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s the summer continues to unfold, we all enjoy more time with our children, which should be a positive experience for each parent and grandparents, but also could be stressful depending on the activity, or the lack of from our children during the summer break. In Michigan, there are plenty of different activities and camps available during this time to keep them busy, entertained, without overloading them with too much on their agenda. Indeed, simple time spent outdoors with friends or relatives is another possibility. As parents, we still need to continue to work and rarely can afford the lengthy 10 weeks break ourselves, so juggling with work and full time parenting is not always an easy task. In this issue, on page 10, our article on “Simplified Parenting” by Deborah Shouse, will bring you some good ideas for parents wishing to simplify childraising seeking less stress and more fun, less scheduling and more casual time. Soccer has become a popular sport in this current youth generation. As our family proudly watched the World Soccer Tournament, as France, our country of origin, won the World Cup, my boys were wondering why the United States never really carried a strong team in Soccer, while the US are definitely leading in many other sports that are being held in the Olympic Games by example. I think my husband came up with the most logical answer of all, which I leave you judge of that. In France, like other strong soccer nation players such as Italy, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Germany or England, the kids are constantly playing soccer, on a daily basis with their friends either in the streets or in some friends’ backyard. They also often go to a local soccer league, whose cost is usually less than $200 for the entire year (September thru June). Unless they start playing at a higher level, soccer uniforms are non-existent, as simple colored bib would suffice. Referees are not necessary either when we play with friends, or in local league, the unpaid coach would be it. Kids are training themselves without being on a timed agenda. Parents don’t need to drive them 2-3 times per week, cheer for them constantly (or be bored on the side). Kids would be simply living the life they should live in the summer, but also all year long: playing outside with friends, not on a computer, ipad or in front of any video game. Maybe less is best…. Maybe the key is to let the kids play in their neighborhood with friends outside. Have you ever tried to seize any electronic devices from your child yet? How long have you survived it? This generation of kids is literally addicted to those things, and they are totally unable nowadays to get themselves entertained without them. I regularly seize them when there is a good reason. My kids would typically be very unhappy at first and may also have some rude comments. So far I’ve been able to resist long enough with some gentle but firm explanations, and sure enough, every single time after going thru the stages of inner rebellion, groaning and inactivity, they would finally get a sparkling creative idea and find a great way to get themselves busy without any electronic device. Being bored and letting our kids getting bored, helps them develop creativity and ultimately helps them reinforce their emotions and thoughts in a positive way. That and lots of love from their parents, I believe is one of the success for positive parenting and getting our kids becoming emotionally stable, happy and well balanced, while too much stress, stimuli and electronics brings loneliness, impatience, lack of concentration and creativity, emotional unstable children, and increased emotional distance from their parents and friends, as relationships tend to suffer from electronically addicted children. With lots of love and some short but firm explanations to our children about the use of electronics may be one of your best tool to help us all raise mentally healthy children. As surely, less is best… Enjoy the rest of your summer!

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etroit SOUP is a microgranting dinner celebrating and supporting creative projects in Detroit. For a donation of $5 attendees receive soup, salad, bread and a vote and hear from four presentations ranging from art, urban agriculture, social justice, social entrepreneurs, education, technology and more. Each presenter has four minutes to share their idea and answer four questions from the audience. At the event, attendees eat, talk, share resources, enjoy art and vote on the project they think benefits the city the most. At the end of the night, the ballots are counted and the winner goes home with all of the money raised to carry out their project. Winners come back to a future SOUP dinner to report their project’s progress. These public dinners are a collaborative situation, a platform for connection, a safe space, a democratic experiment in micro-funding, a relational hub bringing together various creative communities, a forum for critical but accessible discussion and an opportunity to support creative people in Detroit. Belle Isle SOUP, Wednesday, August 29, 5:30pm. $5 donation. Belle Isle Aquarium Lawn, 3 Inselruhe Ave, Detroit. DetroitSOUP.com.

n August 25-26, Mindful Adventures presents a Mindful Living and Renewal Retreat that will give participants an opportunity to take a break from the busyness of life and practice moment to moment living at the beautiful Capuchin Retreat. The retreat will feature yoga, mindfulness, guided meditations, forest bathing and time in nature to help to reset and return home with a greater understanding of how mindfulness can help in living with more clarity, focus and awareness of intuitive wisdom. This transformational weekend retreat includes a private Room with private bathroom, lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday, as well as retreat programming, exploring the trails and/or labyrinth, and more. Cost is $219 per person with check-in time between 10-11am on Saturday with wrap-up on Sunday at 12pm. Capuchin Retreat is in Washington on 95 beautiful acres with over 20 paths to explore. Retreat facilitators include Donna Adinolfi, Brett Koon and Cheryl Ziobro. Mindful Living and Renewal Retreat – Aug 25-26. $219 per person. Capuchin Retreat, 62460 Mt Vernon Rd, PO Box 396, Washington. RSVP: 757-880-6983. Donna@ MindfulAdventures.com. CapRetreat.org.

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ummertime, and the eating is easy – and meatless, at the third annual VegMichigan SummerFest on Sunday, August 5 at Madonna University in Livonia. The free, family-friendly event takes place from 11am-5pm and features a huge selection of tasty summertime eats such as burgers, ice cream, dogs and shakes – all plant-based, or vegan, meaning free of animal products. Nearly 60 food trucks and vendors including Anna’s House, Ben & Jerry’s, the Clean Plate, D’Vine Cookies, the Nosh Pit, Shimmy Shack and Urge Raw Juice will tempt the taste buds. Attendees also can enjoy shopping for unique vegan items, playing sand volleyball, carnival games, a bouncy house and more while being entertained by the Hines Drive Band and the award-winning Sun Messengers. “Vegan is a major eating trend, and SummerFest is the biggest vegan party of the summer,” says event chair and VegMichigan vice president Tom Progar. “It’s a great event to bring friends and family to and to see how tasty vegan foods can be.” SummerFest is sponsored by Personalized Veterinary, Fresh Thyme Market, Zerbo’s Health Foods and Detroit’s iconic Old Shillelagh Irish pub, which will debut a new vegan menu. Best known for hosting the annual VegFest each spring, VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization promoting awareness of the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a plant-based diet. SummerFest takes place at Madonna University, 36600 Schoolcraft Rd. in Livonia. Admission and parking is free. For more information, visit: VegMichigan.org.

