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s we enter the dog days of summer, when fathers are remembered and kids are afoot, we focus on health and fitness for him and well-being for the whole family. This month, writer Melanie Laporte offers an insightful path to wellness in “Nature’s Toolbox: The Key to Prostate Health,” an up-todate report on the latest approaches to treating and preventing some major problems associated with this tiny yet highly important gland. Prostate health resonates with me as my father developed prostate cancer 4 years ago. He was at the time advised by different oncologists that his only option would be to remove the prostate, as his cancer was already advanced and pretty aggressive. Since many of my uncles had this type of surgery in the past and are now living with the daily inconvenience of not having a prostate, my father was very reluctant to undergo the surgery, and chose instead to make a complete switch in his life habits and followed his daughter’s recommendation for nutritional supplementation, and general overall health based nutrition. He also agreed to radiation therapy that only one of his oncologists agreed to in exchange for my dad’s promise that if the radiation therapy wouldn’t work within the next 6 months, then he would agree to the total removal of his prostate through surgery. My dad had 3 weeks ahead of him to apply my recommendations before getting a spot for radiotherapy. He applied my recommendation fully, by the letter. The day before radiation therapy began, his PSA levels had dropped to an almost non-cancerous state, whereas 3 weeks before starting his new health regimen, his PSA levels were sky rocking high. It’s been 3 years now that my dad is officially cancer free. He is followed twice a year by his oncologist, who is still amazed by the “inexplicable” very good and quick recovery my dad had enjoyed. My dad continues his healthy nutrition and keeps supplementing on a daily basis, as a preventative measure this time. As we focus on this month men’s issue, in his article “Fatherhoods’ Pain and Glory: We Must Face Our Own Story First”, Chris Bruno offers inspiration to fathers with his personal essay. Of course, cerebral health knows no gender and “Food Sleuth” Melinda Hemmelgarn’s “Brain-Savers: Smart Strategies to Keep Dementia at Bay” is a must-read for anyone concerned with preventing and treating cognitive decline and memory loss. More than a third of global dementia cases are preventable, so adopting diet and lifestyle risk reduction measures is a “no-brainer”. One way to feed the brain is with the unique nutrients found in mushrooms. Discover the magic in these healthy (and delicious) fungi with writer April Thompson’s “Medicinal Mushrooms: Beyond Buttons and Portabellas.” This month’s Wise Words also points the way to the healing power of foods and much more with Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s take on “Chasing Life.” CNN’s chief medical correspondent shares his eye-opening experiences following an immersive tour of some of the happiest and healthiest places on Earth. The resulting docuseries of the same name explores, among other helpful topics, how ancient traditions may play a role in 21st-century health care. I hope this month’s magazine will be enjoyed by many men and their family members. I also would like to wish our local Dr. Jesse Brown, ND, father and grandfather, from the Detroit Wholistic Center on Grand River Avenue, a Happy 20th Anniversary as the founder of the Center, for the health of his community.

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Contents 12 BRAIN-SAVERS

Smart Strategies for Preventing Dementia

15 BUILT-IN BIOFEEDBACK

Musle Testing for Better Health

16 SANJAY GUPTA ON

‘Chasing Life’

17 MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS

Beyond Buttons and Portabellas

20 NATURE’S TOOLBOX The Key to Prostate Health

22 JUST ADD WATER Aquatic Workouts for Him

23 FATHERHOOD’S PAIN AND GLORY

We Must Face Our Own Story First

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June 2019

Improving Health through Nutrition, Lifestyle Changes and Gentle Chiropractic

inding a holistic wellness chiropractor who understands changing health care needs, and who uses the most current techniques and approaches to addressing health problems can be a daunting task. Dr. Sherry Yale, of TLC Holistic Wellness, has a passion for helping people improve their health, and to educate them about natural alternative solutions to common health problems. She encourages people to take a more active and responsible role in restoring and maintaining their own health, as well as the health of the people around them. By incorporating gentle chiropractic, muscle testing and specific nutritional testing to determine the best diet and nutritional support, Dr. Yale changes lives by restoring energy and vitality to those seeking improved health. The first nutritional visit with Dr. Yale lasts approximately one hour, where she reviews your health history and concerns with you. Then, she muscle tests 31 reflex points, covering all your organs and glands. Additional points can be added, such as joint problems, skin problems, etc. Then she uses test kits with muscle testing to evaluate the sensitivity to various heavy metals, chemicals, food sensitivities and immune challenges, such as viruses, bacteria, yeas/fungus and parasites. Then she determines a nutritional protocol to help the body rebalance and heal itself. The first chiropractic visit with Dr.. Yale also lasts approximately one hour. Here, she also reviews your health history and concerns with you. Then, she measures your spinal ranges of motion to detect reduced or excessive motion. She muscle tests 95 muscles throughout the body to evaluate the nerve integrity at every level of the spine. Once this is all done, a thorough and gentle chiropractic adjustment is delivered to realign the spine and extremities, TMJ, etc., as needed.

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Wednesday Night Workouts in Downtown Plymouth

ines Park Lincoln Wednesday night workouts in Downtown Plymouth are weekly opportunities for anyone in the community to take their first step towards a more active and healthy lifestyle. Join over 300 community neighbors, as Kellogg Park is converted into a massive outdoor fitness studio. Workouts are beginner friendly, designed for all ages, and are led by Plymouth’s top instructors. Meet for refreshments and VIP shopping afterwards, at Sun and Snow. Event sponsors include Hines Park, Community Financial. Coldwell Bank, Lincoln and the Wellness Center of Plymouth. The complete schedule of workouts is available online and includes yoga, pilates, werq, jazzercise and more including five minute chair massage for $5 on June 12, July 17 and August 14th from the Wellness Center of Plymouth. Hines Park Lincoln Wednesday Night Workouts – 6:30. June 5-August 28. Kellogg Park, W Ann Arbor Trl, Plymouth. SunAndSnow.com/Events. Hello@SunAndSnow.com. 734-663-9515.

Dearborn Tai Chi Easy Class New Location

rin Reas, a certified tai chi and qigong teacher, will be moving her Thursday morning Tai Chi Easy class in June. The class consists of five movements from traditional Yang style Tai Chi that can be done sitting or standing plus other gentle movements, breathing exercises and self-applied massage. Tai Chi Easy may improve balance, lower blood pressure, reduce pain, improve immune system function and increase mental focus. Many hospitals are starting to offer tai chi and qigong to patients with cancer, cardiac, autoimmune or other chronic diseases. Tai Chi Easy was created by reviewing the most popular and beneficial forms to come up with a set of practices that are easy to teach and learn. The student does not have to spend months learning the traditional 108 movement form or even the shortened 24 movement form to experience the health benefits of tai chi. Tai Chi Easy, Thursdays 10am, First Presbyterian Church, 600 N. Brady, Dearborn; starting June 6. Cost-Free for SilverSneaker members, $5/class for non-members. ReduceYourStressNow.com. Erin@ErinReas.com. 313-429-3214.

