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Summer 2014

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

GMOs: So Many Myths...page 20 A Cooler Home This Summer...page 22 Green Travel...page 34

The Central Coast Guide to Green and Healthy Living!

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Summer afternoon... to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language. ~ Henry James

FEATURES

Food for Thought... Food is central to our culture and it plays a huge role in our health and the health of the environment. Our food system is not sustainable. Our current systemâ€™s reliance on a fragile, fossil fuel-centered supply chain to fertilize, toxify (with pesticides and herbicides), transport, store, and package food is the least of our concerns. How about the fact that forty per cent of the world's agricultural land is now seriously degraded? Many people believe a fundamental shift must occur in the way we design our life support systems, one of them being our food system. Given that resources are not infinite, and many are quickly running out, it might be wise for us to think about learning to design systems to grow at least some of our own food, within urban areas. We will need help in future design plans for our major cities, however, we can do our part too. One solution? Grow veggies in our own back yard...grow food instead of lawns!

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The choice is ours...yours and mine. The time is NOW to make a difference.

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Margaret Hennessy Founder/Publisher

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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Contents The Solstice Green Directory Summer 2014

directory 5 features Buy Local: Here Are 14 Reasons Why!

Moisturize Organically

Phone Chargers Are Number One

GMOs: So Many Myths, So Little Time

A Cooler Home This Summer

Stay Positive

Don't Drink Your Calories

Watermelon: Delicious and Healthy Too?

Conserving Water: What Kids Need to Know

Green Travel

Sleep More to Forget Less

Blueberries... A Summer Treat

Global Warming: What Are Scientists Thinking? 40 Sour Power

8 Tips For a Greener Pet

Upcoming Events

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Directory ACCESSORIES & GIFTS

AROMATHERAPY

Bambu Batu • (805) 788-0806

Carol Dawn’s Reflexology & Massage

The House of Bamboo 1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo 93401 www.bambubatu.com Organic natural products for your conscious lifestyle

Aromatherapy, too • (805) 546-8660 Serving San Luis Obispo for 26 years 1171 Toro St., Suite B, San Luis Obispo Please see display ad on page 29

Wearable Art by Pat Hermenegildo (805) 878-7982

Ruth’s Herbal Remedies • (805) 481-9205

Let me create the perfect gift for your special occasion Create something new from your old or broken jewelry www.wearableartbypat.com Please see display ad on page 39

ADVERTISING AGENCY Local and National Ad Campaigns, Publicity Specialists, Branding, Websites and Search Engine Optimization www.arandcompany.com Home of “The A-Team” Please see display ad on page 29

Call for updated meeting information. sloastrologers.blogspot.com Please see display ad on page 49

ANTI-AGING THERAPIES

ATTRACTIONS

(805) 542-0864 • www.kohanarx.com 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 120 • San Luis Obispo Please see display ad on page 25

We get the job done right with terrific results! www.premierestatesalesca.com Please see display ad on page 39

Pamela Leigh Powers, CCHT, EFT Using your horoscope to create EFT scripts to a better life. www.acumindeft.com Please see display ad on page 39

SLO Astrologers

Kohana Pharmacy & Center for Regenerative Medicine

Premier Estate Sales & Appraisals (805) 489-1992

ASTROLOGY The EFT Astrologer • (805) 709-6231

AR & Co. PR & Marketing • (805) 239-4443

APPRAISALS

Handcrafted products made w/ certified organic herbs/ essential oils for healing & relief www.ruthsherbalremedies.com Please see display ad on page 49

Hearst Castle • (800) 444-4445 Visitor Center Opens at 8 am Daily. First Tour Begins at 9 am. Advanced Reservations Strongly Recommended 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452 www.hearstcastle.org Please see display ad on inside front cover

BABY & CHILDREN EcoBambino • (805) 540-7222 863 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Natural, eco-friendly products for children. www.ShopEcoBambino.com

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BARTER BUSINESS GROUP

DIRECTORY

Cal Coast Trade • Call Gregg • (805) 975-5334 A sustainable way to do business! Watch the video on our we b site… www.calcoasttrade.com Please see display ad on page 8

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

BUSINESS TRADING Cal Coast Trade • Call Gregg • (805) 975-5334

BATH & BODY dōTERRA (805) 451-6200 & (805) 748-6741 Pure Essential Oils Heal, Cleanse & Balance Please see display ad on page 39

Norwex – Vanessa Pronge • (805) 268-3674 Improving Quality of Life zvp805@gmail.com www.vanessapronge.norwex.biz Please see display ad on page 33

Original Sprout • (888) 805-2229 Natural hair & skin care for the whole family www.OriginalSprout.com Please see display ad on page 21

Ruth’s Herbal Remedies • (805) 481-9205 Super hydrating/anti-aging facial & massage cremes Made with all certified organic ingredients Please see display ad on page 49

A sustainable way to do business! Watch the video on our web site… www.calcoasttrade.com Please see display ad on page 8

BUS SERVICE Regional Transit Authority (RTA) (805) 541-2228 RTA buses get you around the county 7 days a week! Talk Green. Live Green. Hop Aboard. www.SLORTA.org Please see display ad on page 50

CAFÉ SunShine Health Foods/Shine Café Whole Food Market & Organic Cafe 415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay • (805) 772-7873 Please see display ad on page 29

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS Hearst Castle • (800) 444-4445

BEAUTY Heather Babcock – Nail Technician (805) 528-0848 Hair Lines Salon – 1064 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos Manis, Pedis, Silk Repairs and Shellac Natural Nail Care

BOTANICALS Coastal Gourmet Pollen, etc. The freshest Central Coast grown certified organic botanicals for the best value. (855) 535-4596 www.coastalgourmetpollen.com Please see display ad on page 23

BUILDING RESOURCES Matt Clark Tile & Stone • (805) 543-7600 181 Tank Farm Rd. Ste. 140, SLO www.mattclarktile.com We carry beautiful environmentally friendly products Please see display ad on page 31

Visitor Center Opens at 8 am Daily. First Tour Begins at 9 am Advanced Reservations Strongly Recommended 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452 www.hearstcastle.org Please see display ad on inside front cover

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT R. Barkley & Associates • (800) 211-5677 Professional Business Services Taxes, Bookkeeping, Home Loans, Investment Planning www.rbarkley.com Please see display ad on page 33

CHIROPRACTOR Mary R. Kaltenbach, D.C. • (805) 350-0578 Bio – Geometric Integration (BGI) Flexibility • Balance • Personal Growth mrkaltenbach@gmail.com Please see display ad on page 39

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CLEANING

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

Busy B’s Organizational Services (805) 602-1759

CHC of the Central Coast, Inc.

