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22 HAPPILY COUPLED

Creating Relationships that Thrive by Judith Fertig

27 EASE ADHD NATURALLY Nine Ways to Help Restore Calm and Focus by Jenna Blumenfeld

28 HAPPY MEALS

Healthy Foods Fight Depression by Lane Vail

32 GENTLING GRIEF

Remedies to Heal the Heart by Kathleen Barnes

34 ECO FENG SHUI

Tips to Bring More Positive Energy into Your Home by Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist

38 JILL CROSBY

Looking for Love Online by S. Alison Chabonais

40 FITNESS FINDS

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f you read Elizabeth Gilbert's bestselling book Eat, Pray, Love or saw the movie with the same name starring Julia Roberts, you'll enjoy our feature article this month on relationships, Happily Coupled. In case you haven't read the book or seen the movie, it's a memoir by Gilbert that chronicles her trip around the world after her divorce, and what she discovered during her travels. In part of this month's feature, Gilbert talks about her experiences after that period, what she's doing now and discusses her follow-up memoir, Committed: A Love Story. But that's only part of the article. The main theme is that of creating loving relationships that last, and there are many examples of "relationships" in today's world that work. We hope you enjoy it. There's more on relationships this month, but we've also included articles on how to Ease ADHD Naturally, Healthy Foods to Fight Depression, how to locate the best workout space, bringing positive energy into the home with Feng Shui and much more. One article in particular talks about a rising trend in farming called Regenerative Agriculture. It's important to understand because this trend (we don't know if you'd call it new) discusses the benefits of farming in a way that is different from the typical "crop rotation" approach. By structuring the farm ecosystem in a systematic way, the need for pesticides, herbicides and some of the other harmful toxins being used today can be reduced. As with many things in life, looking at natural approaches can help solve some of the problems we experience. In this case, it's with our food supply. This month we have two articles in our pet section, both of which have to do with the loss of pets. One discussed dealing with the grief, and the other talks about some of the growing trends in pet hospice. Unfortunately, if you have pets, chances are you're going to experience some of the issues discussed, simply because we typically outlive our pet friends. Since Spring is just around the corner, you're going to start seeing some of the local events coming up this year. Some are in this issue, and some will begin their promotional cycle next month. As always, we look forward to Spring and the ability to attend these events. Next month, we're planning a special section on new health cuisines, with an expanded pet section on animal welfare. Both are somewhat new monthly themes and we're excited to begin the process of putting the next issue together. So until then, enjoy this month's Natural Awakenings and remember to stay happy and healthy...naturally!

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Local Yoga Studio Offers Spring Teacher Training

ver the past 13 years, UpDog Yoga School for Yoga has helped train many of the area’s yoga teachers, graduating over 300 teachers from its programs. There is now an opportunity to be a part of that tradition. "A high percentage of our teachers are teaching, or have taught, at just about every studio in southeast Michigan," they explain. "In fact, seven of our graduates have even opened their own

studios." Student-to-teacher ratio averages no more than 5-to-1 and the use of the latest digital feedback technology is part of the tuition (no extra charge). Unlimited Yoga for four months is also included. UpDog Yoga is State-licensed and Yoga Alliance certified. The spring session begins on February 27th. UpDog is located at 210 W. University, Suite 7, Rochester. Call 248-608-6668 for more information or visit the school link at UpDogYoga.com to download a brochure and application. See ad page 41.

Ferndale Center Launches New Reiki Wellness Programs

ature’s Playhouse is downtown Ferndale’s newest all-natural family enrichment center. Open since May 2014, class offerings range from free playtime periods, to parent and child music classes, baby sign language, hypnobirthing, prenatal yoga, family yoga, massage with childcare and much more. “It continues our cutting edge approach to family wellness and enrichment by instituting new Reiki programs tailored to new families for 2015," says Lisa Ball, co-owner of Nature’s Playhouse. "Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing." Nature’s Playhouse is located in the heart of downtown Ferndale at 318 W. Nine Mile Road. For more information, visit their website at NaturesPlayHouse.com or call 248-955-3219. Registration may be in person at the Playhouse or online.

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id you ever wonder if your vitamins are working? On February 18th, there will be an educational seminar on nutritional health and measuring nutrition at Baronette in Novi. At the event there will be a Ph.D scientist from Pharmanex speaking about antioxidant health and nutrition, the science of our nutritional supplements, along with the science behind the Biphotonic Antioxidant Scanner that is used as a measurement tool in health care practices. There will also be a panel that includes chiropractic doctors, a dentist, an OBGYN, Frank Granett, pharmacist and author of "The Price of ADHD"; holistic practitioners and personal trainers. They will also be scanning customers/patients to give them their "score." The cost for the nutritional scan is $5 (normally $20), however is no admission fee to the seminar. Registration, reception and technology demonstration is at 6:30 pm. The main presentation will take place at 7:00 pm, then the healthcare professional panel/askthe-experts session will take place at 8:00 pm. Baronette is located at 27790 Novi Road, Novi. An RSVP is requested for attendance. For more information or to register, please call Jessica Green at 248-789-8977 or email her at Jessica@scanforyouth.com. See ad page 36.

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East Michigan edition

Halting Heart Disease and Diabetes with Lifestyle Medicine

Southfield summit to feature Dr. Joel Kahn & other wellness experts

" or most of us, heart disease and diabetes can be reversed with our forks and our feet,” says Joel Kahn, M.D., a local cardiologist, Reader’s Digest columnist and author of the 2014 Amazon best seller, The Whole Heart Solution. Those who have been diagnosed with or are at risk of developing heart disease or diabetes can learn how to reverse these deadly conditions at the half-day summit, Halt Heart Disease & Diabetes Now: Learn How with Lifestyle Medicine. Featuring Dr. Kahn and other national leaders in nutrition research, diabetes education, health and fitness, the Feb. 21 event takes place from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Great Lakes Culinary Center in Southfield. Hosted by the Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group and sponsored by The Better Health Stores, the event also includes a plant-based food demonstration and generous tasting, and a book and CDs to take home. Cost is $99. The summit marks the first anniversary of the Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group as an active group of health-minded individuals in Southeast Michigan dedicated to improving their health by following a plant-based diet. To learn about the nonprofit group’s monthly meetings featuring esteemed speakers plus walking groups, grocery store nutritional tours, group dinners and special events, you visit PBNSG.org. Registration and information is available by visiting PBNSG.org or by calling 248310-2400. See ad page 33. www.NAeastMichigan.com

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newsbriefs Spring Into Health 3rd Annual Royal Oak Holistic Health & Wellness Expo

he Royal Oak Community Coalition (ROCC) is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual Holistic Health and Wellness Expo, taking place on Saturday, March 7th from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. The event will include classes, demonstrations, exercise exhibitions and more than 60 vendors at Royal Oak High School. The Expo will showcase the fundamentals of alternative and complimentary medical practices that enhance health and wellness. Last year, 57 practitioners met with over 350 attendees who came to learn about wellness modalities which promote health using inexpensive, nonaddictive modalities and holistic health approaches that help to manage illnesses, diseases and pain through natural solutions. The Expo will also offer 24 brief practitioner-led presentations about the benefits of holistic medicine and allow attendees to experience the basics of yoga, tai-chi, meditation and more. The ROCC is a grassroots 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to reduce substance abuse by strengthening and sustaining a safe and healthy environment for those who live, work and visit Royal Oak. The collaboration, sponsorship and work with the Birmingham-Bloomfield Coalition and the Tri-County Coalition that represents Berkley, Huntington-Woods, and Oak Park has made this 3rd Annual Holistic Health and Wellness Expo possible. The Royal Oak High School is located at 1500 Lexington Blvd. Royal Oak. A suggested donation of $2 is requested for admittance. For more information about exhibiting or attending, call 248-546-7622 or email info@RoyalOakCommunityCoalition.com. See ad page 23.

East Michigan edition

Farmington Hills Wellness Business Expands Services

my Davis, Owner of Veritas Wellness, is pleased to announce that she will now offer phone consultations, Skype and web-based seminars to her services. Since 2006, she has provided personal coaching and counseling to clients wanting an alternative to traditional allopathic medicine and talk therapy. Her service expansion is meant to accommodate a greater number of people who need help. “We live in extremely trying and difficult times where people are struggling,” says Davis. “Anxiety medications are being prescribed at alarming rates, masking and creating additional problems for the user. I use several unique root cause analysis and problem solving techniques with my clients. Com- Amy Davis bined with specific nutrients, herbs and coping strategies, the need for pharmaceuticals can be greatly reduced and even eliminated." To inquire about Davis’ services or to receive anxiety-reducing information please call 248-417-5753 or email AmyDavisVeritas@gmail.com. See ad page 59.

Wellness Center Welcomes Acupuncture Practitioner to Team New services offer greater range of benefits

he Waller Wellness Center of Rochester Hills is pleased to bring acupuncture into their Total Wellness program. Rhonda Sousley, Ph.D. joined the practice in January 2015, and specializes in treatments for anxiety, infertility, chronic or acute pain and stress reduction. She has achieved great success treating patients for smoking cessation, with results in as little as one session! Sousley studied chemical engineering at the University of Michigan and worked in the automotive industry before turning her interest to Chinese medicine. She attained her Master’s degree in Oriental Medicine from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, and her Ph.D. in Traditional Rhonda Sousley Chinese Medicine from Guangzhou University in China. She lectures at the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, various community colleges, and also teaches Tai Chi and Qi Gong. Sousley practices traditional Chinese acupuncture and was one of the first practitioners to bring the new laser acupuncture to Michigan, allowing ancient wisdom to meet modern technology. Needle acupuncture is performed with sterile, micro fine needles, which cause minimal (if any) pain. The laser is a painless tool that can be used in harmony with traditional needles, or in place of them, for those with a fear of needles. If you have been looking for relief but are still suffering, schedule an appointment with Rhonda Sousley today. For more information and to find out if acupuncture is right for you, call The Waller Wellness Center at 248-844-1414. See ads page 2 and page 57. www.NAeastMichigan.com

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t is a common phrase in society that knowledge is power. The more people know and understand about the human body and how natural medicines and plants affect the body, the more power people have to help improve individual health and quality of living. The natural world holds many healing elements that are just waiting to be discovered and used. Some of those powerful elements are made into essentials oils, which many believe can potentially offer substantial health benefits when used properly. Marilyn York is an independent distributor for Young Living Essential Oils, a health advocate, an ordained minister and a Reiki III Master (teacher). She has been learning about and selling these pure products for the past 13 years, is a true believer in the healing powers of pure essential oils and enjoys helping people obtain the purest products for their health needs. York stresses the importance for consumers to be aware and educated on the products available, because not all essential oils and natural products are created equally. There are many distributors of essential oils and prices can vary with different brands, but quality and purity of the oil also vary by brand. The less expensive bottle of a lavender essential oil in a drugstore may not be of the same quality as one produced by Young Living Essential Oils, for example. Although there are thousands of scientific studies being conducted on the effectiveness of many essential oils, currently there are no government regulations on labeling of essential oils for content, according to York. During the course of York’s work with Young Living, she has come across people who sometimes tell her they are “allergic to certain essential oils.” However, she has found that when some of those people use the authentic and pure essential oils, those reactions tend to not occur. York observed that likely the reason they previously experienced discomfort from what they believed to have been an essential oil, may have actually been a synthetic oil, and their body responded negatively to the chemicals that had been

combined to mimic the scent of authentic essential oils. “Synthetic oils, which can be purchased very inexpensively, have no health constituents, and apparently 95% of all essential oils sold in the United States are synthetic,” York states. People are becoming more aware of health issues and what they put into their bodies. They are making smarter food choices by eating organic foods, integrating exercise into their routines, implementing forms of meditation and experimenting with many other ways of improved living and health. York understands the need for other options for healing and improving health. She believes that the use of essential oils is “an idea whose time has come.” Over the years she has come to understand the many uses essential oils have for people and strives to get the word out to others. Young Living has been growing, harvesting, distilling and selling essential oils for over 20 years. They carry a philosophy to only sell the purest and highest quality oils to ensure optimum quality. Owning their own farms in eight countries helps control the quality and guarantee the quality to consumers through their “Seed to Seal Guarantee.” Their essential oils are created using plants that have been grown from non-GMO seed, grown in organically clean soil, watered by melted mountain snow and harvested at their peak point of highest constituents. No carrier oils are used, and their oils are not extended with any synthetics, which may or may not be the case with other brands. York states, “When someone buys a bottle of Young Living Essential Oils, they can be certain they are receiving pure oil in the bottle.” For more information on Young Living Essential Oils, contact Marilyn York toll-free at 877-436-2299, extension 2 or visit YoungLiving.org/naturalhealth4u. See ad, page 44. Julie Reynolds is a contributing writer and has a background in advertising, teaching, writing and real estate. She can be contacted at reynj36@gmail.com February 2015

