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Good Food Choices Enable Global Health
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TOUCHING THE EARTH
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HEALTHY HOUSE
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GARDENING ASANAS
The Healing Powers of Going Barefoot Easy Ways to Green It Up Yoga Poses to Stay Pain-Free
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THE WORLD’S HEALTHIEST CUISINES
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What Five Countries Can Teach Us about Good Eating
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e're keeping our fingers crossed, hoping that by the time you get this month's issue, Spring weather will have finally arrived...at least the warmth of it. This is because we have a couple of articles in this issue that will require you and your family to go outdoors, and for one of the articles, barefoot. In this article the writer discusses The Healing Powers of Going Barefoot, also known as "earthing" or "grounding." We learned about this some time ago and we're glad to finally be able to bring you more information on the topic. The other "outdoor" article is our Healthy Kids department, and discusses how nature helps kids build skills and character by going Into the Woods. Granted, this can be done any time of year, but it's much more enjoyable in warmer weather. Because you have told us how much you enjoy our recipes, we're on a mission to bring more to you each month. To that end, we've put together a feature on ethnic foods in The World's Healthiest Cuisines, with several tasty recipes; one of which is from a local Troy restaurant. We hope you are able to try all of the recipes and that you enjoy them. We would be remiss if we didn't mention Earth Day, which is Sunday April 22 this year, and provide content to help us all live a more sustainable lifestyle. You'll find tips on easy ways to have a healthy home, how to change your diet to "cool the climate" and some wise words from environmental entrepreneur and author Paul Hawken. That leads us to the earth-friendly, healthy events taking place this month throughout Southeast Michigan...too many to mention in this letter. So we have News Briefs, Event Spotlights, calendar listings and other information throughout the magazine this month that will guide you nearly all of them. We hope you can attend each and every one! Plus, this month the magazine is bursting at the seams with other content designed to help you live a healthier, sustainable lifestyle. Enjoy, and let us know how you like everything. Your feedback helps us plan future issues and topics. Looking ahead to our May issue, we're planning a special health issue with topics such as choosing natural care first, personalized medicine, exercise for menopause and other natural/integrative health topics. We're even planning a piece for our Natural Pet section on how cats help relieve stress; plus much more. So until then, stay happy and healthy...naturally!
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est-selling author and PBS personality Joel Fuhrman M.D. and Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick will speak at this year’s VegFest, the annual vegan tastefest and expo hosted by VegMichigan. Taking place Sunday, April 29, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., the family-friendly event is expected to draw more than 5000 visitors to Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Tasty vegan cuisine will be plentiful, with more than 100 restaurants, vendors and exhibitors offering the latest plant-based foods, free samples, products and services. Cooking demonstrations, notable speakers and a kids’ zone will entertain and educate about the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a vegan lifestyle. “We’ll have more space this year and a covered outdoor food truck park,” says Paul Krause, president of VegMichigan. “Even if you come just for the new Ben & Jerry’s vegan flavors, you’ll leave inspired with plenty of resources for a better, healthier life.” Among the growing number of athletes going vegan, Riddick will speak at 1:45 p.m. on “Improving Your Game with a Plant-Based Diet,” followed by Fuhrman at 3 p.m. on “Eating for Health and Longevity.” Many other talks will be held throughout the day. Find the full schedule at VegMichigan.org. VegFest is sponsored by Whole Foods Market, Better Health Stores, Henry Ford Center for Integrative Medicine and others. Suburban Collection Showplace is located at 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi. Admission is $14 in advance or $17 at the door. VegMichigan members are admitted free. For tickets, membership, to sponsor, exhibit or volunteer, visit VegMichigan.org or call 877-778-3464. Follow updates on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VegMichigan.
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anice Walker, Certified Medical Reiki Master, and Tara Moreno, Reiki Master and CEO and founder of The Serenity House of Flint, have joined forces to form The Serenity House Reiki Outreach Program, with a vision of bringing hope and healing to Flint and the Genesee County area. They are currently in the process of bringing together a team of certified, screened reiki practitioners to volunteer once every month or two at various institutions throughout the Genesee County area, providing free 10 to 15-minute mini-reiki sessions to people in need and people who serve, providing support and stress relief. “We are currently working with Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministries and Wellness Services of Flint and will soon be adding the Genesys Hurley Cancer Center to our schedule among others,” Walker says. “The Serenity House of Flint is also available to facilitate holistic healing events that include reiki, chair massage, yoga or auricular acupuncture, as well as educational seminars for business and their employees to help prevent burnout. Interested businesses may call for rates.” For more information, call Walker at 810-280-7640, call Moreno at 810-893-1276 or visit FlintSerenityHouse.org. See her ad page 51.
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Spring Holistic Expo
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he sixth annual Spring Holistic Expo hosted by Intuitives Interactive is now called the Enlightened Soul Expo. The event, which will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on April 28 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 29, was renamed for its parent organization, the Enlightened Soul Center of Ann Arbor. In addition, the Expo has moved from Eastern Michigan University to the new Skyline High School, on the outskirts of northwest Ann Arbor. “The Expo is the largest indoor event of its Medical Intuitive and healer Michael Lynn kind in Michigan, with more than 130 booths from around the Midwest,” says Senior Show Director Amy Garber. "This move to a larger location allows us to accommodate more vendors. The area is high-ceilinged, lightfilled, and beautiful, with convenient parking next to the building.” Those seeking better health can shop from an extensive variety of the latest holistic health products as well as experience energy work from healers using unique modalities, including a Crystal Light Bed from John of God in Brazil, reflexology, ThetaHealing, BEMER, Rahanni Celestial Healing, Amethyst Biomat, and medical intuition. There also will be 9 free presentations over the two days, including Flower Essences, Feeling Energy Fields, and Use of Magic/Healing Wands. The Expo is supporting GRACE Greyhound Rescue of Belleville by donating 10 percent of every ticket purchased. GRACE stands for Greyhound Retirement, Adoption, Care and Education for the former racing dogs. $10 advance daily ticket/$15 advance weekend pass includes free parking and student/child prices; prices for services vary. Location: 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor. For more information, visit HolisticPsychicExpo.com and HoundsOfGrace.org. See ad page 35.
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xtraordinary Ventures Michigan (EVM) was recently awarded grant money from the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan. EVM, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to have meaningful employment in Oakland County, can now hire more employees, expand garden capacity and grow its organic microgreen business. EVM also has goals of obtaining certifications, expanding its customer base and experimenting with growing new types of microgreens. “We are excited to grow,” says Jillian Conrad, EVM’s manager and former teacher of students who have autism. “Last year, employees grew and sold four varieties of microgreens alongside the Student Organic Farmers at Oakland University. This year we will be operating an indoor grow facility at the Legacy Center in Oxford. EVM will also be hosting a spring plant sale with free admission where customers can purchase organic vegetable and herb plants.” The microgreen garden is one of five EVM ventures. EVM’s Legacy Center is located at 925 N. Lapeer Rd., Ste. 165, Oxford. For details, call Jillian Conrad at 248-800-4021 or visit evmich.org. See ad page 37. www.MichiganHealthyLiving.com
Activate Inner Life Energy Body-Mind Modality Now Available in Royal Oak and Madison Heights
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n Friday, April 20, the MI Earth Day Fest will return to its most-popular location in the beautiful Rochester Municipal Park / City Center area, on the banks of the Paint Creek. The 13th annual Earth Day celebration will kick off at 4 p.m. on Friday April 20 and run through 4 p.m. Sunday April 22. Admission to the event and all programs is free of charge and open to all ages. The festival offers attendees many opportunities to shop, learn and celebrate. More than 100 exhibitors will offer eco-friendly products and services, free samples, show specials, door prizes and giveaways. Leading environmental and wellness community groups will provide expert presentations, hands-on workshops and networking round-tables in the Connect Café tent. Free massage from Irene's Myomassology Institute, health checks and other wellness programs will also be available. Food trucks and vendors will offer a variety of healthy and delicious organic/natural meals, snacks and drinks. The Kids Korner will host activities, arts and crafts, as well as a straw-bale climb. Jennifer Kincer, Entertainment Manager and popular emcee, will present a full weekend line-up of family-friendly music and dance on the Emagine Entertainment Stage, including award-winning local groups, talented newcomers and daily headliners. Several special events are planned throughout the weekend including a Friday 7 p.m. kickoff and awards ceremony recognizing winners of the 2018 MI Green Hall of Fame and USGBC My Green School Art Contest, as well as a Saturday 10 a.m. parade and pep rally, and a Sunday 8 a.m. RARA 5k Fun Run. “A major Earth Day event belongs at this natural setting in a city like Rochester," says Event Manager, John Batdorf, "which integrates an award-winning downtown and many natural attractions. With the festival returning to this attractive location, we’re planning for large and enthusiastic crowds.” $10 VIP Admission tickets are available on-line prior to the event and include reserved stage seating and dining tables, a goody bag with gift cards and more, entry in the drawing for valuable door prizes, and a $5 donation to a participating non-profit organization (with referral code). Free admission and event programming are sponsored by Emagine Entertainment, MacKellar Promotional Marketing, Whole Foods Market and Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART). VIP tickets, event details and directions, as well as exhibitor/vendor, volunteer and presenter registration, is available online at miEDF.com. See ad inside back cover.
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When overweight adults exchange refined grain products such as white bread and pasta for whole-grain equivalents, they tend to feel full sooner, eat less, lose weight and experience a reduction in inflammation, the journal Gut reports. Researchers from Denmark’s National Food Institute and the University of Copenhagen studying 50 adults at risk for Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease found that test volunteers realized these benefits by eating whole grains, and rye in particular.
Ingesting a combination of five herbs while making healthy lifestyle changes significantly reduced symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome in a recent Australian study of 122 women published in Phytotherapy Research. The herbs were Cinnamomum verum (cinnamon), Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice), Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s wort), Paeonia lactiflora (peony) and Tribulus terrestris (tribulus). Menstrual cycles returned to normal duration for 55 percent of the women, and significant improvements occurred in body mass index, pregnancy rates, hormones, insulin sensitivity and blood pressure. Subjects also exhibited less depression, anxiety and stress.
High-Fat Diet Risks Multiple Sclerosis Relapse A high-fat diet increases the risk of relapse of multiple sclerosis in children by as much as 56 percent, reports The Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry. A multi-university study of 219 children also found that each 10 percent increase in saturated fat as a share of total calories tripled the risk of relapse. Inversely, each additional cup of vegetables per week cut the risk of the disease by 50 percent.
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Herbs Ease Polycystic Ovary Symptoms
A Harvard study of 325 women undergoing fertility treatments found that those consuming the most produce high in pesticide residues, such as strawberries, spinach and grapes, were 18 percent less likely to become pregnant and 26 percent less likely to have a live birth compared to women eating the least amount of pesticide-laden produce. Study co-author Dr. Jorge Chavarro suggests that women trying to conceive should eat organic produce or low-pesticide choices like avocados, onions and oranges. 10 East Michigan Edition
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Nature Videos Calm Prisoners
Maximum-security prison inmates in Oregon that spent an hour a day for a year watching nature videos were involved in 26 percent fewer violent acts compared with fellow inmates, and reported feeling significantly calmer, less irritable and more empathetic. The University of Utah study, published in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, states, “An estimated 5.3 million Americans live or work in nature-deprived venues. Such removal from nature can result in an ‘extinction of experience’ that can further lead to disinterest or disaffection toward natural settings, or even biophobia (fear of the natural environment). People that infrequently or never spend time in nature will be deprived of the numerous physical and emotional benefits that contact with nature affords.”