Coastline Cleaning Company • (805) 400-5433 Commercial • Residential • Rental Properties • RCFE’s Always Eco-friendly • coastlinecleaning@ymail.com www.coastlinecleaningslo.com Please see display ad on page 51

CHC Arroyo Grande 260 Station Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 Medical - (805) 473-6201 Pediatrics - (805) 473-6202

DIRECTORY

Corp. HQ: 2050 Blosser Road, Santa Maria, CA 93458 communityhealthcenters.org • (866) 614-4636 (805) 929-3211 Please see display ad on page 7

Helping you live. Simple. Clear your clutter using simple techniques for long term success. busyb123@outlook.com

CHC Arroyo Grande Fair Oaks/The Doctor’s Office 1057 Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 (805) 270-1700

CLOTHING & BAMBOO Bambu Batu • (805) 788-0806 The House of Bamboo 1023 Broad St., San Luis Obispo 93401 www.bambubatu.com Organic natural products for your conscious lifestyle

CHC Atascadero 7512 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422 (805) 792-1400

CHC Cambria 2515 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428

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DIRECTORY

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

CHC Santa Maria II - Pediatrics

CHC Cuyama

201 W. Mill Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458 (805) 345-3701

4711 Highway 166, New Cuyama, CA 93254 (661) 766-2149

CHC Santa Maria III - Primary Care

CHC Grover Beach 555 S. 13th St. Ste. B, Grover Beach, CA 93433 (805) 473-4712

CHC Guadalupe 4581 10th Street, Suite C, Guadalupe CA 93434 (805) 343-5577

CHC Lompoc 425 W. Central Ave, Suite 201, Lompoc CA 93436 Medical - (805) 737-1169 Dental - (805) 735-2846

CHC Nipomo 150 Tejas Place, Nipomo, CA 93444 Primary Care, Dental, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Optometry, Chiropractic, Mental Health (805) 929-3211

CHC Paso Robles 416 A Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 Medical - (805) 226-1102 Pediatrics - (805) 226-1129

CHC San Luis Obispo 77 Casa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA Primary Care, Pediatrics, Chiropractic, Lab services (805) 269-1500

CHC San Luis Obispo - Women’s Health 1551 Bishop St., Suite B-240, SLO, CA 93401 (805) 549-0402

CHC Santa Maria - Arbor Medical Group Women’s Health/OB/GYN 1418 E. Main St, Suite 210, Santa Maria CA 93454 (805) 928-3678

CHC Santa Maria I Medical, Pediatrics, Women’s Health/Ob/Gyn 2801 Santa Maria Way, Suite A-C, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 938-9200

1414 S. Miller St, Ste. 9, SM CA 93454 (805) 345-3750

CHC Santa Maria III – Pediatric Dental 1414 S. Miller St, Ste. 8, SM CA 93454 (805) 345-3702

CHC Santa Maria - Broadway Dental 210 N. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 347-1171

CHC San Miguel 1385 Mission Street, San Miguel, CA 93451 (805) 467-2344

CHC Templeton Primary Care, Dental, Women’s Health/Ob/Gyn 325 Posada Lane, Templeton, CA 93465 (805) 542-6700

COMPOST Cal Poly Compost • (805) 756-2563 Sold in bulk and 1.5 cu.ft. bags. It is a thoroughly composted blend of livestock manure & green waste from the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. agops@calpoly.edu Please see display ad on page 23

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

CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL Seven Sisters Fest • (888) 992 - 7397 Onsite Camping • Craft Beer & Wine • Nonstop Music July 11 -13, 2014 • El Chorro Regional Park 3 Days of FUN plus Food, Retail & Art Vendors www.sevensistersfest.com Please see display ad on page 44

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CREDIT UNIONS

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUES Mia Simmons, ADV, Level 3 • (805) 528-7633

A 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 Robles www.sesloc.org Please see display ad on back cover

Advanced, Level 3 EFT Practitioner Meridian tapping technique • www.miasimmons.com Please see display ad on page 28

CUISINE

Amethyst Healing Center

“Exploring the culture of cuisine!” Sustainability • Fun • Food & Wine Please see display ad on page 21

704 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428 (805) 927-1700 Please see display ad on page 21

Mia Simmons, ADV, Level 3 • (805) 528-7633

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

Paul’s Dry Cleaners & Laundry (805) 543-2250 State-Of-The-Art Dry Cleaning • Full Laundry Drapery & Down Specialists • Beat Competitor’s Coupons 214 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 www.paulsdrycleaner.com Please see display ad on page 27

EAR CONING

The Healing Works • Brenda Keeney (805) 478-1223

ENTERTAINMENT David Orr Music • (805) 801-7725 Singer – Songwriter - Performer Musically Enhancing Any Event deorre53@yahoo.com

Jon Stephen • (805) 291-6692

Nicole Bush, Ear Coning Specialist (805) 234-2994 • earconingbynicole@gmail.com Ear candling is a natural way to remove wax & debris from the ear canal. It is a safe and simple procedure that has many benefits.

EARTH FRIENDLY PRODUCTS Norwex – Vanessa Pronge • (805) 268-3674

Natural hair & skin care for the whole family www.OriginalSprout.com Please see display ad on page 21

Advanced, Level 3 EFT Practitioner Meridian tapping technique • www.miasimmons.com Please see display ad on page 28

Shaman, Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Intuitive 405 E. Branch St. #107, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 www.thehealingworks.org Please see display ad on page 45

DRY CLEANERS

Original Sprout • (888) 805-2229

Pamela Leigh Powers, CCHT-EFT Try the holistic approach; using EFT, Hypnotherapy, Touch for Health, Reiki www.acumindeft.com Please see display ad on page 39

ENERGY WORK / ENERGY MEDICINE

www.CasaFestiva.com

Improving Quality of Life zvp805@gmail.com www.vanessapronge.norwex.biz Please see display ad on page 33

EFT Life Mentor • (805) 709-6231

DIRECTORY

SESLOC Federal Credit Union • (805) 543-1816

Tropical Brazilian Guitar forjonstephen@gmail.com www.facebook.com/jon.stephen.18

DR. MAGIC • (805) 544-7737 www.drmagic.biz Educational Fun-filled COMEDY MAGIC for All Ages and Colorful, Biodegradable Baloon Animals, Hats, & Heart Flowers/Happy Face Wands! Great Shows for Children to Seniors as DR. MAGIC or “The GREEN WIZARD”! Please see display ad on page 43

“The GREEN WIZARD” (805) 544-7737 • www.drmagic.biz Teaching boys & girls about “GREEN LIVING” now! Supporting family activities to: Recycle, Reduce, Reuse! Sustainable Magic Shows & Biodegradable Balloons. Please see display ad on page 43

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ESSENTIAL OILS

DIRECTORY

dōTERRA (805) 451-6200 & (805) 748-6741 Pure Essential Oils Heal, Cleanse & Balance Please see display ad on page 39

ESTATE SALES Premier Estate Sales & Appraisals (805) 489-1992 We get the job done right with terrific results! www.premierestatesalesca.com Please see display ad on page 39

EVENTS 50 Shades of Color – Thrift Store Fashion Show Fundraiser for Noor Foundation Sunday, August 10 Doors open 12:30 – 4:30 Elks Lodge, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo Call 805-602-0193 for details.

