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Color & Light: Ancient Forms, New Paradigms

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First of a two-part series introducing the work of Peter Mandel: Light Therapy Pioneer The application of light and color as a healing modality is a rapidly developing field with roots in ancient medicine. Color light therapy offers a pain-free, non-invasive therapy with no side effects. Light exhibits a unique capacity to effect psychological and spiritual healing while simultaneously supporting physical health. The health systems of ancient cultures were based on an understanding that … [Read more...]

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A Moment with an Intuitive Chiropractor

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Massage therapy and personal training students at Saint Paul College are captivated as Dr. Steve Hiebert demonstrates muscle strength testing on a fellow student. The student has told him that she has a problem with her knee. He listens intently and proceeds to test the strength of her core. She said this was strong but he demonstrates it is actually weak. After some adjusting, he tests her core again by having her resist a strong, steady push, which she can now do. We are all amazed. Someone … [Read more...]

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Brain Extravaganza: Indiana hosts brain sculptures

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BLOOMINGTON, IN -- A collaborative community art event, "Brain Extravaganza!" will be launched throughout Bloomington, Indiana, on April 28 to promote appreciation awareness, and education about the human brain, sponsored by the non-profit organization Jill Bolte Taylor BRAINS, Inc. Twenty-two enormous (5' x 5' x 4') fiberglass brain sculptures will be on display as a collection from Noon-2 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, at the Bloomington South gymnasium. Immediately following, the 22 brains … [Read more...]

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Spirit and the Personal Trainer

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Can working with a personal trainer not only improve your health and body image but also contribute to spiritual development, leading to continual peace and happiness? "Oh, absolutely," says personal trainer, Holly Margl, who trains at Flex Appeal in St. Paul. "The key is to be in the moment, while you're running or exercising...not to dwell on negatives but to be aware of the good things going on in the present, like how good your body feels or your beautiful surroundings. That's when those … [Read more...]

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Hormones for a Healthy Heart

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Improving Your Heart Health with Bioidentical Hormones You probably don't have to be told that your heart health is important. But what exactly can you do to reduce your risk of heart disease -- or even take steps to improve your cardiovascular health? And what effect do hormones have on your heart? Hormones have potentially beneficial effects on the heart for both men and for women. For men, low testosterone has been found to be an independent predictor of increased risk of heart disease. … [Read more...]

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23 (Cheap!) Activities for Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s

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Many caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease or dementia think that they have to spend a lot of money to occupy their loved one's daytime hours. Not true. There are inexpensive and effective alternatives. If you are a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, you have a lot of responsibilities, ranging from cook to nurse to housekeeper to chauffeur, and more. While those tasks aren't always easy (far from it!), you know how to handle doctors' appointments and how to … [Read more...]

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Quantum Techniques with Heidi Gilman and Dr. Thomas Miller

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An Edge Interview on an advanced form of Energy Healing Heidi Gilman suffered from auto-immune issues since the age of 12. It began with a sledding accident in which she injured her neck, back and jaw. Within weeks, arthritis quickly spread down her spine and to her joints. She developed psoriasis and Raynaud's disease. By the time she turned 33, she developed digestive and respiratory system failures, migraines, body and organ pain, heart pain, an irregular heart beat and weight loss. … [Read more...]

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Cancer: a Disingenuous Disease: The Dangers of Repressed Emotions

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Second in a series While educating myself about the traditional medical approach to "fighting" cancer, I also searched within to discover what I knew and felt about the disease. Within a week of my diagnosis, I spoke with Carol Burling, program manager of Pathways Health Crisis Resource Center. Ironically, I had been one of their providers for over two years; now I sought support as a participant. One specific suggestion Carol had was to consider Katherine Pohlman's Health Coaching … [Read more...]

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Edge launches networking event

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A monthly networking event will debut on March 12 in Minneapolis, allowing participants to explore the holistic diversity of the Twin Cities. On the 12th of each month, a different business will be spotlighted, and the variety of those taking part will allow you to explore and network through conscious wholeness. The event is free and open to all professionals, as well as individual seekers. On March 12, Desiree Brazelton will highlight topics on Classical Homeopathy. Also, find out about … [Read more...]

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Herbal Remedies for Three ‘Collegiate’ STIs/STDs

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An education isn't the only thing many college students "get" at college. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 20-25 percent of college students in the United States have either been infected with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or have transmitted an STI to their sex partner(s). Two out of three STIs are found in people under the age of 25, and there are about 9 million new cases each year. Incidentally, an STI is an infection, but after it causes … [Read more...]

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Anxiety may be triggered by your body, not your head

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Have you been diagnosed with anxiety or depression? If so, do any of the following scenarios, based on actual people and events, sound familiar? Jordan feels constantly tense and nervous and startles at the slightest noise, jumps at a stranger brushing past him, winces at bright lights and, as the day goes by, feels progressively fatigued and depleted. He worries constantly that he won't make it through the day and meet his family and work obligations. He's been diagnosed with generalized … [Read more...]

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Cancer: a Disingenuous Disease – A Real-time Healing Journey

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Mammogram, ultrasound exam -- I was optimistic. I thought being conscious about my health and exercising regularly would keep serious illness from inhabiting my body. I am wrong. The week between hearing, "You have cancer," and meeting with the surgeon was emotionally draining. I envisioned my left breast malformed from lumpectomy, felt the itchy, burned skin damaged from radiation, visualized myself bald from chemo, and wondered, Would I feel free like I do when I am sitting naked in a … [Read more...]

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Twin Cities Wellness Group debuts to support practitioners

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A wellness group to support healing practitioners in the Twin Cities will organize on February 16 in Minneapolis. The new Twin Cities Wellness Group will involve health and wellness practitioners who are uniting to help support the growth of each other's businesses, educate on other modalities and business tools and techniques, and create a community of like-minded professionals. The group is open to all alternative medicine providers, including acupuncturists, massage therapists, wellness … [Read more...]

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Local chiropractor offers membership practice

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When most people think about chiropractic, they don't see it as something they should do for their health as regularly as eating right and exercising. But by having a nervous system free from interference, people are able to digest food for nutrition better, respond to exercise better, have more energy, experience less stress, and have the greatest potential to be all they were created to be. That is why Dr. Vernon Kuznia of Mind & Body Chiropractic Life Center operates a membership … [Read more...]

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Diabetes prevention offered at Mississippi Market Co-op

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Local residents who are worried they might be at risk for diabetes can take control by registering for a Diabetes Prevention Program offered at the Mississippi Market Co-op by the YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities. People who are at greatest risk for diabetes are overweight with a body mass index greater than 25 and have two or more of the following risk factors: high cholesterol, blood pressure is 140/90 or higher, physical activity less than two times per week, parent or sibling with … [Read more...]

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