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arrobics is an isometric exercise class that targets both the large and small postural muscle groups by using tiny movements to fatigue those muscles. Barrobics exercises rely mainly on ones’ bodyweight for resistance and the moves challenge your core, stability and balance. If practiced with correct technique, Barrobics puts your muscles under constant tension over a large range of motion to create that enviable healthy body you are looking for. “With consistency, people will see their bodies becoming slimmer with muscles more defined and reduced body fat,” says Janet Wassmann, owner of Korean Martial Arts. “A higher muscle definition in the chest, upper arms and legs isn't out of the question either. Some see increased levels in stamina and energy. Strong core, improved posture and extended youthfulness are also some noticeable results.” Barrobics began in February, 2014 by Janet Wassmann and a few close friends. “We started seeing incredible results! In June, 2014 we took the class public at the Korean Martial Arts Studio.” Barrobics is a Women’s only class. The workouts start off with a short warm up, light hand weights to tone the upper body, then the class moves to the barre (barre is used as a prop for balance and form) for thigh and seat work. Finally the class goes to the mat for core work, stretching and cool down. The big difference between the Barrobics workout and other classes is that Barrobics workouts are designed www.NAeastMichigan.com

to sculpt the muscle, putting the least impact on the joint and burning the maximum amount of calories. Some major benefits of Barrobics are core strength, improved posture. and flexibility. Without a strong core your muscles cannot move freely or efficiently, so you will tend to overuse your lower back and put additional stress on other joints. In Barrobics the core is engaged throughout the class for compounded results. The stretches incorporated help to elongate and reduce bulk and therefore align the body. One additional benefit can be weight loss. Barrobics targets the largest muscle groups like the thighs and seat. As you continue to attend classes, you will build more lean muscle mass, raising your metabolic rate, which can help you produce more energy and burn more calories. Classes are: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Mornings, 9-10am and Wednesday & Friday Evenings, 6:307:30pm. Classes cost $8 for a drop in fee or $60 for 10 classes. To Celebrate Valentine’s Day, Barrobics will be having a Couples Class on February 13th from 6:30-7:30pm. The cost is $16 per couple. Janet Wassmann has been a fitness instructor for 6 years, Master Instructor in TaeKwon-Do and owner of the Korean Martial Arts Institute. The Korean Martial Arts Institute is located at 935 Baldwin Road, Lapeer. For more information or to register for any class, call 810-667-2101. See ad page 53.

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study conducted by Edge Research and Sea Change Strategies found that less than a quarter of Americans are fully satisfied with their friendships, and almost two-thirds lack confidence in even their closest friends. Seniors (70 and over) and millennials/Gen Ys (16 to 34) are more likely to be extremely satisfied than Gen X-ers (35 to 49) or baby boomers (50 to 69), indicating the existence of a midlife friendship slump. The research was based on a self-reported survey of 1,016 Americans ages 16 and up. Across all demographics, people that report they have more close friends feel happier and are more fulfilled than those that say they have few or no friends. The majority also prefer deeper friendships with fewer friends over just having more friends. Qualities that most people look for in friends are loyalty, honesty, goodness and reliability in a crisis. Among the attributes considered least important are similar political or religious views and physical attractiveness, which ranked last. The use of social media appears unrelated to the number or quality of friendships or overall friendship satisfaction. People that attend religious services at least once a week are twice as likely to be completely satisfied with their friendships than those that rarely or never attend such services. The researchers concluded, “Those seeking more fulfillment from their friendships should invest disproportionate time and energy in the relationships they consider close.”

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Mind-Body Therapies Stimulate the Immune System

large statistical analysis of multiple studies on body-mind therapies such as meditation, tai chi, qigong and yoga found that the practices effectively reduce inflammation and show promise in modulating the immune system. Scientists at the Tufts University School of Medicine analyzed the results of 34 controlled scientific studies that collectively assessed 2,219 people. Each study involved the use of at least one mind-body practice for between seven and 16 weeks and measured immune system health using multiple biological markers. Eighteen of the studies specifically examined inflammation factors, while seven evaluated antiviral-related immunity. Nine of the studies measured C-reactive protein (CRP) levels—an indicator of cardiovascular-related inflammation. The analysis revealed that mind-body therapies reduced CRP levels in subjects with high risk factors for cancer, diabetes, depression and cardiovascular disease. The scientists added that some of the research suggested that mind-body therapy may also increase immunity against viral infections.

Calcium and Vitamin D May Help Prevent Dental Decay

study from Argentina’s Buenos Aires University has linked dental caries to low levels of calcium and vitamin D. Dental status and caries risk were assessed by determining the number of decayed, missing and filled teeth, the amount of plaque and the sugar intake of 106 women of the average age of 24. Calcium levels were deficient among nearly 60 percent of the women, 70 percent had low blood levels of vitamin D, 72 percent consumed soft drinks daily and all of them presented gingivitis (gum disease). The third with the highest caries scores and decayed or missing teeth had significantly lower calcium intake and vitamin D levels and significantly higher intake of protein and soft drinks, plus significantly higher plaque and sugar intake compared with the rest of the women. The researchers concluded that low calcium intake is associated with a high risk of dental caries and a greater severity of oral disease. “Adequate nutritional status of calcium and vitamin D could be an additional factor that may help preserve good oral health,” they state.

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Marriage is Good for the Heart

esearch from the New York University School of Medicine found that married people have significantly less cardiovascular disease (CVD) than those that are divorced, widowed or otherwise single. The study used data on the rates of CVD from the health surveys of more than 3.5 million men and women collected at 20,000 U.S. medical centers. Married people under 50 had 12 percent lower incidence of heart disease than single people. Married couples between 51 and 60 years old had a 7 percent lower risk, while those over 60 had a 4 percent lower risk. The results were presented at the 2014 scientific sessions of the American College of Cardiology. Researcher and cardiologist Jeffrey Berger recommends that doctors show increased diligence for single patients: “If one of my patients is recently widowed or divorced, I’m increasingly vigilant about examining them for signs of any type of cardiovascular disease and depression,” he says.

A Healthy Approach to Intestinal Maintenance

mall intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition in which too many and the wrong kinds of bacteria inhabit the small intestine, or small bowel, usually due to another condition that interferes with normal intestinal activity. Bacteria are allowed to stay overlong and multiply or even spread backward from the colon into the small intestine. The results may include constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, fatigue and even anemia, because iron and vitamin B12 are absorbed here. Allopathic medicine usually kills off the overgrowth with antibiotics that tend to stay in the intestinal tract. The small intestine is then reseeded with healthy probiotics to establish the proper balance of gut bacteria essential to the absorption of nutrients and the production of some natural vitamins. Steven Frank, founder of Nature’s Rite, advises that as a more natural alternative, some naturopathic practitioners are using an enhanced aqueous silver colloid to kill off the overgrowth before reseeding. According to the Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, after using either technique, it helps to ingest herbs such as plantain, licorice, marshmallow and slippery elm bark, as well as aloe, to heal the damage. For more information, call 888-465-4404 or visit NaturesRiteRemedies.com. See ad, page 63.

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European Eco-Cooperation Linking Oceans and Human Health

EurOcean 2014, convened by the Italian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the European Marine Board, the European Commission and three Italian partner institutions—the National Research Council, National Inter-university Consortium for Ocean Science and the National Institute of Oceanography and Experimental Geophysics—has issued the first of 18 priorities cited in a declaration that adds momentum to a European Marine Board report, Linking Oceans and Human Health (Tinyurl.com/OceansAndHealth). Participants identified four high-level policy goals: valuing the ocean; capitalizing on European leadership; advancing ocean knowledge; and breaking scientific barriers. Newly discovered toxic nanoparticles and swelling micro-plastic marine pollution, with concerns emerging about higher seawater temperatures incubating chemical carcinogens, pose several new perils to human health. Jan Mees, chair of the European Marine Board, states, “To truly progress our knowledge, European scientists across a broad range of disciplines and domains must make a quantum leap towards holistic approaches and integrated research on a scale that will help us to much better understand, protect, manage and sustainably exploit the seas and oceans that surround us. This is a grand challenge; not just in Europe, but for human society as a whole.” Source: Eurocean2014.eu

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Climate Change Pledges Predict Progress President Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping have both made ambitious pledges to combat climate change. Jinping pledged that China’s CO2 emissions would peak around 2030; the first time that Beijing has set such a target. Obama promised that by 2025, the U.S. will have reduced its emissions by 23 to 26 percent from 2005 levels, twice as much as Washington had previously offered. The carbon emission deal that has been reached between China and the United States is a promising breakthrough. The world’s biggest economies account for one-third of the planet’s emissions, so their initiative should help persuade other countries to reach a global emissions agreement at a United Nations climate summit next year in Paris. President Obama faces opposition in the Republican-controlled Congress, although aides say he can act unilaterally. Moreover, rapidly evolving energy conditions in the United States, from the increased supply of natural gas to the expansion of renewable energies, will ease the pain of carbon cuts. 18

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Living Together

2014 Global Peace Index The world has become less peaceful over the last seven years, according to the 2014 Global Peace Index. It measures peace in 162 countries according to 22 indicators that gauge both the absence and fear of violence. This is the seventh year the index has been produced. Results from the 2014 Global Peace Index show that since 2008, 111 countries have deteriorated in levels of peace, while 51 increased. Europe retains its position as the most peaceful region, with 14 of the top 20 most peaceful countries. The world has become significantly less peaceful over the last year, mainly due to a rise in terrorist activity, conflicts being fought, and refugees and other displaced people. As for the human toll, 500 million people live in countries at risk of instability and conflict, 200 million of whom live below the poverty line. The global economic impact of violence reached $9.8 trillion last year, equal to twice the total gross domestic product of Africa.

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Hawaii Lobbies for Anti-GMOÂ Laws The Aloha State enjoys a year-round growing season, with multiple harvests annually. Last year, the Hawaiian island of Kauai passed genetically modified organism (GMO) farming restrictions, but they were overturned in court. Now, Maui County, which includes the Hawaiian islands of Maui, Lanai and Molokai, has approved a moratorium on the cultivation of genetically modified crops. The majority of Monsantoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s GMO corn seed sold to farmers in Argentina, Brazil and the U.S. comes from its Maui operation. If the law stands, Monsanto and Dow AgroSciences, another biotech firm with operations in Maui County, will need to seek alternatives. Lawsuits have already been filed by both opponents of the ban and proponents that want rigorous enforcement built in. Michael Lilly, former attorney general of Hawaii, expects the new law to be struck down like the previous Kauai attempt on grounds that state law supersedes it, although appeals in that case are underway. Meanwhile, an injunction has stalled the whole process. The message from anti-GMO forces is that although giant firms have deep pockets and many options, staunch determination to stem the tide of GMO crops worldwide may eventually bear the sweet fruit of victory. Source: Grist

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Our inclination to position ourselves near fire is a yearround lure nationwide. Yet, the traditional ingredient in both indoor fireplaces in the north and outdoor fire pits in the south should give shivers to the eco-minded. In addition to causing considerable air pollution, wood smoke contains carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and fine particulates that can aggravate asthma, allergies and other health conditions. Eco-friendly firelogs—many made of recycled biomass products like compressed wood sawdust, ground nutshells and other ingredients—provide low-emission and petroleum-free alternatives to cordwood. According to GreenAmerica.org, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends manufactured logs over wood to cut air pollutants. Major manufacturers noted by ApartmentTherapy. com include Java, which uses coffee grounds; Energy Log

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a big garden and several pets, I feel absolutely rooted in a way I have never experienced before and never would have imagined even desiring. But it is what we want—at least for now—and we’re relishing that stability.” Gilbert records the process of going from two global wanderers falling in love to a married couple sharing domestic chores in her follow-up memoir, Committed: A Love Story.