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Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary

Wholistic Training Institute Celebrates 20 Years

he summer of 2019 commemorates the Wholistic Training Institutes’ historic 20th anniversary providing Naturopathic classes and education. WTI is the only state licensed naturopathic school in Detroit. When Jesse R. Brown began his studies in holistic health in 1981, there were no formal schools and few people who taught in Detroit. He traveled across the country for the knowledge to start Detroit Wholistic Center, in 1987. His mission was to share these traditional practices with underserved communities who did not have access or resources to do the studies. “Healers in Detroit were moving away, retiring and expiring with Jesse R. Brown no one to carry on the work they dedicated their lives too. Unless we passed along the healing wisdom it would be lost or unavailable to us. People are literally suffering and dying from the lack of knowledge that kept our ancestors alive. This was our affordable care for centuries!” states Dr. Brown. The Wholistic Training Institute (WTI) was founded in 1999, to provide educational access to easy, affordable solutions to common health problems with opportunities for jobs and businesses in the community. WTI has graduates in the US, Canada, the Caribbean and Africa. People from all walks of life who want to learn and earn money helping others or start an exciting, emerging new career come to the school. Some of the courses offered lead to positions such as Herbalist, Wholistic Health Coaching, Wholistic Educator, Cannabis Consultant and Natural Hair and Health Specialist. For over 20 years Detroit Wholistic Center has hosted and worked with several local instructors as well as historic authors and icons in health to educate the community such as Queen Afua, Dr. Sebi, Dick Gregory, Dr. Laila Afrika, Dr. Cass Ingram, Dr. Elson Haas and Dr. Akua -- bringing healing and the multibillion dollar wellness industry opportunities to Detroit. WTI became a natural extension of those speaking engagements and events. This year WTI is introducing new classes, online courses, dynamic instructors and coaches to transform Detroit from the unhealthiest large city, in the US, into one of the healthiest, wealthiest and wisest models for wellness for generations to come. “We are training healers in every home! Creating legacies of healers all around the world starting right here in Detroit.” Dr. Jesse R. Brown. Wholistic Training Institute, 20950 Grand River Ave, Detroit. Visit, DetroitWholisticCenter. com, also on social media, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and visit the calendar listed in this magazine for more information.

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Imbibe Less to Lower Blood Pressure Even moderate alcohol consumption—seven to 13 drinks a week—increases the risk of high blood pressure, according to a new analysis of the health records of 17,000 U.S. adults. Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center researchers found that the average blood pressure among nondrinkers was about 109/67, among moderate drinkers 128/79 and among heavy drinkers 153/82, based on data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the years 1988 to 1994. The higher readings could be the result of alcohol’s affect on the brain and liver, or because it raises caloric intake, partly by increasing appetite, say the researchers. 8

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Eat Med Diet to Boost Performance What we consume can boost our body even in the short term, a new study from St. Louis University shows. After eating the Mediterranean diet for just four days, athletes ran faster than after eating a Western diet. In the study, published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, seven women and four men ate one of two diets for four days: the Mediterranean, with its emphasis on whole fruits and vegetables, nuts, olive oil and whole grains, or the Western, high in trans and saturated fats, dairy, refined sugars, refined and highly processed vegetable oils, sodium and processed foods. After a nine-to-16-day break, they followed the other diet. The athletes exercised on a treadmill for five kilometers after each diet and were found to have run 6 percent faster after following the Mediterranean diet, despite similar heart rates and perceived levels of exertion. Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary

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Regardless of the type of protein consumed, lowcarb diets significantly increase the risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib), according to a study presented at the latest annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology. Analyzing the records of almost 14,000 people over a 20-year period, researchers found that diets such as Atkins, ketogenic and paleo, which emphasize protein instead of fruits, vegetables and grains, boosted the risk of AFib by 18 percent compared to diets with moderate carb intake. Researchers theorize that consuming less produce and fewer grains may aggravate inflammation, while eating high amounts of protein and fat may increase oxidative stress. Both conditions are linked to AFib, in which the heart beats irregularly, potentially causing palpitations, dizziness and fatigue. It’s also linked to a five-fold increase in strokes.

For those that don’t move vigorously throughout the day—whether stuck behind a desk or lying on a couch in front of a screen— there’s good news in a recent American Cancer Society study: Replacing just 30 minutes a day of stationary time with such moderate physical activities as brisk walking and dancing reduces the risk of dying over 14 years by a whopping 45 percent. Even light activities such as walking slowly, playing pool and doing housework like vacuuming for half an hour reduce mortality risk by 15 percent.

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Take Magnesium to Optimize Vitamin D Magnesium seems to optimize vitamin D, increasing the vitamin’s utilization for those with insufficient levels and decreasing it in those with excessive amounts. In a randomized trial of 250 people between ages 50 and 85 that were considered at risk for colorectal cancer, researchers at the VanderbiltIngram Cancer Center found that changes in blood levels of vitamin D were significantly affected by the intake of magnesium—a mineral in which 80 percent of Americans are deficient. In addition to supplements, magnesium-rich foods include dark leafy greens, beans, whole grains, dark chocolate, nuts, avocados and fatty fish such as salmon.

Find a Green Space and Make a Friend Integrating green spaces among living areas increases trust among strangers, according to a study from Canada’s University of Waterloo. Participants in walking tours of a Vancouver neighborhood were asked to complete a smartphone questionnaire at six stops, including at a rainbowpainted crosswalk and both wild and manicured community gardens. Researchers found that colorful design elements and green spaces were linked to higher levels of happiness, plus greater trust of strangers and environmental stewardship. “The urban design interventions we studied are relatively simple and low cost, but show great potential to improve individuals’ emotional and social lives,” says Hanna Negami, lead author.

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Legal Pot Lifts Junk Food Sales Apparently, the fabled marijuanainduced “munchies” cravings don’t have people reaching for carrots. A new study from the University of Connecticut found that shortly after Colorado, Washington and Oregon legalized recreational marijuana, increases in purchases were recorded in those states for potato chips (5.3 percent), cookies (4.1 percent) and ice cream (3.1 percent).

