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The Central Coast Guide to Green and Healthy Living!

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Bringing People Together...to Make a Sustainable Difference!

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Is it organic, fair-trade and local? Does it contain genetically modified organisms (GMO)? The demand of labeling GMOs makes it clear that we all want more information on the sources of our food. Inspired by investigative articles, books and documentaries on food production, we want to know how our food is produced and at what costs. Increasingly, environmental and social costs are a part of that equation,

and for good reason. According to the United Nations, by 2050 there will be an additional 2 billion people on earth, and resource exploitation presents significant risks for future generations. No one would deny the need for improved sustainability efforts.

Many companies still have a long way to go in getting to the bottom of their supply chains, responding to the needs of communities, and ensuring progress in their sustainability goals. Progress may come in small steps. Corporate behavior is bending towards more socially responsible conduct. Many companies are NOW paying attention to criticism about their environmental and social impact on the environment. Please keep voicing your opinion and voting with your purchasing dollars. Yes, they ARE listening!

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Solstice Green Directory Mission: To provide information on environmental issues and ways to address concerns of residents on the Central Coast. To help educate consumers so that they can make better choices locally by providing visibility of green and healthy products and services. To develop and provide business networking opportunities to encourage relationships that will support a more sustainable community.

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Ten Cooking Wise Tips! 15

Saving Water! 16

Can Certain Foods Make You Happy? 18

Use Your Noodle to Save Water! 20

Java? Jeepers! 22

Formaldehyde in Cosmetics? 24

Take a Walk! 27

Easy Eco Design Tips... 28

Lentils... Loaded With Benefits! 30

Reuse it! 32

Grey is the New Green... 34

Calorie-Free Sweeteners? 36

Are Laundry Detergents a Health Hazard? 39

Turmeric Instead of Tylenol? 40

Earthquake... Are You Ready? 42

Bananas... Are They a Mood Lifter? 45

Cauliflower... Healthy and Tasty Too! 46

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ACCESSORIES & GIFTSBambu Batu • (805) 788-0806The House of Bamboo1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo 93401www.bambubatu.comOrganic natural products for your conscious lifestyle

ANTI-AGING THERAPIESKohana Pharmacy & Center for Regenerative Medicine(805) 542-0864 • www.kohanarx.com181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 120 • San Luis ObispoPlease see display ad on page 25

APPRAISALSPremier Estate Sales & Appraisals (805) 489-1992We get the job done right with terrific results!www.premierestatesalesca.comPlease see display ad on page 19

AROMATHERAPYCarol Dawn’s Reflexology & MassageAromatherapy, too • (805) 546-8660Serving San Luis Obispo for 26 years1171 Toro St., Suite B, San Luis ObispoPlease see display ad on page 47

ASTROLOGYThe EFT Astrologer Pamela Leigh Powers, CCHT, EFTUsing your horoscope to create EFT scriptsto a better life.www.acumindeft.com

SLO Astrologers Call for updated meeting information.sloastrologers.blogspot.comPlease see display ad on page 52

ATTRACTIONSHearst Castle • (800) 444-4445Visitor Center Opens at 8 am Daily. First Tour Begins at 9 amAdvanced Reservations Strongly Recommended750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452www.hearstcastle.orgPlease see display ad on inside front cover

BABY & CHILDRENEcoBambino • (805) 540-7222863 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Natural, eco-friendly products for children.www.ShopEcoBambino.com

BARTER BUSINESS GROUPCal Coast Trade • Call Gregg • (805) 975-5334A sustainable way to do business!Watch the video on our web site…www.calcoasttrade.comPlease see display ad on page 8

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Original Sprout • (888) 805-2229Natural hair & skin care for the whole familywww.OriginalSprout.comPlease see display ad on page 19

BEAUTYHair Lines Salon & Beauty Center(805) 528 – 08481064 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los OsosFull Service – Family SalonColor • Cuts • Styles • Waxing • Nail Care & Massage

BIODIESEL EDUCATIONThe American Biodiesel Buyers Club, Corp.Education on how using biodiesel improvesour environment and health.www.thebiodieselclub.orgPlease see display ad on page 19

BOTANICALSCoastal Gourmet Pollen, etc.The freshest Central Coast grown certified organic botanicals for the best value.(855) 535-4596www.coastalgourmetpollen.comPlease see display ad on page 31

BUILDING RESOURCESMatt Clark Tile & Stone • (805) 543-7600181 Tank Farm Rd. Ste. 140, SLO www.mattclarktile.comWe carry beautiful environmentally friendly productsPlease see display ad on page 31

SLO Green Build • (805) 286-0072Non-profit green bldg education & supportwww.slogreenbuild.org

BUSINESS TRADINGCal Coast Trade • Call Gregg • (805) 975-5334A sustainable way to do business!Watch the video on our web site…www.calcoasttrade.comPlease see display ad on page 8

BUS SERVICERegional Transit Authority (RTA)(805) 541-2228RTA buses get you around the county 7 days a week!Talk Green. Live Green. Hop Aboard.www.SLORTA.orgPlease see display ad on page 44

CAFÉSunShine Health Foods/Shine CaféWhole Food Market & Organic Cafe415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay • (805) 772-7873Please see display ad on page 37

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKSHearst Castle • (800) 444-4445Visitor Center Opens at 8 am Daily. First Tour Begins at 9 amAdvanced Reservations Strongly Recommended750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452www.hearstcastle.orgPlease see display ad on inside front cover

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTR. Barkley & Associates • (800) 211-5677Professional Business ServicesTaxes, Bookkeeping, Home Loans, Investment Planningwww.rbarkley.comPlease see display ad on page 33

CLEANINGCoastline Cleaning Company • (805) 400-5433Commercial • Residential • Rental Properties • RCFE’sAlways Eco-friendly • [email protected] see display ad on page 29

CLOTHING & BAMBOOBambu Batu • (805) 788-0806The House of Bamboo1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo 93401www.bambubatu.comOrganic natural products for your conscious lifestyle

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERSCHC of the Central Coast, Inc.Corp. HQ: 2050 Blosser Road, Santa Maria, CA 93458communityhealthcenters.org • (866) 614-4636(805) 929-3211Please see display ad on page 7

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CHC Arroyo Grande 260 Station Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420Medical - (805) 473-6201Pediatrics - (805) 473-6202CHC Arroyo Grande -Fair Oaks/The Doctor’s Office1057 Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420(805) 270-1700