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The more areas of connection we have with our partners, the more opportunities we have to positively resonate every day, adds Frederickson. Thomas G. Plante, Ph.D., a psychology professor at California’s Santa Clara University and adjunct clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine, agrees. “Long-term relationships, like marriages, are partnerships in living,” according to Plante. “The vast majority of the time couples are together they’re not having hot sex, but are sharing a practical day-to-day life together.” Shared activities aren’t always exciting or glamorous. Raising children, working, managing a home, cooking and cleaning, shopping, being with friends and family and the rest of regular daily living is where the rubber meets the road in relationship satisfaction, observes Plante. “If couples aren’t compatible in these areas, then the connection and attraction will inevitably atrophy, tensions emerge and too often, relationships fracture and fall apart.” Compatibility means different things to different people, and requirements can change as individuals in a romantic partnership change over time. Compatibility also means agreement

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ent backgrounds, Bob and I know the power of mutual respect, trust and kindness,” reflects Barbara. “Part of our connection is that we have shared history and never take each other for granted.” Making long-distance work. Lisa Ekus, who runs the full-service culinary talent agency The Lisa Ekus Group, in Hatfield, Massachusetts, had been married twice and already raised her two children when she met Atlanta Chef Virginia Willis. They got to know each other through culinary events and to their surprise, fell in love. Over the past six years they’ve evolved a relationship that works for them—keeping a deep personal connection, but maintaining separate residences. Cookbook author Willis gardens, develops recipes and writes for her Food Network blog, “Down Home Comfort,” at Ekus’ New England compound in the summers; Ekus travels to the South during cold months. They also meet up as often as they can at conferences, food and wine festivals and other events during the rest of the year. “We are both smart, professional women who love what we do, have strong ethics and a high level of self-expectation in how we work,” says Ekus. “We are also best friends and work together professionally. The respect we

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Bridging the age gap. Karen and Dick Eagle, from St. Louis, Missouri, are 16 years apart in age, but are close in the ways that count. Both are strongminded and still vie to get their own way even after 30 years of marriage. “We argue over the stupidest things, and then resolve our disagreements and realize how good we have it,” says Karen. What first attracted them to each other—and keeps them together—is a love of playful fun and good times with friends. Karen remarks, “I knew Dick was ‘the one’ when he jumped flat-footed over a wingback chair at a friend’s house. That showed me that he was young at heart.” Making ends meet. Eleven years ago, when family therapist Susan Franklin lost her husband, Michael, a university college professor, she felt bereft and overwhelmed. The pair had owned a country property near Cleveland, Ohio, where they boarded horses. Susan realized, “I couldn’t keep up with everything on my own,” and Jake

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chia, hemp, nuts and fatty fish. For children 12 and older, supplement with fish oil containing 1,200 milligrams (mg) of (DHA) docosahexaenoic acid and (EPA) eicosapentaenoic acid combined. Try magnesium. Low levels of magnesium, also known as the calming mineral, are associated with restless legs, anxiety and irritability—all of which can exacerbate ADHD. For kids ages 4 to 8, start with 130 mg of magnesium in the morning. If the child has trouble sleeping, another dose before bed may help. Reduce the dose if loose stools occur.

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Boost B vitamins. Vitamins B6 and B12 are important building blocks for brain neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. Deficiency can impair nerve cell communication, hindering memory, focus and attention. Encourage a child to eat B-packed organic foods like eggs, poultry, bell peppers, yams and spinach, and sprinkle B-vitamin-rich nutritional yeast on dishes like noodles and soup. Naturopathic Doctor Laurie Brodsky, e-consultant, DrLaurieND.com, New York City. Give up gluten. Gluten is a complex, gooey conglomeration of many proteins that sticks to the digestive tract, often stimulating behavioral issues. When gluten inflames a child’s digestive system, brain inflammation likely occurs, as well. Look for gluten-free pasta, bread, crackers and cookies made from rice, quinoa, flaxseed and non-GMO (genetically modified) corn. Pair fats with food. Healthy brain function requires a proper ratio of anti-

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Avoid processed foods. High-fructose corn syrup and artificial colors such as Yellow 5, Blue 1 and Red 40 are linked to increased hyperactivity in children. Choose whole, real foods like whole grains and organic meats, vegetables and fruits. Use maple syrup rather than white sugar to sweeten foods—it’s fullflavored, so a little goes a long way. Behavior Specialist Margit Crane, educator, GiftedWithADD. com, Seattle, Washington. Lead by example. Parents have more power to handle their child’s ADHD than they think. Model the desired behaviors—if children are not allowed to eat in the living room, the rule should apply to the whole family. Maintaining consistent rules is vital. Set boundaries. Many parents and teachers believe that boundaries for ADHD-laden kids, that are often sensitive by nature, may be harsh or limiting. But these children actually thrive with boundaries. Rather than offer kids unlimited choices, give them two or three options. This helps a child feel safe. Regard a troubled child as scared, rather than angry—this will enable parents and caregivers to speak to them with compassion. Work with teachers. Some children with ADHD may have trouble fitting into traditional schools. When speaking with teachers, use collaborative words such as “partnership” to obtain healthy cooperation. Teachers have an entire class to attend to, not just this child; address them with respect and understanding, and everyone will ultimately benefit. Jenna Blumenfeld is the senior food editor at New Hope Natural Media, in Boulder, Colorado. Copyrighted 2014. Penton Media. 114554:1214BN.

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HAPPY MEALS Eating Healthy Foods Fights Off Depression by Lane Vail

dvertisements for antidepressants abound, yet a recent analysis in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that the benefits of treating mildly or moderately depressed individuals with these drugs “may be minimal or nonexistent” compared with a placebo. Most physicians agree that at least part of the prevention of and recovery from depression can be addressed through diet. “Every molecule in the brain begins as food,” says Dr. Drew Ramsey, author of The Happiness Diet and assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. “Food choice is the biggest puzzle piece patients have under their control.” Ramsey describes the modern American diet as being overwhelmed with highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates, omega-6 fats and sugar. His food philosophy serves as an overall prescription for mental health: “Eat food www.NAeastMichigan.com

that comes from farms and not factories; simple, recognizable human food.” Registered Dietitian Kathie Swift, an integrative clinical nutritionist in Lennox, Massachusetts, and author of The Swift Diet, agrees that food is powerful medicine. She recommends a balanced, flexitarian diet founded on plants, but including high-quality, animal-sourced foods. Just shifting our processed-foods to whole-foods ratio yields an improved mood, Swift says, which continues to motivate dietary change.

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Recent science suggests a deeper meaning to the “gut feeling” adage. Bacteria in the gut and neurochemicals in the brain communicate intimately and bidirectionally via the vagus nerve, explains Swift. Altering the gut’s microbial population, whether from chronic stress, antibiotic overuse or nutritional deficiencies, can change brain chemistry

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Watermelon’s red color is due to its high concentration of the antioxidant lycopene, which helps resolve free radical damage, inflammation and hormone imbalances associated with depression, notes Swift. Grass-Fed Beef with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Kale and Greek Yogurt Swirled with Raspberries A British Journal of Nutrition study showed that beef raised on chlorophyllrich grass provides more omega-3s than grain-fed beef. Like other animal proteins, beef is a significant source of tryptophan. Kale and sweet potatoes contribute fiber, folate and vitamin A, which promotes the enzymes that create the pleasure neurotransmitter, dopamine. Yogurt is also high in tryptophan, and raspberries provide folate and antioxidants. Free-Range Egg Omelet with Spinach, Tomatoes, Cheese and Fresh Papaya Eggs are a power-packed food full of B vitamins, tyrosine and tryptophan amino acids, plus selenium, zinc and iodide, micronutrients vital for proper functioning of the energy- and metabolism-regulating thyroid, says Ramsey. Tomatoes and natural cheese are high in lycopene and tryptophan, respectively, and spinach and papaya are packed with folate and fiber.

and thereby influence mood, mental clarity and sleep, she says. In 2013, Canadian researchers altered both the neurochemicals and behavior in mice by switching their intestinal microbiota; anxious mice given the microbes of intrepid mice became braver, and vice versa. Another small study in the British Journal of Nutrition showed a decrease in depression and anxiety symptoms in volunteers taking probiotics for a month. Essentially, says Swift, “We have a brain in the belly,” which must be nourished by both prebiotics (soluble fiber) and probiotics (fermented food). “Fiber is the quintessential substance to feed the lovely community of bugs in the gut,” says Swift, “while fermented foods interact with resident bacteria and give them a boost.” She recommends a variety of vegetables as a primary source of fiber, especially legumes, along with fruits, nuts, cheese and the occasional gluten-free whole grain. Probiotic foods include fermented vegetables, kefir, yogurt with live active cultures and apple cider vinegar.

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Most psychiatric medications target feel-good neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, says Ramsey, but the body also manufactures these chemicals naturally during the methylation cycle, a B-vitamin-dependent neurological process. “B vitamins are superstars of the brain,”

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Ramsey says. “Think of them as lubrication for the brain’s gears.” Folate, or vitamin B9 is particularly important to healthy nervous system functioning. A meta-analysis of 15,000 people reported in the Journal of Epidemiology associated low folate with a higher risk of depression. Dark leafy greens like kale, spinach and Swiss chard are high in B vitamins, as are beets, eggs, lentils, beans and whole grains; helpful fruits include papaya, avocado and berries.

Omega-3s Please

“It’s a horrible notion that fat is bad,” says Ramsey. Swift agrees, noting, “We need a major renovation and reeducation of this important neuro-nutrient.” The integrity of a neuron cell membrane, which Swift describes as “a beautiful and fluid layer of lipids,” is crucial for brain health because it dictates communication among neurotransmitters. “The fat we eat becomes the fat of our cell membranes,” she says. “So nourish your membranes with adequate amounts of the right types of fat.” Long-chain omega-3s (DHA) docosahexaenoic acid and (EPA) eicosapentaenoic acid build and protect neurons, help prevent cognitive decline with age and can boost overall mood and mental performance, says Ramsey. A study in the Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry found that treating depressed patients with omega-3 EPA was as equally effective as Prozac. “DHA and EPA are the two most important fats for brain health on the planet, period,” states Ramsey. Foods rich in omega-3s include fatty seafood like salmon, mussels and oysters, plus sea vegetables, walnuts, flaxseed and grass-fed beef. For vegetarians and vegans, Ramsey recommends an algal DHA supplement. Focusing on feeding the brain doesn’t preclude staving off heart disease, obesity or diabetes. “Follow the rules of eating for brain health,” Ramsey says, “and you’ll also be slim, energized, focused and resilient.” It’s all a recipe for happiness. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

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ecently, a woman came to my practice for her 6 month dental hygiene visit. She comes in like clockwork every 6 months to make sure her oral health is in tip top shape. As I performed her dental exam and oral cancer screening, we discussed the fact that she had not needed any dental work in quite a long time and that she was in great oral health. She was beaming with pride because this was not always the case for her. When she first came to our practice as a new patient 2 years ago, it was the first time she had visited a dentist in 20 years! Not surprisingly, she needed some of work to get her oral health in shape. I have many stories just like this one and it always gets me thinking about why don’t people go to the dentist regularly or at all? Various surveys estimate that 30-50% of Americans do not regularly go to the dentist. While many of them cite cost as the reason, one-third of Americans who have dental insurance still don't go—sometimes for years. The sad fact is that, in the vast majority of dental emergency cases, they could have been prevented if the patient had kept up with regular 6 month visits. If you only go in the case of an emergency, there is already something very wrong with your teeth. Addressing that advanced problem is often painful and usually significantly more expensive than keeping up with regular hygiene visits which allow problems to be diagnosed and addressed early. Keep in mind, the money you invest in regular hygiene visits and a filling could save you thousands of dollars in the future for a root canal and crown. Other common reasons for not going are fear or embarrassment. There are many people who are simply scared to go to the dentist. Some are afraid that it will be painful or uncomfortable, while others are afraid the

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For the bereaved (literally defined as “torn apart”), the symptoms of grief are meant to slow us down, advises Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D., director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition, in Fort Collins, Colorado, and author of numerous related books, including Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart. Society expects bereaved people to “carry on, keep their chins up, be glad they had him/her as long as they did or else be grateful that our loved one’s pain is over”—all platitudes that are more hurtful than helpful, says Wolfelt. Mourning takes time, but it also requires a social context, he explains. “It’s the shared response to loss. If you isolate yourself, you are grieving, not mourning. You can’t do this on your own. It’s bigger than you.” For those that feel stuck or unable to move forward, experienced grief counselors may be able to help. Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous health books, including Ten Best Ways to Manage Stress. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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BRINGING MORE THAN HOMEWORK HOME By Ryan Hogan It’s the time of year when we send our kids back to school from the holidays. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Upper respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.

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HOW? Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then proceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.

