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s the calendar flips to another year, I’m doing a double-take and furrowing my brow. Wasn’t it January 2017 just yesterday? How did we get here already? How did our kids grow so fast? How come I get a few strings of grey hair on the top of my head now?! Wasn’t I just a young mom not so long ago? How come I’ve already spent half of my lifetime in Europe and the other in the US. Can you believe that? Can I believe that?! When looking back at all my childhood memories, from the time we moved here many years ago to now 2018, it seems that I’m watching the movie of someone I’m familiar with, having somewhat a hard time realizing: “Yes, it’s me, it was me”. I feel like a totally different person now from what I used to be. Aren’t we all feeling this way at some point in our lives? Isn’t it why we may feel we live many different lives? Being born in France, I was raised with a very different approach and relation to food than most Americans do. As we bring you in this month’s issue our article on Healthy Weight Kids, it reminds me of three great books I recently read on French parenting, while I was trying to reconnect with my roots and bring a sense of logic in the food approach for my own kids. If you feel your children are struggling with weight issues, or if you are a young mom or mom-to-be, I strongly encourage you to read one or these three books on French parenting. They offer another perspective of the relationship other population have with food that could open you up to some great ideas to implement in your family. “French Kids Eat Everything” from Karen Le Billon, definitely the best book to read. “Bringing up Bébé” from Pamela Druckerman, and “Say Bonjour to the Lady, Parenting from Paris to New York” from Florence Mars and Pauline Leveque (mostly a picture book, but very self-explanatory, comparing our two cultures). All of these books can be found online. The website, KarenLebillon.com carries some good tips as well to check out. The New Year is a time of reflection as we count one more blessing year to our age. We’ve been through pleasant times and stressful times. Let the New Year celebration be a happy celebration, one of numerous new beginnings, even if it’s just as simple just being a new year on the calendar. Let’s use any single “excuse” to have fun with our families and friends, to destress our lives for even just one evening of counting backward from 60 to zero seconds! Laughing is a great stress reliever. With the increased demand on our daily family and business tasks, and with the isolation brought by too much technology, let’s drop our cell phones, I-pads, computers, digital social networks and other gadgets. Let’s reconnect with the Earth, its people and all it has provided us. One thing for sure, I will not take my Magnesium supplement on New Year’s Eve, but instead some Vitamin C, to make sure I would stay awake singing, dancing and counting with my friends and family till long past midnight! Happy New Year 2018 to you all! Enjoy the snow! Enjoy the Season! Enjoy Life! To all New Beginnings!

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20 UNDERSTANDING NUTRACEUTICALS

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22 HEALTHY WEIGHT KIDS

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24 KICK THE PLASTIC HABIT

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25 EAT WHEAT AGAIN Eight Ways to Restore Gut Health

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oddess Herbs & Co. is home to Dr. Robert Pizzimenti, holistic doctor of chiropractic for 25 years, holistic remedies and vegetarian cafe in Detroit. In addition to being a cafe, the center is well known for its’ herbal pharmacy which has over 250 medicinal herbs, stones, crystals, healthcare products, candles, incense, sage, alkaline water, black seed oil and more. In the summer of 2000, Dr. Robert Pizzimenti, “Dr. Bob” purchased the building on the corner of Woodward and Goldengate to begin a transformation into one of the first “Healing Centers” in the State of Michigan. Along the way, through a cast of characters and transformation, The Psychedelic Healing Shack, now Goddess Herbs & Co. has become the premier location for healing, personal growth, arts and community responsibility. Dr. Pizzimenti works along with his wife Tissheama, whom stocks hundreds of medicinal herbs to assist the body in healing. To start the transformation into a healthy being, schedule an “Unwinding” session with Dr. Bob. His eastern and western techniques of “Unwinding” and transforming, along with dietary advice and herb therapy, leaves one feeling awakened and transformed. Goddess Herbs & Co. also hosts musical, artistic, community and cultural events. Goddess Herbs & Co., 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-366-2247. PsychedelicHealingShack.com. Hours are MondayFriday, 10am-10pm. Wednesday, 10-12pm. Saturday, 10am-12pm and Sunday, 10am8pm. See ad page 9 and calendar events page 30.

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y increased customer demand, the Better Health Market recently announced that its Grosse Pointe store will double in size and expand product selections when it moves to 19221 Mack Ave., a few blocks south of its current location, in spring 2018. All Better Health Market locations will change their name to Better Health Market and Café, reflecting its more extensive offerings. The new Grosse Pointe Better Health Market and Café location will feature vast expansions of all of its departments, including organic produce, fresh meat, seafood and deli counter; vitamins and supplements; and grocery. Highlighting the store will be the Nature’s Kitchen café, featuring an organic salad bar; hot food bar; housemade bakery and dessert items; and smoothie and raw juice selection. The new 12,500-square-foot-store in Grosse Pointe will be the newest Better Health Market & Café location for the Michigan-based, family-owned independent, organic and natural market chain that currently has 14 stores. Construction will begin in the first quarter of 2018 shortly after the current tenant Barnes & Noble closes. “We are pleased to be able to best meet customer demand in Grosse Pointe with our new and expanded store,” said Tedd Handelsman, founder and president of Better Health. “The location is terrific, close to St. John Hospital and our customers, who will enjoy our large café, expanded departments and our on-site nutritionist and knowledgeable staff. It will serve a badly needed void in the area.” Handelsman continued, “Our current Grosse Pointe location is our best performing store. As more people become health-conscious, there is an increasing need for products and information to support healthy lifestyles. Our shoppers appreciate our abundant merchandise offerings, as well as our in-store educational seminars on a variety of health and wellness topics.” The Better Health Market & Café is a full line grocery store with a complete line of natural, organic and nutritional products; the largest selection of local, organic produce; and other foods that are carefully sourced without hydrogenated oils, added trans fats, artificial colors and flavors. It specializes in gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar free offerings, as well as vegetarian, vegan, paleo and non-GMO foods; meat and deli from animals that are humanely raised without antibiotics, hormones or added sulfites; Michigan wine and sulfite-free wine; gluten-free and locally brewed craft beer; a large assortment of organic health and beauty products; a wide array of vitamins and supplements from top brands such as Megafood, New Chapter and Whole Earth. “Our café has something for everyone, including the on-the-go customer, such as animal and plant-based entrées, sandwiches, wraps and burgers; smoothies and juices; vegetarian and vegan options; soups; and an organic salad bar. It will reshape how local residents and workers dine,” added Handelsman. Better Health Market & Cafe and Better Health Vitamin Stores are a Michigan-based, privately owned group of stores with locations in Ann Arbor, Belleville, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Dearborn, Grosse Pointe, Lansing, Livonia, Novi, Plymouth, Shelby Twp., Southgate and Sterling Heights. Better Health offers a wide selection of natural and organic food, as well as a full range of health products such as vitamins and other nutritional supplements, natural health and beauty aids, and wellness education. The Market & Café locations also feature a full-service meat and deli counter, organic salad and hot food bar, prepared foods, smoothies and raw juices, bakery and dessert items. For more information, visit TheBetterHealthStore. com. See ad, inside front cover.