New Movie Explores Dangers of Chemicals in Farming

inema Libre Studio recently released Genetically Modified Children on DVD, VOD and screening events in North America. The movie explores how Monsanto chemicals might permanently alter your child’s genes and how lowincome tobacco farmers face skyrocketing cancer rates with more devastating repercussions affecting their children including severe physical deformities and mental disabilities. Choosing between poverty or poison, Latin American growers have no choice but to use harmful chemicals such as the herbicide glyphosate (aka Monsanto’s Roundup) and Bayer’s insecticide Confidor if they want to certify and sell their crops to Big Tobacco. As patent and regulatory laws continue to favor the profits of Monsanto and chemical companies, the tobacco makes its way into the hands and mouths of consumers worldwide in Philip Morris products, while the poisons used to harvest the crops contaminate the farmers’ blood and are modifying the human genome, creating genetically modified children. For more information or to order the movie, visit GMChildren.com or Amazon.com, view a trailer of the movie at vimeo.com/269081817 or follow the movie on Facebook.com/ GMChildren.

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Holding Hands Reduces Pain Holdings hands with a loved one reduces physical pain, report researchers at the University of Colorado and University of Haifa that studied the brainwaves of 22 heterosexual couples between ages 23 and 32. When in each other’s presence, the couples’ brainwaves tended to synchronize, especially in the alpha mu band, a measure of focused attention; holding hands amplified this effect and markedly lowered pain levels. The more empathetic the man was to the woman’s pain, the more their brain activity synced and her pain decreased. Men that were less empathetic did not produce the same effect. 8

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Turmeric Helps Heal Skin Ailments Turmeric, with its renowned anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, seems to improve a number of skin conditions when taken topically or orally, concludes a review of clinical studies published in Phytotherapy. Researchers at Drexel University, in Philadelphia, and the University of California, Sacramento, selected the 10 strongest clinical studies on turmeric out of 234 published. They concluded that this spice, with its active ingredient curcumin, was effective in treating acne, oral lichen planus (mouth inflammation), pruritus (itchy skin), psoriasis, radiodermatitis (a side effect of radiation treatment), diabetic microangiopathy (bleeding of small blood vessels) and diabetic edema (swelling). Studies on other skin conditions were either inconsistent or ineffective, the report concluded.

Mediterranean Diet Cuts Risk of Prostate Cancer In a five-year study published in The Journal of Urology of 2,000 older Spanish men, those following a Mediterranean diet rich in fish, boiled potatoes, whole fruits, vegetables, legumes and olive oil that was low in juices had a significantly lower risk of aggressive prostate cancer compared to those eating a Western diet. This protective effect was not found in diets higher in fatty foods, red and processed meat, refined grains and sweets. The researchers also reviewed other science to date, confirming the protective effect of the Mediterranean diet as well as “healthy” and “prudent” diets, all consisting of greater portions of fruits and vegetables.

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Vitamin D can’t be metabolized without sufficient magnesium levels. Thus, it remains stored and inactive for as many as 50 percent of Americans on nutrient-poor diets, reports a research review in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. “Without magnesium, vitamin D is not really useful or safe,” says study co-author Mohammed S. Razzaque, Ph.D., a professor of pathology at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Erie, Pennsylvania. As a consequence, taking vitamin D supplements can increase a person’s calcium and phosphate levels, even if they remain vitamin D deficient, he explains; and that can lead to vascular calcification if their magnesium levels aren’t sufficient. The magnesium factor may explain why vitamin D supplementation doesn’t necessarily help vitamin D deficiency-related disorders such as skeletal deformities, cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome. Natural sources of magnesium include almonds, cashews and other nuts, bananas, beans, broccoli, brown rice, egg yolks, fish oil, green vegetables, mushrooms, oatmeal, soybeans, sweet corn, tofu, whole grains, and pumpkin, sesame, sunflower and flax seeds.

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More Happiness by Deborah Shouse

Parents wishing to simplify child-raising seek less stress and more fun; less scheduling and more casual time; less “shoulds” and more “want-tos” less second-guessing and more confidence.

or a happier family life, experts encourage parents to stay true to their own values, strengths and sense of family purpose, focusing on the wonders of their children instead of endless daily tasks. It begins with each child feeling loved.

Learn Love Languages

For Gary Chapman, Ph. D., author of The 5 Love Languages of Children: The Secret to Loving Children Effectively, understanding each child’s particular needs for touch, affirming words, quality time, gifts or acts of service is foundational to parenting success. “Other than security, a child’s deepest need is to feel loved,” says Chapman, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. “If their love tank is full, children grow up emotionally healthy. Knowing a child’s preferred language helps parents effectively communicate their feelings. The question is not, ‘Do you love your children?’ It’s, ‘Do your children feel loved?’” As Chapman arrives home, his son rushes to hug him, grinning while his dad tousles his hair. Chapman’s daughter often 10

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calls out, “Dad, come into my room. I want to show you something.” This is how he communicates with each child in their primary love language. Parents learn their children’s preferred communication style by observing their behavior, noticing how they express love and listening to them. They can also offer options and track results. For example: n Would you like to take the dog to the park (quality time) or for me to help you study for a test (acts of service)? n Would you like to wrestle (touch) or shop for your new shoes (gift)? “Ideally, we offer heavy doses of the child’s primary language and sprinkle in the others,” says Chapman. “Children who feel loved respond better to suggestions and discipline. They also learn how to express their feelings.”

Avoid Unreal Idealizing

Some parents carry a mental snapshot of their ideal child, perhaps envisioning a kid that is into sports or even-tempered or academically gifted. Often, that picture is very different from the actual child. The first step to truly accepting the child is to allow ourselves to feel whatever authentic feelings pop up. The parent might think, “I love my son, but am struggling; I adore sports and may never get to share that with him.” “Give yourself time to process disappointment,” advises Susan Stiffelman, a Los Angeles marriage and family therapist, mother of one and author of Parenting Without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids While Staying Cool, Calm and Connected. “Then identify the things you love about your kids and share those with them.” As just one example, we might convey that we love the sound of their voice and how gentle they are with the baby. “Appreciating our children as they are is one way to keep our hearts open,” says Stiffelman.