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O’Malley believes that struggle is humanity’s core compulsion. We develop a story about the difficulty of life and heroically fight against myriad injustices. Yet making a U-turn in perspective to see them as challenges is tailormade to help us recognize and achieve separation from our individual struggles in favor of a better way of experiencing life. “The dictionary misses the full meaning when it defines humility as ‘lowliness, meekness, submissiveness,’” O’Malley believes. “True humility is a state of great availability, and from this kind of openness we can reconnect with the joy of being fully alive.” She now discovers gifts embedded in every single challenge. Deborah Shouse blogs at DeborahShouseWrites.wordpress.com. Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love. ~Mother Teresa

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Regenerative Agriculture Developing Ecologically Regenerative and Economically Viable Landscapes by Lesley Tarsi

hen we think about it, our world is made up of a variety of systems. One example is the human body. This is a complex system with its own set of smaller systems such as the nervous system, skeletal system, circulatory system, muscular system, organs and mind. Its many different parts and elements then connect to form a greater whole. Each system works together. One system affects another. When we look beyond our bodies we realize the need for air, food, clean water, exercise and other people to survive. We can think of what other systems we must rely on and also what systems do we affect as humans? Two terms that are an integral part of our systems are ecology and ecosystem. Ecology by definition is the branch of biology that deals with the relations of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings. An ecosystem is the complex of a community of organisms and its environment functioning as an ecological unit. Seeing whole systems and “thinking in systems” is the basis for the work of Mark Angelini, Co-founder of Roots to Fruits, LLC based in Oakland County. They are a permaculture design and edible landscaping firm that specializes in the planning and development of abundant, biodiverse, and durable human habitats. They work with homeowners, businesses, and farmers to develop ecologically regenerative and economically viable landscapes that produce a bounty of yields in the forms of food, medicine, enjoyment, and more. Angelini sites the example of agriculture in our society and explains that we often hear of many isolated issues or problems facing the farming industry such as yields, pesticides, and prices. Many times, these issues are looked at separately. “If we view these problems from a whole systems view, and put on our systems thinking caps we can see that these issues

"In a polyculture," he says, "where many species are grown together, it’s mutually beneficial to the system, increasing the net yield of the parcel, and holding soil in place with perennial roots and much more.' This all relates to the term, regenerative agriculture. Regenerative agriculture is identified with other approaches to organic farming including maintaining a high percentage of organic matter in soils, minimum tillage, biodiversity, composting, mulching, crop rotation, covering crops and using green manures. The concentration is on soil health or to generate soils where they are not healthy. “When agriculture is regenerative, soils, water, vegetation and productivity continually improve rather than staying the same or slowly getting worse,” explains Dr. Christine Jones, founder of Amazing Carbon. "Quality topsoil is made up of rock minerals, air, water and living things such as plant roots, microorganisms, insects and worms and the organic materials they produce." Essential ingredients for soil formation are minerals, air, water, living things in the soil and their by-products like plants and animals and living things on the soil and their by-products. Another ingredient is intermittent disturbance schedules like planned grazing. Regenerative agriculture leads to healthy soil, capable of producing high quality, nutrient dense food while simultaneously improving, rather than degrading land, and ultimately leading to productive farms and healthy communities and economies. "Regenerative agriculture," adds Trevor Newton, co-founder of Roots to Fruits, LLC, "is all about creating systems that not only sustain human health but also give back to the greater ecosystem by improving soil quality, capturing and purifying water, increasing wildlife habitat, so on and so forth. From that lens, farming is one of the greatest acts of land restoration and conservation." Lesley Tarsi is a contributing writer and editor for Natural Awakenings. Sources: • Roots to Fruits, LLC • Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia • Dr. Christine Jones, Organic Consumers Association, OrganicConsumers.org

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When Your Pet Passes A Guide to Mourning, Remembering and Healing by Julianne Hale

pet’s love is extraordinary because it is unconditional. It doesn’t have expectations, pass judgment or try to leverage guilt. It is rich in loyalty, trust and adoration. Domestic pets provide warmth, companionship and love, as well as purpose, fun and conversational gambits for family members. For lonely hearts, they are a lifeline, providing a physical, emotional and spiritual connection to life that may prove critical to survival and happiness. Loving pets seem like an endless source of happiness while with us, but few outlive their owners. Loss is as much a part of having a pet as potty training and vaccinations. For some, the loss of a dog or cat is debilitating and the grieving process can take months. Rev. Gary Kowalski, author of Goodbye, Friend and a Unitarian Universalist minister in Santa Fe, New Mexico, contends that the depth of the relationship that we develop with pets emerges from the time we spend with them every day—exercising, feeding, grooming and even sleeping with them. The relationship is pure and uncomplicated, and the pain of separation can be especially intense and profound. The challenge of pet loss is often complicated by the difficult decision to euthanize an aged or suffering animal. “One of the hardest things about having a dog is that sometimes you have to decide to end its life,” says Jon Katz, of upstate New York, a New York Times bestselling author of many books about dogs, including Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die. “Our job as pet www.NAeastMichigan.com

owners is to be an advocate for our pets, making sure they do not suffer. Don’t poison the joy that you shared with your pet with guilt over your decisions,” he says. Katz recommends taking photos of pets and making intentional memories in the time leading up to parting to encourage closure. The same kind of rituals we use to honor and say goodbye to other family members can likewise help ease the pain of a pet’s passing. Owners can gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the life of their pet with a burial ceremony or memorial. Kowalski likes adding meaningful words. His book includes a variety of readings that pet owners can use in their rituals taken from poems, literature, the Bible and other sacred texts. When a human friend or family member dies, compassion and empathy flows from everyone we meet, but many may not be aware of, or understand, the depth of grief associated with a pet’s death. “Some people feel embarrassed or don’t understand that mourning a deceased pet is a normal process,” explains Julia Harris, a pet bereavement counselor from Ellijay, Georgia, and author of Pet Loss: A Spiritual Guide. Support is essential during times of grief, and it can be difficult to find an understanding friend to discuss it with. Several online communities are devoted to providing support. An Internet search of “pet loss support” yields a wealth of online resources. In the same way that the belief in an afterlife comforts people of many faith traditions when a person passes,

the possibility of the same destiny for pets can offer comfort. “Perhaps one of the most common questions I am asked is whether or not animals have a soul,” explains Harris. “I encourage people to know that the soul, like love, is eternal. It leaves the physical body, but the loving relationship continues.” While there’s no standard timeline for the grieving process, it’s important to keep perspective. Excessive grief can lead to depression. “If the grief is interfering with life and your work, then you may need to seek professional help,” advises Katz. Not even a parent is capable of providing the purely unconditional love we receive from pets. Kowalski views it as a sacred connection, observing that through the unconditional love and acceptance that we receive from our pets, we get a little glimpse of what God’s love must look like. Julianne Hale is a writer and editor for Natural Awakenings and blogs about family life at AnotherGrayHair. WordPress.com.

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or many children, the loss of a beloved pet is their first exposure to death, and age-appropriate honesty is the best policy for helping them through this difficult time. Rev. Gary Kowalski advises parents and caregivers to reassure kids that the death of an animal is not something they have to fear, and let them know that the animal is not in pain, is not sleeping and is in a peaceful place. He cautions parents against speaking euphemistically about death to young children. Involving children in the planning of a memorial service for a pet can be therapeutic. Let them talk openly about their favorite memories together and their sadness. Bereavement counselor Julia Harris encourages parents to share stories from their faith traditions that address afterlife. “These stories can help your child best understand that God continues to watch over their pet,” she contends. “This provides a sense of security that the pet is safe and remains with your child in spirit and memory.”

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Veterinary Hospice Support and Guidance During Transition By Nicole Miale

n 1998, Dr. Kathryn Marocchino of Vallejo, CA founded Nikki Hospice Foundation for Pets, the nation’s first nonprofit devoted to home care of terminally ill companion animals. This is how the foundation defined animal hospice: “Animal hospice means seeing through the veil and viewing death not as an enemy to be feared but as a doorway to other states of being. Animal hospice means accepting that we have done our best with what we have been given during a specific moment in time but never feeling regret. Animal hospice means being willing to give death a chance without allowing fear, apprehension of our own discomfort to guide our decisions. Animal hospice means accepting death as a moment of grace and coming to realize that we are still learning, every step of the way. Animal hospice means allowing our animals to teach us what they know about death – far more than we can ever hope to know.” For many people, most veterinarians included, this flies in the face of conventional wisdom; if an animal is terminally ill and begins to fail, euthanasia is commonly thought to be the next step. A growing number of determined veterinarians and animal caretakers are working to shift the con-

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ventional paradigm toward conscious end-of-life care for companion animals. These individuals are raising awareness about the availability of palliative care for dying animals and focusing their practices on end-of-life care to more actively provide supportive care for devoted caretakers and pets during the transitional period. Stamford veterinarian Mary Craig began her mobile veterinary practice Gentle Goodbye three years ago specifically to serve the needs of families and animals nearing the end of the journey together. “Many vets don’t believe in hospice care for pets because they think they should euthanize the animal if suffering is occurring,” she says. “I don’t think the two are mutually exclusive or the same thing.” She refers to the hospice or palliative care phase as the time “when we don’t necessarily have to euthanize, but we have to do something to maintain some quality of life for the animal. In many ways, it’s the gap in time between when the animal is ready and the owner is ready.” The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has issued guidelines on veterinary hospice care, defining it as care “that will allow a terminally ill animal to live comfortably at home www.NAeastMichigan.com

The International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) was founded in 2009 by a small group of veterinarians concerned with the lack of preparation veterinarians are given to deal with death and the dying process. The group’s focus is on educating veterinarians and gathering research to help support the creation of better training in veterinary schools for this subspecialty. The association holds an annual meeting once per year and draws increasing numbers of curious vets each year to discuss end-of-life topics which may not be taken seriously by the majority of the profession. Dale Krier of Creature Comforts Mobile Veterinary Service in Sherman attended the IAAHPC meeting last fall and it was a watershed event for her. She has maintained a successful full-service mobile veterinary practice for 19 years, but is now shifting her focus to specialize in hospice and end-of-life care. “What I’ve realized over time is that while I love working with happy, healthy animals, there are plenty of vets available to take care of them,” she explains. “In general, we as vets have been poorly prepared to help our clients when they get to the later stages and fewer people call when they’re in the palliative phase because they’re unaware that there might be support available. So the call we get is usually when it’s at the end. It’s my goal to help change that and make the last days or weeks better for the animal and the family.” Krier cites the example of a client whose son has Asperger syndrome and was extremely connected to the family dog who was nearing the end of its life. “Every client has unique needs and challenges,” she says. “In this case we had a lot of conversations about all the intricacies of the family dynamic and how to help the son deal with the impending loss. There is a lot of planning and sensitivity to apply in these

The comfort of the animal must always be considered when veterinary hospice care is provided. situations which can be missing in the conventional approach.” Craig points out that many veterinarians already deliver palliative care in a clinic setting, but may call it something different, like geriatric medicine. She and Krier agree many times a client loses touch with their regular vet when the point is reached that there is nothing else curative to be done or when the recommended protocol is not chosen by the client. That’s when a client might think next of euthanasia, unaware that hospice care might represent a viable step in between. “If someone has a cat or dog with cancer and they’ve reached the point where they don’t want to or can no longer do medical intervention, then they take their animal home from the hospital and have lost their connection to the vet and the support staff there,” Krier explains. “There may be many things the client can do for their animal at home, but because nothing is being pursued medically, they lose their guidance and support system.” In this area some of the local veterinarian hospitals are beginning to tap into their colleagues’ expertise; a third of Craig’s patients now come from referrals from other doctors. When she is called in, Craig will conduct a medical assessment and create a care protocol with the family, using subjective measurements on objective scales to gather data which will be useful in assessing the patient’s state of being. The length of time she works with the family and animal might be brief – days or a few weeks – but the period is emotionally intense for all involved. This is also when ordained animal chaplain Barbara Richards of Paws Prayers n People in Newtown might be found visiting

with a family and their animal. “Most of my sessions are with people who know the end is near but need help dealing with that,” Richards explains. “Our connection to the animals and our pets is so deep. The reactions of people and their animals to this time of transition can be very profound. What I do is help to guide them through the process, through prayer, ceremony, energy work, whatever they need.” As Craig notes, the journey for animals has changed significantly over the past few generations; they have come out of the fields and barns as workers and into houses, bedrooms and even under the covers as cherished companions. The deep relationship between many people and their pets now requires an honoring which may be unprecedented in human history. Richards, who is also a certified pet loss grief counselor and Reiki practitioner, focuses her pastoral work on animals; alleviating their suffering and that of people connected to them is her calling. “Much of it is the animals,” Richards says. “Much of it is the relationships we form with them. There is also the fact that we mark the years of our lives by the pets who share them. Honoring those connections and life chapters is very important and necessary in order for there to be closure and peace.”

