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letterfrompublisher As many families know, August means one thing: back-to-school shopping. Reflecting on my own childhood, I can only imagine what it must have been like for my mom to take four kids shopping. From my adult perspective, I am so often in awe of the many things she did and taught us over the years. Now that my mom is officially retired, I enjoy seeing her pursue her own interests. Recently, she got an iPad, and gradually I have been helping her adapt away from the Windows-based desktop and into the next generation. I marvel at her enthusiasm for learning, and I know that she will keep working at it methodically until she feels comfortable and can accomplish her desired tasks. Making changes and persisting at something new can be daunting. It is often easier to plod along, doing the things that we have always done and not feeling particularly excited about them anymore. What can we do to keep ourselves moving onward and upward, achieving goals and changing for the better? Dr. Wayne Dyer, a world-renown icon of inspiration, has some suggestions in his new book, Wishes Fulfilled. An excerpt from this book appears in our “Wise Words” section, page 30. In a world of quick fixes and nagging suggestions that the answers lie outside ourselves, Dyer suggests that we turn to the divinity within us for answers, and it is a powerful message. Hay House Publishing announced that Dyer will be visiting his hometown, near Detroit, in October, and we are thrilled to help spread the word. If reading about personal transformations can inspire us toward our own greatness, hearing the stories firsthand is even more powerfully moving. Did you get a chance to read about Dave the Vegan Trucker in our July issue? He brings a wonderful message of hope and encouragement to all of us, especially those struggling with overwhelming health problems. Dave is visiting the Detroit metro area this month, so be sure to check out his schedule in the news brief on page 8. Sometimes, our desire to help a loved one leads us to open our heart and mind to new things. Dr. Joyce Balnaves, the owner of Water Gait Veterinary Rehabilitation, shares the latest advancements in therapy for pets suffering from chronic pain. Several new treatments promote healing and rehabilitation that were not possible previously. It seems that we are surrounded by some amazing examples of people that are willing to take chances and make changes to the way they have always done things. Some of these inspiring stories started out with a decision to make one small change, which then led to another and then another, finally resulting in something more than they ever would have imagined was possible. August, with its new school year and the beginning of fall, can be a time for new beginnings. Here is to your chance to make a change, even just a small one. Live Well,

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Livonia Montessori School Relocates

ivonia Montessori School, previously located within St. Maurice School, has found a permanent home at 31840 West Seven Mile, Livonia. As an independent non-profit educational institution celebrating its 40th year, Livonia Montessori School provides an individualized learning environment for preschool and kindergarten. Respect for children, a strong commitment to non-violence and a deep belief in the value of education are all principles upon which the school functions. “Our parents and staff are excited about the move to our new home, which will provide some nice spaces for activities indoors and outside,” said Patty Porta, the school’s administrator. “It’s an easy transition for the children, because our Montessori classroom settings and materials will remain the same. They’re just in a new space.” The school is now accepting enrollment applications for the start of school in September when classrooms and playground areas will be fully equipped. Both halfday and full-day programs are available, along with before- and after-school care as needed.

he Naturopathic School of Ann Arbor is launching a new healing study series focusing on pet care through the traditional pathways of naturopathy and natural rearing. The series, which begin in September, will take place over the course of a few nights and weekends. The a la carte classes make up the prototype for the certification program. Topics covered include diet, herbal nourishment, herbal therapeutics, physical therapy, bodywork and anatomy and physiology. For more information, call 734-769-7794 or visit NaturopathicSchoolofAnnArbor. net.

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reative individuals that would like to see their work featured on the cover of a nationally distributed magazine now have an exceptional opportunity: Natural Awakenings is extending a call for cover art and photography and accepting submissions online via a dedicated webpage. The monthly healthy living, franchised publication, available free in more than 80 cities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, is known for eyecatching covers that feature original works by artists from around the world. “This is an exciting opportunity for artists and photographers to be featured on one of our covers and reach a huge new audience, because our readership exceeds 3.6 million,” says founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman. Selected artists that grant permission to print their work on a cover are featured in a one-third page, professionally written “Cover Artist/Photographer” editorial (bio) that introduces the artist and includes their website and contact information. Natural Awakenings covers reflect monthly editorial themes, and a variety of selections are distributed to all franchise publishers so they can choose which cover they want to run. “Our covers celebrate creativity and our mission of mapping out alternate routes to a healthier, happier, longer life that feels good all the way around,” says Bruckman. “Art and photography that are inspiring, uplifting and occasionally whimsical can unlock our imagination and nurture our spirit.” For more information, including a list of monthly themes, submission terms and format requirements, visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/covers. See ad, this page.

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he Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) will host a special exhibition of more than 100 prints and drawings from their collection of masterpieces by Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse, whose works defined much of 20th-century art. On view through January 6, 2013, Picasso and Matisse: The DIA’s Prints and Drawings includes exceptional works, such as Matisse’s 1919 drawing, “The Plumed Hat,” and Picasso’s 1939 gouache, “Bather by the Sea.” Other highlights include Matisse’s famous series, “Jazz,” and Picasso’s etchings for “Dream and Lie of Franco,” as well as many linoleum cuts by both artists. As groundbreaking visionaries, Picasso and Matisse expressed stylistic progression and artistic range born of constant experimentation with techniques and materials. The DIA’s 13 paintings and two bronze sculptures, on permanent display, will be on view in the museum’s modern art galleries. This exhibition, free with museum admission, has been organized by the Detroit Institute of Arts with the support of Comerica Bank and the City of Detroit.

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newsbriefs The Detroit Waldorf School

aste of Waldorf tours enable parents to visit classrooms, from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, and learn about the Waldorf educational philosophy and nurturing community. Children may participate in craft activities while parents complete the tour, scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m., August 5. The Detroit Waldorf School Early Childhood Center provides a natural and aesthetically pleasing learning environment for children, ages 1 to 6 years. The school offers parent-child classes, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and grades one through eight. In the Early Childhood Center, teachers focus on creating a consistent daily rhythm for the children; encouraging creative free play, both indoors and outdoors; and providing circle and story times. According to Waldorf educative philosophy, free play is a cornerstone of learning in the Early Childhood Center, forming the basis for creativity and imagination, social skills and problem-solving, which are considered the foundation for academic learning in the elementary years and beyond. Location: 2555 Burns St., Detroit. For more information or to register, call 313-822-0300 or visit DetroitWaldorf.org.

The Raw Food Trucker Makes Cross-Country Tour

ave Conrardy, known as, “The Raw Food Trucker,” dropped a whopping 230 pounds after eating a 99-percent raw, organic and vegan diet for a little more than one year. With that, came numerous other health-related and lifestyle changes. He now travels the world sharing his story. In August, Conrardy will make the following Michigan stops: August 2 – Creative Health Institute, 112 Union City Rd., Union City, 866-426-1213; August 3 – Goose Creek Garden, 8075 Riverside Rd., Brooklyn, 517-592-5682; August 4 – Living Yoga, 4501 Stonemeadow Ct., Ann Arbor, 734-645-3217; August 5 – Heal Yourself Institute, 412 E. Fourth St., Royal Oak, 248-470-4290. Conrardy redefined his life during the process of achieving the huge weight loss. During this time, he reports, his body rid itself of stage 1 cancer, diabetes, acid reflux disease, kidney problems and a number of other ailments. Incredibly, he was also able to wean himself off all but one of the 19 prescription medications he had been taking and another six over-the-counter medications. Pre-register at DaveTheRawFoodTruckerDetroit2012.Eventbrite.com. For more information, visit DaveConrardy.com.

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“A Journey of Self Discovery: Meditation Series”

s part of their Personal Enrichment Curriculum, the Schoolcraft College Continuing Education Department is offering a fall lecture series entitled, A Journey of Self Discovery: Meditation Series. This fourweek series, presented by Kathy Bindu Henning, offers a variety of topics and includes interactive lecture and Present Moment Meditation.

The series begins Wednesday, September 19 with Experience the Self: An Inner Journey. Participants will take an in-depth look at the essence of Self and experience the radiant, peaceful presence within. Learn how to stay connected with Self while living in today’s hectic world. Living with the Pairs of Opposites takes place on September 25. This exciting lecture explores the pairs of opposites—good/bad; happy/sad; love/ hate; praise/blame and on and on! You’ll learn how they affect your ability to remain calm and steady, their “truth” in reality, and how to live gracefully among them. In A Peaceful Mind is a Precious Gift, October 3, participants will learn powerful tools to calm the restless activity of the mind. Learn how to relax, unwind and enjoy deep soothing meditations. Discover a fresh perspective and experience life anew! Mantra: The Power of Sound, October 10, provides a basic understanding of mantras, their origin, power and significance. Participants will learn simple mantras that can be used for relaxation, meditation and throughout the day to stay centered, calm, present and peaceful. Lectures run 6:30-8:30 p.m., and can be taken individually or as a series. For more information call the school at: 734-462-4448. To register visit: Schoolcraft.edu.

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Celebration To Raise Human Consciousness

On Sunday, August 12th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 18th, from 3:00-7:00 p.m., free Utsav-Celebration of Life events to experience meditation and music will take place. The events are being produced in an effort to raise human consciousness and are sponsored by Isha Foundation. The message from Sadhguru, the founder, states: “For the first time, individual human beings have become phenomenally powerful, empowered by technology. What 10,000 men could do or could not do a thousand years ago, one man can do today. When such an empowerment has come, raising human consciousness becomes absolutely vital.” “According to the United Nations,” explains Sadhguru, “by 2050 we will be 9.6 billion people. All of us will have to exist here with 40% less resource than what we have right now. When I say resource, I’m not talking about oil or gold. I am talking about water, the air that you breathe, the food that you eat. Now, every minute you’re taking approximately 12-15 breaths. Try to do 4 breaths or 5 breaths less. That is how our children’s lives will feel in 40 years time on this planet. This is our legacy for the future generations unless we wake up and do something sensible now. So ecology is not the problem, human being is the problem. If we are fixed, the world will be fine. Either we correct this consciously, or nature will do it to us cruelly. These corrections will be extremely cruel for humanity. And humanity is not some strange word, that is your children and our children. So raising human consciousness becomes very vital today.” Locations are: Plymouth Art Center, 774 N. Sheldon Rd., Plymouth and International Society, 4925 E. Grand River Ave, Howell. Admission is free. For more information, call 313-451-4742, email detroit@IshaFoundation.org or visit their website at: BeBreatheBlossom.com. See ad page 14.

Lozen Brown Bear Teaches Drum-Making Workshop

ecky Stevens Holistic Alternatives, in Clinton Township, will host a drum-making workshop, taught by Native American artist Lozen Brown Bear, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 8. Participants will make a 16-inch, elk-hide drum and beater. All materials are included in the $200 class tuition cost. “My mother has taught me many aspects of our culture,” Brown Bear says of her Apache traditions. “She also shared with me the gift for making her art.” “Drum-making is a deep and transformative journey,” says Stevens. “The drum becomes an extension of the self, and the experience of creating a drum is something that remains with a person forever. When we drum, we can let our body and spirit become one with the drum, and as the vibration moves through our body, healing begins; it is good medicine,” she explains. Stevens is a medical intuitive and energy healer who has been featured in various newspapers, community cable and local television broadcasts. She became involved in healing through her own personal struggles with multiple sclerosis. Stevens believes healing occurs synergistically with the use of intuitive capabilities, spiritual healing and one’s cooperation and willingness in believing that healing can occur. She also collaborates with a broad network of community holistic and conventional healing support systems.

ichigan’s yoga community will converge at Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat Center, in Vanderbilt, from August 17 to 19, for the second annual Yoga Fest, the largest public yoga festival in Michigan, where adults and children of all ages will celebrate the ancient traditions of yoga. Participants can enjoy myriad classes in yoga, hoop dance, belly dance and dance meditation, set to the backdrop of live music. Jump for Joy, a program for children, will provide a fun, structured & supervised environment for kids while parents participate. Organic, vegetarian and raw food will be available for purchase. Tented vendors will exhibit singing bowls, yoga apparel, spiritual books, crafts and activities for children and more. The highlights of this year’s event will be performances by kirtan artist Mike Cohen and children’s environmental singer-songwriter Joe Reilly. River Ananda will lead evening drum circles. Traditional Song of the Morning evening meditations and Sunday morning service are open to all. Founded in 1970, Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat, located on 800 beautiful forested acres along the Pigeon River, provides a place of spiritual refreshment for truth seekers, furthering the yogic teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Wooded and riverside campsites as well as limited indoor accommodations are available. Address: 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd., Vanderbilt. For further information, call Jim Pero at 989-983-4107, email or visit SongOfTheMorning.org.