Simply Raising Children Resources A Fine Parent, blog, Sumitha Bhandarkar, AFineParent.com/blog Edit Your Life, podcast, Asha Dornfest, EditYourLifeShow.com The book Parent Hacks:134 Genius Shortcuts for Life with Kids, by Asha Dornfest

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Focus on the Good

When Barbara Unell, a parent educator and author of Discipline With Love and Limits: Calm, Practical Solutions to the 43 Most Common Childhood Behavior Problems, birthed twins, she was initially daunted by the work of caring for them. Then she began simplifying by focusing on the “wow” factors. “Being a parent speaks to the core of our humanity. Experiencing the growth and development of a human being is miraculous. I started looking at parenting through that lens,” says Unell, who lives in the Leawood, Kansas, area. Asha Dornfest, of Portland, Oregon, a podcaster, co-author of Minimalist Parenting: Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less and mother of two, relates, “I paid more attention to my values and my family’s unique needs and was less influenced by parenting experts, social pressures and well-meaning peers.” Dornfest explored her own values by asking, “What did I learn from my parents?” and, “How do I want my family to be different?” She also practiced trusting her intuition. “Even when I’m not certain I’m right, I know I love my children, I’m doing my best, and I’ll make adjustments if necessary,” she says.

Create Rhythm and Rituals

Rhythmic activities ease the anxiety of family transitions and furnish warm solidarity, consistency and connectedness. “Increasing the predictability of meals, bedtime and other rituals also improves family life,” says Davina Muse, a mental health counselor and mother of two from Great Barrington, Massachusetts. Muse serves as training director for Simplicity Parenting, a program based on Kim John Payne’s book Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power

of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids that offers a connective ritual families can merge with mealtimes. Each person describes a “rose” (one good thing from the day) or a “thorn” (one challenging thing) and a “bud” (one thing they’re anticipating). Such sharing builds a family connection and helps kids discuss difficult issues, notes Muse. Also, “Describing the bud lifts everyone’s mood.” Every Friday evening, the Dornfests share a Sabbath dinner, a low-key way for them to gather and talk. “This ritual adds a rhythm to our week and anchors us,” says Dornfest.

Elect De-Stress Over Distress

Everyone can sometimes become overscheduled and overwhelmed; a balance between scheduled time and downtime is necessary to well-being. In her daily checkin, Dornfest confers with herself and her husband, inquiring, “How are things going? Are they too hectic? Is our schedule energizing or draining?” She advises, “When I feel like I’m riding a runaway train, I slow down. There seem to be so many ‘shoulds’ in parenting; we instead need to discover what our family loves.” Before enlisting a child for an activity, Dornfest suggests we ask why it’s important: Are you making up for your own missed opportunities as a child? Are you worried your child will miss out? Do you equate these lessons with being a good and caring parent? Parenting is more than checking off lists and tasks. It’s about being connected with children. Build in playtime, roughhousing, chase each other around the yard, toss balloons or balls together, blow bubbles and welcome opportunities for laughter.

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ncorporating love throughout the day keeps a child’s tank full. Consider these tips from love languages expert Gary Chapman.

Physical Touch – Get Close ¤ Greet the child with a hug ¤ Stroke their hair while they talk about a challenging day ¤ Snuggle while watching TV

Affirmations – Encouraging Words ¤ Put a positive note in the child’s lunch box ¤ Appreciate something the child did or said ¤ Create an encouragement jar, with praising words to use as needed

Quality Time – Periods of Undivided Attention ¤ Ask a specific question about their day that elicits discussion ¤ Schedule a date with each child ¤ Create something together, like a photo album

Gifts – Tangible Expressions of Love ¤ Make a special meal or dessert; maybe do it together ¤ Have some small gifts the child can choose from as rewards for positive actions ¤ Seek natural gifts, like a special feather, stone or flower

Acts of Service – Volunteer Assistance ¤ Ask, “How can I help you today?” ¤ Help a child repair a broken toy or resolve a challenge ¤ Do a family service project together August 2018

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but this isn’t true. “My trainers and I have worked with thousands of parents on decluttering, and the results have been powerful,” says Muse. The Simplicity Parenting approach encourages parents to discard broken toys, give away anything no longer being played with and attractively store current playthings. She observes, “As you decrease the quantity of toys and clutter, you increase the child’s attention and capacity for deep play.”

Build Resilience

Simplifying parenting means releasing the notion that children must be happy, wellbehaved and delighted with life and their parents at all times. Unell used the daily multitasking challenges with her twins as exercises in developing resilience and modeling these skills for them. If children spill milk, the parent comments, “No big deal. We all spill things.” When there’s a minor accident, “Let’s just get towels and clean it up.” A resilient attitude is, “Something goes wrong, we fix it.” It’s also about being flexible and coping with disappointment. “To build resilience, parents need to feel comfortable in the presence of an unhappy child,” says Stiffelman. “If parents don’t allow children to be disappointed, kids can become rigid, lack confidence and struggle with unreasonable expectations.” During meltdowns or disappointments, she recommends sitting quietly, listening, and then empathizing and helping put the children’s feelings into words. “This is not the time to lecture or advise,” she says. “Upset children can’t really listen.” Yet, they can be heard—a key way to help them mature. Parents that learn to simplify happily discover that their children feel calmer and more loved, socially and emotionally adept, and resilient. Concepts focused on creating connections, rather than parenting perfection, are easy to weave into everyday life. Deborah Shouse is a writer, speaker, editor, dementia advocate, parent and grandmother. She’s also the author of Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together (DementiaJourney.org).

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outside to play. “Nature is very soothing,” says Muse. “Climbing trees, searching for rocks and pine cones, playing with dirt, sticks, water and leaves all offer healing down time.” To escape from worries and distractions, Stiffelman suggests three or four minutes of meditation or simply designated quiet time. For little ones, lay a stuffed teddy bear on the child’s

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Multilevel Healing Embracing All Dimensions of Well-Being by Linda Sechrist

r. Wayne Jonas’ curiosity was piqued after hearing stories of patients that have experienced healing from chronic illnesses or reclaimed well-being without following conventional medical advice. So he focused on research-

ing dimensions of healing that Western medical schools never taught him. The rewards were radical discoveries: whole system science exploring the web of connections within the body; the need to acknowledge an individual’s core multi-dimensions—body/

external, behavior/lifestyle, social/emotional and spiritual/mental—and what’s needed to unlock each person’s inherent capacity for health and healing. The author of How Healing Works: Get Well and Stay Well Using Your Hidden Power to Heal, Jonas concludes, “Only 20 percent of healing comes from the treatment agent the doctor applies. A full 80 percent of the healing potential, which lies dormant in everyone, comes from constructing a meaningful treatment response unique to you. This is internal, highly personal and uses simple principles and components.” During his 40-year career, Jonas was able to observe multi-level healings with patients, as well as through other professional roles. He’s served as director of the Office of Alternative Medicine at the National Institutes of Health, a research scientist at the World Health Organization, CEO and president of the former Samueli Institute and director of the medical research fellowship at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. Applying whole system science, Jonas developed the view of a patient as a veritable ecosystem. “We are more like a garden to be cultivated than a car to be fixed. Healing emerges when we support and strengthen the connections within us—body, behavior, social and spirit— making us more whole,” says Jonas. His