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Researchers at the Imperial College London say that five servings of fruits and vegetables is a good start, but more is better. After conducting a worldwide meta-analysis of 2 million people that compared early mortality rates from cardiovascular disease and cancer, they recommend eating at least 10 three-ounce vegetable and fruit servings per day, which could prevent up to 7.8 million premature deaths each year.

AEROBICS KEEP THE BRAIN YOUNG Simple movement turns out to be the best way to lift mood, improve memory and protect the brain against age-related cognitive decline, according to Harvard Medical School researchers in an article, “Aerobic Exercise is the Key for Your Head, Just as It is for Your Heart.” Even brisk walking or jogging for 45 minutes can alleviate depression. The Journal of Physical Therapy Science notes that aerobic workouts can help people feel less stressed by reducing levels of the body’s natural stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol. 10

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Sugar Linked to Depression The journal Scientific Reports recently published a study that confirmed a link between a diet high in sugar and common mental disorders. In 2002, researchers from Baylor College found that higher rates of refined sugar consumption were associated with higher rates of depression. A 2015 study that included nearly 70,000 women found a higher likelihood of depression in those with high added sugar intake, but not in those with a high intake of naturally occurring sugars such as those found in fruit. The World Health Organization recommends that people reduce their daily intake of added sugars to less than 5 percent of their total energy intake; Americans typically consume three times that much. Meanwhile, one in six people worldwide suffers from a common mental problem such as a mood or anxiety disorder.

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DIAL DOWN STRESS How to Stay Calm and Cool by Lisa Marshall

hether from natural disasters, divisive politics, unmanageable workloads or a smartphone culture that makes it tough to unplug, U.S. adults are feeling more strain now than they have at any other time in the past decade, according to the American Psychological Association’s 2017 Stress in America Survey. One in three say their stress has increased in the past year and one in five rate the level at eight or more on a scale of one to 10. About three in five, or 59 percent, say they believe this is “the lowest point in the nation’s history” and nearly two-thirds say concerns about our nation’s future (including its health care, economy and international relations) are key sources of their stress. “We’re seeing significant stress transcending party lines,” notes Arthur C. Evans Jr., Ph.D., the association’s CEO. All that stress is having a powerful impact on health, with as many as 80 percent of visits to primary care physicians characterized as stress-related, according to the American Medical Association. 16

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Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one. ~Hans Selye Workplace stress accounts for 120,000 deaths a year—more than influenza, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease combined—according to a 2015 Stanford University study. Yet, empowering news has emerged amid this epidemic of anxiety-related illness. Research shows that by eating right, exercising and changing our mindset about stress itself, we can buffer our bodies from many health hazards. “Unfortunately, you can’t always avoid the things that stress you out. But you can control how you respond to stress before it takes over your life,” says Melanie Greenberg, Ph.D., a Mill Valley, California, psychologist and author of the recent book The Stress-Proof Brain: Master Your Emotional Response to Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroplasticity.

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Whether it’s an urgent email from the boss or a rude motorist driving unsafely, tense situations elicit a physiological response remarkably similar to what might occur if we were chased by a lion. Deep inside an almond-shaped region of the brain called the amygdala, an alarm goes off, signaling the release of hormones like adrenaline and cortisol that boost heart rate, usher extra blood to muscles, hasten breathing and spike blood sugar to provide more fuel for the brain to react. Evolutionarily, this response was key to early human survival, providing the energy boost needed to flee predators. Even today, it has its upside, says Greenberg. “In the short term, stress can be exciting and even beneficial, revving you up so you can put your passion and energy into something.” But chronic excess can lead to high blood pressure and blood sugar, inflammation, cognitive problems and a hair-trigger response to stress, in which our body overreacts even to mild annoyances. It can also, research suggests, accelerate aging by

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eroding the protective caps on our chromosomes, called telomeres. “Think of the stress response as an elastic band,” says Dr. Mithu Storoni, a Hong Kong physician and author of the new book Stress Proof: The Scientific Solution to Protect Your Brain and Body — and Be More Resilient Every Day. “If you pull it and it snaps back immediately, that’s fine. But if you pull it too intensely or too frequently, it doesn’t snap back, and there are lots of downstream consequences.”

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e can take charge and do even more things to keep stress at bay in the first place, says Christine Carter, Ph.D., a University of California, Berkeley, sociologist and author of The Sweet Spot: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less. “I’m all about prevention,” she says. “There are many ways to set up your life to be less stressful.”