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Internet users can help fight global deforestation even while surfing. German online search engine Ecosia, now used in 183 countries, diverts its advertising revenue from click-throughs to planting trees worldwide to the tune of more than 52 million since 2009. With each search, the company says, it removes around two-anda-half pounds of carbon dioxide from the air. Christian Kroll, Ecosia’s founder, wrote, “Climate change is a very real threat, and if we’re to stop the world heating above the 1.5 degrees warned about in the IPCC [Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change] report, we need to plant trees at scale.” Kroll suggests that if Ecosia were to get as big as Google, they could absorb 15 percent of all global carbon dioxide emissions. Users can find it at Ecosia.org.

Baby Balking

Climate Change Discourages Childbearing

USA Today has reported that concerns about climate change are giving women pause about bearing children. The U.S. birthrate has been falling for years, and in 2017, it was 60.3 births per 1,000 women, the lowest fertility rate since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention began keeping such records in 1909. Related causes such as women marrying later, worries about the economy and the difficulty of finding affordable child care have all been suggested. But prospective parents are also thinking about the increased frequency and intensity of storms and other natural disasters such as drought and wildfires. Further, geopolitical unrest and scarcity of water and other resources are convincing some to at least postpone their decision to increase the population. 10

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With the world facing a future of climate change and water scarcity, finding an environmental way to cleanse drinking water is paramount. Researchers in China contend they are working on a method to remove bacteria from water that’s both highly efficient and environmentally sound. By shining ultraviolet light onto a two-dimensional sheet of graphitic carbon nitride, the team’s prototype can purify two-and-a-half gallons of water in one hour, killing virtually all the harmful bacteria present. This technique of photocatalytic disinfection is an alternative to current eco-unfriendly water filtration systems such as chlorination or ozone disinfection.

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Earth’s Atmosphere Extends Past Moon

The scientific boundary between Earth’s atmosphere and space is the Kármán line, 62 miles high. But a team of astronomers have published evidence in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics that the geocorona, a tenuous cloud of neutral hydrogen in the outermost region of the Earth’s atmosphere that glows in far-ultraviolet light, extends much farther than the moon. The discovery means that telescopes positioned in the geocorona will need to have some of their settings adjusted for deep-space observations.

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Researcher Giuseppe Scionti, owner of Nova Meat, in Barcelona, Spain, has developed a synthetic meat substitute using vegetable proteins that imitate protein complexes found in real meat. Produced using a 3-D printer, it can mimic the texture of beef or chicken. The specialist in biomedicine and tissue engineering has been working for 10 years on bioprinting different synthetic tissues such as artificial corneas, skin and ears. Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary

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In Norway, up to 97 percent of the country’s plastic bottles are recycled, and other countries are taking note. The government’s environmental taxes reward companies that are eco-friendly. If a company recycles more than 95 percent of its plastic, then its tax is dropped. Customers pay a deposit on each bottled product they buy. To get back their money, they must return their used bottles to one of the 3,700 machines found in the country’s supermarkets and convenience stores. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation estimates that if current global trends continue, plastic trash in the ocean will outweigh fish by 2050.

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China, one of the world’s main importers of recyclable waste, is rejecting shipments that are more than 0.5 percent impure, so loads contaminated by a greasy pizza box, disposable coffee cups and the odd plastic bag could end up in the local landfill instead. Most single-use cups, for instance, are lined with a fine film of polyethylene, which makes the cups liquid-proof, but also difficult and expensive to reprocess. Most waste management facilities will treat the cups as trash. Since China banned impure plastics, many U.S. municipalities no longer accept plastics numbered 3 to 7, which can include yogurt cups, butter tubs and vegetable oil bottles. Another contamination culprit is food residue. Washing out food scraps from recyclables can be just as important as putting the appropriate item in the recycling bin. June 2019

Brain-Savers Smart Strategies for Preventing Dementia

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

ith 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, there’s no shortage of advice on how to enhance, preserve and restore brain function. Judging from the assortment of brain training games and apps to the multitude of books promising ways to avoid or even reverse dementia, a growing number of aging Americans want to know the best strategies for preventing and treating cognitive decline and memory loss.

Prevention: A ‘No-Brainer’ As with any disease, prevention throughout the life cycle is key, but especially important for Alzheimer’s—the leading cause of dementia worldwide. According to the 12

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Alzheimer’s Association, the illness is considered a slowly progressive brain disease that begins well before symptoms emerge. Despite predictions that the number of afflicted Americans will reach nearly 14 million by 2050, there are no drug cures. David Perlmutter, M.D., a board-certified neurologist based in Naples, Florida, and an editorial board member of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, summarizes a recent study evaluating the effectiveness of currently available Alzheimer’s medications. “Not only were Alzheimer’s patients who were taking these drugs not gaining any benefit, but their rate of cognitive decline was worsened when they were on the Alzheimer’s medications,” thus making lifestyle risk reduction even more critical.

Food as Medicine Martha Clare Morris, Sc.D., a nutritional epidemiologist at the Rush University Medical Center, in Chicago, and author of Diet for the MIND: The Latest Science on What to Eat to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Decline, says, “Given that Alzheimer’s disease is known as an oxidative-inflammatory disease, there has to be a dietary influence.”

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Dale Bredesen, M.D., a professor in the UCLA Department of Neurology and author of The End of Alzheimer’s: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline, has studied the disease’s neurobiology for decades. He believes drug therapies have failed because scientists neglected to focus on why individuals develop the disease in the first place. He emphasizes, “Alzheimer’s is not a single disease,” even if the symptoms appear to be the same. Bredesen says it’s the result of the brain trying to protect itself from multiple metabolic and toxic threats. Bredesen developed the ReCODE (reversal of cognitive decline) protocol, an ambitious, comprehensive and personalized therapeutic program that includes genetic, cognitive and blood testing, plus supplements and lifestyle improvements, including stress reduction, improved sleep, diet and exercise. With the goal of identifying and treating the individual’s pathway to disease, ReCODE addresses fixing five key areas he believes form the underlying origins and progression of Alzheimer’s disease: insulin resistance; inflammation/infections; hormone, nutrient and nerve growth factors; toxins; and dysfunctional nerve synapses. The Lancet International Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care also advocates multiple points of action. By addressing nine “potentially modifiable risk factors” throughout the lifespan, the commission says, “More than one-third of global dementia cases may be preventable.” These factors include maximizing education in early life; controlling hypertension, obesity and hearing loss in mid-life; and in later life, managing depression and diabetes, increasing physical activity and social contact, and not smoking.

