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MORE HAPPINESS How To Transform The

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Conventional Therapies Diet and Exercise Play Key Roles

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his month our theme, introduced last November, is Simple Living. As we mentioned last year, we first thought this topic a bit too narrow to cover, thinking the resources available for articles would be few. How surprised we were, last year and again this year, when we found the opposite turned out to be true. We're pleased to bring you another Simple Living issue teeming with great articles.

When you think about it, simple living is really just another way of expressing the art of living sustainably. For some, it's a way of life were you consume only what you need to sustain yourself, which could include living off-grid (independent of conventional/traditional power sources). Ed Begly, Jr. and Daryl Hannah are two of the more well-known people who not only support, but live, this lifestyle. For others, it's finding ways to simplify one's life by scaling back on technology, relying less on "gadgets and devices" and more on the ability to create natural alternatives.

Whatever the individual motivation is: conservation, social justice, stress reduction, saving money or just quality-time with the family, we believe everyone could benefit in some way with a little "simple living" in their life.

In this issue, you'll find how to have "More Happiness with Less Stuff" and regain your authentic self, information on Cohousing and Ecovillages in an interview with Author and consultant Diana Leafe Christian, and "Overcoming Holiday Media Madness" in our HealthyKids section. There's much more, of course, and we hope you enjoy it all.

This is our first year as media sponsor for the Metro Detroit Pet Expo and the Novi Equestrian Expo, both of which are being held at the Rock Financial Showplace this month. You can find information in the advertising in this month's issue and on the back cover of the Fall issue of Natural Awakenings' Healthy Pet magazine. We hope to see you there!

Finally, as we mentioned in last month's issue, we are now in the pre-launch phase of the new Natural Awakenings Network. We invite everyone in our community that has products and services in the healthy living and sustainability categories to join us in making the launch of this program successful. We have a special introductory offer for businesses and practitioners who are among the first to join…FREE! Our goal is to provide another way for the community to connect with those who can provide healthy, sustainable solutions. You can find out more by reading the ad in this month's issue, by calling us directly at 248-628-0125, or by visiting our website: MHLAS.com. If you are a reader/consumer, watch for next month's announcement of how you can take advantage of this exciting new program.

So, until next month, enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday this month and stay happy and healthy…naturally!

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newsbriefs Hypnotherapy Addresses Core Issues

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ave you ever found yourself repeating the same negative patterns in relationships, self-sabotaging yourself in business, knowing how to be healthy but not doing what you want or need to do, or struggling to change an unproductive habit that you want to be free from? “ W h e n we find ourselves repeating patterns of behavior, asking ourselves, ‘Why do I keep doing that?,’ Jill Grenevitch it is often because we are seeking to heal core issues at a deeper level. It is our need for protection and a sense of closure that is often at the root of our repetitive behavior patterns,” says certified hypnotherapist Jill Grenevitch and owner of Breakthrough Empowerment Hypnotherapy.

Grenevitch offers Core Issue Cleansing to clients to improve their business success, make healthy relationship choices, boost self-esteem, ease anxiety, change outdated habits, and improve their sense of physical health and wellbeing. “This process works at an unconscious level, where all our habits, feelings and core beliefs about life and ourselves reside,” says Grenevitch. This program brings healing to core issues that create stumbling blocks to reaching our goals and having the quality of life we desire.”

Breakthrough Empowerment will also offer a Free Holiday Stress Relief Workshop on November 16. For more information, visit BreakthroughEmpowerment.com or call 810-606-8577. See Calendar listing page 24 and ad page 30.

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Scoliosis: Treating Patients, Not Just Spines

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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-

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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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newsbriefs Local Nonprofit Receives Matching Grant Award

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ACASA has been chosen as one of 21 southeast Michigan agencies selected by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan (cfsem.org) to receive the Community Foundation Challenge – Emergency Food & Shelter Grant. This unique grant opportunity, made possible by the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation (mmfisher.org), will provide a match of one dollar for every two dollars raised by LACASA. The grant period is one year and eligible donations must be made from before October 5, 2011.

In conjunction with this grant opportunity, LACASA is excited to launch its new fundraising campaign “Grant Match 2010: Partners for Good,” with a goal of $40,000. For every dollar raised, LACASA will receive 50 percent in matching funds from the Community Foundation Grant, equivalent to $20,000 in fundraising.

These extra funds will benefit LACASA’s overall operating budget to support current programming as well as assist in expanding services to a community desperately in need.

LACASA is a non-profit organization that believes the crimes of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse must be eliminated from our society. LACASA supports and shelters victimized adults and children, educates the community, and encourages positive action. LACASA1.org or 517-548-1350.

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urrent reports show that 8.45 billion gallons of bottled water were consumed last year - still a phenomenon in the beverage industry despite recent downturns. As our portable water consumption continues to stay steady, so is our use of plastic bottles. To meet the increasing demand for alternative and planet conscious packaging choices, Pave the Way Beverage Co and Tetra Pak have launched ENVO Water in sustainable packaging.

“Today's busy consumers are in need of another option for essential hydration they can grab and go without sacrificing convenience or taste,” says Pave the Way President Kelly Matz. “ENVO Water is committed to delivering a quality product that is healthy and environmentally responsible.”

Pave the Way Beverage Co., LLC is also committed to giving back to the community. ENVO Water has partnered with Forgotten Harvest to provide support by bringing awareness to their community and help raise essential funds. Forgotten Harvest is a local non-profit and sector of Feeding America with a mission to relieve hunger in Southeast Michigan.

For more information visit EnvoWater.com or call 800-470-9007.

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r. Megan Strauchman will hold a series of discussions the first three Wednesdays this month. On November 3, she will address problems and solutions associated with menopause and discuss the unbelievable effects of bio-identical hormones for fatigue, hot flashes and night sweats. On November 10, Dr. Strauchman will be discussing issues of hypo- Dr. Megan Strauchman thyroidism and why many people are going undiagnosed.

Finally, November 17, Strauchman will address “the dreaded holiday pounds” and the popular HCG diet.

All sessions are free and will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Natural Wellness and Pain Relief Center, 10683 S. Saginaw St., Ste B, in Grand Blanc. Seating is limited. For info or to reserve a seat call 810-694-3576 or visit NWPRC.com. See ad, pages 5 & 21.