Less REM-Stage Sleep Linked to Dementia Risk
Positive Outlook Powers Osteoarthritis Patients Research at Penn State University published in the journal Health Psychology shows that being more enthusiastic and optimistic about getting things done upon waking up in the morning increases the physical activity of osteoarthritis patients throughout the day, resulting in more exercise and reduced symptoms. The study followed 135 osteoarthritis patients for 22 days.
People that get less rapid eye movement (REM) sleep may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a new study published in Neurology. Following 321 people over age 60 for 12 years, Australian researchers found that those that developed dementia spent an average of 17 percent of their sleep time in REM sleep, compared to 20 percent for others. It also took them longer to get to that dream-generating stage.
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4 Tips for Fighting Food Boredom by Naomi Martoia o you ever feel that the food choices this time of year seem boring? There is no local produce, the varieties of food are limited due to the seasons and you feel like you are eating the same things over and over. Add creativity and nutrition and flavor to your meals with these ideas: Start adding live fermented foods, especially vegetables to your plate. Fermented foods are rich in good bacteria that create a strong and healthy digestive and immune system. They come in many flavors that add a zesty addition to a cooked meal. Start with a spoonful of sauerkraut and then consider the spicier kimchi. There are also fermented sauces, pickles, tempeh and miso. Tired of salt, pepper and garlic seasoning? Herbs and spices can make food taste different, even exotic. Try adding cumin, which has smoky flavor that can be reminiscent of grilling outdoors. Cardamom, ginger or nutmeg added to soups, rice, oatmeal or baked apples to bring a warm exotic flavor. Shake dried herbs like oregano, mind, paprika, dill or rosemary onto your salad to flavor each piece of lettuce with the herbs instead of covering it with lots of dressing. Chili powder or smoked paprika on roasted vegetables is a taste surprise. Sprouting seeds, nuts and grains can be easily cultivated for adding to salads and stir-fries. Soak in water and then let them grow for a few days. This liberates nutrients and provides endless flavor and texture. Sprouted nuts and seeds are great when added to chia pudding, smoothies or salads. Broccoli and radish sprouts are great in salads or wraps instead of lettuce. Therapeutic grade, edible essential oils can be added to baked goods and smoothies. Several drops of citrus oils provide a burst of flavor to baked goods such as homemade pancakes. A few drops of peppermint oil is delicious added to chocolate recipes or smoothies. Cilantro essential oil is great in guacamole, Mexican inspired foods and even in rice. Your food is important, so make it enjoyable!
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Air Pollution Linked to Psychological Distress Air pollution takes a toll on mental health, University of Washington researchers have concluded. By linking health data for 6,000 people to census tracts, they found that people living in areas with the highest levels of airborne fine particulate matter scored 17 percent higher in measures of psychological distress, including sadness, nervousness and hopelessness. The higher the level of particulates—emitted by car engines, fireplaces and fossil fuel power plants—the greater the impact.
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UK furniture and design company Pentatonic has invented the Trashpresso, a solar-powered, mini-recycling plant that transforms plastic waste into usable architectural tiles. Pentatonic doesn’t use raw goods that create excess waste because they are committed to using materials for their products that incorporate some element of recycling, says cofounder Johann Bodecker. They want their products to be reusable, too, so they don’t use glues, resins, paints or formaldehydes to create them, a philosophy that influences all company decisions. The Trashpresso can be used in off-the-grid places where traditional recycling plants would be impractical. It sorts, shreds and compresses trash into plastic fibers to create fully formed tiles. The invention has attracted the attention of companies that want to reduce their own contribution to plastic waste and ocean pollution. Starbucks UK, for example, has commissioned Pentatonic to turn their coffee shop waste into furniture, including bean bag chairs produced from plastic bottles and cups.
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Top Polluters
Just 100 Companies Emit Most Global Emissions
In July 2017, historic new research from environmental nonprofit CDP, in collaboration with the Climate Accountability Institute, revealed in The Carbon Majors Report that 71 percent of all global greenhouse gas emissions since 1988 can be traced to just 100 fossil fuel producers. It’s the first in a series of planned publications to improve transparency and highlight the role companies and their investors could play in tackling climate change. Offenders ExxonMobil, Shell, BP and Chevron are among the highest-emitting investor-owned companies. If fossil fuels continue to be extracted at the same rate for the next 28 years as they were between 1988 and 2017, global average temperatures would be on course to rise by 7.2 degrees Fahrenheit by the end of this century, likely causing catastrophic consequences, including substantial species extinction and global food scarcity risks. Read the report at Tinyurl.com/CarbonTop100List.
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Waxworms, a type of caterpillar, are vexing to beekeepers because they devour the wax that bees use to build honeycombs. It turns out that they can do the same to plastic. Ongoing worldwide research reveals several types of bacteria found in waxworms that digest some kinds of plastic at rates that vary from weeks to months. Scientist Federica Bertocchini, at the Spanish National Research Council, mashed up a quantity of the greater wax moth and applied the paste to polyethylene. After half a day, about 13 percent of the plastic had disappeared. She collaborated with biochemists at the University of Cambridge to analyze this chemical decomposition of the plastic. They discovered that some of the substance is converted into ethylene glycol, a sign that it was genuinely being degraded. The carbon-to-carbon bonds found in polyethylene are also present in the wax that the caterpillars eat. Susan Selke, director of the Michigan State University School of Packaging, remarks, “The hunt for organisms that can degrade plastics is on. Right now, we don’t have a good solution for dealing with the plastics that are piling up on our planet.”
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A study published in the journal Science found that forests across Asia, Latin America and Africa release 468 tons of carbon per year, equivalent to nearly 10 percent of the annual U.S. carbon footprint. Thus, tropical forests may no longer be acting as carbon sinks and could be releasing more carbon than they store. Lead author Alessandro Baccini, with the Woods Hole Research Center, in Massachusetts, says, “These findings provide the world with a wake-up call on forests. If we’re to keep global temperatures from rising to dangerous levels, we need to drastically reduce emissions and greatly increase forests’ ability to absorb and store carbon.” Researchers think nearly 70 percent of this loss of carbon storage capacity is caused by small-scale degradation from logging, drought and wildfire. Researchers say that policies to curb deforestation, reduce degradation and restore the integrity of the land could turn forests back into carbon sinks.
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Some municipalities spend between 20 and 40 percent of their annual budgets on the energy needed to operate wastewater treatment plants. The city of Thousand Oaks, California, has transformed their biggest energy user into an energy generator. Across the U.S., energy users of all sizes are taking control of their power supply and relieving stress from the grid. That’s the idea behind distributed energy. Atlantic Re:think and Siemens have partnered to explore this burgeoning energy revolution. View a video at Tinyurl.com/ TheThousandOaksSolution.
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Window-Like Solar Cells Could Power 40 Percent of U.S. Needs
Solar energy is now the cheapest form of new energy in dozens of countries, with record-setting solar farms being built worldwide. Researchers have been investigating ways to make transparent solar panels that resemble glass that could be used as window panels at the same time as converting the light that shines on them into electricity. “Highly transparent solar cells represent the wave of the future for new solar applications,” explains materials scientist Richard Lunt, Ph.D., from Michigan State University. “We analyzed their potential and show that by harvesting only invisible light, these devices have the potential of generating a similar amount of electricity as rooftop solar while providing additional functionality to enhance the efficiency of buildings, automobiles and mobile electronics.” As reported in Nature Energy, his team has developed a transparent, luminescent, solar concentrator that looks like clear glass, covered in small, organic molecules adept at capturing only ultraviolet and near-infrared wavelengths of light. The visible light that enables human vision isn’t obstructed, so we can see through the cell. If scaled up to cover the billions of square feet of glass surfaces throughout the U.S., it could potentially supply about 40 percent of our country’s energy needs.
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France Welcomes Beleaguered Climate Researchers
French President Emmanuel Macron awarded 18 climate scientists from the U.S. and elsewhere millions of euros in grants to relocate to his country for the rest of Donald Trump’s presidential term. Macron’s “Make Our Planet Great Again” grants are meant to counter Trump’s intent on the climate change front following his declaration to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate accord. One winner, Camille Parmesan, of the University of Texas at Austin, who is working at an experimental ecology station in the Pyrenees charting how human-made climate change is affecting wildlife, says that in the U.S., “You are having to hide what you do.” April 2018 15
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The Trump Administration’s Fiscal Year 2019 budget again calls on Congress to lift long-standing prohibitions on the destruction and slaughter of wild horses and burros. The budget seeks to cut approximately $14 million of the Interior Department’s Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro Program by selling as many as 90,000 federally protected American mustangs for slaughter to avoid management costs and supply foreign markets with horsemeat. So far, citizens have held the line in favor of America’s iconic equine heritage. As Congress discusses appropriations for 2019, we must continue to press our senators and representatives to stand with the 80 percent of Americans that demand protection for these animals. Make your voice heard today via the online form at Tinyurl.com/ SaveWildHorsesNow.
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Arbor Day More Vital Now than Ever
The 147th annual Arbor Day on April 27 encourages tree planting worldwide to replenish lost tree cover including trees wiped out in the recent fires in California and hurricanes in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico. The Arbor Day Foundation (ADF) is committed to providing 5 million trees in these areas alone. More than 3,400 U.S. communities will participate as an ADF Tree City. Visit Tinyurl.com/USATreeCityDirectory for a current list and criteria for new communities to apply. The ADF Alliance for Community Trees (ACTrees.org) supports treegrowing programs for 200 nonprofit member groups nationwide via funding, information sharing and forging helpful connections. Trees are much more than aesthetics, says Program Manager Dana Karcher, who most recently welcomed Community Greening, in Delray Beach, Florida, and Outdoor Circle, in Hawaii, into the fold. “Trees clean the air, are a habitat for animals, retain storm water and more.” An affiliated nonprofit program online at NeighborWoodsMonth.org encourages tree planting each October. Billings, Montana, earned the latest Arbor Day Celebration Award after 12 elementary schools there engaged in environmental education stations and 180 volunteers planted and pruned trees. Other recent biannual award winners included California’s ReLeaf program and the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum. The need was great even before the world’s forests lost 73.4 million acres of tree cover in 2016, a 51 percent increase over 2015, due to poor forest management, climate change-driven drought and fires, says Global Forest Watch. Hopeful global signs: The largest-ever tropical reforestation project in the Brazilian Amazon aims to plant 73 million trees in the next six years on 70,000 acres. A New Zealand participation goal for the Billion Trees Planting Programme targets planting 100 million trees annually for a decade. In July 2017, volunteers in Madhya Pradesh, India, planted 66,750,000 tree saplings in 12 hours, exceeding the previous record by Uttar Pradesh of 50 million in 24 hours, as part of India’s reforestation pledge of 2 billion new trees by 2030. A $10 annual ADF membership fee includes 10, six-inch-tall seedlings to plant or to donate to a national forest. Karcher’s paramount planting tip: “Dig the hole twice as wide and the same depth of the root ball. If it’s too deep, it’ll suffocate. Give roots space to grow.” www.MichiganHealthyLiving.com
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Hydroponic greens are hands-down winners. The Shelton Family Farm, near Whittier, North Carolina, weekly produces 10,000 to 12,000 heads of hydroponically grown Bibb lettuce. The controlled environment and carefully engineered nutrient delivery systems maximize all resources. “It’s an enclosed system that runs 24/7, and it’s highly efficient from a water-usage standpoint because we recycle the water,” says William Shelton Jr., a fourth-generation family farmer. “The only water that’s actually consumed is what’s taken up and transpired through the plants.” In a moderate climate, energy costs to recycle the water and keep the plants at an even temperature are
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Plants beat meat. “Livestock farming produces from 20 to 50 percent of all manmade greenhouse gas emissions,” says nutritionist and climate activist Jane Richards, of GreenEatz, in Mountain View, California. “You can reduce your footprint by a quarter by cutting down on red meats such as beef and lamb.” An exception is the vegetarian staple of rice. According to researchers at Project Drawdown, a climate solutions organization in Sausalito, California, rice cultivation is responsible for at least 10 percent of agricultural greenhouse gas emissions and up to 19 percent of global methane emissions. New farming techniques, like mid-season draining of the rice paddies, could cut methane emissions by at least 35 percent. Richards notes, “Meat, cheese and eggs have the highest carbon footprint; fruit, vegetables, beans and nuts, much lower. The carbon footprint of a vegetarian diet is about half that of a meat-lover’s diet.” Root crops such as carrots, radishes, potatoes and beets have a lower carbon footprint than above-ground plants due to less food waste. A beautiful beet is easier to grow than a bell pepper that blemishes more easily. Seasonal, regional fruit, vegetables, herbs and honey have a lighter carbon impact because they are transported shorter
distances. Usually what grows best in a region and is consumed locally is also best for the climate. Foods naturally suited to their environment grow and taste better, and are packed with more nutrients, reports Sustainable Table, an educational nonprofit that builds healthy communities through sustainable eating habits (SustainableTable.org).
