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14 healthykids 16 greenliving 18 consciouseating 20 healingways

Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers ﬁnd cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, ﬁtness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

14 SMACKING GOOD SNACKS Naturally Healthy Choices

by Judith Fertig

23 naturalpet 24 calendarofevents

16 WHAT’S BEST FOR BABY’S BOTTOM

27 ongoingevents

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e are very happy to report that the oil leak in the Gulf has finally been capped. It's good news, of course, but we can't forget that we still don't know the full extent of the damage that has been done to the environment down there. It wasn't just oil that was spewing into the water, the chemical dispersants they used to break the oil up may actually be more harmful to the environment than the oil itself. It's a mess and it's going to take a long, long time to recover–some say it won't happen in our lifetime. Estimates of the amount of oil leaked range from 92 million to 327 million gallons, depending upon the source you choose to believe. At either end of the spectrum, it's a lot. So what can we do to help, way up here in Michigan? First, we have to make sure we don't forget about what happened. As Americans, we sometimes become desensitized to events because of the constant reporting taking place. We know even talking about this issue now is going to cause some eyes to glaze over. But we can't let that happen with this oil spill. Second, we have to find ways to get involved in long-term solutions. There are potentially serious health issues looming, for both people and wildlife. Preventing future disasters like this is key. For us, that would involve being more environmentally friendly to help to reduce our dependence on oil and supporting legislation that requires stronger safeguards and oversight. Finally, find ways to support the devastated economy and relief efforts of that region. We're not suggesting everyone should hop on a plane and vacation in the Gulf (there are some good deals right now), but we can find ways to support programs that target that region. Want to know about some? One resource we found was the Florida Philanthropic Network. They have a good list of organizations on their website: FPNetwork.org/oilspill. Check it out, and if you can, support the recovery in some way. Our kid's health issue this month is full of ways to help keep children healthy and vibrant. We hope you find it enjoyable and informative. There's lots to read about. And don't forget pick up the inaugural issue of our new Natural Awakenings Healthy Pet magazine this month. It will be distributed by the first of August and should be easy to find. We had a great time putting this first issue together and we're excited about providing news, information and events to help support our animal friends. We hope you enjoy it too. You can read more about it in our Natural Pet section this month. Thank you again for reading Natural Awakenings. Until next month, stay happy and healthy...naturally!

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newsbriefs Certiﬁed Professional Coach Focuses on Natural Parenting

ichelle Mersy, certified professional life coach, proudly announces the new name of her coaching practice: NaturalParenting.biz. "Natural Parenting’s philosophy," says Michelle, "is that, in our society we are taught to cut ourselves off from the sensuality of life. Learning this begins in childhood. It is painful to go through life cut off from this essential aspect of the self. Natural parents want a different life, a natural life—an expansive, sexy life." "But," she says, "natural parenting is sexy, because sexiness ultimately isn't about your hair, your clothes, or the shape of your body. It is about how you feel in your skin and tuning into the sensual, expansive and abundant energy of this life experience. And that includes parenting.” Natural parents want to model abundant living for their kids, as well. Mersy aims to help parents build partnerships with their children, to create an ease and flow that reduces parent-child tension and unwanted behaviors naturally. Children of Mersy’s clients are often calmer, happier and better-behaved when they have happier—and sexier—natural parents. Mersy’s services include coaching via phone or in person with very flexible scheduling and pricing options for busy parents. She also offers optional distance Reiki energy healing sessions (a $100 per session value) free of charge with some of her coaching packages. 10% of all fees are donated directly to CoachingKids.org or the client’s preferred charity. Visit NaturalParenting.biz, call Michelle Mersy at 989-397-8386 or email michelle.mlist@gmail.com to learn more about her services or schedule a free 30-minute consultation. See ad page 7.

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Visit New North Oakland Farmer's Markets Open to New Vendors

orth Oakland County has three farmers’ markets open throughout the season bringing locally grown and made products to shoppers throughout the week. All markets are open from 2 to 8 p.m. Orion Farmers’ Market at Canterbury is held Tuesdays in Canterbury Village on Joslyn Road behind the Christmas store in the beautiful little village buildings by the carousel and the Clansman Pub. Concerts play at the Township Hall across the street. The website for details is: OrionFarmersMarket.com. Lake Orion Farmers’ Market takes place every Wednesday at S. Anderson Street, two blocks South of Flint Street and one block east of Broadway near Children’s Park and the Orion Art Center. The Market also is accessible by the newly renovated Paint Creek bridge. Concerts are played in the gazebo nearby. Lake Orion Market is generously supported by Crittenton Hospital. Visit LakeOrionFarmersMarket.com for information. On Thursdays, visit the Oxford Farmer’s Market downtown behind the historical museum on the northwest corner of Burdick (and M-24) and accessible by car, bike or walking. Oxford is supported by Don Sherman, State Farm Insurance and Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital. Visit the downtown shops and listen to concerts at the Gazebo on M-24. For details, visit their website at: OxfordFarmersMarket.org. All markets are still accepting vendors. Contact Kathy or Michael Wieland at WielandProductions@gmail.com or 248-693-7067.

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newsbriefs Mid-Michigan Physical Therapy Facility Brings New, Agressive Approach to Rehab

evel Eleven Physical Therapy, located just off I-75 (exit 106) in Holly, offers new, aggressive appoaches to rehabilitation by using the most promising interventions available for neurological, orthopedic, physical, occupational and speech therapies. Level Eleven was founded by Brian Sheridan, former program supervisor at the Detroit Medical Center's Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan and founder of Michigan Sports Unlimited, a volunteer organization offering a variety of sports clinics for people with disabilities. Brian, who played football and basketball in high school, suffered a debilitating spinal cord injury himself in 1993. His goal now is to help others who suffer injuries get their lives back. "Our therapeutic technology and treatment techniques," says Rick Andrus, Director of Patient Services, Marketing and Operations, "are modeled after emerging research by leaders in the field." Treatments offered by Level Eleven at their 2,600 square foot facility include whole body vibration therapy, orthopedic therapy, activity-based restorative therapies, coordination dynamic therapy, agressive gait training and crawling, Motomed & FES cycling, EasyStand Evolve Glider, Total Gym Trainer, Second-Step Gait Harness and more. "In addition to our innovative treatment modalities," adds Rick, "we have a unique clinical setting unlike any other patients have experienced. By creating an energetic atmosphere using an array of colors, sounds and design, we provide a motivating environment, coupled with a constant variation of tasks and activities, that promotes accellerated progress."

