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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.

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EVERYDAY LESSONS FROM YOGA A Conversation with Baron Baptiste

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SAY "I DO" To a Green Wedding

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n April 20th, 2010, two days before the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, the Deepwater Horizon drilling platform exploded, killing 11 people and started spewing somewhere between 5,000 and 70,000 (depending on which source you choose) barrels of oil per day into the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Ironically, we were about to celebrate the growth of environmentally-friendly living when this occurred and we are now experiencing an event that might dwarf past oil spills. Even as we go to press, the oil is still flowing into the gulf, wreaking havoc on not only the environment and animal life, but the associated businesses who depend on the Gulf waters for their livelihood. Everyone, it seems, is at a loss on effective ways to seal the pipe, or when that is accomplished, how to clean the mess up. To compound the problem, huge amounts of chemical dispersants are being used to break the oil up in the water. Who knows what the impact of that will be? The story is still being written, but we hope that by the time you read this, the leaking pipe has been sealed and the efforts for recovery are well under way.

We know you're probably sick of hearing about this event, so here's the point: Eventually this tragedy will be dealt with. When it is, we can continue with the status quo, or we can, right now, consider this a wake-up call and begin doing more to reduce our dependency on oil. One person can make a difference when there's a lot of "one persons" involved. In this case, numbers provide leverage because it's all about supply and demand.

For example, one thing we did last month (at one of the local Earth Day events), that one might consider insignificant, was we signed up for DTE Energy's greenCurrents program. It's only a few extra dollars per month added to our electric bill, but it supports the growth of wind and other alternative forms of energy. We're not saying you need to go out and do exactly what we did, but just think what could happen if everyone got more involved with finding options like that? Or, drove more fuelefficient cars? Or, made sure their homes were more energy efficient? Or, all of the above? Get the idea? Little steps add up. Eventually the demand for clean energy would outweigh that of oil and we'd be on the path to solving this problem-and helping prevent future disasters such as what is now taking place in the Gulf.

Moving on, we are pleased this month to bring you special content from Dr. Mehmet Oz. Because June is typically our Men's Health month, the article from Dr. Oz provides his 25 Greatest Health Tips for men. It's such a grounded and informative article that we are sure everyone, both men and women, will benefit. Of course, there's lots more in this issue to help you live healthy and sustainably. We hope you enjoy all of it.

We also want to make sure you know about our next two upcoming Michigan Healthy Living and Sustainability expos, July 17th in Royal Oak and October 2nd in Lapeer. You can find more information at MHLexpo.com. We hope to see you at the one closest to you (or both).

And don't forget, later next month we launch the new Natural Awakenings Healthy Pet magazine in East Michigan. We're excited about the opportunity to bring this new resource to the community and support the health and wellbeing of our animal friends. Find out more by vising NAHealthyPet.com.

So, have a wonderful June and until next month, stay happy and healthy...naturally!

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newsbriefs Berkley's Acupuncture Health Alliance Expands Services

Becky Stevens utilizes medical intuition to assess the root cause of disease or dysfunction in the body.

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usan Burke, OMD, L.Ac, of Acupuncture Health Alliance, has added new practitioners to her facility. Susan, who has 24 years experience in acupuncture and specializes in pro-athletes, children and fertility issues, is also trained in Chinese herbs, homeopathy and nutrition.

For information about her services or an appointment, call 248-582-8888. Each of the other new practitioners can be reached at separate telehpone numbers for appointments and information.

Julieanne Schroeter, C.M.T. (248-321-9566) is an experienced massage therapist specializing in deep tissue work and is available on weekends.

Dr. Teresa Birkmeier-Fredal, M.D. (248-270-3309) specializes in wellness medicine, assessing the underlying causes of symptoms and treating them at their source. Treatments consist of dietary and lifestyle changes, nutritional and herbal supplements and natural hormones. Dr. Birkmeier-Fredal accepts BC/BS. Finally, Sarah Hegger, M.S., D.C. (248-921-1124) offers chiropractic services.

She specializes in functional nutrition, injury rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise and she accepts most insurances.

Acupuncture Health Alliance is located at 2770 Coolidge Hwy, in Berkley. 248-5828888. AcupunctureHealthAlliance.com. See related ads, pages 11, 50 & 52.

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Her services include: • Medical Intuition • Hands-on Healing • Herbal, Homeopathic, and Vibropathic Remedies • JMT "I referred several patients to Becky and found that they were getting dramatic results. One patient with MS has had dramatic improvements since her treatments. I went myself for a difficult problem that nothing else worked from my medical expertise. I found definite improvements and have felt much better with her Energy Healing." —Diane Culik, MD

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Arthemiz also offers Infrared Therapies including The BIOMAT Infrared Amethyst Pad and ABATON Infrared Sauna & Jade Thermal Massage. Also available is the Ionic Foot Detox which includes leg/feet massage, oils and crystal color touch.

verywhere we travel, we find that people are in pain: back, knee, head, joint, muscle, and nerve pain~ the list goes on and on.

Then there are the descriptions of the pain: shooting, tingling, burning, stabbing, aching and throbbing pain.

WHY do we have so much pain? Is there a common denominator with all the pain we have? Is there anything we can do to help our bodies relieve our pain?

You do not need to suffer in pain forever. Our bodies are made to repair themselves.

No matter what you’ve been told in the past, there is an answer. At A New Hope Educational Services we help you find the missing link in your personal health & nutrition.

Knowledge is power!

Arthemiz Center is located at 153 Waterview Drive, in Lake Orion. Call for a free demonstration. Open from Wednesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 248-9300681. See ad page 15.

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reen Baby will hold its Grand Re-opening June 25 and 26. The store opened in 2008 and moved to its new location in February this year. The re-opening celebration will include cloth diaper demos, baby carrier demos, free 8x10 photos (with reservation,) prize drawings and more. Hours are Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Green Baby is located at 431 Main Street, in Rochester. For more information, call 248-650-0700 or visit GreenBabyRochester.com. See ad, page 9.

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r. Michael Dangovian, Board Certified Cardiologist and Founder of the Wellness Training Institute, will be providing a free seminar as part of his “Living your BEST Life At Any Age” series. Experience expert advice, answers, training and tips as he shares his unique, clinically proven, program.

“Whether you want to prevent or reverse chronic disease, we are here for you, showing you how to live your BEST life at ANY age, one step at a time,” Dr. Dangovian says.

Join him in learning about safe and effective ways to reverse heart disease, lower blood pressure, improve sleep, lower cholesterol, manage stress, reduce anxiety, and improve circulation and flexibility.

The Sit.Stand.Stroll.© seminar will take place at Whole Foods Market in Rochester Hills at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 26.

Dr. Michael Dangovian Admission is free.

Dr. Dangovian practices at the Wellness Training Institute and Healthy Heart & Vascular Center in Sterling Heights. He and his staff provide individual and group health and wellness services that integrate modern medicine and ancient healing arts.

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With a focus on sustainability, the Third Coast staff carries over 14 years of handson experience with indoor and outdoor organic agriculture. Third Coast offers low cost Organic alternatives to everyday garden care from organic and bio-dynamic gardening methods to composting, seed collection and tree planting.

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"The new location is one mile North and one Mile West of our old Rochester Road location," says Brian Granader, owner and founder of Red Lotus. "We will have more space, two yoga rooms, more changing rooms, larger bathrooms and more classes to offer."

Brian has been a student of yoga since 2000. He decided to deepen his practice by taking a teacher training program in 2001. From there, he left his Real Estate career to pursue a life of yoga, opened Red Lotus Yoga in 2003 and has been teaching yoga full time since .

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The Dobrasevic Food Company hand selects produce available from local farms and Michigan wholesale distributors and delivers them directly to their customers, who receive their favorite staple items, such as apples, carrots and potatoes, along with a variety of new produce that they might not normally purchase. The weekly delivery service makes it easy and convenient to eat the best foods Mother Nature has to offer.

Each week the produce inside the box changes depending on the season, ensuring that customers receive only the crispest and freshest fruits and vegetables. Customers are also encouraged to try new items with the help of weekly newsletters that contain recipe suggestions, storage and handling tips and important nutrition information.

"And even though the Dobrasevic Food Company delivers produce directly to your door," they explain, "it actually costs less, because we purchase the best value and variety of produce in any given week and the food never spends time just sitting around. Our warehouse shelves are empty because the produce is boxed up and sent to our clients the same day we get it.�

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roy dentist Dr. Daniel Leske has discovered a unique relationship and approach to normal healthy breathing and is now offering it to the public.

“Far too many people suffer from dysfunctional breathing which causes snoring, poor sleep and is a serious threat to ones overall health,” he says. "Normal, healthy breathing is nasal breathing, he says, which utilizes the diaphragm and abdominal muscles. This is far different from mouth breathing, which is far more shallow, and which many of us have grown accustomed to."

Teaching patients to breathe properly is one of the ways Leske uses his knowledge to connect his dentistry practice with total body wellness. Leske is a University of Michigan Dental School graduate and has studied nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture and alternative medicine.

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Dr. Leske’s office is located at 5895 John R, in Troy. For more information, call 248-828-3091. See ad page 38.

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ifth generation Master Herbalist and director of Nebo Health, Dean Morris, will present an informative seminar on the benefits of using herbs for a healthier lifestyle at Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River in Novi at on June 9 at 7 p.m.

Morris grew up on herbs and has diverse experience in organic horticulture, the natural foods industry and healthcare.

He served as dean of admissions, author, editor and teacher for John R. Christopher’s School of Natural Healing and spent 11 years working for the vitamin manufacturer, Nature’s Way.

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Healthy Plan for Men Services Detox Class We invite men experiencing male menopause symptoms June 3rd to call today and start a plan for a healthier future.

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ichigan Spine Center is changing their name in the months to come so they can better accommodate the ever growing clinical nutrition/functional medicine aspect of the practice.

"We have been able to touch so many more lives through proper nutrition and finding the true causes of patients' problematic health conditions," explains Dr. Jason Stanczak, DC, DAAMLP, clinic director. "Getting patients healthy and vibrant has always been my life long passion, and I feel very blessed that I have the tools to do so."

"Michigan Spine Center has seen tremendous growth over the past five years," he adds, "and we plan to continue providing service to the community. The new image and name change, soon to be announced, will serve to continue our mission of patient satisfaction and excellent service.

Dr. Jason Stanczak Michigan Spine Center is located at 30325 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. For more information, or a free health evaluation and consultation (limited time offer), contact Dr. Stanczak at 586-774-6301. See ad page 13.

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omen can discover the joys of kayaking, archery and camping, at the 11th Annual Women Outdoors: Kensington Adventure! on Saturday, June 26. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Kensington Metropark Farm Center in Milford.

This one-day workshop will teach women basic paddle strokes and safety for kayaking and how to use a bow and arrow safely with target practice. REI staff will give basic camping tips, and participants will practice setting up a tent.

The Adventure is a Beyond BOW program (Becoming an Outdoors Woman) hosted by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment, Heavner Canoe Rental, REI, Safari Club International and Huron-Clinton Metroparks.

Women 18 or older are eligible to attend this workshop. The $60 fee includes instruction in all sessions, program materials, use of demonstration equipment and lunch. Registration deadline is June 18. Enrollment is limited to 40 participants.

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The fundraising event will be held rain or shine in the building and surrounding grounds at 8080a Ortonville Road (M-15), in Clarkston. Speakers will present on the hour beginning at 10 a.m. Additional activities, like meditation, prayer sessions, and a butterfly release, will round out the day. Vendor space is still available.

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The researchers point to yoga’s impact on the nervous system, which regulates heart rate through the sympathetic nervous system that causes the heart rate to rise, and the parasympathetic nervous system, which slows it down. When the two systems work well together, they ensure that the heart rate is steady, yet ready to respond to external changes if needed, such as the fight or flight response.

The study of 84 volunteers showed that regular yoga practitioners have a stronger, more flexible parasympathetic control, which helps them ease out of stressful situations more easily. The researchers concluded that this translates into the desirable qualities of higher heart rate variability, more resistance to stress and an overall healthier heart.