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New agricultural developments can also benefit our climate environment. According to Project Drawdown research, perennial grains and cereals could be pivotal in reaching soil, carbon and energy targets. The Land Institute, in Salina, Kansas, has been working with the Rodale Institute, in Berks County, Pennsylvania, to develop a perennial wheat that would not have to be planted from seed each year. This would save soil, carbon and both human and machine energy. Kernza, a new perennial grain proven to prosper in natural grasslands like the Great Plains, is not yet widely distributed. Maria Speck, author of Simply Ancient Grains, advises, “With up to 15-foot-long roots, it can be harvested for five years and uses less fertilizer than conventional wheat. Kernza tastes almost like a cross between rice and wheat—sweet, grassy, mesmerizing.” Michael Pollan, author of Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual and creator of the film Food, Inc., suggests we keep it simple: “Eat food, not too much, mostly plants.” Climatarians would add another guideline—eat as locally as possible. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).
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elanie Monteith, of San Diego, California, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 24 and plagued by symptoms for 14 years. Simple daily tasks became challenging. She relied on walking aids and walls to keep from falling. Eventually, she quit her job. Every day tested her survival skills. Then, in late 2017, Monteith tried grounding and it changed her life. Grounding, also called Earthing, refers to the discovery of major health benefits from sustained contact with the Earth’s natural and subtle electric charge. Recent research published in the Journal of Inflammation, Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal, Neonatology and Health indicates that grounding stabilizes the physiology in many ways, drains the body of inflammation, pain and stress, and generates greater well-being. Grounding can be as simple as going barefoot in nature, including the backyard, for 30 to 60 minutes once or twice a day on surfaces like grass, soil, gravel, stone and
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sand. If this isn’t practical, special grounding mats and pads are available online for convenient indoor use while sitting or sleeping; people with compromised health often benefit from more time being grounded. The activity restores a primordial electric connection with the Earth that has been lost with modern lifestyles. We wear shoes with insulating, synthetic soles and live and work elevated above the ground. These overlooked lifestyle factors may contribute to increasing global rates of chronic illnesses. Grounding revitalizes us, akin
to charging a weak battery, because our bodies operate electrically and our movements and thoughts are based on electrical signals. We are bioelectric beings. Eighteen years of grounding research in a variety of indoor settings, plus grassroots feedback from around the world, clearly show that our bodies operate more effectively when grounded. We sleep better, have less pain, more energy and even look better. Here are some of the documented benefits.
Reduction of chronic inflammation “Inflammation is intimately linked to most chronic and aging-related diseases,” says Gaétan Chevalier, Ph.D., a visiting scholar at the University of California, San Diego, who has conducted multiple grounding studies. “Grounding seems to be nature’s way to reduce inflammation.”
Enhanced blood flow Thick, sludgy blood is a common feature of diabetes and cardiovascular disorders. Several grounding studies have demonstrated a significant decrease in blood viscosity and enhanced blood flow. “Grounding represents a potent circulation booster; a simple, yet profound preventive and therapeutic strategy,” says integrative cardiologist Dr. Stephen T. Sinatra, of Manchester, Connecticut, co-author of the book Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever!
Decreased stress Tracy Latz, a medical doctor and integrative psychiatrist in Mooresville, North Carolina, has found, “Patients with anxiety issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder, general-
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ized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and depression, often benefit from grounding.”
Improved vagus nerve function The vagus nerve connects with and regulates key organs, including the lungs, heart and intestines. In one study, doctors at the Penn State Children’s Hospital, in Hershey, Pennsylvania, grounded hospitalized premature infants and documented improved vagal function that could potentially boost resilience and reduce complications. “These babies have a lot of health challenges,” observes Dr. Charles Palmer, former chief of the center’s division of newborn medicine. “It seems that they are more relaxed when grounded.” More research is needed. Within a few months of grounding both day and night, Monteith’s disease symptoms receded dramatically. Her balance and stability improved when standing and walking. She sleeps more deeply and has more energy. An eye issue for which there is no drug subsided. She says her health continues to improve and she looks forward to living each day. Troy Baker, a recovery consultant for special populations and chief program officer of the nonprofit Adapt Functional Movement Center, in Carlsbad, California, who has been overseeing Monteith’s exercise training schedule, has observed a reduction in the effects of multiple sclerosis since she started grounding. “Her body is more fluid, not as stiff. She moves much better, with increased energy and stamina.” For more information on grounding, visit EarthingInstitute.net. Martin Zucker, a former Associated Press correspondent, has written about alternative medicine for 40 years and is co-author of the book Earthing.
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Healthy House Easy Ways to Green It Up
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iving green isn’t difficult or expensive. Start small, one room at a time.
In the Kitchen Defrosting trays have been available for a while, and although they aren’t a miracle solution, they are eco-friendly and easy to clean;
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thawing most meats, seafood and vegetables usually takes just 30 to 60 minutes. It’s one way to avoid using the microwave. Most cutting boards of sustainable bamboo or cork originate in China, creating a big carbon footprint. Glass boards are breakable and hard on knives. Consider planet-friendly boards made of recycled cardboard and food-grade plastic combined with flax husks. A countertop convection oven set about 25 degrees lower circulates heated air to cook food 25 to 30 percent faster and more evenly than a conventional oven; it uses less energy and has fewer emissions. Foods come out crispier, which also makes for great veggie chips. A conventional oven is still best for soufflés, breads or cakes that rise as they bake. Replace chemical-coated nonstick pans, disposable parchment paper and aluminum foil with reusable, eco-friendly, U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved silicone mats. They are easy to clean, affordable and available in many sizes and shapes. Run the dishwasher when full and at night. Off-peak hours won’t cut the electric bill, but are more efficient for the power plant, reducing its energy footprint. Skip the garbage disposal to save water and energy. Use food waste for plant-nurturing compost. Plastics numbered 1, 3, 6 or 7 are prone to leaching into food or drinks. Recycle or repurpose those already on hand to store craft items, small toys or office supplies.
On the Floor Keep floors clean and healthy by leaving shoes at the door. They track in dirt, pesticides, chemicals, pet waste and leaked fluids from vehicles. Slippers or socks with a grip sole keep feet warm and prevent falls. Bamboo flooring is sustainable and eco-friendly, but is also shipped from China. Using local products reduces shipping costs, supports American businesses and can give the home a unique design. “Logs salvaged from the bottom of the Penobscot River turn into flooring, ceilings and accent walls,” advises Tom Shafer, co-owner of Maine Heritage Timber, in Millinocket. “The cold temperature preserves the wood and gives it a natural patina. It’s now available in peel-and-stick, affordable planks called timberchic. Planks have an eco-friendly, UV-cured finish.” For more flooring tips, see Tinyurl.com/Eco-FriendlyFloors.
In the Bathroom Instead of air freshener sprays, hang pet- and child-safe plants. Use fast-drying towels up to four times before washing. Hand towels see more frequent use, so change every other day. Longer wear makeup stays longer on a washcloth; to prevent reintroducing germs to the face, use a facecloth only once. All-natural cleaning products are easy to find or make. For some tips, see Tinyurl.com/LovelyEcoLoo.
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What and Where to Recycle Find out where and what to recycle at Earth911.com. Enter the item and a zip code or call 1-800-cleanup. Going green is money-saving, environmentally wise and coming of age, which makes eco-friendly products easier to access. Earth Day is a perfect time to make simple changes that can have long-lasting and far-reaching results. Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.
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eriodontal disease is pretty scary sounding. And for some of our southeast Michigan patients, it can be. If we have diagnosed you with periodontal disease, you are not alone. Many adults and teens in the U.S. suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a perfectly treatable and preventable condition that many of our patients know little about. If you’ve been told you are suffering from periodontal disease, here is the basic information about this common dental condition. What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal disease is essentially a condition caused by the build-up of bacteria and plaque on your teeth. This build-up of bacteria and plaque or “tartar” can irritate your gums and cause swelling and bleeding. In extreme cases, this irritation can get under the gums and cause damage to the roots of your teeth and in the worst case, can damage your jaw bones. Periodontal disease is most often seen in adults, and more often men than women. However, teenagers can develop mild cases of periodontal disease during puberty when their hormones are changing. Other Factors that Contribute to Periodontal Disease While bacteria and plaque build-up are the main cause of periodontal disease, there are other factors that can contribute to your likelihood of developing some level of periodontal disease. Genes – Some people are more likely to develop periodontal disease if others in their family have been susceptible to increased plaque and bacteria build-up. However, good oral care can prevent periodontal disease, even for these individuals. Tobacco Use – If you smoke or use other types of tobacco, you are more likely to develop periodontal disease. Tobacco users tend to collect more tartar on their teeth, increasing their chances of developing periodontal disease. Smoking can also make peri-
odontal disease resistant to treatment. Crowded Mouth – This can be a big problem for people with crooked teeth, braces, partials or just too many teeth. Plaque can build up around braces, in tight spaces around teeth, and between bridges or other dental fixtures. Stress – While stress on its own won’t cause periodontal disease, it can make it harder to treat. Because your immune system is weakened by stress, infections caused by plaque and bacteria can quickly take hold in your mouth. Hormones – This is mostly the case for women. Changes in your hormones during pregnancy and menopause can cause changes in your mouth as well. This can contribute to an increased risk for periodontal disease. Treating Periodontal Disease If periodontal disease is caught early, it can easily be treated at home with an improved routine of oral care. This includes improvements with brushing and flossing habits, the use of mouth washes and visiting your dentist on a regular basis. More advanced stages of periodontal disease may require deep cleaning that is done by your dentist or dental hygienist. This process is called plaque scaling and planing. This process removes plaque that has built up under the gums, and can take a few appointments to completely clean the teeth. Periodontal disease isn’t something to mess around with. If you notice that your gums are swollen and tend to bleed when you brush, it’s time to get to the dentist for a good cleaning and care for developing periodontal disease. If caught and treated early, periodontal disease is completely manageable with at home care. If you are looking for a dentist in the Shelby Township area who can care for your whole family, HPS Advanced Dental Care is ready to help. To learn more about our family and cosmetic dentistry services, call us today at 248652-0024.