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opcorn is one of the add-ons that rarely fails to make watching a movie more fun, but the modern way of preparing this popular snack may harbor an unhappy secret. Research by the U.S. government now reports that microwave popcorn may contain chemicals that can cause health problems. At issue is that commercial popcorn companies often coat their microwave popcorn bags with a chemical called perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) which has been found to cause both cancer and lung disease in laboratory animals. Making matters worse, the butter substitute that generally accompanies microwavable popcorn contains a chemical called diacetyl, a common food-flavoring agent that, according to health scientists, is responsible for bronchiolitis obliterans, a serious, debilitating lung disease. For an easy and fun healthy alternative, nutritionists suggest that we pop our own popcorn. All that’s needed is a large, high pot, about four tablespoons of peanut or canola oil and a small handful of organic popcorn kernels. When the kernels start popping, shake the pot to let the steam escape and to let the unpopped kernels fall to the bottom. As soon as the popping slows down, remove the pot from the stove, pour the popcorn into a bowl, season with a small amount of real butter or olive oil and natural salt or brewer’s yeast to taste, et voilà, happy eating. Source: AssociatedContent.com

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Veggies Help Protect Babies from Diabetes

WHY BROWN RICE IS BETTER Rice is generally thought to be part of a healthy diet because it’s a good source of ﬁber, but not all rice is equally nutritious. Brown rice might have an advantage over white rice by offering protection from high blood pressure and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), say researchers at the Cardiovascular Research Center and department of physiology at Temple University School of Medicine, in Philadelphia. The secret lies in the layer between the white center of the grain and the brown ﬁbrous outer layer, which is milled away to produce white rice; it contains a component that works against angiotensin II, a known culprit in development of these health problems.

recent study from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, in Sweden, reveals that expectant mothers who eat vegetables every day give birth to children who are much less likely to develop Type 1 diabetes. Analysis of blood samples from almost 6,000 5-year-olds showed that children at risk of developing diabetes 1 have antibodies that attack insulin-producing cells, a risk marker that was up to twice as common in children whose mothers rarely ate vegetables during pregnancy. The university says this is the first study to show a direct link between vegetable intake during pregnancy and the risk of children then getting this disease.

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Sunscreens Still Fall Short on Safety The nonprofit Environmental Working Group has reported some success in its campaign to improve sunscreens. As of last year, 70 percent of sunscreens contained strong UVA filters, compared with 29 percent the year before, and 19 percent fewer sunscreens contained oxybenzone, which government data has linked to hormone disruption. Still, EWG scientists can recommend only 39 of 500 beach and sport sunscreens on the market this summer. That’s just 8 percent that earn a green light both for protecting skin against sun damage and excluding hazardous chemicals in favor of UV-blocking minerals, with zinc a better choice than titanium. A new problem is that one in six sunscreens promotes exaggerated SPF claims of greater than 50, which may give a false sense of protection and encourage overexposure to direct sunlight. Another is the presence of a vitamin A compound named retinyl palmitate, found in 41 percent of sunscreens and linked to skin tumors and lesions in government research. “Many sunscreens available in the United States may be the equivalent of modern-day snake oil,” concludes Jane Houlihan, EWG’s senior vice president for research. EWG continues to recommend that people resort to hats, clothing and shade for primary protection from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Look up ratings for sunscreens, moisturizers and lip balms at ewg. org/2010sunscreen.

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Summer is the best time to enjoy freshly harvested lettuces, peas, avocados, berries and greens, all good sources of the B vitamins B-6 and folate. Associated benefits include lowered risk of death from stroke and heart disease in women and possible reduced risk of heart failure in men, according to Japanese research reported in Stroke, a journal of the American Heart Association.

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oung people who listen to personal music players for several hours a day at high volume could be putting their hearing at risk, warns a study published online in the British Medical Journal. Researchers found that devices such as MP3 players can generate levels of sound directed at the ear in excess of 120 decibels, similar in intensity to a jet engine, especially when used with earphones inserted into the ear canal. Use of music devices has grown faster than health experts’ ability to assess potential health consequences such as long-term hearing loss, as well as their interference with concentration and performance, especially when driving. Such findings point out that today’s ubiquitous acceptance of technology in our lives must be accompanied by vigorous efforts to understand its impacts on our health and well-being, especially among youth.

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Families who want kids to grow up thinner and smarter do well to keep them away from the television as toddlers. In a new study published in Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Linda S. Pagani, a professor at the Université de Montréal and researcher at the Sainte-Justine University Hospital Research Center, concluded: “We found every additional hour of TV exposure among toddlers corresponded to a future decrease in classroom engagement and success at math, increased victimization by classmates, a more sedentary lifestyle, higher consumption of junk food and ultimately, a higher body mass index.”

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arious factors may cause a child’s sleeplessness, so before reaching for conventional drugs and sleep medications, parents may want to first consider changing a child’s bedtime routine. For example, try turning off the television and computer a couple of hours before bedtime to avoid overstimulation. It also helps to keep the child’s bedroom as calm and stress-free as possible; aromatherapy-scented pillows, soaps and lotions that work best include lavender, sage and chamomile. Homeopathic remedies are another option; practitioners advise that such gentler medications are usually well tolerated by children. Choices include Kali phosphoricum for overstimulation, Magnesium phosphoricum to calm a child and to relieve colic, and Passiflora incarnata for a child who is too tired to go to sleep. Another natural sleep aid is drinking an herbal tea made from chamomile, passion flower and valerian an hour before bedtime. Before implementing any herbal remedy for a good night’s sleep, parents should consult a certified herbalist to ensure they are administering it correctly for the child’s age and weight. Sources: EduBook.com, eHow.com, HerbalRemediesInfo.com

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Gulf Aid

Text-Message Giving Helps Rescue Oil-Soaked Wildlife In a recent Cone marketing agency survey, 19 percent of Americans said that they would rather text a donation to a nonprofit than make a donation in any other way, and the method is particularly popular among youth. It’s a fundraising tool now on the radar of every major U.S. charity, according to Christian Zimmern, co-founder of the nonprofit Mobile Giving Foundation (MGF). Zimmern notes that “we have 260 million cell phones in the United States,” while The New York Times reports that almost 90 percent of U.S. households now have a cell phone. He points out that this means that givers need not be a member of any online pay system, nor use a credit card; “You just need your phone.” MGF first qualifies charities, then facilitates a coordinated link with telecommunications carriers. The latest pressing cause to benefit from text-message giving are rescue operations for 400 species of wildlife from the life-threatening effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Birds, fish, reptiles and marine mammals urgently need help. The National Wildlife Federation (nwf.org) is asking cell phone users to text “Wildlife” to 20222 to donate $10 to try to save the animals. Source: The Christian Science Monitor. Details at NWF.org/Oil-Spill/Ways-toHelp/Mobile-Giving.aspx.

Teachers’ Aid

Good Samaritans Boost the Quality of Classroom Teaching Despite billions of federal stimulus dollars allocated for qualifying schools this year, tens of thousands of teachers are flocking to online charities like AdoptAClassroom.org, DonorsChoose. com, ILoveSchools.com and SupportYourTeacher.org for help in securing essential classroom tools and supplies. Needed items range widely, from books and calculators to paper, pencils and microscope slides. In many districts, school budgets cannot cover the cost of all the classroom supplies needed, so a teacher will pay several hundred dollars a year from his or her own pocket to keep the classroom equipped. Given today’s pay freezes, job insecurity and school program cuts, individual donors are stepping up to widen the circle of support and fill a local teacher’s specified wish list, reports Judy McClellan, spokesperson for another teacher help site, GoldStarRegistry.com. Donations of extra office equipment and household art materials are also welcome.

