February 2008 Newsbriefs

Wellness Health Fair

A Better Way to Health will host a day full of activities at their Wellness Health Fair that will include alternative health and fitness lectures, free food, and a Big Red Bus Blood Drive.

Co-Owners Jaime Tanner and Deron Johnson promise, "A great lineup of distinguished speakers," including lectures and demonstrations on What Can a Digital Footprint Tell You About Your Spinal Health, Hypnosis Health Benefits, The Neti Pot: Get a handle on your colds and sinus infections, Learn the Benefits of the MBT Physiological Footwear Shoe, Rebuilding the Immune System from Above Down Inside Out, Ageing Gracefully, and Introduction to Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

There will also be free MIGIUN jade and chair massages, product discounts, raffles, and door prizes. Free delicious, healthy food will be provided by Wild Oats Community Market/Whole Foods.

Fair will be Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 1954 Dairy Road, West Melbourne from 10am to 7pm. See calendar listings for lecture times. For more information call 321-956-7777 or visit www.miguncentral.com.

Expo of Heart in Fort Lauderdale

According to the best selling author Paul Pilzner, "The wellness industry is on the verge of changing our lives as much as the automobile and the personal computer industries did." With the current state of national healthcare fueling the surge of information for alternative healing, everyone is becoming aware of lifestyle choices for mind-body wellbeing.

The Expo of Heart will be providing over 50 educational workshops and seminars for mind-body-spirit wellbeing, a question and answer panel of doctors and health practitioners will be presented, as well as over 100 exhibitors connected by community for conscious living. 

Join like-minded individuals on Sunday, February 24th from 9am–7pm at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale to explore resources for personal health, spiritual growth, environmental health and forward thinking for conscious individuals and businesses. 

The Expo is sponsored by Conscious Living Partnership, Natural Awakenings-Broward County, Vibrational Living, Natural Awakenings-Miami & Key West, Horizons Magazine,  Jill Dahne, Kandee G, Natural Awakenings-Palm Beach, Sunrise Cinemas and Think Holistic, Lite Miami101.5 FM. For more information visit www.ExpoofHeart.com or call toll free 888-292-1116.

Valentine Celebrations

Intimacy Retreats will host two weekend Valentine’s retreats. These fun and romantic getaways are designed to honor and celebrate love and to renew and enliven joyful intimacy in a relationship. Participants are introduced to the ancient teachings of Tantra and how to consciously create a deeper and more passionate connection in body, heart and soul. Quality of touch and sensual awakening exercises are used to help cultivate profound emotional and spiritual connection. There is no nudity in the workshop sessions; however couples have private "home-play assignments" that reinforce and personalize the workshop’s teachings.

Intimacy Retreats have been developed by Richard & Diana Daffner, M.A. and offer couples the time and skill training to reconnect and move their relationships to the next level. Practices are derived from the Daffners’ years of training and teaching in energy awareness, massage, Tantra, Tai Chi, Reiki, Aikido, meditation, sexuality education, and the laboratory of their own 22 year marriage. A DVD on Tantra Tai Chi and a CD of guided homeplay instructions are available, as well as private workshop sessions.

Retreats are February 15–17 on Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota and February 29–March 2 at the Holiday Inn, Ft. Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. For more information visit www.IntimacyRetreats.com or call 1-877-282-4244.

Expo Announces Savings Coupons

The Healthy Living Expo is excited to announce a new opportunity to promote your business. Featured Expo Special Coupons are now being offered as a promotional option that rounds out the business growth opportunities available for this event. These coupons are designed to offer attendees and Natural Awakenings’ readers special discounts. They will be available in three ways: an event flyer featuring expo specials, in Natural Awakenings magazine and online at HealthyLivingExpos.com. The event flyer will be distributed to event attendees as they enter the facility. "This is a great opportunity for our readers to take advantage of great deals prior to and during the event," notes Natural Awakenings’ publisher Kris Urquhart.

If you are interested in promoting your business through Healthy Living Expos call 321-777-6433 or visit www.HealthyLivingExpos.com for advertising, exhibiting, sponsor, and attendee information.

Healthy Living Expo Coming in March

Central Florida’s largest and most anticipated natural health and green living expo will host their 6th annual show on March 8th at the Florida Tech Clemente Center in Melbourne. Each year the expo attracts over 2000 visitors interested in products and services for a naturally healthy lifestyle.