CHC Atascadero7512 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422(805) 792-1400

CHC Cambria2515 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428(805) 927-5292

CHC Cuyama4711 Highway 166, New Cuyama, CA 93254(661) 766-2149

CHC Grover Beach555 S. 13th St. Ste. B, Grover Beach, CA 93433(805) 473-4712

CHC Guadalupe4581 10th Street, Suite C, Guadalupe CA 93434(805) 343-5577

CHC Lompoc425 W. Central Ave, Suite 201, Lompoc CA 93436Medical - (805) 737-1169Dental - (805) 735-2846

CHC Nipomo150 Tejas Place, Nipomo, CA 93444Primary Care, Dental, Pediatrics, OB/GYN,Optometry, Chiropractic, Mental Health(805) 929-3211

CHC Paso Robles416 A Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 Medical - (805) 226-1102Pediatrics - (805) 226-1129CHC San Luis Obispo 77 Casa Street, San Luis Obispo, CAPrimary Care, Pediatrics, Chiropractic, Lab services(805) 269-1500CHC San Luis Obispo - Women’s Health1551 Bishop St., Suite B-240, SLO, CA 93401(805) 549-0402

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CHC Santa Maria - Arbor Medical GroupWomen’s Health/OB/GYN1418 E. Main St, Suite 210, Santa Maria CA 93454(805) 928-3678

CHC Santa Maria IMedical, Pediatrics, Women’s Health/Ob/Gyn2801 Santa Maria Way, Suite A-C, Santa Maria, CA 93454(805) 938-9200

CHC Santa Maria II - Pediatrics201 W. Mill Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458(805) 345-3701

CHC Santa Maria III - Primary Care1414 S. Miller St, Ste. 9, SM CA 93454(805) 345-3750

CHC Santa Maria III – Pediatric Dental1414 S. Miller St, Ste. 8, SM CA 93454(805) 345-3702

CHC Santa Maria - Broadway Dental210 N. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454(805) 347-1171

CHC San Miguel1385 Mission Street, San Miguel, CA 93451(805) 467-2344

CHC TempletonPrimary Care, Dental, Women’s Health/Ob/Gyn325 Posada Lane, Templeton, CA 93465(805) 542-6700

COMPUTER CONSULTING/TRAININGKCBX.net • (805) 781-2580Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Quickbooks and more.4100 Vachell Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401www.kcbx.net

CREDIT UNIONSSESLOC Federal Credit Union • (805) 543-1816A not-for-profit, depositor owned, financial institution serving all who live, work, worship or attend school in San Luis Obispo County.11491 Los Osos Valley Rd., SLO;1399 Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande;8380 El Camino Real, Atascadero;13th & Spring Streets in Paso Robleswww.sesloc.orgPlease see display ad on back cover

CUISINEwww.CasaFestiva.com“Exploring the culture of cuisine!”Sustainability • Fun • Food & WinePlease see display ad on page 21

DENTALPacific Dental Excellence • (805) 929-6814Dentistry dedicated to protecting your total health.www.pacificdentalexcellence.comPlease see display ad on page 33

DRY CLEANERSPaul’s Dry Cleaners & Laundry (805) 543-2250State-Of-The-Art Dry Cleaning • Full Laundry Drapery & Down Specialists • Beat Competitor’s Coupons214 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401www.paulsdrycleaner.comPlease see display ad on inside back cover

EARTH FRIENDLY PRODUCTSNorwex – Vanessa Pronge • (805) 268-3674Improving Quality of [email protected] see display ad on page 35

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Original Sprout • (888) 805-2229Natural hair & skin care for the whole familywww.OriginalSprout.comPlease see display ad on page 19

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUESMia Simmons, ADV, Level 3 • (805) 528-7633Advanced, Level 3 EFT PractitionerMeridian tapping technique • www.miasimmons.comPlease see display ad on page 27

EFT Life Mentor Pamela Leigh Powers, CCHT-EFTTry the holistic approach; using EFT, Hypnotherapy, Touch for Health, Reikiwww.acumindeft.com

ENERGY BARSOff The Farm • (866) 510-3276All Natural • Vegan • Wheat Freewww.offthefarm.comPlease see display ad on page 29

ENERGY WORK / ENERGY MEDICINEAmethyst Healing Center704 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428(805) 927-1700

Mia Simmons, ADV, Level 3 • (805) 528-7633Advanced, Level 3 EFT PractitionerMeridian tapping technique • www.miasimmons.comPlease see display ad on page 27

The Healing Works • Brenda Keeney(805) 478-1223Shaman, Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Intuitive405 E. Branch St. #107, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420www.thehealingworks.orgPlease see display ad on page 33

ENTERTAINMENTDavid Orr Music • (805) 801-7725Singer – Songwriter - PerformerMusically Enhancing Any [email protected]

DR. MAGIC • (805) 544-7737www.drmagic.bizEducational Fun-filled COMEDY MAGIC for All Agesand Colorful, Biodegradable Baloon Animals, Hats,& Heart Flowers/Happy Face Wands!Great Shows for Children to Seniors asDR. MAGIC or “The GREEN WIZARD”!Please see display ad on page 49

“The GREEN WIZARD”(805) 544-7737 • www.drmagic.bizTeaching boys & girls about “GREEN LIVING” now!Supporting family activities to: Recycle, Reduce, Reuse!Sustainable Magic Shows & Biodegradable Balloons.Please see display ad on page 49

ESTATE SALESPremier Estate Sales & Appraisals (805) 489-1992We get the job done right with terrific results!www.premierestatesalesca.comPlease see display ad on page 19

EVENTSWVO to Biodiesel Recycling EventNov. 29 2014 11am – 3pmMorin Brothers Auto4090 Broad St, SLOwww.thebiodieselclub.orgPlease see display ad on page 19

EVENT SERVICESMHI Tech Labs • (661) 513-3828Web Sites, Internet Media, Event Photography, and Creative Services • www.mhilabs.comPlease see display ad on page 13

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ProSource Flooring • (805) 781-2657The Largest Wholesale Flooring Source in North America • www.prosourcefloors.comPlease see display ad on page 23

GARDENINGGreywater Systems by Edulis Gardens (805) 452-7473Laundry to Landscape Greywater Systems for the water-wise, drought conscious garden. Distributes reused laundry water safely to plants. Free consultation and estimate.www.edulisgardens.com/greywater