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ant six-pack abs? A washboard stomach? For some men, getting the quintessential abs seems almost impossible. Personal trainer, David J. Robinson, is here to tell you it is not.

Eating right is the first step toward obtaining that six-pack, according to Robinson. Declining a beer during guys’ night out and politely saying "no thank you" when being offered a donut or other sugary treat during work are the first steps. He also says to cut back on chips and pop with a focus on fruit. Fruit is high in fiber, which gives people the feeling of being full without the added calories.

“You have to get a hold of what you are putting in your mouth. If you do not burn it off, that calorie will stay with you,” Robinson says.

It comes down to a person’s calorie intake versus their calories burned. When a person establishes a well-balanced diet of low fat, high protein and fiber, they will begin to see the weight loss. Robsinson says that all men can be well on their way to that rippled midsection with the right cardio and diet.

The next step to getting a toned and defined midsection is cardio. “Cardio is crucial,” Robinson says. Some of these activities include walking, running, jumping rope, swimming, bicycling and kickboxing. He says to start out with one activity that interests you and build from there. The best calorie burners are those that utilize the large muscle groups of the body which are the legs and the hips.

Running, stair climbing and jumping rope are all excellent examples. You should always consult your doctor before partaking in any rigorous or extremely physical activities.

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Robinson says these crunches are more challenging than regular floor sit-ups because the unsteadiness of the ball forces you to utilize more muscles of the core to stabilize yourself. “Consistency is the key to bringing out your abs,” he says. “Get on a fitness program, reduce your calories and keep your goal in mind. Before you know it those muscles will start to creep out from under your skin!”

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Chiropractic Care Offers Benefits Beyond Easing Neck and Back Pain

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ccording to a case study published late last fall in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health, a course of chiropractic care was successful in completely eliminating headaches a 13-year old male patient had been experiencing at least five hours a day for four years.

“Headaches are a common disorder affecting two-thirds of the world’s population,” says Troy-based Dr. Jamie Werner, D.C.,“ but we are still in the dark about all the causal factors and, in many instances, the most effective treatment options, which often depend on the mechanics of the specific type of headache presented. Experts have recognized 14 distinct types of headache.”

This particular case study concerns what is know as a cervicogenic headache, likely caused by poor joint function impacting the cervical spine and causing a malfunction of the nervous system. This type of headache presents symptoms such as “recurrent moderate to severe headaches arising from the neck." The cervical spine most often shows reduced range of motion, which causes pain spikes with certain movements of

the head and neck.

The initial chiropractic examination of the patient involved in this case study noted problems with posture and range of motion, along with “subluxations” in the thoracic and cervical spine.

“A subluxation is a misalignment of the spine that disturbs normal nervous system function,” says Dr. Werner.

“Many chiropractors, including myself, have special, nonintrusive technology that allows them to conduct thermal

Headaches are a common disorder affecting two-thirds of the world’s population... and Surface Electromyography (sEMG) tests to assist in locating where such conditions exist. Because we know that the nervous system is the master controller of almost all bodily functions,” Dr. Werner continued, “we are not surprised when improvement of nervous system function contributes greatly to normal bodily function in a wide variety of areas.”

After just six weeks of chiropractic care, the patient’s posture and range of motion improved significantly. More important to the young man, he was headache free for the first time in four years.

“There are certainly no guarantees with any course of care,” said Dr. Werner, who strives to keep current with the latest research and developments in health and wellness.

“And every case depends on the specific factors associated with that case. More research is needed, but we see, from time to time, individual case studies that give rise to hope for many.”

For more information, contact Dr. Werner, whose office is located at 4101 John R Rd Suite 300, Troy, or call 248680-7200. See ad page 21.

Reference: “Resolution of Headaches in a 13 Year-Old Following Restoration of Cervical Curvature Utilizing Chiropractic Biophysics: A Case Report,” by Curtis Fedorchuck, D.C., and Greg Wheeler, D.C., J. Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health, November 30, 2009.

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The researchers found that heavy multitaskers consistently underperform those who prefer to complete one task at a time.

Weaknesses include their inability to pay attention to detail, organize memory and switch from one job to the next.

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The kinds of produce identified as having anticancer properties include tomatoes, papaya, cantaloupe, cauliflower and broccoli. Drinking green tea also helps, as it contains an active compound that prevents and curbs the progression of prostate cancer.

In addition, various studies propose vitamin E, zinc and selenium as aids in reducing the risk of this type of cancer.

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U.S. Government Gets Behind Great Lakes Restoration The Obama administration has released a five-year blueprint for applying $2.2 billion to repair a century’s worth of damage to the Great Lakes. That resource is the backbone of several U.S. regional economies dependent on tourism, outdoor recreation, shipping and manufacturing and a source of drinking water for 30 million people. Last year, Congress approved the first installment of $475 million; Obama has requested $300 million more as of October. The giant ecosystem has been plagued by toxic contamination, shrinking wildlife habitat and invasive species, the latest threat being Asian carp.

The massive national and regional effort intends to improve water quality, clean up toxic hot spots and phosphorus runoff, eliminate invasive species and protect wetlands. Goals include saving key species like the lake sturgeon, now endangered due to overharvesting and habitat degradation.

Canadian activists have released a complementary plan calling for their government to get busy eliminating pollution and invasive species, and protecting water flows. Four of the five lakes border on both countries. “To see the Americans move on [this issue] will, we hope, force our federal and provincial governments to move in the same direction,” says Ontario Environment Minister John Gerretsen. “Substantial amounts of money are going to be required.”

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Great Lakes contain about 84 percent of the surface freshwater in North America and 21 percent of the world’s total supply.

California Opens First Ecosystems Immersion Experience Plants, animals and hands-on science populate nearly every inch of the 45,000-square-foot Ecosystems Experience at the California Science Center, in Los Angeles.

Highlights among the 11 environment experiences range from walking a 24-foot-long transparent tunnel through a 188,000-gallon display inhabited by a living kelp forest (the rainforests of the sea), to encountering a desert flash flood in a safe splash zone to conducting experiments on a polar ice wall.

The Rot Room, which shows how natural cycles depend upon processes of decomposition, courtesy of carnivorous insects, is a huge draw for kids.

Other exhibits spotlight river, island, rocky shore and urban ecosystems. An interactive Global Zone, which projects images onto a global map from inside a large sphere, lets visitors discover how the Earth transfers matter and energy through ocean currents, atmospheric circulation and the planet’s carbon and water cycles.

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Defense Department Broadens Protections for Endangered Species Pentagon records show that from 2004 to 2008, the U.S. Department of Defense invested $300 million to protect endangered species—more than the previous 10 years combined. Now the military plans to broaden those efforts affecting more than the 420 officially endangered or threatened species on its land to restore ecosystems that benefit 500 other species considered at risk. As the owner of 30 million relatively pristine acres that often comprise critical habitat, the military is working to honor conservation laws without curbing its training exercises.

The latest award-winning example heralded by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is at Fort Stewart, Georgia, where the army grooms its 279,000 acres to accommodate 20 protected species, including five endangered or threatened inhabitants. A partnership with conservation groups is working to preserve another 100,000 adjoining acres to prevent encroaching development. Next door, the Marine Corps’ Townsend Range is working to protect 15,000 acres of critical watershed on the Altamaha River, a haven for several threatened species. Both are part of the Defense Department’s annual preservation purchases budget, which grew to $56 million in 2009.

“Overall, the military has done a great job,” Kieran Suckling, of the Center for Biological Diversity, told The New York Times, despite some activities that still conflict with wildlife concerns, such as the Navy’s use of mid-frequency sonar in whale and dolphin habitats. Army Deputy Assistant Secretary Tad Davis adds that, “Ten years ago, you would have had a three- or four-star general stomping up and down” if the Pentagon ordered such wildlife preservation measures. “Now they just ask, ‘How do I get it done?’”

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Dad’s Involvement with Young Kids Aids Achievement A study by the University of Illinois attests that fathers who change diapers and engage in a range of playful activities with their young children stay more involved as their offspring grow older. Families also realize positive effects on the youngsters’ academic achievement and social skills, findings that are supported by earlier studies. Significantly, the researchers found that when fathers build close, loving relationships with their children in the preschool years, they’re “writing a script” that determines how connected they are, and that script will continue past early childhood.

Affectionate gestures establish and continue that involvement.

“That can be as simple as a father winking at his three-year-old,” says Brent McBride, professor of human development at the university. In contrast, fathers who seek to establish a close bond when the child is older have a more difficult time because, McBride warns, “the moment has passed.”

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Healing the Root Cause of Addiction with Ayurveda

by Linda Sechrist

Ayurveda means the “Science of Life,” a holistic view of keeping our bodies in balance by combining applied principles of yoga, meditation and diet.

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t’s no secret that individuals who adopt unconscious ways to escape from stress and conflict can often become victims of their own self-destructive habits and behavioral patterns. “Conflict creates stress and addictions, like [to] alcohol, food, work, sex and drugs,” says Yogi Amrit Desai, founder of Kripalu Yoga. “Addictions are antidotes that pro-

vide a temporary escape from the stress-producing, conflictcreating reactions you have about what you are doing, where you are going and who you are with. Addiction, which is only an effect, occurs when you continue to use inappropriate external resources to reduce stress and restore a sense of balance, while failing to resolve the cause of the stress hidden in the unconscious.”

Desai further explains how the body’s own homeostasis works to naturally regulate the internal polarities of tension and relaxation. However, when the amount of tension exceeds what can be balanced by relaxation, people call the unresolved tension stress.

“It is important to recognize that most people don’t know the difference between tension and stress,” cautions Desai. He observes that stressors—thoughts and reactions to our lifestyle, relationships, work environment and family life—are introduced through the ego mind. Emotionally charged thoughts and feelings of blame, shame or guilt then get metabolized into our biological body system. Stored in the form of toxins and neuro-glandular imbalances, these feelings create energy blocks that prevent the free flow of energy, or prana, the body’s self-healing wisdom. Energy blocks may take the form of muscular tensions and weakness in liver, kidney and digestive functions. Gradual decline results in a progressive deterioration of biological processes and consequently can manifest in external symptoms of fatigue,

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fear, anxiety and insecurity.

“But, when our thoughts are free from stressful emotional feelings, they naturally pass like clouds without leaving footprints in our biology,” counsels Desai, whose approach to Ayurveda is designed to solve addictions by resolving internal causes of stress.

“Shift your focus inward to your inner source, instead of reaching for external distractions; go within to resolve any excess tension and all surface symptoms will begin to erode,” advises Desai, who points out that addictions prevent us from connecting to the innermost core of our being. With the release of unconscious, stress-producing conflicts, an individual naturally becomes more securely established in their core self; thus, their life force is freed to activate and accelerate the power of pranic healing.

Ayurveda, a holistic health system and sister science of yoga, works from the outside in; yoga works from the inside out. Yoga physically initiates an unfolding of the spirit and a consequent transformation. Ayurveda initiates the same process, beginning with in-depth purification of body and mind. Ayurvedic treatments such as diet, nutritional herbs and an herbal detoxification process known as panchakarma, as well as meditation, not only work hand-in-hand to create a shift on a physical level, they also remove unconscious blocks that create chronic stress.

Desai’s approaches to yoga and ayurvedic treatments are focused on working on subtle pranic levels of healing. Ayurvedic treatments are geared towards restoring energetic balance, according to an individual’s physical and psychological constitution, which are considered to be interrelated and interactive. Healthful herbs and recommended lifestyle changes are precisely tailored to an individual’s primary psycho-physiological constitutional type— vata, which controls movement; pitta, which rules metabolism; or kapha, which controls structure. This approach determines an effective program of diet, exercise and other regular measures vital for maintaining inner balance and reducing stress.

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kayaking’s multifaceted health benefits, which typically include a harmonizing effect on mind, body and spirit.

water. Power for propelling the kayak comes from the paddler’s core muscles and is primarily achieved through torso rotation; this engages the larger, more powerful, back and abdominal muscles.