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From two decades of research involving more than 10,000 people, Morris developed the MIND diet, which stands for “Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay”. It’s a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diets, modified to include specific components from each that offer the most protection against dementia. Morris identifies 10 brain-healthy dietary components: leafy greens, vegetables, berries, whole grains, nuts, seafood, poultry, beans and legumes, olive oil, and one glass of wine per day; plus five unhealthy components to limit: sweets and pastries, red meats, fried and fast foods, whole-fat cheese and butter or margarine containing trans fat. Morris found those individuals that most closely followed the dietary recommendations lowered their risk for Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 53 percent, while those following the diet moderately well showed a reduction of about 35 percent. Morris acknowledges a number of common aging-related, yet treatable, conditions that can cause “dementialike symptoms,” including low thyroid hormones and vitamin B12 deficiency. She also identifies specific brain-protective compounds including vitamins E, B12,

folate and niacin, plus lutein, omega-3 fatty acids, beta carotene and flavonoids found in colorful fruits and vegetables, tea and nuts. She is currently testing the MIND diet, plus a mild calorie restriction on 600 individuals 65 to 84 years old living in Boston and Chicago; results are expected in 2021. The Alzheimer’s Association is also recruiting individuals for a new lifestyle intervention study. Aarti Batavia, a registered dietitian based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and a certified practitioner of functional medicine trained in the ReCODE protocol, says, “Diets that are good for the heart are good for the brain.” But she also warns that many common medications such as statins, antihistamines, some antidepressants and proton pump inhibitors (that reduce stomach acid, which is required for absorbing vitamin B12) can increase the risk for dementia.

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n The Alzheimer’s Association diet study: Tinyurl.com/AlzheimerAssociationDiet n Beyond Pesticides: BeyondPesticides.org n Blue Zones: BlueZones.com n Brain Health Education and Research Institute: BrainHealthEducation.org n ConsumerLab.com: assesses effectiveness and safety of supplements conducive to brain health. n Glycemic index and load: Tinyurl.com/GlycemicIndexAndLoad n Integrative Environmental Medicine, edited by Aly Cohen, M.D., and Frederick vom Saal, Ph.D. n Food Sleuth Radio interviews: Tinyurl.com/Food-Sleuth-Radio Aarti Batavia: to be posted on Food Sleuth site this month Brenda Davis: Tinyurl.com/BrendaDavisInterview, Tinyurl.com/BrendaDavisOnFoodSleuth Brenda Davy: Tinyurl.com/BrendaDavyInterview Teresa Martin: Tinyurl.com/TeresaMartinInterview, Tinyurl.com/TeresaMartinAudio Martha Clare Morris: Tinyurl.com/MarthaClareMorrisInterview David Perlmutter: to be posted on Food Sleuth site this month Dorothy Sears: Tinyurl.com/DorothySearsInterview

About Wheat and Other Grains When considering whether to restrict or include grain in one’s diet, consider the following: n Individuals with celiac or non-celiac gluten sensitivity should avoid wheat and other gluten-containing grains such as barley and rye. n According to nutritional epidemiologist Martha Clare Morris, diets rich in high-fiber whole grains, including wheat, decrease inflammation and oxidative stress, and improve cognition. She says, “Diets higher in fiber are linked to lower rates of diabetes and heart disease,” both of which increase risk of dementia. n Author Brenda Davis’ “grain hierarchy” promotes whole, intact grains as key in controlling blood sugar. n Whole grains are high in vitamins E and B, which protect against cognitive decline. n Dr. David Perlmutter, who supports high-fiber diets, but advocates avoiding gluten, warns against shopping in the gluten-free aisle. Foods there might not have gluten, he says, but they’re going to “powerfully raise your blood sugar.” n Choose organic grains to avoid exposure to pesticide residues. June 2019

the risk for dementia. Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian in Vancouver, British Columbia, and author of The Kick Diabetes Cookbook: An Action Plan and Recipes for Defeating Diabetes, advises reducing the glycemic load of the diet by limiting refined carbohydrates and sugars, and eating a high-fiber, plant-based diet. Dorothy Sears, Ph.D., a member of the executive committee of the Center for Circadian Biology at the University of California, San Diego, says it’s not just what we eat that matters, but when. She discovered multiple metabolic benefits, including reduced blood sugar, with prolonged nightly fasting—13 hours between the last meal at night and the first meal in the morning. Brenda Davy, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and researcher at Virginia Tech, in Blacksburg, says hydration can influence blood sugar, weight and cognition, especially among middle-aged and older populations. She recommends drinking two cups of water prior to meals to moderate food intake.

Focus on ‘good’ fats: Olive oil,

nuts, avocados, and omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty, cold-water fish protect both the heart and brain. Michael Lewis, M.D., based in Potomac, Maryland, recommends an “omega-3 protocol” to help his patients recover from traumatic brain injury, which can increase risk for dementia.

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mends cooking with brain-protecting herbs and spices such as turmeric, cinnamon, thyme and rosemary, which can help reduce inflammation and risk for dementia.

a hormone called brain-derived neurotrophic factor, which is responsible for stimulating neuron growth and protecting against cognitive decline.

Mind your gut: Western medicine has historically separated the brain from the rest of the body. But research on the “gut-brain axis” shows there’s communication between our gut microbes and brain, plus direct links to neurodevelopmental disorders and dementia. “What goes on in the gut influences every manner of activity within the brain: the health of the brain, the functionality of the brain, the brain’s resistance to disease process and even mood,” says Perlmutter. Both Perlmutter and Teresa Martin, a registered dietitian in Bend, Oregon, emphasize the importance of high-fiber plant foods that gut microbes need to produce beneficial, short-chain fatty acids to protect against inflammation, insulin resistance and “leaky gut”. Prioritize sleep: All brain (and gut) experts recommend adequate sleep— seven to eight hours each night—to restore body and mind.

Exercise: Both Morris and Perlmutter recommend aerobic activities in particular, like walking, swimming and cycling, to improve blood circulation to the brain and increase the production of

Avoid environmental toxins:

Exposure to pesticides, pollutants and heavy metals such as lead, mercury and arsenic can increase the risk of neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Choosing organic food both reduces exposure to toxins and protects water quality and farmworker health. Virginia Rauh, Ph.D., deputy director of the Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health, in New York City, spoke at the National Pesticide Forum in Manhattan in April. She explains that of the 5,000 new chemicals introduced each year, “at least 25 percent are neurotoxic,” and even very low-level exposure can harm children’s neurodevelopment.