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New Organic Store Opens in Oxford

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imple Organics opens its doors in Oxford this month just in time for the holidays. The store is located at 115 S. Washington and will carry personal care products, natural supplements and wellness products and an organic food cooperative.

“We have the highest standards when it comes to the products we choose to carry,” says co-owner Laura Farwell, "We believe in organic, whole food products that work." Farwell runs the store with husband Troy and co-owner John Lovasco.

Simple Organics food co-op will allow customers to purchase grocery items at a reduced cost. "No one wants to spend their whole paycheck on organic foods at the local markets. The co-op gives them great, reduced prices," states Farwell. A professional wellness practitioner will be on site daily to assist customers with product selection, says Farwell. “You will not get better service or better education at any other health store.”

correction On page 5 of the October 2010 issue of our magazine, we incorrectly captioned the photo of Dr. Teresa Cummings in the NewsBrief for Cummings Chiropractic.

The photo and caption, should read as shown below. We apologize for the confusion.

Cummings Chiropractic is located at 452 S. Main St., Lapeer. See ad page 17.

Simple Organics is located just south of downtown Oxford. Hours of operation will be Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information, call 248-236-0027 or visit Simple-Organics.net.

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AWAKENING CONSCIOUSNESS Natural Awakenings brings you insights for enlightened living in our special holiday edition.

xperts agree that a generally healthful lifestyle, including following a nutritious diet, works to ward off sniffles, stuffy noses and the aches of a cold, and may even help safeguard against influenza. But it’s best not to wait for the first symptoms of a cold or flu to manifest; instead, we can take ongoing preventive action by strengthening our immune system. Applying these 10 tips will naturally help keep away such bugs: Wash hands. The best way to get rid of everyday germs is to wash hands frequently and thoroughly. Plain soap is best.

Get enough rest. Sleep plays a crucial role in the body’s recovery and repair cycle; when people don’t get enough sleep, they compromise their defense systems.

Think clean. Clean surfaces frequently shared with others, such as stair rails, telephones, computer keyboards, countertops and door knobs, in order to avoid hand-to-hand spreading of viruses.

Freshen the air. Germs hang around in stagnant air. Make it a habit to open the windows for a few minutes several times a day to allow fresh air to circulate.

Think food first, rather than supplements. Eating healthy and naturally provides a whole nutritional package, comprising a combination of nutrients. Relying on supplements entails ingesting isolated vitamins and minerals that may pass through the body unabsorbed.

Use garlic when cooking. Garlic has antibacterial properties and helps detoxify the body.

Drink herbal teas. Teas containing Echinacea, astragalus and licorice root boost the immune system and help inhibit viral and bacterial growth.

Drink plenty of fluids. Even when it’s cold outside, it’s important to stay hydrated. Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks, which inhibit immune function.

No hands touching the face. Most cold and flu viruses enter the body through the eyes, nose or mouth.

Exercise with gusto. Aerobic exercise speeds up the heart and makes us breathe faster, supplying the body with more oxygen, which in turn, helps increase the body’s number of natural virus-killing cells.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

GET INvOLvED: November 15 is America Recycles Day Look for local events by zip code at AmericaRecyclesDay.org Take a holiday from the holidays on November 26, the day after Thanksgiving, an occasion that traditionally signals one of the biggest national shopping sprees of the year. Instead, celebrate Buy Nothing Day to turn away from mindless shopping and tune into life.

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Pocket Parks

Mini-Parks and Plazas Invite Passersby to Pause Awhile Space for urban parks is increasingly popping up in unexpected, underused and under-appreciated places. Planters, public art and benches are transforming traffic lanes, parking lots, barren asphalt areas and street parking into parklets and plazas, offering restful, green spaces. Such “shoehorn parks” also serve as inviting social spaces. The trend of such use of leftover space is sparking compelling discussion in Landscape Architecture.

There, Peter Harnik, author of Urban Green and director of The Trust for Public Land’s Center for City Park Excellence, shows communities how to take another look at re-conceptualizing schoolyards, abandoned railroad tracks, community gardens, buried streams, rooftops and cemeteries.

U.S. cities are on an upward trajectory within this trend, Harnik writes, whether they are in their first growth cycle or in the midst of a revival. Parks have played, and will continue to play, a significant role in supporting a city’s fortunes.

The key to success, he says, is to return to considerations that were forgotten or ignored in the din of suburbanization and sprawl: human scale, walkability, efficiency and respect for ecological principles.

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She’s seen firsthand how trust and community ties are strengthened by neighbors helping neighbors.

For those wary of letting just anyone borrow, for example, their sewing machine or pressure washer, the website suggests how users can create sharing groups, based on Facebook friends or email addresses, to collaborate within their already established community.

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LESS STUFF,

HOW TO TRANSFORM THE MODERN SHOPPING DILEMMA

by Judith Fertig

MORE HAPPINESS

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s winter holiday shopping inexorably nears its peak, the last weeks of the year are often the most frenetic. We’re bombarded with advertisements for gifts of all kinds, caught between doing good for the people we love and thinking that surely there’s a better way than trudging around like beasts of burden, crossing hazardous parking lots and navigating crowded malls in search of a satisfying end to the seasonal buying spree.

We wonder: Will the gifts we spend our time and money to buy really make anyone happy—or the world a better place?

What if we could reinvent shopping every day of the year? It turns out that it’s possible to simplify our shopping, while at the same time making it both meaningful and green, including purchasing gifts that will do the most good every time they are used.

On our way to realizing this ideal solution, it helps to understand the origins of the modern shopping dilemma.

To begin, we must ask ourselves why we respond to marketers in ways that perpetuate mindless socioeconomic trends.

From Producer to Consumer Americans experienced a major paradigm shift in the early part of the 19th

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century with the advent of the Industrial Revolution. Basically, we changed from an agrarian economy, in which most people produced what they consumed, to a manufacturing and services economy, in which people are mostly just consumers.

According to the online Encyclopedia of Earth, the present-day “worker as consumer” worldview was fully entrenched in the United States by the 1920s, when the labor movement stopped advocating a shorter workweek to instead focus on securing better wages and working conditions. The goal was to guarantee more buying power for workers, so that they could purchase more than just the necessities of daily living.

After World War II, this idea got a boost from economist Victor LeBeau, who in 1947 declared, “Our enormously productive economy… demands that we

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make consumption our way of life, that we convert the buying and use of goods into rituals, that we seek our spiritual satisfaction, our ego satisfaction, in consumption. We need things consumed, burned up, replaced and discarded at an ever-accelerating rate.”