GIFTSEcoBambino • (805) 540-7222863 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Natural, eco-friendly products for childrenwww.ShopEcoBambino.com

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GRAINSCoastal Gourmet Pollen, etc.The freshest Central Coast grown certified organicAncient, Heirloom & Specialty grains.(855) 535-4596www.coastalgourmetpollen.comPlease see display ad on page 31

GREEN FLOORINGMatt Clark Tile & Stone • (805) 543-7600181 Tank Farm Rd. Ste. 140, SLO www.mattclarktile.comWe carry beautiful environmentally friendly productsPlease see display ad on page 31

ProSource Flooring • (805) 781-2657The Largest Wholesale Flooring Source in North America • www.prosourcefloors.comPlease see display ad on page 23

GREEN-REALTORAllyson Nakasone, Realtor®, Ecobroker® (805) 234-0809www.mySLOhome.comColdwell Banker Premier Real Estate689 Tank Farm Road, Suite 230, SLOPlease see display ad on page 21

C. Green Real Estate Co. 171 N. 13th St. Suite A, Grover Beach 93433O: 481-7700 F: 481-9338 P: 441-7370www.cgreenrealestate.comPlease see display ad on page 19

GREYWATER SYSTEMSGreywater Systems by Edulis Gardens (805) 452-7473Laundry to Landscape Greywater Systems for the water-wise, drought conscious garden. Distributes reused laundry water safely to plants. Free consultation and estimate.www.edulisgardens.com/greywater

HAIR & SKIN PRODUCTSOriginal Sprout • (888) 805-2229Natural hair & skin care for the whole familywww.OriginalSprout.comPlease see display ad on page 19

HEALTH / DETOXDavid Orr - Relaxationist • (805) 801-7725Restoring Relaxation & Enhancing Personal [email protected]

Pacific Dental Excellence • (805) 929-6814Dentistry dedicated to protecting your total health.www.pacificdentalexcellence.comPlease see display ad on page 33

HEALTH / FITNESSAvila Bay Athletic Club & Spa(805) 595-7600Tropical paradise, tennis, ozone pools, classes incl. yoga, cafe & catering, conf. rooms, special eventsavilabayclub.comPlease see display ad on page 35

HEALTH / WELL-BEINGHealing the Quantum Way • (805) 610-2642Support your whole body with Biofeedback and Nutritional Testing.5610 West Mall, Atascaderowww.healingthequantumway.comPlease see display ad on page 31

HEALTH FOOD STORESSunshine Health Foods/Shine CaféWhole Food Market & Organic Cafe415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay • (805) 772-7873Please see display ad on page 37

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HEALTH / HEALING CENTERSAmethyst Healing Center704 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428(805) 927-1700

HERBS & SPICESCoastal Gourmet Pollen, etc.The freshest most unique Central Coast grown certified organic gourmet herbs & spices.(855) 535-4596www.coastalgourmetpollen.comPlease see display ad on page 31

HOME MORTGAGE LOAN SERVICER. Barkley & Associates • (800) 211-5677New Purchase & Refinancing of Conforming FHA &Jumbo Home Loans at Record Low Interest Rateswww.rbarkley.comPlease see display ad on page 33

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINESalus Integrative Medicine • (805) 226-51901020 Pine Street, Paso Robles CA 93446Darya R. Boland, NDW. Jamey Kirkpatrick, NDDoctors of Naturopathic Medicinewww.salusintegrativemedicine.com Please see display ad on page 37

INVESTMENT SERVICESVirginia Perry Souza • (805) 347-4544Wealth Advisor • Senior Vice-PresidentMorgan Stanley800-659-4311 [email protected]/fa/virginia.souzaPlease see display ad on page 23

JANITORIALCoastline Cleaning Company • (805) 400-5433Commercial • Residential • Rental Properties • RCFE’sAlways Eco-friendly • [email protected] see display ad on page 29

Enviroclean • (805) 710-4101Office Cleaning • Window Cleaning • Outside MaintenanceEnvironmentally safe & LEED approved productsFax: 805-619-7189 • [email protected] see display ad on page 37

LANDSCAPE DESIGNSage Ecological Landscapes & Nursery(805) 574-0777Sustainable gardens & giftsComplete landscape services1188 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osossagelandscapes.netPlease see display ad on page 41

LANDSCAPING SUPPLIESSage Ecological Landscapes & Nursery(805) 574-0777Sustainable gardens & giftsComplete landscape services1188 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osossagelandscapes.netPlease see display ad on page 41

LOANSSESLOC Federal Credit Union • (805) 543-1816A not-for-profit, depositor owned, financial institution serving all who live, work, worship or attend school in San Luis Obispo County.11491 Los Osos Valley Rd., SLO; 1399 Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande;8380 El Camino Real, Atascadero; 13th & Spring Streets in Paso Robleswww.sesloc.orgPlease see display ad on back cover

MASSAGEAmethyst Healing Center704 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428(805) 927-1700

Carol Dawn’s Reflexology & MassageAromatherapy, too • (805) 546-8660Serving San Luis Obispo for 26 years1171 Toro St., Suite B, San Luis Obispowww.caroldawnsreflexology.comPlease see display ad on page 47

METABOLIC DIETRelished Food - Holistic Nutrition Laureen Wallravin, NTP, FDNFind out what foods work for your uniquebody chemistry with non-invasive metabolic testing.www.relishedfood.com • 805.242.3677

MUSEUMSThe Natural History Museum • (805) 614-0806412 S. McClelland St. Santa MariaWhere natural history comes to life.www.naturalhistorysantamaria.com

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MUSICDavid Orr Music • (805) 801-7725Singer – Songwriter - PerformerMusically Enhancing Any [email protected]

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINESalus Integrative Medicine • (805) 226-51901020 Pine Street, Paso Robles CA 93446Darya R. Boland, NDW. Jamey Kirkpatrick, NDDoctors of Naturopathic Medicinewww.salusintegrativemedicine.com Please see display ad on page 37

NETWORKINGSolstice Green Directory • (805) 473-5064Solstice Green Mixers • Mix & meet localgreen businesses that make a difference!See NEW Website for venues, times and other events.www.slosolstice.com