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t is no secret that as we age, our bodies go through several age-related changes. Our hair thins and/or grays, our metabolism slows, we get wrinkles, our memory dulls, and women’s bodies feel like blast furnaces in mid-February. These and other problems may be directly attributable to one thing: hormones. Hormones are responsible for maintaining several bodily processes, and when those hormones are out of balance, the resulting symptoms can be disastrous on our daily lives. For those women out there who experience hot flashes, mood swings, headaches, decreased libido, depression, difficulty losing weight, bone density loss, and insomnia, there may be an answer to your prayers – it’s called bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). BHRT is endorsed by several medical and community organizations, including the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and the Citizens for Health. Bio-identical hormones are plantderived hormones that have the exact same molecular structure as those hormones made in the human body. Doctors who specialize in anti-aging and regenerative medicine have been using BHRT to dramatically improve the daily lives of woman all over the world for the past 20 years. BHRT is much safer than conventional synthetic hormone replacement drugs like PremPro and Premarin, which have been linked to increased risk of stroke, breast cancer, heart disease, and circula-

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tory disease. Because BHRT is such a powerful therapeutic agent in combating and treating the symptoms of menopause and hormone imbalances, BHRT should be administered by physicians who specialize in anti-aging or functional medicine. These physicians employ specific types of laboratory testing essential to the safe and scientific application of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. If you are one of the millions of women who suffer from the uncomfortable and often painful symptoms of menopause, or have endured repeated failed attempts to treat various symptoms like headaches, irritability, pre-menstrual back pain, thinning hair, and chronic fatigue, help is available in the Genesee/ Northern Oakland and Macomb counties. Megan Strauchman, DO, is the medical director of the Natural Wellness & Pain Relief Centers of Michigan, with convenient locations in Grand Blanc and New Baltimore. She is expertly trained in the use of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, and has been successfully using it for hundreds of woman in southeast Michigan. For free information on the Natural Wellness & Pain Relief Centers of Michigan, Dr. Strauchman, and BHRT, please call 810-694-3576. Our friendly staff will assist in getting you this important, life-changing information.

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Time for play in most public kindergartens has dwindled to the vanishing point, replaced by lengthy lessons and standardized testing, according to three recent studies released by the nonprofit Alliance for Childhood. This group of advocates for children reports that classic play materials have largely disappeared from the 268 full-day conventional classrooms studied. Authors of the research hail from the University of California, Los Angeles, Long Island University and Sarah Lawrence College, in New York. In sounding the warning about the potential intellectual, social and physical repercussions of this widespread educational policy on childhood development, they also point to the academic success associated with play-based schooling in other countries. Students in China and Japan, often heralded for their aptitudes in science, technology, engineering and math, enjoy a playbased experiential approach to school until second grade. Children in Finland, who don’t begin formal schooling until age 6, consistently achieve the highest score on international exams. For more information visit AllianceForChildhood.org.

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Smacking Good Snacks NATURALLY HEALTHY CHOICES KIDS CRAVE by Judith Fertig

dults may think in terms of three meals a day, but kids are natural grazers, enjoying small portions of lots of different foods throughout the day. So it makes sense for parents to expand the notion of snack time and to have healthy foods ready when hunger strikes at a moment’s notice. If kids can understand that a snack simply means a smaller portion of a good-for-us food instead of a processed item with empty calories, the rest is easy. More, when kids can help prepare the snack and are more invested in the process, they’re also more likely to eat it, advises Marina Ganter, a former re-

searcher with Bon Appétit and Gourmet and the mother of daughters Zoe and Charlotte, ages 9 and 7. The following ideas for premade, easy-to prepare snacks will curb hunger and deliciously nourish children. It’s easy to keep several options on hand and form good eating habits early. Naturally Sweet ~ “One way for your kids to enjoy healthy snacks is to get them started on naturally sweet foods,” says Christine Steendahl, of KidApprovedMeals.com and DineWithoutWhine.com, which sell menus and shopping lists to parents looking for guidance in meal preparation. “Since most kids crave sweets… naturally sweet foods such as fruits are perfect.” Real bananas, oranges, apples, cherries, strawberries and other fruits are popular with most kids. She suggests, “You can mix in yogurt or even make a fruit smoothie with some milk and a drop of chocolate or other natural flavors.” Or cut a firm, ripe banana (a good source of potassium) in half horizontally and insert a frozen treat stick in the cut end. Then, roll or brush the banana in antioxidant-rich, melted chocolate chips. Kids like these fresh or frozen; if frozen, let the chocolatecoated bananas cool, then wrap and freeze them for up to a month. Frozen Yogurt ~ Jessica Seinfeld, author of Deceptively Delicious (DeceptivelyDelicious.com), is the mother of Sascha, 9, Julian, 7, and Shepherd, 4, and the wife of comedian Jerry Seinfeld. She makes frozen

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yogurt “lollies” (frozen lollipops) by puréeing a 16-ounce carton of plain yogurt with two or more cups of fresh or frozen berries in a blender or food processor. She then pours the mixture into frozen treat molds. “Your kids think they’re just getting a treat,” she smiles, “but these lollies are a great low-calorie, low-fat alternative to highfat ice cream.” Little Plates ~ Ganter celebrates her family’s French/Greek heritage with mezedes, or “meze”—little plates of lots of things—which her daughters adore. “These vary constantly at our house,” she notes, “depending on what’s fresh

at the market and what’s in my fridge. The great thing about small plates is that children are free to take as much or as little as they want and can sample several things at once.” The variety might include hummus, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, pita bread, Kalamata olives and steamed spinach, flavored with garlic and olive oil. From the Garden ~ When children pick their own foods from a garden, they are more likely to eat the resulting dish, especially fresh vegetables. Tatjana Alvegard, a photographer and blogger, has discovered that her daughters, Nikita, 8, and Kaya, 3, know that a snack is as close as their own backyard. They love helping Mom make an easy basil pesto to herb just-picked tomatoes, sandwiches, pasta and gardenfresh veggie dips. Nuts and Dry Cereals ~ “One thing to recognize about children is that if they try enough types of natural and healthy snacks, they will find one that they enjoy,” remarks Steendahl. “The problem is that many times, parents give up trying to find the snacks that their kids like and settle for popular junk foods instead.” She stresses the importance of teaching kids which snacks to eat and which to avoid early in life, so that they can sidestep obesity problems as they grow. Nuts and dry cereals, for example, are choice alternatives to chips and other junk foods. According to California-based pediatrician and author William Sears, who markets his own line of healthy kids snacks called Lunchbox Essentials (DrSearsHealthyKids.com), parents should read labels to tell which manufactured products contain hydrogenated oils, artificial colors, preservatives and high-fructose corn syrup—all of which are best avoided. Rather, give family members snacks that provide both fiber and protein, which create a feeling of fullness and taste good, as well. Judith Fertig is a freelance food writer in Overland Park, KS; for more info. visit AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

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illions of new parents in the 1960s thought they had found the answer to their prayers in the mess-free convenience of disposable diapers. Sales of Pampers, Huggies and other brands continued to soar during the following decades. Sadly, so did a host of related problems: tons of soiled plastic diapers that could potentially contaminate groundwater packed the nation’s landfills; infant health concerns surfaced, including rashes, allergies and new respiratory and immune system worries; and delayed toilet training became an issue. In more recent years, a growing number of parents have determined that the greenest, healthiest and most economical way to cover baby’s bottom is with cloth, and new products are truly innovative.