It’s perhaps not coincidental that, “Our national happiness peaked in the 1950s,” as related by Annie Leonard in the compelling video The Story of Stuff, just as television began spreading the new philosophy of what Leonard calls “work-watch-spend.” We work to make money, then come home and relax as we watch television. On TV, we see ads that let us know that we could do and be a lot better—if only we had the right product. So, we begin to feel less worthy, go shopping and buy that product that we hope will make us do/become/ feel better, and the cycle repeats.

Today, shopping has become firmly entrenched in the American lifestyle.

It is used as an antidote to boredom, a substitute for socializing and a quick fix for a disguised emotional need. We continue doing it even when we’re aware that we are buying things we don’t need and can’t afford. The more aware among us also understand that all the stuff we buy and store, and cause to be manufactured and distributed, creates a negative impact on people’s lives and the environment—which leads to even more stress.

Stuff versus the Right Stuff Among the reasons that it’s possible to make shopping different today is the dawning of conscious awareness about the impact a product has through its entire life-cycle, from raw resources through ending up in a landfill or recycled. Daniel Goleman, whose books explore emotional and social intelligence, has tackled this topic in Ecological Intelligence: How Knowing the

Hidden Impacts of What We Buy Can Change Everything.

“Ecological intelligence,” he explains, “lets us apply what we learn about how human activity impinges on ecosystems so as to do less harm and once again to live sustainably in our niche—these days, the entire planet.”

Goleman advocates that we take our role as consumers seriously in three ways: 1) Get the information and know the ecological impacts of the things we buy; 2) Favor the eco-friendly improvements that companies make to their products; and 3) Share that information. Widespread individual support for sustainable alternatives, says Goleman, “That’s what’s going to give it the magnitude that can actually shift market share.”

On websites like GoodGuide.com and StoryOfStuff.com, we can check on the product life-cycle of everything from cosmetics and bottled water to the electronic gadgets we might be considering as holiday gifts. It’s bound to be a balancing act, unless we elect to forego shopping altogether.

For example, for an e-reader, Goleman counsels, “You’d need to drive to a store 300 miles away to create the equivalent in toxic impacts on health of making one e-reader—but you might do that and more if you drive to the mall every time you buy a new book.”

Goleman hopes that such information will lead us to make informed decisions by using our buying power to show companies the direction they need to take to meet a growing, enlightened demand.

As we enthuse to our friends about how well the naturally scented soy candles on our holiday buffet table performed,

“Look for the best value, not always the best price.” ~ Leah Ingram

they might also seek them out, and then tell others. Friends might want a fair trade tablecloth of their own when we gather around one at a dinner party and explain how paying fair wages helps improve labor conditions and supports the local economy of the artisans’ village in India.

Concludes Goleman, “As market share shifts, all of a sudden within companies, the grounds of the debate shifts, because now, doing the right thing is synonymous with capturing market.

Doing good is the same as doing well.”

Cultivating Feel-Good Shopping Simplicity Duane Elgin, author of the landmark Voluntary Simplicity, observes, “Simplicity that is consciously chosen, deliberate and intentional, supports a higher quality of life. In reality, it is consumerism that offers lives of sacrifice, whereas simplicity offers lives of opportunity.”

Although every holiday celebration requires some sort of shopping— even for the most voluntarily simple lifestyle—a new outlook can put our time and money where it does the most good for everyone—including us. In Less Is More, authors Cecile Andrews and Wanda Urbanska detail the types of simplicity thinking that can streamline our shopping and make us feel good, as we do good. Here’s a synopsis:

UNCLUTTERED. Less stuff translates to a more peaceful, serene home environment. Instead of buying a knickknack, why not get creative? Paying for an hour of a home-staging expert’s time to give a friend or family member’s abode a fresh look—using their own things—achieves the aim of effecting change without adding stuff.

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FRUGAL. Spending less for things we really don’t need can result in more money saved for the really important things, such as a long-desired vacation that broadens our horizons and helps improve a developing nation. We can also experience the joy of providing unforgettable experiences that enrich loved ones’ lives—perhaps a New York City family reunion taking in the sights and culture, or a weekend skiing the fresh powder of the Rockies. Making special plans close to home can also be instilled with the joy of a special occasion.

BUSINESS-ORIENTED. Business-oriented simplicity leads us to seek more meaningful alternatives to tchotchketype gifts for employees and colleagues.

Gift certificates to locally owned, green restaurants, health spas and other conscientious retailers and service providers help support local communities while honoring business associates and making shopping meaningful—and simpler—for us.

SOULFUL. Less time spent shopping also translates to the option of devoting more time to beneficial activities that enhance our authentic selves. Special moments spent taking a walk in a quiet park, autumn garden or another natural setting provide a gentle way to step away from holiday craziness and de-stress.

When we know that the time and money we spent shopping have not only pleased the recipients, but have also done good in the world, it places our efforts in a new and brighter light. “As we get away from materialism,” sums up Urbanska, “the focus for Christmas and Hanukkah can return to its real spiritual meaning.”

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RE-GIFT. Ingram has no problem redirecting a gift she has received, but cannot use, to someone who can. After all, antique malls and thrift shops—where many people enjoy browsing and shopping—are full of items that were once given as gifts.

Nan Fischer, an eco-broker in New Mexico who contributes to TheGoodHuman.com, likes the idea of repurposing gently used items as gifts, as long as she knows it’s something the recipient would enjoy— perhaps a vintage purse or brooch, a hard-to-find book or a guitar for someone just starting to take lessons. “We can calculate our carbon footprint based on our home energy bills, the food we eat and the cars we drive,” she comments. “The embodied energy spent in purchasing new items needs to be considered just as heavily. If we are buying used items, embodied energy is not expended.”

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Another idea is proffering a gift certificate for a monthly or seasonal subscription to a community supported agriculture (CSA) group. This sends regards and love to the recipient each week throughout the local growing season, when they happily receive their weekly bag full of fresh local produce; it’s a gift with multiple benefits for local families, farmers, economies and the environment.

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ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, 23.6 million people in the United States, or 7.8 percent of the total population, have diabetes (5.7 million of these undiagnosed), and it remains the sixth leading cause of death in this country. The good news is that there are natural treatment alternatives.

