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contents 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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HAPPINESS: THE NEW ECONOMY

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Six Ways to Ease Upsets

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FOUR-LETTER WORD

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The Practice of Attuned Eating

by Abbe J. Grossman

32 EMPOWER LOCAL

It started with love.

BUSINESSES

34 NATURAL PAIN

Why not end it the same way?

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Treating Chronic Inflammation Without Drugs

by Dr. John M. Simon

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Mood-Boosting Health Tips

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FITNESS HABITS Six Roadblocks to Sidestep

by Tosca Reno

40 10 STEPS TO ABUNCANCE

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s you're already aware, and as our main feature this month, Economics of Happiness: The New Economy, points out, many Americans are tired of the status quo: work more, enjoy less, pollute more, eat toxic foods and suffer illness. We need fresh solutions to reinvent our economy to one of producing a high quality of life.

The writers suggest, among other things, we need to measure our economic success by measuring our Gross Progress Indicator (GPI) or Gross National Happiness (GNH) instead of our Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Read the article and you'll find some refreshing ideas to consider.

The solution always begins locally, so when we say "Occupy Main Street," we're not really talking about a protest movement (or are we?); we're referring to the concept of buying local and buying consciously. Obviously, it's not possible with everything one consumes, but when you have the choice this approach will produce growth and a higher quality of life for you and others in the community.

For some tips on doing this effectively, read Shop Smart: Keep Dollars Working in Local Communities in this issue.

And we're not just talking about small businesses. They are important, of

course, but there are some large companies, with a local presence, doing great things in the community. They should be included as well.

Remember, the most impactful vote you'll ever cast is the one you make with

your pocketbook. When you buy local, healthy, organic, natural, earth-friendly and sustainable, to name a few, you're sending a powerful message. Occupy Main Street!

That's just some of what we're bringing you this month. Make sure you read

everything else related to health, fitness, nutrition and sustainable living.

As we're writing this, the fall season has officially arrived. The geese are flying

South for the winter, the leaves are falling from the trees, it's beginning to cool off and our calendar is jam-packed with interesting and informative events in the community. November, it seems, is always a great month for attending seminars and talks on ways to eat, get and stay healthy. We don't know if it's because of the Thanksgiving holiday or because of the fall weather. Either way, enjoy it and make sure you check out both of our calendars and read the NewsBriefs this month.

There's a lot going on!

We hope you enjoy the magazine this month. If you have suggestions or com ments, drop us a line. We'd love to hear from you.

So, until next month, stay happy and healthy...naturally!

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newsbriefs The Burzynski Movie Depicts Doctor’s Battle with FDA Over Use of Cancer Medications

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free film screening of The Burzynski Movie will be held at 7 p.m. on November 11th at The Russell Industrial Center in Detroit.

"It is the story of a medical doctor and PhD biochemist named Dr. Stanislaw Burzynski," says Eric Merola, producer of the film, "who won the largest and possibly most convoluted and intriguing legal battle against the Food & Drug Administration in American history. The battles with the government were centered on Dr. Burzynski’s gene-targeted cancer medicines he discovered in the 1970’s called Antineoplastons."

"If Antineoplastons are approved," says Merola, it would mark the first time in history a single scientist, not a pharmaceutical company, will hold the exclusive patent and distribution rights on a potentially paradigm shifting medical breakthrough."

Various cancer survivors are presented in the film who chose these medicines instead of surgery, chemotherapy or radiation, with full disclosure of medical records to support their diagnosis and recovery. Also included are systematic (non-anecdotal) FDA-supervised clinical trial data comparing Antineoplastons to other available treatment, which are published within the peer-reviewed medical literature.

"Burzynski takes the audience through the treacherous, yet victorious, 14-year journey both Dr. Burzynski and his patients have had to endure in order to obtain FDA-approved clinical trials of Antineoplastons," Merola explains.

The Russell Industrial Center is located at 1604 Clay Ave in Detroit and the screening will be held in Suite 160 on the 6th floor. Call Alice Goodall at 586-646-0066 for more information or to host a screening in another local area. For information on the film, visit BurzynskiMovie.com. See ad page 52.

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newsbriefs Festival Highlights Healthy Living & Raw Foods

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he Michigan Raw Health EcoFestival will take place on Sunday, November 13 at Laurel Manor in Livonia from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

It features presentations and demonstrations by teachers in the fields of natural healing and raw, vegan and living foods. Admission is $10.

