According to Melinda Hemmelgarn in our feature article Fresh Food Trends, “Food experts have listed local, regional and sustainable foods among the top food trends for 2014. Consumers’ heightened environmental awareness and their love for fresh flavors are responsible.” I certainly am a consumer that enjoys fresh flavors. I recently joined an organic food co-op in my neighborhood. The fresh produce is tastier and the fruit is bursting with flavor. It just makes me feel better when healthy food is in the home.

Integrating the best health trends into daily life can be a work in progress. I’m grateful to know so many people knowledgeable in natural and integrative health. I’m excited to offer you the opportunity to meet many of them at the Healthy Living Expo on Saturday, March 29th. Join us at the Florida Tech Clemente Center in Melbourne starting at 10am and discover a plethora of healthy products and services you can incorporate into your life.

Benefit from interacting with integrative MDs and experts by attending workshops on weight-loss, hormonal balance, ozone therapy, the power of chiropractic and your healing power within. Find out how your mouth can impact a healthy body and experience the Emotional Freedom Technique. Learn 8 steps to mental and emotional well-being and the healing power of the herb: neem. Gain insightful information on the world of organics. Plus, discover how herbs can help prevent osteoporosis and how our lymphatic system regulates our immune system and eliminates toxins.

I plan to try out a recumbent bike, check out the EMF shields, peruse the natural makeup and jewelry, sample the skin care products, learn about hydroponics and make sure my husband gets a free hearing screening. In the afternoon, I plan to grab a sample cup of brewed chocolate (like coffee but with cocoa beans instead.) Of course, I’ll have duties to attend to but if I’m lucky you may find me enjoying a massage or energy treatment.

Be sure and come early, workshops start at 10:30am, admission is free and the first 500 attendees receive a free eco-tote! Keep up with the most current details on our website at HealthyLivingExpos.com and check out the program guide starting on page 45. Register online for quick expo entry. It is going to be a fun-filled day.

This event is truly where Natural Awakenings comes to life!

See you at the expo,Kris Urquhart, Publisher