Background

The lynchpin of diabetes is insulin, a key hormone that allows glucose (sugar) to be converted into energy.

The onset of diabetes indicates that the body is experiencing a shortage of insulin and/or decreased ability to use it.

Type 1 diabetes, which is caused by the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin, usually manifests in children and adults under 30. It accounts for only five percent of cases.

Type 2 diabetes, in which the body fails to respond appropriately to the presence of insulin and to properly absorb glucose from the blood, accounts for 95 percent of incidences, generally occurring after age 40.

If left untreated over time, either type can lead to further health complications, including diseases of the heart, eyes and kidneys, plus blindness, nerve damage and kidney failure.

Today’s conventional medical treatment of Type

2 diabetes typically starts with lifestyle and dietary changes, including aerobic and resistance exercise and avoidance of excess carbohydrates, sweets and starches. If necessary, a glucose-lowering medication may be added.

Complementary natural treatment of Type 2 diabetes also begins with a more nutritional diet and exercise plan, managed by a nutrition-savvy medical doctor, naturopath, certified nutritionist, holistic nurse practitioner or dietician.

Maintaining a healthy weight and controlling blood sugar are essential.

A Natural Prescription Following a diet based on low glycemic carbohydrates, adequate protein and good fats is key.

Examples of good carbs include: legumes and beans, whole wheat, barley, brown rice, quinoa, apples, apricots, grapefruit, cherries, plums, pears and berries. High glycemic carbs to be avoided include (but are not limited to) donuts, white rice and white flour products, cake, cookies and dried dates.

Healthy proteins include lean chicken and turkey, wild salmon, grassfed beef and buffalo, tofu, tempeh and eggs. Good sources of healthy fats are olive, flax seed and hemp seed oils.

A high-fiber diet is also vital in improving blood sugar and insulin response, because low fiber diets have been associated with increased risk for diabetes. Foods to include are whole grains, nuts, seeds and dark green, leafy vegetables.

Research from the University of Helsinki, Finland, further suggests that limiting cow’s milk may be beneficial, especially for infants and children. A study of children born to a diabetic parent found that they were susceptible to diabetes later in life after exposure to cow’s milk as youngsters.

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Chromium may help lower blood glucose levels in cases of Type 2 diabetes, with the most recent study from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center. A typical dose is 200 micrograms daily.

Magnesium is also important, as Harvard University scientists discovered a significant inverse association between magnesium intake and diabetes risk. A large population-based study in Taiwan, published in Magnesium Research, showed that adding magnesium to drinking water led to a lower risk of death from Type 2 diabetes.

The best sources of magnesium are amaranth, sunflower seeds, quinoa, spinach, wild rice, tofu, almonds, halibut, brown rice, white beans and avocado. If these foods are not regularly on the menu, consider a magnesium supplement. A typical daily dose begins with 500 to 750 milligrams (mg), although this may be reduced in the event of diarrhea or loose stools.

Zinc also may assist the body’s use of insulin. Suggested dosage is 30 mg a day, balanced with 2 mg copper.

Diabetics may benefit from eating small meals throughout the day, to help maintain blood sugar balance.

Antioxidant vitamins (A, C, E, betacarotene) and B complex vitamins, as well as other antioxidant nutrients from superfoods such as green tea, blueberries and pomegranates, may help prevent diabetes-related nerve damage, according to research published in the Bratislava Medical Journal and Diabetes Care.

In addition, studies of calcium and vitamin D have shown some initial promise in middle-aged and older women in warding off metabolic syndrome, a known diabetes precursor.

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Physical activity, which certainly helps reduce weight, may also help in regulating overall blood glucose.

Exercise facilitates circulation, while working to prevent some of the complications associated with diabetes, including peripheral vascular and heart disease. It’s recommended that diabetes sufferers have a snack just prior to and immediately following exercising to help maintain stable blood sugar levels.

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hen the Thanksgiving dinner guest list includes those who do not eat turkey, what is the cook—or the thoughtful guest—to do?

Many families feel they should come up with a second main course to offer alongside the traditional holiday bird. Likewise, vegetarian or vegan guests might want to bring a dish they can eat without making extra work for their host. So, in addition to turkey for traditionalists, what entrées can we prepare that are celebratory, seasonal, show-stoppers—but not faux turkey?

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Thanksgiving Lasagna

This seasonal vegetarian entrée will feed a crowd and taste even better the next day.

Serves 12 9 no-boil lasagna noodles 1 tbsp olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1 cup coarsely shredded carrot 2 cups baby spinach 2 cups cubed butternut squash 1 (16-ounce) jar marinara sauce 1½ tsp dried oregano, crushed 2 cups cream-style cottage cheese, drained 1 slightly beaten egg 2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese 1. Oil a 3-quart rectangular baking dish. Set aside.

2. Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet and sauté onion

and mushrooms until the mushrooms begin to release their juices, about 5 minutes. Stir in carrots, squash and spinach and cook, stirring, until tender.

Stir in marinara sauce and oregano. In a medium-size mixing bowl, stir together the cottage cheese and egg.

3. Layer three noodles in the bottom of the baking dish. Top with a third of the cottage cheese mixture, a third of the vegetable mixture and a third of the Monterey jack. Continue to layer, ending with a third of the Monterey jack sprinkled on top. Preheat the oven to 375° F. 4. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until bubbling. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Butternut Squash Ravioli with Fresh Sage This vegetarian dish features the vibrant flavors and colors of autumn.

Acorn Squash Compotes These stuffed acorn squash will steal the spotlight.

4 tbsp unsalted butter 12 to 15 fresh sage leaves 1 (14- to 16-ounce) package of fresh or frozen butternut squash ravioli ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat for about 4 minutes. When butter starts to have a nutty aroma and is light brown, add sage leaves and fry for 1 minute. Remove from heat.

1. Heat oil in large skillet that won’t stick over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until medium brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in chick peas, kidney beans, apples, dried fruits, Port and honey, and bring to a simmer.

Remove from heat. Season with thyme leaves, salt and pepper. (Cooks have the option to make the filling up to this point ahead of time. Covered and refrigerated, it will keep for up to three days.)