It makes sense that toning the core muscles helps to alleviate lower back pain often associated with middle age.

The forward stroke also draws power from the lower body, which is why it’s important to have a firm foot brace system in the kayak; as the paddler uses his right arm to draw the right paddle blade through the water, he pushes with the corresponding foot, which transfers that energy from the lower body through the upper portion of the stroke. At the same time, his left arm bends and pushes out from the shoulder towards the bow of the kayak, providing each stroke an added kick of thrust. Thus, kayaking becomes an allencompassing workout.

Whether to help maintain a high level of fitness or indulge in more relaxed “lily dipping” on nature’s ponds, using proper techniques makes kayaking both enjoyable and physically beneficial.

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Contrary to what many believe, kayaking does not demand aggressive arm action or upper body strength. The biomechanics of stroke efficiency are readily achieved through coordination between the paddler, paddle, boat and

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tain bone density and boost metabolism.

Of course, burning extra calories functions as an aid to weight loss, which in turn relieves stress on joints, as well.

Advances in equipment, such as lighter paddles with narrower blades and ergonomic shafts, help to maximize efficiency and offset the effects of the repetitive motions of paddling.

Mental Benefits Most people in today’s fast-paced, high-tech world are looking for ways to relieve stress associated with their busy lives. For those seeking greater adventure, kayaking can be elevated to offer the challenges of expedition travel.

Those seeking the solace of softer adventure revel in gliding through secluded lakes and hearing unforgettable bird calls. Always, kayaking can serve as a meditative, environmentally friendly water sport alternative that everyone

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Social Benefits Kayaking clubs and paddling centers provide opportunities to meet and mingle with kindred spirits who share a healthy respect for nature. It’s often considered to be a leisurely social activity and a preferred, environmentally conscious way to feel at one with nature. Paddling, a necessary means of transportation for native peoples and explorers in the Americas, is today a pleasant and healthy way to integrate with history, heritage, nature and geography.

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■ Avoid higher seat backs; they may look comfortable, but can actually impede smooth torso rotation and contribute to lower back pain.

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■ Keep a low profile to each paddle stroke to minimize wind deflection and help keep arms and shoulders aligned. Try to have the top paddling hand reach its highest point at eye level.

■ It’s common for kayakers to develop some numbness in their feet over the course of an outing. Here are a few tricks to help eliminate the problem: ● Use an inflatable or foam cushion to hold thighs in a braced position to help alleviate pressure points. ● Ensure foot braces are correctly positioned on the balls of the feet. ● Install heel pads to relieve stress and keep feet warm in cold water conditions. ● Stretch the legs and wiggle toes often while paddling.

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iscarded vegetable ends, eggshells, coffee grounds and lawn clippings… most of us throw away a huge amount of compostable material. What could be a significant environmental asset, if transformed into nutritious garden soil, has become instead a major environmental problem.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that yard trimmings and food residuals together account for 26 percent of our total municipal solid waste stream. Also, unnecessary food waste doesn’t just happen at home— it’s a fact of life for most restaurants, stadiums, convention centers, hotels, schools and anywhere else people gather to eat.

Choosing to turn scraps into rich fertile soil, courtesy of beneficial bacteria and fungi, has multiple advantages.

It creates rich humus for high-yield crops, works to suppress plant diseases and pests and limits the need for chemical fertilizers. Those same organic scraps have a devastating effect on the

environment when they are trapped in oxygen-starved landfills. Due to their highly compacted nature, organic waste is not able to fully decompose and releases methane—a global warming gas that’s 25 times more damaging to air quality than carbon dioxide.

Part of the challenge is that there’s no widespread collection system in place to encourage or require municipal composting. Unlike the bottles and cans we place in handy curbside bins, or the newspapers and cardboard we tie and separate for recycling trucks, food waste doesn’t yet have designated places to be taken to. A few cities are changing that model, but others are slow to follow.

Seattle was the first to require households to compost food waste; San Francisco was the first to add businesses and restaurants. These progressive cities provide green compost carts for food scraps, including meat, bones, seafood and dairy plus soiled paper, like tea bags, coffee filters and greasy pizza boxes;

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and yard trimmings including grasses, branches and leaves. All of these can thus be safely diverted from landfills.

But where city collection of compostable materials is not yet a reality, clean composting at home is an answer. Whether in an urban apartment or a suburban home, composting has never been simpler.

“Keeping your pile aerated is key to keeping it odor-free,” counsels Elle MacKenna, a home improvement contractor and design consultant. “A good mix of materials will allow oxygen in, keeping smells away and helping your pile compost quicker.” She suggests adding moist, shredded newspaper or thin cardboard to give some variety to the compost make-up.

Farmer Annie Farrell, of Millstone Farm, in Wilton, Connecticut, which specializes in heirloom, organic vegetables and heritage (pure-bred) chickens, sheep and pigs, says composting at home is as simple as investing in three metal or plastic garbage cans designated for the purpose of food waste and yard scraps.

She sets the three cans off the ground using cinder blocks, drilling half-inch holes into the cans to allow air to circulate. Next, she layers foliage clippings, food matter and old newspapers in what she describes as a “lasagna-like mix,” in bin number one.

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DO YOU KNOW YOUR ORAL HEALTH SCORES FOR GUM DISEASE?

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um disease (known as periodontitis) is a silent disease. It is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. You can’t see it. There’s usually no pain. Often times, you don’t even know you have it. If left untreated, gum disease just gets worse and can compromise your oral health and your overall health.

It is possible to have periodontal disease and have no warning signs.

Research has demonstrated that as many as 3 out of 4 people will experience some form of gum disease in their lifetime. There are many reasons to take gum disease seriously. The latest research studies tell us that gum disease may increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s Disease, delivering a preterm, low birth-weight baby, and other serious health risks.

“There are many tests that help doctors predict our risk of developing certain diseases,” says Heather Pranzarone Stratton, DDS, a Family and Cosmetic Dentist in Shelby Twp. “We routinely get our blood pressure taken to assess our risk of hypertension. A blood pressure of higher than 120/80 is considered high risk and in need of treatment. We get our cholesterol checked to assess our risk of heart disease. A cholesterol score of higher than 200 is considered high risk and in need of treatment. There are even genetic tests for breast and ovarian cancer and colorectal cancer that tell us if we are in an extremely high risk category for developing these cancers,” continued Dr. Heather.

“Most of us do not question the validity of these results and accept that the treatment that is recommended by our doctor is necessary to better our overall health and reduce these risks.”

“At our office, we are very proud to offer every one of our patients a state-of-the-art, easy to understand and scientifically validated risk assessment tool for gum disease,” said Dr. Heather. “This specialized computer software is an easy tool that you will receive at every routine hygiene therapy and oral cancer screenings

appointment at no extra cost. The software reports provide us with a Periodontal Disease Risk Score that tells us, on a scale from 1-5, the probability you have of developing gum disease in your lifetime. It also provides us with a Periodontal Disease Score, on a scale of 1-100, which tells us how healthy you are right now.”

Each of these websites offers basic information, plus its own helpful advice.

Why is this important? The earlier that gum disease is diagnosed the faster it can be halted it in its tracks.

Gum disease affects more than just your teeth and gums. Treatment methods depend upon the type of disease and how far the condition has progressed.

That is why regular dental checkups and periodontal examinations, as well as, good oral hygiene at home are essential to help keep gum disease from becoming more serious or recurring. You don’t have to lose teeth to gum disease.

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“No one wants to lose teeth. No one wants to risk heart disease. No one wants to risk diabetes. No one wants to risk cancer,” said Dr. Heather.

“Knowing your Oral Health Scores is the first step toward healthier teeth and gums. It allows us to chart your course to better oral health. Remember that if caught early enough, gum disease can be reversed or prevented altogether.” Dr. Heather added, “Now is the time to find out if you are at risk for gum disease. There can be no greater peace of mind than knowing you are protecting your health.”

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WHAT WORKS: Dr. Oz’ 25 Greatest Men’s Health Tips

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atients are among my best teachers.

They’ve taught me how to communicate clearly—and how to live a better life.

On The Dr. Oz Show, I’ve learned that once people are emotionally involved, change happens quickly, especially if they feel that their behavior is letting loved ones down.

Large-scale change seems daunting. We want simple routines that we can automatically follow.

Adopt some of the steps described here, which work for me and that anyone can do, and you will like your life more in just a couple of weeks.

Plus, you’ll live longer.

1: Roll on the Floor Laughing Laughing not only eases stress, promotes social bonding and lowers blood pressure; it may also boost your immune system. So bring some humor into your life, whether it’s through friends, a television show or something else that tickles your funny bone.

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2: Don’t Skip Breakfast Eating fiber in the morning means less hunger late in the afternoon, when you’re most likely to feel tired and gorge yourself on sugar. My morning dose comes from steel-cut oatmeal, usually mixed with raisins, walnuts and flaxseed oil. An early start on eating also keeps your metabolism more active throughout the day; breakfast eaters are thinner than people who just rush out the door.

3: Hit the Sack Jay and Dave are funny, but they’re not worth the strain on your system. Seven hours of sleep a night not only helps you live longer, it also lowers your stress, sharpens your memory and reduces cravings for pants-splitting foods. Set a bedtime and stick to it. My target is 10:30 p.m. I record the late shows and then watch them the next day as I pedal a stationary bike.

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6: Taste the Colors

4: Admire Your Work

Don’t be so trigger-happy with the flusher. Turn around and take a look at your poop, which speaks volumes about your gut and overall health. Poop should be smooth and S-shaped, like your colon. If it comes out too lumpy, or drops into the bowl like marbles, you’re constipated; increase your fiber and water intake.

5: Don’t Pamper Your Bad Back

Even if you’re hunched over in agony, spending more time in bed will only make a bad back worse. The latest research shows that bed rest weakens back muscles and prolongs the suffering. Married men with this problem may suffer more than single men because they’re tempted to lie back and enjoy all the pampering they receive. The best solution is to get up, take a pain reliever and be a soldier.

Foods with bright, rich colors are packed with flavonoids and carotenoids, powerful compounds that bind with the damaging free radicals in your body, lowering inflammation. Eat nine fistfuls of colorful fruits and vegetables each day and you’ll reap the benefits without having to give up other foods. Whenever I shop the produce aisle, I’m reminded that these foods are often more powerful than the drugs sold in pharmacies. My favorites are arugula and blueberries.

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If you plan to spend your later years eating more than yogurt and apple sauce, invest in some floss. No matter how thoroughly or long you brush your teeth, you’re missing a good portion of their total surface.

That’s like washing one armpit after a workout. But the dangers of skipping floss go beyond hygiene: The bacteria that linger can increase your risk of heart disease.

8: Take a Deep Belly Breath

Do this anywhere, anytime. Push out your bellows and suck air through your nose until your lungs are full.

They’ll fill with nitric oxide, a chemical found in the back of your nose that opens up blood vessels.

The dose of oxygen will make you feel happier and more alert. This is my secret technique for calming down in the face of challenges.

9: Join a Yoga Class

Yoga is the most important exercise of my daily routine. Being surrounded by beautiful women in spandex should be reason enough to join a class, but if you need more motivation, consider this: Yoga eases stress, lowers blood pressure, slows heart rate and increases flexibility. There’s nothing mystical about it. Loosening your muscles will make them more adaptable, so you may be less likely to injure yourself playing

sports. Sure, some of the poses may look ridiculous, but that’s for a reason.

Yoga can reach and work muscles that are ignored during routine sports and daily life. My favorite maneuver is the sun salutation.

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10 pounds in a year. Calorie restriction has been shown to lengthen life (in rats and monkeys). I cut back once a year to reset my appetite and taste buds.

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Professionals can help keep you in good health, but the responsibility ultimately falls on you. Seek a second opinion before undergoing any medical procedure, because 30 percent of the time, that opinion will change the diagnosis or plan. Keep a written medical history and educate yourself about any family problems. You might even consider signing onto Microsoft HealthVault or Google Health, so your files would be accessible in case you find yourself in trouble away from home.