Cost: $200. Space is limited and held by receipt of tuition payment. Location: 33576 Harper Ave., Clinton Twp. For more information, call 586-294-6540 or visit BeckyStevensHolisticAlternatives.com. natural awakenings

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Danger Signs

Monsanto Weed Killer Causes Animal Mutations The world’s most popular weed killer, Monsanto’s Roundup, a systemic, broad-spectrum herbicide, can induce morphological changes in vertebrate skeletal animals, say U.S. biologists studying its effect on amphibians. A study by University of Pittsburgh researchers says the poison, tested in environmentally relevant concentrations, caused the shapes of two species of amphibians to change. The study is the first to show these dangerous consequences. The presence of predators can cause tadpoles to change shape by altering their stress hormones, but similar shape changes seen after exposure to Roundup suggest the weed killer may interfere with the hormones of tadpoles, and potentially, many other animals. The development is important because amphibians not only serve as a barometer of an ecosystem’s health, but also as an indicator of potential dangers to other species in the food chain, including humans.

Better Doggie Bags Want Not, Waste Not

estimates that 78 million dogs produce more than 10.6 million tons of dung annually. To tackle the growing problem of unhygienic doggie doo-doo, about which reports, “At some beaches, dogs help raise bacteria levels so high that visitors must stay out of the water,” operators of Allan H. Treman Marine State Park, in Ithaca, New York, started a project in 2009 to compost the waste in its dog park. Plastic bags that don’t decompose easily end up in landfills, so park officials began placing corn-based, compostable bags in dispensers. A local company, Cayuga Compost, picks up the waste weekly for processing and deposits it into a pile mixed with yard and wood waste at a nearby composting site. In 18 months, the company composted 12 tons of dog waste from the park. Lab tests have shown that the compost is pathogen-free and has a high-nutrient profile that is perfect for flowers, shrubs and trees. Cayuga Program Manager Mark Whiting calls it a great example of upcycling—taking something that is otherwise considered worthless and turning it into a product with higher value.

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Fit Lit

Long Live Exceptional Books With the avalanche of digital content available on a host of common devices that include computers, tablets and phones, some educators are concerned that literary classics are getting short shrift in the mix of websites, blogs, social networks and music. The Great Books Summer Program (GreatBooksSummer. com) introduces young book lovers to literature they would not typically encounter in today’s classrooms. The unique summer camp, held for the past 10 years at Amherst College, in Massachusetts, and Stanford University, in California, was created for middle school and high school students to discover and maintain critical reading and thinking skills during their seasonal break and beyond. “Great Books’ faculty not only stresses the importance of reading, but introduces exceptional literature that students wouldn’t typically discover on their own,” says co-founder and Academic Director Peter Temes, Ph.D. Primary goals of the program are to help students learn how to read and think at a college level; learn how to engage in lively, spirited, yet disciplined discussion; gain new powers of perception, critical thinking and self-expression; develop greater confidence with peers and adults; and launch their own lifelong intellectual journey. Register now for next summer. Source: The Christian Science Monitor

Alternative Brain Health Strategies by Dr. Carol Ann Fischer

rain-related health issues cause problems for significant numbers of children and adults. Many of these have been associated with low-grade, chronic inflammation, an issue that has been linked to numerous health problems, such as learning disabilities, autism, diabetes, obesity, chronic fatigue syndrome, autoimmune disorders, depression, anxiety, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Brain inflammation is caused by both physical and chemical stress. Trauma to the brain can occur during the birthing process, especially with a premature birth, or if the mother is ill with a fever before the birth. Such traumas, along with injuries where the head is suddenly jerked or suffers a direct impact from falls or sports, as often occurs in horseback riding or football, cause concussions, which, even when mild, result in brain inflammation. The most common cause of physical trauma to the brain is injury from motor vehicle accidents. Even a low-impact collision can cause neurological damage as well as stress to muscles, joints and ligaments that can remain hidden for years. Toxic exposure is another cause of brain inflammation. National Geographic magazine reports that of the 82,000 or so chemicals found in our environment, only a quarter of them have ever been tested for toxicity. Thousands of these are solvents, preservatives and emulsifiers used to stabilize

processed foods. Once the brain has been physically traumatized, it may be more sensitive to toxins from food, pesticides, chemicals, vaccinations and radiation. Brain inflammation is also related to a decreased ability to handle stress and nervous tension. The National Institutes of Health reports that under chronic stress, the part of the brain that controls the adrenal glands initiates a constant release of hormones that results in more stress and inflammation. They also note that people under stress experience prolonged healing times and decreased immune function. Dehydration is another major contributing factor to stress and brain inflammation. Without a sufficient amount of water, thinking becomes foggy, blood sugar becomes unstable and memory loss, moodiness and fatigue may occur. Comprising 80 percent of the brain’s mass, water is the brain’s most important nutrient; therefore, consuming pure, quality water is extremely important. One way to combat brain inflammation is to make dietary changes. According to Dr. Corinne Allen, Medical Director of the Advanced Learning and Developmental Institute, eating antioxidant-rich, alkaline, raw fresh fruits and vegetables and reducing consumption of acid foods like grains and proteins helps, as does avoiding common food allergens like sugar, dairy and wheat. In addition to brain-specific antioxidants, such as glutathione, the minerals calcium and magnesium play a vital role in decreasing both brain and body stress. Calcium facilitates the movement of nutrients across cell membranes, helps nerve cells to communicate normally and aids muscle contraction. Magnesium is critical for energy production and proper nerve function. It also promotes muscle relaxation and helps the body produce and use insulin. Lifestyle changes include Chiropractic and exercise, to increase blood and lymphatic flow, nutrition and diet changes, and detoxification aids, to eliminate stored toxins. The goal of these alternative therapies is to improve nerve and brain function, reduce the effects of stress and trauma and reduce chemical toxicity, so that overall brain and body health improve. Carol Ann Fischer, D.C., N.D. is the owner of TLC Holistic Wellness, in Livonia, MI. Contact her at 734-664-0339 or TLCHolisticWellness.com. natural awakenings

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Why Folk Remedies Rock

hat do white tea, witch hazel and rose extract—long used as natural aids for preserving youth and well-being—have in common? They all possess potential health and beauty properties that could be simply too good to ignore, say scientists from London’s Kingston University. The researchers, working in collaboration with British beauty brand Neal’s Yard Remedies, tested 21 plant extracts and discovered that their naturally occurring substances may offer new treatments to block the progression of inflammation. The findings are promising as potential treatments for aging skin, as well as more serious illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, arthritis, neurodegenerative conditions and cardiovascular and pulmonary problems. Using human cells as their model, the researchers applied three different concentrations of white tea (freeze-dried powder), witch hazel (dried herb) and rose extract (in a medicinal tincture) to see what effect the mixtures might have on suppressing the rogue enzymes and oxidants that play key roles in cellular inflammation and aging. All three remedies were remarkably effective in keeping inflammation in check. Whenever inflammation starts—whether as a simple cut to a finger, exposure to the sun, chemicals or pollutants, or irritation due to an arthritic joint—the body begins to produce a protein compound called interleukin 8 that exacerbates the process. The three substances tested appear to successfully interfere with this. White tea displayed the most marked results.

Antibacterial and Antiviral Effects of Essential Oils

any people are concerned about protecting themselves and their families from viruses like influenza, especially when school resumes. At the same time, people are concerned about the side effects of overusing today’s synthetic antibacterial products. Essential oils offer a promising alternative to synthetics. A review of research, published in Phytotherapy Research, in 2007, reports findings of effective antibacterial action from certain essential oils, such as tea tree oil and those plants with high concentrations of thymol and carvacrol, like thyme and oregano. Author Amr Edris also notes that essential oils exhibit virucidal properties, with the advantage of low toxicity compared with the synthetic antiviral drugs in lab tests involving in vitro viruses such as herpes simplex and HIV. He describes studies illustrating the antiviral properties of lemongrass, peppermint, Australian tea tree and lemon balm, among others. Researchers at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center studied doTERRA’s On Guard, which is a blend of wild orange, clove bud, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus radiata and rosemary oils. The results, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, affirmed that the blend notably supresses influenza virus infectivity in vitro. The authors also express that the “lack of toxicity and potent specific inhibition ability make the essential oil a possible antiviral drug for influenza virus proliferation control and treatment.” Essential oils can be diffused into the air or be used to clean and purify household surfaces. For those that want to stay free of bacteria and viruses safely, essential oils may be the safest and most effective way to go. For more information and a list of events in Monroe and Wyandotte, call Angela Dorenzo at 734-934-2076vor or visit AngiesOils.com.

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DRIED PLUMS KEEP BONES HEALTHY

hen it comes to improving bone health in postmenopausal women—and people of all ages, for that matter—eating dried plums is a simple, proactive solution to help prevent fractures and osteoporosis, reports a Florida State University researcher. “During my career, I have tested numerous fruits, including figs, dates, strawberries and raisins, and none of them come anywhere close to having the effect on bone density that dried plums, or prunes, have,” says Bahram H. Arjmandi, The Florida State University’s Margaret A. Sitton Professor and chair of the Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences. Arjmandi and his colleagues tested two groups of postmenopausal women over a 12-month period. The first group of 55 women consumed 100 grams of dried plums (about 10 prunes) each day, while the second, control group of 45 women ate 100 grams of dried apples. All participants also received daily doses of calcium (500 milligrams) and vitamin D (400 international units). The group that consumed dried plums had significantly higher bone mineral density in the ulna (one of two long bones in the forearm) and spine, compared with the group that ate dried apples. According to Arjmandi, this was due in part to the ability of dried plums to suppress the rate of bone resorption, or breakdown, which tends to exceed the rate of new bone growth as people age.

Training Helps Bust Teacher Burnout

eaching is tough, and teachers that stick with the profession have higher than average rates of stress and burnout than most other college-educated workers. A new study published by the journal Emotion explores how Cultivating Emotional Balance (CEB), a training approach that combines Buddhist practices of meditation and compassion with education drawn from Western psychology about emotion, can help. Teachers that participated in an eight-week CEB program showed a strong drop in feelings of depression and an increase in positive states of mind.

Cheap Bling is Bad News

esearch from the Ecology Center, a nonprofit environmental organization, discloses that more than half of low-cost metal adult and children’s jewelry contain large amounts of toxic chemicals, including lead, cadmium, nickel, chromium and chlorine (from polyvinyl chloride, or PVC). The report notes that these chemicals have been linked in animal and some human studies to acute allergies and long-term health impacts such as birth defects, impaired learning, liver toxicity and cancer. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, young children should not be given or allowed to play with cheap metal jewelry, especially when unsupervised. Source: HealthyStuff.org

Mom’s Diet Can Boost Baby’s Immunity

hat a new mom eats during her pregnancy affects her unborn baby’s immunity, especially vis-a-vis allergies, reports new research in The Journal of Physiology. The research found that if a mother’s diet contains a certain group of polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as those found in fish, walnut oil or flaxseed, the baby’s gut develops differently. These substances are thought to improve the way gut immune cells respond to bacteria and foreign substances, making the baby less likely to suffer from allergies.

LESS SLEEP MEANS LOWER GRADES

esearch presented in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the 25th anniversary meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, suggests that poor sleep hygiene is associated with a lower grade-point average, both in high school and college. This can be prevented, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, by cultivating habits and behaviors that promote healthy sleep, such as establishing a relaxing bedtime routine and avoiding ingesting caffeine during the afternoon and at night.