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EVENT SERVICES MHI Tech Labs • (661) 513-3828 Web Sites, Internet Media, Event Photography, and Creative Services • www.mhilabs.com Please see display ad on page 10

FLOORING MATERIALS & INSTALLATION ProSource Flooring • (805) 781-2657 The Largest Wholesale Flooring Source in North America • www.prosourcefloors.com Please see display ad on page 49

FRUITS Talley Farms Fresh Harvest • (805) 489-5401 Locally grown fresh fruits & vegetables Convenient Pick-Up Locations www.TalleyFarmsFreshHarvest.com Please see display ad on page 45

GARDENING Cal Poly Compost • (805) 756-2563 Sold in bulk and 1.5 cu.ft. bags. It is a thoroughly composted blend of livestock manure & green waste from the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. agops@calpoly.edu Please see display ad on page 23

GIFTS EcoBambino • (805) 540-7222 863 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Natural, eco-friendly products for children www.ShopEcoBambino.com

web design IT support photography video creative services

GRAINS Coastal Gourmet Pollen, etc. The freshest Central Coast grown certified organic Ancient, Heirloom & Specialty grains. (855) 535-4596 www.coastalgourmetpollen.com Please see display ad on page 23

GREEN FLOORING Matt Clark Tile & Stone • (805) 543-7600 181 Tank Farm Rd. Ste. 140, SLO www.mattclarktile.com We carry beautiful environmentally friendly products Please see display ad on page 31

ProSource Flooring • (805) 781-2657 The Largest Wholesale Flooring Source in North America • www.prosourcefloors.com Please see display ad on page 49

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Mary R. Kaltenbach, D.C. • (805) 350-0578

GREEN-REALTOR Allyson Nakasone, Realtor®, Ecobroker® (805) 234-0809

Stress Less for Life • (805) 602-2903 Classes in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)an experiential program for working with chronic pain, illness and stress. www.stresslessSLO.com Please see display ad on page 41

C. Green Real Estate Co. 171 N. 13th St. Suite A, Grover Beach 93433 O: 481-7700 F: 481-9338 P: 441-7370 www.cgreenrealestate.com Please see display ad on page 28

HEALTH FOOD STORES

GROCERY STORES

Sunshine Health Foods/Shine Café

Whole Foods Market • (805) 785-0194 You’ll find the highest quality, minimally processed and most flavorful foods available. 1531 Froom Ranch Way San Luis Obispo www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/sanluisobispo Please see display ad on inside back cover

HAIR & SKIN PRODUCTS Original Sprout • (888) 805-2229 Natural hair & skin care for the whole family www.OriginalSprout.com Please see display ad on page 21

Whole Food Market & Organic Cafe 415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay • (805) 772-7873 Please see display ad on page 29

HEALTH / HEALING CENTERS Amethyst Healing Center

HEALTH / DETOX David Orr - Relaxationist • (805) 801-7725 Restoring Relaxation & Enhancing Personal Effectiveness deorre53@yahoo.com

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

HEALTH / FITNESS

704 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428 (805) 927-1700 Please see display ad on page 21

HEALTHY COOKING Ruth’s Savory Sauces • (805) 481-9205 Local, organic sauces that add a healthy, spicy zest to pastas, grains, soups, & more; pesto, marinara, tomatillo, Thai curry & marmalade Please see display ad on page 49

HERBALISTS / HERBAL REMEDIES

Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa (805) 595-7600

Ruth’s Herbal Remedies • (805) 481-9205

Tropical paradise, tennis, ozone pools, classes incl. yoga, cafe & catering, conf. rooms, special events avilabayclub.com Please see display ad on page 45

Made w/ all certified organic herbs & oils; locally handcrafted healing tinctures & salves for ailments & pain relief • www.ruthsherbalremedies.com Please see display ad on page 49

HERBS & SPICES

HEALTH / WELL-BEING Healing the Quantum Way • (805) 610-2642 Support your whole body with Biofeedback and Nutritional Testing. 5610 West Mall, Atascadero www.healingthequantumway.com Please see display ad on page 31

DIRECTORY

www.mySLOhome.com Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate 689 Tank Farm Road, Suite 230, SLO Please see display ad on page 21

Bio – Geometric Integration (BGI) Flexibility • Balance • Personal Growth mrkaltenbach@gmail.com Please see display ad on page 39

Coastal Gourmet Pollen, etc. The freshest most unique Central Coast grown certified organic gourmet herbs & spices. (855) 535-4596 www.coastalgourmetpollen.com Please see display ad on page 23

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HOLISTIC EDUCATION

DIRECTORY

Sukha Wellness Center • (805) 801-8088 Training and retreat sanctuary for Yoga, Massage, Meditation, Community Events & Space Rental 6615 Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach, CA 93424 www.sukhawellnesscenter.com

HOME MORTGAGE LOAN SERVICE R. Barkley & Associates • (800) 211-5677 New Purchase & Refinancing of Conforming FHA & Jumbo Home Loans at Record Low Interest Rates www.rbarkley.com Please see display ad on page 33

HYPNOTHERAPY Inner Workings • (805) 709-2227 Hypnosis & Applied Meditation. Trance Form your physical & mental health! Certified clinical/medical hypnotherapist & qi gong teacher www.inner-workings.com

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Salus Integrative Medicine • (805) 226-5190 1020 Pine Street, Paso Robles CA 93446 Darya R. Boland, ND W. Jamey Kirkpatrick, ND Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine www.salusintegrativemedicine.com Please see display ad on page 19

INVESTMENT SERVICES Virginia Perry Souza • (805) 347-4544 Wealth Advisor • Senior Vice-President Morgan Stanley 800-659-4311 virginia.souza@morganstanley.com www.morganstanley.com/fa/virginia.souza Please see display ad on page 23

JANITORIAL Coastline Cleaning Company • (805) 400-5433 Commercial • Residential • Rental Properties • RCFE’s Always Eco-friendly • coastlinecleaning@ymail.com www.coastlinecleaningslo.com Please see display ad on page 51

Enviroclean • (805) 710-4101 Office Cleaning • Window Cleaning • Outside Maintenance Environmentally safe & LEED approved products Fax: 805-619-7189 • envirocleanplus@aol.com www.envirocleanplus.com Please see display ad on page 28

JEWELRY Wearable Art by Pat Hermenegildo (805) 878-7982 Let me create the perfect gift for your special occasion Contact me if your non-profit needs a fundraiser item www.wearableartbypat.com Please see display ad on page 39

KIDS Nicole Bush, Ear Coning Specialist (805) 234-2994 A beneficial, natural and safe treatment to promote healthy ears for adults and children. earconingbynicole@gmail.com

LANDSCAPE DESIGN Sage Ecological Landscapes & Nursery (805) 574-0777 Sustainable gardens & gifts Complete landscape services 1188 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osos sagelandscapes.net Please see display ad on page 35

LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES Sage Ecological Landscapes & Nursery (805) 574-0777 Sustainable gardens & gifts Complete landscape services 1188 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osos sagelandscapes.net Please see display ad on page 35

LOANS SESLOC Federal Credit Union • (805) 543-1816 A 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 Robles www.sesloc.org Please see display ad on back cover

MASSAGE Amethyst Healing Center 704 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428 (805) 927-1700 Please see display ad on page 21