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That number should be less than half your height. For my six-foot, one-inch frame, for example, I need to keep my waist under 36.5 inches. If avoiding heart attacks and diabetes isn’t enough motivation to eliminate that gut, consider this: For every point your body mass index is over 25, your testosterone drops 3 percent, which isn’t very manly.

14: Go Green

I drink green tea three times a day.

It’s packed with heart-boosting and cancer-stopping polyphenols that black tea doesn’t offer. These beneficial chemicals are lost when it’s fermented. Green tea also delivers a boost of alertness, but from a smaller dose of caffeine than black tea.

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15: Sweat Until You’re Wet

If you can work up a sweat for just one hour a week, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including a reduced risk of heart attack, better mood and lower blood pressure. I like interval training on the elliptical, with 15 pull-ups and 15 dips after every 10 minutes. Your muscles will become more efficient, so you’ll have more stamina for more enjoyable activities that also work up a sweat.

16: Save Some Money

Most people rank personal finance as their number one stressor, usually because they feel powerless about it.

Stress not only shortens lives, it also drives people to habits like smoking, drinking or binge eating.

Keep some money in a special bank account, safe from your lust for a new television, and you’ll establish an emotional comfort zone with major health benefits.

18: Know Your Numbers, then Aim Lower

Take the part of your brain dedicated to your local steak house’s phone number and reassign it to your heart’s vital signs. These include blood pressure (which ideally should be below 115 over 75), LDL cholesterol (under 100), resting heart rate (under 70), and fasting blood sugar (under 100). If your numbers aren’t ideal, change your diet until they improve.

19: Add Some Weights

Just 30 minutes twice a week spent lifting weights can build significant muscle mass.

What’s more, working all that muscle burns tons of calories, making it a great way to lose your gut, too. Don’t have weights? Try lifting yourself: Pull-ups are the most valuable musclebuilding exercises I do. Trainer Bob Greene pointed out to me that pull-ups work the back, pecs, arms and belly all at once. Because you’re lifting yourself, you’ll think twice before eating that doughnut, because you’ll just have to lift it later. A simple setup in a door frame is convenient and inexpensive.

20: Grab Your Nuts

Nuts are among the best sources of healthful fats and protein around. I keep a bag of walnuts in my fridge and use their massive dose of omega-3 fatty acids to boost my brainpower while I see patients. Half of a handful eaten about 30 minutes before a meal will temper your appetite and help you avoid the drive-thru.

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WHAT DOESN’T WORK According to information found in the Congressional Record (S.J. Res. 179), many men are reluctant to visit their health center or physician for regular screening examinations for reasons ranging from fear to lack of information or cost. Dr. Harvey Simon, author of The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men’s Health, says that 30 percent of American men don’t have a regular doctor and that many of those men fall into two mentalities: ■ The John Wayne mentality: The macho idea holds that men have to be strong and just grit their teeth and not think about their vulnerabilities, but go straight ahead.

■ Ostrich mentality: Afraid to face up to their vulnerabilities, these men feel that by putting their head in the sand, maybe the problem(s) will all just go away.

Dr. Simon suggests that such attitudes, combined with other risky or foolish behavior, could be responsible for the shorter life expectancy of men compared to women.

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21: No, Seriously, Grab Your Nuts

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15 to 35, but it’s usually curable if caught early enough. I strongly urge you to grab your testicles and check them for bumps at least once a month. Each testicle should feel smooth and slightly soft, and one should hang slightly lower than the other, like two avocados (which, in Aztec, actually means “testicles”) growing on a tree.

22: Hit the Dance Floor

Crosswords and card games aren’t the only way to keep a brain razor sharp. It turns out that any kind of dancing with complex moves is stimulating enough to give neurons a workout. Even the simplest moves provide some physical exercise. So don’t be such a wallflower on your next night out. As a bonus, dancing may help you with tip number 17.

23: Do Your Penis a Favor

Step on a treadmill. Men who exercise enough to burn 200 calories a day significantly lower their chances of impotence.

That’s because impotence often has the same cause as heart attacks: blocked arteries. Your penis is like a dipstick for your arteries, so check it. If you’re interested in keeping it up later in life, lace up the sneakers now.

24: Learn to Cook

Do you think you know how much butter goes into preparing those mashed potatoes at a restaurant? You’re probably off by half. If you can cook, you not only save money, but also gain control over what goes into your meals. Plus, for most women, a man who knows how to cook is as sexy as one who stars in movies. I have trouble boiling water. Thankfully, I’m already married.

25: Some Pills Should Be Popped

The indoor life gives modern man protection from the elements. Unfortunately, roughly half of us are deficient in vitamin D, for which the sun is a major source. This crucial vitamin may aid in fighting cancer, diabetes and heart disease. I take a 1,000 IU supplement each morning.

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Yoga is an anchor in my life. It’s hard to imagine what life would be like without yoga. Physically, it’s always been there for me from childhood. In my teens and early 20s, I surfed and participated in martial arts competitions. Yoga not only gave me a background for all the sports I participated in, it provided a platform for my athletic training and helped heal and rebuild my body after injuries.

In my 30s, and now my 40s, yoga has been my pillar as I enter new phases of life. In challenging times, yoga has been like a friend that helped me work through stress and emotions. It’s a tool that continues to help me find peace and freedom, as well as personal power.

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YOGA A Conversation with Baron Baptiste

Which yoga skill is the most useful in everyday life?

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or 20 years, Baron Baptiste, founder of Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga, has served as an inspirational yoga teacher, author and leader in the realm of personal transformation.

He has influenced the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world and across cultures. Here, he comments on yoga’s life-changing benefits.

What is Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga?

Baptiste yoga focuses on what creates results for people on the physical, mental and emotional levels, so that they can feel more empowered and at ease in their everyday lives. I developed this style of power yoga over many years of working with men, women and youths.

It adapts to an individual’s level of ability and encourages students to integrate universal timeless and spiritual principles into their daily lives.

Why should yoga students feel part of a global community?

Yoga means union, and is practiced throughout the world, regardless of lan-

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with the body, which we consider to be an anchor for the mind. For example, when an individual who lives largely in their head is asked to connect with their breath, foot or leg while holding a yoga pose, they immediately come into the present moment.

This is a strong tool to take off the mat and into everyday life.

When we take the time to connect again and again throughout the day to our breath or to our body, we are drawn away from the mental concepts and imaginings of the mind and back to our center. This simple act empowers us in all situations and in our relationships.

How have yoga disciplines bettered relationships within your family?

The true effectiveness of yoga shows when we take our practice into life situations. I have three sons, ages 17, 14 and 10. Teenagers communicate on a different level because they are trying to make their own way in the world and find their sense of self; I now find myself interacting with my two older sons on a new level. When they were younger, I called the shots, but now they want to do that, which results in a back-and-forth dance of communication.

When I am practicing yoga, I find that instead of reacting to their challenges from a position of control, I am centered, calm and less reactive. Rather than giving them something to rebel against, I am able to respond more consciously.

Overall, when I am centered and grounded in my body and breathing, I’m not in my head, intellectualizing about what is happening. Rather, I’m connected with my heart center. Immediately, my perception shifts from thoughts of the past or future into the present, which is the best place to be, because I’m with “what is, as is,” and I can respond from a place of compassion. I like that I feel more complete when I’m engaged with my children.

What advice do you give someone who wants to begin a yoga practice?

An all-day immersion experience is a great way to start. Then, practicing yoga daily for at least 20 to 30 minutes is better than practicing for one hour three times a week A regular yoga practice has cumulative results: The body changes and becomes stronger, deals better with stress and benefits from enhanced energy flows; practitioners enjoy an overall feeling of well-being and a sense of ease within their own body.

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by Tracy DiNunzio There’s No Place Like Home ~ From venues to menus, couples are making efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and cut their budgets by keeping celebrations “all in the neighborhood.”

Backyard weddings are helping guests cut back on travel, and caterers are responding to clients’ demands for more locally produced food. Wedding favors and decorations now come from local artisans and shops.

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flowers are expensive, plus, they’re grown with pesticides and have a huge carbon footprint, so couples are instead decorating with living succulents and paper flowers. Many will eschew the floral look altogether by using soy candles, fruit and found objects for table centerpieces and bouquets.

Wedding Planning Goes Digital ~ From blogs to Facebook, wedding planning has become an online community affair. “More and more, brides are turn-

ing to wedding forums to look for fresh wedding ideas and the latest wedding trends, as well as resources,” says Christine Dyer, founder of BridalTweet. com. Brides are connecting with each other for advice, support and are even trading recommendations for vendors and other service providers on community-based social networks like BrideShare.net.

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The Hunt For BURIED TREASURE Geocaching With Man’s Best Friend

by Patricia Komar

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ummer trailheads can tempt even the most diehard computer fans to push away from desktops, lace up hiking boots, pack dog treats and trek into the great outdoors to become their own search engines in pursuit of hidden treasures. What they’re after is the next geocache. Geo means “Earth” and cache is French for “a hiding place to temporarily store items.” This year, Geocaching.com celebrates its 10th anniversary, with nearly 2 million Earth-friendly hunters seeking a current total of more than a million active caches around the world.

A geocache searcher ventures forth equipped with a handheld global positioning system (GPS) receiver, a set of designated longitude and latitude coordinates, trail descriptions and cryptic clues posted on the website. New Jersey geocacher Jeff Smith also takes along his Scottish terrier mix. “What fascinates me is that there’s a goal to the hike,” he grins. “My pooch loves it.”

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But he adds that it’s important to be a bit secretive and avoid attracting attention from non-geocachers who may become alerted to the presence of treasure. “Bringing a dog can be helpful; after all, you’re ‘just out walking your dog.’”

The fast-growing sport started in 2000, when Dave Ulmer, a computer consultant, filled a container with software, money and a video, book, cassette recorder and can of black-eyed peas, as well as a slingshot handle and a logbook with the notation “GPS Stash #1.” He hid it in the Oregon woods, made note of the coordinates using his GPS, posted it on a website and called it “The Great American GPS Stash Hunt.” His only rule: “Take something, leave something.”

The idea took off like wildfire and the word stash soon changed to cache. Delve deeper and we discover the story of a 19th-century traveling salesman who left his calling card hidden in a jar in the English countryside with instructions that whoever found it should add his own card. Soon, people began planting boxes with self-addressed letters or postcards as their calling cards. The next traveler who came along and found one of the boxes would take the letter, mail it and leave a letter in its place. It sounds a bit like “Who’s got mail?” (See Letterboxing.org.)

To get started as a geocacher, simply log onto the geocaching website, type in a location and sort through the many hits of hidden caches. Caches can be concealed anywhere, from wilderness areas to inner-city parks. Forms also vary, from traditional (ammo can or Lock & Lock brand divided tray) or micro-caches (film canister, breath mint tin) to theme or benchmark caches and virtual caches that designate a special point of interest, such as a dazzling sunset overlook, secret grove or panoramic view.

Earth caches promote education; visitors learn about geological processes, resource management and scientific investigation procedures. Mystery and puzzle caches challenge searchers by offering puzzles, problems or mathematical equations to be solved in order to determine the coordinates.

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After finding a cache, there are three basic rules to follow: 1. Sign the logbook, and if you take an item, leave an item of equal or greater value.

2. Return the cache to its original hiding place.

3. Cache In Trash Out (CITO). Geocachers often participate in cleaning up the environment by bringing a trash bag and picking up the occasional litter. For coordinated worldwide cleanup events, log onto Geocaching.com/cito.

George Hornberger, an avid geocacher from Vienna, Virginia, echoes a common sentiment: “I’m a kid at heart,” he says, “so hunting for hidden treasure using grown-up technological toys is perfect for me. I’ve been introduced to several nearby parks and natural areas that I’d never visited until going to hunt for a cache there. The moment of joy when my family finds the cache we’re hunting for is very satisfying.”

Geocaching, say organizers, helps indoor entertainment junkies put the active back into interactive.

Patricia Komar is a freelance writer in British Columbia, Canada. She, her husband and their Lab/border collie and cairn terrier dogs are avid geocachers. Connect via email at Komar2@telus.net.