WALKING + TEXTING = FORGETTING

alking on a cell phone or texting might have an unexpectedly troubling downside. Researchers at Stony Brook University, in New York, studied young people that were texting while walking and discovered that they walked slower, veered off course more and experienced decreased working memory.

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How to Green Everyone’s Wardrobe Every fall, even with back-to-school sales, buying clothes can be costly for families. Also, new togs take a toll on the planet: Most common synthetic fabrics are petroleum-based; and according to the Sustainable Cotton Project (Sustainable Cotton.org), 25 percent of all insecticides applied in this country, including known carcinogens, are used to grow cotton. Perceived as a disposable commodity, garments purchased for growing children are typically discarded after serving only a fraction of their useful life, while teens dismiss outfits when fashions change. Adults often have closets full of items from when they weighed less. Here are 10 commonsense ways to redress the problem and lighten the family’s ecological footprint. Wash only as needed. Avoid wasting energy and water by washing clothing only when it’s dirty, rather than after a single gentle wearing; then drip- or line-dry. Go unisex for tots. Siblings can wear family hand-me-downs and share basic items like shirts and pants. Share. Family members, friends and neighbors can swap perfectly wearable fashions when they tire of them. Help strangers. Charitable nonprofits, detailed on websites like DressFor Success.org (women’s business attire) OneWorldRunning.com (athletic gear sent to developing countries) and SalvationArmyUSA.org (caring for the homeless), all have on-the-ground networks in place to redistribute goods. Give it back. Some brands take back and recycle their products. Nike (NikeReuseAShoe.com), for instance, repurposes any brand of worn-out athletic shoes in the making of new sports facilities. Shop where you drop. When dropping off donated clothing and other items at a thrift or resale store, walk inside and see what’s for sale. Read labels before purchasing. Some clothes require more maintenance that isn’t eco-friendly, such as special detergents, ironing or even dry cleaning, which typically uses toxic perchloroethylene (PERC)—unless it’s a green cleaning process. Look for alternatives. Clothing made from organic, low-impact or recycled materials such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo and recycled fibers, is available in stores and online. Dress casually. Dress suits for men and women require dry cleaning, so whenever possible, leave such fine attire in the closet. Buy the good stuff. Brand names often live up to their advertising. Prestigious trademarks often get that way by producing better-made, more durable clothing and also protecting their image by avoiding exploitive practices. Check them out online via third-party evaluators. Source: Adapted from BigGreenPurse.com.

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Investing in Main Street: How to Keep Your Dollars Working Locally

itch the Cards. All electronic transactions siphon money out of the local community to some extent, so try the human approach and bank in person. Make purchases with cash or second best, write a check. If plastic is the only choice, choose a debit card. Local merchants lose some of their potential profit each time you use a card, but they pay up to seven times more in fees when it’s a credit card. Studies show that people spend 12 to 18 percent more when they use cards instead of cash. Move Your Debt. Already broken up with your megabank? From credit card balances to car loans to mortgages, megabanks make far more money off your debt than your savings. Refinance debt with a credit union or local bank and let the fees support your community. Be wary of “affinity credit cards”, which donate a certain amount per purchase to charitable organizations but often are connected with a megabank. Spend Deliberately. Forget Internet deals; shop local and independent. Support second-hand markets by buying used, and barter and trade services when possible. Look for goods grown and made nearby. Research purchases carefully; find easy company-screening assistance at Green America’s Responsible Shopper website (GreenAmerica.org). Shorten Loan Lengths. To maximize interest paid by customers, banks offer to stretch out terms. Avoid the 30-year mortgage or the seven-year car loan. If you’re stuck with one on paper, change the terms yourself. Decide the loan duration that’s best for you and pay down the principal. Calculators at sites like mtgProfessor.com can be used for any loans, not just mortgages. Earn Feel-Good Interest. A community development bank will reinvest money from a CD back into the local community and pay you interest. So will alternative savings tools offered by RSF Social Finance or the Community Investment Note from the nonprofit Calvert Foundation, which also lets you target by cause, such as public radio stations. Put money into Kiva.org microloans and receive no interest, but big returns in socioeconomic justice. Closer to home, consider investing in family, such as a college loan for a nephew or niece. Create a DIY Retirement Fund. Avoiding Wall Street’s ubiquitous 401k can be tricky. One way is via “self-directed” IRAs and Roth IRAs. These require the account owner—you—to make the investment decisions. With or without the counsel of a personal financial advisor, you get to decide what types of projects to invest in—

from local green businesses to real estate. Invest in Home. Investing in your home strengthens the community and builds wealth. Pay down your mortgage, and then use that equity when it’s time to retire. Want more investment? Do it with a second property and be a local landlord, or invest in your children’s homes. Beyond mortgages, invest in your home’s energy efficiency for an ongoing solid rate of return. Or become your own utility by tying your home’s alternative energy system into the power grid. Remember Your Community. Buy shares of a local co-op—utility, food or store—or jump on a direct public offering. Seek out or start a community investment group to connect local businesses with local investors. Look for community revolving loan funds that allow participation by individual investors, such as Cascadia (Pacific Northwest), Economic and Community Development Notes for Invest Local Ohio, the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund and North Carolina’s Mountain BizWorks. Source: The editors of YES! magazine.

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a homemade hand wash blend of essential oils commonly called Thieves Oil. He makes up his own sweet-smelling antibacterial blend from cinnamon, clove, lemon eucalyptus, rosemary and orange oils, mixed with a little aloe vera and water. Keep in a spray bottle next to every sink.

or most parents, back-to-school season also signals the start of cold season, which for some kids, can stretch out for months. Kids’ immune systems, like their brains, need to be educated and strengthened, which might explain why young children are likely to experience two or three colds a year, says Dr. Lawrence Rosen, a holistic pediatrician practicing in New Jersey and chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Complementary and Integrative Medicine. Here are some great strategies to keep kids healthy and bolster their immune systems throughout the year. Manage stress: Stress is probably the biggest challenge to a child’s immune system, says Rosen. “Stress plays a big role in immune health. It literally impacts us on the cellular level. Studies repeatedly show that kids get sick more frequently when they are stressed out.”

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“Give your kids some down time,” Rosen advises. “Don’t schedule every minute of their time. If you are a compulsive scheduler, then schedule quiet time.” Sleep is a vital component of immune system health, he points out. “Most children need eight hours of sleep a day and surprisingly, teenagers may need as much as 10 hours.” Eat right: Eliminating sugar completely from a child’s diet is a huge step toward better health and building a strong immune system, says holistic Pediatrician Debby Hamilton, of Boulder, Colorado. In California, a Loma Linda University study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that eating or drinking eight tablespoons of sugar (about the amount in two, 12-ounce soft drinks) can: n Reduce the ability of white blood

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cells to fight off infection by 40 percent. n Lower immune function for up to five hours. n Block absorption of vitamin C, which plays a vital role in immune function. n Make cells more permeable to the influx of bacteria and viruses. Tracee Yablon-Brenner, a registered dietitian, holistic health counselor and co-founder of RealMoms.com, offers a few tips to get kids enthusiastic about healthy eating: n Ask kids to help prepare the food and set the table, with tasks appro priate to their ages. n Cut vegetables in small pieces and “hide” them in favorite foods; for example, add zucchini and broccoli to spaghetti sauce. n Grow a garden (even a container garden) and engage children in the fun of growing food. n Take them to a farmers’ market to help pick out meal ingredients. Any food high in vitamin C is great for strengthening immune systems and improving overall health. Sources include citrus fruits, berries, bell peppers, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts and all dark, green, leafy vegetables, especially kale. Yablon-Brenner thinks that juice is

too high in sugar (even natural sugars) and instead favors fiber-rich whole fruits. She encourages eating lots of wild-caught fish (avoiding farmed fish, which can be contaminated with mercury and other toxic substances) and plenty of foods rich in vitamin E and zinc, such as pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds. Probiotics are also important for keeping the immune system strong. For some kids, eating all-natural yogurt

IU daily for babies, 1,000 IU for young children, 2,000 IU for tweens and 4,000 IU for teens and adults. Hamilton adds 15 milligrams of zinc daily and likes targeted herbal preparations for preventing and treating colds. Sanitation: The experts’ advice here may be surprising: They all recommend letting kids get a little dirty. “Kids are a little too sterile,” says Hamilton. “We used to play in the dirt,

bugs.” As a postscript, she recommends avoiding hand sanitizers; not only are they less than effective, but their alcohol content can cause dry skin. Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher; 10 Best Ways to Manage Stress is her latest book. Visit KathleenBarnes.com.

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is enough, but for others, probiotic supplements may be necessary. “I’m really passionate about educating and teaching families about the benefits of eating real food and helping them recognize that food is really the best medicine,” says Yablon-Brenner. Exercise: Daily exercise is a key component of any health regimen. “Sometimes, I literally write a prescription for family exercise,” says Rosen. Outdoor exercise is beneficial because it also exposes children to the sun, helping them to manufacture the vitamin D that is essential for a strong immune system. Other highly recommended exercise programs include yoga for stress reduction, which can be adapted even for small children. Supplements: Rosen and Hamilton both favor select supplements for children, especially during cold and flu season. Rosen recommends a whole-food multivitamin for kids every day, as well as vitamin D supplements (if blood tests confirm a deficiency), as follows: 400

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The un-family meal

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n exhausting routine of early morning wakeups, soccer practices and work deadlines makes it understandably easy to put healthy family eating on the back burner. As more timestrapped families adopt drive-through dining, it’s no surprise that weight scales nationwide are buckling under the pressure. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, more than a third of American adults are obese. But the expanding-waistline epidemic impacts far more than just the quality of life among adults. A report in the Journal of the American Medical Association states that 16 percent of children are either overweight or obese, with another 16 percent knocking on the door.

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According to Sally Phillips, a registered dietitian and nutrition expert at Ohio’s Akron Children’s Hospital, a child that has an unhealthy body weight not only often has self-esteem issues, but is also at increased risk for Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, elevated blood cholesterol and triglycerides, plus orthopedic challenges; all health problems that possibly could impact life expectancy. More, childhood obesity that progresses into adulthood has been linked to increased artery wall thickness—a marker for atherosclerosis. Because many overweight children become plump adults, lifestyle modification at an early age is vital. Try these no-fuss strategies from experts to overcome today’s pitfalls to attaining family nutrition.

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The sit-down meal is an endangered family function, thanks to hectic schedules, time spent with TV, video games, the Internet and other electronic devices, as well as the perceived uncool factor of noshing with the folks. Yet studies show that family meals foster communication and usually lead to higher intakes of calcium- and fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, plus lower amounts of unhealthy fats, sugar and sodium, says Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., a registered dietitian and associate clinical professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in New York. A supporting study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association confirmed that tykes that took in fewer family meals (and watched more TV) were more likely to be overweight. University of Minnesota researchers found that adolescent girls that ate often with their family were less prone to use cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. Try this: Commit to a sit-down meal most days of the week, suggests Registered Dietitian Brenda J. Ponichtera, author of Quick and Healthy Recipes and Ideas. Don’t overlook breakfast as potential family time as well, counsels Ayoob. “Kids that eat a well-balanced breakfast do better in school, have improved vitamin and mineral intake and are more likely to maintain a healthy body weight.”

Liquid calories

Today’s average American household obtains more than 20 percent of its daily calories from beverages; on average, soft drinks alone account for 8 percent of adolescents’ calorie intake. The rise in beverage consumption has mirrored the country’s slide toward rounder body shapes. “Satiety is less when you drink calories versus eating the same calories in foods, because drinks empty from the stomach quicker,” advises Phillips. “The extra calories from liquids can easily exceed what the body can use.” The worst culprits are “liquid candy” such as soda and energy, sport and sweetened fruit drinks. In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Harvard researchers confirmed that a

greater intake of these beverages leads to weight gain in adults and children. “Plus, most sweetened drinks don’t have much nutritional value,” says Ayoob. Although they contain important vitamins, even fruit juices, such as orange, cranberry and apple, still pack a lot of concentrated sugars. Try this: Phillips recommends limiting empty-calorie sweetened beverages and replacing them with unsweetened choices like low-fat milk, homemade iced tea and filtered water jazzed up with lemon or lime. Keep daily intake of fruit juice between four to eight ounces, and focus on eating whole fruits, instead. “You can also freeze natural fruit juice in ice-cube trays,” says Phillips. “Pop these into [a glass of] water for a hint of sweet flavor.” Send children to school or camp with a reusable, BPA-free water container (stainless steel works well) so they get in the aqua-drinking habit. Also consider stocking the fridge with refreshing, potassium-rich coconut water.