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populations that enjoy longevity with low rates of dementia, social engagement appears to be the secret sauce for quality of life. Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “Food Sleuth”, is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

Dietitian Teresa Martin suggests:

n Strive to eat a wide variety of plant species and at least 30 grams of fiber every day (some cooked and some raw). n Limit “microbial assassins”, including refined carbohydrates and added sugar (no more than 25 grams or six teaspoons of added sugar per day); sugar substitutes; food additives such as polysorbate-80 and carboxymethylcellulose; smoking and vaping; chronic stress; antimicrobial soaps and sanitizers; antibiotics; proton pump inhibitors; high-fat diets; and processed meats. n Move every day for at least 30 minutes; don’t sit for more than 30 minutes and get outside. n Relax with yoga, meditation or mindfulness. n Sleep seven to eight hours each night. 14

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any people may have heard of biofeedback, where a person is hooked up to all sorts of computers via wires to monitor things like heart rate, brain waves, respiration, etc. It has become pretty common knowledge that the brain can control the body on a conscious, intentional level. The brain is connected to the rest of the body through the rest of the nervous system. Under ideal circumstances, the brain is controlled by the human it belongs to; therefore, the human can potentially affect the body voluntarily through the brain. Muscle testing is built-in biofeedback system of measuring the quality of muscle resistance discovered right here in Detroit in the 1960’s by the late Dr. George Goodheart, a true legend in natural healthcare. Since the brain is connected to the rest of the body through the spinal cord and nerves, in theory it knows everything that is going on in the body. Well, part of that body, obviously, are the muscles. So, consider this: n Muscles can be accessed easily to see how they’re working n These muscles are connected to the nervous system

n The brain and the rest of the nervous system are connected to the rest of the body The common link here is the muscles are connected to the nervous system and the rest of the body is connected to the nervous system, and due to this common link of the nervous system, it’s no wonder the muscles can potentially be described as the “windows to our health”? So, how is muscle testing information used? A properly trained practitioner can evaluate the energy of various points of the body, such as organs, glands, shoulders, knees, eyes, whatever. Low energy of a point being touched will cause any muscle in the body to test weaker, which is why it’s considered built-in biofeedback. The body will let alert to where the problem area is through muscle testing. This amazing tool and resource to helps to understand the body and what it needs to maintain health. For more information, contact Sherry Yale, DC of TLC Holistic Wellness, 31582 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. Contact her at (734) 664-0339 or visit TLCHolisticWellness.com. See ad on page 11.

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What inspired your interest in exploring holistic and alternative healing?

On a very basic level, a lot of people are surprised to hear that U.S. life expectancy has dropped three years in a row and the cost of health care is more than $3.5 trillion a year. Yet there are places around the world where people are living happier, healthier lives for a lot less, and longer. They must be doing something that’s beneficial, and we wanted to find out what that might be: What do places around the world have to teach us?

To what do you attribute the reemergence of traditional Indian healing practices?

Ayurvedic medicine is widely practiced in India among the healthiest people in that part of the world. It’s stood the test of time, so it’s worth exploring. In the U.S., we have an amazing medical system for people who are sick, but they aren’t doing as well as expected [which is why] there’s an open-mindedness that’s happening about one of the oldest medical traditions.

What role might ancient traditions play in reshaping 21st-century health care?

If you look at chronic disease in the U.S.,

one could make the argument that 70 to 80 percent of it is entirely preventable—most of it related to our food. When you look at the Ayurvedic diet, how does a culture come up with a way of eating going back thousands of years? In the U.S., most of our diet is based on palate. With Ayurveda, it is more about the function of food: Every morsel must have some function. The type of food, the timing and the temperature at which it is cooked is also important. If we really are a little more thoughtful about how we view the calories we’re consuming, it can make a big difference in our health. When we say food is our medicine, what does that really mean? In India, they’re showing us what it means. It’s not that taste is sacrificed; it’s just that Ayurveda was driven by function and palate came after.

What was the most surprising discovery you made on this journey?

There were a lot of surprises along the way. If you look at the U.S. and life expectancy, there are a lot of countries that are pretty similar in terms of economics, labor force and other things. But what is happening in the U.S. is pretty unique in a lot of ways. In the U.S., this notion of rugged individualism is a marker for success. We’ve seen high rates of social isolation and loneliness—and the toxicity of that. Italy is one of the healthiest places in the world, and a lot of that has to do with social fabric. That this social cohesion could be so protective, even without paying attention to things like diet and exercise—I think the power of that surprised me.

What is an important takeaway for you from this experience? There is a long-held belief that wealth will buy health. In Bolivia, there is an indigenous tribe that has virtually no evidence of heart disease and they don’t even have a healthcare system. We shouldn’t automatically equate health to wealth. There are a lot of things we can do in our lives that can help—right now. Jan Hollingsworth is the national editor for Natural Awakenings.

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Cordyceps and reishi mushrooms are also adaptogens—botanicals used for centuries in Asian medicine to help the body adapt to stresses, regulate bodily functions and support the immune and adrenal systems, according to Romine. Turkey tail is one such medicinal mushroom, a longtime treatment for cancer and other diseases in Asia. The treebased fungus contains polysaccharide-K (PSK), that is believed to inhibit cancer cell growth and repair immune cell damage after chemotherapy. “Medicinal mushrooms have been approved adjuncts to standard cancer treatments in Japan and China for more than 30 years and have an extensive clinical history of safe use”, either alone or combined with radiation or chemotherapy, according to a literature review published by the National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute. Oyster mushrooms, another fungal superstar, contain cholesterol-lowering lovastatin, plentiful B vitamins and up to 30 percent protein, according to Paul Stamets, one of the world’s leading mushroom authorities. Oysters are also the most easily digestible mushroom, according to mycologist and herbalist Christopher Hobbs, author of Medicinal Mushrooms: An Exploration of Tradition, Healing & Culture. Hobbs’ 2017 article in HerbalGram, the peer-reviewed journal of the American Botanical Council, cites 122 different studies supporting the safety and efficacy of medicinal mushrooms such as oysters.

More Than a Pizza Topping There are myriad creative ways to incorporate mushrooms into a diet, says Romine, who recommends aiming for a half-cup daily cooked serving. “Mushrooms are nature’s sponges, and will take on the flavor of any sauce, so start simply and add sauces sparingly.” She suggests sautéing mushrooms with a neutral oil, then adding wine or sherry and finishing with fresh herbs. Cooking with wine can help unlock the beneficial compounds the fungi contain, says Romine. Fresh or dried culinary mushrooms like oysters, shiitakes or maitakes can also be great additions to morning meals like savory oatmeal or tofu scrambles. Powdered mushroom extracts, available online or in health stores, are an easy way to infuse meals with fungi’s beneficial properties. They mix well into everything from raw desserts and baked goods to teas and smoothies. Whole mushrooms that are tough, like reishi and chaga, can be boiled to extract the healthful elements and consumed as a tea or used for soup broth. Romine says raw mushrooms are not as flavorful, digestible or nutritional as cooked. While a mushroom-rich diet can help protect and promote health, Romine cautions that they are not a cure-all or a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. To address specific health concerns, she recommends working with

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brain cells. “Lion’s mane is a cognitive enhancer, and it helps creativity, motivation and memory, as well as brain function,” Romine says.