Serves 8 2 cups thinly sliced onion 2 tbsp olive oil 1 (15.5-ounce) can chick peas, drained 3 cups red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and chopped 1 cup dried cranberries 1 cup snipped dried apricots ½ cup Port, brandy, or dry white or red wine ¼ cup honey 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves Natural salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 8 small acorn squashes, cut in half and

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hood (CCFC), explains that exposure to media and marketing also promotes materialistic values in children and is stressful for families. CCFC conference reports on relevant research show that conflict between parents and children is often directly related to children’s exposure to advertising.

Juliet Schor, author of Born to Buy: The Commercialized Child and the New Consumer Culture, says, “[Even] psychologically healthy children will be made worse off if they become more enmeshed in the culture of getting and spending.”

Likewise, Tim Kasser, author of The High Price of Materialism and psychology professor at Knox College, in Galesburg, Illinois, reports that countries with the highest levels of kid-targeted marketing have the least happy kids.

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f your children watch commercial television, go to the movies, play video games or spend leisure time on the computer surfing the Internet or chatting and texting with friends, they already know exactly what they must have to be happy this holiday season. That’s because ads aimed at kids are everywhere, enticing them to desire toys, branded clothing, foods and other products they don’t really need and their parents might not be able to afford. Nor will these things they want so desperately make them happy.

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How much is too much of a good thing? According to The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation’s study of media in the lives of 8- to 18-yearolds, young people today consume more media than ever before—about 7½ hours a day, often multitasking or using media simultaneously. At the same time, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no more than two hours of screen media use per day for children over 2 and none for younger children—with good reason.

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search suggests that viewing TV or video games more than two hours a day can make a youth 1.5 to 2 times more likely to experience attention problems. During the 13-month study, elementary- and college-age particiof screen time a day.

tion can be educational and entertaining, the Center on Media and Child Health links excessive media consumption with poor diet, poor body image, obesity, earlier sexual activity, smoking, violence, disturbed sleep and increased anxiety.

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It turns out that what kids really value, but may not express, is quality time with their family. Our sense of wellbeing depends less on stuff and more on relationships, a sense of belonging, community and spiritual nourishment, according to research led by Kasser and colleague Kennon M. Sheldon, a psychology professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Granted, time isn’t easily packaged and placed under a tree. Instead, parents can pull the plug, or at least set time limits, watch and talk about media content together, agree to buy less stuff and schedule more meaningful free time together.

Here are some ideas to create happy holiday memories to last a lifetime: Document family history. Turn kids into roving reporters and interview relatives to learn and record the family’s past.

Start with a family tree, and then fill in fun details. Where did Great Grandpa come from? What did he eat for lunch at school and what was Grandma’s favorite holiday recipe when she was a child? What games did your grandparents play as kids?

Revisit the family’s culinary heritage.

Make traditional dishes and take

photographs of the finished masterpieces. Make a scrapbook with recipes, pictures and stories about the recipes to create a treasured family holiday cookbook.

Share skills. Elders may have talents they’d like to pass down to younger generations. Such activities include sewing, quilting, knitting, bread making (from scratch), woodworking, painting, dancing, drawing, jewelry making and playing musical instruments.

Resist the pressure to put a TV in a child’s bedroom. It guarantees that the youngster will spend more time with advertisers and less time with you or engaged in books, physical activity and creative play. TV also exposes children to cultural messages that may lie outside a family’s values. Talk to your children about those potential conflicts.

Discuss the use and impact of advertising. Explore how ads grab our attention through use of color, music and celebrities. Ask kids how an ad makes them feel, and show them how ads sell us “lifestyles.” See if you can spot branded products in movies.

Declare a screen-free day or TV-free week. It may take some getting used to at first, but the rewards are many. You’ll discover you have extra time to be together as a family, play games, read and enjoy meaningful conversation.

Best of all, nourish each child’s spirit with a printed or even framed list of what you love about them, and why they’re the greatest gift of all. Then prove it, by showering them with your “presence.”

For more ideas and insights, visit NewDream.org/holiday/ index.php, cmch.tv and CommercialFreeChildhood.org.

Melinda Hemmelgarn is a Midwestbased registered dietitian and freelance journalist and the host of Food Sleuth Radio. She teaches media literacy workshops nationwide. Reach her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

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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.

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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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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.

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How does living in cohousing differ from an intentional community?

In conducting the research to write my books, I discovered that cohousers know little about the intentional community movement. Typically, cohousers are primarily focused on buying or building a single-family or multi-family house within a nice community, and generally do not know one another prior to the purchase. In exceptional instances, people can work with a developer to create a deed-to-own community with individual housing units and common areas.

Cohousers are generally professional couples with two incomes, retired couples and single women.

Typically, they must accept anyone who can afford the purchase price and meet the terms of the sale, even if it becomes obvious that the buyers are the type of people who like to break the rules.

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They may share a single residence or live in a cluster of dwellings. They may live together in a single residence, a suburban or urban neighborhood, or on rural land.

What are the key benefits of living in an ecovillage or intentional community?

Perhaps one of the most significant benefits of living in an ecovillage such as Earthaven, where I live, near Asheville, North Carolina, is how we reduce the ecological footprint by sharing resources. We co-own and share large items, such as the tractor used in growing a lot of our food.

Sharing food and eating together also translates into a reduced food bill, because we buy in bulk at volume discounts. At Earthaven, we live off the grid, in passive solar homes we built without bank loans, and rely on well water, composting toilets and waterharvesting systems. All of these factors make us a more ecologically sustainable community. We are an intentional community that lives deliberately to increase community members’ happiness and wellness by harmonizing our ecological values and lifestyle.

Many well-documented studies have proven that people who have frequent interaction with others enjoy higher levels of health. Knowing that many supportive, extended community

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Who does well living in an intentional community?

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calendarofevents Listings by date Thursday, October 28 Health Food Store Gab Fest - 6:30-8:30pm. Let’s share knowledge to help with our health. Topics to be determined by the students. $29. Patches’ Place, 759 E. Street, LAPEER. 810-667-6546.

Stress Management - 6-8 PM. Learn how to identify, manage, and control stress in your life. $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. 810667-6546.

Nutrition from a Natural Health Perspective 6:30-7:30pm. Learn about nutrition and live foods from a natural health perspective. Space is limited so please RSVP. Free. Epiphany Health, Milford Public Library, MILFORD. Julia King 248-5293503.

Saturday, October 30 Lapeer State Game Area (Valentine Rd) - 11am.