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Carol Dawn’s Reflexology & Massage

NETWORKING

Aromatherapy, too • (805) 546-8660 Serving San Luis Obispo for 26 years 1171 Toro St., Suite B, San Luis Obispo www.caroldawnsreflexology.com

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MEDITATION

NON-PROFIT

Inner Workings • (805) 709-2227

Sierra Club-Santa Lucia Chapter

Hypnosis & Applied Meditation. Trance Form your physical & mental health! Certified clinical/medical hypnotherapist & qi gong teacher www.inner-workings.com

547-B Marsh St • San Luis Obispo (805) 543-8717 • santalucia.sierraclub.org Please see display ad on page 23

SLO Green Build • (805) 286-0072

MUSEUMS The Natural History Museum • (805) 614-0806 412 S. McClelland St. Santa Maria Where natural history comes to life. www.naturalhistorysantamaria.com

Non-profit green bldg education & support www.slogreenbuild.org

NUTRITION The Healing Works • Brenda Keeney (805) 478-1223

MUSIC

Holistic Nutritionist, Shaman, Medical Intuitive 405 E. Branch St. #107, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 www.thehealingworks.org Please see display ad on page 45

David Orr Music • (805) 801-7725 Singer – Songwriter - Performer Musically Enhancing Any Event deorre53@yahoo.com

Healing the Quantum Way • (805) 610-2642

Jon Stephen • (805) 291-6692

Support your whole body with Biofeedback and Nutritional Testing. 5610 West Mall, Atascadero www.healingthequantumway.com Please see display ad on page 31

Tropical Brazilian Guitar forjonstephen@gmail.com www.facebook.com/jon.stephen.18

MUSIC FESTIVAL Seven Sisters Fest • (888) 992 - 7397 Onsite Camping • Craft Beer & Wine • Nonstop Music July 11 -13, 2014 • El Chorro Regional Park 3 Days of FUN plus Food, Retail & Art Vendors www.sevensistersfest.com Please see display ad on page 44

NAIL CARE

OFFICE SPACE San Luis Business Center • (805) 540-5100 Shared resources - sustainable options/office space 4251 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Please see display ad on page 46

ORGANIC CAFE

Heather Babcock – Nail Technician (805) 528-0848

SunShine Health Foods/Shine Café

Hair Lines Salon – 1064 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos Manis, Pedis, Silk Repairs and Shellac Natural Nail Care

Whole Food Market & Organic Cafe 415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay • (805) 772-7873 Please see display ad on page 29

ORGANIC GROCERY STORES

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE Salus Integrative Medicine • (805) 226-5190 1020 Pine Street, Paso Robles CA 93446 Darya R. Boland, ND W. Jamey Kirkpatrick, ND Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine www.salusintegrativemedicine.com Please see display ad on page 19

DIRECTORY

Solstice Green Mixers • Mix & meet local green businesses that make a difference! See NEW Website for venues, times and other events. www.slosolstice.com

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ORGANIZATIONAL SERVICES

DIRECTORY

Busy B’s Organizational Services (805) 602-1759 Helping you live. Simple.Clear your clutter using simple techniques for long term success. busyb123@outlook.com

OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE Kathryn A. Perry, D.O. • (805) 548-8490 777 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Please see display ad on page 43

PHARMACY Kohana Pharmacy & Center for Regenerative Medicine (805) 542-0864 • www.kohanarx.com 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 120 • San Luis Obispo Please see display ad on page 25

PHYSICIAN Kathryn A. Perry, D.O. • (805) 548-8490 777 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Please see display ad on page 43

POLLENS Coastal Gourmet Pollen, etc. The only Central Coast grown certified organic gourmet edible pollens in the world. (855) 535-4596 www.coastalgourmetpollen.com Please see display ad on page 23

PRINTED APPAREL Dolphin Shirt Company • (805) 541-2566 Quality Screen Printing Since 1981 757 Buckley Rd. • San Luis Obispo Please see display ad on page 47

PUBLIC RELATIONS FIRM AR & Co. PR & Marketing • (805) 239-4443 Local and National Ad Campaigns, Publicity Specialists, Branding, Websites and Search Engine Optimization www.arandcompany.com Home of “The A-Team” Please see display ad on page 29

RADIO BROADCASTING AGM California, Inc • (805) 781-2750 The Central Coast’s leading radio group: 98.1 KJUG, 93.3 KZOZ, Q104.5, The KRUSH 92.5 Locally owned and operated for over 30 years serving this community with pride. Please see display ad on page 48

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El Dorado Broadcasters • (805) 545-0101 KSLY-FM, KSTT-FM, KURQ-FM, KVEC-AM KSMX-AM, KSMY-FM, KSNI-FM, KXFM-FM Please see display ad on page 36

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

REALTOR-GREEN Allyson Nakasone, Realtor®, Ecobroker® (805) 234-0809 www.mySLOhome.com Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate 689 Tank Farm Road, Suite 230, SLO Please see display ad on page 21

C. Green Real Estate Co. 171 N. 13th St. Suite A, Grover Beach 93433 O: 481-7700 F: 481-9338 P: 441-7370 www.cgreenrealestate.com Please see display ad on page 28

REFLEXOLOGY Carol Dawn’s Reflexology & Massage Aromatherapy, too • (805) 546-8660 Serving San Luis Obispo for 26 years 1171 Toro St., Suite B, San Luis Obispo www.caroldawnsreflexology.com Please see display ad on page 29

RETREAT CENTER Sukha Wellness Center • (805) 801-8088 Training and retreat sanctuary for Yoga, Massage, Meditation, Community Events & Space Rental 6615 Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach, CA 93424 www.sukhawellnesscenter.com

RE-USE Goodwill Industries • (805) 544-0542 Facilitating reuse for over 100 years, with all types of second-hand merchandise • www.scgoodwill.org Please see display ad on page 31

RIDESHARING Regional Rideshare • (805) 781-1385 Information on bicycle commuting, ridesharing, transit and telework • www.rideshare.org Please see display ad on page 41

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SHAMANISM

TOURS

The Healing Works • Brenda Keeney (805) 478-1223

Hearst Castle • (800) 444-4445

SHOES

TRANSPORTATION

The Shoe Tree • (805) 773-5571

DIRECTORY

Shaman, Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Intuitive 405 E. Branch St. #107, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 www.thehealingworks.org Please see display ad on page 45

Regional Rideshare • (805) 781-1385

Personalized shoe fitters featuring the most popular brands. 801 Dolliver St, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 www.shoetreeinc.com Please see display ad on page 27

Information on bicycle commuting, ridesharing, transit and telework • www.rideshare.org Please see display ad on page 41

Regional Transit Authority (RTA) (805) 541-2228

SPA SERVICES Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa (805) 595-7600 ex.0 Use of club included on day of service! Full service spa including massage, mani & pedi, organic facials, and more! • 6699 Bay Laurel Plc, Avila Beach avilabayclub.com Please see display ad on page 45

STRESS/PAIN MANAGEMENT Stress Less for Life • (805) 602-2903 Classes in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)an experiential program for working with chronic pain, illness and stress. www.stresslessSLO.com Please see display ad on page 41