Know Your Fungi Many beneficial mushrooms are available in the wild, and some exclusively so. Foraging for them can be rewarding, but proceed with caution; some edible mushrooms may have deadly lookalikes, so only forage with the help of a trained expert. Health food stores and online vendors are good sources of mushroom powders or extracts, which have a long shelf life. Look for a manufacturer of 100 percent organic mushroom extracts and supplements. Many farmers’ markets also carry specialty mushrooms like king oysters, lion’s mane or others not easily found in grocery stores. Not all mushrooms are created equal. Button mushrooms and others in the Agaricus family are lowest in micronutrients like ergothioneine, with porcinis in the Boletus family yielding the highest, according to Robert Beelman, director of the Center for Plant and Mushroom Foods for Health at Penn State University. Don’t expect magic from mushrooms, cautions author Stepfanie Romine; like most lifestyle changes or holistic treatments, it can take some months to yield results.

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Creamy Old Bay King Oyster ‘Scallops’

Mix all marinade ingredients together in a container with a tight-fitting lid. Add the mushrooms, toss to combine and marinate for at least two hours. Remove the mushrooms and reserve the remaining marinade.

hen marinated in classic Old Bay Seasoning and sliced into hearty rounds, king oyster mushrooms are a pretty convincing stand-in for scallops—especially once they’ve been seared and braised. Corn furnishes a bit more heft, while artichokes lend their lightness and detoxifying properties.

Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil, then sear the mushrooms on both sides, about two minutes per side, then add the remaining marinade, garlic, artichoke hearts and corn (if using it). Deglaze the pan with the wine, scraping the bottom to loosen any brown bits.

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For the marinade

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the artichokes and corn are heated throughout.

1 tsp kelp seasoning blend 2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning 2 Tbsp safflower oil or melted butter 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar ⅛ tsp pepper

Editor’s note: To make an organic substitute for Old Bay Seasoning: 1 Tbsp paprika 1 Tbsp ground bay leaves ½ Tbsp sea salt 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp red pepper flakes ½ tsp white pepper ½ tsp allspice

For the “scallops”

2 (6-oz) packages king oyster mushrooms, sliced into ¾-inch rounds 1 Tbsp safflower oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup artichoke hearts 1 cup corn kernels (optional) ½ cup dry white wine 1 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp heavy or cashew cream 1 Tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley for garnish or prepared mashed potatoes or grits for serving

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Confronting Cancer According to the American Cancer Society, about one in nine men will be diagnosed

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hen it comes to chiseling muscles, recovering from injury or reducing stress, men are finding that hitting the pool might even surpass hitting the gym. “Water aerobics is a great form of exercise for men looking to sculpt their bodies, because water offers multidirectional drag resistance that assists in developing muscle balance within the body,” says Denver aquatic fitness trainer Sean Sullivan. Pool workouts offer men and women of all ages and condition a low-impact, energizing way to get fit and burn calories. From specialized classes for patients with Parkinson’s disease to relief from the pain of arthritis and fibromyalgia, water aerobics harbors benefits for everyone. The Mayo Clinic adds improved cardiovascular health to the reasons why more men are joining classes that were previously considered to be a women’s domain. A recent meta-analysis of 14 studies published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that 22

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aquatic exercise can significantly lower blood pressure. Another study published in the Asian Journal of Sports Medicine reached a similar conclusion when men that underwent 55 minutes of aquatic exercise three times a week exhibited marked reductions in hypertension.

Go Vertical for Stronger Muscles Water aerobics classes, which don’t involve swimming, are conducted in waist-high water. These vertical workouts provide 75 percent more resistance than land-based exercise. “When you perform a bicep curl in the water with no equipment, not only do you exercise the bicep muscle on the way up, but because of drag resistance, you’re also exercising your triceps muscle on the way down, for a balanced workout,” says Sullivan. Exercise physiologist Clinton Maclin, of the Piedmont Atlanta Fitness Center, in Georgia, concurs. “Aqua aerobics helps all muscle groups benefit from

A number of recent studies have shown that aquatic exercise can ease pain in conditions such as fibromyalgia and also improve flexibility in joints. It’s recommended by both the Osteoarthritis Research Society International and by the American College of Rheumatology. In the water, older individuals can exercise without the risk of falling. “The water creates buoyancy, making it less likely to make sudden movements. The low impact of the water allows longer participation time, mobility and stability,” says Maclin. “Seniors can participate in higher-intensity movements and perform more activities, even while injured.” Aqua aerobics helps improve balance and is also a boon to soft tissue. “Warm water provides a tremendous benefit to tendons and ligaments, adding mobility, flexibility and well-being,” notes instructor and fitness trainer Márcia Wilken, in Shawano, Wisconsin. “Seniors can benefit most from water exercise at least twice a week. It can also improve cognitive thinking and helps to promote a better sleep pattern.”

Rehabilitation, Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis Aquatic therapy in warm water helps to facilitate recovery after joint surgery and injuries, including anterior cruciate ligament tears in the knee. “Warm pools are a great environment for young athletes recovering from sports-related injuries. Hydrostatic pressure reduces swelling

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of the injured area, allowing for greater range of motion. Buoyancy reduces the load placed upon the injured area and reduces pain,” says Sullivan. “The properties of water allow injured athletes to begin the recovery process sooner.” For individuals with Parkinson’s, the American Parkinson Disease Association recommends aquatic exercise for improved balance and pain reduction. In 2014, the European Journal of Experimental Biology published an eight-week Iranian study involving 60 men with multiple sclerosis that concluded it improved balance. Water resistance does a body good, but the experts suggest one-on-one

attention for best results. “I strongly recommend finding an aquatic fitness and rehabilitation specialist, because not all exercises are beneficial for everyone,” says Sullivan. Wilken agrees. “A trainer can teach technique and different ways to move in the water, as well as proper breathing and good body alignment. It will double the benefits.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books on spirituality and clinical aromatherapy. She is also a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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by Chris Bruno

have worked in the corporate world, served as a missionary in the Middle East during 9/11 and the Iraq War, been assaulted with a knife, launched a small business and a nonprofit and suffered deep loss at the early deaths of dear friends, but nothing has terrified or paralyzed me more than fathering my own son. It has demanded me to first face my own father-story with an intensity and intentionality I would rather flee than engage. My parents more than adequately provided for my physical needs. I had friends, lived in the suburbs and even had a horse. From the outside looking in, I had nothing to complain about. Any time the haunting ache of father-hunger emerged from my soul, I quickly squelched it, telling myself to simply move on. It is the story of most men in my generation. I continued to live as if all was well until I married and had a son of my own. I was now a father, and the weight of this title sent my soul into a tailspin. What is father? Who am I as father? What does it mean to father? And finally, with the force of a left upper jab to the jaw: How was I fathered? I realized that to father him, I, myself, still needed to be fathered.