Moderate hike approx. 6 miles. Go North on M-24 about 4 miles to Plum Creek Road. Turn Left/West on Plum Creek. Go about 1 mile to Valentine Rd. and turn Right/North on Valentine Rd. Go 2 miles to parking lot on West side. LAPEER. Linda Berker 810-348-8664.

Monday, November 1 Zen Photography - 6-8pm. This class introduces you to enter directly into an experience as grounds for the creative process. You will be introduced to Zazen, a powerful tool of self-inquiry (the ability to reveal the true basis of reality). $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. 810-667-6546.

Wednesday, November 3 Tired of MENOPAUSE making you tired? 6:30pm. Dr. Megan Strauchman will be discussing the unbelievable effects of bio-identical hormones, what they are and what they can do for you. Will they make the hot flashes, fatigue, and night sweats go away? FREE, but seating limited. Natural Wellness and Pain Relief Center, 10683 S. Saginaw St, Grand Blanc. Register: 810-694-3576. See ads pages 5 & 21.

Thursday, November 4 Detoxification class - 5:45pm. Learn the many ways available to detoxify your body and the importance of detoxification. $25. The Downing Clinic, 5715 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston. 248-625-6677.

Saturday, November 6 Hogback Hills Elba Equestrian Hike - 11am. 5 mile, moderate hike through beautiful unmarked wooded trails around the reservoir. Take I-69 to M-15 (Davison exit). Take M-15 North to Coldwater Rd. Turn East onto Coldwater and go approx. 3 miles. Meet at parking lot at the dead end of the road. Contact: Linda Berker 810-348-866.

Natural Wreath Workshop - 10am-2pm. Construct a beautiful wreath made entirely of natural materials

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Holiday Craft Show - 9am-4pm. November craft show seeking crafters. Booth, 6x10, $25. Proceeds go to outreach missions. Free. First United Methodist Church, 400 E. Grand River, BRIGHTON. Ginger 810-229-9614.

Tuesday, November 9 Healthy Holiday Eating - 5-6:30pm. Learn about sugar, fats and how they affect your body, even short-term. Healthy recipes & immune boosting techniques to get you through the holidays healthy.

Guest Speakers: Roberta Hardy & Sherrill Natzke.

Sponsored by: FAMILY Pharmacy & Cancer Treatment Centers of America. FREE. Davison Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer Road, Davison.

Sherrill Natzke 810-235-7995. See ad page 17.

Healthy Holiday Grocery Shopping Tour 7-8:30pm. Avoid holiday weight gain. Join us in learning how to shop for healthy yet tasty food for your holiday meals. Learn how to read food labels and how all foods can fit into healthy holiday meals. Pre-registration/min. number required. $10/ residents/$12/non. Springfield Township Parks & Recreation. Info/reg: 248-846-6558.

Wednesday November 10 Sierra Club Board Meeting - 6pm. Open to the public. Mott Community College: Genesee Rm./ Prahl College Center. 1401 E. Court Street, Flint.

Contact: Mike Haley 810-686-6354.

Sierra Club Program - 7:30pm. Open to the public. Learning more about the environment.

Informative Program & General Membership meeting. Genesee Room of the Prahl College Center at Mott Community College, Flint. FREE. Contact: Bob Simpson 810-230-0704.

Hyperthyroidism - 6:30pm. Symptoms of THYROID problems, but everyone says that you are normal? Dr. Megan Strauchman will be discussing issues of hypothyroidism and why many people are going undiagnosed. FREE but seating limited.

Natural Wellness and Pain Relief Center, 10683 S. Saginaw St. Grand Blanc. Register: 810-6943576. See ads pages 5 & 21.

Friday, November 12 Artwalk: Buckham Gallery - 6:00pm. Meet other Sierra Club members and enjoy a fun night of art and the company of others. Buckham Gallery, 134 ½ W Second Street, Flint. Contact: Mike Haley 810-686-6354.

Saturday, November 13 Richfield Park Hike - Easy hike, approx. 4 miles, in beautiful prairie and wooded areas. Join us at the parking lot behind the BMX parking area at the Irish Road entrance. Info: Terry Lemmer 810-732-9902.

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Tuesday, November 16 Water & You - 12-1pm. Learn about how important water is to your body and the many facts about water, clinical trials, etc., that you never knew before.

Guest speaker: Sherrill Natzke. Sponsored by: FAMILY Pharmacy FREE. Eastside Senior Center, 3065 N. Genesee Road, Flint. Sherrill Natzke 810-235-7995. See ad page 17.

Free Stress Relief Workshop - 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy the holidays with less stress and greater resiliency.

This free interactive workshop will teach you how to recognize the danger signs of excessive stress, the A,B,C’s of stress, and how to make them work for you, and an activity to relieve stress and find balance.

FREE. Jill Grenevitch, Breakthrough Empowerment Hypnotherapy, McFarlen Library, 515 Perry Rd, Grand Blanc. Jill Grenevitch 810-606-8577.

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Wednesday, November 17 Scared of the dreaded HOLIDAY POUNDS? 6:30pm. Dr. Megan Strauchman will discuss the popular HCG diet (made popular by Kevin Trudeau).

Find out what it is and how you can try it out. FREE, but seating limited. Natural Wellness and Pain Relief Center, 10683 S. Saginaw St, Grand Blanc.

Register: 810-694-3576. See ads pages 5 & 21.

Melatonin & You - 12-1pm. Learn about MELATONIN & how important it is to the quality of your life, health & wellness. Learn about clinical trials, studies & inforamtion you never knew about Melatonin. Guest Speaker: Sherrill Natzke. Sponsored by: FAMILY Pharmacy FREE. Grand Blanc Senior Center, 12632 Pagels Drive, Grand Blanc. Sherrill Natzke 810-235-7995.

See ad page 17.

Healthy Holidays - 4-5:30pm. Learn about sugar, fats and how they affect your body, even short-term.

Healthy recipes & immune boosting techniques to get you through the holidays healthy. Guest Speakers: Roberta Hardy & Sherrill Natzke. Sponsored by: FAMILY Pharmacy & Cancer Treatment Centers of America. FREE. Grand Blanc Senior Center, 12632 Pagels Drive, Grand Blanc. Sherrill Natzke 810-235-7995. See ad page 17.

Hypnosis for Quitting Smoking - 6:30-8:30pm.

