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28 healingways 37 inspiration 40 greenliving 42 wisewords 44 healthykids 48 calendar 58 classifieds 59 resourceguide
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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.
28 FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Taking the Whole Toolbox Approach by Kathleen Barnes
30 WHOLE PERSON HEALTH CARE
Local Functional Medicine Practitioners Use a Complete Toolbox Approach by Linda Sechrist
32 BANISHING WHEAT BELLY The Drawbacks of a
Wheat-Dominated Diet by Lee Walker
34 EXPLORING OUR CREATIVE SIDE Engaging in Community Arts
Brings Unexpected Rewards by Judith Fertig
37 PEACE MAIL Spreading Good Will on Earth Through Art by April Thompson
38 INJURY-FREE YOGA Proven Approaches for Safe Practice by Lynda Bassett
44 MAKING ALLOWANCES Learning to Manage Money at a Young Age by Sharon Lechter
46 DOGGY LOST…
AND FOUND AGAIN by Avery Mack
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