Chicken again?

Never before has such a variety of foods been more readily available. Still, too many families fall into the trap of preparing the same familiar eats—like spaghetti, chicken, and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on white bread—week in and week out. When children are repeatedly presented with the same foods, they don’t learn to appreciate new flavors and textures, which reinforces a picky palate and a fear of unfamiliar dishes, says Ayoob. From a body weight standpoint, an article published in Science suggests that when the brain isn’t gratified by food—which

can happen when the family eats roast chicken for the fourth time in the same week—people are more likely to make midnight kitchen raids and add to their total calorie intake. Try this: Once a week, have a newfood-of-the-week meal, featuring healthy ingredients such as quinoa, lean bison or kale, paired with family favorites, to encourage branching out. “Don’t throw in the towel if your child emphatically refuses it at the start. Research shows that it can take 10 or more times before a new food is accepted by a finicky eater,” advises Phillips, a mother of two. She also suggests letting kids loose in the produce department to pick a new fresh item they are curious about, and then involving them in its preparation, so they are more likely to try it. “Or, substitute a familiar food, like apples, with pears,” Ayoob recommends.

Snack attacks

With so much unhealthy snack food marketed toward kids, it’s easy for youngsters to graze their way to a bigger waistline. Findings shared by Italian university researchers in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition specifically link savory, energy-dense snack foods with childhood obesity. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that the percentage of American children eating three regular meals a day has decreased over the past 25 years, while consumption of high-calorie, snack-type foods has gone up. “Unhealthy snacking can have an impact on academic performance, energy levels and weight,” Ayoob remarks. Try this: Don’t push the panic button

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if a child looks a little heavy while he or she is still growing, but it never hurts to give the household pantry and fridge an overhaul. First, get rid of nutrient-devoid chips, cookies and soda. “Replace them with healthier, portable fuel like nuts, baby carrots, low-fat string cheese and cottage cheese, yogurt and dried fruit,” suggests Ayoob. This does away with the goodversus-bad food battle on the home front. Ponichtera likes keeping a bowl of varicolored seasonal fruit on the counter for when kids return home ravenous. She also recommends offering sliced veggies and fruit with tasty and nutritious yogurt, guacamole or hummus dip, or making after-school smoothies, using frozen fruit, healthy, low-fat milk and yogurt. Because watching TV—including commercials extolling unhealthy foods—provides prime opportunities for mindless snacking (various studies link excess TV time with elevated body fat), consider pulling the plug after an hour. If snacking must be done in front of the tube, Ponichtera likes natural, unbuttered popcorn, deeming it excellent because it’s whole-grain, low in calories and high in filling fiber.

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Meals in a hurry

The desire for something quick may be why half of total U.S. food expenditures today go to meals prepared outside the home. Studies suggest that the more we purchase fast food, the greater our girth. “This should come as no surprise, because what is often ordered is mostly out-of-control portions, higher in calories, fat, sugar and salt, than what would be served at home,” says Ayoob. Even shunning the all-too-familiar drive-through for a smarter option could pack on pounds. Researchers reported in the Journal of Consumer Research that an individual is likely to underestimate the calories in a meal marketed by a restaurant as healthier, than those in a meal from a perceived offender. This mistake often leads to overeating through purchasing extra or bigger side orders, suggest the study’s authors. University of Minnesota research suggests that adolescent members of families that rely on fewer than three purchased meals per week are more likely to consume healthier beverages and vegetables with meals and less prone to indulge in soda and chips at home.

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Try this: Skip the fast food outlets and open The Joy of Cooking. “Preparing more home-cooked meals is all about planning and implementing time-saving strategies,” says Ponichtera. Take time during the weekend to create dinner menus for the coming week, with input from all family members, and make a detailed grocery list to facilitate an efficient visit to the health food store and grocery. Ponichtera also stresses the, “Cook once, serve twice,” trick, where home chefs purposely double the recipe and plan to serve leftovers later, adding different sides for variety. When time is at a premium, tossing ingredients for stews or chilies into a slow cooker in the morning is a tasty and healthy option. “Always have a few homemade dishes that can be easily warmed up, such as lasagna, soups and casseroles, in your freezer,” adds Ponichtera. It also works to freeze leftovers in lunch-size containers to take to work. On days when family members have time to cook, make salads and dressings (served on the side) or bean, vegetable and whole-grain side dishes ahead of time, so they will be ready accompaniments for the coming week’s entrées. “Involving children in the meal prep not only saves parents time,” reflects Ponichtera, “but also teaches kids valuable cooking skills they might otherwise lack.” Everybody wins. Canadian-based registered dietitian and nutrition writer Matthew Kadey also takes active vacations to keep trim. Copyrighted © 2012 Penton Media, Inc. 89020:512SH

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INVESTING IN MAIN STREET Cities, Schools and Churches Move their Money to Local Economies by Rebecca Leisher

ince the big corporate banks contributed to crashing the economy in 2008, news sources report that they’ve been rewarded with bailouts, tax breaks and executive bonuses, while American workers have lost jobs and homes. There is little wonder that many Americans—and now, institutions and local governments—have been closing their accounts at these corporate banks and transferring the money to community banks and credit unions. The intent is to send a strong message about responsibility to government and Wall Street, while supporting institutions that genuinely stimulate local economies. The first Bank Transfer Day, last November, was publicized over five weeks, largely through social networks. During that period, credit unions received an estimated $4.5 billion in new deposits transferred from banks, according to the Credit Union National Association. Citizens are calling for financial institutions to be accountable, encouraged by the popularity of the Move Your

Money campaign. Schools, churches and local governments across the country have been transferring large sums, or at least considering doing so, in order to invest in local economies instead of Wall Street. Last year, the city of San Jose, California, moved nearly $1 billion from the Bank of America because of the bank’s high record of home foreclosures. City council members linked foreclosures to lost tax revenue, reduced services and layoffs, and urged other U.S. cities to follow their example. The Seattle, Washington, city council responded to the Occupy Wall Street movement by unanimously passing a resolution to review its banking and investment practices, “…to ensure that public funds are invested in responsible financial institutions that support our community.” Officials in Los Angeles, New York City and Portland, Oregon, are discussing proposals that address how and where city funds are invested. Massachusetts launched the Small Business Banking Partnership initiative last year to leverage small business loans, and has already deposited $106 million in state reserve funds into community banks. Student activists and the Responsible Endowments Coalition are urging colleges and universities—some of which have assets comparable to those of a town or city—to move at least a portion of their endowments from Wall Street. The Peralta Community College District, in California, with an annual budget of $140 million, has done just that. The district’s board of trustees voted unanimously last November to move its assets into community banks and credit unions. Churches and faith organizations are moving their money, too. Congregations in the California interfaith coalition LA Voice vowed to divest $2 million from Wells Fargo and the Bank of America, ending a 200-year relationship with the big banks. The Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, in East San Jose, pulled $3 million out of the Bank of America and reinvested the funds into Micro Branch, a division of Self-Help Federal Credit Union, designed to assist underserved communities. Moving money to where banking practices and investments are transparent is the most effective action. Oregon Banks Local represents small businesses, family farms and community banks. It offers a website tool that ranks local banks and credit unions on such criteria as where they are headquartered, jobs created and the extent of local investment, showing which financial institutions truly serve local communities. “People from all walks of life are angry at the banks,” says Ilana Berger, co-director of The New Bottom Line, a national campaign that promotes moving money from Wall Street. But the broad appeal of this grassroots movement toward financial reform is based on more than anger or strategy. “It’s a way to move our money to follow our values,” says Berger. “It’s an opportunity to really protest against the banks, but also a way to show what we want them to be.” Freelance writer Rebecca Leisher originated this article as part of “9 Strategies to End Corporate Rule,” for the Spring 2012 issue of YES! magazine. natural awakenings

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Imagine feeling the surge of well-being that comes from strolling barefoot on a moist, sandy beach or sinking all 10 toes into a cool, lush lawn on a warm summer day. Both comprise an experience known as “grounding” or “earthing”. Recent research suggests that these tempting life experiences offer more than feel-good frolics; they might help reboot health.

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y the end of the day, I could hardly walk. My feet would be screaming,” relates Lynn Deen, 66, of Mio, Michigan, describing dealing with Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis in both heels. “I struggled with it for four years. I tried everything, from conventional treatments to complementary therapies. Nothing touched it.” Then Deen listened to an online interview about earthing, a therapy that involves connecting with the Earth’s electrical field, either through skinto-ground contact (barefoot strolls) or by using home grounding products available online. Motivated by a yearning to maintain her active lifestyle, she decided to try it. Three months later, she attested, “My heels were completely normal.” And because she opted to use a special earthing bedsheet, Deen says

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her husband benefited, too. “We have better sleep, less snoring and a better sense of well-being,” she reports. Theoretically, because the waterabundant human body is a good electrical conductor, such grounding allows negatively charged free electrons, which are rife on the Earth’s surface, to enter the body and scour it for free radicals: those positively charged particles that may cause disease and inflammation. “Most of the diseases today are related to chronic inflammation,” says Dr. Martin Gallagher, a physician and chiropractor who heads Medical Wellness Associates, a large integrative medicine clinic in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. “That inflammation is considered to be the buildup of positive electrons. The Earth’s free electrons neutralize these chemical buzz bombs, called free

radicals, bringing the body back to homeostasis. It is that state of equilibrium that allows the body to heal.” Today’s lifestyles have nearly eliminated that natural healing effect, says James Oschman, director of the Nature’s Own Research Association, in Dover, New Hampshire. “When I was a kid, my shoes came off in the spring and didn’t come back on until fall,” Oschman recalls. Today, almost everybody wears plastic-soled shoes, rides in vehicles and hangs out indoors on carpet and wood or tiled floors, completely blocking these free electrons, which Oschman maintains are the most effective and efficient antioxidants available. He states, “We’ve experienced a total disconnect.” His claim is supported by small studies that are beginning to accumulate, indicating the potential benefits of grounding. Here is a sampling of the findings, from The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Helped the body’s natural healing response. Researchers compared physiological changes during a two-hour grounding session of 14 men and 14 women and then a two-hour sham session. Changes in respiration and heart rates plus blood oxygenation within 20 minutes of grounding appeared to aid the healing process, reports lead author Gaetan Chevalier, Ph.D., director of the Earthing Institute. He notes that as in previous studies, subjects with acute inflammation experienced less swelling, redness, heat and pain. Improved sleep and reduced pain and stress. Researchers grounded 12 patients looking for these benefits while they slept. Comparing their cortisol levels (a stress-related hormone) prior to the eight-week study with results from periodic retesting and follow-up interviews, they found that grounding reduced nighttime levels of cortisol and better aligned its secretion with the body’s natural 24-hour circadian rhythm, which is important for sleep. Subjects reported improvements in all three areas. Decreased muscle pain. Researchers looked at blood counts and chemistry in eight active exercisers, following routines that assured muscle soreness. Four subjects treated with grounding techniques showed a boosted immune response and reported reduced pain.