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ardening is good for body and soul, but long hours and repetitive movements can negatively impact even the fittest body. While stiffness and pain patterns might manifest in the lower back, shoulders, legs and hands, performing a few yoga poses can lessen pain, increase flexibility, boost stamina and prevent injury. “Every action needs a counter action for structural balance
Great agility and strong muscles cannot compensate for being in one position too long, over-reaching or fatigue. “Listen to your body’s messages such as, ‘It’s time for a rest,’ or, ‘That’s too heavy,’” recommends Schwartz. Remember to take regular breaks to rest, stretch and drink water.
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Doing yoga regularly will condition the body, but incorporating asanas, or poses, while gardening can be both a fun and practical way to avoid overstressing certain muscle groups and keep the spine and hamstrings supple. Using props in the garden environment such as fences, a wall or a chair can provide convenient support. Feel free to perform all poses before or after gardening, and all except numbers one and five in the garden.
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to be maintained. Repetitive movements can tighten fascia, restrict movement and compromise nerve impulses,” explains Asheville, North Carolina, yoga teacher and back care specialist Lillah Schwartz, author of Healing Our Backs with Yoga: An Essential Guide to Back Pain Relief. “What goes into spasm tends to remain in spasm,” observes Schwartz, who has helped many people overcome back pain and other chronic structural issues. Practicing yoga before, during or after spending time outside also promotes mind-body awareness which helps us tune into our body’s natural rhythms and prevent physical problems in the first place. Here are some basics to consider when working in the garden.
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“Conscious breathing involves both the body and the mind. Long, slow inhalations and exhalations help us tune into our body,” says Schwartz. “Using long breaths when stretching in the garden can help muscles find relief.”
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To reduce pain: n Stop and breathe. Take slow, deep breaths with a pause (inhalation retention) between inhalation and exhalation. n Don’t resist the pain or allow self-judgment. n Wait for a release.
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Bringing mindfulness to garden work not only helps prevent injury, but helps make it a more enjoyable experience. Here are a few more tips. n If rising early, begin time in the garden with a Warrior 1 pose while facing east. n Be mindful of feeling the breeze when it brushes the skin and pause to breathe deeply. n Notice the music of the birds or other pleasing sounds in the surrounding environment.
n Stop to drink some water and take pleasure in the garden’s beauty and bounty. Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.
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mericans love to explore ethnic cuisines and then put their own “more is better” spin on them, like a Chinese stir-fry turned into chop suey with fried rice or a pasta side dish supersized into a whole meal. “We’ve Americanized dishes to the extent that they don’t have their original health benefits,” says Dr. Daphne Miller, a family physician in the San Francisco Bay area and author of The Jungle Effect: The Healthiest Diets from Around the World—Why They Work and How to Make Them Work for You. Here are five popular—and healthy— world cuisines, known for their great dishes, star ingredients and health-enhancing practices.
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Traditional Japanese
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South Indian
Ingredients. South India—including the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana—offers many plant-based dishes that feature coconut, rice and spices such as turmeric, known for decreasing inflammation, according to the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Varieties of dried split peas called dal [dal is singular and plural] are used in vegetable curries and ground to make the gluten-free savory crepes known as dosa or puffy white idlis
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Hiroko Shimbo prefers dried wakame seaweed, readily available in the U.S. Practices. Shimbo grew up in Tokyo, Japan, where her mother helped her surgeon father’s patients by preparing foods that helped them recover quickly. Shimbo believes wholeheartedly in Ishoku-dogen, a Japanese concept often translated as, “Food is medicine.” Shimbo says, “I eat fairly well, treating food as blessings from nature that keep me healthy and energetic. I do not often indulge in expensive, rich foods.” She prefers eating foods in season and small portions, listening to what her body craves. When feeling the need for minerals and vitamins, she makes a brothy soup with just a little dried wakame, which reconstitutes to four times its dried volume. A second practice supporting healthy well-being is hara hachi bu, or “Eat until your stomach is 80 percent full.” It requires self-discipline to eat slowly and decline more food. But this restraint supports a widely accepted fact that “It takes about 20 minutes for the brain to receive the message that the stomach is full. If we eat slowly, we get the message at the right time, even if we want a few more bites. If we eat too quickly, by the time our brain sends the message, we have probably eaten too much,” says Shimbo. One Great Dish: Japanese soups offer nutrition and flavor in a bowl. Shimbo’s Eata-Lot Wakame Sea Vegetable Soup in her cookbook The Japanese Kitchen: 250 Recipes in a Traditional Spirit can be made with chicken or vegetable broth. Other healthy ingredients like sesame oil, fresh ginger, scallions and garlic boost its health benefits.
for a snack or breakfast. South India native and current Minneapolis resident Raghavan Iyer, teacher, consultant and author of many cookbooks, including 660 Curries, says, “One technique that gives vegetable dishes a lift is dry-frying or toasting whole spices. It adds complexity and nuttiness.” Simply heat a cast iron skillet, add the whole spices and dry fry until spicy aromas arise; then add them to a dish. Practice. South Indian meals usually comprise many small, highly flavored, colorful, plant-based dishes served with rice. They yield a pleasant aroma and sensation of fullness without overdoing it, says Iyer. One Great Dish: A vegetable/legume curry such as tamata chana dal, or smoky yellow split peas is simple to make. Iyer cooks dried, yellow, split peas with potatoes and turmeric, then dry-fries dried chilis and spices, and purées them in a blender for a no-fat, vegan and glutenfree dish. In Iyer’s view, “The epitome of comfort food is a bowl of dal and rice.”
Garden-to-Table Italian
Ingredients. There’s American-Italian, as in pizza with pepperoni and double cheese, and then there’s real Italian dishes dating back to the Etruscans. Healthy Italian starts with the love of growing things. Whatever grows in the garden is best, served simply with extra virgin olive oil; a recent Temple University study found it preserves memory and wards off Alzheimer’s. Eugenia Giobbi Bone, co-author of Italian Family Dining: Recipes, Menus, and Memories of Meals with a Great American Food Family, says, “My palate was formed with the flavors of homegrown foods. Cooking in central Italy is all about bringing out the flavor of a few very fresh, well-grown ingredients. That means primarily seasonal eating, with lots of vegetables and little meat in summer, the opposite in winter. There isn’t a lot of fuss to the culinary style, which instead depends on interesting, but simple combinations of foods and techniques.” Practice. Italian families’ view of healthful garden-to-table includes the exercise attained from gardening. “We have a good work ethic in our family,” remarks Bone, who lives in New York City and Crawford, Colo-
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rado. “We are of the mentality that physical work is satisfying, even when it is hard.” From her father’s family, Bone has learned to break a meal into small courses and to eat heavier during the day and lighter at night because this helps maintain a healthy weight, according to many studies including one published in the UK journal Diabetologia. One Great Dish: Dress up pasta with a seasonal vegetable sauce, such as caponata, an eggplant and tomato mixture, or include primavera via spring vegetables and basil, or arrabbiata, featuring tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
Lebanese
Ingredients. “So much about Lebanese cuisine is ‘on trend’ with our tart and sour flavors from lemon, sumac and pomegranate molasses, a wide array of vegetarian and vegan dishes, plus a tradition of pickling, called mouneh, and yogurt and cheesemaking,” says food blogger Maureen Abood, author of Rose Water & Orange Blossoms: Fresh and Classic Recipes from My Lebanese Kitchen. “Lebanese cuisine is extraordinarily healthy, fitting squarely into the Mediterranean diet.” Abood lives in East Lansing, Michigan, where she loves to use summer cherries and berries in her Lebanese-inspired dishes. According to Abood, another reason why Lebanese food is so popular is that Lebanese immigrants to the U.S. now outnumber the native population of their mother country. Practice. Gathering to share food is a hallmark of Lebanese hospitality. “The Leb-
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anese style of eating includes maza; many small shared plates of remarkable variety,” says Abood. “Food as medicine” is also a Lebanese practice, according to a study in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. One Great Dish: “Many of my favorite Lebanese dishes are plant-based,” says Abood. “We love to stuff everything from cabbage to summer squash to grape leaves with vegetarian fillings, and cook them in a garlic or tomato broth. Every week, we make and eat mujaddara, a lentil and rice or bulgur pilaf with deeply caramelized onions.” Pair with any Lebanese salad, such as one she makes with sweet cherries and walnuts for “a perfectly healthy and crazy-delicious meal.”
Vietnamese
Ingredients. Vietnamese cooking emphasizes fresh herbs and leafy greens, green papaya, seafood, rice and condiments. A study in the British Journal of Nutrition found that green or unripe papaya contains more healthy carotenoids (lutein, beta-carotene and lycopene) than tomatoes or carrots. Practice. The preferred style of Vietnamese cooking is steaming or simmering, using less fat. It also encourages communal eating, with each diner dipping an ingredient into a cooking pot. Cooked foods are accompanied by fresh salad greens, including herbs served as whole leaves. One Great Dish: Vietnamese hot pot is a favorite of Andrea Nguyen, whose Vietnamese family emigrated to California. Nguyen, author of Into the Vietnamese Kitchen: Treasured Foodways, Modern Flavors, blogs about food at VietWorldKitchen.
com and now lives near San Francisco, California. “This is a slow, cook-it-yourself kind of meal. Set it up, relax with some organic wine or beer and enjoy. Flavors develop and the hot pot transforms as you eat,” she says. “At the end, you’ll slurp up the remaining broth and noodles.” See Tinyurl.com/Viet-ChineseHotPotRecipe. French Bonus: While croissants and triple-crème brie might not seem part of an ideal diet, rediscover two healthy practices from the French: Eat less and eat together. Ongoing studies at Cornell University show that we eat less if offered less. When researcher Paul Rozin, Ph.D., a psychology professor with the University of Pennsylvania, compared portions in Paris, France, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Philly portions were 25 percent larger. It’s also reflected in the two countries’ cookbook recipes. Rozin further found that French diners spent more time eating those smaller portions—perhaps explaining the French paradox: Most French eat rich foods and drink wine, yet don’t get fat. Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).
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or author Paul Hawken, a leading environmental entrepreneur working with a coalition of research fellows, advisors and expert reviewers, the climate goal is drawdown, or reversing global warming—the point in atmospheric time when the concentration of greenhouse gases peaks and begins to decline on a year-to-year basis. Hawken edited Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming, a compendium of the 100 most substantive solutions that already exist.
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Why and how did you do the research? We wanted to know if it was game over with respect to global warming, or could we reverse the buildup of greenhouse gases with techniques and practices already underway? We gathered a qualified and diverse group of 70 researchers from around the world to identify, research and model the 100 most substantive existing solutions. They modeled the impact the solutions will have if they continue to scale in a rigorous, but reasonable way, and what the cost and profits would be. All carbon data was based on peer-reviewed science. Economic data came from respected international institutions like the World Bank. The goal of the 32 East Michigan Edition
tion is the most powerful lever available for breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty while mitigating emissions by curbing population growth. Ranked seventh, family planning, particularly in low-income countries, impacts world population. For women to have children by choice rather than chance and to plan their family size and spacing is a matter of autonomy and dignity. Together, these two solutions would account for significant reduction in greenhouse gases by 2050. The United Nations estimates a difference between the high and median population projections in 2050 of 10.8 billion versus 9.7 billion. The difference is almost entirely determined by availability of family planning.