Eating right can better protect our bodies, says New York City Registered Dietitian Malina Malkani. She recommends loading up on nutrient-dense, high-fiber foods like leafy greens, beans and lentils, nuts and seeds during stressful times, because they can slow our rate of digestion and minimize unhealthy dips and spikes in blood sugar. Beneficial, bacteria-rich foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi are other foundational foods for stressresilience, says Storoni, because they can dampen bodily inflammation that arises from chronic tension. They can also replenish bacterial strains like lactobacillus and bifidobacteria which, according to studies of college students, tend to decrease when we feel pushed beyond our limits to handle what’s coming at us. One 2016 study of 171 volunteers, published in the Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, found that those that ate yogurt containing lactobacillus plantarum daily for two months had fewer markers of stress in their blood. Another study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2007 found that when 132 adults drank a probiotic-infused milk drink daily for three weeks and were then subjected to an anxiety-prone situation, their brains reacted more calmly than those of a control group. “Probably the most important thing you can do to make your body stressresilient is to maintain a healthy ecosystem of bacteria in your gut,” advises Malkani, who recommends exchanging dessert for low-sugar yogurt every day and taking probiotic supplements as well as steering 17

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Multitask less, monotask more:

“The brain was not evolved to multitask and it can be stressful when we try to do so,” says Carter, referencing a Stanford University study. “At the end of the day, we end up feeling fried.” She recommends setting up a “fortress against interruption” for an hour or two each day when we feel most alert. Put the phone on mute, don noisecanceling headphones and ask coworkers or family members to not interrupt your focus on an important priority.

Don’t be a chronic media checker: Eighty-six percent of

Americans say they constantly or often check their email, texts or social media accounts, according to the latest Stress in America Survey. Half of U.S. workers say they respond to every email within a half-hour. Carter recommends instead scheduling a block of time at the beginning and end of each day for the task. During weekends and evenings, disable email and social media notifications. Research shows the more often we check, the more stressed we are. One recent study of British office workers found that checking email almost immediately boosts heart rate, blood pressure and cortisol levels, while refraining causes the stress response to subside.

Limit choices: Making decisions can

be stressful, and we are all faced with an increasing number of them every day. To limit a personal decision-making load, get boring. Devise a meal plan that doesn’t vary from week to week (unless it’s a happy creative outlet). Stock the wardrobe with favorite styles of shirts and shoes in different

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colors. Select and stick with one brand of natural toothpaste or granola.

Don’t overthink things: Ruminating on past events and relationship problems can be a great source of stress in the present moment. If there’s nothing that can be done about it, stop thinking about it. Literally visualize a stop sign when the thought bubbles up.

Daydream: Idle times, like standing

in line, sitting in traffic or showering can allow our brain to rest and recover from hassles. Embrace such opportunities and don’t clutter them up with technology; leave the phone and radio off.

Meditate: Invest 10 minutes daily to

sit still, focus on breathing, visualize an image or stare at an object and try to keep thoughts from drifting. Brain imaging studies published in the Brain Research Bulletin show that “Through [such] meditation, it’s possible to rewire your brain to create a new, stronger circuit that keeps your emotional reactivity under control,” says Dr. Mithu Storoni, who has published a book on the topic.

Heighten spirituality: Whether it’s regularly attending religious services, yoga meditation sessions or quiet walks in the woods, a spiritual practice can be a powerfully effective means of coping with stress and mitigating its health impacts. Duke University research shows that people regularly engaged in a spiritual practice are more likely to survive heart surgery, recover better from stroke, have shorter hospital stays and become depressed and stressed less often. “Spirituality connects you to the broader world, which in turn enables you to stop trying to control things all by yourself,” explains Dr. Roberta Lee, an integrative physician, in her book The SuperStress Solution. “When you feel part of a greater whole, it’s easy to understand that you aren’t responsible for everything that happens in life.”

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While diet and exercise can buffer our body from the impacts of chronic stress, a shift in mindset can keep it from becoming chronic in the first place, says Greenberg.“The goal is not to eliminate stress, but to put it in its place—to use its energizing and motivating aspects to take care of what needs to be done, and then relax,” and stop paying attention to 18

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People with a stress-hardy mindset may temper stress as an “excite-and-delight” challenge in adventurous situations. Others “tendand-befriend”, reaching out to help and comfort in times of tragedy. Studies show that when participants are told, “You’re the kind of person whose performance improves under pressure,” it does—by as much as one-third. ~Harvard Medical School Healthbeat it. This, she says, requires being mindful of what’s happening in the present moment. “When you feel your heart racing at the sight of another urgent demand at home or work, stop what you are doing, take a deep breath and tune into what’s happening in your body,” advises Greenberg. She notes that when the highly reactive amygdala “hijacks the brain”, we often say and do things in the heat of the moment that we later regret. Waiting just a moment (like counting to 10) allows the more rational part of our brain (the prefrontal cortex) to kick in. “It allows you to go from panic to, ‘I’ve got this.’” Greenberg observes that we often feel most stressed when we feel out of control. When faced with a daunting task, it may

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help to make a list of the things we have control over and a list of the things we can’t control—then make a plan to act on the manageable one and let the others go. “Mindfulness is also about keeping our self-judging and ruminating mind at bay, which may keep repeating, ‘I’m not doing enough,’” she says. “Realize that you do not have to listen to every thought that comes into your head. Ask yourself, ‘What is the most important thing for me to focus on right now?’” Greenberg also says it’s important to aim to broaden and brighten our view in tough times, explaining, “Feeling stress biases your brain to think in terms of avoiding threat and loss, rather than what you can gain or learn from the situation.” Start by jotting down three ways this challenging situation may be beneficial in the long run; also make a list of things and people we are grateful for, she suggests. “Practicing gratitude helps you realize that you have a choice about what to focus your attention on and you don’t have to let stressors take all the joy out of life,” according to Greenberg. As an added bonus, “You’re less likely to take your stress out on loved ones when you think about what they mean to you and how they have helped you,” she says. Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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clear of sweetened beverages and refined carbohydrates. The spice turmeric is also a good stress-buster due to its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to help normalize blood sugar, Storoni notes. Despite our natural craving for comfort food, it’s a good idea to go easy on saturated fats in the immediate aftermath of a traumatic situation, because stress slows fat metabolism. In one recent study, Ohio State University researchers asked 58 women about their previous day’s stressors, and then fed them the fat-loaded equivalent of a double cheeseburger and fries; the stressedout women burned 104 fewer calories. “If a woman had a stressful day at work every day and ate a meal like this, she could easily gain seven to 11 pounds in a year,” says study author Jan Kiecolt-Glaser, a professor of psychiatry and psychology and director of the university’s Institute for Behavioral Medicine. Exercise, too, can help combat stress-related illness. But Storoni attests that not all exercise is created equal. One recent study in the Journal of Physiology found that in animals daily moderate exercise (the equivalent of a light jog) can boost levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a critical brain protein diminished by stress and sleep deprivation, significantly more than weight training or intense exercise. On the flip side, excess strenuous exercise (laps around the track or an intense gym workout) can boost inflammation, whither brain cells, and aggravate the physical impacts of stress, says Storoni. “If you want to exercise to relieve the stress you just experienced, keep it at low intensity,” counsels Storoni. If possible, work out in the morning, as it can boost melatonin levels at night, helping you get to sleep faster, she notes.