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Smoke originally was used to drive away bugs while lending a tasty flavor to their meat-preparing process. This slow, low temperature method of outdoor cooking still employs an indirect heat source, like hot coals, and cooking times of between two and 12 hours. In some recipes, burning Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified mesquite or wood chips adds a smoky flavor to the food; in others, it tenderizes it. Grilling, by contrast, uses higher temperatures and direct

heat from flames. Cooking times range between three and 30 minutes and grilled meats rarely have a smoky taste.

Charcoal Choices

Lump Charcoal ~ A favorite choice of “green” grillers, lump charcoal is made of either natural wood (from trees or sawmills) or processed wood (from building material scraps, furniture remnants, pallets, flooring scraps, etc.). FSC-certified charcoal and coconut shell charcoal are good bets.

Lump charcoal will burn hot and fast if unlimited oxygen is available, so it is best suited for grills that allow the user to control the airflow.

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Spiritual Growth - Being Your Highest Self 6:30pm-8:30pm. Spiritual Growth class is all about tapping into higher consciousness that is available for those of you who want to grow spiritually, to raise your vibration, and to be your Higher Self in your everyday life. Class is a combination of lecture, discussion, reading and meditation. $15.00. Soothe Your Soul, 20 Hudson Street, Oxford. Pam Ziskie or Hannah Schroeder 248-236-9855. See ad page 47.

THURSDAY, JUNE 3 Detoxification Talk - 5:45pm. The class will discuss the use of metabolic detoxification programs. $25. The Downing Clinic, 5715 Bella Rose Ste 100, Clarkston. 248-625-6677. See ad page 9.

How to Save the World: One Man, One Cow, One Planet - 7pm-9pm. DVD showing of Peter Proctor, soil scientist and "father" of modern biodynamic farming in India. Post film commentary

by Matthew Yankee, Tree House Natural Foods, will discuss the biodynamic movement in Southeast MI and strategies for local involvement. FREE. Southeast Michigan Group of the Sierra Club, 23925 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield. Carol Izant 248-352-6137.

Holocaust Memorial Center Cooking Class 7pm-. Learn to make traditional Jewish Short Ribs, accompanied by jasmine rice with raisins, from Local Chef and Food Writer Annabel Cohen. Chef Cohen, a volunteer with the museum, will share this fabulous family recipe and will have delicious samples to share. Space is limited, so please register early on line or at the Customer Service Desk.

FRIDAY, JUNE 4 First Free Fridays - 9 am-8 pm. New patients may try an acupuncture treatment free on the first Friday of each month. Please call for an appointment.

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Holistic Practitioners, Artwork, Jewelry, Food, Music, Speakers, Vendors, Demonstrations & More. Peace Unity’s Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad page 46.

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Science, Health and Spirituality Festival - 11am4pm. Unity Church of Lake Orion. Vendors, body workers, speakers and Author's tent. 248-391-9211.

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Greyheart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption 12-4pm. Rocko's Pet Depot Meet and Greet, 47202 Hayes Rd, Macomb Twp. Info: 866-Get-Grey.

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M 8 limbs of yoga: Exploring yoga philosophy 12:30-3 pm. Are you curious about how to bring the pphilosophy of yoga into your asana practice, as well as into your daily life? We will discuss philosophy from Patanjali's Yoga Sutra and how to apply to everyday living. $20. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-5560992. See ad page 54.

The Advantages of HypnoBirthing - 10am. FREE preview is for anyone who is pregnant or who is thinking about becoming pregnant. Join Janice Rex-Weaver of Peaceful Birthing and a 2-time HypnoBirthing Mom, to discover reasons why this gentle and calm birthing method is so successful for so many women. Mental Fitness Center, 425 Main Ste 201, Rochester. Info/reg: 248-601-3111.

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MONDAY, JUNE 7 La Leche League of North Oakland County 10am-12pm. Breastfeeding Support For mothers and mothers-to-be who want to breastfeed. Babies and toddlers are welcome! FREE. Ortonville United Methodist Church, 93 N Church Street. Info: Jillian 248-627-5893.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 12 River Day - 9am-Noon. Come out and help clean up the North Branch of the Clinton River and get a free T-shirt! FREE plus vehicle entry permit.

Preregistration not req’d. Huron Clinton Metropark Farm Center. Info: 800-477-3315.

Intro to Permaculture Talk - 10-11am. An international movement aimed at re-designing our lives, landscapes and communities in a manner in sync with the natural laws and the natural world.

Jared Bogdanov-Hanna discusses the history, design principles and real life examples. FREE. Shelby Farmers Market, 49965 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Twp. (between 22 & 23 Mile Rds) 586-943-5785.

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Learn about Geothermal - 11am. Larry Kaufman, DTE's Energy Guru, will be providing a free energy class on geothermal. FREE. Upland Hills, Oxford.

Info: 248-693-1021. See ad page 52.

markyourcalendar SATURDAY, JUNE 12 Reiki Level I Training - 12-7pm. Reiki promotes natural healing, balances organs and glands stimulates creativity and personal growth, enhances awareness, assists in meditation and positive thinking, relaxes and reducess stress, strengthens the immune system, relieves pain and adapts to receivers needs. Class includes manual, journal, vegan/vegetarian meal, a Reiki I attunement hands on learning experience and certfication. $125.00 per student. Pre-registration required. $125.00. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515.

See ad page 55.

How to Prepare Homemade Baby Food - 1pm.

Join Erica & Kelly, founders of InternetMom and two full time working moms that have mastered homemade baby food preparations while still juggling work, travel, and family. Learn the secrets to preparing fresh, homemade baby food for moms that are on the go. Info: Erica 248-881-0836. Space limited. FREE. Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills. Mike Hack 248-371-1407.

Holistic Wellness for a Whole You - 2-3pm. Becky Stevens, Internationally Renowned Medical Intuitive and Healer, will be presenting this FREE seminar on safe and effective options for healing and wellness through medical intuition, energy healing, herbal, homeopathic, vibropathic remedies and JMT. Anytime Fitness Center, 30110 Harper, St Clair Shores. Info: 586-468-5723. See ad page 5.

VegMichigan Dinner Club: Red Pepper Deli 7pm. Join us on this month's dinner outing as we enjoy raw vegan cuisine. Red Pepper Deli, 116 W. Main St., Northville. $15/person. RSVP by 6/10 at 877-778-3464.

Wild Ones River Day Event - 9am-2pm. Wild Ones North Oakland Chapter and River of Life host FREE fun filled activities for entire family at Depot Park (375 Depot Park, Clarkston) in honor of this annual Clinton River Watershed event. Info: Laura Gruzwalski 248-454-6856.

Whole Baby Day - noon-3pm. Babies, babies everywhere! Looking to raise your little pumpkin the all natural way? Head over to check out what’s new for baby this year. Enjoy samples and information.

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Greyheart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption 12-4pm. East Point PetCo Meet and Greet, 22631 Gratiot Rd, Eastpoint. Info: 866-Get-Grey.

Massage for a Cause - 1-3pm. Join us for the ultimate massage for a cause partnership; for just a $1/minute you can get a massage from massage therapist Tina Johnson. Proceeds go to The Greening of Detroit! After your massage get some free organic seedlings, while supplies last! Whole Foods Market, 2880 W. Maple, Troy. Dawn Danhausen 248-6499600.

Feldenkrais® Training Introduction - 10am-Noon.

FREE Training introduction to the Michigan/Ontario Feldenkrais Professional Training Program. Movement and Healing Center, Colombiere Conference Center, 5386 Bronco, Clarkston. Info: 248-9229234. See ad page 6.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 15 St. Elizabeth Feast Day - 6-7:30pm. This program includes a Spring Wildgathering Walk to gather women's herbs and we'll look for wild roses, Elizabeth's signature flower. Tea and treats featuring roses afterward. Handout included, must register ahead $10. Hilltop Barn, 4073 North Lk. Rd, Columbiaville. Cassey Mieslik 810-793-2401.

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Join Sandra L. Waters, RN and learn why you cannot lose weight and about hidden nutritional thyroid dysfunction. Discover what foods to avoid; and the right foods to choose. Free thyroid scan using Nutrition Response Testing. FREE. Whole Foods, 7350 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 20 Father’s Day Hike - Sunday, June 20, Visit the Mill on Father’s Day, and take him on a hike on the Mother Earth Trail. Cake and punch served at noon.

FREE plus vehicle entry permit. Preregistration not req’d. Wolcott Mill Metropark Historic Center, Ray Twp. Info: 586-752-5932.

Father’s Day Wagon Rides & Hot Dogs - Noon3pm. Take dad out for a wagon ride, then enjoy a hot dog roast. $5/person (dads free!) plus vehicle entry permit. Preregistration req’d. Stony Creek Metropark Nature Center near Rochester/ Washington Township. Info: 586-781-9113.

markyourcalendar MONDAY, JUNE 21ST THRU THURSDAY JUNE 24TH PEACE CAMP - 9:30am-3:30pm. Ages 6-12. Empowering Peace Makers, creating: self-understanding, generosity of Spirit and Servant Leaders. Peace Unity’s Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad page 46.

MONDAY, JUNE 21 Digestion Issues? Nothing Working? - 7- 8:30pm.

Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist will discuss hidden causes of Acid Reflux, Crohn’s, Gas, Bloating, Diarrhea! Don’t let digestive problems rule your life! FREE. Learn drugless solutions.

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Summer Solstice - 6-9pm. A Celebration of Fun, Friends, & Festivites to mark the beginning of summer. A major celestial event, the Summer Solstice results in the longest day and the shortest night of the year. FREE. Integrative Health & Wellness, 314 South Main Street, Rochester. Diane Fornari 248-650-5100. See ad page 28.

THURSDAY, JUNE 24 Candida Awareness & Relief- 5:45-7:45pm. $25.

The Downing Clinic, 5715 Bella Rose Ste 100, Clarkston. Register: 248-625-6677. See ad page 9.

FRIDAY JUNE 25 Green Baby Grand Re-Opening - 2-6pm. Also Sat 6/25. Green Baby is hosting its grand re-opening.

Check our website (see ad) for reservations for a free 8x10 photo. We will have cloth diaper demos, baby carrier demos, and much more. Green Baby, 431 Main Street, Rochester. Michelle 248-650-0700.

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Women's Conscious Raising Class - 6:30-8:30pm.

Presented by Diane Lepel. Be part of a group of women who desire positive changes in their lives. Learn how to guide your life on a higher consciousness level. This new knowledge will transform the way you see yourself and your life in ggeneral. $25. Soothe Your Soul, 20 Hudson Street, Oxford. Hannah Schroeder 248-236-9855. See ad O ppage 47.

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and vegan will be a bigger environmental statement than driving a hybrid or putting solar panels on your home. $10. Upland Hills, Oxford. Info: 248-6931021. See ad page 52.

The Simple Truth - 11am. Prevent & reverse heart disease. With Dr. Michael Dangovian, Board Certified Cardiologist. Whole Foods, Rochester Hills. Info: 586-795-3600. See ad page 33.

SUNDAY, JUNE 27 Restorative Yoga Workshop - 1-3pm. A gentle, meditative practice that uses props to fully support the body in each pose. This allows the body to completely relax, revitalize and restore energy as well as release tension. For any level. Last part will be Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep:). Bring standard size pillowcase & optional: eye pillow or mask. $25.

Limit 10. Advance RSVP req'd. Santosha Yoga, 48723 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 55.

Spray ‘n Play Nature Day - 1-3pm. Join interpreters at the Spray Zone for a splashing great time learning about nature. Interpreters will present a surprise program, plus activities to do. FREE plus vehicle entry permit. Preregistration not req’d. Indian Springs Metropark Environmental Discovery S Center. Info: 248-625-6640.

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Awakening Transformation: Clearing the Past and Claiming the Future with Deborah Austin, MATP & Mara Evans, MTP. 9:30am8:30pm. A workshop for those feeling called to deeper healing, integration, and coherence while navigating radical personal and planetary evolution. $107. Brighton. Contact Deborah at karmacazzi@yahoo.com, 248-486-3066 or visit arammai.com.