Oschman says that some professional athletes swear by the practice, including members of four U.S. Tour de France teams (between 2003 and 2007) that were grounded nightly during the competitions. Gallagher, who estimates that 70 percent of his patients consciously practice grounding, sees improvement in conditions including heart disease, arthritis, chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, attention deficit disorder, allergies, asthma, menopausal symptoms, sleep apnea and jet lag. Judged safe for all

ages, blood-thinners present the only known complication, so heart patients should consult their doctors. “This is like the relationship of vitamin D from sunlight,” concludes Gallagher. “We are receiving something that is integral to our design, part of our nature. Earthing isn’t an intellectual concept; it’s a necessity of life.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health, medicine and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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Cherished Family Members Solutions for Pass-Around Pets by Rebecca Ryan

Animal companions provide entertainment, comfort and unconditional acceptance and become part of the family. When major changes affect the lives of owners, they also affect pets. What happens to them when family dynamics shift?

hen Kaitlin Crocker arrived in North Grafton, Massachusetts, at Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006, she met up with another new arrival, a 3-year-old beagle named Daisy. Usually such dogs are acquired from research facilities so that students can perform physical health exams and work to socialize them. Crocker notes, “Daisy might never have been outside before; she was afraid of the door, the steps and big dogs. I was glad to see that once her nose took over, she decided a walk was kind of fun.”

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Tufts dogs are typically available for adoption afterward, and Daisy moved in with Crocker’s parents, until Crocker finished school. “Daisy got along well with our family dog, Hawk. She adjusted to home life, especially after we added lights in the back yard, because she was afraid of the dark,” recalls her mother. After graduation, the newly minted veterinarian married and found a house with a nice yard for Daisy. The dog’s only apparent problem so far has been with a hissing feline called Gracie, whom Daisy has decided to ignore. Daisy’s next adjustment will

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be the arrival of a human baby; one of Crocker’s girlfriends is aiding the preparation by bringing her baby to visit, so Daisy can learn about bottles, diapers and crying infants. After Jessica Albon’s apartment building was sold, she and her Labrador retriever, Izzy, relocated to a 300-square-foot apartment on her parent’s property, with shared kitchen facilities. “It caused some friction,” admits this Winston-Salem website designer and owner of Thrive Your Tribe. “Two-year-old Izzy was full of energy, and our ideas of training differed.” Albon couldn’t find an apartment willing to take a large pet, so her answer was to buy a house. Business travel from New York also takes Steven Rice, a vice president at public relations firm Harrison & Shriftman, away from his rescue dog, Samantha. Then, “My parents get the fun of having a dog around without the fulltime commitment,” says Rice, “while Samantha enjoys the change from a city apartment to a large backyard.” The dog has favorite toys, her regular food and her own bed nearby, so she feels right at home. In the case of divorce, courts routinely treat pets as property, rather than family, although attitudes are changing as judges recognize the emotional attachment of both parties. Attorneys encourage couples to decide where the pet will live. “During our divorce, the issue of who would get custody of our beagle almost took us by surprise,” says David Bakke, the Atlanta-based online editor of Money Crashers Personal Finance, headquartered in Chicago. “We were so involved in the issues of child custody, alimony and child support that we didn’t discuss Rocky until late in the process.” “My wife got primary custody of our children. We decided it would be in the best interests of both our dog and our kids that they live together,” Bakke

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says. “When they visit me, they bring Rocky with them. I miss him, but I also know this is best for everyone else.” When children are not an issue, pets can become a primary concern in divorces. “We never had children and our Yorkshire terrier, Clover, became our substitute,” says Courtney Karem, marketing director at the Bougainvillea Clinique, in Winter Park, Florida. “My ex-husband eventually moved a few hours away, but we arrange for him to see Clover, who lives with me.” In acrimonious divorce cases, matrimonial Attorney Rachel Weisman, founder of Weisman Law Group, in New York City, has dealt with pet ownership. There have been occasions where a spouse denies rightful visitation before custody is determined or even gives the pet away without consensual agreement. If there is a possibility of abuse, a protective order for the animal can be obtained, advises Weisman. The core question is what is the key to the pet’s health and happiness? Times of change are stressful for all concerned, but can be made easier for pets by keeping their interests in mind, just as one would with beloved children.

Helpful Tips for Shared Custody 4 Visit the new location together. Give the pet sufficient time to explore and become comfortable. 4 Pack a doggie suitcase with familiar items, including food, leash, bedding, favorite chew and other toys, yummy treats and an item of unwashed clothing with the owner’s scent on it. 4 Provide written instructions about feeding, activities, likes, dislikes and any fears, plus the current family schedule, especially if a former spouse has a new partner. 4

Stick to the pet’s regular daily routines as much as possible. Source: Linda Michaels, dog psychologist and owner of Wholistic Dog Training, in San Diego, CA

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Pet Pain Management and Rehabilitation by Joyce Balnaves, DVM

eterinary rehabilitation and pain management professionals see many cases in which pain management and rehabilitation can be extremely helpful. Post-operative pain (orthopedic or soft tissue), osteoarthritis (caused by hip dysplasia or

elbow dysplasia), intervertebral disc disease, and cancer pain are a few of these cases. Pain management should be a top priority in rehabilitation because it makes therapy easier and more comfortable for the pet. Since the 1980s, pain management in veterinary medicine has become more routine. Pets heal more quickly when pain is controlled. Pain can cause the release of stress hormones that may lead to poor wound healing or cause the afflicted animals to become restless and to lick, chew or bite their incisions. Chronic pain can take a toll on a pet’s body in a number of ways, including depression, excess release of the stress hormone cortisol, reduced immune system function, aggressive

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behavior, inappropriate elimination indoors (or in the case of cats, outside of their litter boxes), loss of appetite and weight gain due to inactivity. Pets in pain can become a challenge for pet owners that often must carry them because they cannot move on their own. Osteoarthritis is a very common form of pain treated with veterinary rehabilitation. As with arthritis therapy for humans, treatment of the arthritic pet aims to maintain joint range of motion and improve muscle strength without causing pain or stressing the joints. In addition, pain management is important prior to beginning an exercise program. Pain management therapies often work in

conjunction with, and decrease the need for, pain medications. This is particularly important if the pet has a secondary condition for which pharmaceuticals may be contraindicated. Range of motion is important

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because if the joint is restricted and cannot function normally, an abnormal amount of stress will be placed on the cartilage and ligaments. Gentle repetitive movements of a joint increase the flow of the fluid that lubricates it and reduces irritation. Muscular strength is crucial for joint stability and normal function because weak muscles supporting the joint allow result in extra stress on the joint and ligaments, resulting in further damage. The trick is to exercise the muscles without causing increased pain or overly stressing the joint.

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For arthritic pets, rehabilitation begins with a comprehensive evaluation. This includes discussing the pet’s level of function, strength, range of motion, pain level and the guardian’s goals. Once a treatment protocol has been established, the guardian receives instructions for in-home exercises, massage and stretches appropriate for that pet’s needs. Hydrotherapy has dual benefits of pain management and rehabilitation. The buoyancy helps support the pets’ body weight so they can move with more ease. This decreases weight bearing on painful areas so they can work out more effectively. The warm temperature of the water improves circulation and eases pain. Through building strength and improving joint range of motion, hydrotherapy aids in pain management. Pet guardians report that pets become more active, playful and mobile after

hydrotherapy—all signs of improved quality of life. Massage therapy is an approach that relaxes muscles and release trigger points, thereby reducing the pet’s pain. Many orthopedic conditions force muscles and joints to overcompensate for a weak area of the body, resulting in painful muscle spasms and trigger points (knots in the muscles). Therapeutic exercise is a type of treatment that can be compared to physical therapy with humans. It comprises comfortable range of motion, muscle development and strengthening exercise that improve performance of daily activities, increase confidence and reduce pain and lameness. Effectively used for centuries for pain management, acupuncture therapeutically employs the insertion of very fine needles at specific points

on the body. This causes the release of endorphins, the body’s pain relieving chemicals, and causes a modulation of the nervous system.

Other therapies include NMES

(neuromuscular electrical stimulation) and PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field). NMES is performed by sending low-voltage electrical impulses through electrodes on the skin to help reduce muscle spasms and reduce pain. PEMF also helps to reduce pain and improve circulation. The newest type of treatment available employs a Class IV therapeutic laser to apply light energy in a way that decreases pain and inflammation and speeds wound healing. In Allen Park, Michigan, Water Gait Veterinary Rehabilitation works with each pet and guardian to design a treatment protocol, incorporating any, or

all, of these therapies to meet the unique needs of that pet. Dr. Joyce A. Balnaves is the owner of Water Gait Veterinary Rehabilitation, located at 15220 Southfield Road, in Allen Park, Michigan, and also practices at Michigan Veterinary Specialists 29080 Inkster Road, in Southfield. She graduated with honors from Michigan State University as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and was certified in veterinary medical acupuncture (CVMA) by Colorado State University Veterinary College. She received her canine rehabilitation therapist certification (CCRT) from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute. For more information, call 313-422-3318, email DrJoyce@ WaterGaitVetRehab.com or visit WaterGaitVetRehab.com.

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Come Back to Your Senses A Childlike Spirit Shows the Way by Clint Kelly

hildren know that the wonders of creation may be comprehended through the five senses; for what are the senses really, but five portals, or ways, of knowing? Watching any group of children for a time brings a distinct sense that they are closer to understanding all that the senses have to teach us. They don’t just smell a flower; they inhale it. An ant is best

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wisewords Chapter Four The First Wishes Fulfilled Foundation: Using Your Imagination “Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” — Albert Einstein The following excerpt is taken from the book Wishes Fulfilled by Dr. Wayne Dyer. It is published by Hay House (Available Mar. 1, 2012) and available at all bookstores or online at: www. hayhouse.com.

hile walking down a crowded street in London many years ago, I noticed a window display devoted to the English poet William Blake. There was a quotation on a sign in the window that I read over and over. The words seemed to touch my soul, and I was

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misplaced, appeared. As I grabbed the ten-year-old envelope, I pondered for a moment how Divine synchronicity is always working, moving the pieces around while our ego believes we are in charge. Here I was, ready to begin writing a chapter on how to use your imagination, and today of all days, these scribbles reappeared after a decade of being “lost.” How could I ignore this synchronicity? So I share these words with you from my spiritual mentor back in the 18th century: “The tree which moves some to tears of joy is in the eyes of others only a Green thing that stands in the way. Some see Nature all Ridicule and Deformity. . . . and some scarce see Nature at all. But to the eyes of the Man of Imagination, Nature is Imagination itself.” The greatest gift you were ever given was the gift of your imagination. Within your magical inner realm is the capacity to have all of your wishes fulfilled. Here in your imagination lies the greatest power you will ever know. It is your domain for creating the life that you desire, and the best part of it is that you are the monarch with all of the inherent powers to rule your world as you desire. The essence of this great gift is found within another observation made by William Blake, the intuitive poet who lived at the time of the American Revolution. Writing in The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, he made this wry comment that is the great secret for living a life of creative manifestation: “What is now proved was once only imagin’d.” Allow yourself to contemplate this. As this one line of great wisdom sinks into your consciousness, your imagination will then begin to take over. Look around you. Everything that you can experience with your senses was once in someone’s imagination. This is the great truth that you must come to realize for yourself. In order for something to get into this world where things exist and are proved, as Blake says, they must first be placed firmly into your imagination. Without your

imagination as the reason for future creations, the process of creativity is halted. You have this great power within you. It is a power that is virtually unlimited, and it has been given to you as your birthright. Before putting this gift to work, it is crucial for you to know that virtually all spiritual teachings have spoken of the power that Blake comments on in that insightful sentence, “What is now proved was once only imagin’d.” In the year that I spent researching and living the Tao for my book Change Your Thoughts—Change Your Life, this truth jumped out at me in the lines of the 40th verse of the Tao Te Ching. “Being is born of nonbeing” was Lao-tzu’s observation 2,500 years ago. The visible world of being originates in nonbeing. Some 500 years later Jesus would tell his followers, “It is the Spirit who gives life” (John 6:63). I could go on through all of the great spiritual traditions and offer you quote upon quote that states that it is in the invisible formless realm

that the originating spark of life begins. Today, the world of quantum physics confirms that the universe is made of formless (spirit) energy, and that particles (that is, things) do not originate from particles (things). Everything springs from something that is akin to your imagination. You can’t touch, taste, see, hear, or smell it. It has no boundaries. You can’t prove it with mathematical formulas or scientific verification. Yet we all know that it exists. These invisible thoughts that you have—these ideas that continue to percolate within you, these fanciful images that are always with

