pm. Enjoy workshops on organic gardening and vermiculture, making your home green and toxin-free, and all about what are and are not organic foods.

Learn to tie dye, make jewelry and try green smoothies. Relax with a free chair massage and experience Korean Hand Therapy, a needle-less micro-meridian acupuncture system for the whole body. Learn about using solar and wind energy in your home, discover green medicine and enjoy treats and food provided by El Ambia Cubana. Free samples and information provided throughout the fair.

Lee Tritt, OMD, AP will be offering free household toxin and sensitivity screenings and introducing Zyto Bioenergetic Measurement. Find out in ten minutes what is and is not affecting you in your own home and see how this new form of diagnostics can change your home, your diet and your overall health and wellness.

The Wellness Center is located at 1071 Port Malabar Blvd, Suite 106 in Palm Bay. For more information call 321-676-3383.

Craniosacral Therapy Available for Special Needs Kids

Natural Approach Acupuncture and Massage Center is now offering Craniosacral Therapy (CST) for special needs children.

CST is a light touch therapy that works with the cranial bones, sacrum and connective tissues of the body to stimulate the central nervous system to restore healthy function throughout the body.

Thomas Bailey, AP, LMT, has worked with children since 1997 when he began treating a microcephalic (small brain) child with wry-neck. He recently completed the Upledger Institute’s Craniosacral Therapy for Pediatrics training, a course focused on treating children with serious developmental issues such as autism, CP, Down’s syndrome, ADD, ADHD, sensory disorders, emotional issues and more.

Bailey states "I have been working with children for years and believe CST is a wonderful addition to the other therapies I utilize, particularly for children with developmental issues. I enjoy working with special needs children and their families and this course has deepened my understanding and provided more tools to help these wonderful children."

In addition to CST, Bailey offers acupuncture, Oriental medicine and therapeutic massage. To reach Tomas Bailey call 321-725-2438 or email TBaileyAP@aol.com. For more information on CST, please visit http://Upledger.com

Health, Wellbeing, and Abundance Classes

Ada Bagwell, Experiential Facilitator and Kundalini Yoga teacher, is offering a seven-week conversation – a class for the alignment of health, wellbeing and abundance. "These classes will work with many tools and concepts to bring about the new you in alignment with the new Heaven and Earth we have co-created for now," explains Ada.

Week one begins with thought form for our family, our friends, our work place and our pranic roots. Other classes cover such topics as collective shared patterns, beliefs and prana, holograms, and energy flow. The conversation ends with alignment and attunement graduation.

Ada explains that, "As we become harmonic with the heart of Mother Earth and the heart of the Universe, we align with and become health, abundance and the perfect self expression of source."

Classes meet on Fridays beginning September 25, 6:30-8pm at Nature's Spirit, 405 Florida Avenue, Cocoa Village. Cost is $77 for the 7 weeks. For more information and reservations call 321-432-4741.

Natural, Drug-Free Health Care for Pain that works!

Most common chronic pain and repetitive motion injuries are caused by muscular imbalances.

There are a lot of "magic" ointments, braces and widgets on the market today claiming to be the cure all for chronic pain, But the truth, is there are no magic, instant or miracle fixes that actually work. Steve Wall from Blue Moon Therapeutic Massage explains to all his clients that "Muscle Moves Bone, a bulging disc in your neck is caused by a vertebrae out of alignment, that vertebrae is not just floating around in your body, a tight contracted muscle put it there." The only "magic" Steve uses is touch. By releasing the tight contracted muscles and allowing the body to return to a neutral position is often the only magic required. There is no need to spend valuable sick and vacation leave because he also offers night and weekend appointments as well as accepts most insurances; including Health First, Aetna, Principal Life & United Healthcare.

You can find more information about Steve’s Practice on his website, which is a pretty good description of the type of bodywork Steve specializes in, www.Pain-Relief-With-Massage.com

Pedal or Support NA Biker in Brita Climate Ride

Help the environment by pedaling or supporting a member of our Natural Awakenings publishing family in the Brita Climate Ride, a five-day charity bike trek from New York City to Washington, D.C., September 26-30. The path for some 200 participants―including representatives of leading climate change, renewable energy and environmental organizations and Lolita Werhan, publisher of Natural Awakenings New Orleans―will go through some of the East Coast’s most beautiful countryside. 

The event will support the operations and educational programs of the Focus the Nation, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, and Clean Air – Cool Planet organizations. Discussions on environmental topics will take place during evenings.

For more info on event and help support Werhan, go to ClimateRide.org.

Intro to the Chakras Workshop

Sunday, September 20, 2009

10:00 am – 12 noon

$25 in advance / $30 at the door

This workshop is a perfect way to begin exploring your energy or pranic body, enabling you to go deeper in your practice and take the wisdom of these fascinating 7 energy centers into your everyday life.

Every aspect of who you are - physically, emotionally, and mentally can be attributed to the balance or imbalance of your chakras. We'll cover the basic characteristics and functions of each chakra and which postures work to stimulate and balance each energy center.

Linda Morse, director of the Yoga Center, will be leading this session. She is a certified Chakra Yoga Teacher through Todd Norian at the Kripalu Center. No prior experience is needed – please wear comfortable clothing.

Seats are limited and fill up fast so reserve your space today.

Call 728-0300 for more information

or email info@yogacentermelbourne.com

~ Groups are welcome with advance reservations ~