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Veterinarian Kristen Klie of Monroebased Final Journey took a pastoral care and counseling course at a seminary in Hartford which she applies in her veterinary practice providing at-home euthanasia services when the time finally comes. “How different things could be for vets and so many other people if the vets were taught how to really listen and relax with the process.” She sees the change happening in her profession and welcomes it. “As vets, we’re becoming more aware of the need for this. It is important and necessary to provide comfort and more gracefully follow the steps of the death and dying process.” Nicole Miale is Publisher and Executive Editor of Natural Awakenings Fairfield County. February 2015

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Best Buddy Dog Rescue - 12-4pm. 2nd & 4th Sundays. Pet Supplies Plus, 8020 Cooley Lake Rd, White Lake. 248-360-1400. Devoted Friends Animal Society - 11am-5pm. 4th Sunday monthly. Pet Supplies Plus, 22 N Ortonville Rd, ORTONVILLE. 248-627-7900.

Cat's Cradle Adoptions - 12-4pm. 1st & 3rd Sundays. Pet Supplies Plus, 41660 W. 10 Mile Rd, Novi. 248-380-0007.

Elizabeth Lake Animal Rescue - 1st Saturdays: 10am-2pm; 3rd Saturdays: 1-4pm. Pet Supplies Plus, 8020 Cooley Lake Rd, White Lake. 248-360-1400.

Idyllic Cat & Dog Sanctuary - 1-5pm. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. Pet Supplies Plus, 11525 S Saginaw, Grand Blanc. 810-694-1771.

Guardian Angel Animal Rescue - 1-4pm. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. Pet Supplies Plus, 1170 Walton, Rochester Hills. 248-650-5385. Rejoiceful Animal Rescue - 3-7pm. 2nd & 4th Saturdays. Pet Supplies Plus, 42241 Garfield, Clinton Twp. 586-228-0090.

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Senior Citizen Day - 9am-9pm. Seniors (55 and older) receive 10% discount on purchase. Excludes sale items and live animals. ORTONVILLE and Lapeer Pet Supplies Plus, For more information, contact store at 248-627-7900 and 810-245-2200.

Adoptions - 12pm-4pm. We do adoptions each Sat. & Sunday every month. FREE. PetSmart, BRIGHTON.

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Senior Citizen Day - 9am-9pm. Every Tuesday. Seniors (55 and older) will receive a 10% discount on total purchase. Excludes sale items and live animals. WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP Pet Supplies Plus, 64920 Van Dyke. For more information call 586752-2800.

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K-9 Stray Rescue League - 11am-3pm. 2nd Sat. monthly. Pet Supplies Plus, 22 N Ortonville Rd, ORTONVILLE. 248-627-7900.

Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society Adoptions - 1st & 2nd Saturdays (5th Saturday, if applicable). PetSmart Utica, 45050 Northpointe Blvd. 586-323-7030; 3rd & 4th Saturdays. PetSmart Roseville, 32074 Gratiot Avenue. 586-294-0519 Paws Animal Rescue - 12-4pm. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. Pet Supplies Plus, 22 N Ortonville Rd, ORTONVILLE. 248-627-7900.

Forget Us Not Rescue - 1st & 3rd Saturdays 124pm. Pet Supplies Plus, 42241 Garfield, Clinton Twp. 586-228-0090.

Heaven Will Wait Adoption Event - 12-4pm. 2nd & 4th Weekend monthly. Pet Supplies Plus, 31029 Harper, St. Clair Shores. 586-771-3277.

Homefurever Dog & Puppy Adoptions - 12pm4pm. Every other Saturday adoptions at PetcoTroy 1217 Coolidge, Bet 14-15 Mile 248 6430694 & Petco-Roseville 32074 Gratiot 13 1/2

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rehab & therapies Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Therapy for Pets 1894 Star Batt Drive, ROCHESTER HILLS 248-564-0309 PawsitiveStepsRehab.com

Our veterinary facility provides exclusively rehabilitation, physical medicine and pain management care for pets. Our services include acupuncture, laser therapy, hydrotherapy and more. All patients are managed by a rehabilitation certified veterinarian.

furry friends rescue Brighton/South Lyon area 248-860-5688

GRACE Greyhound Rescue HoundsOfGrace.org 734- 347 5061

humane society of livingston County 2464 Dorr Rd - howell 517-552-8050

Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society 13569 Joseph Campau St, Detroit 313-891-7188 Adoption line: 313-891-1088 MACSshelter.org

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27452 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak 248-545-6630 Doc4Pets.com Dr. Simon is the owner of Woodside Animal Clinic in Royal Oak, where he practices both alternative and conventional medicine on dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and rodents. He is the author of 4 pet care books. See ad page 47.

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Monday, January 26

Lots~N~Lots of Spaghetti Dinner & Bake Sale - 5-7:30pm. $6 per person for ages 9 & older (all you can eat). $3 per person for ages 5 to 8 years old (all you can eat). Children 4 & under eat free. Bake Sale prices vary. Proceeds will benefit the Parks and Recreation Department and the Fifty Plus Active Adults Group. 12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg. 248-846-6558.

Tuesday January 27

Cheese & Wine Nights Cheese Making & Classification - 6-7:30pm. for a fabulous evening of fun, cheeses and fabulous wines. We’ll show you the art of cheese making & classification and pair the perfect wines for sampling. Join us. Whole Foods Market Troy 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

An Evening with The Esselstyn’s - 6:30-8pm. Our Metro Detroit Whole Foods Market locations along with Paul Chatlin’s Plant Based Nutrition Support Group are proud to welcome Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn for a FREE event discussing how to prevent and reverse heart disease with a whole food, plant-based diet. Groves High School, Main Theater Auditorium, 20500 West Thirteen Mile Road, Beverly Hills. Info Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

Wednesday, January 28

The Amazing Thyroid. - 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. FREE. Vitamin Shoppe, Auburn Hills. Call 248-879-1900 to register.

Friday, January 30

Intro to Essential Oils - 6:30-8:30pm. Essential oils are one of the greatest untapped resources of the world. Learn about the benefits of essential oils, what they are, how they work and how they can benefit you and your family. FREE. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62.

Saturday, January 31

Gluten-Free & Whole Grains - Noon. Lisa Howard, Author, Culinary Speaker, Recipe Developer & Cooking Instructor. Learn more about "upgraded" gluten-free ingredients, natural sweeteners, and unrefined oils and fats. FREE. Better Health, 14105 Hall Rd, Shelby Twp. RSVP: 586-884-6160. See ad page 63.

Stop the Excuses - 11am. Let Peter Nielsen help break the cycle of excuses and give you a master blueprint to succeed on your fitness workout and nutritional plan. FREE. Better Health, 42875 Grand River, Novi. RSVP: 248-735-8100. See ad page 63.

Reboot for Better Health - Noon. Are you gluten or lactose intolerant, experience digestive issues, battling with your weight or struggling with chronic pain? Learn how to turn back the hands of time. NO GIMMICKS. NO PILLS. Just a holistic

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approach to empower your body's natural healing abilities. FREE. Better Health, 2053 Telegraph, Bloomfield Hills. See ad page 63.

Monday, February 2

Health Starts Here 28 Day Challenge Kick Off! - 7pm. Looking to improve your dietary habits after the holidays? Join us for the kick off of our 28 Day Challenge, a month long comprehensive resource to help you make the most nutritional choices possible! FREE. Registration is required at our customer service desk. Whole Foods Rochester Hills 248-371-1400 & TROY 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

Tuesday, February 3

VegMI Presents:Vegan 101 Cooking Class - 7pm. Join VegMichigan for this monthly event, which will include a cooking demonstration and samples. Long-time VegMichigan members will discuss how easy it can be to transform a standard meal to a delicious, vegan option. FREE. Registration is required at our Customer Service desk. Whole Foods Rochester Hills 248-371-1400. See ad page 47. Raw Food & Wheatgrass Tasting - 5-7pm. Learn how to incorporate more fresh raw foods into your daily diet from vegan & raw food chef Deb Klungle of Nourished Body. Also talk with Anca Iordachianu of Wheatgrass and Sprouts learn about the amazing benefits of drinking wheatgrass juice. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

Friday, February 6

Partner Yoga - 7:30-9pm. Yoga means union & partner yoga provides a way to approach your union with openhearted inquisitiveness for one another. It does not require flexibility or experience in yoga, just to have fun! $15. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-9495515. See ad page 62.

Saturday, February 7

Paleo in the 21st Century - Noon. How to eat like a caveman in the modern world. Come enjoy a seminar packed with facts about Paleo nutrition. FREE. Better Health, 14105 Hall Rd, Shelby Twp. RSVP: 586-884-6160. See ad page 63. Free Cooking Class - Noon. MacroVal shows how to feed the largest muscle in your body, your heart. Beans are a great way to get good quality protein in your diet. These heart healthy recipes are sure to please your loved ones. FREE. Better Health, 42875 Grand River, Novi. RSVP: 248-735-8100. See ad page 63. Pamper your Valentine with Homemade Body Care - 12-2pm. This year our Troy store is playing cupid with demonstrations on making your own body scrubs, body butters, and facial toners right at home. Join us in our Whole Body department and learn to make the perfect gifts for your valentine right at home. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600.

Candle Light Yin with Live Music - 7-8:30pm. An intimate evening of yoga & live music by Vishnu

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Blue. Suitable for all levels of students, Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, & lower spine. Bliss! $15. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62.

Monday, February 9

Relaxation for Comfortable Childbirth - 7pm. Join Janice Weaver of Peaceful Birthing to discover the benefits HypnoBirthing ® - a beautiful and easy to learn method which combines relaxation, breathing and visualization techniques to ease pain and empower women to release fear and build confidence, whether birthing at home or a hospital setting. With fear and stress removed from the birth experience, birth becomes a safe, joyful and beautiful bonding experience. FREE. Whole Foods Rochester Hills 248-371-1400. See ad page 47.

Wednesday, February 11

Live to 100...10 Do's and Don'ts for Longevity - 7pm. Featured speaker Diane Culik, MD. FREE informative health lecture. Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Rd, Troy. RSVP: 248-758-9100. See ad page 36.

The Amazing Thyroid! - 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. Vitamin Shoppe, Rochester Hills. FREE! Call 248-879-1900 to register.

Thursday, February 12

CRWC Lecture Series - 6-7:30pm. "Reel" Time: An overview of the Paint Creek and Stoney Creek Fisheries. FREE. Orion Art Center, 115 S. Anderson, Lake Orion. Info/RSVP: Clinton River Watershed Council 248-601-0606.

Saturday, February 14

Partner Yoga - 6:30-8pm. $25/couple. Namaste Yoga, 309 S Troy St, Royal Oak. 248-399-9642. See ad page 32.

Pamper Your Valentine-Chocolate Dipped Sensation - 12-3pm. Enjoy beautiful berries hand dipped in decadent rich chocolate, made to order and ready to take home. Also visit our prepared foods department for a nice selection of romantic meals for 2, ready to go. FREE gift wrapping on any flower purchase. Happy Valentine’s Day from Whole Foods Market in Troy. 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

Sunday, February 15

CPR Training - 3pm-5pm. With the AHA Heart Saver CPR program learn how to respond to adult CPR & choking emergencies, including the use of automated external defibrillator, certification is issued upon successful completion. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62.

Monday, February 16

Living Gluten Free - 7pm. Suffering with gluten or other food allergies? Join us for our monthly support group with instructors Lee Rossano and Venesa Ajredinovski! FREE. Class size is limited please call 248-371-1400 to register! Whole Foods Rochester Hills. See ad page 21.

Tuesday, February 17

Manage Stress Seminar - 6pm. With Dr. Pavel Bence of Bence Chiropractic. FREE. Ike's Restaurant, Sterling Heights. Info/RSVP: 586-978-9900. See ad page 25.

Wednesday February 18

Whole Planet Foundation Prosperity Campaign Kick-off - Thru 3/31. Whole Foods Market addresses this reality through microcredit, raising $1 million dollars annually to support micro lending projects. Join us in empowering entrepreneurs in the global community by making a tax deductible donation to the Whole Planet Foundation. 100% of your contribution goes to micro lending programs in Africa, Asia, Central America and the United States. Whole Foods Markets Metro Detroit.

The Amazing Thyroid! - 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. Whole Foods, Rochester Hills. FREE! Call 248-879-1900 to register.

Saturday, February 21

MELT Intro Hand & Foot Treatment - 12pm1pm. This simple self-treatment technique can make your whole body feel better and provide relief from neck and low back pain, arthritis, bunions, plantar fascitis and carpal tunnel syndrome. $15. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62.