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Not Your Nana’s Nappies Today’s “smart cloth” reusable diapers sport snaps, buttons and Velcro, rather than pins, and include a naturally absorbent liner (often made of organic cotton or hemp fleece) under the cover. Much preferred over the rubber overpants of older products, these leaner, greener nappies use water-resistant covers of merino wool, nylon or polyurethane laminate that don’t leak, sag or smell (admittedly, even the use of smaller amounts of manufactured fabrics still isn’t perfect). Some diapers combine the liner and cover into one washable unit. Cloth diapers cost more upfront than disposables—they range from $6 to $18 each—but offer long-term sav-

ings. According to the Sierra Club, most parents who opt for home laundering will spend a total of between $400 and $1,700 for diapers, laundry supplies, water and electricity to get baby from birth through toilet training; disposables can run up to $2,500. (Click on the Cloth Diaper Resources link at DiaperDecisions.com for a helpful cost comparison guide.) Organic cotton diapers, the ultimate green choice because they help reduce pesticide use, are also more expensive than conventional cotton diapers, which is why budget-minded parents often elect to buy gently used diapers. Conventional cotton is considered an environmentally wasteful crop to grow (though its effluents are far less hazardous than those from the plastic, pulp and paper industries), so green diapers are frequently made of hemp or bamboo, natural fabrics that feel soft against baby’s skin.

Best for Mother Earth and Baby Saving dollars is a key concern for most families, but caring parents’ need to both protect baby’s health and preserve the quality of the planet for their children are of equal importance. Yet, according to the National Geographic Society’s Green Guide, 95 percent of U.S. families still use disposables, which get sent to municipal landfills in the amount of 3.5 million tons per year. Along with the diapers goes the untreated sewage, creating potential health risks. In addition, dioxin, a toxic byproduct of pulp and paper bleaching

The greening of baby diapers has not yet translated to adult diapers, although longer-lasting brands available online cut down on the volume of trash (see Caring.com/articles/adult-

rash. If the diaper breaks open, though, the gel may end up on skin or in baby’s mouth, leading to skin or gastrointestinal irritation. Plus, because SAP allows diapers to retain lots of liquid while keeping baby’s bottom dry, the child may have a harder time recognizing when he or she is wet, and thus take longer to potty train than an infant wearing cloth.

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is to convert used adult diapers Newest Innovations into an alternative heating fuel. used in making most disposables, is a concern. More, disposables consume virgin pulp from an estimated 250,000 trees every year—also going straight from babies’ bottoms into landfills. The toxic stew smoldering underground isn’t the only uncomfortable problem—the Green Guide notes that aboveground, animal studies have linked emissions from disposable diapers’ fragrances and plastics with infant respiratory problems and symptoms of asthma. The biocide tributyltin, which can be absorbed through the skin and lead to immune system damage and disrupted hormone function, has been detected in disposables, and diapers are not routinely tested for the substance. Most disposable diapers also contain polyacrylate crystals, or super absorbent polymers (SAP), that absorb up to 800 times their weight in liquid, turning into gel when wet and keeping baby dry and protected from diaper

New hybrid diapers now feature cloth outer pants that are free of latex, chlorine and fragrance, and smaller, disposable inserts made of absorbent wood pulp and polyacrylate (still a potential concern). The inserts can absorb up to 100 times their weight in liquid. Because they don’t contain plastic, many can be composted, thrown in the trash or even flushed, although not in septic systems. Hybrids can be useful for traveling and are accepted at some day care centers that don’t have the resources to deal with cloth diapers. Companies that sell cloth diapers have reported sales increases of 25 to 50 percent over the past few years as eco-savvy parents convert from disposables. These new green moms and dads are determined to ensure an Earth- and baby-friendly “bottom” line. Barb Amrhein is an editor with Natural Awakenings.

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eing a locavore is fabulous if you live somewhere like California,” says Audra Wolfe, a co-founder of Canvolution and an expert food preservationist. “But if you live in the Northeast, unless you learn food preservation, you could be eating local turnips and kale all winter,” she notes with a chuckle. The mounting desire to eat locally grown food, know what’s in our food and reduce our carbon footprint, as well as shrinking household budgets, are contributing to what The New York Times recently cited as a renaissance in home food preservation. “In a time of high food prices, job losses and food safety scares, home canning is booming,” agrees June Taylor, a Berkeley, California, food preservationist. According to Jarden Home Brands, makers of Kerr and Ball brands of glass canning jars, sales of canning equipment were up 30 percent in 2009. The simplest methods for “putting by” food are freezing, refrigerator canning or multi-step water bath canning. Pressure canning, dehydrating and fermenting require special equipment (pressure cookers, dehydrators and large crocks), as well as more advanced knowledge. For most of us, a large pot and some pint-size glass canning jars with lids and metal sealing rings comprise the basic equipment we need to get started.

“The jars are like characters, with story lines that I remember.”

ing frozen and will also taste best when eaten within six months.

~ Eugenia Bone, author of Well-Preserved: Recipes and Techniques for Putting Up Small Batches of Seasonal Foods

Because most vegetables have low acid content, which can invite bacteria growth, canning them also involves pickling—adding a vinegary brine to increase the acid level. Refrigeratorpickled cucumbers, Swiss chard stems, green tomatoes, beets and green beans will keep for up to six months if kept covered in pickling brine in the refrigerator.

Freezing Freezing can be as easy as rinsing berries in very cold water, patting them dry, and then placing them on a baking sheet in the freezer until frozen solid. Such quickfrozen berries can then be placed in freezer storage containers and will keep for up to six months. Some foods, like vegetables, need to be blanched first—plunged into boiling water for a minute or two, then shocked in an ice water bath—then allowed to cool before being placed in freezer storage containers. Cooked sauces, salsas and chutneys can simply cool before be-

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Hot Water Bath Canning Traditional hot water bath canning creates a vacuum within the jar that works to preserve foods. Basically, the food is packed into clean, hot jars that are filled almost up to the top (the amount of headspace between the food and the lid is indicated in the recipe). Then, the filled and sealed jars are processed in a hot water bath for a specified amount of time. When they’re removed from the bath, the lids will pop into place as they cool to complete each jar’s vacuum seal. Food canned this way can be stored on kitchen shelves for up to one year, according to U.S. Depart-

ment of Agriculture guidelines. Today, with more cooks, gardeners and foods lovers collectively committed to the revival of the lost art of putting by food, the movement is picking up steam. Canvolution aficionados say that almost half of U.S. canners are now younger than 40. Judith Fertig is a freelance food writer in Overland Park, KS; for more information visit AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

Honeyed Applesauce Dark with spices, this applesauce is a frozen asset. Makes about 2 pint jars

1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1. In a large saucepan, combine the apples with 1/2 cup of the honey; cover and bring to a simmer. Cook until the apples are tender, about 20 minutes. 2. For chunky applesauce, just mash the apples in the saucepan. For a smoother sauce, press the apples through a conical sieve or a food mill placed over a bowl. Add enough of the remaining honey to sweeten to taste. Stir in the spices, salt and lemon juice. Enjoy justmade or freeze in pint jars for up to six months.