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broader approach for healing now includes the impacts of beauty, order, an optimal healing environment, connecting with nature, elements that induce an individual’s greatest meaning response, nourishment of the spiritual self, making time for joy, the roles of love and the physical presence of loved ones and a supportive social network, as well as the energetic contributions of other social interactions and emotional dimensions. For nearly 40 years, James Oschman, Ph.D., author of Energy Medicine: The Scientific Basis, has been conducting research in physiology and the biophysics of energy medicines worldwide, including at Cambridge University, in England, and Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio. “Medical doctors are unaware of the body’s energy field because they aren’t taught anything about it or physics in medical school. Although the vast majority believe there is no science behind energy medicine or any that proves the body even has an energy field, it is real and has been measured,” says Oschman. He’s passionate about including energy medicine in healing, and says, “To understand the human body, health and healing, you have to look at all dimensions without any exclusions. No aspect of science, medicine or life should be left out. All medical interventions and everything you do to the body involves energy. An awareness of this can fully transform any medical approach.” Jonas experienced the energetic dimension of healing when his wife, Susan, was undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Although skeptical, he tried the process of laying his hands on her while imagining a soft, white light filled with love being transmitted through the top of his head, down through his hands and into her body. “I knew of the dozens of experiments done at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. When meditating individuals put their hands around test tubes containing immune cells, the amount of infrared radiation emanating from their hands increased, which stimulated the immune cells to produce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy-producing molecule found in all cells. After this exposure, those cells survived better when hit with stresses such as heat and chemical shocks,” says Jonas. “Susan said that she could feel something and fell asleep. The next day, she felt less fatigued, slept less and was more active. From then on, I cut back on travel and made sure my body—in all its physical, social and emotional dimensions—was around,” says Jonas. To help patients and doctors expand their own perspectives, Jonas has developed a healing-oriented practices and environments (HOPE) consultation protocol (DrWayneJonas.com/resources). It includes questions a doctor or patient can use to spark pivotal lifestyle changes that cover optimal healing dimensions—inner, interpersonal, behavioral and external—to evaluate measures that facilitate or hamper healing. Sincerely responding to the answers shows results. “With chronic diseases, it can almost always enhance wellness and well-being, and improve function, whether the disease is cured or not,” says Jonas. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LindaSechrist.com.

Defending the Thyroid: Stop Fighting the Wrong Battle

t’s known that 80–90% of hypothyroid patients in the U.S. have an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. With Hashimoto’s, an errant immune system attacks and “chews up” the thyroid gland to the point where it becomes inflamed, swollen, and impaired—often no longer able to produce the hormones it should to maintain health and quality of life. Sometimes during the typically long process of destruction that characterizes Hashimoto’s, the gland even dumps too much hormone for short periods, creating hyper/ hypo cycles that can drive patients and their doctors to the end of their ropes. Despite Hashimoto’s 80–90% dominance in the “thyroiditis” (swollen thyroid) category, doctors seldom diagnose it via lab tests because insurance companies are unwilling to pay for the tests. They know that conventional medical treatment for Hashimoto’s—hormone replacement therapy—is the same as the treatment for other forms of hypothyroidism. The thinking goes like this: if the treatment is going to be the same no matter what, why pay for extra testing? Seems logical enough, but is it? Let’s explore. A large number of my patients are middle-aged women who come to my office after having been told by doctors that they are hypothyroid. They have been taking various hormone-replacement medications such as SynthroidTM to get their laboratory numbers—especially their pituitary TSH and thyroid T4 levels—back into “normal” ranges. Despite the treatment, including jumps in dosage, these women continue to exhibit many different symptoms, including symptoms of hypothyroidism that hormone replacement was supposed to alleviate. When that approach failed to relieve

symptoms for these women, another diagnosis often followed, usually from the following sickness menu: Depression (maybe along with “it’s all in your head”); Cyclothymia; PMS; Chronic Fatigue Syndrome; Fibromyalgia; and Anxiety Disorder. For these women, the additional diagnoses have meant more drugs and more side effects from those drugs, yet little if any relief from the misery they suffer. What is going on? The immune system has two sides. One side “attacks invaders” while the other side creates antibodies that “tag invaders” for later attack and removal. In Hashimoto’s, one side has gone “hyper,” tricking the body into attacking its own cells. Further, when a confused immune system creates errant antibodies that attack the thyroid, those inflammatory antibodies also convince other body cells to resist thyroid hormones present in the bloodstream. That’s not good. Thyroid hormones are meant to trigger important metabolic functions within cells. When the cells resist, the hormones already present don’t work well, e.g., energy levels tank. That’s why a patient can have “proper” laboratory levels of thyroid hormones in her bloodstream and still have symptoms of low thyroid. The key to managing the immune system of a Hashimoto’s patient is first to find out whether the patient indeed has Hashimoto’s! Then we find out which side of the immune system is out of kilter and bring it back into balance with the other. This doesn’t mean suppression, however. That is dangerous. It means modulation. Once the proper laboratory panels are run—which includes a comprehensive thyroid panel as well as looking for blood sugar disorders, other hormone imbalances, anemia patterns, and adrenal gland dysfunction, the

needed approach usually becomes quite clear. But that approach is, and must be, tailored to each individual. One size does not fit all. Too many things are often out of kilter at the same time with Hashimoto’s. What’s more, to hone in on the real issues, doctors need time to truly listen to patients, a service that is in short supply under today’s insurance-driven “health care.” To conclude, the faulty premise in treating Hashimoto’s, whether actively diagnosed or not, is to regard it as a thyroid disease requiring hormone replacement, alone. That is fighting the wrong battle. Hashimoto’s thyroid is basically an immune system problem that just happens to be targeting the thyroid. Manage the immune system problem well and the thyroid gland will often recover stability. Moreover, further damage (and continued symptoms) can usually be averted by finding out what likely triggered Hashimoto’s in the first place, managing the diet, evaluating GI function for issues, altering general lifestyle behavior, and supplementing with immune-systemmodulating plant extracts commonly used in functional medicine. Yes, hormone replacement may still be needed if too much damage has been done and the gland is no longer able to produce sufficient amounts. Although Hashimoto’s is the result of some form of genetic susceptibility to environmental and other triggers and can’t be reversed in the current science, it can be managed and held at bay very well to regain quality of life.