Hot Dogs for A Cause To Benefit The Whole Planet Foundation (WPF) - 12-3pm. Donate $3 to our WPF and get a hot dog (vegan OR traditional) with chips & all the trimmings. 1 for $3, 2 for $5 or 3 for $7. Donations tax deductible. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

Tuesday February 24

Community Support Day Lighthouse of Oakland County - All Day. Show your support for Lighthouse of Oakland County. On this day, Whole Foods locations in Rochester Hills, Troy and West Bloomfield will donate 5% of the day’s sales to Lighthouse, the single largest nonprofit provider of emergency food and housing to lowincome families in Oakland County. Lighthouse has a 41-year history of providing a continuum of services to families in crisis.

Thursday, February 26

CRWC Lecture Series - 6-7:30pm. Landscaping for the Birds, Butterflies and Water Quality. FREE. Orion Art Center, 115 S. Anderson, Lake Orion. Info/RSVP: Clinton River Watershed Council 248601-0606.

Saturday, February 28

Couples Massage - 7-9pm. Partners will learn to give and receive a relaxing therapeutic body massage to help them reconnect with one another. The workshop is for romantic couples only. Please wear loose fitting clothing. $25/person. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62.

Saturday, March 7

ROCC Holistic Health & Wellness Expo - 10am3pm. The Royal Oak Community Coalition annual Holistic Health & Wellness Expo is offering early bird discounts for booths reserved before 1/5/15. Space limited. RSVP today. All proceeds go to benefit Royal Oak Community Coalition efforts & Royal Oak Schools. Royal Oak High School, 1500 Lexington. Info: 248-546-7622. See NewsBrief page 10.

Thursday, March 12

CRWC Lecture Series - 6-7:30pm. Managing Your Lawn for Water Quality. FREE. Orion Art Center, 115 S. Anderson, Lake Orion. Info/RSVP: Clinton River Watershed Council 248-601-0606.

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Fine Arts Meet Up Group - 1:30pm-pm. Explore the art of Diego Rivera at the Detroit Institute of Arts with Kara Asbury leading the tour. Meet at Integrative Counseling, car pool to the museum, and enjoy refreshments on return to ICS. $25. Integrated Counseling Services, 2265 Livernois Rd Ste 260, TROY. Kara Asbury 248-250-9105. See ad page 7.

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Mind, Body, and Soul Health Fair - 1-5pm. Join Rebekah's in welcoming the spring in good health. Includes free food, product samples, educational speakings, acupuncture, massages, and more! FREE. Rebekahs Health & Nutrition Source, 588 S Main St, LAPEER. Rebekah Niman 810-660-8585.

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ongoingevents NOTE: All calendar events must be received via our online submission form by the 12th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. No phone or fax submissions, please. Visit NACalendar.com to submit online. ing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation. Warren. 586-751-7500. See ad page 14.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous – 6pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, overweight,, undereating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. FREE. Royal Oak Church of Christ, 115 S Campbell Road, Royal Oak, Contact Grace 586-808-2148. Meditation & Study Group - 6p-7pm. Learn how to start or keep your meditation practice, while also learning ancient yogic teachings & how they apply to modern life. Everyone is welcome. Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62.

Essential Yoga w/Meditation - 6:30-7:45pm. Dan Gwinn will be teaching. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St, Royal Oak. Linda K. Makowski 248752-3431. See ad page 32.

28 Day Challenge Support Group - 4pm. Learn more about taking the 28 day challenge at Whole Foods throughout February. Feb 2: Pantry Makeover; Feb 9: Plant Based 101; Feb 16: Extracted Oils; Feb 23: Staying Plant Strong. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600. (see description on Feb 2 event listing). YIN with Lynne - 8-9am. Yin yoga is amazing. It gently opens your hips, low back and sacrum and leaves you feeling relaxed and focused. $15. passes available. Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills. 248-520-1011. See ad page 14.

Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Tue & Thurs same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810667-2101. See ad page 53. Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releas-

La Leche League of Lake Orion - 10am. Daytime Series meeting: 3rd Monday. FREE. Christ the Redeemer Church, 2700 Waldon Rd, Lake Orion. Tawnya 586-604-4074. Breastfeeding Info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. FREE. 2nd Monday, January only. St. John-Mac.Hosp. Med.Educ.Ctr, 12000 E. 12 Mile. Enter pkg lot @ Main Hosp. drive & bear L. Mtg in 1st bldg. on L. Aud.A. WARREN. Info: Ginny 586-940-1634.

Meatless Mondays - 12-2pm & 4-6pm.thru February. 5 fabulous Health Starts Here dishes for only $5 for lunch or dinner. Each week we create a NEW menu prepared fresh in our kitchen with love without any added, oil, refined sugar, or sodium. Our Health Starts Here menu offers quality, awesome flavor and a great value you can feel good about. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600. We Survived Cancer...Now What? - 2nd Mondays, 6-7pm. Gretchen Fleischmann, Nurse Practitioner and breast cancer survivor discusses what causes cancer, protecting the body during treatment, detoxification, prevention/healthy lifestyle, gut health, environmental risks and support. FREE. Rebekah's Health & Nutrition Source, 588 S Main, Lapeer. 810-660-8585.

Intermediate Vinyasa Flow Yoga - 6-7:15pm. A place to get comfortable with strong yoga practices, a good slow burn. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, Warren. Pattie McCann 248-5638615. See ad page 62. Vinyasa Yoga Class - 6:15-7:15pm. "Vinyasa is the marriage of breath & movement." David Swenson. Learn to move and breath in unison. The results are a peaceful mind & a relaxed body. $15. Namaste Yoga, 309 Troy Street, ROYAL OAK. 248-5201011. See ad page 32. Ashtanga Yoga w/Swami D - 6:30-7:30pm. Join Dave for an authentic practice of Ashtanga Yoga, short form primary series. Discover your physical and spiritual strength. Bring a towel. $14.. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 62.

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Tai Chuan Chuan, The Basics - 6:30-8pm. Beginning Tai Chi Chuan class. Come see if Tai Chi Chuan is something you would like to try. $20. Orchid Leaf Energy Arts, 2290 E. Hill Rd, GRAND BLANC. Dawn Fleetwood 810-235-9864. See ad page 61. Weight Management/TLS - 7-8pm. One FREE Introductory Evening. Transitions Lifestyle Solutions. This is NOT a diet. There are 'Five Solutions' to Weight Management. 12 week program. FREE. Center for the Healing Arts, 38245 Mound Rd. Bldg E, STERLING HEIGHTS. Diane Simmons 586268-5444. See ad page 59. Gluten/Food Allergy Support - 7-8pm. Join Lee Rossano, CNC at Rochester's Whole Foods the 3rd Monday of each month, for new and exciting ways to cope with food allergies. FREE. Whole Foods, 2918 Walton Blvd, ROCHESTER HILLS. Lee Rossano 248-652-4160. See ad page 21.

Senior Stretch & Tone - 8-9am. Also Thur same time. Taught by Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $5/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101. See ad page 53.

Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Tue & Thurs same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810667-2101. See ad page 53. Hypnotherapy with Frank Garfield, C.M.Ht. Also Thurs 9:30am-7pm by appt. Frank teaches and specializes in all aspects of hypnotherapy, Medical Hypnotherapy and hypnotherapy for Pregnancy and Childbirth. Free Consultation. Warren. Call 586-751-7500. See ad page 14.

Yoga Classes At Alice's - 11:30am-12:30pm. Hatha Yoga class. Previous experience not required - all levels. $15 or 6wk rates. Alice Huang's Chinese Natural Therapies, 1311 N Main, Clawson. 248-278-6081. See ad page 3. Natural Postpartum Moms Group - 1-2:30pm. Are you adjusting to life with a new baby and could use some emotional support? Come with your baby and learn about PPD and natural support. $10. Integrated Counseling Services, 2265 Livernois Rd, Ste 260, TROY. Kathie Schofield 313-658-7225. See ad page 7. Yoga - 420 with Lynne- 6-7pm. This all levels yoga class is a mix of Yin and Yang, with hip openers, standing & balancing postures, ending with deep

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Tai Chi - 6:30-7:30pm. Eric Scott, 23 years' experience. $10/Class with 4-class card, $11/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101. See ad page 53. Jivamukti Yoga w/Abby - 6:30-7:45pm. Calling all spiritual warriors! This physically and mentally challenging vinyasa class leaves nothing untouched. Asana, pranayama and meditation. $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 62.

Lyme Disease Support Group - 7pm. First Tuesday monthly (except Jan, July & Sept). Open to anyone in the Detroit metropolitan area who has, thinks they might have, or cares about someone who has Lyme Disease. Northwest Unitarian-Universalist Church, 23925 Northwestern Highway, Southfield. 248-354-4488.

La Leche League Drop in - 7-8pm. Stop by for a LLL drop in meeting the first Tues of every month for some mother to mother support. Topics will vary each month. FREE. Journey to Health, 34770 Dequindre Rd, STERLING HEIGHTS. Amber Hale 586-264-9470. See ad page 16.

Young Living Essential Oils - 7-8:30pm. First Tuesday of every month: Essential Oils & supplements that may work for you. Zyto scans by appointment. For Topics or changes see ylmiclasses. co Donation $5. Pamela's Salon, 60460 Mt. Vernon, ROCHESTER. Pamela Visser 248-931-2710. See ad page 60.

YIN with Lynne - 7:45-8:45pm. Yin yoga is amazing. It gently opens your hips, low back and sacrum and leaves you feeling relaxed and focused. Upcoming trainings at our website. $15 passes available. Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills. 248-520-1011 See ad page 14. Macomb County Homebirth Circle - 7-8:30pm. Social gathering where women are supported for their choice to birth at home. FREE. Thrive In Line Chiropractic, 51309 Mound Rd, Shelby Township. Erica Michaels 248-881-0836.

Each Wednesday kids can present their card at our customer service desk for a FREE treat and get your card punched. Once the card reaches 10 punches kids can turn in their card for an AWESOME special prize. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600 Vinyasa w/Michael Duerr - 6-7am. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St, Royal Oak. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 32. Slow Flow Yoga - 9:15-10:15am. Enjoy the friendly environment of Balance Yoga Therapy. Join Lynne Baum for a nice slow flow yoga class including alignment, breath and a little heat. $15. Balance Yoga Therapy, 758 Wing St, PLYMOUTH. 248520-1011. See ad page 14. Adult Women’s and Children’s Domestic Violence Support Groups - 10-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

YIN with Lynne - 10:30-11:30am. Yin yoga is amazing. It gently opens your hips, low back and sacrum and leaves you feeling relaxed and focused. Upcoming trainings- on our website. $15. Balance Yoga Therapy, 758 Wing St, PLYMOUTH. 248520-1011. See ad page 14. Chair Yoga - 1-2pm. A yoga style that adapts yoga positions and poses through creative use of a chair, which replaces the yoga mat & becomes an extension of the body. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-9495515. See ad page 62.

House Vinyasa with Swami D - 6:30-7:30pm. Radically traditional. Based on the principles of Ashtanga Yoga. Discover your power and strength as you dive into the deep waters of inner equanimity $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 62.

Barrobics - 6:30-7:30m. Also Fri same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810667-2101. See ad page 53. POSA Support Group for Women - 7-8:30pm. If you are in pain due to the betrayal of an intimate partner by out of control sexual behavior, this is a place to start your healing journey. FREE. Integrated Counseling Services, 2265 Livernois Rd, Ste 260, TROY. Connie Hutchinson 248-990-6959. See ad page 7.

Whole Foods Market Whole Kids Club - All day. Stop by our customer service desk and get your FREE Whole Kids Club membership card.

Senior Stretch & Tone - 8-9am. Also Tue same time. Taught by Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $5/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101. See ad page 53.

Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Mon & Tue same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810667-2101. See ad page 53. Smoking Cessation Class - Noon-1pm. Doreen Sigman, RT, leads the group in the American Lung Association program for smoking cessation. Groups begin when 3 or more participants enroll. Donation. Integrated Counseling Services, 2265 Livernois Rd, Ste 260, TROY. Doreen Sigman 248-250-9105. See ad page 7. Yoga - 6-7:30pm. Instructor Chris Duncan, RYT. 13 years' experience. $8/Class with 10-class card, $12/ class drop-in KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101. See ad page 53. Ashtanga Mix - 6-7pm. A short-form of the energetic Ashtanga practice, beginning with Sun Salutations to warm up and then mixing it up. First week free at Strongheart. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 62. Antioxidant Nutritional Scans - 6-8pm. Call for your personal antioxidant screening time slot $20. First 2 time slots 1/2 off screening fee. 248-789-8977 FREE. Cowan Chiropractic, 6507 Town Center Drive, Clarkston, Jessica Green 248-7898977. See ad page 36.