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n 2010, President Obama and Michelle Obama launched Let’s Move! as their signature initiative to tackle epidemic levels of U.S. childhood obesity. While modest progress has been made, it remains a public health crisis. A brief by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the obesity rate remained fairly stable at nearly 17 percent between 2011 and 2014 for children 2 to 19 years old. Caused mainly by inadequate physical activity, unhealthy diets and rare genetic factors, obesity increases the risk of significant health problems, including high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes, plus joint and breathing issues. “We must launch our own family

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can be a better alternative than fast food. “The portions are more appropriate, so there’s more control of how much a child eats.” Tasty frozen organic meals are now available at many grocers.

baby carrots with hummus, is a nutrientrich snack for kids. Avoid snacks that have no nutritional value or are coated in sugar.” For more good ideas, see Tinyurl.com/ HealthySnackingOptions.

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“A large part of the obesity problem stems from children consuming sodas and refined, processed, junk and fried foods,” says Daemon “Dr. Dae” Jones, a Washington, D.C., naturopathic physician and author of Eat More Plants. “They are low in nutrients, and high in sugars and calories that pack on the pounds.” Jones says the best way to combat obesity and form healthy eating habits is to replace processed foods with a whole foods diet plentiful in colorful fruits and vegetables, with sides of whole grains, nuts and seeds, and beans and legumes. “These foods are high in vitamins, nutrients, fiber, proteins and healthy fats. Lean meats, chicken and fish are good choices for protein, as well.”

“There’s a strong correlation between sugary drinks and overweight, obese children,” observes Palmer. “I recommend that parents remove all sugary sodas, sports drinks and juice boxes from their children’s diets. Water and unsweetened seltzer water are great alternatives.”

Breakfast and Snacks Breakfast provides fuel for the body and helps young minds concentrate and learn, so experts warn against skipping or skimping on it. “I tell parents to, ‘Get out of the box,’” says Doctor of Naturopathy JoAnn Yanez, executive director of the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges. “Offer them a balance of fats, proteins and complex carbohydrates.” She suggests making a batch of pancakes using an extra egg or almond meal for protein, served with fresh fruit and nitrate-free sausage. “I also recommend steel cut oats,” she says. “I make them in advance, and in the morning add in all sorts of good stuff such as fresh fruit, almond meal and almond milk.” “Although almost everything can be enjoyed in moderation, decreasing or eliminating high-calorie, high-fat, lownutrient treats can also help children develop healthy eating habits for life and prevent obesity,” says Registered Dietitian Wendy Palmer, manager of child wellness and a certified health education specialist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. “A medium-sized apple or banana, or a cup of 23

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Palmer notes that many eating patterns are set before a child turns 3, so limiting all sugary drinks, including juices, is an important component of teaching young children healthier eating habits that will last a lifetime. Studies suggest a strong link between obese children and obese adults, so for parents concerned that their child’s cute baby fat has turned into something more, the time to act is now. Amber Lanier Nagle is a freelance writer in Northwest Georgia (AmberNagle.com).

Media Promote Junk Food by Amber Lanier Nagle

econdary causes of childhood obesity include pervasive junk food marketing. A recent study in Obesity Reviews showed that young people exposed to advertising for foods and beverages high in fat, sugar and salt had a higher incidence of selecting the advertised products instead of healthier options. Parents can use simple strategies to limit their kids’ exposure to this mesmerizing influence.

Reduce Screen Time—Decrease the amount of time children spend viewing TV, computers, tablets and smartphones.

Teach Kids About Advertising—Watch some ads with children. Talk to them about misleading messaging, underscoring how most advertisers’ intentions aren’t in the audience’s best interests.

Fast Forward Through Commercials— Take control and bypass ads using a DVR player or streaming service; mute the TV during ads. Primary source: WebMD.com

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Kick the Plastic Habit Choose Earth-Friendly Alternatives by Avery Mack

rocery bags, bottles, cups and straws comprise much of the 9.1 billion tons of plastic manufactured worldwide in the past 65 years. Once discarded, 79 percent resides in landfills and litters the environment, with more created daily. Annually, the equivalent of five grocery bags of trash for every foot of coastline worldwide enters the oceans, killing 100,000 marine animals. A 2016 World Economic Forum report says that by 2050, the world’s seas could contain more plastic than fish. At the 2017 Our Ocean Conference, the Ocean Conservancy and its partners announced a $150 million preventive plan. “This is a major breakthrough for trash-free seas,” says Susan Ruffo, the conservancy’s managing director of international initiatives. “Our research found improved waste management in Southeast Asian countries [Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and China] can halve plastic going in the ocean by 2025.” When the United Nations launched the Clean Seas campaign in 2017, Indonesia pledged $1 billion to reduce plastic waste by 70 percent within eight years through educa24

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tion, taxes on plastic bags and investing in alternative products. Increased awareness is crucial to buy and discard less, create alternatives and recycle more to support the planet’s overall health.

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Lacking space, technology and equipment to transform waste into reusable materials, U.S. municipalities typically ship it to a sorter for processing elsewhere; often to China, where new regulations restrict what’s accepted, leaving trash haulers scrambling. Although recyclable, these are the worst plastics: #3, Polyvinyl chloride, used in plastic wrap, toys, squeeze bottles and packaging for peanut butter, contains lead and phthalate esters (chemical compounds) that affect development of testosterone, according to a study by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. #6, Polystyrene, in Styrofoam, plastic utensils and disposable or carryout containers, is toxic to our brain and nervous system; ask what restaurants use. #7, Polycarbonate, found in the lin-

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ing of canned foods, sports drinks, juice drinks, ketchup bottles and clear sippy cups, contains bisphenol A (BPA), a proven endocrine disruptor.