NON-PROFITSierra Club-Santa Lucia Chapter547-B Marsh St • San Luis Obispo(805) 543-8717 • santalucia.sierraclub.orgPlease see display ad on page 47

SLO Green Build • (805) 286-0072Non-profit green bldg education & supportwww.slogreenbuild.org

NUTRITIONThe Healing Works • Brenda Keeney(805) 478-1223Holistic Nutritionist, Shaman, Medical Intuitive405 E. Branch St. #107, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420www.thehealingworks.orgPlease see display ad on page 33

Healing the Quantum Way • (805) 610-2642Support your whole body with Biofeedback and Nutritional Testing.5610 West Mall, Atascaderowww.healingthequantumway.comPlease see display ad on page 31

Relished Food - Holistic Nutrition Laureen Wallravin, NTP, FDNFind out what foods work for your uniquebody chemistry with non-invasive metabolic testing.www.relishedfood.com • 805.242.3677

OFFICE SPACESan Luis Business Center • (805) 540-5100Shared resources - sustainable options/office space4251 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Please see display ad on page 48

ORGANIC CAFESunShine Health Foods/Shine CaféWhole Food Market & Organic Cafe415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay • (805) 772-7873Please see display ad on page 37

OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINEKathryn A. Perry, D.O. • (805) 548-8490777 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401816 Main Street, Suite D, Cambria, CA 93428Please see display ad on page 35

PHARMACYKohana Pharmacy & Center for Regenerative Medicine(805) 542-0864 • www.kohanarx.com181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 120 • San Luis ObispoPlease see display ad on page 25

PHYSICIANKathryn A. Perry, D.O. • (805) 548-8490777 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401816 Main Street, Suite D, Cambria, CA 93428Please see display ad on page 35

POLLENSCoastal Gourmet Pollen, etc.The only Central Coast grown certified organic gourmet edible pollens in the world.(855) 535-4596www.coastalgourmetpollen.comPlease see display ad on page 31

PRINTED APPARELDolphin Shirt Company • (805) 541-2566Quality Screen Printing Since 1981757 Buckley Rd. • San Luis ObispoPlease see display ad on page 51

RADIO BROADCASTINGAGM California, Inc • (805) 781-2750The Central Coast’s leading radio group:98.1 KJUG, 93.3 KZOZ, Q104.5, The KRUSH 92.5Locally owned and operated for over 30 yearsserving this community with pride.Please see display ad on page 50

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El Dorado Broadcasters • (805) 545-0101KSLY-FM, KSTT-FM, KURQ-FM, KVEC-AMKSMX-AM, KSMY-FM, KSNI-FM, KXFM-FMPlease see display ad on page 38

KCBX FM Public Radio • (805) 549-8855Symphonies, jazz, daily news & transforming storiesStreaming live on the Internet at www.KCBX.orgPlease see display ad on page 4

REALTOR-GREENAllyson Nakasone, Realtor®, Ecobroker® (805) 234-0809www.mySLOhome.comColdwell Banker Premier Real Estate689 Tank Farm Road, Suite 230, SLOPlease see display ad on page 21

C. Green Real Estate Co. 171 N. 13th St. Suite A, Grover Beach 93433O: 481-7700 F: 481-9338 P: 441-7370www.cgreenrealestate.comPlease see display ad on page 19

RECYCLINGEco Club Five Cities • (805) 489-9696Find out how to “zero waste” your event!Items recycled • Food stuff [email protected] see display ad on page 29

REFLEXOLOGYCarol Dawn’s Reflexology & MassageAromatherapy, too • (805) 546-8660Serving San Luis Obispo for 26 years1171 Toro St., Suite B, San Luis Obispowww.caroldawnsreflexology.comPlease see display ad on page 47

RE-USEGoodwill Industries • (805) 544-0542Facilitating reuse for over 100 years, with all types of second-hand merchandise • www.scgoodwill.orgPlease see display ad on page 23

RIDESHARINGRegional Rideshare • (805) 781-1385Information on bicycle commuting, ridesharing,transit and telework • www.rideshare.orgPlease see display ad on page 26

SALONHair Lines Salon & Beauty Center(805) 528 – 08481064 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los OsosFull Service – Family SalonColor • Cuts • Styles • Waxing • Nail Care & Massage

SHAMANISMThe Healing Works • Brenda Keeney(805) 478-1223Shaman, Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Intuitive405 E. Branch St. #107, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420www.thehealingworks.orgPlease see display ad on page 33

SHOESThe Shoe Tree • (805) 773-5571Personalized shoe fitters featuring the mostpopular brands.801 Dolliver St, Pismo Beach, CA 93449www.shoetreeinc.comPlease see display ad on inside back cover

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SPA SERVICESAvila Bay Athletic Club & Spa(805) 595-7600 ex.0 Use of club included on day of service! Full service spaincluding massage, mani & pedi, organic facials,and more! • 6699 Bay Laurel Plc, Avila Beachavilabayclub.comPlease see display ad on page 35

SUPERFOODSOff The Farm • (866) 510-3276All Natural • Vegan • Wheat Freewww.offthefarm.comPlease see display ad on page 29

SUSTAINABLE FOOD & WINEwww.CasaFestiva.com“Exploring the culture of cuisine!”Sustainability • Fun • Food & WinePlease see display ad on page 21

THRIFT STORESGoodwill Industries • (805) 544-0542Facilitating reuse for over 100 years, with all types of second-hand merchandise • www.scgoodwill.orgPlease see display ad on page 23

TILEMatt Clark Tile & Stone • (805) 543-7600181 Tank Farm Rd. Ste. 140, SLO www.mattclarktile.comWe carry beautiful environmentally friendly productsPlease see display ad on page 31

TOURSHearst Castle • (800) 444-4445Visitor Center Opens at 8 am Daily. First Tour Begins at 9 amAdvanced Reservations Strongly Recommended750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452www.hearstcastle.orgPlease see display ad on inside front cover

TRANSPORTATIONRegional Rideshare • (805) 781-1385Information on bicycle commuting, ridesharing,transit and telework • www.rideshare.orgPlease see display ad on page 26

Regional Transit Authority (RTA)(805) 541-2228RTA buses get you around the county 7 days a week!Talk Green. Live Green. Hop Aboard.www.SLORTA.orgPlease see display ad on page 44

VENUESage Ecological Landscapes & Nursery(805) 574-0777Sustainable gardens & gifts • Complete landscape services • 1188 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osossagelandscapes.netPlease see display ad on page 41

WEBSITE DESIGNMHI Tech Labs • (661) 513-3828Web Sites, Internet Media, Event Photography, and Creative Services • www.mhilabs.comPlease see display ad on page 13

WINDOW CLEANINGEnviroclean • (805) 710-4101Office Cleaning • Window Cleaning • Outside MaintenanceEnvironmentally safe & LEED approved productsFax: 805-619-7189 • [email protected] see display ad on page 37

ZERO WASTEEco Club Five Cities • (805) 489-9696Find out how to “zero waste” your event!Items recycled • Food stuff [email protected] see display ad on page 29

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Put some (or all) of these easy cooking wise tips into practice to be friendlier to the planet and your wallet: 1) Use cloth napkins. Not only are they more durable, but ditching disposable napkins will also save plenty of money over the years.