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group - 6:308pm. 4th Thur. Open to public, FREE and attended by families, caregivers, and friends of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia disorders. Lapeer Library- Margurite D. Angeli Branch. FREE. Info: Amy DeNise 810-732-8500. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous – 7pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, overweight, undereating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. FREE. Saint John Health System, Oakland Hospital, 27351 Dequindre Rd, Madison Heights. Contact Grace 586-808-2148. Pregnancy/Parenting Enrichment - 7-8pm. Doulas from all over Michigan discuss a wide range

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of exciting topics about pregnancy and parenting. Call to find out more about the weekly topics. FREE. Journey to Health, LLC, 34770 Dequindre Rd, STERLING HEIGHTS. Margaret 313-673-6342. See ad page 16.

La Leche League of Lake Orion - 7:30 pm. Evening Series Meeting: 2nd Thursday. Toddler Meeting: 4th Thursday. Babies and children welcome. FREE. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1950 S. Baldwin, Lake Orion. Tawnya 584-604-4074.

Jivamukti Yoga (light) - 6:30-7:30pm. For those seeking something more! Get into what is real, your changeless reality within. A flowing, challenging and playful practice to bring you back $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 62. YIN with Lynne - 8:15-9:15pm. Yin yoga is amazing. It gently opens your hips, low back and sacrum and leaves you feeling relaxed and focused. Upcoming trainings at our website. $15. Shine On Yoga, 22751 Woodward Ave, FERNDALE. 248520-1011. See ad page 14.

Morning Ashtanga Yoga - 6:30-7:30am. Join Abby for a led class (short form) of Primary Series Ashtanga. All traditional aspects from opening invocation, bandhas, dristi, Ujayyi. Go inward. $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 62.

Acrylic painting class - Noon-2pm. Develop your creativity as you learn to paint with acrylics on canvas from local artist Kara Asbury. Come learn in a safe and supportive environment. $20. Integrated Counseling Services, 2265 Livernois Rd, Ste 260, TROY. Kara Asbury 248-250-9105. See ad page 7. Friday Night Brews - 5-7pm during February. Join Justin our illustrious beer buyer in our Specialty department as he features FREE samples of NEW and unique beers for every palate. From Microbrews to Stouts, we’ll be switching up brews each week to try before you buy. Whole Foods Troy 248-649-9600.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 6pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Rd, Commerce Township. 248-277-0628. Barrobics - 6:30-7:30pm. Also Wed same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/ class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101. See ad page 53.

Emotions Anonymous - 7-8:30pm. The only requirement for EA membership is a desire to become well emotionally. Donations. Renaissance Unity, 11200 E. Eleven Mile Rd, Warren. Info: Rosemary 586-776-3886.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 9am. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. Central Methodist Church (park/enter at back of church),

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Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Networking Meeting - 1st Sat/9:30am-12pm. Certified Hypnotherapists graduated from a state licensed school of hypnosis welcome. Includes educational presentation, workbook and computer disk. First visit FREE. Clinical Hypnosis Professional Group, Warren. Register 586-751-7500. See ad page 14.

Overeaters Anonymous - 10-11am. OA is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from overeating, anorexia, or bulimia. Donation. Grand Blanc United Methodist Church, 401 Bush Avenue, GRAND BLANC. Susan 949-445-0493.

Super Food Saturdays - 11-1pm in February. Stop in our Whole Body supplement department on Saturday and get your super foods on. Each weekend we’ll be highlighting NEW and unique super food combinations to get you feeling fabulous for 2015 and beyond. Whole Foods Market Troy 248-649-9600.

Historic Tours - 11am-12pm. Meet at the front gates for a tour of the buildings at the Packard

Proving Grounds automotive history site. Albert Kahn designed & built in the 1920s. FREE. Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave, SHELBY TWP. Mary Anne Demo 586-943-5785. Kids Yoga - 11:15am-Noon. Kids yoga enhances their flexibility, strength, coordination, & body awareness. In addition, their concentration & sense of calmness and relaxation. $9. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 62. Chair Yoga - 12-12:45pm. Yoga has proven benefits for MS, COPD, healing from injuries and aging. And you can enjoy the benefits seated or chair-supported. Yoga for Everybody. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248563-8615. See ad page 62.

Wine Sampling Saturdays. 2-4pm in February. Featuring Top 10 Holiday Wines. Each year our Whole Foods Market Wine Buyers travel the world seeking the best wines for our Top 10 holiday program. Stop in Saturdays and indulge on a variety of our Top 10 wines that will fit every palate at fabulous prices; try before you buy, take home and enjoy. Whole Foods, Troy. 248-649-9600. See ad page 47.

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gam. Full-time or shared. 14 Mile/Woodward. Restroom in suite and onsite parking for clients. Seeking LMT, CranioSacral, Reiki, etc. Call Mark Rogers 248-7614135. Sublease Opportunity at a professional Rochester Office. Perfect “turnkey” opportunity for healthcare professionals with an established practice. For Info:Scribd.com/doc/219499399/850-Universi ty-Sublease-2014. volunteering . HOSPICE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Grace Hospice is seeking compassionate individuals to provide companionship to terminally ill patients and family. SE Michigan. Training provided. For information call the Volunteer Coordinator 888-937-4390. Seeking compassionate individuals to provide companionship and emotional sup.port to the terminally ill patients throughout Lapeer, Oakland, Macomb, Genesee, Wayne, Livingston, and Monroe county. Info: Volunteer Coordinator, Hospice Compassus 248-355-9900.

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Transform your health with Acupuncture. Start feeling better today. Specializing in insomnia, depression, pain management, infertility, painful periods, menopause, headaches and migraines. Also offering Nutrienergetics™ and Neuromodulation Technique™.

Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Chinese Health Clinic • 248-276-8880 Hailan Sun, MD (China) Dipl. Ac 3075 E. Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills ChineseHealthInstitute.com

State of Michigan Registered, NCCAOM Certified. Former MD in China served North American people for over 28 years' with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Specializing in various pains and intestinal problems. See ad page 35.

Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic Acupuncture • Massage • Nutrition Michal Kelly L. Ac., Dipl. O.M. 12272 Fenton Rd., Suite 3, Fenton 810-714-5556 • FentonAcupuncture.com

Offering personalized natural health care that focuses on treating the root cause of the illness, not just the symptom. A safe and effective alternative for children, adults and seniors. Specializing in infertility, internal medicine and pain management.

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Dr. Rachel and Dr. Aaron R. Rice Sterling Heights • 586-264-9470 Journey2HealthChiro.com Full-spectrum chiropractic care helping you reduce stress and improve health with whole food nutrition, gentle chiropractic adjusting, massage therapy, and biofeedback exams. Unique and customized since no two people are the same. See ad page 16 .

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Grand Blanc • 810-694-3576 Richmond • 586-727-7500 NWPRC.com Dr. Morningstar is the developer of the TornadoSuit and ARC3D Scoliosis Therapy. His treatment approach has already received national media attention for it's long-term effectiveness. Preventing scoliosis surgery in children, and maximizing pain relief function in adult scoliosis patients. See ad page 26.

Synergy Wellness

Dr. Laura Vanloon Birmingham • 248-408-8183 DrVanloon.com Unique, gentle, painless techniques for pain, numbness, Sciatica, allergies and much more; using KST, BEST; and botanical, homeopathic & nutrition. We also offer Craniosacral therapy and therapeutic massage. See ad page 15.

wills family chiropractic Dr. Jason Wills • 248-922-9888 5885 S. Main St., Suite 4, Clarkston WillsFamilyChiropractic.com

Wide range in care choices, from low force adjusting techniques to traditional Chiropractic. Dr. Jason Wills specializes in Applied Kinesiology, a technique not widely found in North Oakland, that assesses the functionality of each individual. See ad page 35.

coaching / Counseling anxiety relief

Veritas Wellness Amy Davis • 248-417-5753 AmyDavisVeritas@gmail.com Effective anxiety and panic elimination using various supplements, herbs, coping and healing techniques. Compassionate, knowledgeable guidance during benzodiazepine withdrawal and tapering. Confidential. Mental Health professional recommendation.

Chris Sarris ~ Soul Space Rochester • 248-761-6390 www.TheSoulsSpace.com

Soul Coaching is a unique approach to personal growth, healing and transformation. Integrating e l e m e n t s o f t h e r a p y, coaching and spirituality for Individuals and Couples. We offer training and certification for the Soul Coaching process and program.

The Mental Fitness Center

850 W. University, Suite C, Rochester 248-601-3111 www.MentalFitnessCenter.org A natural approach to mental and physical health, offering counseling, behavior analysis, coaching, nutrition and physical fitness training, for individuals, couples, families and persons with special needs. See ad pg 15.

Colonics/Detoxification Total health colon care 38245 Mound Rd, Bldg E Sterling Heights • 586-268-5444 TotalHealthColonCare.com

Colon Hydrotherapy is not intended to be a cure-all but colonics are a valuable procedure for treating intestinal malfunctions which could result in many illness. Inside the Center for the Healing Arts.

Craniosacral therapy guided touch • denae tait Lapeer • 810-614-7582

Pain/stress relief and more with Craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy and holistic nutrition. 11 years experience. See ad page 25.

Michigan Craniosacral Therapy Magda Girao, ORTL-CST-D West Bloomfield • 248-561-6048 MichiganCraniosacralTherapy@gmail.com

We are committed to the premise of progressing skills forward for all individuals. We make the difference that has you get back into your life faster..

Waller Wellness center

Kathy Paholsky, PhD 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com • 248-844-1414 Kathy is currently an Associate Professor at Schoolcraft College teaching massage therapy, has a Master’s Degree in Nutrition and over 25 years of experience! Her skilled hands relieve the discomfort of chronic pain, migraines, Fibromyalgia, TMJ, PTSD, anxiety disorders, chronic fatigue, ADD and much more. When you need relief, you want experienced hands. Call now for an appointment. See ad page 2.

Dentistry David Ewing, DDS, LPC

Gateway Dental 5321 Gateway Centre Blvd., Flint 810-250-7191 General Dentistry, including root canals, dentures, extractions, bridges, composite (white) fillings, crowns, TMJ, N.E.T. for pain control, anxiety and more. Nutrition and ZOOM teeth whitening. See ad page 8.

HPS Advanced Dental care, PC Heather Pranzarone Stratton, DDS 4741 24 Mile Rd., Ste. C, Shelby Township 248-652-0024 • HPSDental.com

Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocompatible approach. We perform mercury free/ mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmosphere for the entire family. See ad page 31.

Digestive health TheDigestionDoctor.com

Dr. Christine Kaczmar 47729 Van Dyke Ave. • Shelby Township 586-685-2222 Founder of "14-Point Digestion Discovery System" Solutions for Diarrhea, IBS, Constipation, Colitis, etc. When the source of stress is known, the treatment becomes obvious. Dr. Christine uses 100% natural digestive formulas to nourish your body back to health. See ad outside back cover.

Energy healing Becky Stevens Holistic Alternatives, LLC

586-294-6540 29700 Harper Ave., Ste. 4, St Clair Shores BeckyStevensHolisticAlternatives.com

Safe, effective options utilizing medical intuition to assess the root cause of disease or dysfunction in the body. Also herbal, homeopathic, JMT and vibropathic remedies. Physician testimonials available. See ad page 32.

Emotional Freedom Techniques Services LLC

Annette R. Richards, LMSW, AAMET Level 3 Advanced Practitioner 248-334-9214 • AnnetteRichardsEFT.com This experienced EFT Practitioner offers monthly EFT group to Borrow Benefits and individual sessions weekends only to learn EFT for personal use while treating an unwanted problem; affordable fees.

Regiani Holistic Dental Center Holistic General Dentistry since 1979 10435 Ortonville Rd., Ste B • Clarkston 248-625-5222 • RegianiDental.com

Beautiful, natural looking Mercury free/Mercury safe, fluoride free fillings and restorations. TMJ/TMD/ CranioFacial Pain diagnosis & treatment, Non-surgical periodontal therapy, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign & whitening. Founding member IAOMT and IABDM. See ad page 13.

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Essential Oils young living essential oils

Karen Malone, Ind. Dist. # 840674 810-938-9099 • YL_KarenZ@yahoo.com KarenMalone.VibrantScents.com Curious why Wise Men brought Frankincense and Myrrh to the Baby Jesus? Why essential oils are mentioned 200 times in the Bible? Call for FREE "Missing Link" CD. (Income opportunities also available). See ad page 44.