Small Changes Make a Difference Recycling weakens plastic grocery bags, necessitating double-bagging to avoid spills. Average families annually accumulate about 1,500 plastic bags, with 99 percent ending in landfills, as litter or stuffed in the pantry, according to the Center for Biological Diversity. Worldwide, many countries ban or tax bags. “Annually, 50 billion water bottles are sold globally, including 30 billion in the U.S. That’s 1,500 individual water bottles thrown away per second,” says Deanna Latson, co-founder of ARIIX, which makes water purification systems, in Bountiful, Utah. “One filter can purify the equivalent of thousands of them a year.” The U.S. annual bottle recycling rate is 23 percent. Beth Terry, of Oakland, California, author of Plastic-Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too, offers 100 tips at MyPlasticFreeLife.com, including this planet-saving advice: 4 Opt for bar soap instead of liquid, soap nuts in lieu of plastic-packaged powders, and baking soda and lemon or vinegar rather than sprays to clean. 4 Ask the butcher to wrap meat in paper, forgoing trays and plastic wrap. 4 Buy fruit and vegetables at farmers’ markets; return containers for reuse. 4 Turn out-of-fashion garments into cleaning rags; skip plastic scrubbers. 4 Carry reusable water bottles and cloth shopping bags. 4 Avoid over-packaged frozen foods. 4 Use glass jars for leftovers and storage. 4 Buy kitty litter packaged in paper. 4 Choose stainless steel pet food and water bowls. As a substitute, glass is endlessly recyclable, but facilities are few. Find resource centers at gpi.org/glass-resource-locator. “Plastic innovations stop at invention and don’t follow through to end-oflife solutions,” says Tom Szaky, CEO and founder of TerraCycle, in Trenton, New Jersey. It accepts both basic and difficult-

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Tell companies when products have excessive or harmful packaging. In Delray Beach, Florida, Saltwater Brewery created biodegradable, safely edible wheat and barley six-pack rings to replace traditional plastic rings that are hazardous to wildlife. Restaurants routinely provide fresh plastic straws with refills. BYOS (bring your own straw), whether plastic, stainless steel or paper, and let management know why. Americans daily discard 500 million plastic straws (StrawlessOcean.org/alternatives). “Consumers are willing to change if options are available,” observes Szaky. “Manufacturers need to offer high-quality, reusable products designed for reuse equal or superior in value to single-use, disposable items.” Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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EAT WHEAT AGAIN Eight Ways to Restore Gut Health by John Douillard

he New York University Langone Medical Center recently reported that 74 percent of Americans experience some form of digestive distress, a quarter are obese and more than 100 million U.S. adults are pre-diabetic and don’t know it. While many blame such problems on eating wheat, some food scientists disagree, including those citing two major studies by Harvard researchers; following more than 100,000 people for 25 years, they concluded that those eating the most wheat compared to low-gluten folks had a 13 percent lower diabetes risk and no greater risk of heart disease. While the standard American diet, which includes highly processed wheat, is likely responsible for many of these health concerns, plenty of science links a diet rich in whole grains, including whole wheat, to weight loss, better digestion and lower blood sugar. The Mediterranean Diet, replete with whole grains and wheat, is still revered as one of the healthiest-known diets. Centenarians that live in the famed “blue zones”, recognized for their longevityenhancing environment and lifestyles, eat a non-processed, whole-food diet rich in whole grains and wheat.

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Many Americans that are gluten-sensitive today digested wheat fine when they were young. At some point, our ability to digest foods that are a bit harder to digest, like wheat and dairy, became compromised. It’s possible to reboot.

Delete Processed Foods

The first step toward reestablishing digestive strength is avoiding all processed foods. A study in the journal Diabetes Care linked a processed food diet to a 141 percent increase in belly fat, high blood sugar and high cholesterol. It further showed that a diet of whole grains, including wheat, reduced the risk of these health concerns by 38 percent. Monitor these ingredients to achieve a healthier diet. n Avoid all added sugars or artificial sweeteners. Allow nothing more than six grams of naturally occurring sugar per serving. n Avoid fried foods and baked goods made with refined cooking oils used to preserve them like bread, muffins, cookies, energy bars, most packaged foods and chips. n Eat bread that’s only made of organic whole wheat, salt water and starter.

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n Use ginger, cumin, coriander, cardamom and fennel.

Highly processed vegetable oils are used as preservatives in most packaged foods, including bread. Processing these oils renders them indigestible. Linked to congestion of the liver and gallbladder, they disable liver bile so it can’t break down either good or bad fats, also making it insufficient to buffer stomach acids. Without adequate bile production to neutralize stomach acid, the stomach won’t produce the needed acid to digest proteins like gluten and the casein in dairy. This malady has effected a huge spike in gallbladder surgeries and epidemic levels of obesity, high blood sugar and food intolerances. To boost bile flow, enjoy these foods daily: n Eat one red beet and one apple a day— either raw, cooked, juiced or blended. Add celery and make a bile-flow smoothie. n Consume one teaspoon of both coconut oil and high-quality olive oil per day. n Eat more artichokes, bitter roots and leafy greens. n Drink fennel and fenugreek tea with meals.

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Instead of taking digestive enzymes or a hydrochloric acid-based stomach acid pill, stimulate the stomach to make its own acid and the small intestine and pancreas to produce digestive enzymes. This is best done regularly with the following five spices:

Studies published in journals such as Molecular Nutrition & Food Research and the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry suggest that when these five spices are used together —as a supplement, in cooking or to flavor food—they act as a total upper digestive reset. These five-star spices: 4 Stimulate digestion 4 Increase bile flow, pancreatic and small intestine enzyme activity, and fat and sugar metabolism 4 Decrease H. pylori, an opportunistic acid-producing microbe, from adhering to the stomach 4 Decrease gas and bloating 4 Support optimal weight, microbiology health, growth of good gut bacteria and elimination 4 Act as powerful free-radical scavengers Following these simple steps of nutrition will set gluten sufferers on the right path to retraining the body to digest and enjoy wheat again. John Douillard, a Boulder, CO, doctor of chiropractic and creator of the wellness website LifeSpa.com, is the former director of player development and nutrition advisor to the New Jersey Nets NBA team. He is author of the book Eat Wheat: A Scientific and Clinically-Proven Approach to Safely Bringing Wheat and Dairy Back into Your Diet. Learn more at EatWheatBook.com.