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Why being a ‘compliant patient’ can be hazardous to your h prolific speaker. Her By Dr. Lisa Sullivan professional practice includes nutrition, anti-aging, hormone balancing, fitness, appearance/body rejuvenation and permanent weight control. She is also president and clinical director of her Puro Medicine Clinic, 510 Main St, Belleville, MI. 734-716-558. PuroMedicine.com. See ad on page 6. By [DR. CHARLES WEBB]

Cholesterol control is a lucrative and deceptive business. The propaganda budgets of drug companies measure in the billions – and they are superb propagandists! Your health is not their primary aim. Profit is. In truth, if you get healthy, they lose profit. So they specialize not in healing, but in symptom masking and retaining you as a long-term customer. You must look elsewhere to get actual healing. These are tough words, I know, but I can back them up. This article can only scratch the surface of the cholesterol myth, but if I can inspire you to protect yourself with some facts (please see the sidebar, “Sources”), we’ll all sleep better. But be warned: You’ll find great resistance out there to the truth about cholesterol and heart disease. First, no convincing evidence points to high serum cholesterol levels as the cause of heart disease. Yes, LDL cholesterol is present in diseased arteries, and sometimes chunks of plaque flake off, creating stroke damage or death, but “bad cholesterol” is not the villain! It’s trying to patch up arterial lesions and other inflammation damage created by poor diets, stress, smoking, lack of exercise and so on. Keep doing unhealthy things, and LDL will keep trying to patch up the damage. That’s one of its jobs. Overwhelming evidence shows that people with high cholesterol levels tend to live longer than those with low levels. But drug companies keep spreading the cholesterol-lowering myth to the four winds in order to sell more statins. Without question, statins do lower cholesterol levels – a lot. For high-risk cardiovascular patients, the drugs also have been shown to slightly reduce the risk of dying – less so for healthier people (if at all). But how can cholesterol-lowering statins reduce the risk of dying while general statistics show that people with higher cholesterol levels live longer? Isn’t that a contradiction? Yes – until we understand that the ability of statins to reduce further cardiac events and death rates has nothing to do with its cholesterol lowering

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-“Do You Take Any of These Cholesterol-Lowerin Drugs?,” by Dr. John Mercola, http://articles.mer com/sites/articles/archive/2010/07/20/the-truth statin-drugs-revealed.aspx -“The Cholesterol Myths,” by Dr. Uffe Ravnskov www.ravnskov.nu

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Why we need it: fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction Food sources: bananas, dried figs, nuts, avocadoes Recommended Daily Intake: 4.7 grams (g)

Calcium

MIGHTY MINERALS What We Need to Stay Healthy by Judith Fertig

Why we need it: strong teeth and bones, muscle relaxation and contraction, blood clotting, blood pressure regulation, immune system health Food sources: leafy green vegetables, fortified nut milk, dairy products, canned sardines/salmon, dried figs, oysters; plus mineral water brands labeled higher in calcium and lower in sodium, per integrative medicine pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil Recommended Daily Intake: 1,000 to 1,200 mg

Sulfur

Why we need it: joint function Food sources: fish, beef, poultry, egg yolks, beans, coconuts, bananas, garlic Recommended Daily Intake: 6 mg of sulfur-containing amino acids per pound of adult weight

Minerals—inorganic chemical elements or compounds that Phosphorous cannot be produced by the body, but occur in nature—play a key Why we need it: works with calcium to build strong bones, repair cells role in helping us function at our best. Food sources: salmon, yogurt, turkey,

ccording to the authors of Minerals: The Forgotten Nutrient - Your Secret Weapon for Getting and Staying Healthy, they are integral to our health. Joy Stephenson-Laws, the lead author and founder of the nonprofit Proactive Health Labs, in Santa Monica, California, suggests getting a full-spectrum mineral test through a healthcare provider to identify any deficiencies or imbalances. Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gives a broad, general Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for minerals, it’s not the most up-do-date or the most specific information according to gender, age or stage in life. The more current Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are nutrient-reference values developed by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) of the National Academies—five private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective analysis, located in Washington, D.C., Irvine, California, and Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Intended 16

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to serve as a guide for good nutrition by covering 40-plus nutrient substances and more demographically specific than the RDA, the DRI provides a scientific basis for the development of food guidelines in the U.S. and Canada. This list of important minerals, based on the worldwide studies collected in the journal Minerals, is a good starting point. Another good reference is the extensive chart from the IOM of the National Academy of Sciences at ConsumerLab.com/RDAs.

Our Body’s Periodic Table Sodium with Chlorine

Why we need it: fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction Food sources: sodium combines with chlorine in salt; Himalayan sea salt also contains 84 trace elements Recommended Daily Intake: 1,500 milligrams (mg) of sodium

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Why we need it: strong bones, energy, mental health Food sources: leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds and foods with fiber Recommended Daily Intake: 310 to 320 mg for adult women, 410 to 420 mg for adult men

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Why we need it: helps make blood hemoglobin Food sources: breakfast cereals fortified with iron, white beans, dark chocolate, beef liver, spinach Recommended Daily Intake: 18 mg for adult women, 8 mg for adult men

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Why we need it: healthy immune system Food sources: nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables Recommended Daily Intake: 11 mg

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Zinc

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Selenium

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Molybdenum

Why we need it: facilitates production of natural enzymes Food sources: lima beans, cauliflower, peas, soybeans Recommended Daily Intake: 45 mcg

Chromium

Why we need it: reduces insulin resistance, helps lower cholesterol Food sources: lean meats, whole grains, broccoli, green beans Recommended Daily Intake: 25 mcg for adult females, 35 mcg for adult males We require macrominerals—those we need in larger amounts— as well as microminerals—those necessary in trace amounts. For a good overview from the Harvard University Medical School, visit Tinyurl.com/HelpGuide2Minerals. Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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trong immunity is a cornerstone of optimum health, and may be weakened or enhanced by what we eat and how we manage our emotions. Starting young in incorporating good ongoing habits can go a long way toward building a better immune response to whatever a person encounters.