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Marlene Wiegers, Ind. Dist. # 1000995 Marlene.YoungLivingConnect.com Facebook: Marlene Misiak Wiegers Become an Independent D i s t r i b u t o r. D i s c o v e r Young Living Essential Oil's healing properties for enhancing health--yours, as well as others who seek holistic options. Free training. 810-252-9807. See ad page 44.

Feng Shui Catherine Hilker, owner Creating Sanctuary 248-547-4965 www.CatherineHilker.com

Life Coaching, Feng Shui and Space Purification services. Call today and make permanent positive changes in your home, business and life.

Health foods/beverages Bar H2OTM Alkaline water 67315 S. Main St • Richmond 888-855-PURE (7873) PureNaturalsWater.com

Award winning Bar H2O™ Alkaline Wa t e r i s p r o f e s sionally handcrafted Premium Purified Water using a 25-step proprietary process. Be Alkaline. Thrive. This pharmaceuticalgrade pure water is remineralized, restructured and energized for maximum hydration.

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Lucky’s Natural Foods, LLC Since 1974, 248-693-1209 101 S. Broadway, Lake Orion Historic Business District LuckysNaturalFoods.com

W h o l e F o o d Vi t a m i n s , Minerals, Herbs, Homeopathy. Supplement Savings Card, Organic Groceries, Wheat & Gluten-Free Products, Amish Poultry & Eggs, Fresh Amish Turkeys for the Holidays. Personalized service, knowledgable staff, special orders.

hypnotherapy The Patterson Center 1520 S. Lapeer Rd., Ste 212 Lake Orion • 248-884-7288 www.ThePattersonCenter.com

Licensed Counselor can h e l p w i t h a n x i e t y, depression, guilt, grief, phobias, stress, smoking, weight and more. Seek relief. Call now, become a better you. Proudly serving the area for 10 years.

natures better way

880 W. Dryden Rd., Metamora 810-678-3131 My4Life.com/NaturesBetterWay We are helping "take Transfer Factor to the World." We also carry top quality herbal and nutritional supplements. See ad page 30.

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Rain International Independent Distributor 586-727-6302 www.MyRainLife.com/wildwood Go beyond ordinary nutrition with SOUL, a revolutionary new product combining black cumin, black r a s p b e r r y, a n d chardonnay grape seeds. A powerful antiinflammatory supplement in a simple, portable 2 oz shot. See ad page 7.

healthy lifestyles HOLISTIC WELLBEING

Susan Miller, CBP, CNHP • 248-953-9402 Essential Oil Executive Consultant/Teacher Weight Loss and Pain Programs Help your Body heal Itself with Certified Health Professional - Holistic and ALL Natural Approaches to Heath for Chronic and Acute symptoms including: Pain - Chronic and Acute, Digestive, Headaches, Sleep, Sleep, Attention, Concentration, Brain Fog, Food Issues. The list is practically endless. DETOXIFYING IONIC FOOTBATH.

Pamela Visser, CNHP

248-931-2710 • Rochester Area Young Living EO Dist. #1125514 Pamela.YoungLivingConnect.com C e r t i f i e d R AW F o o d Instructor, Award Winning Hairdresser, custom Salon w/Aromatherapy, ZYTO Compass Nutritional Assessments, Health Classes, Rain Drop Therapy/Free training. PamelaVisser@att.net Facebook: Pamela Perry Visser. Ezekiel 47:12.

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integrative medicine Cutler integrative medicine 31350 Telegraph Rd., Bingham Farms 248-663-0165 CutlerIntegrativeMedicine.com

A premier Naturopathic health and wellness center dedicated to providing solutions not helped by our current medical paradigm. As a Licensed Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Cutler has the highest training, and gets to the root of your problems. See ad page 5.

The Downing Clinic

Laura Kovalcik, DO, FACOI 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com Integrative Internal Medicine practice owned by Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician. Practice emphasizes natural treatments where possible and uses special testing to determine health and nutritional status. Support services onsite include:Acupuncture, Bowen Therapy, Rolfing® Structural Integration, Massage, Healing Touch, IV Therapy. Clinic specializes in primary care, natural treatments for menopause and andropause symptoms, Osteoporosis, cholesterol management, Candida, Fibromyalgia. See ads pages 17 & 19.

Longevity Health Institute Madison Heights • 248-548-3060 Rochester Hills • 248-459-1139 LongevityHealthInstituteInc.com LewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach. We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV T h e r a p y : Vi t a m i n s , Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support; HBOT - Hyperbaric O2.

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Vickie Evans, CMT

The Downing Clinic 5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com

Comprehensive treatment options to maximize your results. Bio-identical hormones, IV nutritionals, HcG weight loss, manipulation under anesthesia, decompression therapy, exercise with oxygen therapy, and cancer therapies. See ad page 26.

Certified in Massage, Reiki and Healing and T h e r a p e u t i c To u c h . Certified in Bowen T h e r a p y. P r o v i d e s combination of therapies as needed or requested by patients. See ads pages 17 & 19.

Waller Wellness center

Catherine A. Waller, MD Mary Wilson ANP-C Pamela Thomas PA-C 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com • 248-844-1414 SE Michigan's Largest Integrative Medicine Practice! Immediate openings available! Our 3 highly skilled "Medical Detectives"(Functional Medicine practitioners) are trained to uncover the root cause of your symptoms. We use the latest diagnostic testing and treatment protocols, and as a result we usually succeed where others have failed. Our patients tell us we give the most comprehensive evaluation they've ever had! (And they've usually been to at least 3 other integrative practitioners before they come to us.).Call today, or visit our website to learn about all the services we offer. See ad page 2.

Iridology Orchid Leaf Energy Arts

Dawn Fleetwood MH, CId. 2290 E. Hill, Grand Blanc 810-953-9500 • DawnFleetwood.com

Iridology, Herbs, Organic Chinese formulas. Full Energy Analysis: Chinese face, tongue and pulse reading. Tai Chi Chuan, Medical Qigong, Acupuncture, Tunia. Thirty-six years experience.

massage therapy Peggy Smith CMT

Waller Wellness Center • 248-844-1414 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com Peggy was trained at Irene’s Myomassology Institute and specializes in deep tissue massage, reflexology, lymphatic massage and Reike. She is also trained in the use of the NES miHealth device which uses pulsed electromagnetic frequencies (PEMF) and frequency specific micro current (FSM) to heal injured tissue, decrease inflammation and reduce pain, often in the first session! Immediate openings available. See ad page 2.

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Natural/Holistic health Biblical Health

Hilda Lauderman, DHM, Ph.D, NMD, RN Serving East Michigan • 810-503-4056 "Dr. Hilda" offers programs using natural approaches to help with conditions including nutrition, thyroid function, osteoporosis and more. Also licensed as a Dr. of Nedicine, a branch of natural medicine. Call for more information. See ad page 37.

Goodalls Herbs

Alice Goodall, RN, BSN Life Health Coach 586-646-0066 Nutritional counseling/ herbal remedies based on the COMPASS® nutritional assessment. Identify deficiencies in your body in the comfort of your own home. Serving SE Michigan. Goodallsherbs@ gmail.com.

Lotus Earth Remedies

Georganne Boylan Erwin, CCI, CCH, RM, MH Davison • 810-214-2656 LotusEarthRemedies.com Iridologist, Hypnotist, Reiki, Access Bars, Special c e r t i f i c a t i o n “ Vi r t u a l Gastric Band” hypnosis as seen on the Dr. Oz show. Mention this ad and receive 10% savings.

nutritional counseling advanced nutritional solutions Lee Rossano, CNC Rochester Hills • 248-652-4160 whysuffer.NET

Lee brings 10 years of clinical experience, the most advanced assessment techniques, and a lifetime of intuitive healing with personalized health plans to help cease suffering. That means better sex, energy, and a greater sense of happiness. See ad page 21.

Jody Tenjeras, D.C., C.C.N.

Lakes Area Family Chiropractic 10635 Highland Road, White Lake 248-698-8677 LakesAreaFamilyChiropractic.com Illness is a sign something is out of balance. I use Nutrition Response Testing, diet & supplementation to determine how to restore the balance that leads to good health. Chiropractic & Laser Therapy also available..

Organic Lawncare A-1 Organic Lawns, L.L.C.

Complete Natural Lawn Application Products & Programs PO Box 874, Highland 248-889-7200 • A-1OrganicLawns.com We believe in protecting and preserving your family and home environment with natural fertilizers that use the power of nature to beautify your property. See ad page 20.

organic mattresses Down to Earth Home

Showroom by Appointment/Farm Hills 866-720-7222 DownToEarthHome.com Sleep on a Green Dreams™ O rg a n i c a n d N a t u r a l Mattress as part of your healthy lifestyle. No fire retardant chemicals, made in the U.S., try locally before you buy. Sizes crib through king.Organic bedding and furniture also.

oxygen/hyperbarics Longevity Health Institute Madison Heights • 248-548-3060 Rochester Hills • 248-459-1139 LongevityHealthInstituteInc.com LewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach. HBOT (Hyperbaric O 2), We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV T h e r a p y : Vi t a m i n s , Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support.

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pharmacy Physicians Compounding Pharmacy

1900 S. Telegraph Rd Ste 102 Bloomfield Hills • 248-758-9100 PhysiciansCompoundingPharmacy.com We work together with practitioners and patients to solve medication problems and meet specific needs. Hormones, veterinary, allergen-free medications are great examples. Pharmaceutical grade supplements. Consults available. Call us with your questions or for a quote. See event ad page 36.

psychotherapy Gerald E Snook MA, LLP

Waller Wellness Center • 248-844-1414 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com I provide treatment that goes b e y o n d t a l k t h e r a p y. EMDR, EFT, and Dual Brain Psychology are all advanced therapy techniques that allow individuals to work through negative feelings and patterns. The end result is more balance, a healthier perspective, and more enjoyment and satisfaction. 20 plus years’ experience of treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotional and relationship issues. See ad page 2.

YOGA Santosha (Sanskrit): Contentment, peace, gratitude

Candle light Yin with Live music by Vishnu Blue Sat. February 7th 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM See the calendar in this magazine for other classes and special events.

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physical therapy Lisa Ponichter • 248-321-0358

Feldenkrais® Method, Physical Therapy 725 S. Adams Rd, Suite 220, Birmingham AwakeningMovements.com A physical therapist specializing in the Feldenkrais Method® optimizes posture, strength, flexibility and balance. Minimize pain, increase efficiency and fluidity while exploring gentle, transformative movement patterns which bring out your best.

registered dietician Waller Wellness Center

Darci Noonchester RD • Sharon Meyer RD 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com • 248-844-1414 Specializing in Functional Medicine, our nutritionists not only help with common problems such as weight loss, food allergies and detoxification, but they have also been trained to handle the most difficult issues such as autoimmunity, cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease. In addition, Our HCG program is one of the most comprehensive around. See ad page 2.

Rolfing Neil King Physical Therapy Rocheser Hills • 248-853-7555 Novi • 248-513-3730 NeilKingPT.com

From Pediatrics to Geriatrics, our advanced, hands-on physical therapy techniques are so effective that physicians, chiropractors and even other physical therapists refer their most difficult cases to us. See ad page 9.

WEIGHT LOSS Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

Grand Blanc • 810-694-3576 Richmond • 586-727-7500 NWPRC.com

People under Dr. Strauchman's supervised HcG protocol are losing 20-30 pounds a month and keeping it off. Mention Natural Awakenings Directory and receive $50 off your HcG Program. See ad page 26.

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Losing weight doesn't have to be hard when you unlock the knowledge from your DNA. Capture your roadmap to successful weight loss. DNA report + Personal step by step system + Proven Weight loss/maintenance. See ad page 40.

Yoga House Of Yoga

2965 W. 12 Mile Rd., Berkley 248-556-0992 HouseOfYoga.net Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin and J i v a m u k t i Yo g a classes. Our space offers a warm, safe and peaceful environment to explore your practice. Teacher Training (RYT 200).

Korean Martial Arts Institute 935 Baldwin Rd., Lapeer 810-358-1419 • KMAI.net

Adult enrichment classes in Yo g a , K i c k - f i t a n d Women’s self-defense. Traditional TaeKwon-Do training for ages 5 through seniors. Visit website for class schedule and offering. See ad page 53.

Namaste Yoga

309 S Troy St., Royal Oak 248-399-9642 (YOGA) Namaste-Yoga.net We embrace everyone, regardless of age, flexibility or size. Our teachers dome from a variety of traditions; our students from all walks of life. See ad page 32.

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