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Crisp and crunchy, these pickles depend on very fresh cucumbers. Makes 2 pint jars

1 cup sugar 1½ tsp natural salt 1 lb pickling or baby cucumbers; trim ends and quarter lengthwise 8 cloves garlic, peeled 2 tsp black peppercorns 2 seed heads fresh dill with some of the stalk 1. Combine the water, vinegar, sugar and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve. Let cool to room temperature. 2. Pack the cucumber spears in the jars. Divide the garlic and peppercorns between the jars. Stuff a large dill seed head into the center of each jar. Pour the cooled liquid over the mixture, making sure everything is completely covered with liquid. Seal the jars and refrigerate for 24 hours before using. Keep refrigerated; flavors will continue to develop over time.

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he Feldenkrais Method allows individuals to reconnect with their natural abilities to move, think and feel. Whether you want to improve the way you walk, the way you stand or the way you sit still, these gentle, tiny movements can improve your overall health and well-being. Osa Jackson, PhD, is a physical therapist and trainer of the Feldenkrais Method®. “It’s a somatic educational program that teaches you how to learn new functions in an efficient manner,” says Jackson. “We are updating the software of the mind by re-training the relationship that your mind has with your body and emotions to function most efficiently.” According to the Movement and Healing Center’s website in Clarkston, Michigan, the Feldenkrais Method was developed by Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, a physicist, engineer, martial artist, educator and researcher. It is a unique and revolutionary approach to the understanding of human learning, movement, and function. Its focus is on the practical development of one's own individual potential and ability by using two techniques: Awareness through Movement® and Functional Integration®. Awareness through Movement (ATM),has a teacher lead a group of people through verbally guided movement lessons, according to the Center’s website. “We are teaching individuals how to reclaim parts of their movement strategies. These are practical learning methods that open up a whole new world of actions and activities,” Jackson explains. Functional Integration (FI) is the other technique which involves an individualized, hands-on, mostly non-verbal, one-on-one learning process. “The method heals your sense of disorientation that comes with pain. It’s building confidence and creating a love for lifelong function.” Jackson was first certified in 1983 by Dr. Feldenkrais himself in Massachusetts. The Movement and Healing Center is the only place in Michigan where these trainings are held. The goal of the Center is to create skilled practitioners around the state in the Feldenkrais Method with a tailored program to each individual. “There can be a room of 30 people with 300 different goals who take the same exercises and apply them to their different goals,” says Jackson. “These are tangible, tiny movements in which you are training yourself and your mindfulness.” The next training begins in October, but there are 2 weekend sample trainings in September to allow individuals to experience what the method and program is all about. Here, a person is able to focus on two to three functions important to him or her. In focusing on these habits of how one does a certain function, for example, walking, they will be shown five to six movement explorations of walking differently and incorporating them over the course of the days. Each individual will also get the opportunity to experience a hands-on lesson with an instructor.

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Vitamin Rules of Thumb Real Labels Carefully ~ Choose a complete multivitamin especially formulated for children that contains 100 percent of the dietary reference intake (DRI) of folic acid and D, E, C and B vitamins. Also consider a separate supplement that provides essential minerals, such as magnesium, selenium and calcium, which are too bulky to fit into a multivitamin capsule. Go Natural ~ Avoid artificial flavors, preservatives and colors, especially dyes red 40 and yellow 6, which Lieberman reports have been linked to cancer in animal studies.

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ost kids are more likely to grab a French fry than a broccoli floret. Fortunately, a children’s-specific, high-quality multivitamin can help provide crucial, missing nutrients, as well as build an early shield against diabetes, heart disease and childhood cancers, according to the writings of Shari Lieberman, Ph.D., a clinical nutritionist often cited for her bestselling The Real Vitamin and Mineral Book. But do children need additional supplements, and how do parents know which ones to choose? The natural health experts we tapped pinpoint the nutrients kids need and what to look for on a label. CALCIUM With just 20-100 milligrams (mg) of calcium, most children’s multis don’t come close to packing in the required amount they need daily (800 mg for ages 4 to 8; 1,300 mg for kids over 9). If children don’t drink organic dairy or enriched soy milk, which contain 300 mg per cup, consider supplementing with two daily doses. IRON Many multis don’t contain iron because it can be harmful if taken in

high doses, but youngsters still need it. A child can get the recommended 10 mg by eating meat, spinach or fortified cereals, advises Marilyn Tanner, a registered and pediatric dietitian at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. She notes that menstruating girls, who need 15 mg daily, are a possible exception. FOLIC ACID Essential for growth and the production of red blood cells (as well as healthy gums, skin and hair), folic acid supports nervous system function and repairs DNA damaged by toxins. It also may help protect against leukemia and other types of cancer. A typical kids’ dose is 75-150 micrograms (mcg) daily. OMEGA 3 Fish oil is not a food that tykes typically go for, but buy a fruit-flavored product and your little one will gulp it down. Packed with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), Lieberman notes that the omega3s in fish oil help boost brain and eye development and decrease the risk of aggression, depression and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Read labels to ensure that the fish oil

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has been tested for mercury and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). PROBIOTICS Adults aren’t the only ones who need healthy gut flora—supplying children’s digestive system with probiotics (good bacteria) may boost their immunity by maintaining a healthy balance within the gastrointestinal tract, says Tara Skye Goldin, a naturopathic doctor in Boulder, Colorado. In a 2005 study, people who took daily probiotics supplements for at least three months experienced shorter and less severe colds. Chewable probiotics are now made specifically for kids. Aim for 5 to 10 billion live microorganisms daily, or serve Lactobacillus acidophilus-rich yogurt. VITAMIN A Although vitamin A aids immunity and healthy vision, taking too much can be toxic to the liver and can leave bones prone to fracture, advises Goldin. A safer option is beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A in the body, is water soluble and can be