2) Cook from scratch. It uses fewer resources than dining out or by buying pre-made food. 3) Use a pressure cooker. This is a terrific way to save time, money, and energy all at the same time.

4) Cook with residual heat. Turning off the oven five minutes before the meal is ready will allow the food to continue cooking,

while also saving some energy. 5) Eat less meat. Learning to cook a few choice vegetarian meals will save money, add variety to your

palate, and give the planet a helping hand. 6) Grow some of your own food. For those who don't have a garden, simply

growing herbs on a windowsill can save hundreds in the long run. 7) Start a compost pile. A compost

heap will save money on fertilizers, maintain soil health, and keep all those food scraps

from ending up in a dump and releasing methane (a greenhouse gas) into

the atmosphere. 8) Ditch disposable bowls, plates, knives, and forks. While the temptation of having nothing to wash up after a meal is hard

to resist, increasing the pile of garbage left after dinner is no way to

help the planet. 9) End food waste. Forty percent of food in America gets thrown away. You can help out and save money by only buying what you need (think two carrots instead of a bag), saving or freezing leftovers, and re-purposing scraps. 10) Use your toaster oven. They are a lot cheaper and less wasteful than conventional ones. They require no pre-heating.

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1) Take short showers: There is no need to take long hot showers. 2) Turn off the water when you are lathering up and shaving. 3) Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. 4) Only run a full dishwasher. This will save water and energy! 5) If you use a dishwasher, cut back on rinsing. 6) When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run while rinsing. Fill one sink with wash water and use the other to rinse the dishes. 7) Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean. Soaking makes is easier to clean everything. 8) Designate one glass for your drinking water each day or refill a water bottle. This will cut down on the number of glasses to wash. 9) Wash only full loads of laundry. 10) When you are washing

your hands, don't let the water run while you lather. 11) Reusing your bath towels. Wash them once a week. 12) Water your lawn and garden in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler to minimize evaporation. 13) Don't water your lawn on

windy days when most of the water blows away or evaporates. 14) When the kids want to cool off, use the sprinkler in an area where your lawn needs watering the most (if permitted). 15) Listen for dripping

faucets and running toilets. This uses lots of water. 16) Throw trimmings and peelings from fruits and vegetables into your yard compost or trash to prevent using the garbage disposal. The garbage disposal uses a lot of water. 17) Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture while discouraging weed growth. Adding 2 to 4 inches of

Saving Water...Water conservation comes naturally when everyone in the family is aware of its importance, and parents take the time to teach children some of the simple water-saving methods around the home which can make a big difference. Using these simple ways to conserve water could save you thousands of gallons per month, which in turn will save you money each month. Here are 24 simple ways:

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organic material such as compost or bark mulch will increase the ability of the soil to retain moisture. Many places may have free mulch available to you. 18) Don't run the hose while washing your car. Clean the car using a pail of soapy water. Use the hose only for rinsing. Use a spray nozzle when rinsing for more efficient use of water. 19) Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks 20) Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets and couplings. Leaks outside the house may not

seem as bad since they're not as visible. But they can be just as wasteful as leaks indoors. 21) Never throw water away. Use excess in your glass for your plants or your pet. 22) If we are lucky enough to get rain this fall, set up a rain barrel to collect water for your garden. 23) Try not to take baths, which require about 70 gallons of water. A five minute shower uses only about 10-25 gallons. 24) Place a bottle filled with sand in your lavatory cistern and reduce your volume of water with each flush.

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can certainFoods make you Happy?

When stress and worry bog you down, you can reverse a bad mood by piling the right foods on your plate, or in your cup. New research in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology discovered that just the taste of beer alone was enough to trigger the release of dopamine, a “feel good” neurotransmitter, in the brains of study participants. Foods are chemicals. Because these chemicals resemble the ones found in our brains, they have a powerful impact on our mindset. Here are five foods to eat, and feel good about: 1) Coffee: Drinking four or more cups of coffee a day was associated with a 20% lower risk of depression in women, according to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The power lies in caffeine, which may also activate serotonin

and dopamine release in the brain. 2) Nuts: Protein-rich foods like

nuts are high in tryptophan, an amino acid that aids in

serotonin production. Try cashews, dry roasted pistachios and almonds. 3) Salad: Per a study in Psychosomatic Medicine, optimistic people had 13% higher carotenoid levels in their blood (an antioxidant particularly abundant in sweet potatoes and carrots) than those with a more negative outlook. 4) Lentils: Eating more than 240 mcg of folate a day leads to a 78% lower likelihood of developing depression, according to a 2012 study. Include cooked lentils, asparagus, and chickpeas. 5) Chocolate: A recent study found that people who consumed a dark chocolate drink daily for a month reported feeling more calm and content than a placebo group. Healthy or not, dark chocolate still packs calories, so keep to a one-ounce 150-calorie serving a day.

Despite their sweet taste, sweet potatoes have only a few more calories than white potatoes. A three and a half ounce serving of baked sweet potato contains three times the recommended daily amount of beta carotene, which is half the RDA for vitamin C and has just 100 calories. Baked Sweet Potato Fries: 1 sweet potato, washed and cut into strips / 2 tablespoons olive oil / 2 tablespoons dried herbs (parsley, rosemary, or thyme) / 1 teaspoon sea salt / ½ teaspoon black pepper. Preheat oven at 400°F. In a large baking sheet, toss with olive oil, dried herbs and salt & pepper. Arrange in a single layer and make sure to flip the fries over two or three times to brown evenly. Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp

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One of the easiest ways to save water in the kitchen is by using much less of it when you cook pasta.