In my conversations with men about their father-stories, the most frequent sentence I hear is, “My dad did okay. He did the best he could.” But no child wants an “okay” dad. Every child longs for a dad to know, see, pursue, hope, envision, create and bless. Franciscan friar and author Richard Rohr states, “If we do not transform our pain, we will transmit it in some form.” Untransformed pain from our father, whether from his absence, vacancy or violence, will inevitably be transmitted to our children. I can only take my son as far as I myself have gone. Our sons were born into an already existing story—our story—and for them to know who they are, we need to know who we are, in all of our glory and pain. From this place of freedom, we can usher our sons into a manhood we can come to know together. Reprinted with permission from Chris Bruno, the director of the Restoration Counseling Center of Northern Colorado and the president of the Restoration Project. He is the author of Man Maker Project: Boys are Born, Men are Made.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 1 We Rock Dope Hair Natural Hair Event – 9am. Visit the Detroit Wholistic Center and Wholistic Training Institute’s tent for free wholistic tips, class information and ways to save or make money with a natural hair business. $15 admission. Detroit Wholistic Center, 20944 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-538-5433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 Big Green’s Move to Improve – 12:30-4:30pm. Designed to engaged, educate, and empower metro Detroiters to take action and make healthier eating choices. Event will include some of the most innovative food and nutrition experts, fitness studios and a dynamic keynote speaker at the historic Eastern Market for an unforgettable experience. Take part in any fitness session plus enjoy healthy foods and refreshments. Free. Eastern Market Shed 5, 2834 Russell, Detroit. 313-549-7903. BGMoveTo Improve.org.

Free Yard Sale – Circulation Day – 10am-3pm. Giveaway event to stimulate the law of giving and receiving; receive whatever may be needed in the way of home and yard goods, pictures, jewelry, toys and much more. Free. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. UnityOfLivonia.org. 734421-1760.

save the date Cash with Cannabis and Marijuana as Medicine 2 – 10am-5pm. Second class in series. Class covers information about cannabis and its uses. The laws surrounding use, growing and planting; health aspects; cooking with cannabis and opportunities within the cannabis industry. $125. Wholistic Training Institute, 20954 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-538-5433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

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Yoga for Success – 6-7:30pm. Presented by Isha Yoga. Practices taught include invigorating physical postures and meditation. Ages 7 and up welcome. Free. Caroline Kennedy Library, 24590 George St, Youth Program Room, Dearborn Heights. 313-7913800. DHCL.MichLibrary.org.

Conference Call – 6-7pm. Presented by Detroit Wholistic Center. Conversation with Mikaila Ulmer, a 14 year old entrepreneur of Meandthebees Lemonade as seen on Shark Tank. Free. 313-538-5433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

International Day of Yoga 2019 & Clear Light Community Day/Song of the Morning Open House – June 21-23. 10am. Annual open house weekend featuring International Day of Yoga festivities and Clear Light Community Day. Come experience the benefits yoga lifestyle can bring. Come for a day, a night or the full weekend. Free, donations graciously accepted to benefit Huron Pines, a non-profit organization established to protect, restore, and conserve Michigan’s precious natural resources. Free. Song of the Morning Ranch, 9607 E Sturgeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt. 989-983-4107. SongOfTheMorning.org. RSVP: Yoga-45.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 Footbath – 3-5pm. Learn how the footbath changes the total charge of the Bio Energy system. Archive optimal removal of metabolic materials from the body due to stress, lifestyle and environment. Instructed by William Parrish. $10. Wholistic Training Institute, 20954 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-5385433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29 The Vegan Food Preparation for Beginners – 4-6pm. Different vegan dishes to try. Find out the difference between vegan and vegetarian. Vegan starter kits available for purchase. Local chefs will be participating. Join in and enjoy. $25 donation for tasting and kits. Wholistic Training Institute, 20954 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-538-5433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

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Rooftop Yoga – Eastern Market – 6:30-7:30pm. Join in for an evening of rooftop yoga atop the historic E and B Brewery Lofts. This brand new venue features amazing views of the Detroit skyline that cannot be seen from anywhere else. $20. 900 Tower + Terrace Eastern Market, 2501 Orleans, Detroit. Event space is limited. 900TowerEB.com. 586-675-0737.

The Science Behind Ionic Cleansing – 7-8:30pm. Learn how an ionic footbath helps restore the body’s balance and energy, how it enables the release of toxins trapped in the body and why detoxification is essential to health. June coupon: buy one ion detoxifying footbath, get one free (one coupon per person). Free. Karl Wellness Center and Chiropractic Clinic, 30935 Ann Arbor Trl, Westland. 734-425-8220. KarlWellnessCenter.com.

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Family Fishing Fun Day – 9am-12pm. Fishing license not requited. Fishing poles, bait and expertise provided. Parents can also enjoy the DNR sponsored event. Fishing contest for kids 17 years and younger. Prize awarded to biggest fish caught. Free. Crosswinds Marsh Wetland Interpretive Preserve, 27600 Haggerty Rd, New Boston. WayneCounty.com.

Hair and Health -- 2-6pm. Find out what to do to heal hair and improve health wholistically. This class will be taught by Dr. Jesse R Brown, N.D. Naturopath, Marla Renee, cosmetologist and natural hair specialist and guests. $10. Wholistic Training Institute, 20954 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-5385433. DetroitWholisticCenter.com.

YogaFest 2019 – July 25-28. A deeply nourishing, highly joyful and spiritually authentic four day celebration of spirit, nature, community, service and all things yoga at serene and sacred Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat in the Michigan north woods. All ages and abilities welcome. Full festival pass and day passes available. Kids free. Song of the Morning Ranch, 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd E, Vanderbilt. 989-983-4107. YogaFest@SongOfTheMorning.org. YogaFestMI.com.

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Mud Day – 11am-1pm. Designed for children ages 12 and younger. Kids will enjoy relay races, limbo, wheelbarrow races and free play in the mud before being cleaned off by the Westland Fire Department. Make sure to wear old clothes and shoes. Free. Nankin Mills Park, 33275 Edward Hines Dr, Westland.