August 2010

Scoliosis: Treating Patients, Not Just Spines

lmost 87% of children ages 3-10 who are diagnosed with scoliosis will undergo surgery to correct the scoliosis. Of these, 20 to 45% will require additional surgeries. Girls ages 10 to16 years of age are 8 to 10 times more likely to have their scoliosis get worse than boys the same age. The average adolescent scoliosis (above 30°) worsens by about 7° each passing year. Face it, these statistics are scary. Perhaps the scariest: the average scoliosis patient will suffer a 14-year reduction in their life expectancy. Surgery using long titanium rods called Harrington rods are used to straighten the spine. However, studies show that 22 years after scoliosis surgery, the spine curvature returns to its initial measurement. Worse yet, the rods often bend or break, requiring follow-up surgery to insert new rods. Once the rod is removed, corrosion (rust) is found in two out of every three. Parents do not typically choose scoliosis surgery because it is the best choice for their child, but rather they are told that it is the only choice. Here is perhaps the epitome of this devastating surgery: Paul Harrington, MD, inventor of the titanium rod, recently stood up at a conference of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, and stated, "If I knew 20 years ago what I know now, I would have never invented the rod for scoliosis surgery." In a separate statement, he claimed "metal does not cure the disease of sco-

liosis, which is a condition involving much more than the spinal column." There is another way. ARC3D is a non-surgical approach to scoliosis treatment. Early studies show that it is effective in reducing spinal curvature in a short period of time. This treatment procedure is available at the Natural Wellness & Pain Relief Center in Grand Blanc. This is the only clinic in Michigan certified to administer this treatment. However, this treatment is not for everyone. Prospective patients are first tested to see if they respond to the rehabilitative procedures used in ARC3D. Because every patient is different, treatment plans are individually tailored to the needs of each patient. ARC3D also works to improve other physiological problems associated with scoliosis. For example, lung and digestive function are frequently diminished in people with scoliosis. Therefore, in addition to working on the spine itself, patients are treated to improve these other problems, which are often more important than the spine curvature itself. If you or your child have been diagnosed with scoliosis, or if you're concerned about your child's posture, call Dr. Morningstar at 810-694-3576. He will provide a comprehensive examination to determine if ARC3D is right for you or your child. For more information on the ARC3D concepts, please visit NWPRC.com or Scoliosis3d.com

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excreted, unlike fat-soluble, preformed vitamin A (palmitate or retinol palmitate). Pick a kids’ multi with vitamin A obtained solely through 2,100 IU beta-carotene. VITAMIN C During cold and flu season, increase children’s daily vitamin C intake to at least 1 gram, counsels Lieberman. Or add a gentle blend of herbs, such as echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) and astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus), an Asian root commonly used as a tonic in traditional Chinese medicine. VITAMIN D Growing bones need vitamin D, which is found in fortified milk and can be gained through sun exposure—part of why outdoor playtime is important. For families who live in a cloudy climate, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that kids take a daily supplement of 800-1,000 IU of vitamin D. Carlotta Mast is editor of the Nutrition Business Journal.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4 Thyroid Discussion - 6:30pm. Do you feel that you have thyroid issues but were told that you don't? Let Dr. Megan Strauchman explain how your thyroid could be an issue...even though you have been told that it wasn't! Natural therapies, alternative testing and an explanation of common testing will be discussed. FREE! 10683 S. Saginaw St. Ste B, GRAND BLANC. Please call to sign up: seating is limited. 810-694-3576. See ad page 12. Melatonin & You - 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn about the importance of Melatonin in your body. Did you know that as we age the melatonin levels decrease greatly? Learn why this happens & how much it makes a difference in our being productive and healthy. FREE. Genesee Gardens, 4495 Calkins Road, FLINT TOWNSHIP. Sherrill Natzke 810235-7995. See ad page 7. College Nutrition 101: Eating & Fitness 7-8:30pm. Fuel your body, prevent weight gain. $15/student, parents free if accompanied by a student. Nuview Nutrition, 5 1/2 Main Street, CLARKSTON. Cindy Crandell R.N., C.N. 248766-2210. See ad page 25.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7 Fresh Water Forever Event & Paddle - Midmorning. At the Flushing Township Nature Park (FTNP). The paddle is from downtown FLUSHING to the Flushing Township Nature Park Fun and engaging for all ages. Leashed dogs welcome. $10 cost includes MTA-Your Ride Shuttle and ACA insurance. FTNP, 8301 N. McKinley Road. Info: Heather Griffin 810-639-6161 or for paddling Sue Lossing 810-767-9491. Butterflies for Kids - 1pm. Discover how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly. Bring a white or light-colored T-shirt to print a butterfly lifecycle. Learn how many types of butterflies there are in the park and take a short hike in search of butterflies in the prairie and wildflowers. $3/child plus vehicle entry. Preregister/prepay. Indian Springs Metropark Nature Center near WHITE LAKE. Info: 248625-7280. Apple Gel Candle - 2-4pm. Customize your own fragrant candle to take home or use as a gift. $10/person plus vehicle permit. Preregister required. Kensington Metropark Farm Center near MILFORD/BRIGHTON. Info: 800-477-3178.

Watercolor by the Water: Linden Millpond 2-5pm. Join Art Teacher and Sierra Club member Sue Lossing for painting fun! For both the inexperienced and experienced painters. A fun way to relax and enjoy the beauty of our parks. Meet at Pavilion down the hill from the VFW parking lot and across the river from the LINDEN Mill. Info: Sue Lossing 810-735-6303.

MONDAY, AUGUST 9 Pharmacist Talk Day & Vitamin D Session Noon-3pm. A pharmacist from FAMILY Pharmacy will be available to answer questions about medications. Feel free to bring them with you, along with any vitamins and/or supplements you may be taking. There will also be a session on the importance of VITAMIN D3. RSVP to the senior center 810-658-1566. FREE. Davison Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer Road, DAVISON. Sherrill Natzke 810-252-3975. See ad page 7. Discover Top 10 Healthy Eating Tips - 7-8:30pm. Conquer "portion distortion." $15/student, parents free if accompanied by a student. Nuview Nutrition, 5 1/2 Main Street, CLARKSTON. Cindy Crandell R.N., C.N. 248-766-2210. See ad page 25.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 10 Cancer & Prevention - 5-6pm. Guest Speaker: Roberta Hardy & Sherrill Natzke. Hosted by FAMILY Pharmacy & Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Meets 2nd Tuesday monthly. Different topics will be addressed each month throughout the year that will benefit both cancer patients and those wanting to learn about prevention and overall better health. FREE & open to all ages. Door Prizes for everyone who attends! RSVP to 810-658-1566. FREE. Davison Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer Road, DAVISON. Info: Sherrill Natzke 810-252-3975. See ad page 7.

markyourcalendar MONDAY, AUGUST 9 & WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Open House, Sweat Lodge - 7pm, Introduction to Red Lodge, a yearlong shamanic training program. Explore ancient wisdom and earth-based knowledge. Authentic Living Center, Troy. Info: Debbie 248-414-5376, email: FTLodge@aol or visit the website at: FloweringTreeLodge.net. See ad page 9.

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Scoliosis--why surgery should be your last choice? - 6:30pm. Back by popular demand, Dr. Morningstar will be discussing his current therapies for those that suffer from this crippling problem. Dr. Morningstar was instrumental in developing the guidelines for the North American Scoliosis Initiative. FREE, but seating is limited. 10683 S. Saginaw St. Suite B GRAND BLANC. Call to sign up. 810-694-3576. See ad page 22. Sierra Club Board Meeting & Program - 6pm board meeting. 7pm program. Join us in learning more about the environment. Informative Program & General Membership meeting. Free & open to the public. Mott Community College: Genesee Rm./ Prahl College Center. 1401 E. Court Street, FLINT. Info: Board meeting - Mike Haley 810-686-6354; program - Bob Simpson 810-230-0704.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 13 Artwalk: Buckham Gallery - 6:00pm. Meet other Sierra Club members at Buckham Gallery to enjoy a fun night enjoying art and the company of others. Buckham Gallery, 134 ½ W. Second Street, FLINT. Mike Haley 810-686-6354.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14 Flint Urban Hike - 10am. Start your morning at the FLINT Farmer's Market and join walkers for a nice urban walk through trails that connect to parks. Contact: Mike Haley 810-686-6354.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14 Tot Time: Butterflies - 1pm. Tots will have an opportunity to find out all about these beautiful insects, learn how a butterfly grows up and go outdoors to find local butterflies. $2/child plus vehicle entry. Preregister/prepay. Indian Springs Metropark Nature Center near WHITE LAKE. 248-625-7280. An Outdoor Edibles Adventure - 1pm. Enjoy your summer wildflowers and eat them, too. Try a dish or two prepared from Michigan’s wild edibles and then learn to identify them out in the field. Ages 8 and up. $3/person plus vehicle entry. Preregister required. Indian Springs Metropark Environmental Discovery Center near WHITE LAKE. Info: 248-625-6640.