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SOCCER’S A KICK FOR FAMILY FITNESS Summer Olympics Highlights the Excitement by Randy Kambic

In many other countries, soccer is known as football, or even “the beautiful game,” because the grace and style of play is often considered as important as the final score. While less popular than other professional sports in this country, soccer’s suitability and benefits for today’s children have spawned its own American subculture.

ith the 2012 Summer Olympic Games underway from July 27 through August 12, in London, many soccer moms and dads will be watching live or recorded matches with their children gathered around the TV. Among the 28 national male and female teams competing internationally, the U.S. women’s team brings special excitement as the defending Olympic champions in their division. Their shared enthusiasm is sure

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to inspire some family soccer ball kickaround action in the yard or a local park. Soccer is an ideal physical outlet for boys and girls because it’s considerably less violent than football; provides a great cardio workout; builds thought processes in employing strategies; instills teamwork, camaraderie and sportsmanship; and can facilitate meeting youngsters of various backgrounds. It also provides an easy and enjoyable way for parents to get some exercise while bonding with their children. US Youth Soccer, as part of the U.S. Soccer Federation, the

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national governing body, involves 3 million-plus youngsters ages 5 through 19 in soccer leagues, camps and local programs annually. Its yearly Youth Soccer Month, in September, will feature many community events, tips and discussions. Susan Boyd, of Mequon, Wisconsin, spent 15 years taking two of her sons to and from practices and matches from junior games all the way through high school teams. “Every time they play is a highlight for me,” she says. “Win, lose or draw, they have such a passion for the game. You all get caught up in the power of the play and the magic of the moment.” A part-time writing instructor at Carroll University, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Boyd has been posting weekly parental advice blogs on USYouthSoccer.org for four years. One suggests that if field conditions are damp, parents should bring gallon-size baggies to protect the car’s floor from the mud of soccer shoes, plus a change of clothes for the players. In another, she asks parents “not to be snooty or pompous” if their child’s team is better than the opposition and to “have more patience with referees that don’t meet your standard of perfection in calls.” Because soccer calls for nearconstant movement—running with or toward the ball or walking into a better position on the field—it’s an effective antidote to childhood obesity. The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition (Fitness.gov) suggests that children get one hour or more a day in either moderate or vigorous aerobic

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doubled since 1990, to more than 4 million players. ~U.S. Soccer Federation physical activity. For adults, the recommendation is at least 30 minutes of physical activity a day, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity. Playing or practicing soccer skills definitely meets the criteria. Last year, the American Academy of Pediatrics Association (HealthyChildren. org) cited soccer as a way for children to be physically active while they learn teamwork and sportsmanship. It also noted that the most common player injuries are minor sprains and strains, followed by bruises. Boyd advises, “Most of these require rest, ice, compression and elevation for the injured area, and a week away from the sport. Don’t rush children back onto the field; think longterm.” Current and longtime U.S. national Olympic team member Christie Rampone, of Point Pleasant, New Jersey, notes that because soccer doesn’t involve the hands, “Youngsters get used to using other, different muscle groups, allowing for optimal strength and coordination.” She suggests that parents have children also note some non-action elements of the sport, such as the communication occurring on the soccer field. Even when people in the stands are loudly shouting encouragement, players are talking with each other and using body language to enhance their team play. “Point out to kids the positive emotions and energy expressed when things don’t go well. Even though the game can be frustrating at times, learn from how the players stay poised and focused throughout the match.” For more information, also visit USSoccer.com and nbcOlympics.com. Randy Kambic, who played soccer in school, is a freelance writer and editor in Estero, FL, and a copyeditor for Natural Awakenings.

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e all want to live in a home that makes us feel good when we walk through the door every evening. However, most people are missing either the eye for interior design or the knowledge of how to achieve the end product they want. However, these same people frequently think they cannot afford a designer. Many regret it later when they are so unhappy with the results that they must spend more money redoing things or try to live with something they hate. An interior designer saves the client time and frustration by planning the design correctly from the start. She arranges the space according to the client’s desired functions and needs and reviews the ideas with the architect, builder and client. She is trained in selecting and specifying interior and exterior treatments and finishes for floors, walls and ceilings that are coordinated according to

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according to their specific purposes are other areas where designers make a sizeable difference. Interior designers can advise where to buy accessories— from artwork to window treatments—to complete a look. The cost of two or three hours of a designer’s time is money well spent if it prevents you from having to repaint a room or pay a restocking fee on a dresser that won’t fit up the stairs, and especially if it

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frees you from being paralyzed by indecision. Some people already have great furniture and accent pieces, but something seems to be missing— their home does not feel complete or pulled together. A designer can take all of your great stuff and magically transform it just by rearranging things. There are many tips that designers employ to make a room look just right. For example, the optimum height for a picture, with nothing below it, is five feet from the floor to the middle of the artwork. Knowing simple tips like this can add the professional polish to the home décor. Judy Latcha, the founder & president of Latcha Design Group LLC since 1994, graduated from Wayne State University with a BS in Liberal Arts and a major in interior design and fashion/ merchandising. Judy and her team’s projects range from one person’s decision on choosing colors to large residential or commercial addition design & furnishings.

Three Ways to Work with an Interior Designer on a Budget Here are several suggestions and considerations for maintaining a budget while working with a professional designer. 1. Use the free design advice at retail stores. Many large furniture stores have in-house designers who stand ready to assist customers with their decorating dilemmas. Though the advice is free, the designers may be on commission for each item they sell. Thus, they may come up with a plan that includes their products, which means the buyer may end up feeling obligated to buy, which could mean that the buyer may actually pay a high price for the help. 2. Hire an interior designer by the hour. Do you need just a few ideas, color guidance or help arranging furniture? A designer can come into your home and listen to your needs and desires and then leave you with ideas, sketches and color swatches. Call local design firms to find one with designers who work on an hourly basis. Get the most from your money by writing out questions and a list of your top priorities for a room.

3. Visit a design center near you. Residents of major cities across the U.S. (Los Angeles, Chicago and others) have ready access to large design centers normally available to the trade only. This means that only registered buyers and designers have access to the resources. However, many of these centers offer designers on call that can use these exclusive resources on their behalf. For Natural Awakenings readers only, Latcha Design Group is offering â&#x20AC;&#x153;Super Special with the Design Doctor.â&#x20AC;? For a $100 pre-purchase (in the form of a gift certificate), purchaser receives three hours of design time, a $225 value if purchased by August 15 and scheduled for completion by the end of October. For more information, call 313-410-0600 or visit www.LatchaDesign.com.

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AUGUST 1 Wheelhouse Fitness Works Night Bike Ride 6-8pm. We aim to pedal 15 mph, up to 20 miles - Free, fast and fun. Wheelhouse Detroit, 1340 E Atwater, Detroit. WheelhouseDetroit.com, 313656-2453. Teen Program: Haunted Campfire - 6:308:30pm. The Teen Summer Reading Program will have some spooky snacks and scary storytelling in the dark of the Youth Program Room. Flashlights welcome! Caroline Kennedy Library, 24590 George St, Dearborn Heights. dhcl.MichLibrary.org, 313-791-3800.

AUGUST 2 Choffy Brewed Chocolate Tasting - 9:30am12pm. Also Aug. 9th & 16th. Sample Choffy brewed chocolate! 100% organic cacao beans roasted and ground to create a rich drink that provides longlasting energy and whole-body wellness. Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734-246-1208. Meditation & Markers - 6:30-7:30pm. Fun filled children’s guided imagery/meditation/ drawing to relax minds, increase creative energy, and thought patterns. Inspire your children to what is beyond the normal classroom environment. $12, discount for siblings. BodyWorks Healing Center, 819 Mill St, Plymouth. BodyWorksHealingCenter.com, 734-416-5200. Music on the Plaza – 7pm. Come enjoy an evening of music, fun & food. Bring your own chair. Detroit Jazz All Stars featuring Johnny Trudell & Jim Wyse. Free. Grosse Pointe Village, 17101 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe. TheVillageGP.com, 313-881-1381.

AUGUST 3 Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic for Pets - 4:308pm. Protect your pets from illness even in this economy! Top quality vaccines and heartworm meds for dogs and cats at low prices. Tiny Paws Pet Grooming, 13498 Dix Rd, Southgate. BasilsBuddies.org, 734-926-1098.

How I cured My Diabetes in 30 Days - 6-8pm. Learn the correct method of preparation of raw food diets/vitamin & mineral therapy, lymphatic massage & how you can be free of diabetes in 30 days. Free. Dr. William N. Brown, 31224 Mulfordton, Ste #120, Farmington Hills. TheTouchThatHeals.com, 248-416-3313. Dave The Raw Food Trucker National Tour - 6-9pm. Learn how he overcame obesity, diabetes, cancer, heart disease & kidney disease - all without chemo, radiation, insulin or other traditional medical treatments. Q & A & tips on how to transform your own life. $15 at the door. Cash/Check/Visa/MC. 8075 Riverside Rd, Brooklyn. DaveConrardy.com, 517-592-5682. First Fridays - Best of Detroit Music – 10pm1am. Come join us every first Friday as we celebrate the best of Detroit music. Friday shows will include LIVE performances, Live DJ sets and music videos from some of your favorite Detroit artists. Drink Specials. We stream live at DetroitMusicTV.com and UDetroit.com. $5. UDetroit Cafe, 1427 Randolph, Detroit. Nadir@ distortedsoul.com.

AUGUST 4 EAST meets WEST Wholistic Fair - 8am6pm. Free. Bert’s Warehouse – Eastern Market, 2739 Russell St, Detroit. SanKofaLife.net, drkeefa@gmail.com, 313-366-5250.

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Nutrition Boot Camp by Life Balance - 10-11am. You will learn about: primary foods vs secondary foods; sugar and cravings; eating for your blood type; Ayurvedic body types; great grains and glorious greens; exercise. Every Sat (8/4 - 9/8) $60. To reserve your spot please call 734-250-0613 or register online KarenMikhail.com. Space is limited! Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734246-1208.

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Wheat-Gluten-Dairy-Soy-Sugar-Free Healthy Cooking Class - 1-4pm. Makeand-Take healthy cooking class, food supplied and organic. All students will make entire meal (chop, season, cook) 6 entrees, 5 sauces, 2 drinks, and 1 dessert. Bring containers to take meals home. 10 participants so please RSVP. $85. Healthy Cooking Coach, 1132 Lakepointe, Grosse Pointe Park. HealthyCookingCoach.org, 734-972-8775. Dave The Raw Food Trucker National Tour - 6-9pm. Learn how he overcame obesity, diabetes, cancer, heart disease & kidney disease - all without chemo, radiation, insulin or other traditional medical treatments. Q & A & tips on how to transform your own life. DaveConrardy. com. $15 at the door. Cash/Check/Visa/MC. 4501 Stonemeadow Ct, Ann Arbor. 734-645-3217.

AUGUST 5 Dave The Raw Food Trucker National Tour - 2-5pm. Learn how he overcame obesity, diabetes, cancer, heart disease & kidney disease - all without chemo, radiation, insulin or other traditional medical treatments. Q & A & tips on how to transform your own life. $15, You must pre-register for tickets. No walk-ins/ private entry. You can also watch LIVE stream via the web from the comfort of your home! Heal Yourself Institute, 100 W 5th St, Royal Oak. DaveTheRawFoodTruckerDetroit2012. eventbrite.com, 248-497-4189.

AUGUST 7 Total Health Foods - Double Punch Day - Get more bang for your buck with double punch day! Get to your rewards faster! Stop in and save! Get double punch rewards when you spend over $25. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734-246-1208.

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AUGUST 9 Chakra & Energy Balancing - 7-8:15pm. Come have fun with energy and join MJ Potter, Reiki Master, for this informative evening. Learn about Chakras and how you can balance them. Let the energy flow to heal mind, body, and spirit. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd Ste #109, Canton. CantonCenterChiropractic.com, Register 734-455-6767.