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- 6:45pm. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical N Nutritionist will help you gain an understanding of w what to buy, avoid and how to read labels. Discover hhow to make wise food choices. FREE. Clear Choice N Natural Healthcare, Troy. Call 248-879-1900 to rregister.

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House Of Yoga Summer Workshop Series: Discovering your inner Goddess - 7:30-9:30pm.

Explore the Goddess energies as they relate to the elements. Includes gentle asana practice to experience these energies within you. $20. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

Angel Finns Water-N-Woods Art Expo - 11am4pm. An Art show featuring special needs artist and their therapeutic instructors. Be amazed at the special abilities in your local community everyone welcome. Refreshments food & fun.

No charge, donations welcome. 4995 Mohawk Ave., Clarkston. Info: Roxanne Bonneau 248722-1953.

Diet and the Environment - 1pm. Troy Farwell, holistic health practitioner and Executive Director of Upland Hills discusses how eating local, organic,

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Warren Farmer's Market - 9am-2pm. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, honey, maple syrup, organic fair trade coffee and fresh baked breads.

Artisans, crafters and events. City Square Park, E Side of Van Dyke, Warren. (between 12 & 13 mile).

586-258-2006.

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, 248-6255192. See ad below.

Unity Church of Lake Orion - 10am service - Join us on Sundays with Reverend Guice. Find out more about us and answer the Question: What is Unity?

Info: 248-391-9211.

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

Group Fitness w/Beth - 8:30-9:15am. Intermediate. cardio-based workout helps to strengthen and tone gluteus, thighs, calves, and hips, while reducing overall body fat. $12 walk-in or class cards avail.

Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Yoga Basic Class, Beginners/Intermediate Level 1 - 9:30am. Also Wed & Fri. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800. See ads pages 29, 33 & 55.

Please note: Dates and times shown are subject to change. Please call numbers provided to confirm event information.

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. See ad page 54.

Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. - 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releasing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation.

Warren. 586-751-7500. See ad page 12.

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. 248625-5192. See ad below.

Kundalini Yoga - 7-8:30pm. Any level. Focuses the energy of the chakra system and awakens the dormant energy of the soul. By Donation. Ajan Yoga Center, 48 N. Saginaw (Main St.), Pontiac. Info: Brian McNitt 248-613-6735.

Hot Flow Yoga w/Jules - 7:15-8:45pm. Intermediate to Advanced. $12 walk-in or class cards avail. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-3909270. See ad page 54.

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Yoga at Metro Beach Metropark - 8-9am.

Also Sat. Start your day with yoga on the beach overlooking Lake St. Clair, near Mount Clemens.

Instructor Tom King teaches yoga in its basic form; for all levels. $7/day (or package rate) plus vehicle park entry permit. Info: Tom King at That Added Touch, 586-709-0618.

Simply Yoga–All Levels - 9:30-10:45am. The

light and warmth is felt by all when in this class which leaves the student feeling cleansed and alive wanting to come back for more! $12 walk-in. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Hypnotherapy with Frank Garfield, C.M.Ht. Also Thurs 9:30am-7pm by appt. Frank teaches and specializes in all aspects of hypnotherapy, Medical Hypnotherapy and hypnotherapy for Pregnancy and Childbirth. Free Consultation. Warren. Call 586-751-7500. See ad page 12.

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.

Hatha Yoga - 5:30-6:30pm. Slow flow class focusing on the breath and basic postures. By Donation. Ajan Yoga Center, 48 N. Saginaw (Main St.), Pontiac. Info: Brian McNitt, 248-613-6735.

Yoga/Pilates Fushion Class - 5:45-6:45pm. Also Thur. A dynamic blend of Yoga with Pilates core work. Follow your breath with this flowing approach designed to increase strength and flexibility, improve posture, reduce stress and transform your body. All levels welcome. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515.

See ad page 55.

Lake Orion Gluten Free/Celiac Group - 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7pm. Network with others, share recipes & successes. Learn what to eat and how to heal and support the body with proper nutrition.

Registration required. Free. Lucky’s Natural Foods llc, 101 S. Broadway, Lake Orion. Info: Tanya Sallade 248-693-1209. See ad page 52.

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

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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 page 46.

Spectrum Yoga Series, Group Classes - 6:30-7:45 thru 6/15. Find a deeper center, a deeper balance within yourself and with all life. Works muscles and bones while calming and focusing the mind. $15 walk-in (first class free). Royal Oak Community Center, 3500 Marais (bet. Crooks & Main, N of 13 Mile). Lucile Palancher 248-246-6444.

Gentle Yoga - 7:15pm. w/Jules. Beginners, plussized, seniors, pregnant, or anyone needing a more therapeutic approach or wanting to take it at a slower pace. We often use supportive props to assist students with poses. $12 walk-in or class cards avail.

Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

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Strengthen and Lengthen - 9:15am. All levels.

Certified instructor will help improve your cardiovascular health while toning and strengthening without the bulk. Incorporates stability balls, dumbbells, more. $12 walk-ins or class cards.

Babysitting available. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Pilates - 9:30-10:30am. All Levels. Balance your body and increase strength. Prevent injury and pain.

If injured, please contact Beth first. $12 walk-in or class cards. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston.

Info: Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

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. See ad page 54.

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Women on the Land - 10am-2pm. Every 3rd Wed: 4 wk series starting 6/16. 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.

Healthy and Natural Weight Loss - 12-1pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Unique program provides the tools to work towards sustainable weight loss by adopting healthy habits that don't leave you feeling deprived. $25/session. Integrative Wellness for Life Center, 343 E. Maple Road, Troy. Advance reservations required 248-619-0779.

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 52.

Yoga Class, Beginners/Intermediate Level 1-3 - 3:30pm. And Level 1 – 5-6pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800. See ads pages 29, 33 & 55.

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Teen Yoga - 4:30-5:30pm. A blend of tradition yoga postures, with a blend of popular music and philosophy. This class is geared towards teenagers, and is open to both males and females ages 13 to 18. $9. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield.

Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 55.

Yoga Basic Class, Beginners/Intermediate Level 1 - 5pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800.

See ads pages 29, 33 & 55.

Women's Wellness Group - 5:30-6:30pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. For women who share a common desire to improve their overall health and wellness to gather in moderated weekly discussion with a certified health counselor. $25/session. Integrative Wellness for Life Center, 343 E. Maple Road, Troy. Advance reservations required 248-619-0779.

Hot Flow Yoga w/Rene Felix - 6:15-7:30pm.

Intermediate level. Renee leads her students thru a challenging, mixed flow of asanas and breathing techniques. $12 walk-in or class cards. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-390-9270.

See ad page 54.

Acoustic Bazaar Live + Open Mic Night - 7pm.

Also Fridays. Brand new venue - acoustic open mic night. Individuals and groups welcome! BIGGBY Coffee, 51185 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp. Steve Bronson.

thursday Thursday

Flow Yoga w/Jules - 9:30-10:45am. Intermediate

markyourcalendar THURSDAYS Experiment Bowenwork - Helps body heal itself. FREE evaluation Thursdays. Camelia Tamasanu, 23030 Mooney, Farmington. Call for appt: 248-345-3117 or 248-345-3595. See ad page 42. to Ad Advanced.

Combination d C bi i off asana and d bbreathing hi techniques to help strengthen the body, calm the mind. $12 walk-in or class cards avail. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-390-9270.

See ad page 54.

Heart & Hand Thrift Shop - 10am-2 pm. In June.

All proceeds donated to local mission projects and helping agencies. Also open second Sat every month.

FREE. St Paul UCC, 31654 Mound Rd, Warren.

Anne Pyciak 586-264-4777.

Mom to Mom Healthy Living Support Group - 10:30-11:30am. 2nd & 4th Thur. Support and inspiration for stay-at-home moms from other women facing similar issues. $25/session.

Integrative Wellness for Life Center, 343 E. Maple Road, Troy. Advance reservations required 248619-0779.

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. See ad page 54.

Yoga Class, Beginners/Intermediate Level 3-4 – 5:30pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life

enhancing yoga for all ages groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800.

See ads pages 29, 33 & 55.

Simply Yoga - 6:00-7:15pm. An exploration of the body and mind using a combination of postures with an emphasis on deep breathing, while aligning the body with strength as well as softness. Suitable for all levels of experience. $15. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston. Una Hepburn 248-770-5388. See ad page 54.

Chakra Hatha Yoga - 6:30 pm-7:45 pm. Basic class to assist in opening the 7 energy centers along the spine (Chakras) and bring balance and healing while strengthening and increasing flexibility. Meditation included. All levels. $12. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-5560992. See ad page 54.

Yoga Class, Intermediate/Advanced Level 3-6 - 7pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800.

See ads pages 29, 33 & 55.

The P.A.T.H.: Pray and Things Happen - 7pm.

Spiritual Education, Meditation, Visualization, Affirmation; practical tools for daily living. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad page 46.

Basic Yoga w/Anne Mancour - 7:15-8:30pm. All Levels. Simple yet challenging practice focusing on traditional Yoga teachings. $12 walk-in or class cards avail. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston.

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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. See ad page 54.

Morning Flow Yoga w/Jules - 6:15-7:30am.

Intermediate to Advanced. A combination of asanas, pranayama and meditation. For the self motivated student comfortable with limited guidance. $12 walk-in or class cards. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

First Free Fridays - 9am-8pm. 1st Fridays.

Free treatments to new patients who want to try acupuncture. FREE. Call for appointment.

Community Health Acupuncture Center, 801 Livernois St, Ferndale. Darlene Berger 248-2467289. See ad page 50.

Back to the Basics Yoga - 9:30am. Starts 5/7.

All levels,. Helps guide each student thru the fundamentals of the practice making it approachable to all levels. $12 walk-ins or class cards. Babysitting available. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. 248390-9270. See ad page 54.

Introductory Yoga - 11:30am-12:30pm. w/Alan Haras. $10. Upland Hills EAC, 2375 Indian Lake Rd, Oxford. Info: 248-693-1021. See ad page 52.

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.

Gluten Free Support Group - 7-8pm. 3rd Fridays.

Gluten allergy or Celiac Disease? Share gluten free recipes, familiarize yourself with gluten free products and discuss ways to live gluten free. Whole Foods Market, 7350 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Info: Renee Mahon 248-538-4600.

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.

FREE Coaching Fridays - People from all walks of life are turning to life coaches to help them deal with changes in their life, redefining their goals in work, family, relationships, health, career, self-esteem, personal and spiritual development. Initial session FREE. Soothe Your Soul, 20 Hudson St, Oxford.

Hannah Schroeder 248-236-9855 or Cathy Zucker 248-494-0271. See ad page 47.

saturday Saturday

drishti to help discipline the mind and detox the body. $12 walk-in or class cards avail. Jewels Yoga and Fitness, Clarkston. Info: Jules 248-390-9270.

See ad page 54.

Vinyasa Yoga - 9-10:15am. 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. See ad page 54.

Shelby Twp Farmer's Market - 9am-2pm. Support local farmers. Fruits and vegetables, organic fair trade coffee, fresh baked breads, homemade soap, honey, maple syrup. Artisans and crafters. Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp (between 22 & 23 mile). 586-943-5785. See ad page 47.

Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Networking Meeting - 1st Sat/monthly 9:30am12pm. Certified Hypnotherapists who have graduated from a state licensed school of hypnosis are welcome. Includes educational presentation, workbook and computer disk. First visit FREE. Clinical Hypnosis Professional Group, Warren.

Register 586-751-7500. See ad page 12.

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.

Ashtanga Yoga (Primary Series) w/Jules 8-9:30am. Intermediate to Advanced. Series of asanas combined with Ujjaii breath, bandhas,

classiďŹ edadvertising To place a listing: 3 lines minimum (20 words) 1 month: $25; 3 months: $22.50 per month, prepaid. Extra words: $1 each. Add shading: $10. Send check w/listing by 15th of the month to Natural Awakenings Classifieds, Box 283, Oxford, MI 48371. Info: 248628-0125 or visit MichiganHealthyLiving.com/classified-advertising.html.