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

RTA buses get you around the county 7 days a week! Talk Green. Live Green. Hop Aboard. www.SLORTA.org Please see display ad on page 50

VEGETABLES Talley Farms Fresh Harvest • (805) 489-5401 Locally grown fresh fruits & vegetables Convenient Pick-Up Locations www.TalleyFarmsFreshHarvest.com Please see display ad on page 45

VENUE Sage Ecological Landscapes & Nursery (805) 574-0777 Sustainable gardens & gifts • Complete landscape services • 1188 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osos sagelandscapes.net Please see display ad on page 35

WEBSITE DESIGN MHI Tech Labs • (661) 513-3828 Web Sites, Internet Media, Event Photography, and Creative Services • www.mhilabs.com Please see display ad on page 10

THRIFT STORES Goodwill Industries • (805) 544-0542 Facilitating reuse for over 100 years, with all types of second-hand merchandise • www.scgoodwill.org Please see display ad on page 31

TILE Matt Clark Tile & Stone • (805) 543-7600 181 Tank Farm Rd. Ste. 140, SLO www.mattclarktile.com We carry beautiful environmentally friendly products Please see display ad on page 31

WINDOW CLEANING Enviroclean • (805) 710-4101 Office Cleaning • Window Cleaning • Outside Maintenance Environmentally safe & LEED approved products Fax: 805-619-7189 • envirocleanplus@aol.com www.envirocleanplus.com Please see display ad on page 28

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Buy Local... 1) Locally grown or produced food tastes better. In the week long (or more) delay from harvest to dinner table, sugars turn to starches, plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality. 2) Local food preserves genetic diversity. Local farms grow a huge number of varieties to provide a long season of harvest, an array of eye-catching colors and the best flavors. 3) Local food supports local farm families. Local farmers who sell direct to customers get full price for their food. 4) Local produce is better for you. Recent studies show that fresh produce loses

nutrients quickly. 5) Local food builds community. When you buy direct from the farmer, you are re-establishing a time honored connection between the eater and the grower. 6) Local food preserves open space. When you buy locally grown food, you are doing something proactive about preserving the agricultural landscape. 7) Local food keeps your taxes in check. Local, independent farms contribute more in taxes than they require in services. 8) Keep the money in the neighborhood. For every $100 dollars spent at a locally owned

Here are 14 reasons why! choosing products based on what their customers love and need, not a national sales plan, guarantees a more diverse range of product choices. 12) Local ownership ensures that important decisions are made locally by people who live in the community and who feel the impacts of those decisions. 13) Locally owned businesses create more jobs locally and, in some sectors, provide better wages and benefits than chains do. 14) Local stores help sustain vibrant, compact, walkable town centers, which in turn are essential to reducing sprawl, automobile use, habitat loss, air and water pollution. Buy Local!

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business, $45 goes back into the community and local tax base. For every $100 spent at a chain store, only $14 comes back. 9) Support community groups. Non-profits receive an average of 350% more support from local businesses than they do from nonlocally owned businesses. 10) Invest in your community. Local businesses are owned by people who live here, work here, and are more invested in our future. 11) Buy what you want, not what someone else wants you to buy. A marketplace of tens of thousands of small businesses means fair and sustainable prices over the long-term. Small businesses,

moisturize

Organically! FEATURES

by Angela Robinson-Platz

If you are looking for an all organic way to moisturize your skin back to beautiful, hereâ€™s a great way to do it. After a warm shower, while still standing in the shower stall, use your hands to apply 100% Pure Cold Pressed, Unrefined Organic Jojoba Oil to all parts of your body - even your armpits and face! As you apply the oil, it will blend with the droplets of water left on your skin. Busy yourself, dance, sing or stand in the shower for a minute or two to allow the oil to absorb into your skin. Using your towel, lightly pat dry. Then rub in the oil one more time if needed. You will find that Jojoba Oil moisturizes beautifully, is not very oily and absorbs quickly. When shopping for Jojoba Oil, look for one that has not been extracted with solvents, alcohol or other chemicals. Enjoy!

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Phone Chargers are number one!

Have you ever lost the charger for your cell phone and just ran out to spend money on a brand new one? Next time, you might want to think lost and found to score one for free. The next time you're traveling for work or pleasure, ask the front desk if they have a charger in the lost and found box they can loan you. Chargers are the #1 item left behind at hotels and also the least often reclaimed by hotel guests. In most cases, hotels will let you keep the charger for free since the window of 30 days has passed already on dozens–if not hundreds, of chargers up for grabs.

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There are a lot of OMGs to discuss about Genetically Modified Organisms, so let’s take a few common myths off the table. 1. We can prevent Genetically Modified crops from entering our food system. Nope. Too late. According to the Non GMO Project (www.nongmoproject.org), about 90% of the canola, 88% of the corn and 94% of the soy grown in the U.S. is genetically modified. Unless you’re eating certified organic servings of these foods, you’re eating GMOs, and you might still be getting them via cattle, pork or poultry feed. 2. GMOs are perfectly fine and pose no health risks. Well … maybe we’ll find out that this is

so many myths, so little time by Katy Budge indeed true, but consider the time frame within which this statement has been issued. A human generation spans about 40 years; the first GM corn appeared in the 1980s. Is barely one generation enough to study and understand the long term effects of GMOs? Also, this assurance is coming largely from the same company (Monsanto) that also told us Agent Orange and saccharin were okay.

3. Labeling GMOs would just be too expensive and cost the consumer too much money. When they thought it would get marketplace traction, companies were quick to slap “trans-fat,” “gluten free,” and even “no GMOs” on their labels, and at no extra cost to the consumer. And if GM products pose no health risk, what’s the problem with labels?

grow

Smarter... Smart planning for your flower beds around the house can lead to significant water and time savings when caring for your gorgeous flowers. According to National Geographic, consider “companion planting” by grouping certain plants together to help them mutually grow. By planting taller, sun-loving plants in the back with shorter, shade-loving plants in front, they help each other thrive. The taller plants block the sun’s rays and also help reduce evaporation of water on the shorter plants. The symbiotic planting will help your flower beds thrive and almost grow all on their own.

(805) 927-1700 Intuitive Readings • Energy Healing Spiritual Counseling • Acupuncture Massage • Metaphysical Products Astrology • Events & Classes

704 Main Street Cambria, CA 93428

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a cooler home

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This Summer! Keeping your cool during the hot months can use a lot of costly energy. Here are some tips for maintaining a comfortable home and a lower energy bill: 1. Plant native deciduous trees on the south and west sides of your home. Deciduous trees will give you the shade in summer and sun in winter. 2. Install awnings or some other sort of shading over windows and walls exposed to the sun. 3. Think about double glazing for your windows. Even a tint on your windows will help reflect the heat. 4. Make sure your internal blinds and curtains are well-fitted, covering the entire window and fitted as closely as possible. The thicker the material, the better the insulation properties are. Horizontal blinds and shading devices are more effective for north/south facing windows, and vertical blinds are more effective for east and west facing windows. 5. Inspect, clean, or change air filters once a month in your AC. A dirty air filter can lead not only to less efficiency, but can shorten the life of an AC unit. 6. Insulate your attic. A poorly insulated attic or windows that leak can lead to overworking your fans and AC. 22

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7. Consider getting a programmable thermostat that will let you set the air conditioner to start half an hour before you get home. This allows you to keep the AC turned off when you donâ€™t need it. Donâ€™t place lamps or TV sets near your air conditioning thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from these appliances. 8. Whole-house fans help cool your home by pulling cool air through the house and exhausting warm air through the attic. They work best at night, when the outside air is cooler than the air inside.