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Drawdown is not about optimism, hope or pessimism. It is a reality project. The science on climate change is amazing, if not stunning. It is the best problem statement humanity has ever created, which I see as a gift, not a curse. Global warming is feedback from the atmosphere. The Earth is a system, and any system that does not incorporate feedback fails. It holds true for our body, ecosystems, social systems and economic systems. The knowledge of global warming and its potential impacts is creating huge breakthroughs in energy, transport, agriculture, housing, urbanization and materials. If it wasn’t for the science of climate change, we would be destroying our planet faster than we already are. Focusing repeatedly on the problem does not solve the problem. Diagnosis is not prognosis unless we give up. The science of what will happen if we do not act has been here for a long time. What Drawdown points out is that humanity is on the case. The plan we refer to in the book’s subtitle is not our plan; we found a plan being activated by the collective intelligence of humanity. This is a different story than one of gloom and doom. It is a story of innovation, creativity and generosity—that is who we are. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.
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INTO THE WOODS Nature Helps Kids Build Skills and Character by April Thompson
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Youth engaged with organizations like this one enjoy gaining nature-oriented survival skills, such as making bows, baskets, shelters and fire. “By making a bow out of a particular type of tree, children discover what type of habitat the tree prefers and how to harvest it sustainably. Indigenous skills like animal tracking also help them relate to wildlife and
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they can avoid detection by a predator. Kids learn to listen both to nature and their own inner voice, which can be challenging in the midst of dominating peers and authority figures. “We build on the tradition of vision quest, in taking time to get quiet in nature and hear what the heart is saying,” says Berry. Activities may be patterned after natural cycles of the seasons, the four directions and diurnal rhythms. On a bright morning, emphasis is on high-energy, outward-facing activities; day’s end brings a pause to reflect, glean and share what participants have made and learned.
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Studies of healthy subjects with amalgam fillings have shown that mercury from exposure to mercury vapor bioaccumulates in certain tissues of the body including kidneys and brain. Parents should be especially mindful and ask their dentist for options in filling materials. Pregnant women, or those considering pregnancy, should ask for alternative materials, too.
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Understanding and Dealing with Mercury in Dental Fillings and Lead-Contaminated Water by David W. Regiani, DDS, MIAOMT
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e live in a toxic world, and we do our best to avoid known contaminants. No one paints with lead-based paint anymore, home builders no longer use asbestos insulation, and no parent dabs Mercurochrome on a child’s wound. We’re careful, as we should be. So, it may come as a surprise to you that even today dentists still imbed mercury into teeth. Open your mouth wide and look into a mirror. Do you see silvercolored fillings? Half of the ingredients are mercury. They vaporize when you chew food or gum, when you drink something warm, even when you brush your teeth! Swallow, and minute amounts are sent to your digestive tract. Inhale, and tiny vapors enter your lungs. The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology has compiled thousands of studies on the adverse effects of mercury. In the US, the EPA, FDA and OSHA regulate the amount of mercury that one can be exposed to within a certain time frame. All agree mercury is one of the most toxic substances on the planet, even more toxic than lead (more on that shortly). According to the EPA, old mercury fillings that have been removed from a tooth are considered toxic waste that has to be disposed of properly. How much is too much? According to the FDA: “The developing neurological systems in fetuses and young children may be more sensitive to the neurotoxic effects of mercury vapor” and, “Studies of healthy subjects with amalgam fillings have shown that mercury from exposure to mercury vapor bioaccumulates in certain tissues of the body including kidneys and brain.”
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What can you do about your body’s burden of accumulated mercury? First (but not always obvious), remove the source. Seek out a dentist trained in mercury-free and mercury-safe dentistry. He or she will recommend a protocol including supplementation to lessen the burden on your body during the replacement process. Do not skip this step! It is vitally important that your digestive and elimination systems are functioning well for the healthiest outcome. A quick internet search will show many options for detoxing at home, but don’t jump at the first or easiest one. Even the Huffington Post has written an article on how to remove mercury from the body. As always, it is advisable to seek out a health care provider familiar with detoxification. If you do choose to detox on your own, Dr. Mercola has what I consider to be one of the most comprehensive protocols that begins with a clean diet and Chlorella or ProChitosan supplementation, among others. It wasn’t too long ago that the Flint Water Crisis made headlines across the country. The CDC states, “Blood lead levels as low as 10μg/dL, which do not cause distinctive symptoms, are associated with decreased intelligence and impaired neurobehavioral development.” Scary stuff ! Detoxing to remove heavy metals such as mercury can also help remove lead contamination. Chelation is a tried-and-true solution for many heavy metal toxins, but it is not usually recommended for children. According to MedScape, “Data from the Normative Aging Study suggest that low dietary intake of vitamin D may increase accumulation of lead in bones, whereas low dietary intake of vitamin C and iron may increase lead levels in blood in subjects who range in age from middle-aged to elderly. Similar data associate calcium and iron deficiency with lead absorption in children.” Does this mean supplementing with Vitamins C and D, calcium and iron could provide a protective measure, and maybe reverse some of the harmful effects of lead? Early reports sound promising, according to a review of literature by Shayan Vyas, MD, Division of Critical Care Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Nemours Children's Hospital, Orlando, FL. “Calcium, iron and
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INDIGENOUS WISDOM Elders Urge Us to Reimagine Life
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Indigenous elders tailor their healing practices to the whole human being, using good medicine, defined as anything or anyone that brings into positive alignment the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical levels. Healing can take many forms, based on tradition, the healer, patient and nature, yet four basic elements or practices are consistent: listening, supportive relationships, unconditional love and committing to creative, positive action.
Hope springs from the choice to tap into an infinite energy source. It may not be understood by modern science, but indigenous wisdom keepers behold an inner certainty of something bigger than us all. When we open ourselves to hope, it is possible to release the pressure and desire to try to know something about everything, and instead free our imagination to create expansive possibilities. Anita Sanchez, Ph.D., is a transformational leadership consultant, speaker, coach and author of the new book, The Four Sacred Gifts: Indigenous Wisdom for Modern Times, from which this was adapted. For videos and a song, visit FourSacredGifts.com.
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MEDITATION THAT WORKS
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ore Americans than ever before are seeking the benefits of meditation, which notably improves mental, physical and spiritual health. Choosing from its many styles and traditions can be daunting for a new meditator, as is figuring out how to incorporate such a practice into a busy life.
Universal Appeal “Meditation is for people of all spiritual backgrounds. As a tool to develop awareness, it can enhance what you already believe and practice,” assures Diana Lang, the Los Angeles author of Opening to Meditation: A Gentle, Guided Approach and a spiritual counselor who has taught meditation for 37 years. For Jackie Trottmann, a Christian author from St. Louis, Missouri, there is no contradiction between a meditation practice and her faith; rather, they complement one another. For her, “Prayer is like talking to God, whereas meditation is listening to God. Before I came to meditation, I had 40 East Michigan Edition
been doing all the talking.” She came to meditation during a trying period working in sales and marketing. “When a friend gave me a meditation CD, I popped it in after a stressful conference call and felt instantly calmed. Ten years later, meditation has gone beyond quieting the mind; it’s sunk into my heart and spirit,” says Trottmann, who went on to publish her own CDs at GuidedChristianMeditation.com. “I came to meditation tired of habitual suffering and stress, and wanting to be happier,” says Bill Scheinman, a coach in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), which he refers to as “mindfulness practice without the Buddhist jargon.” The Oakland, California, instructor has taught mindfulness in settings ranging from corporations to prisons, drawing from a range of meditative disciplines and 23 years of intensive practice.
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Assess Benefits “Shop around and try different things, but at some point, you will begin to discover what works for you,” advises Scheinman. In trying to decide which meditation practice is right for us, “Go with what feels juicy,” says Fargo, who founded MindfulnessExercises.com, offering 1,500 free mindfulness meditations, worksheets and talks. “You’re more likely to do what feels alive and enlivening.” The act of meditating can be uncomfortable, but the challenges are part of its power. Scheinman remarks. “If you establish a daily practice, eventually, you will become more clear-headed, kinder and happier. That’s how you know your practice is working—not how you feel during meditation itself.” Consistency is key. It’s not effective to only meditate when you feel good, he says.
Overview of Options Mindfulness practices go by many names, from vipassana to MBSR, and can be done sitting or walking, but all are focused on cultivating moment-to-moment awareness. “Mindfulness is about being aware: deliberately paying attention to body sensations,
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to go about it,” says Sean Fargo, a Berkeley, California, meditation instructor and former Buddhist monk. “The key is to take baby steps, like going to the gym for the first time. Start by practicing a few minutes a day; just pay attention to something such as the sensations of breathing, without judgment.” “Having taught meditation to tens of thousands of people, I would say the most common issue is that beginning meditators don’t think they’re doing it right. It’s important not to judge yourself or have loaded expectations about the experience,” notes Lang. She suggests starting wherever we are right now, adding, “Whatever book, class or teacher you first stumble upon is a clue.” But that doesn’t call for rigidly adhering to a particular type of meditation forever.
native language, such as shanti, meaning peace in Sanskrit. Teachers like Lang prefer to use mantras in English that meditators can more easily grasp, such as, “Love is the way.” Breathing meditation. Meditation experts say our ever-present breath is a sound foundation for a meditation practice, as well as an easy place to start. “Tapping into the power of our breath is vital; it cleanses our system,” says Trottmann.
thoughts and emotions. Focused attention is on the body, heart and mind,” explains Scheinman. Guided visualization differs from most forms of meditation in that the meditator is intentionally creating a mental image, typically one of a peaceful, beautiful place. Typically, the goal of a guided visualization is deep relaxation and stress reduction. Mantra meditations involve continuous repetition of a word, phrase or sound, drawing spiritual power from the sound’s vibration, as well as its meaning. Many mantras are uttered in a tradition’s
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Nature’s Remedies How Animals Self-Medicate by Sandra Murphy
Every species embodies a solution to some environmental challenge, and some of these solutions are breathtaking in their elegance. ~Linda Bender, Animal Wisdom: Learning from the Spiritual Lives of Animals
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rom birds and elephants to dolphins, animals, whether by instinct or learned behavior, have discovered ways to cope with parasites, pests, aches and pains. This science of self-medication is called zoopharmacognosy (zoo for animal, pharma for drug and cognosy for knowing). At home, a dog or cat that eats grass is practicing it to eliminate parasites or hairballs. Donald Brightsmith, Ph.D., of Texas A&M University, directs the Tambopata Macaw Project in the lowlands of southeastern Peru, studying the many macaws and other parrots that gather clay to eat as a supplement. First thought to help remove toxins from their bodies, clay adds needed sodium to their diet, researchers now believe. A pregnant elephant in Kenya’s Tsavo Park was observed by ecologist Holly www.MichiganHealthyLiving.com
Dublin, Ph.D., to travel miles to find a tree not normally eaten. Four days later, the elephant gave birth. Dublin discovered that Kenyan women make a drink from the same leaves and bark to induce labor. While studying Bornean orangutans (Pongo pygmaeus) in the Sabangau peat swamp forest in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, primatologist Helen MorroghBernard, Ph.D., of the University of Exeter, UK, observed an orangutan chew the leaves of a plant that were not part of its usual diet until it formed a lather. The orangutan spit out the leaves and used the lather much like humans apply a topical pain reliever. While animals have been known to eat certain plants when ill, hers may be the first sighting of an animal creating a salve. Nearby villagers grind the leaves to make
We feel the answers for the future will be found in the past, not in chemical factories. ~Ira Pastor a balm for sore muscles and inflammation. Morrogh-Bernard believes humans learned this topical application from apes and passed it down through the generations. In the Red Sea, bottlenose dolphins rub against bush-like gorgonian corals covered by an outer layer of antimicrobial mucus that may protect them from infection, according to dolphin researcher Angela Ziltener, of the University of Zürich, Switzerland. “It’s amazing how much we’ve learned, but forgotten,” says Ira Pastor, CEO at Bioquark Inc., in Philadelphia, a life sciences company developing biologic products to regenerate and repair human organs and tissues. “We live with other organisms which from a health and wellness perspective are much further advanced than humans. No other species tries to cure with any single solution. Nature employs multiple options. We’re not appropriately imitating nature yet. We need to do more.” Cindy Engel, Ph.D., of Suffolk, England, author of Wild Health: Lessons in Natural Wellness from the Animal Kingdom, says, “Animals rely on plants to provide them with the essentials of life, making their health intimately dependent on plant chemistry to provide everything they need to grow, repair damage and reproduce.” She continues, “Wild animals carry diseases that affect livestock and humans. It’s sensible to explore why they’re successful in fending off the worst effects in order to find ways to improve our own health, instead of just trying to eradicate the disease. We can learn from behavioral self-help strategies animals employ.” Accomplishing this is more difficult than ever, she believes, because today’s severely shrinking habitat makes it hard to find truly wild animals and plants. “Over the last 100 years, we’ve done a horrible disservice to all life by destroying habitat and exploring only a small percentage of what nature has to offer,” agrees Pastor. “As patents expire, pharma has to change. It’s important to develop botanicals. We’re advised to vary our diet and exercise, yet take the same dose of the same pill daily. We’ve studied dead organisms under microscopes, but living organisms, even as small as microbes, can communicate helpful positive reactions.” Western medicine has strayed from what nature offers to keep us healthy. Now is the time to take care of both the planet and all living beings on it. “We’ve discarded thousands of years of evidence,” says Pastor. “We cannot destroy the bounty of possibilities.” Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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ARBOR, free parking. 734-358-0218. See ad page 35. Find the Missing 'Peace' In Your Health Journey - 6:30pm. Learn about the power of your beliefs within your subconscious mind and find the way to transform them simply and long lastingly, more about PSYCH-K & the gift within you. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad pg. 33.
