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FEATURES & FEEDBACK
Experiences that bring Cal-a-Vie Health Spa alive
Faces of Cal-a-Vie
The air was filled with camaraderie as John Havens hosted his Louisiana State University Kappa Sigma Fraternity Reunion here at Cal-a-Vie this summer. Approximately 46 of John’s fraternity brothers and their spouses enjoyed a 3-day retreat filled with fitness activities, dancing, dining, lots of laughter and reminiscing.
Kappa Sigma Reunion
Moms and teens from across the country joined us for a special week of bonding during our annual Mom & Teen Week this summer. Nickelodeon and Disney rising actress Ciara Bravo and her mom Tammy joined us in June. Fashion model and actress Ryan Newman and her mom Jodi joined us for our second Mom/Teen Week which was held in August. We wish much success for both these talented young actresses! Ciara Bravo - Mom & Teen Week
Three generations of family recently gathered here at Cal-a-Vie! Lois, Donna and Jamie Chudacoff from Glencoe, Illinois joined us during Beauty Week featuring celebrity hair stylist Marie Ferro. Lois has only left her husband of 59 years on two occasions but wanted to spend some quality time with her daughter-in-law and granddaughter. They are planning another Cal-a-Vie girl retreat soon – we look forward to their return ! Three Generations at Cal-a-Vie
Jinny Silver is a loyal Cal-a-Vie guest and recently joined our La Société de L’Orangerie. In recognition of her loyal support, a ceremony was recently held in her honor and a permanent personalized plaque was placed on a tree in our Orange Grove. Additionally, Jinny will receive a complimentary spa service of her choice during every future visit.
Guest Comment s
Jinny Silver- La Société De L’Orangerie
“I came for relaxation and spa treatments. But by the time I left, I was inspired to change my life with better eating habits and the motivation to exercise. I’m leaving with a commitment to improve my health.” Bonnie F.
“During times of transition, finding yourself “This was one of the greatest vacations I’ve in a place which surrounds you with beauty, ever taken because I was able to challenge peace, laughter and joy might be exactly what myself, relax beyond my wildest dreams, and you need to feel strong again. Thank you enjoyed time renewing my relationship Cal-a-Vie for helping me remember how with my wife.” Steve P. beautiful life can be.” Pia R.
About the Cover Rustic, modern, romantic and elegant – this beautiful table setting was used during a recent French-inspired wedding photo shoot here at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa. If you’re seeking the perfect location for an elegant wedding or group retreat, call us and we will help you create your dream event of a lifetime! Call Colleen Cosenza 760-945-2466. Photo taken by Chris and Kristen Photography.
NUTRITION & CUISINE
Health and Wellness News and Recipe
Harnessing Nature’s Plant Medicine By May Tom - MPH, RD Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. They can be both beautifully and powerfully fragrant and have been used throughout history in many cultures for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits.
Sinus & Allergies
Hormone Balance
• Eucalyptus- Active chemical compounds are eucalyptol and alpha-terpineol. Helps to clear breathing when applied as a chest ointment.
Emotions & Mood
• Ylang Ylang- Harvested from starshaped ylang ylang tree flowers, it is known historically as an aphrodisiac used in religious and wedding ceremonies.
• Frankincense - Can be applied neat, meaning directly on the skin. Used in biblical times, one use of frankincense is to ease irritation, restlessness & hyperactivity.
Colds & Infections • Clove- Composed of up to 85% eugenol, clove is a powerful analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-parasitic oil.
Stress & Sleep
Pain & Inflammation
• Bergamot- The most delicate of citrus plants, bergamot was used by the Italians to reduce tension and stress. Has an uplifting and calming effect.
• Basil- Its high linalool content makes basil helpful for soothing muscles and joints.
Detox & Weight • Helichrysum- Known as immortelle, helichrysum helps to restore the liver, skin and nervous system; aids in detoxification.
When purchasing oils for their therapeutic benefits, especially if you are applying topically or taking them internally, make sure to look for therapeutic grade essential oils that are approved by the FDA as a supplement. Cal-a-Vie’s therapeutic grade essential oil products and kits are available for dropship to any guests.