Shower

power

The best showers are short and sweet. The average 10 minute shower (using a non efficient shower head) will use up to 66 gallons of water while a 4 minute power shower with a AAA rated shower head will use only 9 gallons. That's water savings of 85 per cent!

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call for information

805.756.2563

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2005 S. Broadway Santa Maria, CA 93454 direct 805 347 4544 fax 805 925 1315 toll free 800 659 4311 CA Insurance Lic. #0683408 virginia.souza @ms.com

Coastal Gourmet Pollen, etc. working for Smart Energy Solutions...

Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club P.O. Box 15755 San Luis Obispo, CA 93406 (805)543-8717 sierraclub8@gmail.com www.sierraclub.santalucia.org

The freshest best quality Gourmet Pollens, Gourmet Herbs & Spices, Ancient & Heirloom Grains & Botanicals for the best value

All products are Central Coast grown organically certified by C.C.O.F. (559) 361-3888 • (855) 535-4596 Fax (559) 535-4596 www.coastalgourmetpollen.com coastalgourmet@outlook.com Tell them you found them in Solstice! • www.slosolstice.com

stay

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Positive! While being skeptical can be a healthy way to avoid getting taken advantage of, being pessimistic, and always assuming the worst, can have major negative consequences on your life. Seeing only the negative aspects of any situation can cause you to miss opportunities, neglect problems that need to be solved, and fail to take action that would otherwise improve your relationships and quality of life. In fact, studies show that pessimists are more likely to develop chronic illnesses later on in life than optimists. Here are some good tips on avoiding negativity: 1) Let go of the assumption that the world is against you: It is an assumption that has no basis in reason or science. The sooner you can attribute your pessimism to a unique set of circumstances rather than the state of the world itself, the easier it'll be to change your perspective. 2) Understand that the past does not equal the future: Do not make a bad start turn into a self fulfilling prophecy for a bad ending. 3) See yourself as a cause, not an effect: You don't have to be a product or a victim of your circumstances. Stop thinking about what is happening to you and start thinking about what you can make happen. 4) Use positive affirmations: Write down short statements that remind you of what you're trying to change about the way you see the world. Put them in places where you'll see them every day. Some are: a) "Anything is possible." b) "I always have a choice." c) "I choose to live my positive side of life." 5) Remember that life is short: Pessimism breeds indecision. It's a waste of time, and time is a limited resource that you can't afford to take for granted. 6) Be a balanced optimist: Prepare for the worst but hope for the best. The former makes you sensible, and the latter makes you an optimist. 24

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Pharmacy and Center for Regenerative Medicine 805.542.0864 181 Tank Farm Road, Suite 120 kohanarx.com San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

"Your Leading Central Coast Compounding Pharmacy" Lose Weight•Detox•Relieve Pain

Infrared OFF Sauna

Specializing In:

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don't drink your

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Calories! Making the right choices in selecting a beverage can potentially save an incredible number of calories each day. Here are some tips that you may find helpful:

Did you know that you can consume over 1,000 calories a day just from liquids alone? If you have a glass of orange juice for breakfast, a latte on your way to work, mid- morning flavored ice tea, soda with lunch and one more sweetened beverage as a pick-me-up mid day, you are almost there. Combine it with a beer or glass of wine after work, and you have reached the equivalent of an entire meal with beverages alone. Milk and fruit juice count as food servings too. According to advice from the American Dietetic Association, you should receive little or no calories from beverages. The solution? Limit your drinks to 10% of total calories (about 200). Choose unsweetened tea, club soda or plain water. How about sparkling water with your choice of berries (as shown), and adding a lemon, lime or orange slice? You can mix a splash of juice for extra flavor and still not compromise your liquid calories. Be creative and save your calories for real food!

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Paul’s

DRY CLEANERS & LAUNDRY

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5th generation family owned and operated. Serving San Luis Obispo County since 1952

Lemon...

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what can it clean and why it works?

Lemon juice is an all around natural cleaning wonder. With it, you can remove lime scale, make windows and mirrors shine, polish copper or brass, remove stains from wooden cutting boards, clean and degrease kitchen and bathroom surfaces, remove sweat stains plus many more helpful uses too numerous to mention. Why does it work? Lemon juice is one of the strongest food acids, marked by its sour taste. Because the pH is so low, lemon juice can kill most household bacteria, while also leaving your home smelling fresh.

Commercial/Residential Cleaning Commercial Janitorial Cleaning Commercial/Residential Cleaning

Enviroclean

Specializing in office&cleaning, window cleaning, Window Cleaning Maintenance Window Cleaning & Outside Outside & outside maintenance for Maintenance 10 years.

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Carmen Green Broker

171 N. 13th St. Suite A, Grover Beach, CA 93433

cgreenrealestate.com • 805.481.7700

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EFT consists of fingertip tapping on meridian points. EFT alleviates negative emotions and experiences. Research suggests EFT is effective because it helps to balance the activity of the parasympathetic and sympathetic regions of the brain, making it a powerful healing tool.

pass the

Peas please

Peas are part of the legume family. Grown in pods, peas are packed with nutrition. There are basically three types: garden peas, snow peas, and snap peas. Peas help to steady blood sugar levels in the body and are packed with 8 vitamins, 7 minerals, protein and fiber. Garden peas may be harvested and removed from the pod, then boiled or dried. Snap peas can be eaten in the pod after boiling. Snow peas are eaten in their entirety, pod and seed. Canned peas should be avoided as they lose most of their nutrient in the canning process and they also have added salt.

Mon.-Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-5 Sun 10-4

Carol Dawn RN, CMT.

Nat Cert. Reflexologist 26 yrs in business locally specializing in aromatherapy

(805) 546-8660 Enlivening & rebalancing our community, one foot at a time! www.caroldawnsreflexology.com

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Watermelon

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delicious and healthy too? Watermelon is known to be high in fiber and nutrients and low in calories. New evidence from a pilot study led by food scientists at Florida State University suggests that eating watermelon might also help dispel pre-hypertension, a precursor to cardiovascular disease. A University of Illinois study estimates that as many as 60 percent of U.S. adults have elevated tension levels. Watermelon is the richest edible natural source of L-citrulline, which is closely related to L-arginine, the amino acid required for the formation of the bodyâ€™s own natural nitric oxide, essential to the regulation of vascular tone and healthy blood pressure. Once in the body, the L-citrulline naturally converts into L-arginine. It also has been Organic Watermelon Slushie...