The expo boasts hundreds of door prizes, free product samples, free admission, and offers opportunities for massages, free chiropractic screenings, energy treatments and much more. "Each year it is a full day of fun," explains Kris Urquhart, Natural Awakenings publisher and expo co-producer. "The workshops are intriguing and the exhibit hall is filled with fascinating products to try and services to experience."

For more information visit www.HealthyLivingExpos.com or call 321-777-6433. Exhibitor and advertising opportunities still available for a limited time.

Massage Therapist Adds Office in Melbourne

Massage therapist, Howard Northrup, is pleased to announce his new office location in Melbourne. In addition to offering house calls and on-site company massage, he now has office treatment sessions available at Natural Approach Acupuncture and Massage. At this office, Howard is accepting appointments for relaxation massage, deep tissue/therapeutic massage, Reiki Healing Touch sessions, and his newest therapy option, Alpha-Stim® treatments.

The Alpha-Stim® is an FDA-approved device that was developed in 1981 to provide an alternative solution for pain and stress-related conditions, such as anxiety, insomnia, or depression. "This pain-free device has no harmful side effects and has been proven in clinical studies to provide significant improvement in people with conditions such as migraines, fibromyalgia, and carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as many other health challenges," explains Howard.

Howard looks forward to helping clients at his new location with the same level of expertise and professionalism that has helped thousands of Brevard County residents over the past six years. His existing clients describe him as a knowledgeable therapist who truly listens and cares about helping them achieve their desired results.

Howard Northrup’s office is located at 1101 W. Hibiscus Blvd, Suite 105, Melbourne (). For more information or an appointment, contact Howard at 321-258-1201 or visit www.HowardNorthrup.com.

New Location for Dr. Lee Tritt

Lee Tritt, OMD, AP is proud to announce her move to an expanded practice. The new office offers not only a larger, centralized location but an expanded workshop and education area for the benefit of patients and the community. Dr. Tritt offers a practice of true integrative medicine based on cooperation between practitioners who treat the whole patient with wellness as their singular goal.

Lee Tritt, OMD is a primary care physician dealing with a wide range of health issues from pain-management and weight-loss to injury and chronic disease. Dr. Tritt specializes in Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture in a practice that brings the best care based on what is most appropriate and effective for her patients. "True cooperative medicine for true wellness," explains Dr. Tritt.

Office is located at Town Center, 1071 Port Malabar Blvd, Suite 106, Palm Bay. For a consultation or more information call 321-961-6432.

Pilates Studio Opens in Melbourne

Pilates EDGE is excited to announce the opening of their studio in Melbourne. Pilates is a form of exercise that concentrates on working the smaller, weaker internal muscles as well as the stronger exterior muscles. Pilates works the entire body as a whole unit but always pulls its strength and concentration from the core outward to the extremities.

The Pilates EDGE Studio offers private, apparatus, ball, plyometrics and mat sessions utilizing innovative, modern Pilates apparatus such as STOTT reformers, stability balls, resistance rings, foam rollers, and flex bands.

Owners Maria Romano and Leah Sine are both nationally certified through the Pilates Method Alliance and have been teaching since 1999. Pilates EDGE Studio is the only state-licensed establishment and is an accepted school to certify instructors in Brevard County.

Pilates EDGE is located at 2845 N. Harbor City Boulevard, Melbourne. For a complimentary session and more information call 321-259-5505 or visit www.pilatesedgeusa.com.

Alternative Healthcare and Natural Food Market Opening

After 25 years in the health business, Sherri D’Alessio is now offering a place where health concerns can be addressed and accommodated along with a fun and educational experience. A Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Sherri recently opened A Place for Health in order to "create a better tomorrow for ourselves and the planet."

Vero Beach’s only combination natural food market and alternative healthcare center, A Place for Health offers a variety of health products to suit everyone from infants to seniors. Shoppers will find fresh baked goods, food samples, and an organic produce and juice bar. Many unique gift items are available in addition to body care, pet care and household items. The extensive herbal and homeopathic pharmacy has two Doctors of Oriental Medicine on staff to help with complex health concerns. Other services include massage and therapeutic acupressure.

"Your health is our concern," says Sherri, "and we welcome you, your families and friends, and your suggestions to our new business."

A Place for Health is located at 755 27th Ave. SW, Suite 1, Vero Beach. For more information call 772-567-6700.

Integrative Relaxation for Emotional and Mental Well Being

Einstein once said that "the mind that created the problem will not be the mind that solves the problem." Much of our life is driven by our mental and emotional patterns, by our past experiences and fears. So, how do we create the state of mind where solutions arise?