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ew research shows you can stop a cold in its tracks if you take one simple step with a new device when you first feel a cold coming on. Colds start when cold viruses get in your nose. Viruses multiply fast. If you don’t stop them early, they spread in your airways and cause misery. But scientists have found a quick way to stop a virus. Touch it with copper. Researchers at labs and universities worldwide agree — copper is “antimicrobial.” It kills microbes, such as viruses and bacteria, just by touch. Four thousand years ago ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. Now we know why it worked so well. Researchers say a tiny electric charge in microbe cells gets short-circuited by the high conductance of copper. This destroys the cell in seconds. Tests by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) show germs die fast on copper. So some hospitals switched to copper touch surfaces, like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives. The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. When he felt a cold coming on he fashioned a smooth copper probe and rubbed it gently in his nose for 60 seconds. “It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold went away completely.” It worked

again every time he felt a cold coming on. He reports he has never had a cold since. He asked relatives and friends to try it. They said it worked for them, too. So he patented CopperZap™ and put it on the market. Soon hundreds of people had tried it and given feedback. Nearly 100 percent said the copper stops their colds if used within 3 hours of the first sign. Even up to 2 days after the first sign, if they still get the cold it is milder and they feel better. Users wrote things like, “It stopped my cold right away,” and “Is it supposed to work that fast?” Pat McAllister, age 70, received one as a gift and called it “one of the best presents ever. This little jewel really works.” Sinus trouble, stuffiness, cold sores. People often use CopperZap Copper may even help stop flu if for prevention, before cold signs apused early and for several days. In a pear. Karen Gauci, who flies often for her job, used to get colds after crowded lab test, scientists placed 25 million live flu viruses on a CopperZap. No viruses flights. Though skeptical, she tried it were found alive soon after. several times a day on travel days for The EPA says the natural color 2 months. “Sixteen flights and not a change of copper does not reduce its sniffle!” she exclaimed. ability to kill germs. Businesswoman Rosaleen says CopperZap is made in the U.S. of when people are sick around her she pure copper. It carries a 90-day full uses CopperZap morning and night. money back guarantee and is available “It saved me last holidays,” she said. for $49.95 at CopperZap.com or toll“The kids had colds going around and free 1-888-411-6114. around, but not me.” ADVERTORIAL

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

MONDAY, JANUARY 1 Quartz Crystal Singing Bowl Guided Meditation – 7-8pm. One hour reiki infused guided sound healing meditation with shamanic healing elements by Lisa Harthun of Healing Balance LLC Holistic Wellness. No prior meditation experience needed. $10. The Candle Wick Shoppe, 175 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 2 Dance Mixx – 9am. High-intensity dance workout mixes modern moves with strength training. Set to top 40 music, dance mixx targets the three major muscle groups for a full body workout. $12. Jazzercise Allen Park Studio, 6631 Allen Rd, Allen Park. 248-210-0342. Jazzercise.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3 Kid’s Yoga – 2-3pm. Class with Julie Silberg. Fun filled workshop for little yogis that will include an introduction to meditation, breath and asana. $15. The Northville Yoga Room, 170 E Main St, 3rd fl, Northville. 248-308-3542. Northville.MIYogaRoom.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 4 BMR Detroit Group Run – 5:45-7:30pm. Come out to run/walk with BMR. Pick the distance (1-7 miles depending on fitness level) and time. Free. Detroit Riverwalk, 1340 Atwater by the carousel, Detroit. Facebook.com/BCastleB.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 5 Paramahansa Yogananda’s Birthday Celebration – 5-9:30pm. Celebrate Paramahansa Yogananda’s 117th birthday. Highlights of the celebration include a commemorative meditation that includes honorary readings on and from Yogananda and following the service, a homemade birthday cake. Free. Song of the Morning, 9607 E Stugeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt. 989-983-4107. SongOfTheMorning.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 6 Trap Yoga-Future Edition – 9-10am. Experience where hood and hippy meet through an all levels foundation flow to the tune of favorite Future hit. Great for beginners, seasoned yogis who want a new spin and trap music lovers. Bring a mat and an open mind. $7. SOS Performance and Fitness, 16915 Livernois Ave, Detroit. Kisa, 480-453-1384. KisaDollYoga@Gmail.com. Meditation – 1-4pm. Listen to scriptural readings, including the writings of Paramahansa Yogananda, and sacred chants. Stay for all three hours or come and go on the hour. Free. Song of the Morning, 9607 E Stugeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt. 989-983-4107. SongOfTheMorning.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7 Donation Yoga Outreach Class – 9:45-11am. Enjoy a fun community yoga class that is empowering and inclusive. All levels welcome. Donations will serve those in need in the downriver area by benefiting the Wyandotte Soup Kitchen. Bring a yoga mat

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please. Suggested cash donation $5-10. Wyandotte YACK Area Warming Room, 3131 3rd St, Wyandotte. 359Yoga.com

MONDAY, JANUARY 8 Time To Transform: Goal Setting – 7-8pm. Wanting to lose weight? Get in shape? Improve longevity? Join in for a weekly meeting at TLC Holistic Wellness every Monday night. Learn support and share, weight-loss support group. Learn why cravings exist, how to overcome the barriers to dieting. Free. TLC Holistic Wellness, 31582 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP: 734-664-0339.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 Belly Fat, Diabetes and Cognitive Impairment – 6pm. Complimentary dinner immediately following seminar about how hormone imbalances lead to belly fat, diabetes, cognitive decline and other health issues. Free. Rose’s Restaurant and Lounge, 201 N Canton Center Rd. Limited seating, RSVP: 734-716-5588.