saTUrdaY, aPril 14 Free Cooking Class - Spring is in the Air - Noon. Sauteed onions and garlic with fresh vegetables, and a hint of spice will make your tired taste buds ripe with anticipation. Chef Valerie Wilson (a.k.a. Macro Val) will teach you how to make a VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, ORGANIC colorful, springtime dish. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 33. Spring Clean Your Body - Noon. Join us at this semimar at three of our location as we explore a variety of internal cleaning and detox trends that can help you better your health. FREE. RSVP., space limited. Better Health locations: 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBY TWP. 586-884-6160; 33452 Van Dyke, STERLING HEIGHTS. 586-884-6160; 17696 W 13 Mile, BEVERLY HILLS. 248-645-5500. See ad page 33. Fascial Fitness for Structural Balance - 1-2:30pm. Discover how to release tension, soften restrictions and increase flexibility in the body in just minutes. Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) addresses the soft tissues (fascia) and muscles of the body. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.
WednesdaY, aPril 18 TUesdaY, aPril 10 doTerra Essential Oil Class - 5-6pm. Topic: Aromatherapy for emotional balance. Learn how to makeover your mood in an instant with therapeutic grade essential oils. FREE. Waller Wellness Center, 1854 W Auburn Rd Ste 400, ROCHESTER HILLS. Naomi Martoia 248-844-1414. See ad inside front cover. Mushrooms for the Body, Mind & Heart 6:30pm. Learn how various body systems respond to mushroom supplementation, the impact of Cordyceps on lung functioning and athletic performance, Lion’s Mane’s support for the brain and nervous system and Chaga as an antioxidant and Reishi’s tonifying effects. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 33. Plant-Based Health Care: Prescription Reversal - 6:30-8pm. In this session, Dr. Breakey will explore how supporting patients and communities in adopting a Plant Based Lifestyle leads to dramatically better outcomes. $35. Birmingham Groves HS Staff Planning Lounge, 20500 West 13 Mile Road, BEVERLY HILLS. Stephanie Vail 248-919-8726.
ThUrsdaY, aPril 12 Managing Your Energy and Lifting Your Vibration - 6–9pm. Part of Donna Lakes’ Ascension Workshop Series. $30. 3820 Packard #280, ANN
Meridian Stress Assessments - 4-7pm. Using the Electrodermal (EDS) computer (a recent upgrade from the old Biomeridian system), Juli Johnson will give a basic mini assessment to determine gluten sensitivity particularly related to wheat, whole wheat, and whole grains. FREE. Better Health Market, 2053 S. Telegraph, BLOOMFIELD HILLS. Space Limited. RSVP 248-334-9500. See ad page 33. Digestive Issues - 7-8:15pm. Acid reflux, gas, bloating, diarrhea/constipation and more. Learn the hidden causes and the connection between digestion and other problems. Presented by Dr. Richard Sowerby. FREE. Vitamin Shoppe, 300 John R. Road, TROY. RSVP 248-879-1900.
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Spring Clean Your Body - Noon. Join us at this semimar at three of our location as we explore a variety of internal cleaning and detox trends that can help you better your health. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 33.
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What is ketosis? - 7-8:15pm. What is a Ketogenic diet? How does it help with Anti-aging, Diabetes, Weight Loss? Get your questions answered by Dr. Richard K. Sowerby. Space Limited. FREE. Vitamin Shoppe, 2603 S. Rochester Rd., ROCHESTER HILLS. RSVP 248-879-1900.
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markyourcalendar Davison HS Spring Craft Show
ongoing events Submit online by the 12th of each month at NACalendar.com. RSVP events to confirm details due to possible changes and/or holiday schedule closings.
28th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts show. Over 100 booths. Call for exhibitor space.
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markyourcalendar Enlightened Soul Expo
6th Annual Spring event. Psychics and card readers, aura photos, holistic products, over 100 vendors and energy workers, free presentations, free parking. $11 adults/$16 weekend, discounts, door prizes. See ad page 35.
Saturday, April 28, 10am-6 pm Sunday, April 29, 11am-5pm NEW LOCATION:
Skyline High School
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The Way of the Heart - 9:4-10:45am. Come explore the extraordinary and transformational teachings of Jeshua ben Joseph in the first book of this series.Donation. Life Enrichment Center, 2512 S. Dye Road, FLINT. Info: Jim 810-919-2959. See Pure & Simple Reiki ad page 51.
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. Mindfulness & Meditation Class - 6-7pm 3rd Sun monthly. “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; On purpose, in the present moment, & nonjudgmental.” Learn the tools to find your mindfulness Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD . Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.
Sound Healing Concert - 7–9pm. Rare, therapeutic chakra-tuned crystal bowls played with recorded soundscape music while Reiki is sent to the audience. $20 at the door. 3820 Packard #280, ANN ARBOR, free parking. 734-358-0218. See ad page 35.
saTUrdaY, aPril 28 Aromatherapy in Yoga - 1-2:30pm. Oils may deepen your mind-body-spirit connections, support us pre & post class, & deepen our meditation practice, create 2 rollers, inhaler, and massage oil. Everything you need will be provided. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.
saTUrdaY, MaY 5 Stop the Winter Flu Blues - Noon. Learn the secrets of how working SMARTER AND HARDER can boost your hormones, lose weight and fight chronic disease! FREE. Better Health Market, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBY TWP. Space Limited. RSVP 586-884-6160. See ad page 33. Stop the Winter Flu Blues - 2pm. See description in event above. FREE. Better Health Market, 17696 W 13 Mile, BEVERLY HILLS. Space limited. RSVP 248-645-5500. See ad page 33.
Barrobics - 9-10am. Class is designed to stretch and tone ones body. Great class for all ages. $10/ class drop-in or $7/class for 10-class card. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810358-1419. See ad page 18.
Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releasing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation. WARREN. 586-751-7500. See ad page 37.
La Leche League of Lake Orion - 10am. Daytime Series meeting: 2nd Monday. FREE. Christ the Redeemer Church, 2700 Waldon Rd, LAkE ORION. Tawnya 586-604-4074.
Stop the Winter Flu Blues - 3:30pm. See description in event above. FREE. Better Health Market, 2053 S. Telegraph, BLOOMFIELD HILLS. Space Limited. RSVP 248-334-9500. See ad page 33.
Breastfeeding Info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. 1st Mon monthly. FREE. 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.
The Heart of Wellness - 1-3pm. Dr.K. Chinnaiyan, clinical interagal cardiologist, & Tantrika will takes you through the nuances of yoga theory, tantra and Ayurveda that help refine your understanding of health, disease & well being $30. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.
The Quick Shred - 5-5:45pm. 2/5-3/12. An efficient workout! The great cardio & fat-blasting of 4 minute
Tai Chi - 11:45-12:45am. Gentle class for those who need to start with slower movements. The class increases as you progress. $10/class or dropin $12. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 18.
High Intensity Interval Training with the joint care of yoga. HIIT+Yoga=Superfit. $48. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 586-383-9974. See ad page 54.
Awareness Through Movement® - 6-6:45pm. Join us for gentle movement classes designed to help you move, feel & perform optimally. Bring a mat & 2 towels. Wear comfortable clothing. $20 drop in or 6-class card. Awakening Movements, 3121 Rochester Rd, ROYAL OAk. Lisa Ponichter 248321-0358. See ad page 53.
Primal Integration Peer Group - 6-8:30pm - 4th Mon/monthly or 3rd Mon if holiday. An opportunity to experience primal integration in a welcoming, safe community. Some participants have been involved in primal for over 45 years. Donation. Unity of Farmington Hills, 32500 W. 13 Mile Rd., FARMINGTON HILLS. Info: Barbara Bryan, 248 478-5559. Spring Into Your Health! - 6:45-7:30pm. 2nd & 4th weeks. What you will learn: How to slash your chances of dying from the top 3 killers by 98%, avoiding drugs, surgery and thousands of dollars of sick debt. FREE. Novi Chiropractic Clinic, 23975 Novi Rd, Ste A101, NOVI. Dr. Will Civello 248-380-9444.
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 37.
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.
Crazy Cheap Yoga (Vinyasa) - 5:30-6:30pm. Crazy cheap yoga and exercise classes. Great for someone wanting to get started with yoga, as well as those who have practiced many years. $5. Irene’s Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd., SOUTHFIELD. Jill Howard 248-350-1400. See ad page 25. Tai Chi Chuan - Beginners - 6-7pm. A slow and gentle martial art that can improve your balance, memory, circulation, focus, while reducing stress and strengthening legs. Heal thyself. First class FREE, first month $39. Martial Science Center, 28919 Evergreen Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Holly Malloy 248-709-1599. See ad page 54.
Tai Chi - 6:30-7:30pm. Gentle class for those who need to start with slower movements. The class increases as you progress. $10/class or drop-in $12. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 18.
Lyme Disease Support Group - 7pm. First Tuesday monthly. Open to anyone in the Detroit metropolitan area who has, thinks they might have, or cares
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about someone who has Lyme Disease. Northwest Unitarian-Universalist Church, 23925 Northwestern Highway, SOUTHFIELD. 248-354-4488.
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.
Adult Women’s and Children’s Domestic Violence Support Groups - 10-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, HOWELL. Info: 517548-1350. Awareness Through Movement® - 11-11:45am. Join us for gentle movement classes designed to help you move, feel & perform optimally. Bring a mat & 2 towels. Wear comfortable clothing. $20 drop in or 6-class card. Awakening Movements, 3121 Rochester Rd, ROYAL OAk. Lisa Ponichter 248-321-0358. See ad page 53.