Kid-Friendly Foods Organic strawberries, brightly colored peppers, vitamin D-rich eggs or almond trail mix can turn a child’s brown bag lunch into an immune-boosting power meal. “Diet is one of the main pillars for children’s health. I teach parents and kids that food can be fun, and not to be obsessed with counting calories or portions,” says Dr. Alina Olteanu, a holistic pediatrician in Dallas, Texas. “I recommend an anti-inflammatory diet based on lots of colorful vegetables and fruits, and healthy fats like fish, nuts, seeds, avocado and olive oil. Eating fermented foods like sauerkraut, pickled vegetables and kimchi supports a healthy microbiome.” 18

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Adequate protein supports healthy immunity, as does reducing inflammatory foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG), caramel color, sodium nitrite, food dyes and chemical preservatives. Such measures help reduce the burden on a child’s immune system. According to Naturopathic Doctor Sarah Anne Rothman, of Thyme Integrative Health, in Pacifica, California, limiting or eliminating processed sugar is also recommended; studies by Loma Linda University, in Loma Linda, California, show that sugar consumption suppresses immune response for five hours. Olteanu notes, “Desserts can be fruits and a small amount of dark chocolate, which is rich in antioxidants and actually healthy.” Her favorite sweetener for kids older than 1 year is raw

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Homeopathy Homeopathy is a system of natural healing to which kids often respond positively. There are wellknown over-the-counter remedies that treat acute conditions without side effects, but certified classical homeopath Julia Eastman,

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Natural Immune Boosters for Kids

Exercise has been shown to increase blood and lymphatic circulation and in turn, helps move antibodies through the system and do a better job at fighting invaders, according to Harvard Health Publishing. Exercise is also a renowned stress-reliever, especially outdoors, which manifests the bonus of vitamin D fortification from healthy sun exposure. “I strongly encourage all my patients to spend at least an hour a day playing outside,” says Olteanu. Childhood stress is a real factor that can weaken immunity, yet juvenile anxieties may be dismissed or go unnoticed by adults. Caffeine-free herbal teas and glycerin-based tinctures such as chamomile, lemon balm, passionflower and lavender can be reliable double-duty allies for children, calming them while also promoting immune response. Essential oils are another boon. “The benefits of using essential oils on children are immense. Many oils are safe for all age groups and can elevate mood, induce relaxation and boost natural defenses,” says holistic nurse and certified clinical aromatherapist Patricia Springer, in Mason, Ohio. Springer recommends diffusing organic lemon or orange essential oil for 30 minutes two to three times a day in the house or applying one to two drops on a cotton ball and inhaling. Adding a few drops of Roman chamomile or lavender essential oil to Epson or sea salt makes a calming, immune-boosting bath.

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a doctor of Oriental medicine in Naples, Florida, recommends a more thorough approach. “Homeopathy can be life-changing, but it’s a system based upon the unique physical, emotional and energetic constitution of the individual. Going to a board-certified classical homeopath is the ideal route, because they can profile the child’s complete constitution, including patterns of illness and personality for the best possible result.” Treating children’s illness homeopathically when symptoms arise without taking the big picture into account can

sometimes cause more harm than good. “Homeopathic remedies are not preventive medicine unto themselves, but using them constitutionally can help to improve overall health, immunity included,” says Eastman, who has witnessed dangerously high fevers in infants relieved within minutes when whole-care homeopathy has been applied. Health is wealth, and fortifying the next generation benefits us all. Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 2 Group Movement Class – 4:30pm. Learn about alignment and refine corrective exercises. All ages and fitness levels welcome. All equipment is provided. $15. Advanced Balance Clinic, 1063 Walnut St, Dearborn. RSVP: 734-968-6535.

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save the date Self I-Dentity through Ho’oponopono – Aug 4-5. Morrnah Nalamaku Simeona, a Kahuna Lapa’au (Hawaiian healer), updated the traditional family Ho’oponopono for today’s level of evolution and opened it up to all interested students. In class, participants learn that all problems are actually memories stored in the subconscious which replay in a continuous loop. Repentance, forgiveness and transmutation process. $555. Hilton Garden Inn, 1401 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor. 914-830-9957.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 VegMichigan SummerFest – 11am-5pm. Familyfriendly event featuring a huge selection of tasty summertime eats - all plant-based or vegan. Admission and parking is free. Madonna University, 36600 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. VegMichigan.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 Belly Fat, Diabetes, Cognitive – 6pm. Leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan of Puro Wellness Center and Spa, will reveal how hormone imbalances can affect sleep cycles, carbohydrate cravings and fat burning; what really works for permanent loss of belly fat and bulges, safely and healthily. Learn about cognitive impairments, how they may be connected to diabetes and how they can be involved in declining memory, depression, ADHD, and anxiety. Learn how to address the cause, not the symptoms. Free. Roses Restaurant, 201 N Canton Center Rd. RSVP: 734-716-5588. PuroHealthAndWellness.com.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 Yoga at Beacon Park – 9-11am. Take time out to center the body and mind with two free classes by Living Waters Yoga Detroit. Participant should bring a water bottle, towel and mat. All levels welcome. After class refuel with bottled smoothies and juices for purchase from Detroit-based Juice

and Fuel. Free. Beacon Park Detroit, 1903 Grand River Ave. LivingWatersYoga.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 13 Monday Night Meditation – 7:15pm. Join MJ for an evening of meditation, and learn techniques to use at home. With breath work and a quiet environment, take a break from daily activities. All levels welcome. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 14

save the date Greater Detroit Coalition of Healers 2018 Monthly Meeting – 6pm. Coalition aiming to network, collaborate, mentor, support and build a cohesive group of people who collectively see the need and have a goal of helping people heal, learn and strengthen the community. Free. Detroit Wholistic Center’s Healthy Wealthy and Wise facility, 20950 Grand River Ave, Detroit. RSVP: 313-5835433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 21 A Natural Approach to Arthritis and Inflammation – 7:15pm. Presented by Dr. Danielle Potter, D.C. Learn strategies on how to relieve pain and stop the progression of arthritis and inflammation. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22 Belly Fat, Diabetes, Cognitive – 6pm. Leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan of Puro Wellness Center and Spa, will reveal how hormone imbalances can affect sleep cycles, carbohydrate cravings and fat burning; what really works for permanent loss of belly fat and bulges, safely and healthily. Learn about cognitive impairments, how they may be connected to diabetes and how they can be involved in declining memory, depression, ADHD, and anxiety. Learn how to address the cause, not the symptoms. Free. Roses Restaurant, 201 N Canton Center Rd. RSVP: 734-716-5588. PuroHealthAndWellness.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 23 Women Veterans Health Resource Fair – 3-6pm. Learn more about VA benefits, health care, employment, housing and more. Short sessions on addiction and domestic issues will also be available. Free to all women veterans. Detroit VA Medical Center, Room B1290, 4646 John R St, Detroit. 313-5761000. Detroit.VA.Gov.