MONDAY, AUGUST 16 Girls Yoga Camp - 1-3pm. Thru Aug 18. Choose

one or all. Girls aged 8-12 practice yoga and have fun with crafts and activities. $14 per day. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 17 Healing Herbal Teas - 6pm. Gentle remedies to relieve common ailments from allergies to stomach aches using herbs and plants right from your garden and yard. Samples & handout included, we will be walking the property. Must register ahead. $10. Hilltop Barn, COLUMBIAVILLE. 810-793-2401. Vitamin D & YOU - Noon-1pm. Sherrill Ntzke speaks about the importance of Vitamin D3 and how it works in your body to prevent disease and boost your immune system. All ages welcome. FREE. Includes many giveaways. Sponsored by FAMILY Pharmcy. Eastside Senior Center, 3065 N. Genesee Road, FLINT. Info: Sherrill Natzke 810-252-3975. See ad page 7.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18 What's all of the hype about Bio-identical Hormones? - 6:30pm. Dr. Megan Strauchman will be discussing the basics of Bio-identical hormone therapy. This naturally based therapy can eliminate hot flashes, help you to sleep better, and give you your libido back! FREE, but seating is limited. 10683 S. Saginaw St. Suite B, GRAND BLANC. Register: 810-694-3576. See ad page 12. Cancer & Prevention - 4-5:30pm. Guest speakers Roberta Hardy & Sherrill Natzke teach a variety of topics of health & wellness. Sponsored by FAMILY Pharmacy & Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Door Prizes & many giveaways. One-on-one's available after class. FREE to attend & open to ALL

ages. Grand Blanc Senior Center, 12632 Pagels Drive, GRAND BLANC. Info: Sherrill Natzke 810-347-9469. See ad page 7. Richfield Park River Walk & Picnic - 10am. (call to verify date) Join us at Pavilion #4 for a nice walk through Richfield Park on nicely maintained trails of grass, dirt, old stone-inlaid steps and a unique old bridge. You will be able to notice the areas of CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) efforts. Bring lunch for a cook out. Bike riding ok. Park entrance is at 6550 N. Irish Road, DAVISON (about 6 miles North of I-69). Info: Sue Lossing 810-767-9491.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 Cancer & Prevention - 6:30-7:30pm. Guest speakers Roberta Hardy & Sherrill Natzke talk about the body and how the immune system reacts everyday. Find out what can you do to help your immune system. Sponsored by FAMILY Pharmacy & Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Open to All ages & FREE to attend. Door prizes & giveaways. RSVP: 810-635-4122. Swartz Creek Senior Center, 8095 Civic Drive, SWARTZ CREEK. Info: Sherrill Natzke 810-347-9469. See ad page 7.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 21 Butterfly and Hummingbird Gardening - 1pm. Discover how to plan an all-you-can-eat restaurant to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to your backyard. Ages 10 and up. $2/person plus vehicle permit. Preregister required. Kensington Metropark Nature Center near MILFORD/BRIGHTON. Info: 800-477-3178. Composting with Worms - 1pm. Let worms eat your garbage! Each family will learn the basics

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 Dowsing and Pendulum Basics - 6-8pm. Learn to use a pendulum and dowsing rod to clarify knowledge and seek information on a question or concern. $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. Info: 810-667-6546.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 29 Westwind Farm’s 2010 Summer Farm Tour - 1-4pm. Learn about organic agriculture, from farming grains to gardening. In the barnyard kids can pick eggs from the chicken coop. Visit with the horses and cows, and take a wagon ride through the farm, before going through our little forest, to stop, listen, seek out, and find some of the tiniest inhabitants in our woods. We then proceed on to the Great Oak for lunch. Brown bag lunch day. $10 adults, $5 children under 12, children under 3 free. LINDEN. Info: 810-735-9192. See ad page 11.

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Creating A World That Works For All - 10am. Celebration of Spirit: music, laughter, meditation, inspiration, community. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, CLARKSTON. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. Spiritual Gathering - 11am. The Center of Light Spirituality Center. All welcome. Relaxed, retreat type setting, interesting topics, loving experiences, meditation, healing, 5898 Baldwin Rd, OXFORD. 248-236-0432. See ad below.

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Yoga On Demand - 9am-noon. Monday morning Yoga Practice. Let us know what time between 9-12, commit, and we'll provide a teacher. Donation. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270. Simply Yoga - 9:30-10:45am. w/Barb Heuerman.An exploration of the body & mind using a combination of postures with emphasis on deep breathing, while aligning the body with strength, as well as softness. Suitable for all levels. $15. 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, CLARKSTON. 248-770-5388. Basic Yoga with Noreen Daly - 5:45pm. Also Wed. Strengthen our bodies, calm our minds and open our hearts. Beginning and intermediate asanas (postures). Bring mat (a few loaners are available) or towel. $7/session. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, CLARKSTON. 248-625-5192. See ad below. Help Your Body Repair Itself! - 7pm-9pm. Heart disease, Stroke, High Cholesterol/Blood Pressure, digestive, Diabetes, ADHD, Autism, Alzheimer, Neuro Disorders, Skin Conditions. Take control of

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Core Power Yoga - 9:30-10:45am. A fun flowing vinyasa style class that focuses on breath, balance, alighnment,intensive Core strength and ultimately transformation. Increases metabolism, willpower and self-esteem. $8. Yoga in the Woods, 12380 Hegel Rd, GOODRICH. Maureen 810-636-7204. Believe-The ABC’s of TAI CHI with Tammy Cropp - 10am. Beginning to Intermediate. Experience healing, stress reduction, balance, and increased flexibility. $8/session. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, CLARKSTON. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad below. Orion Canterbury Village Farmers’ Market - 2-8ish pm. Reachable by the bicycle paths, or driving, up behind the Christmas store in the village buildings by the carousel and the Clansman Pub. Concerts available at the Township Hall across the street on Joslyn. Canterbury Village, 2369 Joslyn Ct, LAKE ORION. Still accepting vendors Michigan Grown, Made or Sold, Artisans and Authors needed. Info: Kathy & Michael Wieland 248-693-7067. Zumba® Fitness - 6-7pm. Beginning in Sept. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning dance fitness-party. $6 drop-in or class rates. Classes forming now. LAPEER. Info: Michelle 810-441-0237 or Janet 810-667-2101. See ad below. Simply Yoga - 6-7:15pmAn exploration of the body & mind using a combination of postures with the emphasis on deep breathing, while aligning the body with strength, as well as softness. All levels. First class free. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, CLARKSTON. Steve Guth 248-770-5388.