You’ve tried patches, pills, and quit cold turkey but still have the urge to smoke. This year try hypnosis before the Great American Smoke out. Learn to stop the mental addiction to smoking. $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. Info: 810-6676546.

Four Seasons of Color in the Garden - 6:308:30pm. Is your garden only interesting in the spring and early summer? This class will offer you lots of ideas that will add color to your garden all year round. You’ll learn about plants used for their foliage, bark and fruit as well as their flowers to give interest in your garden. $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. Info: 810-667-6546.

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WEDNESDAy, NOvEMbER 17 Intro to Energy Healing for Animals - 6-9 PM. Help your animal by reducing pain and anxiety and increase healing through the transfer of energy. Learn the benefits of a balanced field and how to do a simple treatment on your animal. $45. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. Info: 810-667-6546. today. Michigan Health Coach, 33004 Grand River, FARMINGTON. Cheryl Heppard or Rachel Peters 248-592-0869.

Guilt Free Goodies - 6-8pm. Enjoy holiday treats without feeling bad. Substitute the fat. Not the flavor. Bring your appetite as you will be sampling some guilt free treats and learning new recipes. $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. Info: 810-667-6546.

Smoke-Out Assistance - 6:30-8:30om. Learn proven ideas to help with cravings and nervous tension to quit smoking. $29. Mott Community Education, LAPEER. Info: 810-667-6546.

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Sundays

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. See ad below.

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.

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Monday

Simply Yoga - 9:30-10:45am. (& Wed. or Mon/ Tue/Thu 6pm). w/Barb Heuerman. An exploration of the body & mind using a combination of postures with emphasis on deep breathing. Suitable for all levels. $15. 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston.

248-770-5388.

Karma Yoga - 9:30am. All levels - commit 24-hours prior to attending and we’ll be here!

Donation only. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, Clarkston. Jules 248390-9270.

La Leche League - 10am. Daytime Series is the 3rd Monday at Christ the Redeemer Church on Waldon.

Babies and children are welcome at all meetings.

FREE. Lake Orion.

Cardio Kick-Boxing - 5:30-6:15pm (also Wed same time). Korean Martial Arts Institute, 935 Baldwin, Lapeer. Janet 810-667-2101. See ad below.

Step Class/Pilates Class - 5:15-7pm. Step class, very aerobic. Pilates class, core strengthening.

All skill levels. Equipment provided. $5 or free to members. Body & Sole Fitness for Women, 4310 Miller Rd, Flint. Barb Jones 810-732-7170.

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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.

Health & Wellness Workshops - 7-8:30pm. When your body gets what it needs and can absorb it, it will repair itself. What’s been missing? New topic every week. Guest. $5. A New Hope Educational Services, AmericInn Motel and Suites, 6075 Hill 23 Drive, Flint. Shannon Hudson 888-482-1765.

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 your Health! FREE with this flyer, reg. $5. Living Anointed, Flint. Stacey Kimbrell 810-423-5721.

Flow Yoga: Often Heated - 7:15pm. This class is great for the fit individual without limitations wanting to experience a blend of classic Yoga teachings combined with challenging asana flow. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270.

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.

Zumba® Fitness - 6-7pm. Beginning in Sept. Latininspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning dance fitness-party. $6 drop-in or class rates. Lapeer.

Info: Michelle 810-441-0237 or Janet 810-6672101. See ad below & page 30.

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 15.

TNA-Tush-n-Abs Class - 7:30-8:30pm. Tamra Little will help you tone your abs, strengthen your core, and lift that tush. 1st class is free! $10.

Foxy’s Spa & Fitness Studio, 6004 Torrey Rd., Ste E, Flint. Tamra 810-655-3699. See ad page 29.

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Backs & Hips Yoga Class - 6:15am. Class will focus on the back & hips, yoga teachings & more!

All levels welcome. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270.

Blended Yoga - 9:30am. Great class for all levels combining classic Yoga teachings w/asana. Some days we take it easy and other days we move a bit more. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270.

Believe-The ABC’s of TAI CHI with Tammy Cropp - 10am. Beginning to Intermediate.

Experience healing, stress reduction, balance,

Ashtanga Yoga - 6:30-8:15pm. Primary Series Ashtanga Yoga led with an emphasis on intergrated anatomy and philosophy weaved into the practice in a firelit studio. Transitions and Inversions. $12.00. , 12380 Hegel Rd., Goodrich. Maureen 810-636-7204.

Strengthen & Tone - 9:15 am. A great exercise class for all levels; use of balls, dumbbells & more. $12.

Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270.

Absolutley Beginners Yoga - 10:30-11:45am. Yoga for healing comes from a really experienced and well trained teacher. Practice in a beautiful firelit,

8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston, Michigan 48348 248-625-5192

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surround sound studio in the woods. $12. Yoga in the Woods, 12380 Hegel Rd, Goodrich. Maureen 810-636-7204.

Cardio Kick-Boxing - 11:45am-12:30pm (also Fri), same time. Korean Martial Arts Institute, 935 Baldwin, Lapeer. Janet 810-667-2101. See ads pages 27 & 30..

Vinyasa Yoga - 6-7:15pm. 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.

thursday Thursday

Knitting Classes - 4-7pm. Bring in your current project and work with a group of knitters. FREE. Beyond The Rainforest, 12830 S. Saginaw, Grand Blanc. Susan 810-953-0089.

Strengthen & Tone exercise class - 5:45-6:45pm.

Great class for all levels, variety of props.

Students should be in good cardio shape. Weekto-week commitment is needed. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270.

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

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Ballenger Hwy Ste F, Flint. RSVP 810-235-5181.

See ad page 10.

Basic Yoga - 7:15pm This class is a classic! Great for all levels. It’s basic but with a challenge! $12.

Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Trail, CLARKSTON. Jules 248-390-9270.

La Leche League - 7:30pm. Evening Series is the 2nd & (4th Thursday is a Toddler meeting) at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Baldwin.

Babies and children are welcome at all meetings.

FREE. Lake Orion.

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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. Latin-inspired, easyto-follow, calorie-burning dance fitness-party. $6 drop-in or class rates. Lapeer. Info: Michelle 810-441-0237 or Janet 810-667-2101. See ads pages 27 & 30.