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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. Free for SilverSneaker members, or $5. First Presbyterian Church, 600 N Brady, Dearborn. 313-429-3214. For more information, visit ReduceYourStressNow.com, email erin@erinreas.com or call 313-429-3214.

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. Detroit Kung Fu Academy, 1353 Division #3E, Detroit. 248-910-3351. DanceMT.com. Community Yoga Session – 4-5pm. $20 drop-in. Citizen Yoga, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313-5025450. Candlelit Surrender with LeAnne – 7pm. “Surrender” the week and glide into the next anew. Perfect for anyone from beginner to the novice. $18 drop-in. The Center Massage,Yoga and Wellness Studio, 1200 Ann Arbor Rd W, Plymouth. MassageTherapyOfPlymouth.com. 734-737-9926

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 30 Days to Lose it! – 7:30-8:30pm. Strength and resistance training workout for women sponsored by Ascension Michigan, Beaumont Health System

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and the National Medical Association’s Cobb Institute. Free. Charles H Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E Warren Ave, Detroit. TheWright.org.

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. 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 Hines Park Lincoln Wednesday Night Workouts – 6:30pm. Sponsored by Wellness Center of Plymouth. Workouts are beginner friendly, designed for all ages and are led by Plymouth’s top instuctors. Free. Kellogg Park, W Ann Arbor Trl, Plymouth. 734-663-9515. SunAndSnow.com/Events. Hello@SunAnd Snow.com. 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.

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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. Short Form Dance Meditation Technique – 6:307:30pm. Prerequisite: this class is only for those who have been to a Dance Meditation Technique (DMT) class. For the first time ever, short form DMT class! Lose 100lbs of emotional weight at DMT, the most transformative and beautiful whole being work out on earth. $10. Detroit Kung Fu Academy, 1353 Division #3E, Detroit. 248-910-3351. DanceMT.com.

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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 and Gratiot Ave. 313-833-9300. Saturday in the Park – 9am-3:30pm. Six miles of Hines Drive will be closed from Ann Arbor Trail to Outer Drive for the public of all ages to enjoy running, walking, skating or cycling safely on a traffic free road. Free. Parking is available at Nankin Mills and Helms Haven Park. Hines Park, 33275 Edward Hines Dr, Westland. 734-261-1990. WayneCounty.com. 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. 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. Plant-based Soul Food Brunch – 12:30pm. Hosted by OrganiKiss: plant-based meal prep and catering. Enjoy a plant-based, soy-free meal – gluten-free always available. Menu will rotate between four meals. Plates $12, soup of the day and cornbeard, $6. Moor Herbs Marketplace and Wellness Center, 16140 W 7 Mile Rd, Detroit. 313-583-9709. Math Tutoring – 2-3:30pm. Covers arithmetic, prealgebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and pre-

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calculus. Group setting, parents welcome. Be sure to bring homework, textbook and course syllabus. Free, no reservation required. For all ages. Detroit Public Library, Redford Branch, 21200 Grand River. DetroitMathTutor@Gmail.com. Hatha Flow Donation Yoga – 4pm. All levels welcome in a serene studio with natural light. Be Nice Yoga, 4100 Woodward, Detroit. 313-544-9787..

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P.O. Box 1121 Troy, MI 48099-1121 Info@MichiganVaccineChoice.org MichganVaccineChoice.org Facebook.com/MichiganForVaccineChoice Twitter.com/MI4VaxChoice Voice: 586-447-2418 • Fax: 586-323-4287 Michigan for Vaccine Choice is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to protecting, informing, educating, advocating and supporting parents and families vaccine choice rights.

PSYCHIC MEDICAL INTUITIVE HEALING Universal Energy Healing, LLC. Christine Bridges, 33250 Warren Rd, Ste 206, Westland ChristineBridges2@Comcast.net LifeLoveEnergy.Wordpress.com 734-934-7271 By appointment only

Psychic medical intuitive healer with “x-ray vision hands”. Clients that may benefit from her work, includes anyone suffering from an “itis” (arthritis, colitis, etc.), old injuries, anxiety, depression, panic, posttraumatic stress disorder, ADD, ADHD, autism, OCD, sleep concerns, overly stressed, inability to conceive, or miscarriages, babies, unexplained weight-gain or loss, inability to quit (smoking, drinking, abusing yourself), chronic fatigue, energy maintenance for balance, chronic diseases, including cancer and autoimmune disorders.

A strong positive mental attitude will create more miracles than any wonder drug. ~Patricia Neal

American Regenerative CliniC Dr. Andrey Lutskovsky, DO 31000 Telegraph Rd, Ste 140 Bingham Farms 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com

RETREAT CENTERS SONG OF THE MORNING YOGA RETREAT CENTER

9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt 989-983-4107 Office@SongOfTheMorning.org SongOfTheMorning.org Find spiritual refreshment amongst 800 acres of natural beauty for your own personal retreat or participate in workshops, yoga classes, meditations or Sunday Service. Accommodations and gourmet vegetarian meals available. See ad on page 11.

REFLEXOLOGY R3 Reflexology (Relieve, Release, Restore)

Kristi Holmes, Nationally Board Certified Reflexologist 689 N Mill St Ste#103 Plymouth MI 48170 248-872-3042 (Call or Text ) FROM HEAD TO TOE, ANXIETY 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 part of the body. I received my initial Certification in hands and feet from Branch Reflexology Institute before going on to receive my National Board Certification. 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!!!

June 2019

SPIRITUALITY SACRED SEXUALITY WITH LESLIE BLACKBURN Dearborn • 313-269-6719 LeslieBlackburn.com

Offering speaking engagements (including keynote addresses), private sessions, classes, online live webinars, radio shows, VideoCasts and more, Leslie speaks from a place of joy, wisdom and giggles! Leslie Blackburn, MS, is a Sacred Sexual Healer and Transformational Guide – a leading educator and coach of sacred sexuality and tantra in the U.S. See website and send email to learn more.

WELLNESS SPA & MASSAGE THERAPY PURO HEALTH AND WELLNESS SPA 533 Main Street, Belleville 734-716-5588 Contact@PuroHealthAndWellness.com. PuroHealthAndWellness.com/Spa

Beauty care: Facial, hair removal, manicure, pedicure, organic spray tan. Massage therapy: Swedish, deep tissue, reflexology, prenatal, neuromuscular therapy, body mud wrap and salt scrub massage. Coming soon: microdermabrasion, sauna and steam room.

With age comes the understanding and appreciation of your most important asset, your health. ~Oprah Winfrey

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Is God in That Bottle Cap? An inspirational guide to leading a life of spirituality

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