COLONICS THE CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALING, in Royal Oak since 1991. Colonics, Massage, Infrared Sauna, Lymphatic Treatments, IACT Certified. 248-543-2020 www.NaturalHealing-MI.com.

DETOX / IONIC FOOTBATHS SPECIAL - DETOXIFYING IONIC FOOTBATH series 5 footbaths for $99 (thats less than $20 each!!). Holistic WellBeing 248-953-9402.

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Mon-Sat (9-5PM). $10 off first visit. Call 313-671-7909.

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VOLUNTEERING HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS - Hospice Compassus seeking compassionate individuals in SE Michigan to provide companionship to terminally ill patients and family. Required training provided free. Info: Volunteer Coordinator 248-355-9900.

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For information call the Volunteer Coordinator 888-937-4390.

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NATURAL FOODS Whether you’re indoors or out this month, at home with friends or vacationing with family, Natural Awakenings helps you eat well, live well, be well.

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BIO BALANCE THERAPY

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

23030 Mooney St., Suite C, Farmington 248-471-0838 BioBalance.vpweb.com

Former MD in China served North American people for over 26 years with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Specializing in various pains and intestinal problems. See ad page 12.

ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL CLINIC Brittany Schram, Dipl. Ac 12272 Fenton Rd., Suite 3, Fenton 2305 Genoa Business Park Dr., Brighton 810-714-5556

Bowenwork, Chi Nei Ta n g , P a r a f a n g o wrapping & cellulite treatment. Our goal is to safely and comfortably assist you in the process of physical, mental and spiritual well-being. See ad page 42.

MARK ROGERS 1915 Southfield Rd., Birmingham 248-761-4135 AdvancedBodyworkLLC.com “The alternative, alternative therapy!” Unique, gentle and effective pain relief technique.

Not massage. Back/neck pain, Fibromyalgia, migraines, TMJ, carpal tunnel, frozen shoulder and more. 15 years bodywork experience. See ad page 28.

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.

ACUPUNCTURE HEALTH ALLIANCE Susan Burke, OMD, L.Ac 2770 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley 248-582-8888 Specializing in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology Nutritional programs, QiGong and Physiognomy.

See ad page 11.

COMMUNITY HEALTH ACUPUNCTURE CENTER 801 Livernois St., Ferndale 248-246-7289 • CommunityAcuCenter.com Effective acupuncture treatment in our comfortable, quiet communitystyle treatment room. Affordable sliding scale fees, $15-$35 per treatment, no income verification.

CARDIOLOGY HEALTHY HEART & VASCULAR, PLLC Michael Dangovian, DO, FAAC 39242 Dequindre Ste 103, Sterling Heights 586-795-3600 HealthyHeartAndVascular.com A unique practice with a blended m o d e l for wellness. Full-service cardiology, stress testing, echocardiography, Holter monitoringYoga, workshops. Take control of your health and wellbeing. For classes and workshops, See ads pages 29, 33 & 55.

CHIROPRACTOR ALLERGY TREATMENT NEW LIFE ALLERGY TREATMENT CTR. Terry Robinson, RPN, Natural Therapist 1640 Axtell, Troy 248-822-9253, NewLifeAllergy.com

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Computerized Allergy Testing/ treatments. Certified in NAET, BioSet, JMT and BioKinetics.

7 years experience. Specializing in: Environmental allergies, food allergies/sensitivities, digestive issues, skin problems, headaches, fatigue and Candida.

Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

BODYMIND NETWORK CENTER, PLLC Dr. John W. Johr • 248-601-8843 1460 Walton Blvd. Rochester Hills Michigan's leading Network Office We utilize Network Spinal Analysis TM to encourage greater communication between your body and mind. Through breath, energy (focus) and movement, you will develop a lifestyle that supports sustainable wellness while enhancing your life. See ad page 46.

MICHIGAN SPINE CENTER 30325 Gratiot Ave., Roseville 586-774-6301 MichiganSpineCenterHealth.com Experts in auto accident injuries and non-surgical spinal correction, as well as clinical nutrition/functional medicine.

Call about a free evaluation and consultation. See ad page 13.

NUCCA CHIROPRACTOR

COLON THERAPY LAVIDA MASSAGE 248-366-4611 3050 Union Lake Rd., Suite 3D Commerce, MI 48382 Also offering Colon Hydrotherapy from a 13 year experienced CCT. Now is the time to detoxify yourself in a comfortable and convenient setting!

Mention this ad and receive $20 off this service.

VIVO WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Jamie Werner 4101 John R Rd., Ste 300, Troy 248-680-7200

VivoWellnessCenter.com • 734-525-5400

Experience exceptional Chiropractic without any twisting, cracking or popping.

Dr. Werner is trained in the NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association). Tap into your healer within! Please visit www.NUCCAInfo.com. See ad page 21.

PROGRESSIVE CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Mike Paonessa 716 W. 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak 248-544-4088 Dr. Mike, a husband and father of three, takes pride in offering family chiropractic care using techniques tailored to each individual’s needs. Progressive Chiropractic offers massage, Reflexology, supplements, pillows and supports.

Detoxify at Metro Detroit's premier Colon Hydrotherapy Center. Two hydrotherapy suites, FDA registered equipment & disposable speculums.

CAMBRIDGE CLEANERS 1031 S. Baldwin Rd., Lake Orion 248-391-2877 N o t d r y c l e a n i n g . We t c l e a n i n g ! 1 0 0 % environmentally safe. No chemicals used. Odor free Safe for your clothing. Fantastic results. See ad page 35.

COUNSELING ANA DERBABIAN, LLC Counseling For Hope & Purpose 43902 Woodward, Bloomfield Hills 248-202-0583 Create the life you are meant to live. Heal from the past, resolve thoughts, feelings and behaviours that keep you stuck, experience peace and joy, live out your purpose, and...enjoy your life! See ad page 16.

Dr. Anna Saylor-Wither; Dr. Laura Vanloon 4203 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak 248-616-0900 - VanEveryChiropractic.com

425 Main Street, suite #201, Rochester 248-601-3111 www.MentalFitnessCenter.org A natural approach to mental and physical health, offering counseling, behavior analysis, coaching, nutrition and physical fitness training, for individuals, couples, families and persons with special needs. See ad page 12.

Dr. Jason & Dr. Heather Wills 5885 S. Main St., Suite 4, Clarkston 248-922-9888

The best luck of all is the luck you make for yourself. ~Douglas MacArthur

Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocompatible approach. We perform mercury free/mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmosphere for the entire family. See ad page 26.

You can’t undo the past... but you can certainly not repeat it. ~Bruce Willis

HOLISTIC WELLBEING CENTER • Seasonal & Environmental Allergies • Concentration, Attention & Digestive Royal Oak, 248-953-9402 Homeopathic and Natural Approach to Health for Chronic & Acute symptoms including: Seasonal & Environmental Allergies, Headaches, Concentration, Attention issues, Brain Fog, Mold Candida, Itchy Skin, Constipation, Digestion, Muscle, Sinus issues. Hormone Balancing including Menopause, Acne....the list is practically endless. Advanced Computerized testing, EDS, Auriculotherapy, Biofeedback Certifications. • Detox Ionic FootBaths.

RADIANT BEINGS HOLISTIC CENTER 25962 Knollwood South, Chesterfield 586-949-0112 RadiantBeings.com Far infrared sauna, Ionic foot bath, Reiki, bodywork, workshop space and more. Visit our website, RadiantBeings.com, for special events and classes.

See ad page 14.

FENG SHUI THE MENTAL FITNESS CENTER

WILLS FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Wide range in care choices, from low force adjusting techniques to traditional Chiropractic. Dr. Jason Wills specializes in Applied Kinesiology, a technique not widely found in North Oakland, that assesses the functionality o f e a c h i n d iv i d u a l . Vi s i t WillsFamilyChiropractic.com. See ad page 15.

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

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Get the best Chiropractic adjustment of your life! We offer a unique, breakthrough, gentle approach to Chiropractic care called Koren Specific Technique (KST). See ad page 23.

HPS ADVANCED DENTAL CARE, PC

DENTISTRY 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 22.

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CATHERINE HILKER, OWNER Creating Sanctuary 248-547-4965 www.CatherineHilker.com Life Coaching, Feng Shui and Space Purification services.

Call today and make permanent positive changes in your home, business and life.

FITNESS MS MUSCLES' FITNESS Sheryl Blystone • 586-764-5683 Holistic fitness training and nutrition consultation.

Get the body you LOVE! MsMusclesFitness.com.

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pland Hills Ecological Awareness Center (UHEAC) is a Michgan 501(c)(3) organization located in a beautiful rural setting in northern Oakland County. They are rooted in the desire to inform and nurture awareness, accompanied by actions that promote the well-being of all life on Earth.

GREEN PRODUCTS HEALTHY LIVING PRODUCTS Marine City, 586-405-2704 www.MyVollara.com/EAnding. Air/Water purification, Alkaline water, Laundry Pure, Energy savings, Immune system booster, Neutriceuticals.

HEALING TOUCH THE RECONNECTION®

• 6/5: Vitamin Analysis: Create a smart routine. W/Troy Farwell.

• 6/5: FREE Energy Tour • 6/12: Learn about Geothermal: with DTE Energy Guru Larry Kaufman.

•6/26: Diet and the Environment: Eating local, organic and vegan is a bigger environmental statement than hybrids or solar.

Heal others, Heal yourself. Reconnection, connecting our personal energy grid system with the energy grid system of the greater universe. Call for a healing session today.

To register for an event, please visit UHEAC.org & click Calendar.

OM Wellness services NOW available at UHEAC! Visit OMWellness.net for more information.

Engender happiness and self confidence. Stop being shy. Culminate a dynamic, magnetic personality that intriques others to want to get to know you. Be more focused, lose weight or just discover your inner strengths. See ad page 42.

Begin to see yourself as a soul with a body rather than a body with a soul. ~Wayne Dyer

LUCKY’S NATURAL FOODS, LLC Since 1974, 248-693-1209 101 S. Broadway, Lake Orion Downtown Historic Business District LuckysNaturalFoods.com Whole food vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathy.

Supplement savings card, organic groceries, wheat & gluten-free products, Amish poultry & eggs, body care, books, cleaning & pet care. Personalized service, knowledgable staff, special orders.

6/26: FREE Energy Tour For details, times and costs see the Calendar in this magazine (on day/date noted).

Jack Dugger, Certified Hypnotherapist 2648 Lapeer Rd., Auburn Hills 248-622-6350

Anet Kaczmarczyk, BS Reconnective Healing Practitioner™ 586-945-4915

There’s lots going on at the UHEAC! • Weds 3:15pm: After School Yoga

IMAGINE THAT HYPNOTHERAPY

HOMEOPATHY TRANSFORMATIONAL HEALTH, PC Kathleen Slonager, RN, DIHOM, ADS 16205 W. 14 Mile, Ste 202, Beverly Hills 248-613-9662 TransformationalHealthPC.com Homeopathy & auricular a c u p u n c t u r e . C e r t i fi e d practitioner. Effective for acute and chronic illnesses, developmental & aging issues, as well as addictions.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE THE DOWNING CLINIC Laura Kovalcik, DO 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-667 • TheDowningClinic.com Medical practice emphasizing natural treatments but also experienced with traditional medicine. Special tests to determine health and nutritional status along with massage, Chelation and acupuncture.

Women’s & Men’s health, Menopause & Andropause, Bio-Identical Hormones, Chemical Sensitivities, Osteoporosis, Candida, Fibromyalgia, Optimal Nutrition Plans and Primary Care. See ad page 9.

ROCHESTER CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING Catherine Waller, M.D. 725 Barclay Cir., #215, Rochester Hills 248-844-1414 • www.RCFHL.com Specializing in the use of Natural Medicine and Bio-Identical Hormones, as an alternative to drugs in the treatment and prevention of common medical disorders. See ad page 10.