Creating Healthy Families - 6:30pm. Bradshaw on “The Family” videos. 7:30 support groups. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, CLARKSTON. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad below. How to Stay Young the First 100 Years - 7-8pm. With Dr. Dennis Benn. Alternative Health and Rehab Centre, 2284 S Ballenger Hwy Ste F, FLINT. RSVP 810-235-5181. See ad page 2.

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Strengthen & Lengthen - 9:15-10:15am. Develop long, lean muscles and burn fat in this hour long workout for the total body. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270. Simply Yoga - 9:30-10:45am. An exploration of the body & mind using a combination of postures with the emphasis on deep breathing, while aligning the body with strength, as well as softness. Suitable for all levels. $15 walkin. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, CLARKSTON. Una Hepburn 248-770-5388. Women on the Land - 10am-2pm. Every 3rd Wed thru 9/15. Deepen into our relationship with the earth through natural building, walking meditation, foraging. Three Roods Farm in COLUMBIAVILLE. $25/session, $20 prepaid. Info: Robin Mallor 810-793-2511. Absolutly Beginners Yoga - 10:30-11:45am. Yoga for healing comes from a really experienced and well trained teacher. Practice in a beautiful firelit, surround sound studio in the woods. $12. Yoga in the Woods, 12380 Hegel Rd, GOODRICH. Maureen 810-636-7204. Lake Orion Farmers’ Market - 2-8ish pm. The market in the heart of LAKE ORION offers the wonderful setting of the Orion Art Center, Paint Creek River and concerts at the Gazebo. Access from Meeks Park at the end of Paint Creek Trail.

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Still accepting vendors Michigan Grown, Made or Sold, Artisans, and Authors needed. Info: Kathy & Michael Wieland at 248-693-7067. After School Yoga - 3:15pm. Join a yoga instructor from Lake Orions’ Hamsa Yoga for an afternoon of easy, light yoga for children, parents and friends. $10. Upland Hills EAC, OXFORD. Info: 248-6931021. See ad page 20.

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Simply Yoga - 1-2:15pm. An exploration of the body & mind using a combination of postures with the emphasis on deep breathing, while aligning the body with strength, as well as softness. Suitable for all levels. First class free. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, CLARKSTON. Joan Price 248-770-5388. Oxford Farmers’ Market - 2-8pm. In downtown OXFORD right behind the Historical Museum on the northwest corner of Burdick & M-24. Accessible by car, bike or walking, concerts at the Gazebo on M-24, in a paved setting for easy walking. Still accepting vendors Michigan Grown, Made or Sold, Artisans, and Authors needed. Info: Kathy & Michael Wieland at 248-693-7067. YOGA for Men & Women - 6-7:30pm. Beginning & Intermediate Students. This class will work on discovering how movement and breath, working together, help open tight spots in the body. You may end up discovering some areas that haven’t moved in years. This class will help bring balance to the body. Available for all fitness levels. Bring your own mat or one provided. Taught by Chris Duncan, RYT 8 years Astanga Yoga. $12 drop in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 27 & 30. Alzheimer's Association Support Group - 6:308pm. 4th Thur. Open to the public, free of charge and are attended by families, caregivers, and friends of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia disorders. LAPEER Library- Marguerit D. Angeli Branch. FREE. Info: Amy DeNise 810732-8500. Health Seminars - 7-8pm. Different topics each week, with Dr. Dennis Benn. Call for weekly topics. FREE. Alternative Health and Rehab Centre, 2284 S Ballenger Hwy Ste F, FLINT. RSVP 810-235-5181. See ad page 2.

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Rise & Shine Yoga - 6-7:15am. Fairly vigorous class for people in normal health. Strengthen the body, awaken the mind. $15 walk-in or package discounts. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy., CLARKSTON. Barb Heuerman 248-770-5388. Hospice Volunteer Training – 5pm. Hospice Volunteers are required to complete 14 hours of training to become volunteers. FREE. McLaren Homecare Group; 1515 Cal Drive, DAVISON. Info: John Girdwood 810-496-8779. ®

Zumba Fitness - 6-7pm. Beginning in Sept. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning dance fitness-party. $6 drop-in or class rates. Classes forming now. LAPEER. Info: Michelle

810-441-0237 or Janet 810-667-2101. See ad page 27. Colon Hydrotherapy - 6-7pm.Wth Dr. Dennis Benn. FREE. Alternative Health and Rehab Centre, 2284 S Ballenger Hwy Ste F, FLINT. RSVP 810235-5181. See ad page 2. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 6-7:30pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. COMMERCE TWP. at Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Rd. Info: 866-914-3663. Essene Health Association Meetings - 7pm, second Friday, LINDEN. Raw foods, sprouting, detox, live blood cell info & general health info is provided. Cost: $5 association membership fee required. Info/ register: 810-735-2575. See Center for Holistic Studies ad, page 6. 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.

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for people in normal health. Strengthen the body, awaken the mind. $15 walk-in or package discounts. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy., CLARKSTON. Barb Heuerman 248-770-5388. Fitness Bootcamp - 11am-noon. Certified Personal Trainer, Tamra Little will take you through a challenging full body, cardio based workout with emphasis on body weight movements. All fitness levels. $10/session or package rates. Dolores’ School of Dance, 6041 Lennon Rd, SWARTZ CREEK. Tamra Little 810-965-1598. See ad page 30. Ashtanga - 11am-Noon. A balanced practice to detoxify and purify your body and mind. Experienced fun teachers. $12. Yoga in the Woods, 12380 Hegel Rd, GOODRICH. Maureen 810636-7204. Humor Therapy - 1-2pm. Develop your sense of humor. Connect with your inner child. Laugh away stress. Join us and get away from it all, for a while. $20. Michelle's, 48645 Van Dyke, SHELBY TWP. Michelle 313-942-5073.

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH & REHAB CENTRE, PLLC S. Ballenger Hwy, Flint • 810-235-5181 DR. BENN DC BA, 30 years in practice treating sports, family, chronic and non-responsive conditions. See ad page 2.

CAFÉ OF LIFE FENTON Dr. Erica Peabody, Chiropractor 114 W. Caroline St. Fenton 810-629-6023 Serving the exceptional Chiropractic experience. The Café of Life® is a unique concept. A place that thinks radically different about health and provides an environment to practice Vitalistic Chiropractic. Visit CafeOfLifeFenton.com.

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NATURAL/HOLISTIC HEALTH ALTERNATIVE HEALTH & REHAB CENTRE, PLLC 2284 S Ballenger Hwy, Ste F, Flint 810-235-5181 www.AHRC.us A diagnostic, treatment and research centre with a holistic, personal approach. Acupuncture, Chiropractic, sports rehab and exercise, massage, oxygen therapy, detox and more. See ad page 2.

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