Tai Chi Chuan - Beginners - 6:30-7:30pm. A slow and gentle martial art that can improve your balance, memory, circulation, focus, while reducing stress and strengthening legs. Heal thyself. First class FREE, first month $39. Martial Science Center, 28919 Evergreen Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Holly Malloy 248-709-1599. See ad page 54.
Barrobics - 6:30-7:30pm. Class is designed to stretch and tone ones body. Great class for all ages. $10/class drop-in or $7/class for 10-class card. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 18.
Effortless Meditation Class - 7pm-8pm. FREE meditation class open to all. Emphasis on using the breath as a tool for Effortless Meditation. Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 Woodward Ave, BLOOMFIELD HILLS. Info: Denise Everheart 248-705-5004.
Barrobics - 9-10am. Class is designed to stretch and tone ones body. Great class for all ages. $10/ class drop-in or $7/class for 10-class card. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810358-1419. See ad page 18.
Basic Yoga - 9:15-10:15am. $13 walk-in. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. Tai Chi Chuan - Beginners - 10-11am. A slow and gentle martial art that can improve your balance, memory, circulation, focus, while reducing stress and strengthening legs. Heal thyself. First class FREE, first month $39. Martial Science Center, 28919 Evergreen Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Holly Malloy 248-709-1599. See ad page 54.
Tai Chi - 11:45am-12:45pm. Gentle class for those who need to start with slower movements. The class increases as you progress. $10/class or dropin $12. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 18.
Crazy Cheap Yoga/Slow Flow - 3:30-4:30pm. Proper alignment and breath held longer builds muscle/inner strength. Deepen peace, build confidence, flexibility, balance. $5. Irene’s Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Jill Howard 248-350-1400. See ad page 25.
kundalini Yoga & Gongs - 5:30-6:30pm. Primary tools of asana, breath & meditation. Activate life force. Simple exercise, mantra, & mudra. $5. Irene’s Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Jill Howard 248-350-1400. See ad page 25.
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. Saint John Health System, Oakland Hospital, 27351 Dequindre Rd, MADISON HEIGHTS. Contact Grace 586-808-2148.
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. La Leche League of Lake Orion - 7:30pm. Evening Series: 2nd Thursday. Toddler Meeting: 4th Thursday. Babies and children welcome. FREE. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1950 S. Baldwin, LAkE ORION. Tawnya 584-604-4074.
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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. Yoga Shred Inspired - 6-7pm. Great cardio & fatblasting of 4 minute High Intensity Interval Training with the joint care of yoga. $13. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 586-383-9974. See ad page 54. 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. Mindfulness & Meditation Class - 7:30pm8:30pm. 1st Friday monthly. Stressed, anxious, can't sleep? Learn about meditation and techniques that may help you help yourself. It may be as simple as learning how to breathe. Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.
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), 3882 Highland Road, WATERFORD TOWNSHIP. 248-277-0628.
Slow Burn Vinyasa Yoga - 9-10am. $13 walkin. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. 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 586-7517500. See ad page 37. Tai Chi Chuan - Beginners - 10-11am. A slow and gentle martial art that can improve your balance, memory, circulation, focus, while reducing stress and strengthening legs. Heal thyself. First class FREE. first month $39. Martial Science Center, 28919 Evergreen Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Holly
Integrative and Wholistic Medicine Ann Y. Burton, MD Appointments: 810-344-4635
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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. Death Cafe - 11am-1pm. 2nd Sat, monthly. Join the global discussion that's taking Death "out of the closet." No agenda or presentation. Just spirited confidential conversation. FREE. The Dovetail Cafe, 29200 Hoover Rd., WARREN. Gloria Cunningham 248-821-2569.
Psychic Fair - 11am-6pm. 2nd Sat, monthly. Healing, Readers, Crystals, Metaphysical Gifts - Lots of Love to share. $3. First Metaphysical Church, 8267 E Atherton Rd, DAVISON. Jessica Marek 248-514-0032. See ad page 51. LEC Monthly Healing Circle - 5-7pm 4th Sat monthly. This month, besides a mini healing session, each person attending will receive a Reiju, which is a traditional Japanese spiritual blessing. Donation. Life Enrichment Center, 2512 S. Dye Road, FLINT. Janice Walker 810-280-7640. See ad page 51. Metro Detroit Vegan Diners - 6-8:30pm. Twice monthly. Join us for dining each month at veganfriendly restaurants in the Metro Detroit area. Meet, dine and socialize with like-minded people. FREE to everyone. Info: Organizer 248703-2697.
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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 support to the terminally ill patients throughout Lapeer, Oakland, Macomb, Genesee, Wayne, Livingston, and Monroe county. Info: Volunteer Coordinator, Hospice Compassus 248-3559900.
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Acupuncture Acupuncture
Clarissa Dawn Guest, RN, Dipl. Ac 2359 W. Shiawassee, Suite E, Fenton 810-750-2004 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 CHealthClinic.com
State of Michigan Registered, NCCAOM Certified. Former MD in China served North American people for over 30 years’ with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Specializing in various pains and intestinal problems. See ad page 27.
Jing Fei Huang, CAC, OMD
The Downing Clinic • 248-625-6677 5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston TheDowningClinic.com Jing Fei Huang is a certified Acupuncturist (CAC) & a c e r t i f i e d Tr a d i t i o n a l Chinese Medicine specialist (OMD). She has been with the Downing Clinic since 1999 and has helped many people with a variety of c o n d i t i o n s . We d , appointments available. See ads page 21.
MICHIGAN ORIENTAL MEDICINE
Karen DeBruyn, PT, DAOM, Dipl.OM, R.Ac Henry Buchtel, MMed (China)Dipl.Ac, R.Ac 8308 Office Park Drive, Ste 2 Grand Blanc, 810-694-3500 Providing acupuncture and herbal medicine to optimize your health and wellness. Specializing in pain management, sports injuries, women’s health, immune support, insomnia, and stress management.
A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside. ~Denis Waitley
Waller Wellness center
Rhonda Sousley, Ph.D • 248-844-1414 1854 W. Auburn, Ste 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com Rhonda has a PhD in Chinese Medicine and is an experienced infertility specialist with over 13 years in practice. She uses both L a s e r & Tr a d i t i o n a l acupuncture; making her treatments comfortable for children & adults alike. Smoking cessation, chronic & acute pain, migraines, stress & anxiety - are all treated successfully. Immediate appointments available. See ad inside front cover.
Allergy Treatment New Life Allergy Treatment Center Terry Robinson, RPN, Natural Therapist Advanced NAET Practitioner 725 S. Adams Rd., Ste. 185, Birmingham 248-792-2229 • NewLifeAllergy.com
Computerized sensitivity testing and Natural Allergy Treatments. Certified in NAET, with experience since 2000. Specializing in environmental allergies, food allergies/sensitivities, digestive issues, skin problems, headaches, fatigue and Candida.
Bodywork advanced bodywork • Bowen Mark Rogers, LMT • 248-761-4135 1775 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham AdvancedBodyworkLLC.com
Discover our integrative approaches to bodywork, Bowen therapy and Rolf Structural Integration. Helping clients live pain free for over 20 years. Try our unique approach and feel the difference. Mention Natural Awakenings for a new client special.
Structural Integration Brad Stone SI Practitioner 2425 West Silver Lake Rd, Fenton 810-516-4337
A process that releases restrictions in the connective tissue of the body, bringing the body into more smoothly functioning relationships, while reducing aches, pains and creating feelings of health and wellbeing.
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chiropractic wills family chiropractic
Dr. Jason Wills • Dr. Heather Wills 101 South St., Ortonville • 248-922-9888 WillsFamilyChiropractic.com Wide range in care choices, from low force adjusting techniques to traditional Chiropractic. We specialize in Applied Kinesiology, a technique not widely found in North Oakland, that assesses the functionality of each individual. See ad page 9.
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.
jaya’s healing bodywork
Advanced Cranial Sacral Therapy (ACST) Rochester • 248-464-2049 JayasBodywork.com Your ACST session includes relieving restrictions within the organs, some scar tissue release, some massage, reflexology, meridian and acupressure work. Relax your neck and restore your body’s rhythm. Children benefit too.
Waller Wellness center
Kathy Paholsky, PhD 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com • 248-844-1414 Kathy uses the light touch commonly associated with Craniosacral Therapy in combination with manual therapy techniques to help each person achieve their optimum health. Those dealing with headaches, jaw and back pain, and chronic disorders such as fibromyalgia, SAD, inflammatory conditions, anxiety and depression find long-term benefits from regular sessions. See ad inside front cover.
Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth. ~Muhammad Ali
Counseling / therapy Anahid Lisa Derbabian, LPC
Create The Life You’re Meant To Live 901 Wilshire, Suite 500, Troy 248-202-0583 • www.HelpMeToHeal.com Transform your life this year! Through deep counseling, free yourself from the past and move forward with purpose and passion in creating the life you are meant to live! We accept BC/BS, BCN, HAP (PPO), and private pay.
Dentistry David Ewing, DDS
Irish Road Dental 1058 N. Irish Rd., Davison 810-653-4100 G e n e r a l D e n t i s t r y, including, extractions, dentures, bridges, partials, composite (white) fillings, crowns, TMJ, N.E.T. for pain control, anxiety and more. Nutrition and ZOOM teeth whitening. See ad page 31.
Craniosacral therapy guided touch • denae tait 1178 S. Lapeer Rd, Lapeer (inside Katie’s Spa) 810-664-2727
HPS Advanced Dental care, PC Heather Pranzarone Stratton, DDS 4741 24 Mile Rd., Ste. C, Shelby Township 248-652-0024 • HPSDental.com
CranioSacral Therapy and more. Combining several techniques to create a unique healing experience for your individual needs. Myofascial, Kinesiology, Emotion Code and more to relieve pain and stress. 23.
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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
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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 p e r i o d o n t a l t h e r a p y, c o s m e t i c d e n t i s t r y, Invisalign & whitening. Founding member IAOMT and IABDM. See ads pages 17 & 39
Sue Shoha DDS Bio dentistry 50 West Big Beaver, Suite 120 Bloomfield Hills • 248-648-3660 BioDentistryMI.com
We provide safe effective biocompatible treatment, using a multifaceted integrative treatment approach that focuses on the individual patient and their unique needs, in a kind compassionate and respectful manner. See ad page 27.
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.
EDUCATION / TRAINING Holistic Education & Services
The Carter Institute for Natural Health Studies NaturalHealthClass.org 805-625-2571 YOU be the expert - the one in demand! Learn a new career or add credentials to a n e x i s t i n g c a r e e r. Accredited distance learning for the discriminating natural health professional. The Carter Institute for Natural Health Studies.
energy heALing JAnice WALker, certiFied cMrM 810-280-7640 jkwalker58@comcast.net Genesee County and surrounding areas
Specializing in Reiki for relaxation, stress relief, pain relief, accelerated healing response, emotional support and more. Hosting monthly Reiki shares and Volunteer Coordinator for Serenity House Reiki Outreach.
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Southfield • 248-910-4515 (cell) • Rolf.org Creative Wellness, E. Lansing • 517-351-9240 The Downing Clinic, Clarkston • 248-625-6677 Is it time for a shift? Receive energy, light & information through a Reconnective Healing session. Taught by Eric Pearl. For details visit: TheReconnection.com.
yOung Living essentiAL OiLs Marilyn York • 877-436-2299 Independent Distributor # 489656 MyYL.com/NaturalHealth4U.com
Essential Oils – Revered for thousands of years for their naturally-enhancing support of body, mind, and spirit. Become a Young Living Essential Oils M e m b e r / C u s t o m e r, a n d / o r a n Independent Distributor. See ad page 41.