AUGUST 10 Friday Nites in the Park - 6:30-9pm. Cleary Quartet – Jazz. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on the grass. Free. Muirhead Plaza, 22100 Michigan Ave, Dearborn. DearbornWestOnline. com, 313-943-2180. Inclement weather concert location, Henry Ford Centennial Library auditorium, 16301 Michigan Ave.

AUGUST 11 Pet Fest! Pet Adoptions & Microchipping - 10am-6pm. Also Aug 12th. Featuring pet adoptions, shopping, artisans, trainers, pet health professionals and more! Pet-themed merchandise and crafts for sale. Microchipping $25. If you adopt a pet that day, you will get $5 off microchipping. Nail trims $5. AnnArborPetFest.com. Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, Ann Arbor. BasilsBuddies.org, 734-926-1098. Heidelberg Project - Detroit’s Got Talent - 12-8pm. Local musicians, visual artists, culinary artists, & stage performers, from rock to soul, will entertain family and friends. Visual art displays and live cooking expos. Featuring local, fine dining food serving it up curb-side all day long. Children’s Corner, open 12-5pm! Story telling by Ivory Williams, arts and crafts activities, face painting, and exciting presentations by Detroit Academy of Kinesthetic Arts. Free. The Heidelberg Project, 3600 Heidelberg St, Detroit. Facebook.com/ events/404139679638164, 313-974-6894.

AUGUST 12 Lots of Lovely Lotus - 2pm. Join an interpreter for a walk out to the American lotus bed for a breath taking view of one of Michigan’s most spectacular plants and learn about their deep roots into human culture. Preregistration required. $3 per person. Lake Erie Metropark/ Marshlands Museum/NatureCenter, 32481 W Jefferson, Brownstown. Metroparks.com, 734379-5020.

AUGUST 13 Essential Exercises - 1-3pm. Learn the six most essential exercises that may help you improve your strength, balance, and overall energy! For all ages and fitness levels. Free. Karl Wellness Center & Chiropractic Clinic, PC, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. KarlWellnessCenter. com, 734-425-8220. Pressure Point Therapy & Stress Reduction - 1-3pm. Demonstration of the benefits of pressure point therapy and the most practical

ways of reducing stress. Bring a partner to obtain the most benefit. Free. Karl Wellness Center & Chiropractic Clinic, PC, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. KarlWellnessCenter. com, Register 734-425-8220.

Carriage & trolley rides. Special Gift at Total Health Foods while supplies last. Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. Wyandotte.net/ArtsCulture/ThirdFridayEvents. asp, 734-246-1208.

IBS - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - 6-7:30pm. Come learn about IBS and how you can help alleviate your symptoms! Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734-246-1208.

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Tummy Trouble - 7-9pm. Presented by Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, BS, DC, ND. Holistic Physician, Clinical Nutritionist. Acid Reflux, hiatal hernias, ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, colitis and crohn’s disease are digestive issues learn about natural means of improving or even correcting these problems. Limited to the first 15 guests. Reservations required. Alfred Noble Library, 32901 Plymouth Rd, Livonia. 734-756-6904.

AUGUST 14 Youngevity meeting - 7-8pm. Come learn about Youngevity! See what the hype is all about! Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734-2461208.

AUGUST 15 Detroit Rotary Mtg – Topic: Recycle Here! Detroit - 11:50am-1:30pm. The Detroit Rotary noon club meets each Wednesday at the Detroit Athletic Club for lunch, and a speaker. The meetings last about 1 1/2 hrs and there is time for fellowship before and after the meetings. This week’s speaker is: Rachel Klegon from Green Living Science at Recycle Here! Detroit. Topic is: Communities Committed to a Healthy Environment. Lunch $20. Rotary Club of Detroit, The Detroit Athletic Club (proper business attire required), 241 Madison Ave, Detroit. DetroitRotary.org, John@John-Prost. com, 586-774-6400. Thermography – 6-7pm. Come hear about thermography and how it can benefit you! Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734-2461208. Wheelhouse Fitness Works Night Bike Ride - 6-8pm. We aim to pedal 15 mph and up to 20 miles. Free, fast and fun! Wheelhouse Detroit, 1340 E Atwater, Detroit. WheelhouseDetroit. com, 313-656-2453.

AUGUST 16 How to Get Your Thyroid Functioning - 6:307:30pm. Stop running with the herd and learn the best strategies to get your life back on track. Learn the safest, most effective solutions for your body. Free. Dr. William Civello, 34441 8 Mile Rd, Ste 116, Livonia. DrCivello.com, RSVP 734-525-9588.

AUGUST 17 Wine Crawl in Downtown Wyandotte - 5:309pm. $20 a glass (p.u. at the clock tower) then wine taste around downtown local businesses.

Yoga Fest – 3-day event thru Aug 19th. Raising the Collective Consciousness on 800 acres in the Pidgeon River Forest. Featuring live music, yoga classes, workshops, great food, kids activities, speakers, meditation, drum circles, and much more. Unique vendors supporting earth friendly alternatives, organic food sources, and personal health and awareness. All are welcome. $30/car (early registration); $40/car; $20/camping tent. Song Of The Morning, 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt. (one exit N of Gaylord), SongOfTheMorning.org, 989-983-4107. The Four Horseman Opening at River’s Edge Gallery - This is a must see! Art by: Jeremy Hansan, Amy Schenier, The Late Jim Slack, and Ryan Weiss. Free. River’s Edge Gallery, 3024 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. ArtAtTheEdge.com, 734-246-9880.

AUGUST 18 Open House-Meet & Greet – 11am-3pm. Enjoy complimentary mini-sessions for muscle testing, reiki, massage, reflexology, far infrared Bio-Mat, and bio-communication for essential oils. Bring a friend! Free. Dr. Robert Potter, D.C., Canton Center Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N. Canton Center Rd. Suite 109, Canton. CantonCenterChiropractic.com, Register 734455-6767.

AUGUST 21 Balance Your Hormones Naturally – 7-9pm. Learn from a women who has been there. Dr Carol Ann Fischer, BS, DC, ND. presents a holistic approach to balancing your hormones naturally. Free. Limited to 15 guests Reservations required. Whole Foods, Market, 7530 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield. 734756-6904

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Thermography Scans – 4-8pm. Get your thermography scan! $135. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, Call for appt. 734246-1208.

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August 2012

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All Calendar events must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publication, and adhere to our guidelines. Please visit HealthyLivingDetroit. com for guidelines and to submit entries.

AUGUST 23 The Truth About Coconut Oil – 7-9pm. Learn about the benefits of this unique tropical oil that has kept South Sea Island peoples amazingly healthy for hundreds of years, and why it’s controversial. Free. Livonia Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd., Livonia. KarlWellnessCenter.com, KarlWellnessCenter@gmail.com, 734-4258588. Clearly Crystals - 7:15-8:30pm. Informative and interactive evening of working with crystals. Learn about care of crystals, the energy of crystals and the use in healing. Focus will be on the crystals for chakras. Free. MJ Potter, Reiki Master, Canton Center Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N. Canton Center Rd. Suite 109, Canton. CantonCenterChiropractic.com, Register 734-455-6767.

AUGUST 24 Friday Nites in the Park - 6:30-9pm. Beat Club - Beatles Tribute Band. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on the grass. Free. Muirhead Plaza, 22100 Michigan Ave, Dearborn. DearbornWestOnline.com, 313-943-2180. Inclement weather concert location, Henry Ford Centennial Library auditorium, 16301 Michigan Ave.

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Flicks on Bricks – 9pm. Showing the movie Yogi Bear. Bring your own lawn chairs/ blankets. Purchase refreshments, or bring your own. Alcohol and pets are not permitted. Free. Wyandotte Farmers Market Lot, corner of Elm & First Sts, Wyandotte. 734-324-4502.

AUGUST 25 20th anniversary event at Coventry Creations – 11am-9pm. Celebrating 20 years in business with a ribbon cutting ceremony, workshops & a

candle making craft table (for a fee), shopping & karaoke at night. Treat Dreams of Ferndale will be there selling specially created ice cream. $15-20 per workshop. Coventry Creations, 2355 Wolcott, Ferndale. CoventryCreations. com, 248-545-8360. Thinking About Osprey - 2pm. Ospreys, those eagle-sized, fish-eating birds, are making a big comeback in southeast Michigan. There are multiple nesting pairs in the region. Let’s discover some of their lifeways and perhaps pick up a few fishing tips while you are at it. Preregistration required. $3 per person. Lake Erie Metropark/Marshlands Museum/NatureCenter, 32481 W Jefferson, Brownstown. Metroparks. com, 734-379-5020. Pet Adoptions – 3-5pm. Basil’s Buddies has many available cats and kittens waiting for their fur-ever homes! PetSmart Woodhaven, 23470 Allen Rd, Woodhaven. BasilsBuddies.org, 734926-1098.

AUGUST 29 Anti-Aging Secrets – 7-9pm. Learn how to take action in the length and quality of your life. Diet, exercise, supplements, sleep, and water intake all play a vital role in your aging process. Presented by Dr. Carol A. Fischer, BS, DC, ND, Free - Limited to 15 guests. Reservations required. Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd 3rd Floor, Livonia. 734-756-6904.

AUGUST 31 Fifth Friday in Downtown Wyandotte – 5-9pm. Stop by Total Health Foods for Fifth Friday! Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, Wyandotte.net/ArtsCulture/ThirdFridayEvents. asp, 734-246-1208.

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Lincoln Park Farmers Market - 11am-4pm. Urban farmers market with farmers/growers, crafts vendors and specialty food vendors thru Oct 28th w/special Nov 18th holiday mkt. Southfield Rd Municipal Parking Lot, between I-75 & Fort St, Lincoln Park, 734-775-2267. Yin (restorative) Yoga – 7-8pm. $14 walk in. Livonia Yoga Ctr, 19219 Merriman Rd, Livonia. LivoniaYogaCenter.com, 248-449-9642.

Basic Hatha Yoga - 8-9am. All levels $10. W Dearborn. EmbracingTheLotus.com. Lisa Phelps. kiyoda1@me.com, 313-410-3147. Gentle Flow – 11:30am-12:30pm. Serene, restorative practice. All levels. Yoga Shelter, 17000 Kercheval Ave, 2nd floor, Grosse Pte. YogaShelter.com, 313-884-YOGA. SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 12pm. (2nd & 4th Mondays) Free to chamber members, one business per industry. Non-members can visit 2 mtgs free. Famous Dave’s, 23800 Eureka Rd, Taylor. Suzan, SMaxey22@comcast.net 734-287-3699. Lunch Yoga – 12-1pm. Donation. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. info@y4peace. org 734-282-9642.

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Kids Yoga – 4:45-5:30pm. Students ages 5 to 12 will gain focus, confidence, and body awareness while having fun with new friends, $8 per child. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313-292-9642. Yogalates – 6pm. This class combines the benefits of both Yoga and Pilates. Increase your flexibility, balance and core strength. $10 Vixen Fitness, 1347 E Fisher Fwy, Detroit. VixenFitness.com, 866-900-9797. Yoga – 6-7pm. De-stress, relax, rejuvenate! $10. The Sanctuary, Chiropractic & Wellness Spa, 35275 Plymouth Rd, Livonia. Katie 248880-3755. Healthy Backs Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Call for details. Embracing the Lotus Yoga Sanctuary, Dearborn. OneSpaceConnected. com/EmbracingtheLotus.htm, kiyoda1@me.com 313-410-3147. Nia Technique – 7-8pm. All ages & fitness levels. $6. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. 734-455-6767. ZEN Box Rockz - 7:15-8pm. Also meets on Thurs. Rock those abs, blast those thighs & crank off the hips all while you develop your strikes & kicks! (WARNING - may cause weight loss and extreme toning). 45 intense minutes - only $5. World of Pole Fitness & Dance, 32669 Warren, Ste 6, Garden City. WorldofPole.com, 734-306-0909.

SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. Free to chamber members, one business per industry. Non-members can visit two meetings free. Children with Hairloss, 12776 S Dixie Hwy, Rockwood. Rick Williams, 734-626-7778. Tai Chi Class - 9-10am. Gain health and wellness, taught by AmenRa Menelik Jihunti, wear comfortable clothing, shoes aren’t permitted beyond the front door, please arrive On Time! Drop-in fee $10/class. SanKofa House, 658 Goldengate St, Detroit. SanKofaHouse.net, 313-366-5250. Gentle Yoga – 9-10:15am. Suitable for all levels. $14. TaylorYoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313-292-9642. Classic Nia – 5:30-6:30pm. All levels. $13. Body and Mind Fitness, 239 E Nine Mile Rd, 1 block E of Woodward, Ferndale. NiaBethSchedule. BlogSpot.com Beginners Pilates – 6pm. Guardian Martial Arts & Fitness, 30942 Ford Rd, Garden City. GuardianMartialArts.com, 734-266-0565. Yoga - Basic Hatha – 6-7pm. Call for details. $10. Embracing the Lotus Yoga Sanctuary, Dearborn. Lisa Phelps, kiyoda1@me.com 313-410-3147. Qi Gong and Yoga for Real Bodies and Yoga Nidra – 6-7:15pm. Qi Gong is ancient Chinese exercise. No exp needed, provides stress relief and focus. Donation. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org, 734282-9642.

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ongoingcalendar All Calendar events must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publication, and adhere to our guidelines. Visit HealthyLivingDetroit.com for calendar guidelines and to submit ongoing events. All levels are welcome. $14. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, CourtneyConover@yahoo.com. Swim with your Puppy – 1-4pm. For all breeds younger than 2 yrs old. Pool 4ft deep and heated to 90 degrees. Private sessions, so RSVP required. $13. Me & My Shadow, 29855 Ford Rd, Garden City. MeAndMyShadowLLC.com, 734-525-9500. Yoga Classes - 5-6pm. Enjoy health and wellness through a yoga class with Mehmuna-Michelle Jackson, wear comfortable clothing, shoes aren’t permitted beyond the front door, please arrive On Time! Drop-in fee $10/class. SanKofa House, 658 Goldengate St, Detroit. SanKofaHouse.net, 313-366-5250. Community Share Dinner & Activities – 6:30-8pm. Join us for a delicious catered meal, followed by contemporary worship, Bible study, classes, music, cards, and crafts. Please sign up for dinner each week. Suggested cost is $6 per adult, $4 for 4-14, 3 and under free. This catered, full meal is “pay-what-you-can”. Allen Park Presbyterian Church, 7101 Park Ave, Allen Park. AllenParkChurch.org, 313-383-0100. Jazz On The Ave - 7-9pm. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and stake out a good spot for great music in the Park. 8/1 Phil Denny - saxophonist & Nate Harasim - keyboards/producer, 8/8 Tim Bowman – guitarist, 8/15 Alexander Zonjic’s All-Star Jam Showcasing several neighborhood restaurants selling food @ booths in the Park and plenty of nearby restaurants will also be open too, so grab yourself some tasty carry-out and make it a picnic dinner before the show! Free. Dearborn City Hall Park, 13615 Michigan Ave, Dearborn. EastDowntownDearborn.com, 313-943-3141.

SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. Free to chamber members, one business per industry. Non-members can visit two mtgs free. Comfort Inn & Suites, 17600 Dix Rd, Melvindale. Mark Slagle, 734-671-5888. Chakra Yoga at Taylor Yoga – 11am-12pm. One-hr vinyasa yoga class led by certified yoga instructor Courtney Conover. Experience a practice that’s designed to help balance chakras, includes both standing and seated yoga postures.

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Wyandotte Farmers Market - 12-7pm. Join Total Health Foods at the Wyandotte Farmers Market! thru Oct 18. WyandotteFarmersMarket. com. Wyandotte Farmers Market, First and Elm, Wyandotte. 734-246-1208. Tai Chi – 6-7pm. $5. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. 734-455-6767. Budokon Flow – 6:15-7:15pm. Experience movements that fuse the yogic, martial & living arts. 1st wk free. Practice Yoga, 20792 Mack Ave, Grosse Pte Wds. Practice-Yoga.net, 313881-2874. Tai Chi Classes - 7:15-8:15pm. Gain health and wellness, taught by AmenRa Menelik Jihunti, wear comfortable clothing, shoes aren’t permitted beyond the front door, please arrive On Time! Drop-in fee $10/class. SanKofa House, 658 Goldengate St, Detroit. SanKofaHouse.net, 313-366-5250. Cardio Kickboxing – 7:45-8:45pm. Ages 13 and up. $5. Michigan Karate Academy, 23753 Van Born Rd, Taylor. 313-292-9214. Prenatal Yoga – 7:45-8:45pm. $14. Northville Yoga Center, 200 S Main St Unit B, Northville. NorthvilleYogaCenter.com, 248-449-9642.

ogaCenter.com, 248-449-9642. Basic Hatha Yoga - 8-9am. All levels $10. West Dearborn. EmbracingTheLotus.com. Lisa Phelps. kiyoda1@me.com, 313-410-3147. Sales Training Workshop – 8:30-9:30am. Weekly sales training workshop for Presidents, CEOs, Sales Managers & Salespeople by Don Zavis, National Sales Trainer, Key Note Speaker, & Sales Coach. $25. Bingham Office Park, 30200 Telegraph Rd Ste 164, Bingham Farms. donzavis@comcast.net, 248-497-5869. Vinyasa Yoga – 9-10:15am. Flowing sequence, suitable for all levels. $14. TaylorYoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313292-9642.

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Yoga Classes - 1:30-2:30pm. Enjoy health and wellness through a yoga class with MehmunaMichelle Jackson, wear comfortable clothing, shoes aren’t permitted beyond the front door, please arrive On Time! Drop-in fee $10/class. SanKofa House, 658 Goldengate St, Detroit. SanKofaHouse.net, 313-366-5250. Movie Night in The D - 9:15pm. Four weeks of Academy Award featured films will grace the Summer Main Stage screen....a wonderful setting to enjoy a first-rate movie experience, Guernsey Ice Cream & gourmet popcorn from Good People Popcorn Detroit! Free. Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave, Detroit. CampusMartiusPark. org, 313-962-0101.

Detroit Eastern Market – 5am-5pm. Market Fresh & EBT accepted. 2934 Russell St, bet Mark & Gratiot, Detroit. DetroitEasternMarket.com. Grosse Pointe Park’s West Park Farmers Market - 9am-1pm. Vendors will be offering a cornucopia of fresh products, certified organic and non-organic produce, cheeses, baked goods, art, candles, jewelry, crafts, plants, cut flowers, holiday ware, and an array of delicacies in case you get hungry. Off st parking available in the public parking lot (market district) located off Kercheval between Lakepointe and Beaconsfield, 15139 Kercheval, Grosse Pointe Park. GrossePointePark.org, 313-822-2812 x202. Eastside Farmers Market - 9am-2pm. Fresh produce, healthy foods, and unique artisan items. We accept cash, Bridge Card, Double Up Food Bucks, WIC, Project Fresh, credit, and debit. Free. Mack Alter Square, 14820 Mack Ave, Detroit. Facebook.com/EastsideFarmersMarket, 734-331-3493. RAMA-CHI, Self Help LYMPHATIC MASSAGE - 10-11am. Gain insight to the ancient knowledge and experience health improvement and spiritual development. An easy to learn set of exercises designed to relax, strengthen and balance the body and open the mind to Spirit. Learn to master the principals of meditation and harmonious body movement. $10. Dr. William Brown, ND, PhD, LMT. 31224 Mulfordton St, #120, Farmington Hills. TheFoundationForHolisticHealthTherapy.com, 248-416-3313.

Beginner Pole Dance – 11am. This 60-minute class is taught in a sequential format featuring beginner transitions, floor work and spins. No experience required. $10 Vixen Fitness, 1347 E Fisher Fwy, Detroit. VixenFitness.com, 866900-9797. Tai Chi Class - 12:30-1:30pm. Gain health and wellness, taught by AmenRa Menelik Jihunti, wear comfortable clothing, shoes aren’t permitted beyond the front door, please arrive On Time! Drop-in fee $10/class. SanKofa House, 658 Goldengate St, Detroit. SanKofaHouse.net, 313-366-5250.

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BE PART OF A GREAT TEAM AND HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Michigan’s Award Winning Massage Therapy and Body/Mind/Spirit Integration Center, Bodyworks Healing Center of Plymouth, MI, is seeking a Massage Therapist. BodyWorks is a loving, caring, fun place to work. We are committed to quality and to our family of healers and staff. If you have exceptional interpersonal skills, passion about sharing your gifts, are compassionate, outgoing, skillful and complement our vision, we invite you to contact us. Advance training in other modalities and prior experience is a plus. Must be nationally certified or willing to get certified within 90 days. Join our team! Make a difference! Call us now at 734-416-5200 or email your resume to Relax@BodyWorksHealingCenter.com

HELP WANTED I N T E R N S H I P O P P O RT U N I T Y F O R BUSINESS OR COMMUNICATIONS MAJOR, above average writing skills are a plus. Great opportunity for an energetic student to get some real world experience in publishing. Successful candidate will be very computer savy, organized and self motivated. Submit your resume to mdemo@healthylivingdetroit.com and be sure to include a cover letter explaining what sets you apart! MONROE AREA GO-GETTER Energetic individual with an interest in healthy living is needed to help grow the Natural Awakenings magazine distribution in the Monroe and surrounding area. Work from home, flexible schedule, access to a computer and enjoy working with people. Email resume to Mary Anne at mdemo@HealthyLivingDetroit.com

VOLUNTEERING A R E Y O U A H O S P I TA B L E , COMPASSIONATE AND WELCOMING PERSON? If so, we welcome you to join our team of volunteers at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center. There are numerous volunteer opportunities available once you have received the proper training. Please email Roz at rsalter@passionist.org or call 313-286-2805 for information. B A S I L’ S B U D D I E S I S S E E K I N G VOLUNTEERS FOR ACTIVITIES INVOLVING PEOPLE AND ANIMALS. If you’re interested, please email info@ basilsbuddies.org or call 734-926-1098 for more info. Thank you for caring about the animals!

DEARBORN ANIMAL SHELTER SEEKS LOVING HOMES FOR ADOPTABLE ANIMALS. There are many dogs, kittens and senior felines. Financial support is always appreciated for those interested in helping but not choosing to adopt a pet. Want to volunteer? We can use your help. Visit online www. DearbornAnimals.org or call 313-943-2697 E A R T H W O R D S U R B A N FA R M VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9am-12:30pm; Regular Volunteer Hours: Please join us after working in the gardens for lunch in the soup kitchen on Wednesdays. All volunteers, please meet at Capuchin Soup Kitchen at 1264 Meldrum, Detroit, MI unless noted differently. For individual volunteers, feel free to just come on by. No need to RSVP. For groups, please contact us in advance to schedule a day. Please come dressed appropriately for the weather and work. Long pants and closed toe shoes are required. For info, please contact us at sbernardo@cskdetroit.org or call (313) 5792100 x 204. THE DETROIT ROTARY CLUB IS LOOKING FOR 200 VOLUNTEER TUTORS Call for the next Volunteer Tutor Training Workshop dates. At the end of the Workshop you willreceive a Certificate that entitles you to be an adult literacy tutor anywhere in the US!If you love to read, and want to make a difference in someone’s life – be a volunteer Literacy Tutor. Visit GrossePointeRotary.org or call 313-8727720 for more information. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITYFOR GARDEN CLEAN UP Calling on all green thumbs...whether you have an hour or several days to spare...one time or on a regular basis; all help is gladly accepted as we are looking for individuals to maintain the gardens on the 20 acres of property here at St Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat & Conference Center. Please contact: Roz Salter at 313-535-9563 to schedule your volunteer opportunity. EXALT GOD ONLY CHRISTIAN YOGA Invites you to explore three free sessions of Christian Yoga Allow me to introduce you or your congregation to the health and “Spiritual” benefits of Christian yoga. Private or group classes Call Trina Campbell for additional information – 313-283-3144 Upcoming retreat, August 18 – 20, 2012 - Lake Huron Retreat Center “Pursuing Intimacy with God” Visit the website for additional information: ExaltGodOnlyYoga.com

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