Most cooking directions call for a significant amount of water, four to six quarts per pound of pasta, to be put in a pot and brought to a boil. After the pasta is added, there is so much water that the boil recovers quickly, and then the action of the boiling water keeps the noodles from sticking to each other and to the bottom of the pan. By being willing to use very little elbow grease, you can get by with only using about two quarts of water. Just bring the water to a boil, put in the pasta and use a wooden spoon (or similar utensil) to gently scrape the bottom of the pot several times, you want to keep the pasta off the bottom until the boil recovers and can take over for you. From there, just keep giving the pasta a few twirls every so often to keep it from sticking together. An added benefit of this cooking method is that the resulting starchy water, a prized ingredient to any chef worth their rigatoni, will be starchier than usual, making it all the better for thickening the pasta sauce if need be!

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Did you know an energy and water efficient dishwasher can actually use less energy than the manual alternative and tends to clean them better too! Here are some tips to keep in mind: Always use the dishwasher with a full load (but not overloaded). That way it works at its most efficient level and provides the greatest savings. Scrape off food particles rather than pre-rinsing the plates to save on water. Check your hot water heater or set the dishwasher to the lowest heat level you safely can. Check the manual for this. Let the dishes air dry naturally. It takes a little longer but costs nothing in energy. Skip the rinse function. It can use up to 7 gallons of hot water and most times it is not needed. Make sure your dishwasher is Energy Star Rated. An efficient machine will save 33% off your old dishwasher bill.

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Researchers say they’ve discovered yet another reason to love coffee. A new study suggests that people who drink at least a cup a day have a lower risk of liver cancer compared to those who only indulge occasionally. The study was presented at the annual meeting of the American Association of Cancer Researchers in San Diego. When the study started in the 1990’s, researchers asked nearly 180,000 adults of different racial and ethnic backgrounds about their coffee drinking and other lifestyle habits. Study participants have now been tracked for as long as 18 years, and researchers have kept tabs on how many have developed hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common kind of liver cancer. So far, 498 study participants have been diagnosed. People who said they drank one to three cups of coffee a day had a 29 percent reduced risk of liver cancer compared to those who drank six cups or less each week. People who regularly had more than four cups of coffee a day had a 42 percent reduced risk, according to the study. To put that in perspective, one in 81 men and one in 196 women will get liver cancer over the course of their lives, according to the American Cancer Society.

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Loneliness...can it make you sick?

Apparently yes. The University of Chicago linked loneliness to the part of the brain that determines whether a person feels rewarded. It is estimated that one in five people in the United States is afflicted with this condition. It is considered to be more of a health hazard than smoking. According to research, loneliness increases the risk of developing

a neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer’s by more than seventy percent. One of the best cures for loneliness, of course, is being around people. Another cure is to volunteer for various non-profit organizations. However, many older adults suffering from loneliness may not be able to physically get out of their homes, drive, etc. If you have neighbors in this situation, consider making some time to visit them. Take them

a basket of vegetables, fruit, herbal teas, etc. Encourage your children to visit them as well.

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You are a sophisticated consumer. You read labels. You eat right. You do your best to feed your family organic foods free of GMOs. But there’s one more thing you may not have considered…what are you feeding your skin? Just like the food you eat, the products you put on your skin affect your health and well-being. Over time, chronic exposure to toxins creates health risks ranging from dermatitis to cancer. But how could this be? Isn’t the cosmetic industry required to follow FDA regulations? Of course they are, but in the U.S., cosmetic manufacturers are still allowed to “add preservative systems that employ any one of several chemicals, called formaldehyde releasers. According to The Environmental Working Group, nearly 1 in 5 cosmetic products contains a substance that

generates formaldehyde, a known human carcinogen.” Formaldehyde? Like what is used to preserve frogs in biology class? Yes. That is what you may be putting on you and your family’s skin. Not good. Watch for these common formaldehyde-releasing chemicals: DMDM hydantoin • Imidazolidinyl urea • Diazolidinyl urea • Quaternium-15 • Bronopol (2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol) • 5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane • Hydroxymethylglycinate

The good news is that there are companies who have chosen to avoid these harsh

chemicals. To learn more, talk to your pharmacist or

esthetician, or download EWG’s “Skin Deep” mobile app. Remember, your skin is your largest organ. Feed it

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Brisk walking, tennis and other types of moderate exercise may lower a

woman's stroke risk by one-fifth, a new study says. Being more active also offsets the increased stroke risk

linked with using hormone replacement therapy to treat the

symptoms of menopause, the study found. The researchers looked at the number of strokes that occurred among nearly 133,500 women in the California Teachers Study. Women who said they did moderate physical activity in the three years before enrolling in the study were 20 percent less likely to have a stroke than those who were inactive. The findings were presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference in San Diego, California.

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It’s important to remove the idea that sustainable and healthy living is terribly complicated and costly. Architect Frank Lloyd Wright demonstrated that decorating should work in harmony with the surrounding landscape, and that organic design and style ties it all together with a link between man and nature, creating a comfortable and balanced living space. Here are some tips on sustainable furnishings: Be sure they are not only comprised of earth-friendly products but an eco-friendly manufacturing process is used. Being made in the USA is also a plus. While many fabric lines are green, those made of 100 percent recycled materials, or fibers woven and treated with no additional chemicals are preferable. During the finishing process, water-based products and environmentally approved dyes are also a great idea. It is possible to provide a healthy and cost effective approach to a beautiful interior by using low emission paints and varnishes, water saving plumbing fixtures, LED lighting that lasts seemingly forever and natural materials like cotton and rapidly renewable bamboo floor coverings. These are just a few of the ways to introduce green, clean living into your life. Explore a few for yourself!

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Vegans are people who, for a variety of different reasons, choose not to use or consume animal products. Unlike vegetarians who won't eat meat but will usually eat other foods that come from animals, vegans do not consume milk, butter, eggs or any other animal derived products. Many vegans also go a step further by avoiding the purchase of any type of animal product, like leather, for example, for any purpose.