Watermelon is very detoxifying. Use seeded, organic watermelons. Recipe: freeze three cups of watermelon chunks overnight and blend with 2-1/2 cups of coconut water.

shown to help reduce serum glucose levels. All of this makes watermelon a â€œfunctional foodâ€? because it offers health-promoting or disease-preventing properties beyond its delicious taste.

small acts make a

Big Difference! We all know how much we appreciate it when someone is kind to us. Small acts of kindness really do make a difference in a big way. It's good to make it a habit to acknowledge and pay forward each bit of kindness that comes your way, whether it's a simple compliment, help on a task or getting someone flowers "just because." According to research published by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the little things and expressing "everyday" gratitude gave a romantic relationship a much better shot of surviving. The study also found that appreciation and gratitude interactions increased relationship connection and overall satisfaction for both men and women. Don't forget to express your feelings often, to those people in your life that you really care about.

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Conserving

Water... FEATURES

what every child should know! Do your children consider the environment when they make decisions? Is sustainability part of their thought process? Every action has a consequence. If you can, make sure the "eco-factor" is present in children's decision making process. Here are some things you can share with your child now that will make them a more eco-conscious adult: 1) Turn off water when brushing your teeth. 2) If you don't finish a glass of water, use it for pets or plants. 3) Keep showers short and use less water for taking a bath. 4) Turn off outside hose when not in use. 5) Wash dishes with just enough water to get the job done. 6) Turn off water when lathering up your hands. 7) Use clothes washer only for a full load. 8) If you wash your bike do it on the grass so you don't waste water.

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super Sprouts... Sprouts are another superfood that can contain up to 30 times more vital nutrients than even raw organic vegetables. When seeds are sprouted, the protein and fiber content increases, as does the content of vitamins and essential fatty acids. Minerals such as calcium and magnesium also become more bio available. Add them to your favorite salad. Shown: Cut an avocado in half, fill with shredded carrots and sprinkle with sprouts. Drizzle with your choice of dressing.

Improving quality of life by radically reducing the use of chemicals in personal care and cleaning.

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Dentistry dedicated to protecting your total health.

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R. Barkley & Associates

Business Back Office Accounting & Taxes IRS & Government Representation Financial Services Home Mortgages

Robert C. Barkley Certified Public Accountant

Bring More Green into Your Life Ph: 800.211.5677 / 805.929.0070 eM: rbarkley@rbarkley.com www.rbarkley.com P.O. Box 1590, Nipomo, CA 93444-1590

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Green

Travel FEATURES

Are you doing some traveling this summer? Take a small step towards reducing the impact of global warming by planning an ecofriendly vacation. Here are some helpful tips:

Unplug all appliances before you leave the room at your hotel. Minimize the use of air conditioners and heaters. Instead of using paper cups you can carry your own mug. Walk to places of attraction instead of driving. Opt for public transport. As you travel, drink a locally brewed beer, or pamper your taste buds with local produce, and cuisine. Avoid throw away water bottles. When hiking, stay on marked trails and maintain a safe distance from animals. Select an eco-friendly sunscreen. Choose electronic tickets over paper. Choose to stay at an eco lodge (if possible) which are friendlier to the environment. Check them out online. Pack light. Make sure that you pack items that are reusable and avoid plastic bags. You can opt for reusable sandwich bags and Tupperware containers to pack toiletries.

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Keeping Your Cool

Indoors... With the temperatures rising, are you finding your home a little too hot? Well, the easiest thing is to switch on the AC, but here are some tips to make your home cooler before you do: 1) Block direct sunlight. Draw all the blinds and curtains during the day to prevent the heat and light from entering the rooms. Invest in thick, blackout curtains. At night, open the windows to let the heat out. 2) Replace any lighting with fluorescent and LED bulbs. 3) Gas and electric stoves heat up the kitchen, and along with it, the rest of the house. Start using a heat-efficient counter-top oven more often. 4) If you have a table fan, place a bottle of chilled water right in front of it. The breeze will become instantly cooler. Chill Out: Apart from cooling down your home, here are tips for you to beat the heat: Sip on water and fresh juices. Soak a towel in cold water and apply it on your neck, wrists and face. Stick to loose-fitted, light clothes. Avoid synthetic dress material.

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More to Less!

sleep forget

A study presented at the Forum of European Neuroscience conference in Geneva, Switzerland suggests that a good night’s sleep can improve memory. They enlisted 32 volunteers to each learn a new skill, such as following a moving dot on a computer screen using a joy stick. Participants were then divided into two groups: the first was allowed to sleep for eight hours and the second was deprived of sleep or only permitted to take a short nap. To assess the impact of these sleep patterns on the brain, researchers then used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to scan the brain activity of participants as they repeated the tasks that they had learned the previous days. According to the researchers, those who had slept properly the previous night performed better on the skills, a finding that was also reflected in their brain activity. Specifically, the researchers reported that in those that were not sleep deprived, there was more activity in certain regions of the brain associated with learning and memory. The study suggests that getting a good night’s sleep can help the brain “harden up weak memories which otherwise might fade in time." The study did not determine how much sleep was necessary for optimal memory retention, and also suggested that fluctuations in sleep cycle or structure, such as those created by sleep aids, may also impact memorization. Sleep also gives worn-out muscles the time necessary

to rest and repair and allows time for the release of hormones associated with fat loss. In short, sleep is associated with a better mind, a better mood and a better body, so, make an appointment to get your snooze on and sign up for a long stretch of uninterrupted sleep or, if that’s simply not possible in your house, carve out some time for lazy afternoon nap days.

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Blueberries...

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a summer treat!

Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium. They're also great for your heart and act as a natural anti-inflammatory. In the summer, when these berries are in season, why not add them to cereal, yogurt, or your favorite dessert? Blueberry Cobbler: 4 tablespoons coconut oil / 3 cups fresh blueberries / 1 cup flour (or gluten free) / 1¼ teaspoons baking powder

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/ ⅓ teaspoon sea salt / ⅔ cup almond milk / ¼ raw honey / 1 teaspoon vanilla. Melt the coconut oil and pour into a two-quart baking dish. Add the blueberries to dish. In a separate bowl, blend the flour (your choice) baking powder, sea salt, almond milk, honey, and vanilla to form a batter. Pour over berries. Bake in a 350˚ oven for thirty minutes. Sprinkle with a little raw sugar (optional) during the last ten minutes of baking

Premier Estate

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Berries

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Right after you buy your favorite berries, rinse them in water with just a tiny bit of vinegar before placing them in your fridge. Your berries will stay fresh for a little longer than they normally would. Be sure to use just a small bit of vinegar otherwise you'll be in for an interesting surprise when you bite into that first berry!