HYPNOTHERAPY DENISE JACOB, RN, PhD, CHt 725 S Adams #236, Birmingham 248-514-8259 JacobHolisticHealing.com

2375 Indian Lake Rd Oxford, MI 48371

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Maximize your resources for optimal health and healing using Hypnosis, Healing Touch and Holistic Nutrition. These safe and effective techniques assist you in creating change and addressing health challenges.

Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

TERESA BIRKMEIER-FREDAL MD 2770 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley MyWellness-Medicine.com 248-270-3309 A natural medicine physician who creates an evidencebased, individualized treatment plan that is not only highly effective, but also practical and affordable.

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES A TOUCH ABOVE, LLC Colleen Pascoe, OTR, CST, LLCC 30095 Northwestern Hwy, Ste. 40-A Farmington Hills • 248-515-5339 Occupational Therapist with 12+ years experience integrating specialized therapies for adults, pediatrics, infants. Lymph Drainage Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, Brain Curriculum, meridian balancing, Zero Balancing offered.

Failure is unimportant. It takes courage to make a fool of yourself. ~Charlie Chaplin

NATURAL/HOLISTIC HEALTH

FLEXIBLE BRAIN

ARTHEMIZ Lake Orion • 248-390-0681 A Holistic approach to assist you with high standard products & programs for revitalization, relaxation, pain management & weight control. See ad pg 15.

INTERACTIVE LIGHT THERAPY, LLC

MASSAGE SOOTHE YOUR SOUL Pam Ziskie, CMT CST 20 Hudson St, Oxford • 248-236-9855 Soothe-Your-Soul.com Integrative massage, relaxation/Swedish massage, orthopedic/deep tissue massage, Craniosacral therapy, hot stone massage, maternity massage. See ad page 47.

There’s hope! Over 25 years in natural health, Mary has helped people discard physical and emotional concerns. Experience her gentle, yet effective, vibrant health supports. Emotional healing, flower essences, aromatherapy, herbal energetics, Iridology, RMR testing, nutritional consulting, lectures and classes.

1777 Axtell Drive, Ste 203, Troy 248-435-6400 or 248-637-1830 HHCMI.com Help heal the world...starting with you! Offering alternative and holistic treatments, therapies and Reiki Classes.

Experience a holistic approach to wellbeing; focusing equally on mind, body and spirit. See

Safe, effective options utilizing medical intuition to assess the root cause of disease or dysfunction in the body.

Also herbal, homeopathic, JMT and vibropathic remedies. Physician testimonials available. See ad page 5.

ADVANCED NUTRITIONAL SOLUTIONS John McLaughlin, MA, LLP, MS, D.Hom Lee Rossano-McLaughlin Rochester Hills • 248-652-4160 Custom nutritional planning, Detoxification, Hydroelectric therapy, SCENAR pain management, stress reduction/ relaxation, anti-aging & weight management, individualized menopause solutions, natural hormone supplements & homeopathic remedies. See ads pages 18 & 19.

VITA-MEND NUTRITIONAL HEALTH RESTORATION Sandra L. Waters RN BSN Waterford, 248-698-8855 NutritionalHealthRestoration.com 25 years of extensive medical background.

Advanced certified in Nutrition Response Testing.

Nutritional teaching, testing, classes & supplements.

Specializing in thyroid, body & hormonal imbalances, food sensitivities, metal/chemical detox and parasite cleansing to restore your body’s health and balance. Visit website for information, testimonies, prices and more.

419 S. Washington Ave. Royal Oak 248-399-7200 www.Vita-Mend.com We do the research so you don’t have to. Visit our store to discover the quality of our Vitamins, Minerals, Oils, Herbs, Proteins, Greens, Water, Body Care & so much more! Register for a FREE 15 min. review with our Certified Nutritional Consultant. Check out our FREE Class & Lecture schedule. Hours: Tue– Sat: 11-7 & Sun: 12-5. See ad page 7.

ORGANIC LAWNCARE NATURAL PRODUCTS Mary Ellen Glynn-Ind. Associate 888-713-8281 WatkinsOnline.com/glynn 140 years Natural! Shop online/catalog for 100% Organic spices, natural personal care products or plant-based cleaning products. Call today for

BECKY STEVENS HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVES, LLC 586-468-5723 117 Cass Ave Ste 301, Mt Clemens BeckyStevensHolisticAlternatives.com

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Neurofeedback: a drug-free approach for the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, headaches, brain fog, sensory issues, traumatic brain injury & stroke. Free treatment for Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan!

Mary Born, ND, CNHP, CNC 15831 Twelve Mile Rd. Southfield 248-623-2288 for appt. 248-559-6763 Mary@BornForHealth.com www.BornForHealth.com

Michael Morris, M.A. L.L.P. 23995 Novi Rd., Ste. C103, Novi www.ILTInfo.com; 877-292-6121 Over 12 years of successful results. Anxiety, depression, ADD, fatigue, insomnia, stress, etc. Over time and with stress, your brain waves can become “stuck” in maladaptive patterns, causing many symptoms. ILT begins immediately to help restore balance. The result: you feel better and your life is improved. Call us for a free phone consultation.

See ad page 6.

Mary St. Clair, LMSW Two offices in West Bloomfield 248-366-6600 or FlexibleBrain.com

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

See ad page 11.

BIO-TURF, LLC • 810-348-7547 Serving Oakland, Livingston & Genesee Lawn/tree care program that offers organic-based fertilizers, Free lawn analysis. Visit Bio-Turf.com.

NATURAL TOYS DOWN TO EARTH TOYS www.DownToEarthToys.com Wooden, Natural & Organic toys made in USA! Use code “NAM” to receive free shipping

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ORGANIC PRODUCTS ORGANIC BY THE CASE 248-475-5855 OrganicByTheCase.com Your online source for bulk certified organic products, national brands and Michigan local organic. We're growing an organic planet - one case at a time. Live toxic free!

ORGANIC SKINCARE

PET HEALTH BIRKDALE HEALTHY PET

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2543 South Lapeer Rd, Lake Orion 248-499-6126 DogCancerInfo.com

39242 Dequindre, Ste 104, Sterling Heights 586-795-3800 HealthyHeartAndVascular.com

Healthy grain-free food for dogs and cats. Brand names: Orijen, Fromm, Blue Buffalo and BirkDale PetMix. Fromm Gold Adult Dog Food. 33lb bag $37.95. Just mention this ad.

A center dedicated to helping you live a better life utilizing medically proven techniques including yoga, bodywork, optimal nutrition and education, with the focus on making our clients experts in their own health & wellness. See ads pages 29, 33 & Opposite page.

EVE ORGANICS 51194 Romeo Plank #455, Chesterfield 888-227-3033 EveOrganics.net People with problem skin, sensitivites and interest in wellbeing feel safer k n ow i n g p o t e n t i a l l y harmful ingredients in other products are not in ours. Shop online or in Macomb. See ad page 21.

RAW FOOD BETH WILKE Raw Food Teacher, Professional Speaker Information 586-899-8782 SensationalRawFoodDiet.com Eight years experience in raw food preparation, Beth teaches variety of dynamic classes to inspire you to new health/vitality levels. Her delicious food, high energy, and enthusiasm motivate students to achieve their own health goals.

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.

ORGANIC SPA CONSHER ORGANIC SPA 966 E Maple, Birmingham 248-594-0360 ConsherSkinCare.com Consher Organic Spa is the ONLY raw organic spa in MI. Enjoy edible facials, massage and more. Voted #1 in Allure Magazine for Airbrush Tan. The owner Con Ciecko’s credentials include Reiki Master, Myomassologist, Skin Therapist, Ear Candling Tech, Airbrush Tan Artist, Permanant/Medical Tattoo Artist and Instructor.

PAIN RELIEF

REIKI JAYA’S HEALING BODYWORK 429 Walnut St., Rochester 248-652-8579 Jaya@JayasBodywork.com A gifted and advanced therapist with more than 3,000 hours of training in massage and healing.

Jaya’s hands are like a divining rod tjat detect amd relieve dysfunction and pain. Training in Healing Bodywork and Reiki available. Appts: 248-6014429.

SOOTHE YOUR SOUL Hannah Cornell-Schroeder 20 Hudson St, Oxford • 248-236-9855 Soothe-Your-Soul.com Reiki Master Practitioner and Teacher. Reiki Classes - Level I, II, Master and Teacher. Ama Deus healing sessions. Life coaching.

Soothe-Your-Soul.com.

See ad page 47.

NEUROMUSCULAR WELLNESS CENTER, INC. Diane Lang, CNMT, NCTMB 38215 W. 10 Mile Road, Farmington Hills 248-471-4816 • NeuromuscularWellness.com We provide pain relief using soft tissue manipulation techniques. We’ll help you restore balance in and heal your body in the least amount of time.

The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions. ~Confucius

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WELLNESS INSTITUTES

VETERINARY WOODSIDE ANIMAL CLINIC 27452 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak 248-545-6630 Doc4Pets.com Dr. Simon is the owner of Woodside Animal Clinic in Royal Oak, where he practices both alternative and conventional medicine on dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and rodents.

He is the author of 4 pet care books. See ad page 37.

Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

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

JEWELS YOGA AND FITNESS 248-390-9270 JewelsYogaFitness.com Clarkston Something for everyone.

Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Pilates, Fitness, P r iva t e i n s t r u c t i o n , Massage, Mediation, Workshops, Discussion groups and more. WALK-INS AVAILABLE OR CLASS CARDS. NO EXPIRATION.

WELLNESS TRAINING INSTITUTE 39242 Dequindre Ste 104, Sterling Heights 586-795-3800 HealthyHeartAndVascular.com Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups emphasizing resorative and therapeutic principles. Call for class schedules. See ads pages 29, 33 & Opposite page.

YOGA FOR LIFE 1194 S. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion 248-693-9932 www.YogaFor-Life.com Yoga classes seven days a week. A variety of styles, including Anusara-inspired.

First class free! Registered Yoga School with the Yoga Alliance.

YOGA OASIS • 248-770-5388 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston • YogaOasisNow.com Yoga classes for every “body” restoring inner strength, health and restfulness.

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Research shows it is an program effective (through way to: Our medically supervised • Reverse Heart Disease Healthy Heart & Vascular) will help you: • • Reverse Relieve Chronic Pain Heart Disease • Complement Physical Therapy Pressure • • Lower IncreaseBlood Stamina & Strength Stress & Reduce Anxiety • • Manage Enhance Stability • • Improve Improve Circulation & Balance Sleep Patterns • Promote Better Sleep • Lower Cholesterol Our•instructors advanced Eliminatehave Chronic Pain training in yoga therapeutics.

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Dr. Dangovian invites you to History attend his innovative Case - Before: Al, 77 years old has heart disease, 39242 Dequindre, Ste 104 program, Sit.Stand.Stroll. Learn how to change your lifehigh cholesterol high blood pressure and with a stent.

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After: Eliminated 3 blood pressure Rx’s, no longer Please call or see page 33on for statins, locationsimproved and times. his overall health and is loving life.

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You can advertise your studio HERE in Yoga for You. Special rates designed just for our local Yoga Studios.

To participate, call 248-628-0125.

FREE Yoga Class

3683 W. Maple Rd @ Lasher Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

injuries and chronic pain. Older bodies Welcome!

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248-723-9168 ~ Karma-Yoga.net *New Students w/valid Michigan ID from tri-county area.

Please inquire as other restrictions apply.

YOGA Santosha (Sanskrit): Contentment, peace, gratitude

Kundalini Yoga for Addictions Sundays, June 6th & 13th 2:00 until 3:30 pm Come to one or both classes.

See website for details and more events in this month’s calendar.

Yoga Classes See this month’s Natural Awakenings Calendar and Ongoing Events sections for Yoga classes

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New Location!

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FREE Admission!

(1 block W of Main / 2 blocks N of 11 Mile) 17,000 Square Feet of exhibitors, speakers and demonstrations, all centered around naturally healthy and sustainable living. Meet businesses, practitioners and other professionals from around Michigan. Learn new ways to lead a healthier, more earth-friendly lifestyle for your whole family.

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