The Plymouth Canton Wellness Coalition Monthly Networking Meeting – 10am. Monthly meeting of local wellness practitioners representing multiple disciplines who are committed to improving the health of the community through education, empowerment and inspiration. Free. Michigan Family Wellness, 2200 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 150, Canton. 734-335-0533. MichiganFamilyWell ness.com.

Changing Hard-Wired Eating Habits – 7-8:30pm. Learn why diets don’t work, how to reset eating habits, detoxify and successfully lose weight! Try a sample of unique coconut oil after the workshop. Free. Karl Wellness Center and Chiropractic Clinic, 30935 Ann Arbor Tr, Westland. RSVP: 734-4258220. KarlWellnessCenter.com.

Autoimmune, Thyroid, Gut – 6pm. Learn how the digestive system impacts immune function and the role the thyroid plays. Leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan will reveal how America’s “medical monopoly” promotes this modern-day autoimmune epidemic and what to do to. Learn what causes ninety percent of hypothyroidism in the US and why most individuals taking thyroid hormones will fail to feel normal. Learn how gut health impacts overall health and may be responsible for other symptoms as well. Free. Station 885 Restaurant, 885 Starkweather St, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-716-5588. PuroHealthAndWellness.com.

Mindful Living and Renewal Retreat – Aug 25-26. One night retreat including private room, meals and programming. $219 per person. Capuchin Retreat, 62460 Mt Vernon Rd, PO Box 396, Washington. RSVP: 757880-6983. Donna@MindfulAdventures.com. CapRetreat.org.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 Bend and Brews – 10:15-11:15am. Join Citizen Yoga for a Sunday morning in the Eastern Market. One hour of yoga with Lauren Laudani followed by beer or kombucha plus brunch available. $20

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 26 Michigan Jewish Food Festival – 11am-4pm. 3rd annual festival bridges food, education, sustainability and Jewish life. Join over 5K attendees and 120 organizations represented as vendors, caterers, speakers, community groups and congregations. Free. Detroit Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St, Sheds 5 and 6, Detroit. 248-790-2276. Hazon.org/ Calendar/Michigan-Jewish-Food-Festival-2/.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 28 Learning Disabilities: A Natural Approach – 7:15pm. Know someone young or old that suffers from ADD, autism, anxiety or any other learning disabilities? What about teachers, principals or parents that deal with children that have disabilities? Join Danielle Potter, D.C. for a presentation on a natural approach to learning disabilities. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenter Chiropractic.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29 Belle Isle SOUP – 5:30pm. For a donation of $5 attendees receive soup, salad, bread and a vote and hear from four presentations ranging from art, urban agriculture, social justice, social entrepreneurs, education, technology and more. Belle Isle Aquarium Lawn, 3 Inselruhe Ave, Detroit. DetroitSOUP.com. Autoimmune, Thyroid, Gut – 6pm. Learn how the digestive system impacts immune function and the role the thyroid plays. Leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan will reveal how America’s “medical monopoly” promotes this modern-day autoimmune epidemic and what to do to. Learn what causes ninety percent of hypothyroidism in the US and why most individuals taking thyroid hormones will fail to feel normal. Learn how gut health impacts overall health and may be responsible for other symptoms as well. Free. Roses Restaurant, 201 N Canton Center Rd. RSVP: 734-716-5588. Puro HealthAndWellness.com.

planahead save the date Enlightened Soul Expo – Sat., Sep. 22, 10am6pm / Sun., Sep. 23, 11am-5pm. 6th Annual Fall event. Psychics and card readers, aura photos, holistic products, over 150 vendors and energy workers, free presentations, free parking. Advance ticket discounts, door prizes. Skyline High School, 2552 Maple Road, Ann Arbor. EnlightenedSoulExpo.com.

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Dance Meditation Technique – 10am-noon. This 90-minute, un-choreographed, whole-being workout is a drug-free, scientific technique and art for transforming tension into creativity. $10. Julian Madison Building, 1420 Washington Blvd, Detroit. 248-910-3351. DanceMT.com.

SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. 2nd & 4th Tue. Free to Chamber members, one business per industry. Nonmembers can visit two meetings free. WCCC-Downriver Campus, 21000 Northline Rd, Conference Rm 8, Taylor. 734 284-6000. swcrc.com.

Community Yoga Session – 4-5pm. $20 drop-in. Citizen Yoga, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313-5025450.

Herbal Apothecary – 10am-2pm. Ann Arbor School herbal apothecary will be open for free advisory, custom formulas for body systems, herbalists on staff and more. Free. Ann Arbor School of Massage, Herbal and Natural Medicine, 6276 Jackson Rd Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-769-7794. NaturopathicSchoolOfAnnArbor.net.

save the date Vegan Nights! - 6-9pm. Entertainment. Vegan cooking demo. Dinner. Vendors. Socialization. $25. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite or at the door. 16000 W. 9 Mile rd. Southfield (Restaurant Entrance). 248.800.6479; Info@anaturalistalife.com; @ NaturalistaLifeExpo.

monday Gentle Yoga – 12-1pm. All levels welcome. Class with Barb Prusak and Margie LoDuca. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. 734-2829642. Fundamentals of Stretching – 2pm. All levels welcome. Free. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com. Yoga with Yoganic Flow – 6-7pm. Donation based. Lafayette Greens, at the corner of Michigan Ave and Shelby, Detroit. 313-285-2244. Greater Health Community Walking Group – 6-7:30pm. Explore the beautiful trails of Palmer Park, connect with new friends and thrive in healthy fun. Free. Splash Park on Merrill Plaisance, Detroit. 313-451-1278. Olive-Seed.com/STGH.

tuesday Run For God – 6:30-8am. Good Shepherd United Methodist Church “Run For God” team trains throughout the year. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join for exercise and fellowship. Free. Smith Middle School, 23851 Yale St, Dearborn. 734-429-3214. SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. 1st & 3rd Tues. Free to Chamber members, one business per industry. Nonmembers can visit two meetings free. WCCC-Downriver Campus, 21000 Northline Rd, Conference Rm 8, Taylor. 734 284-6000. swcrc.com.