save the date Belly Fat, Diabetes and Cognitive Impairment – 6pm. Complimentary dinner immediately following seminar about how hormone imbalances lead to belly fat, diabetes, cognitive decline and other health issues. Presented by leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan, ND. Free. Rose’s Restaurant and Lounge, 201 N Canton Center Rd. Limited seating, RSVP: 734-716-5588. Coffee and Coloring for Teens and Adults – 6:308pm. Relax while coloring and enjoy a cup of coffee. Supplies provided but feel free to bring supplies. Free. Civic Center Library, Michigan Room, 32777 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. 734-466-2491. Livonia PublicLibrary.org. Detoxification and Purification – Discover the body’s potential through clinical purification. Dr. Danielle Potter will explain how the body can become toxic, the resulting symptoms and what natural solutions are available. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 Detoxification/Weight Loss – 7-8:30pm. Learn about latest natural formulas for safely reducing belly fat and increasing metabolic rate, how and why they work. Free. Karl Wellness Center and Chiropractic, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. RSVP: 734-4258220. KarlWellnessCenter.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 12 Drop-In Workshop: Snow Snakes – 6-9pm. Learn a traditional Inuit game and decorate a simple stick to look like a snake. Free. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave. 313-833-7900. DIA.org.

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Beginner Pilates Class – 9am. Pilates is a method of body conditioning that develops the body uniformly, corrects posture, restores vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit. All levels welcome. $15. Great Pilates Now, 47144 Northgate Dr, Canton. GreatPilatesNow.com. Quartz Crystal Singing Bowl Guided Meditation – 7-9pm. Reiki infused guided sound healing meditation with shamanic healing elements by Lisa Harthun of Healing Balance LLC Holistic Wellness Therapies. Perfect way to relieve some stress and reset life. No meditation experience needed. Bring a yoga mat and or blanket and optional item for the healing altar to be given back after meditation. Afterwards, enjoy a custom detox tea blend and grounding dark chocolate. $20. The Livonia Yoga Center, 19159 Merriman Rd, Livonia. LHartun_HealingBalance@yahoo.com.

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save the date Time To Transform: Overcoming Addictions – 7-8pm. Wanting to lose weight? Get in shape? Improve longevity? Join in for a weekly meeting at TLC Holistic Wellness every Monday night. Learn support and share, weight-loss support group. Learn how to reprogram the brain to change bad habits. Free. TLC Holistic Wellness, 31582 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP: 734-664-0339.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 Emotions and Essential Oils – 7:15pm. Emotions can interrupt our lives in different ways. Learn how to identify and release limiting beliefs and patterns in life with the help and use of therapeutic grade essential oils. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.

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save the date Autoimmune, Thyroid and Gut Health – 6pm. Leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan will reveal how the digestive system impacts immune function and the role the thyroid plays. Dinner provided. Free. Station 885 Restaurant, 885 Starkweather St, Plymouth. Limited seating, RSVP: 734-716-5588. Wellness Wednesday – 9am-9pm. Enjoy a special 20% off discount. Does not apply to Juice Bar, Professional Line products, Family Farms and manager specials. Free. Nutrition Unlimited, 14185 Eureka Rd, Southgate. 734-284-2357. SuperHealthShop.com.

Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking. ~Marcus Aurelius

save the date Cleansing, Detox and Essential Oils – 6-7:30pm. Presented by Nader Bazzi DDS and Nishath Hakim MD. Learn how the power of healthy foods and therapeutic essential oils can help remove toxins in the body the natural way. Discussion topics will include workout support, chronic inflammation, insomnia, allergies, gut health, depression, kids and supplementation. Free. Contemporary Dentistry and Implantogology PC, 1325 N Canton Center Rd, Canton. 734-480-8667. ContemporaryDental.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 Meditation – 7:15pm. Want to clear energy? 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. Everyone, all levels, welcome. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 2018 Goals and Vision Board Retreat – 10am12pm. Two special guest speakers will present; Krista Guida, advisor for Sage Goddess and Melissa Tea, of Fitness by Melissa health and fitness coach. All materials will be provided as well as light refreshments. $5. Richard A Young Recreation Center, 5400 McKinley St, Dearborn Heights. ItsYourBusiness Scene@Gmail.com. 313-277-7080. Seminar: Arranging Fresh Flowers – 1-2pm. Brighten the home with fresh flowers. Learn the basics of floral design. Free. English Gardens Florist, 22602 Ford Rd, Dearborn Heights. 313-565-8133. OnlineFlorist.EnglishGardens.com. How to Achieve Total Fitness – 2-4pm. Begin the New Year by committing to health and wellness. Felicia Maxwell, certified trainer and instructor will share tips on how to make healthier choices and modify a fitness program for everyones needs. Free. Detroit Public Library Duffield Branch, 2507 W Grand Blvd, Detroit. 313-224-6456. DetroitPublicLibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 23 All About B Vitamins – 7:15pm. Come and learn about vitamin B deficiencies and the twenty different B vitamins. Free. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 Belly Fat, Diabetes and Cognitive Impairment – 6pm. Complimentary dinner immediately following seminar about how hormone imbalances lead to belly fat, diabetes, cognitive decline and other health issues. Free. Rose’s Restaurant and Lounge, 201 N Canton Center Rd. Limited seating, RSVP: 734-716-5588.

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save the date Ask an Expert – 5:30-7pm. Consultations for startups and small businesses with attorneys, finance and marketing professionals, tech firms and more. Refreshments will be provided. Free public parking for TechTown is availavle in the large lot on Amsterdam between Woodward and Cass Ave. Free. TechTown Detroit, 440 Burroughs St, Detroit. 313-879-5250. Tech TownDetroit.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 29 Pretty In Pumps – 7pm. This class combines elements of kizoma, bellydance and all styles feminine and unique. Open to all dance fitness levels. Come experience fun grooves guaranteed to lift spirits and tone. Wear yoga/work out clothes and comfortable shoes, heels for a more intense workout. $10. Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers, Detroit. PennyLoveFitness.com. Time To Transform – 7-8pm. Wanting to lose

SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 Temple Gathering to Discuss Sexuality and Consciousness – 5-7pm. Curious about Mystery School of the Temple but not sure where to start? Join in for a temple gathering – a regular gathering for seekers, getting a chance to connect and discuss openly on sexuality, consciousness, spirituality, tantra and more. After an opening meditation, there is a Sacred Circle, creating a safe space to share and ask questions on intimate topics, similar to a Satsang in the yoga tradition with a flavor of the talking stick traditions of Native American shamanism. Free. Mystery School of the Temple Arts, Dearborn. Must RSVP: Support@LeslieBlackburn.com. LeslieBlackburn.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 22 Time To Transform – 7-8pm. Wanting to lose weight? Get in shape? Improve longevity? Join in for a weekly meeting at TLC Holistic Wellness every Monday night. Learn support and share, weight-loss support group. Learn the twelve bad foods to avoid for health and weight loss. Free. TLC Holistic Wellness, 31582 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP: 73-664-0339.