Please contact May Tom at mtom@cal-a-vie.com for more information and prices.
La Bonne Cuisine
A Fall Favorite! Carrot-Coconut Soup by Executive Chef Curtis Cooke
Ingredients • 2 tsp grape seed oil • 3 shallots, sliced thin • 6 cloves garlic, smashed • 4 stalks lemongrass, sliced • 3 lbs carrots, peeled, sliced 1/4” thick • 2 quarts vegetable stock • 2 ½ cups light coconut milk Directions: In a large sauce pot, over medium heat, sweat the shallots, garlic and lemongrass in the grape seed oil. Add the carrots, coconut milk and vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Cook until the carrots are soft. Puree all ingredients, adding enough stock to get a proper soup consistency. Serve hot. Garnish with a drizzle of red chilli oil, micro crest and amaranth.
BODY & BEAUTY
Beauty tips from the experts help create a more beautiful you!
Update your Skin Care Regimen for Fall Your skin’s needs differ based on temperature and seasons. Your skin can appear dull and dry after a summer spent in the sun. To keep your skin looking its best, update your routine with these smart moves:
SMART SKIN MOVE #1: EXFOLIATE Exfoliation can remove the dull outer layer of skin, and unclog pores plugged by regular sunscreen use. But, be gentle with exfoliation: A mild scrub will do a fine job. Exfoliate only once or twice a week, and don’t get over-aggressive… vigorous scrubbing can scratch, tear, and damage skin, compromising the glow that gentle exfoliation provides. Another exfoliation option: Microdermabrasion or glycolic acid peels, done at your dermatologist’s office or here at Cal-a-Vie. These procedures are more effective and quicker at removing the superficial dead layer of skin. Our favorite exfoliates: GM Collin Glycolic or Lactic Peel at Cal-A-Vie. Yonka Guarana Scrub or Lifeline Skin Care Dual Action Exfoliator for home use.
SMART SKIN MOVE #2: SWITCH CLEANSERS
Your skin was probably a bit more oily than usual in the summer, due to heat and humidity, so a deeper-cleansing face wash was in order. But, come fall, when the heat begins to disappear, you need a gentler cleanser. Look for a cleanser, which removes dirt and impurities but doesn’t strip your skin’s natural oils. If you tend to be oily in the T-zone, apply an oil-free toner to that area after you cleanse. Our favorite cleansers: Yonka Lait Nettoyant Cleanser or Lifeline Brightening Cleanser utilizing the Clarisonic facial brush.
Reveal a Healthy Glow for Fall When we hop in the shower, most of us have a variety of hair and skin care products to select from - everything from moisturizing shampoos to soothing shaving creams. But among all of those options, do you have a good body scrub? An essential for maintaining healthy, smooth skin, body scrubs are a must-have on your shower menu. The combination of cleansing, exfoliation and massage provides benefits that go beyond what a bar of soap can do. After the summer months is an especially critical time to exfoliate.
SMART SKIN MOVE #3: SELECT A NEW MOISTURIZER Choose a basic moisturizer that contains vitamins A, C, and E, plus anti-oxidants. These ingredients neutralize the damaging toxins from the sun, and can help prevent further damage when summer is over. If your skin is dry, use your moisturizer all over your face at night. If your skin is oily, apply only to dry areas at night. During the day, apply a light sunscreen. Many moisturizers today contain rejuvenating ingredients such as glycolic acid and retinol. These ingredients can be helpful in giving skin luminosity but, they also can be drying, especially on mature skin. If you choose to use these products, apply them every other night, alternating with your moisturizer, to help keep the drying effects at a minimum. Stem cell technology is relatively new on the market and can provide amazing results. Our favorite serums and moisturizers: LifeLine Defensive Day Moisture Serum SPF 15 & Recovery Night Moisture Serum Duo or Transderma A and R. Yonka Hydra 1 Crème or Fluid Moisturizers. Contact the Beauty Department for any questions on your fall beauty regimen. Call 760-954-2464 or visit www.cal-a-vie.com to place an order.