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Global Warming? The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) released an important report called, What We Know. It's an assessment of current climate science "that emphasizes the need to understand and recognize possible high-risk scenarios." Here are some highlights of the report: 1) There is (or should be) little issue about climate change in our modern society. It is happening here and now. 2) On this, a clear majority of climate scientists agree. 3) We are at risk of pushing our climate system toward abrupt, unpredictable, and potentially irreversible changes, with very damaging impacts. 4) Scientists may recognize the build up of Greenhouse Gasses (GhGs), but they also recognize the uncertainty about the long-run results. And so, AAAS is embarking on a new initiative to expand the public dialogue about the risks of climate change. The AAAS is making a new web site available to help in the knowledge-sharing mission: www.aaas.org. You can do your part. Donâ€™t brush off or ignore the "naysayers" and climate change deniers. Share available scientiďŹ c knowledge with them. If you are an investor in a fossil fuel company, press board and management on what the corporate leadership is doing to address the climate change issues. Ask political candidates where they stand on global warming, or on climate change issues. We are ALL in this together.

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Water ...cool it!

In many areas heating water is the second biggest user of energy in the home, accounting for 14% to 25% of energy consumed. Save money and the environment by reducing the amount of hot water used. Try washing laundry in cold water, running your dishwasher only when full, using low flow fixtures, and repairing leaking or dripping faucets.

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by The “Green” Franciscan Sister, Janet Corcoran, OSF

One of the individuals who exemplifies the eco-friendly spirit is St. Francis of Assisi. He had a special fraternal relationship with the human and natural environment; everyone and everything was brother and sister to him. Marian Regional Medical Center was founded by Franciscan Sisters who are his followers, so Marian seeks to have “green rootedness” and to be environmentally friendly in their day-to-day life of service. Here are some of their environmentally friendly programs: 1) Commuter Program that offers employees a cash incentive if they carpool, van pool, walk, or take a bus to work as a means to improve air quality, etc; 2) Franciscan Store which is available once a week for employees and volunteers to acquire for reuse or recycling donated items no longer needed by the

hospital such as boxes, office supplies or equipment; 3) Terracycle Recycle Program where pens, pencils, markers and more can be reprocessed through this program; 4) Eyeglass Recycle Program where one can donate used, unwanted eyeglasses which are sent to the Lions Club, which gives the eyeglasses to people who need them; 5) Green Waste Program whereby landscape waste is saved in a bin and then sent to Engle and Gray for composting. This green waste becomes rich soil which can be used, for example, on agricultural land. Keep in mind that we cannot recycle wasted time, so let's continue to Catch the Eco Spirit by using the 86,400 seconds or 1,440 minutes of each day showing a respect for all of creation.

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Ginger Tea Treat yourself to a cup of homemade piping hot or iced ginger tea. Why go out and buy old tea bags when you can easily make your own homemade ginger tea at home using fresh ginger? Ginger has a warming and soothing effect on the stomach. Whether it's indigestion or the flu, ginger will help. Here's how to make the tastiest ginger tea you've ever had: Put a couple of slices of fresh ginger in one and one-half cups of water. Boil for 5 to 10 minutes.The secret to making a really flavorful ginger tea is to use plenty of ginger - more than you think you will need. Time it based on how strong you like your tea. Keep the lid on the pot to prevent vapor from escaping. Add a little honey and lemon.

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Noor

foundation The Noor Foundation, located at 1428 Phillips Lane, Suite B-4, San Luis Obispo, is a non-proďŹ t organization that provides non-emergent health care to the uninsured. Dr. Ahhmad Nooristani began the foundation when he saw the need for medical care in San Luis Obispo. The clinic provides general practice health care, eye exams including glasses, and free prescriptions. Everything provided is completely free. The only requirements are that the patients are uninsured and 18 or older. The Noor Foundation would not survive without the help of its donators and volunteers, professional and non-professional alike. The Noor Foundation is the beneďŹ ciary of all donations from attendees at the Wednesday, June 18th, Green & Healthy Living Expo at Avila Bay Athletic Club, from 5:30 to 7:30pm (pg. 52). There is also a fundraiser for SLO Noor Foundation, Sunday, August 10, 2014 1-4 pm, at the Elks Lodge, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo - 50 Shades of Color -Thrift Store Fashion Show. Call (805) 439.1797. www.slonoorfoundation.org

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Sour Power... Lemon water, literally water with freshly squeezed lemon, is the new super beverage that boasts an incredibly impressive list of health benefits. Here are just a few: 1) Lemon helps the liver to dump toxins by stimulating its natural enzymes. 2) Citric acid can help eliminate calcium deposits in the arteries as well as pancreatic and kidney stones. 3) Lemon provides a huge dose of the free radical fighting antioxidant vitamin C, which helps keep skin even-toned and wrinkle-free. 4) Vitamin C also helps boost the immune system, keeping the flu and colds at bay. 5) Lemons are a good source of electrolytes, such as potassium, calcium and magnesium, which help hydrate the body and regulate its functioning. 6) Lemons are rich in flavonoids. Flavonoids not only help boost the potency of

vitamin C, they improve blood flow, helping to maintain normal blood pressure and reduce inflammation. 7) They help balance your pH level. Though acidic to the taste, lemons are alkaline-forming on the body. 8) Lemons contain modified citrus pectin and limonoids, which have been shown in a recent study to prohibit the spread of cancer cells, slow cancer cell growth and induce cancer cell death.

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Pulp! Making fresh squeezed carrot or other veggie juice using your home juicer? Wonder what to do with the pulp? Instead of throwing the nutrient and fiber rich waste into the trash, sprinkle some on a plate and place it in the yard. Many wild birds love the dry fiber vegetable waste from juicers from produce like carrots, kale and celery. Just sprinkle it and you'll see a flock of birds soon feasting away. And when there’s more pulp than birds to feed, just sprinkle it in the garden and rake it into the soil; it will quickly break down into beneficial mulch your backyard garden will love.

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8 Tips For a

Greener Pet 1) Adopting is Greener than Breeding: The first step to going green is adopting a cat, kitten, dog, or puppy from your local animal shelter or rescue group. You can even find purebreds at your local shelter. Between four and five million dogs and cats are put down each year at animal shelters across the country. Imagine the good you will do for the dog or cat you adopt from a shelter. 2) Spay or Neuter Your Pets: It’s a good way to reduce the pet overpopulation problem. 3) Buy a Good Quality Natural Pet Food: So many pet food companies are now manufacturing pet foods with wholesome ingredients. 4) Shop for Pet Supplies Locally: Less time spent driving is better for your health, your pets, and the environment. It supports the local economy too. 5) Buy Pet Products Made with Natural, Organic, or Recycled Materials: Even with natural products, limit the numbers of toys. Too many toys around the house often wind up ignored. Rotate the toys. Put some away, and take out one or two to play with your pet. 6) Use Biodegradable Poop Bags: Always clean up after your dogs. 7) Use Biodegradable Litter: Options include litter made out of corn kernels, pine, or recycled newspaper. 8) Recycle Cardboard Boxes: Cats love to hide and play inside of them.

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Green & Healthy Living Expo

Wednesday, June 18th Sponsored by Whole Foods Market & SLO Regional Rideshare Where: Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa 6699 Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach When: 5:30 – 7:30 PM Music: Jon Stephen Beer and Wine available for purchase. $5 donation to beneﬁt The Noor Foundation. Over $1,000 in FREE Giveaways! Meet the GREEN Wizard, and participate FREE in our Mini Soapbox! Make new friends... make a difference! Call for sponsorship information:

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