Powerful multi-dimensional healing in the outer levels of the energetic field and on a cellular level. Global Distance Healing. Visit our website for more info: PeaceOfLoveHealing.com
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.
FunctiOnAL Medicine FundAMentAL heALing, p.c.
Gretchen Perry, FNP-BC, NP-C 29829 Telegraph Rd., Southfield Fundamental-Healing.com • 248-601-0234 Functional Medicine for all ages, delivered in the home or office that treats the root cause of disease in the least invasive, most natural way possible. See ad page 24.
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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.
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Jessica Marek - Certified EnergyTouch® Cell: 248-514-0032 (call / text) PeaceOfLoveHealing@gmail.com
cutLer integrAtive Medicine
Integrative Medicine Specialist 12741 S. Saginaw, Ste 402, Grand Blanc 810-344-4635 • AYBurtonMD.com Fully licensed MD physician with training in natural treatments, herbal medicine, nutrition, thyroid and bioidentical hormone therapy, integrative oncology, organic acid testing, hair analysis, lyme disease, autism spectrum and allergy treatment. See ad page 48.
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the dOWning cLinic
Laura Kovalcik, DO, FACOI 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com Integrative Internal Medicine practice owned by BoardCertified 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 Internal Medicine, natural treatments for menopause and andropause symptoms, Osteoporosis, cholesterol management, Candida, Fibromyalgia. See ads pages 19 & 21.
LOngevity heALth institute Madison Heights • 248-548-3060 Rochester Hills • 248-289-6643 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.
restOrAtive Medicine center Teresa Birkmeier-Fredal MD Rochester Hills • 248-289-6349 RestorativeMedCenter.com
At the Restorative Medicine Center we utilize cuttingedge diagnostic testing and provide innovative treatments for chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and autoimmune disorders by identifying and treating the root cause. We also specialize in mold illness, chronic infections, metabolic syndrome, and severe food and environmental allergies. Integrative Medicine continued next page...
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integrative medicine Sheli Tinkelman
Integrated & Preventative Health Care Assoc. 2300 Haggerty Rd., Ste 2140, W. Bloomfield 248-669-5050 • Most insurances accepted
Sheli Tinkelman is triple board-certified with spcialty in holistic and functional medicine, including dermatology and nutrition with over 20 years' experience. For information on testing and treatments.
Waller Wellness center
Catherine A. Waller, MD Pamela Thomas PA-C Dr. Alexa Schneider, PhD, PsyD, ND, RN, FNP 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. Patients tell us we give the most comprehensive evaluation they’ve ever had. (having 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 inside front cover.
Intravenous (IV) Therapies center for Healthy Living
Keri Topouzian, D.O. 1900 S. Telegraph, Ste. 102, Bloomfield Hills 248-302-0473 • AskDrT.weebly.com
Board certified in Functional/ Regenerative Medicine with 30 years experience. D r. T s e e k s o u t t h e underlying cause of a patient's complaints and incorporates IV therapies, bioidentical hormones and more. See ad page 11.
Waller Wellness Center
SueAnn Habbersett, L.M.T. 1854 W. Auburn Rd., Ste 400, Rochester Hills 248-844-1414 • WallerWellness.com
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Assists those suffering from M i g r a i n e s , a n x i e t y, depression, autoimmune disorders, diabetes and more. Licensed Massage Therapist, certified in Reflexology and Reiki, and offers Aromatherapy, Sound Healing, Meditation, yoga and Tai Chi. See ad
MEDICAL INTUITION Becky Stevens
Holistic Alternatives, LLC 38245 Mound Rd., Bldg E Sterling Heights • 586-294-6540
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.
Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none. ~William Shakespeare MEDIATION SERVICES Dr. Barlow • 248-438-8254
Professional Mediation Services 31800 Northwestern Hwy., Ste 340 Farmington Hills • DrLBarlow.com Affordable and confidential family, divorce and postdivorce out of court settlements by mediation. A neutral third-party to help reach a fair and equitable settlement. Evening and weekend appointments.
Mental wellness massage therapy Vickie Evans, CMT
The Downing Clinic 5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com Certified in massage and in Bowen therapy. Provides combination of therapies as needed or requested by patients. See ads pages 21.
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Non-Profit Distributes Leep4Joy Books on Bully/Suicide Prevention Leep4Joy.com • PatriceALee@gmail.com
Positive books for children/ teens. Leep4Joy Books share lessons on kindness, respect for self/others; promote promote mental wellness/inner healing. Endorsed by counselors and clinical therapists. Children ask for them. "Live life happy!"
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mind & body healing 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.
the relaxation station
Jill Rose Berner HHP JRBerner@icloud.com • 810-614-6110 208 N. Main St., Davison
Healthy U offers a holistic approach addressing the root cause of ailments and encouraging a positive out come. for the entire mind, body, and spirit. Gut health, detoxification,weight loss, massage therapy.
mold testing & remediation MOLDPRO • 734-439-8800
247 W. Main Street, Milan • MoldProllc.com MoldPro is the only mold remediation company in Southeast Michigan that offers chemical-free mold remediation and other chemical-free services, along with independent lab air testing since 2011. See ad page 22.
Natural/Holistic health Biblical Health
Hilda Lauderman, Ph.D, RN, NMD Serving East Michigan • 810-503-4056 ”Dr. Hilda” offers programs using natural approaches to h e lp w ith c o n d itio n s including nutrition, thyroid function, osteoporosis and more. L e a r n w h a t a Naturopathic Medical Doctor with over 30 years' experience as a registered nurse can do for you. Call for more information. See ad page 28.
The world of reality has its limits; the world of imagination is boundless. ~Jean-Jacques Rousseau
nAturAL heALth WAys Robin Bissonette, RN, BSN Greater Troy Area 248-550-7271
Wellness sessions integrate Healing Touch, Reiki, CranioSacral Therapy and Holistic Stress Management for relief of aches and pains of body, mind and spirit. Workshops available for Holistic Stress Management topics.
Ideas shape the course of history. ~John Maynard Keynes nutritiOn / suppLeMents 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.
Lucky’s nAturAL FOOds, LLc
Live healthy, buy local - since 1974 101 S. Broadway, Lake Orion Historic Business District • 248-693-1209 LuckysNaturalFoods.com Vi t a m i n s , h e r b s , homeopathy, essential oils, body care, books, organic natural foods and natural grocery, glutenfree, non-gmo, Amish est. 1974 meats, eggs, & fresh turkeys live healthy • buy local for the holidays. Personalized service, knowledgeable staff, special orders, and supplement savings card available. Like us on Facebook! Open Mon-Thurs 10-7, Fri/Sat 10-6, closed Sunday.
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nutritiOnAL cOunseLing AdvAnced nutritiOnAL sOLutiOns Lee Rossano, CNC • 248-652-4160 1444 W. Silverbell Rd., Lake Orion WhySuffer.NET
Lee Rossano, C.N.C, has been helping individuals and families achieve optimal health for 15 years. Lee thrives on finding the cause of symptoms using high tech computerized Biofeedback programs, nutrition, homeopathy, enzyme therapy and more. Why suffer when you can feel great? See ad page 31.
OrgAnic hAir cOLOring FArreLL reis hAirdressers 2838 W. Maple Rd., Troy (inside Antoine's Salon) 248-646-1066 • FarrellReis.com
1 0 0 % O rg a n i c c o l o r ; ammonia, PPD and formaldehyde-free. Fashion colors using certified organic extracts and natural ingredients. Organic Keratin Smoothing and Nayo hair coloring systems. 20% off with this ad. See ad page 7.
physicAL Fitness kOreAn MArtiAL Arts institute 935 Baldwin Rd., Lapeer 810-358-1419 • KMAI.net
Adult enrichment classes in Yoga, Kick-fit and Women’s self-defense. Traditional TaeKwon-Do training for ages 5 through seniors. Visit website for class schedule and offering. See ad page 18.
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Complete Natural Lawn Application Products & Programs PO Box 874, Highland 248-889-7200 • A-1OrganicLawns.com
LisA pOnichter • 248-321-0358 Feldenkrais® Method, Physical Therapy 3121 South Rochester Rd, Royal Oak 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.
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 43.
Oxygen / hyperBArics LOngevity heALth institute Madison Heights • 248-548-3060 Rochester Hills • 248-289-6643 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.
There is nothing on this Earth more to be prized than true friendship. ~Thomas Aquinas
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 inside front cover.
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pets / veterinAry WOOdside AniMAL cLinic
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 43.
950 E. Maple Rd., Ste 210, Birmingham Julian Myftiu • 248-996-0353 1Massage4U.com Trained in Italy under Master Reflexologies, Specialize in Tui Na (Chinese) Massage and highly experienced in Shiatsu, Myofascial Release, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage and Therapeutic Touch. Lipomassage by Endermology. He is certified Tai Chi Chuan instructor in Venice, Italy.
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YOGA Santosha (Sanskrit): Contentment, peace, gratitude
The Heart of Yoga with Kavitha Chinnaiyan M.D. Saturday, May 5th.
WALLer WeLLness center
Sharon Meyer, RD 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com • 248-844-1414 Specializing in Functional Medicine, our nutritionist not only helps with common problems such as weight loss, food allergies and detoxification, but is 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 inside front cover.
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reiki See the calendar in this magazine for our other classes and special events.
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LAurie Bueche, rp, iArp
Reiki for Pets and People 2442 East Maple Ave., Ste 102, Flint laurbueche@yahoo.com • 734-429-0818 Do you or your pet experience anxiety, pain, or other dis-ease? Laurie offers reiki for pets and people. Distant/remote sessions also available. Special pricing with this ad.
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sustainable and livable place. ~Scott Peters
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Certified Rolfer® Advanced Rolf Movement Specialist • The Downing Clinic • 248-625-6677 5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston TheDowningClinic.com • Creative Wellness, E. Lansing 517-351-9240 • CreativeWellness.net • Southfield • 248-910-4515 (cell) • Rolf.org
Certified Yang Family Tai Chi Instructor 28919 Evergreen Rd., Southfield TrueTaiChiChuan.com • 248-709-1599
Tai Chi Chuan is a graceful exercise and moving meditation. Create balance; Feed your soul; Fuel your body; Expand your mind; Strengthen yourself; Practice Tai Chi Chuan.
Weight LOss LOngevity heALth institute Weight Loss & Nutritional Counseling Madison Heights • 248-548-3060 Rochester Hills • 248-289-6643
Victoria Robinson, BSc Psychology, MS Sports Psychology, ISSA Sports Nutrition. HCG, successful diet plans, food sensitivity and food allergy guidance, diet specific weight loss protocols, sports nutrition, Physician-based programs.
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Do you yearn for balance and freedom of movement? Rolfing® Structural integration is a system of bringing the body back into proper alignment through education and deep tissue work, whether the problems arise from accidents, digestive or emotional issues or poor postural habits. Over 30 years experience. See ad pages 19 & 21.
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Shiloh Butki, Certified Advanced Rolfer 6507 Town Center Dr., Ste F, Clarkston 313-310-4420 • MichiganRolfing.com If you are frustrated by pain, tension, stress and lack of ability to do the things you love, Rolfing will get you on the path to feeling confident and happy with your body. See ad page 37.
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