Plus, your moisturizer will be better able to soothe and hydrate your skin. Another important benefit of using a scrub is how good it can feel in the moment. Being mindful of the refreshing texture against your skin and captivating scent that fills the shower allows you to enjoy the treatment as it’s happening—an experience that can lift your mood and affect your outlook as you continue your day or evening. Typically, a body scrub has larger exfoliating particles than a facial scrub as the skin on your body isn’t as delicate. Common ingredients in scrubs are salt, sugar and crushed nut shells, and some include chemical exfoliants, like alpha hydroxy and glycolic acids, which can help smooth and firm skin, and salicylic acid, which can help improve the appearance of blemishes or redness. Our favorite scrub: Belle Lucce Cranberry-Yuzu Sugar Scrub
A scrub works in a few ways: As you massage it over your body, the exfoliating granules help to slough off dead skin, and the rubbing action itself boosts circulation. This helps drain your lymph nodes by increasing blood flow to the skin’s surface. Bella Lucce products are available for purchase in the Boutique – Call 760-945-2476 to place an order or online at www.cal-a-vie.com
BOUTIQUE 2. Chan Luu
SHOPPING LIST
A PERFECTLY COZY FALL As the weather cools off, ease into Fall dressing with loose knit sweaters and casual denim. Top it off with a versatile scarf and clutch/shoulder bag and you are ready in minutes, perfectly cozy!
1.Velvet
3. Crown Jewel 4. SOLD
5. B. May
1.) Velvet Striped Sweater $218.00 2.) Chan Luu Zig Zag Cashmere Scarf $224.00 3.) Crown Jewel Tanks $42.00 4.) SOLD Best Friend Jeans $145.00 5.) B. May Strappy Foldover Pouch $220.00 Call the Boutique for all your Fall and Winter needs – 760-945-2476 or visit www.cal-a-vie.com
HEALTH & FITNESS
Make your workout more effective by following some of the latest tips for burning calories!
Bored with the gym? Get excited about
KETTLEBELLS!
If you’re one of the many still discovering kettlebells, here’s the gist: a kettlebell is a cast-iron weight that provides cardiovascular, strength and flexibility benefits via ballistic movements (accelerating and releasing of the weight). It can seriously cut down on your gym time! There’s a reason why so many people love kettlebell training. After all, who doesn’t want a total-body resistance and cardio workout that only takes half an hour? And even more surprising, an American Council on Exercise (ACE) study recently found that the average person can burn 400 calories in just 20 minutes with a kettlebell. That’s an amazing 20 calories a minute, or the equivalent of running a sixminute mile! What makes the workout so effective, especially when compared with traditional weights like barbells or dumbbells? It’s because you are using different planes of movement …instead of just going up and down, you’re moving side to side and in and out, so it’s much more functional. It’s like you move in real life, and kettlebells simulate that movement, unlike a dumbbell.
Work up a sweat with kettlebells & you can expect: • Increased Endurance • Fat Loss • Improved Core Strength • Firm and Lifted Glutes • Increased Lean Muscle Mass • Gains In Muscle Strength • Greater Flexibility, Balance, Coordination and Stability • Improved Sports Performance Like any piece of training equipment, kettlebells are only safe if used properly. When a kettlebell swing is done correctly, the inner stabilizing muscle of the core must fire properly to maintain the correct lower-back, trunk and neck posture, thus allowing the superficial core muscles – the abs and back – to safely perform the movement. There are many different sizes of kettlebells. Generally, the best weight for unconditioned beginners of kettlebell training should range from 4 kg to 8 kg for women and 12 kg to 16 kg for men. A lighter weight is recommended to use at first so you can focus on developing the proper technique. Many repetitions are used in kettlebell training, and for those who are unconditioned, using a heavier weight will cause you to tire easily and lose correct form. If you’re ready to jump on the kettlebell train, don’t just grab a weight and start swinging. Proper form is essential for ensuring you stay injury-free when performing kettlebell exercises. Start with light kettlebells, and visit a certified kettlebell trainer (check your gym to see if classes are offered) to learn the right way to train and to develop a kettlebell fitness routine.