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weight? Get in shape? Improve longevity? Join in for a weekly meeting at TLC Holistic Wellness every Monday night. Learn support and share, weight-loss support group. Learn how to focus on successes and let failures go. Free. TLC Holistic Wellness, 31582 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP: 734-664-0339.

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planahead SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Meditation – 1-4pm. Listen to scriptural readings, including the writings of Paramahansa Yogananda, and sacred chants. Stay for all three hours or come and go on the hour. Free. Song of the Morning, 9607 E Stugeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt. 989-983-4107. SongOfTheMorning.org.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Pressure Point Therapy – 7-8pm. Learn how to relieve stress and tension with this highly effective technique. Bring a partner for best results. Free. Karl Wellness Center, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. RSVP: 734-425-8220. KarlWellnessCenter.com. Essential Exercises – 8-9pm. Put a positive spin on the day. Learn a lifechanging exercise originating from the practices of Tibetan monks, along with the most essential stretches for health and fitness. Free. Karl Wellness Center, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. RSVP: 734-425-8220. KarlWellness Center.com.

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sunday 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. The Scarab Club, 217 Farnsworth, Detroit. 248-9103351. DanceMT.com. Jazz in the Afternoon – 2-5pm. Gina’s Jazz & Soul Food presents Jazz in the Afternoon featuring Sky Covington & Jimi Blues. Free. 17410 E Warren, Detroit. 248-766-8332.

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. Skate Night – 6-8pm. Join friends and family for roller skating fun. Skate rental $1.50. $2 admission. Lincoln Park Skating Center, 1419 Southfield Rd. 313-381-7465. LincolnParkSkating.com.

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

Time To Transform – 7pm. Wanting to lose weight? Get in shape? Improve longevity? Join in for a weekly meeting at TLC Holistic Wellness every Monday night. Learn support and share, weight-loss support group. Free. TLC Holistic Wellness, 31582 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP: 734-664-0339.

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Tea & Talk Series - 6-7:30pm. Jan 8: A Healthy Heart, Jan 15: Nourishing The Mind, Jan 22: Satisfying Soul, Jan 29: Love. Free. Goddess Herbs & Co., 18700 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 313-366-2247.

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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 Senior Day – 9am-9pm. Seniors ages 62 and over can enjoy an extra discount of sixteen percent off. Free. Nutrition Unlimited, 14185 Eureka Rd, Southgate. SuperHealthShop.com 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. Itch-to-Stitch – 6-7:30pm. Knitters and crocheters gather to work on their latest projects. Bring projects, enjoy company while working and get help from experienced knitters. Free. Taylor Community Library, 12303 Pardee, Taylor. CityOfTaylor.com. Open Mic – 8pm. 2nd Tue. For musicians, poets, comedians, etc. Sign-up starts at 6:30pm. Free. Always Brewing Detroit, 19180 Grand River, Detroit. 313-879-1102.

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save the date Doctor Bob’s Healing Experience -78:30pm. Renowned Chiropractor, Doctor Bob Pizzamenti, hosts a free, health talk, yoga session, meditation, and tea. Free. Goddess Herbs & Co., 18700 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 313-366-2247.

wednesday 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. Special Discount Event – 9am-9pm. Enjoy an extra sixteen percent off (no discounts on family farms, professional lines, manager specials and juice bar). Free. Nutrition Unlimited, 14185 Eureka Rd, Southgate. SuperHealthShop.com. 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. Crafts Hour – 2-3pm. Ages 5-12. Free. Harper Woods Public Library, Once Upon a Time Rm, 19601 Harper Ave. 313-343-2575. 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. Canton Communicators Club – 6:30pm. Learn to become a better communicator and improve public speaking abilities. Canton Human Services Center, 50430 School House Rd, Rm D, Canton. 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.

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. Smith Middle School, 23851 Yale St, Dearborn. 734-429-3214. 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. 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 Adult Creative Coloring – 2-4pm. Coloring pages and crayons will be provided if needed. Free. Dearborn Senior Services, Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. 313-942-2412. DearbornFordCenter.com. 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. 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.

Jam Session – 10pm-2am. Harbor House Detroit presents Thursday Night Jam Session hosted by Sky Covington. $5. Harbor House, 440 Clinton, Detroit. 248-766-8332. HarborHouseMi.com.

friday Senior Fitness – 11am-12pm. Hosted by Healthy Detroit and Detroit Parks and Recreation Department. All levels welcome. Free. Butzel Family Center, 7737 Kercheval Ave, Detroit. 313-628-2100. Detroit City Chess Club – 4-8pm. Join the Detroit City Chess Club in their regular Friday meet-ups in Prentis Court. Free. DIA, 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit. DIA.org. 313-833-7900. Stretching Class – 5:30pm. All levels welcome. Free. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com.

All levels welcome. $10. Taylor Conseratory, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. 888-383-4108. TaylorConservatory.org. 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. Yoga – 11:45am. All levels welcome. $5 per class for prepay or $7 drop in. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com. Adult Writers’ Group – 2-3pm. Interested in writing? Join other adults to share work, get feedback and discuss the craft of writing. Free. Canton Public Library, Group Study Room A, 1200 S Canton Center Rd. 734-397-0999. CantonPL.org. Hatha Flow Donation Yoga – 4pm. All levels welcome in a serene studio with natural light. Be Nice Yoga, 4100 Woodward, Detroit. 313-544-9787.

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

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

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