Integrative Relaxation, based on the Amrit Method ™ of Yoga Nidra, offers a series of simple easy to practice techniques using body, breath and awareness to produce a deep state of physical, mental and emotional relaxation.

"One session lasts about 35-40 minutes and creates a deep brain state where you will plant a personalized intention to resolve specific stressors or emotions," explains Dr. Anne-Marie Derouault, certified Amrit Method ™ Yoga Nidra instructor. "Several intentions can be designed with the help of the facilitator and evolve as needed to progressively release negative emotions and guide your journey towards personal growth and happiness. Most people experience immediate results. With practice you will see that what once upset you no longer causes the same reaction."

For information on workshops and private sessions call 321-431-5054 or email annmaryd@earthlink.net. In February, 50% discount on the first session will be offered to Natural Awakenings readers.

Singing Bowls, Drumming, and new LMT

The Center for Healing Arts is offering an introductory class on Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls. Class facilitator Sherrill Miller is trained in Jin Shin Do Acupressure, Zen Shiatsu, Crystal Healing, Ayurveda Therapy, Aromatherapy, Color Therapy, Barefoot Shiatsu, and Reiki Therapy. Sherrill explains Singing Bowls as "Quartz crystal music that has the power to bring about a positive shift in our consciousness."

A new monthly Women’s Drum Class is beginning this month designed to teach traditional playing methods of the African Djembe and Ashiko Drums. Instructor Tiffany Aldridge, who has been drumming and facilitating circles since 1999, will cover traditional rhyme and drum circle dynamics. Tiffany will also host a special drum ceremony on March 4th to celebrate the feminine.

Also joining the Center is Gerald A. Christopher, LMT. A graduate of the Space Coast Health Institute, Gerald has completed studies in Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Aromatherapy, Colon Therapy, Raindrop Therapy, Body Safe Cupping, Herbal Remedies, Reflexology, Hot Stone Therapy, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Head and Face Acupressure, and Sports Massage. Gerald has completed the 9 Rites of the Munay-Ki and is a Reiki Master.

Center for Healing Arts is located at 916 Columbus Ave., Melbourne. For more information call 321-733-7633.

Infertility Mind/Body Program

Girlfriends Health LLC is pleased to offer a new infertility program for women experiencing pregnancy difficulties. Annmarie Waite, Nurse Practitioner, and Dr. Rachel Lefebvre, Licensed Psychologist, have teamed up to offer a wide array of health care related services including education, counseling and psychotherapy.

This Doctor/Nurse team understands trying to get pregnant, being pregnant and having a baby is not always as blissful as one would imagine. They concur that in the US, infertility affects 1 in 6 couples and pregnancy loss rates are high. "About 10% of pregnant women are clinically depressed and between 15% to 20% of women are affected by postpartum disorders," states Dr. Lefebvre.

The Mind/Body program for infertility is based on a world renowned program developed by Dr. Alice Domar of Harvard Medical School. Participants in this program show significant decreases in physical symptoms of stress and studies suggest a higher pregnancy rate after completing the program. Other services provided at Girlfriends Health LLC include private childbirth education and newborn classes, as well as individual and group counseling for infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustments, and substance abuse issues.

For more information, visit www.girlfriendshealth.com or call Annmarie Waite at 321-517-9394 or Dr. Lefebvre at 321-536-1724.

Gabriel’s Gates Announces New Owner and Name Change

For the past six years, Gabriel’s Gates has been known for intuitive readings, energy/healing work, guided meditation, stones, crystals, and hand dipped incense. Owners Reverend Brenda and Bob Gruskos recently decided, "It was time for our little baby to grow up." Through change comes growth and the new owner Misty Dawn, LMT (MA#48631), has renamed the practice Healing Hands of Gabriel’s Gates, LLC.

Readings and energy work will be available by appointment as well as many expanded services including Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, Relational Bodywork Techniques, Unwinding, and Reiki initiations. A Couples Massage Class will also be offered for partners to learn the therapeutic value of touch. Each couple will learn to understand their partner’s body language and further develop stress reducing techniques that can be incorporated into day to day living.

A Master Herbologist will be offering detox through the feet with the use of an ion foot spa, classes on medicinal purposes of herbs, and will have her own mixture of teas, essential oils, tinctures, and salves.

Healing Hands of Gabriel’s Gates is located at 2015 13th Ave., Vero Beach. For more information call 772-564-9649.