Cal-a-Vie offers a Metabolic Magic class using a variety of kettlebell routines to challenge your body to adapt to a higher level of power, strength and endurance. Be sure to check it out during your next visit!
SPECIAL GUESTS
Upcoming in 2014 - 2015
We have a full line-up of speakers and instructors to share their expertise throughout the year. www.cal-a-vie.com/calendar
Special W eeks
JOIN US FOR TWO VERY
Beauty Week with Sam Brocato
Dance Week with Louis Van Amstel
NOVEMBER 2, 2014 He will share his fabulous insights and knowledge to help make you feel beautiful everyday
FEBRUARY 22, 2015 Meet Dancing with the Stars pro and three-time world dance champion
Week of March 15, 2015 Dr. Alvin Ronlan Transderma Skin Care
Restorative vitamin therapy for your skin. Dr. Ronlan will share his expert skin care tips on the benefits of their organic topical serums. He will also provide information about an exciting new skin care product which will launch in Spring 2015. With over thirty years of research in the field of vitamin therapy for the skin, Dr. Alvin Ronlan will provide answers and advice for your skin care needs!
Week of May 17, 2015 Sarah Gottfried, MD Hormones / Health Learn how to balance your hormones naturally so you can enhance, longevity, and relationships. She is a Harvard-educated physician, speaker and author of The Hormone Cure: Reclaim Balance, Sleep, Sex Drive and Vitality Naturally with The Gottfried Protocol . She is regularly featured in magazines such as O Magazine, Men’s Health, Glamour, and Yoga Journal, and the show 20/20.
Week of June 21, 2015 Kim Kilway Pilates Week
Kim is the Director of THE PILATES & GYROTONIC® STUDIO at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa in Houston, Texas. A former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, Kim is a certified trainer in PILATES and GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM™. With over 25 years experience in the fitness industry, Kim has developed dynamic group programs and training sessions specifically for your visit at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa.
Week of April 12, 2015 Mari Winsor Pilates Expert Meet America’s Leading Pilates Expert! When you use Pilates to strengthen and tone the core, you not only create a firm foundation for every type of movement, but you also narrow the waistline, flatten the stomach and firm and lift the rear. That’s why women have always loved Pilates—it gives us exactly the look we want without adding bulk—leaving us feeling taller, slimmer and sculpted.
Week of June 14, 2015 Ryan Newman
Mom and Teen Week Create lasting memories with fun fitness classes, spa pampering and plenty of quality time. An experience you’ll never forget! Teen actress Ryan Newman joins us for this special week, star of the Nick at Nite original series “See Dad Run,” can be seen as ‘Emily Hobbs,’ the teenage daughter of Scott Baio!
Week of July 12, 2015 Jill Miller
Yoga Trainer Jill created her ground-breaking format, Yoga Tune Up® as a supportive modality for self-healing that attracts students at every age and stage of life. She is a pioneer in forging conscious links between the worlds of fitness, yoga, massage, and pain management. Her innovative techniques have catapulted her as a sought after leader in the field of mind-body fitness and pain relief wellness.
Week of August 2, 2015 Donna Flagg Creator of ‘Lastics’
Creator of ‘Lastics’, a technique born directly from the world of dance that releases tension, increases flexibility and stimulates circulation. Lastics helps people move their bodies in ways that stretch and elongate muscles from both ends simultaneously.
To view the entire 2015 Guest Speaker Calendar, please visit: cal-a-vie.com
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Escape the Autumn chill
Enjoy a week at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa. With minimal rainfall and mild temperatures, outdoor activities are a favorite during the fall season here in beautiful San Diego. Get fit for the upcoming holiday season, or just relax and enjoy some rest and relaxation before the holiday bustle. We would be delighted to share the Thanksgiving holiday with you!
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