Colon Hydrotherapy - 6-7pm.Wth Dr. Dennis

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 13.

saturday Saturday

Boot(Y) Camp - 8-9am. A variety of cardiovascular circuits, body weight training, & full-body sculpting. 1st class is free. $10. Foxy’s Spa & Fitness Studio, 6004 Torrey Rd., Ste E, Flint. Foxy’s Spa & Fitness Studio. Tamra Little 810-655-3699. See ad page 29.

Student Massages - 9am-3pm. Ayur Veda Therapeutic Massage Foundation will be offering student massages starting Sept 19 appointment only $25. Ayur Veda Therapeutic Massage Foundation, 3030 South Lapeer, LAKE ORION. Roxanne 248-722-1953.

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Volunteering McLaren Hospice Volunteer Program-Volunteer training. Special events. Whether you actively participate or volunteer you support the programs. Genesee/Lapeer Region, 1515 Cal Drive, Davison. For more information call John Girdwood 810-496-8779 or visit www.McLarenAtHome.org.

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

Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic Brittany Schram, Dipl. Ac Jeffrey Remer, Dipl. OM 12272 Fenton Rd., Suite 3, Fenton 810-714-5556

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

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Everyone, regardless of age or condition, can benefit from a nervous system that is working at its very best. Our interest in the spine is only because it houses the nervous system. Chiropractic is a safer, more natural approach to better health. See ad pages 5 & 21.

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Certified Acupuncture with 8 years experience, David Birmingham. Chronic pain relief from many everyday issues without drug therapy. See ad page 15.

MICHIGAN ORIENTAL MEDICINE Acupuncture and Herbs Karen DeBruyn, PT, Dipl.OM 12809 S. Saginaw, Suite 206 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.

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Advanced I-ACT certified Colon Hydro therapist available 3 days/wk. Water based cleansing of large intestines and colon's impacted waste. See ad page 15.

Country rd pathway to healing Sharessa Tackett, RN, CCT 15190 Bishop Rd, Byron 810-813-3111

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DR. BENN DC BA, 30 years in practice treating sports, family, chronic and non-responsive conditions. See ad page 15.

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Counseling Shanti Counseling Services Theresa Callard-Moore, ACSW 6199 Miller Rd., Ste A, Swartz Creek 810-630-0904 ext. 2

Treating the whole person: Body mind & spirit. Holistic psychotherapy services including traditional counseling, EMDR, NET, Nutritional response testing, Reiki and more.

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

Pain/stress relief and more with Craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy and holistic nutrition. 11 years experience. See ad page 22.

Dentistry David Ewing, DDS, LPC 5516 Torrey Rd, Flint 810-232-2515

General Dentistry, including root canals, dentures, extractions, bridges, composite (white) fillings, crowns, TMJ, N.E.T. for pain control, anxiety and more. Nutrition and ZOOM teeth whitening. See ad page 18.

David W. Regiani, DDS, PC Holistic General Dentistry 101 South Street, Ortonville 248-627-4934 RegianiDental.com

Mercury and metal-free dental materials, non surgical perio treatment, Invisalign© Orthodontics, DDS weight-loss system, cosmetic dentistry and TMJ pain diagnosis & treatment. Over 25 years of providing dental services to the community. See ad page 14.

fitness Personal training by tamra

810-965-1598 • Serving Genesee County

Meet your fitness/health goals. In-home training/ nutrition services. No Gym fees! Call for consultation.

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natures better way

880 W. Dryden Rd., Metamora 810-678-3131 or 800-894-3721 My4Life.com/NaturesBetterWay

We are helping "take Transfer Factor to the World."

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hypnotherapy alternative health & Rehab centre, PLLC S. Ballenger Hwy, Flint • 810-235-5181

Medical Hypnotherapist Jon Tomlinson, with 90% success rate. Helping with conditions: quit smoking, weight loss, golf and much more. See ad page 15.

Breakthrough Empowerment 12751 S. Saginaw St., Ste. 700 Grand Blanc 810-606-8577 BreakthroughEmpowerment.com

Jill Grenevitch is a certified clinical hypnotherapist specializing in the relief of anxiety, insomnia, stress, allergies, self-sabotage and more. Certified HypnoBirthing and HypnoFertility Therapist. See NewsBrief page 5.

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Timeless Health & Beauty medical spa 810-724-0480 542 N. Cedar, Imlay City

A healthy body from the inside out. Bioidentical Hormone replacement, weight loss, intravenous nutritional support, vaser and smart lipo, botox, nonsurgical facelift, vericose veins and other services. See ad page 25.

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Deborah Weeks • 810-735-2575 114A S Bridge St, Linden

Rejuvinate, cleanse and detoxify the body, mind and spirit by choosing from alternative and preventative practices offered.

Naturopathic Counselor, Certified Medical Massage, S c e n a r, M i c r o s c o p y, Biological Terrain, Ion Cleanse, Blanket Therapy and Ear Candling. See ad page 13.

Organic Lawn Care Bio-Turf, LLC • 810-348-7547

Serving Genesee, Oakland & Livingston

Lawn/tree care program that offers organic-based fertilizers, Free lawn analysis. Visit Bio-Turf.com.

organic salon cutting edge salon

8331 S. State St. (M-15), Goodrich 4 miles North of Ortonville 810-636-5100

Organic Ammonia free products and services, foot detox, artificial nails, microdermabrasion facials and much more. See ad page 9.

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Center for Holistic studies & Practices, LLc

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 15.

True religion is real living; living with all one’s soul, with all one’s goodness and righteousness. ~ Albert Einstein

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Awaken Your Soul w/Reiki 6199 Miller Rd Ste A • Swartz Creek Shante Nichols, RMT • 810-931-7283

Come experience an Awakening of your soul with Reiki.

Gayle's spiritual healing 810-348-4500 • Holly Other sites available upon request GSpiritualHealing@yahoo.com

Reiki treats the whole body, mind and soul balancing your energy, reducing stress in your physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. Call or email for appointment.

KATHRYN BAMBA, REIKI MASTER Flint • 810-449-7176

Experience the healing & relaxation of a Reiki session. Now providing services Mon, Thur, Fri, Sat: 11-8. Call for an appointment.

Yoga/ Martial Arts Korean Martial Arts Institute

935 Baldwin Rd., Lapeer 810-667-2101 • KMAI.net

Traditional TaeKwon-Do training for ages 5 through seniors. Adult enrichment classes in Yoga, Kick-fit and Women’s self-defense. Visit website for class schedule and offering. See ad page 27.

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