Healthy Living Expo Coming in March

Central Florida’s largest and most anticipated natural health and green living expo will host their 6th annual show on March 8th at the Florida Tech Clemente Center in Melbourne. Each year the expo attracts over 2000 visitors interested in products and services for a naturally healthy lifestyle.

The expo boasts hundreds of door prizes, free product samples, free admission, and offers opportunities for massages, free chiropractic screenings, energy treatments and much more. "Each year it is a full day of fun," explains Kris Urquhart, expo co-producer. "The workshops are intriguing and the exhibit hall is filled with fascinating products to try and services to experience."

For more information visit www.HealthyLivingExpos.com or call 321-777-6433. Exhibitor and advertising opportunities still available for a limited time.

Crystal Workshop in Vero Beach

Are you ready to experience a whole new level of working with crystals, minerals, and vibrational medicine? The Inspired Heart is sponsoring "Becoming the Human Crystal: Explorations in Crystal Resonance" Workshop on February 16 and 17 and Primus Activation Healing™ Technique on February 23 and 24 in Vero Beach.

In this workshop participants will learn how and why crystals and stones work as healing and spiritual growth tools, with information from both scientific and spiritual approaches. Also included is understanding the purpose of crystals; choosing, clearing, and awakenings crystals and stones; using crystals to connect with your personal healing and spiritual guides; and much more. "Her workshops are filled with meditations, humor, and even scientific information," explains Patricia Williams, owner of The Inspired Heart.

The workshop is presented by Naisha Ahsian, a shaman, teacher, healer and the author of The Crystal Ally Cards: The Crystal Path to Self -Knowledge and co-author of The Book of Stones. She is the developer of the Crystal Resonance Therapy™ and Primus Activation Healing™ techniques and Director of the Crystalis Institute for Personal & Planetary Transformation in America.

Private consultations and readings available in February. The Inspired Heart is located at 2235 14th Avenue, downtown Vero Beach. Call 772-569-2877 for information and reservations.

Chakra Yoga Workshop

The Yoga Center in Melbourne is offering a Chakra Yoga Workshop. Chakras are the energy systems which reside within the body from the base of the spine to the crown of the head. Chakra is a Sanskrit word that means wheel or disk. The seven major chakras are located in the subtle body or electromagnetic energy field. These are spinning energy vortices and correspond to specific physiological parts of the body as well as to levels of consciousness, developmental stages, colors, sounds, body functions, etc.

The workshop will teach participants about these systems and the impact on their life within the context of a gentle yoga class. Poses for each charka will be taught which will improve grounding, energy flow, strength, and balance.

Linda Morse, director of the Yoga Center and certified to teach Chakra Yoga, will present this workshop.

Workshop will be held Sunday, February 10 from 10am-noon at 1540 S. John Rhodes Blvd., Melbourne. Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. For more information, contact the Yoga Center at 321-728-0300 or online at www.YogaCenterMelbourne.com.

Solar Water Heating Available

Russell & Sun Solar, a company that sells, installs, maintains, and repairs pool and water heating systems, is offering solar water heating systems. For consumers interested in decreased energy use, this state-of-the-art technology makes it possible to reduce electric bills by one-third. Pool heating systems cost nothing to operate as they work in conjunction with an existing pool pump. The system automatically senses the intensity of the sun and redirects water through the solar panels for maximum heating efficiency. Everything is powered by the sun including the circulation pump. Sam Cochrane explains the systems are an excellent investment, "They will pay for themselves in 2-5 years and last over 20 years." Federal and state tax credits/incentives are also available to reduce the total cost to the consumer.

For more information and a free on-site estimate, contact Russell & Sun Solar at www.BrevardSolar.com or call 321- 729-0207.

Anti-Aging Physician in Suntree

Dr. Kim Zipper believes the journey of aging can be enhanced through preventive therapies and has opened an anti-aging facility to address this evolutionary process. The Fountain of You is a medical facility focused on age management solutions. Preventive therapies are designed to combat the negative aspects of the aging process and maximize the long-term quality of life.

The unique, boutique-style medical center offers a personalized plan of care that integrates exercise, nutrition, supplements, hormone education and therapy. "Decreased hormone levels and metabolic deficiencies are a reality of the aging process," says Dr. Zipper. "These biologic changes contribute to reduced energy levels, decreased sex drive, hair loss and a variety of other symptoms." The protocol at The Fountain of You provides the resources to actively manage health and restore youthful exuberance.

The Fountain of You is located at 3 Suntree Place, Ste 111B, Melbourne. For more information call 321-544-8076 or visit www.fountainofyou.md.