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Loaded with protein, teeming with fiber, and shot through with a massive dose of antioxidants, lentils are a full-blown superfood. Sadly, few people cook them, and fewer restaurants serve them, which is crazy, given how inexpensive, tasty, and easy to prepare they are. Use this base recipe as a side to go with just about any main dish. Simmered lentils recipe: 1½ cups lentils / 2 tbsps olive oil / ½ onion, chopped / 2 carrots, diced / 2 cloves garlic, minced / 1½ cups vegetable / 2 bay leaves / ½ tbsp red wine vinegar / sea salt and black pepper to taste. Rinse the lentils and pick through, discarding any stones. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Cook the onion, carrots, and garlic until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the lentils, broth, and bay leaves. Simmer until the lentils are just tender, about 20 minutes. Season with the vinegar, salt, and pepper. Discard the bay leaves.

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An article in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry reports that many scientists have identified seaweed as a rich, potential source of heart-healthy food ingredients. A review of nearly 100 studies shows that seaweed could rival milk products as sources of important bioactive peptides. Varieties of seaweed are known as nori in Japan, dulse in coastal parts of Europe and limu palahalaha in Hawaiian cuisine.

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Green living not only helps the environment, it helps your pocketbook. When making upgrades to your home, incorporate re-purposed materials and items to make your living space more environmentally friendly. There is a special feeling you get when you see a piece of furniture by the side of the road, fix it up, and put it to use again. You can find used furniture at resale stores including Goodwill and the Salvation Army, or at yard sales. When searching for furniture, know that it takes a little patience to find the right piece. It’s important to pay special attention to the form of the piece and to look for high quality construction. If refinishing pieces sounds like too much work, professionally restored furniture is also available and fits in with today’s trend toward distressed looks in furniture. Prices are often much lower for these pieces than if you purchased them brand new, plus you cut down on the negative effect of transporting new furniture to your doorstep. Reusing old pieces also fits into the current trend toward eclectic interior design. Pieces of different styles can be mixed in imaginative ways to create a harmonious space.

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Paper can quickly fill a recycle bin, how about trying these 4 things to reuse paper before recycling it: 1) Shred it and use it for packing material. 2) Reuse the blank side of paper to make lists, print things on the printer, or let the kids color. 3) Compost it. 4) Use it as kindling for a fire. When using the first two reuse ideas above, go ahead and recycle the paper when you are finished reusing it. The last two ideas eliminate the need for recycling the paper.

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Water conservation is on everyone's mind in the current extreme drought. We all need to reduce our use of water, and also look at how we can get reused washwater, or "greywater," to thirsty plants in our gardens and landscapes safely. The cities of San Francisco, Santa Rosa and Santa Barbara provide rebates and classes to encourage more greywater systems. Here's why:

1) About 22% of indoor water is used to wash clothes by the average American family. According to EPA figures, that's over 400 gallons of water per week that could be irrigating plants. 2) Greywater is carefully infiltrated directly into mulch basins around plants, where pathogens are effectively neutralized. Pooling and runoff are strictly avoided. 3) A three-way valve is always installed allowing you to choose to send your greywater to the sewer system if you are washing diapers or using strong cleaning agents like bleach. 4) Biodegradable soaps are widely available, and some break down into plant nutrients. Greywater always has bits of organic matter in it that feed plants. 5) Because it uses the washing machine's own pump, the greywater can be utilized slightly uphill and up to 100 feet away from the house horizontally. 6) Greywater systems are simple systems that do not require complex plumbing, tanks, pumps or filters. They are the most inexpensive way to reuse a large amount of washwater. 7) You will finally be able to feel great about irrigating your landscape!

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According to the EPA, homeowners in the US throw out 64 million gallons of paint per year. Oil-based paints are considered Hazardous Household Waste (HHW) and must be disposed of properly. Latex paints are not hazardous waste and may be able to be recycled. The Product Stewardship Initiative has been working with some states to develop legislation

that would require paint manufacturers to collect leftover paint for post-consumer use.

Ask your local paint retailer to help you repurpose your paint. Turn your latex paint into solid waste by opening the can and

letting it sit outside to dry up before throwing it away, if all else fails.

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According to the American Heart Association, tens of thousands of global deaths each year from heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes, may be linked to sugary drinks. For many people, artificial sweeteners offer a calorie-free way to satisfy sweet-tooth cravings. Researchers from the Yale University School of Medicine found that eating foods with artificial sweeteners when we're hungry or tired increases the likelihood of choosing higher-calorie foods later on. Though the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has said they're "safe" and the National Cancer Institute says they "don't cause cancer," we still don't really know if there are long-term health consequences. Here are some healthy tips on consuming sugar and sugar substitutes: 1) If you're looking to avoid both sugary and artificially sweetened drinks, try water or seltzer flavored with fruit slices or mint leaves. 2) Among sugar substitutes, stevia which is derived from a plant, is generally regarded as safe.” The FDA hasn't approved it in whole-leaf or crude form because of concerns about possible side effects. 3) When buying juice drinks for your kids, look for the phrase “100 percent juice.” Those juices will contain the vitamins and minerals found in the fruit. Avoid products that are “fruit flavored.” 4) Instead of adding sugar to oatmeal or cereal, use fresh or dried fruit. 5) Avoid nutrient-poor, processed foods and beverages with added sugar. Naturally occurring sugars found in fruit and milk, in moderation, can still be part of a healthy diet.

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Use matches instead of lighters. Lighters are usually made of plastic and considered disposable so they will most likely end up as harmful and toxic landfill waste. So choose matches instead. Choose paper matches over wood matches however as they are much more eco-friendly. They are often made of recycled paper, whereas wooden matches require 5.5 million trees per year. And that's a lot!

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On July 23rd, 2008, the University of Washington did a study on leading detergents. What they found is that 99% of laundry detergents

released cancer-causing chemicals that are legally hazardous and toxic as per the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Because laundry-care product manufacturers are not required to list all laundry detergent ingredients on packaging, it can be difficult for consumers to make informed choices. The term “fragrance” alone may refer to a combination of several hundred laundry

chemicals including many that are hazardous. Most of them were NOT on the label. Some of these ingredients are used in pesticides

to kill insects. The Journal of Pesticide Reform shows strong evidence that these chemicals cause severe damage to

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Turmeric has possessed a long-standing reputation for being a medicinal plant in the East and is gaining popularity in Western alternative medicine practice. Today, the most popular use of turmeric in the West is as a food supplement, usually taken in capsule form as part of alternative therapeutic practices. Turmeric, like ginger, is a natural pain-reliever, making it a perfect alternative to over-the-counter drugs like Tylenol in treating minor aches and pains. The active substance found in turmeric is called curcumin, a potent and much-studied compound that has been attributed several astounding benefits, among them being anti-histaminic, anti-inflammatory, anti-mutagenic, and anti-microbial properties.

