New Life Journal back issues from May 2008:
Correction.(Correction notice)
May 01, 2008 ... In last month's Strong Roots department, it was noted that Claude AnShin Thomas was ...
Overcoming my herbal hang-up.(the roots of the matter)
May 01, 2008; ... I recently had a phone conversation with my best friend that was very moving but also comical at the same time. We were talking about my past year living in Asheville and all of the great things that have happened to me as a result, of which being a part of New Life Journal is one, of ...
Is Turmeric the New Ibuprofen?
May 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Like other good ideas, herbal seems to be catching on. The modality is experiencing a rise in popularity--becoming a trend and creating trends of its own in the process. What herbs have been in vogue and when? Area experts explore the ins and ...
What exactly makes up a Chinese herbal formula? You don't have to be a math wizard to solve this equation.(Disease/Disorder overview)
May 01, 2008; ... How does an herbalist or practitioner decide what herbs to give someone? The most important thing to understand about Chinese medicine is that it only treats symptoms in the context of overall patterns of health and illness. A practitioner will evaluate all of the organ systems ...
Are herbs safe for growing bellies and breast feeding babies? Yes, say herbalists Maria Muscarella and Nikki Solomon, who show you how to find the helpful and avoid the hazardous.
May 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pregnancy is a tender, beautiful time of growth and bonding between mom and baby. It's the perfect time to begin nurturing yourself, if you aren't already. Pregnant women will often look to herbs to help maintain good health and decrease the need for ...
Work stressing you out? Herbs can help! Herbalist Ceara Foley helps you determine what herbs you should employ as your calming co-workers.(herbal healing)
May 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stress is estimated to be the leading factor in at least 80 percent of all illness. Of all types of stress, job-related is the most prevalent for adults (1). Studies show that more heart attacks occur between eight and nine on Monday morning than at any ...
The commandments of culinary herbs: abide by the following rules laid out by gardener Eve Davis and you'll be cookin'.(digging in)
May 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Life without herbs would be sad indeed. Think about your favorite dish without the herbs that give it that distinct flavor. Most of the herbs we use in cooking are of Mediterranean origin, and many are in the extended mint (labiatae) family ....
Elemental Appalachia: H. Byron Ballard tells a tale of water, winding from earlier times to our present day.(strong roots)
May 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In the southern mountains of Appalachia, many people still cling to the old elements that ensure the continuation of the species: dirt, sun and water. These elements link us across cultures and through time, but they are currently being threatened by ...
Massage away postpartum pains: learn the benefits of massage and bodywork for you and baby from Colette Frogale.(breathe in)
May 01, 2008; ... Pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood are rites of passage for many women. Still practiced in many cultures--but forgotten in others--is what is known as a "lying in" period, in which mother and baby are not separated for up to one month, and the mother is not expected to return to her ...
Area Farmers'/Tailgate Markets.
May 01, 2008 ... Alleghany County Farmers' Market Intersection, NC 18N and Grayson St, Sparta, NC Sat 8am-12pm Tailgate Markets at Greenlife, Greenlife Grocery, 70 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC Fri 2-6pm | Wed 1-5pm | Sun(grassy area off paring lot) 1pm-5pm, starts May 6th French Broad ...
Crust and crumb: check out locally baked artisan breads with Ruth Gonzalez.(buy local)
May 01, 2008; ... Golden-brown baguettes that beg for butter, seed-studded boules that make your supper sing, foccacia loaded with the season's bounty--each loaf is beautifully crafted to tempt your eyes as well as your appetite. And why not indulge? Our locally baked artisan bread, with its thick crust, ...
Our moment of decision: opportunity for a new energy direction: Avram Friedman, executive director of the Canary Coalition, encourages us to get exertive about energy.(new life journal's GREEN HOME RESOURCE: GREEN ROOTS)(Report)
May 01, 2008; ... Right now, in 2008, there is a struggle taking place that reaches into the halls of the most powerful institutions of government, to the boards of the most wealthy and influential corporations, and down into the hearts and minds of each individual walking the planet, especially those of us ...
Is your light trespassing? Michael Figura shines a spotlight on the negative effects of outdoor lighting.(new life journal's GREEN HOME RESOURCES: SMART GROWTH)
May 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When most people think of pollution, many V W things come to mind: oil spills, garbage, smog, light pollution. Wait ... light pollution? As if C[O.sub.2] wasn't far-fetched enough, what in the world are those tree-hugging hippies calling pollution now? ...
Herbal home goods: learn the step-by-step of making lavender goodies, perfect for gifts and your own home, with Marilyn Cade.(new life journal's GREEN HOME RESOURCES: HANDS ON)
May 01, 2008; ... While you may already cook with herbs or incorporate them into your overall health regimen, it's also easy to incorporate herbs into useful craft projects that make beautiful, healing and helpful products. Colorful and fragrant lavender can be used in many applications. Lavender sachets ...
Q&A: solar series: Part 1: getting started with solar energy.(new life journal's GREEN HOME RESOURCE: HEALTHY HOME)
May 01, 2008 ... Q: How can I incorporate solar technology into my home to save energy and have less impact on the environment? A: Energy management in your home is perhaps the most significant way in which you can maintain a green lifestyle. According to the U.S. Energy Information ...
Dogwood alliance takes on packaging problem.(live local)
May 01, 2008 ... In late March, the Asheville-based environmental nonprofit Dogwood Alliance released a report on packaging in the fast food industry and publicly announced its new campaign for fast food packaging reform. Dogwood will publicly target Yum! Brands (the parent company of companies like KFC, ...
Asheville City market arrives.(live local)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Asheville's new farmers' market is here. The Asheville City Market, held in downtown Asheville at the Public Works building (161 S. Charlotte Street), opened on Saturday, April 19th. Look for the Market to continue as a weekly event on Saturday mornings from 8 am-1 pm. Vendors will offer ...
Coffee Shop opens and goes Solar.(live local)
May 01, 2008 ... The corner of Broadway and College Streets in downtown Asheville is now home to the Green Sage, a coffeehouse and restaurant offering a menu filled with fair trade and organic teas and coffees, ...
Forget salt and pepper; opt for herbs: raw foods chef Jenya Hampton explains how herbs can help you bring the flavors of the world to your dinner plate.(soul kitchen)
May 01, 2008; ... It's common knowledge that herbs and spices make food more delicious and give a chef an opportunity to express creativity. Those of us who love to prepare our own food have our favorite herbs that we use time and again. But did you know that you can unlock the mysteries of world cuisines ...
Dr. Jeanine Davis: artful horticulturist and herbal activist.(life's leaders)(Interview)
May 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] During Dr. Jeanine Davis's creative college years, she developed quite a green thumb and began growing houseplants and trying out different propagation techniques of her own artistry. As a result, her course of study soon changed from art to agriculture, ...