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Rotary Club of Detroit – Noon-1:30pm. Great local speakers at this weekly lunch meeting. Business attire. $26.50. Detroit Athletic Club, 241 Madison Ave, Detroit. RSVP: 586-943-5785. Qigong – 6-7pm. With Emily Rogers. Donations accepted. Lafayette Greens at the corner of Michigan Ave & Shelby, Detroit. 313-285-2244. Crochet Guild Meeting – 6-8pm. The Metro Detroit Crochet Guild meets at Detroit Fiber Works. Free. Detroit Fiber Works, 19359 Livernois, Detroit. 313-610-5111 or 313-457-3431.

save the date Meditation and Mindful Musings – 7pm. Deep meditation followed by a mindful, supportive discussion of a spiritual topic. Free. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. 734-421-1760. UnityOfLivonia.org. Traditional African Dance – 7-8pm. With Sistah Nubia. Free (donations accepted). Detroit Market Garden, 1850 Erskine St, Detroit. 313-237-8733. GreeningOfDetroit.com. Posture Pro Yoga Level I/II – 7:30-9pm. Join instructor Sheri Giorio for a therapeutic yoga class. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. 734-282-9642.

thursday Thermography First – With Linda Honey. Appointment based. Radiation-free thermographic scans. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. RSVP: 586-770-4429. SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. 1st & 3rd Thur. Free to chamber members, one business per industry. Nonmembers can visit two meetings per month. WCCCD Downriver Campus, EPAC Rm 8 (upstairs), 21000 Northline, Taylor. 734 284-6000. swcrc.com.

save the date Tai Chi/Qigong – 10am. Learn practices that can help reduce pain, blood pressure, stress and help many chronic health issues. All levels welcome. $5. Good Shepherd UMC, 1570 Mason St, Dearborn. 313-429-3214. Facebook.com/Ease.Chi. Zen Stretch Class – 5:45-6:45pm. Held at The Wellness Garden. Michigan Massage Professionals, Ste 105, 6755 Merriman, Garden City. 734664-5275. Ashtanga – 6pm. Knowledge of yoga helpful, all levels welcome. Yoga Shala & Wellness, 25411 Warren, Ste D, Dearborn Heights. 313-278-4308.

friday Candlelight Yin – 6-7pm. All levels welcome. Class with Rae Golematis. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. 734-282-9642.

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Mind, Body, Spirit Class – 10am. May be tai chi, or qigong or chair yoga. Classes free, donation encouraged. Source Booksellers, 4240 Cass, Ste 105, Detroit. 313-832-1155.

Detroit Eastern Market – 6am-4pm. Cooking demonstrations, food trucks, entertainment. Russell, between Mack Ave and Gratiot Ave. 313-833-9300.

Hatha Flow Donation Yoga – 4pm. All levels welcome in a serene studio with natural light. Be Nice Yoga, 4100 Woodward, Detroit. 313-544-9787.

Yoga In The Gardens – 9:30-10:30am. Rejuvenate mind, body and spirit through easy yoga moves guided by instructor Connie Fedel of Taylor Yoga. All levels welcome. $10. Taylor Conservatory, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. 888-383-4108. TaylorConservatory.org.

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HOLISTIC HEALING DETROIT WHOLISTIC CENTER Dr. Jesse Brown, ND 20944 Grand River Ave, Detroit 313-538-5433 DetroitWholisticCenter.com

Wholistic health services, colon hydrotherapy, reflexology, massage, body wraps, iridology, aqua-chi footbaths and consultations in nutrition and wellness.Coloncleansing herbal products such as Turkey Rhubarb herbal combination formula and Reneu’ by First Fitness. Lose weight wholistically, relieve constipation and bloating, improve your energy and skin and more.

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Comprehensive medical, integrative, nutritional and mental health care; natural therapy for thyroid and hormones, detox, weight loss, autoimmune conditions; functional medicine including glutenand food- sensitivity testing, DNA Genomic Wellness; address underlying causes of fatigue, fibromyalgia and natural pain management options; psychotherapy for all emotional and physical problems for individuals and couples; meditation and mindfulness-based approaches to wellness and longevity; The No Withdrawal-Sinclair Method “Cure for Alcoholism” (Curb-Cravings.com).

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The Metro Detroit Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation 1648 East 13 Mile Road Madison Heights, Michigan 48071 248-828-8494 info@HTNetwork.org - HTNetwork.org We are a unique, nonprofit organization connecting likeminded people and communities to farms and other sources dedicated to providing nutrientdense foods for our tables. With the belief that we are responsible for building good health – especially that of our children – the network strives to provide opportunities to learn about and experience foods that sustain and uplift us. Please join our Facebook and Meetup groups, or follow us on Pinterest.

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FROM HEAD TO TOE, ASTHMA TO VERTIGO, REFLEXOLOGY CAN HELP! Reflexology is a science, acknowledged by the National Institute of Health, based on the principle that there are reflexes in the hands and the feet that correspond with EVERY gland, organ and party of the body. I am a certified reflexologist through Branch Reflexology Institute in Okemos MI. I am privileged to work with a variety of clients- men, women and children of all ages and the results I see from reflexology both personally and professionally continue to amaze me!!!

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Integrative, holistic & patient-focused dentistry for your entire family We achieve pain free smiles and superior oral & general health goals, using the highest quality & state-of-the-art technology in dentistry, in the most comforting way possible. We use mercury free, biologically compatible and safe material for the whole family.

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Our Holistic Menu: • Safe Mercury free fillings & Removal

ORAL BACTERIAL ASSESSMENT WITH MICROSCOPE

• BPA Free Fillings • Non-surgical Peridontal Disease treatments / Healing Laser • NEW! Periodontal bacterial screening under microscope

Microscope used for Periodontal Disease Detection and Assessment

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• Fluoride Free Cleaning if needed • TMD/TMJ Bite Inbalance Treatment • Tooth-colored restorations • Same-Day CEREC® Ceramic 3D Custom Crowns • Bio-Compatible Dental Implants, Partials and Dentures • Cosmetic Veneers

DENTAL HEALTH CLEANING WITH EXAM & X-RAY

Some restrictions apply. Expires 8/31/18.

• Extractions and Root Canal Therapy • Invisalign Orthodontics • Sleep Apnea and Snoring Treatments • HealthyStart™ Addressing Children’ Sleep Disordered Breathing while straightening their teeth without braces

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Call today for a free consultation about mercury filling replacements.

Some restrictions apply. Expires 8/31/18.

Tooth sensitivity?

FREE ASSESSMENT for a natural solution

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ASSESSMENT FOR YOUR CHILD FOR SLEEP DISORDER BREATHING Some restrictions apply. Expires 8/31/18.

Now Accepting New Patients! 1325 N. Canton Center Rd. • Canton 5211 Schaefer • Dearborn

Call (734) 455-0095 to Schedule Your Appointment