Long used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine as a diuretic, it has also been used to provide quick relief for rheumatoid arthritis, usually by being drunk in moderation as a tea, or by consuming foods containing turmeric. In Chinese medicine, the roots of turmeric, ginger, and the seeds of chili peppers are usually combined and macerated in sesame oil, to be used as a liniment for arthritis and rheumatism.

To make a Turmeric Tea, simmer 2 teaspoons of turmeric in 4 cups of water for 10 minutes, then strain using a cheesecloth, add honey to sweeten. You can also add lemon when serving, and the tea can also be refrigerated.

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We hear a lot about the endangered species list. What does that mean exactly? A species is defined as endangered or threatened when it is compared against these five things: 1) damage or destruction of its habitat. 2) Overuse of species for educational, recreational or entertainment purposes. 3) Disease or predation of the species. 4) Lack of protection. 5) Natural or man-made hazards to the continued life of the species. Some endangered species are: the Siberian tiger, polar bear, Pacific walrus, Magellanic penguin, leather back turtle, blue whale, mountain gorilla and many others.

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Before an earthquake: 1) Build an emergency kit and make a family communications plan. 2) Secure items in your home that could fall during a quake, especially heavy objects and overhead light fixtures. 3) Make sure water heaters, refrigerators, furnaces and gas appliances are strapped to the wall studs or bolted to the floor. 4) Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations, and be sure your residence is firmly anchored to its foundation. 5) Identify safe spots to take cover in each room, such as under a sturdy table or against an inside wall. 6) Hold earthquake drills with your family to practice “drop, cover, and hold on.”

During an earthquake: 1) If indoors, drop to the floor, take cover under a sturdy table, desk or other piece of furniture, and hold on until the shaking stops. 2) If there isn’t a table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building. 3) Do not use a doorway unless you know it is load-bearing – many inside doorways are lightly constructed and do not offer protection. 4) Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall. 5) If you are in bed, hold on and protect your

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are you ready?head with a pillow (unless you are under a heavy light fixture that could fall). In that case, move to the nearest safe place. 6) Do not exit a building during the shaking. Research has shown that most injuries occur when people attempt to move to a different location inside the building or try to leave. 7) If outdoors, move away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires to avoid falling debris. 8) If driving, stop as quickly as safety permits and avoid stopping under or near buildings, overpasses, and utility wires. Proceed cautiously after the shaking stops – roads, bridges or ramps may have been damaged.

After an earthquake: 1) When the shaking stops, look around to make sure it is safe to move. Then exit the building. 2) Help injured or trapped persons. Give first aid where appropriate. Do not move seriously injured persons unless they are in danger of further injury. 3) Expect aftershocks as well as power outages. If you live in a coastal area, be aware of possible tsunamis and be ready to move to higher ground. 4) Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for the latest emergency information. 5) Authorities recommend using your telephone only for emergency calls. For further information on how to communicate after a disaster, contact the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services: (805) 781-5011 or vist their website at http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/OES.htm 6) Stay away from damaged areas unless your assistance has been requested by emergency personnel. 7) Return home only when authorities say it is safe. Check for gas leaks and damage to electrical systems and water lines. Leave the area if you smell gas or fumes from other chemicals.

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Bananas...are they a mood lifter?Bananas offer serious mood-lifting power, with their combination of vitamins B6, A, and C; fiber; tryptophan; potassium; phosphorous; iron; protein; and healthy carbohydrates. When you eat a banana, you’ll get a quick boost from the fructose as well as sustaining energy from the fiber, which helps prevent a blood sugar spike and ensuing drop in energy and mood. Carbohydrates aid in the absorption of tryptophan in the brain, and vitamin B6 helps convert the tryptophan into mood-lifting serotonin. Bananas are also a great source of potassium. Although potassium isn’t directly related to mood, it’s needed to regulate fluid levels and keep muscles working properly, which is important for feeling energized, a key factor for a sunny outlook. And finally, bananas also offer iron, which is crucial to producing energy and fighting fatigue. Delicious Frozen Treat: Frozen bananas dipped in dark chocolate. About 240 calories, and it provides about 540 mg potassium (almost 12 percent of the recommended daily value) and 4 grams of fiber. Chopped nuts optional. YUM!

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When you are trying to lose weight, non-starchy vegetables such as cauliflower are one of the few foods that can be eaten in unlimited quantities. Cauliflower contains the cancer-fighting phytonutrient sulforaphane, as well as a good amount of folate and vitamin C, which may be helpful for weight loss. In fact, a review from Purdue University pointed to vitamin C status as a key factor in how much fat is burned during physical activity. All that and it's pretty tasty, too. (If you're not a cauliflower fan, try spinach or broccoli.) TIP: Love the creamy consistency of mashed potatoes? Steam a head of cauliflower and mash it with garlic salt, a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese (or dairy-free) and a touch of butter (optional).

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Unwashed produce may be contaminated with bacteria, chemicals, insecticides, and pesticides that can cause food-borne illness when ingested. Detox and clean your produce: Fill sink with water, add 1 cup vinegar and mix. Add all fruit and soak for 10 minutes. Water will be dirty and fruit will sparkle with no wax or dirty film. Keeps berries from molding.

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Back in 2008, European Food Safety Authority began pressing the chemical industry to provide safety information on a substance called diphenylamine, or DPA. Widely applied to apples after harvest, DPA prevents "storage scald" brown spots that "becomes a concern when fruit is stored for several months," according to Washington State University reporting from the heartland of industrial-scale apple production. What does that have to do with the US-grown apples now gleaming, spot-free, on supermarket shelves? According to the Enviornmental Working Group (EWG), in 2010, when the US Department of Agriculture last looked for DPA residues on US-grown apples, it found them on 80 percent of samples. Average reading was about four times the new European limit. In other words, the apple on your countertop would likely be deemed unsafe by European authorities. Until they learn more, Europe has decided that the public shouldn't be gobbling up DPA along with their daily fruit. For Americans wanting the same level of protection, EWG suggests choosing organic apples when possible.

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