According to event organizer Joyce Oliveto, a live foods expert since 1980, “The intention and hope of the Raw Health EcoFest is that attendees walk away with the knowledge and inspiration to know they can achieve vibrant

health and be touched in such a way that they will understand the possibilities of how lives and the world can be transformed physically, mentally and emotionally.”

Throughout the day, attendees can learn about the raw and living foods lifestyle, taste samples of raw foods prepared on-site during live demonstrations and enjoy exhibits on a range of healthy lifestyle topics such as live blood cell analysis, solar energy, composting, worm casings, geothermal products, yoga and tai chi. Complimentary treatments, such as infrared sauna and biomat sessions,

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will also be offered. A raw food court with offerings from area raw food restaurants will provide an opportunity for guests to enjoy a wide range of raw foods.

The event features a live food dem onstration and keynote presentation by teacher and author of Survival in the 21st Century, Victoras Kulvinskas. The fee is $50 and includes a question and answer session with Kulvinskas.

Location: 39000 Schoolcraft Rd., in Livonia.For more information, visit RawHealthEcoFest.com. To register for the special workshop, visit LivingSimplyRaw.com and select the shopping page.

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Serenity Coaching and Guidance Offers From WE to ME Life Transitional Program

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erenity Coaching and Guidance is offering a program for anyone who has been through major life transitions such as unemployment, divorce, empty nest, illness, or death of a loved one. The program, called From WE to ME, is being held on Friday, November 4th from 9am to 2pm at 1316 N. Campbell Road in Royal Oak. The cost is $25.

From WE to ME teaches 12 steps to get people from the ending of life as they once knew it to a brand new beginning of a different life that can be as rewarding and successful as they want it to be. Participants will learn how to rise above adversity and create wonderful new opportunities for personal growth for themselves and those around them.

Serenity Coaching and Guidance specializes in life coaching for women going through life/business transitions.

Pre-registration for this event is required as seating is limited. Call 734-678-1168 or visit PersonalTransitionsCoach.com for more information.

Theralase Laser System for Pain Relief Now Available at ABC Wellness

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new laser technology called Theralase is now available to treat pain, arthritis and inflammation at ABC Wellness in Sterling Heights. Theralase is an FDA approved treatment for chronic knee pain that stimulates healing on a cellular level.

ABC Wellness opened in August of 2011 and incorporates holistic thyroid, hormones, nutritionals, minerals and weight loss programs into the practice.

According to Dr. Diane Culik, Theralase works similarly for a multitude of other ailments including tennis elbow, rotator cuff tear, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraines, sinusitis, and neck and back pain. She also states that it shows success in treating psoriasis, keloid scars, acne, and eczema, as well as dental pain and inflammation from tooth extraction, tooth implant, or gum inflammation.

“My mission is to assist patients with information and education and appropriate testing to maximize health and energy for optimal wellness and longevity,” states Dr. Culik. “This includes traditional medicine knowledge with an alternative medical approach to nutrition, supplements, thyroid testing and treatment, bio-identical hormones, longevity medicine, cancer prevention methods, and collaboration to make sure we maintain optimal health."

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Diane Culik, MD is the director of ABC Wellness located at 37300 Dequindre, Ste 102 in Sterling Heights. For more information about laser therapy and other treatments and patient services, call 855-669-9355 or visit drculik.com. See ad page 52.

New Book Challenges Benefits of Soy

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recently released book by Certified Nutritionist, Sheryl Shenefelt and Family Physician, Dr. David Brownstein, offers up a different perspective about the widely assumed benefits of soy. In The Soy Deception, Shenefelt and Brownstein propose that soy is not the miraculous food that supporters claim it to be. “This book will show you how the soy industry has used half-truths and deceptive advertising in order to promote soy as a healthy food. Soy ingestion can cause a myriad of severe health issues such as cancer, thyroid disorders as well as other endocrine problems,” states Shenefelt.

This is the fourth book that Shenefelt and Brownstein have co-authored together. The book has sparked an on-line blog discussion and invites anyone interested to participate at thesoydeception.com.

Sheryl Shenefelt has a new office and is accepting patients at 725 S. Adams, Ste 185 in Birmingham. She may be reached at 248-766-2425 or email sheryl@ aplacetobe.com. Her website is aplacetobe.com. David Brownstein, MD is the Medical Director for the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield. Visit drbrownstein.com for more information. natural awakenings

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wellness briefing class will be held on Saturday, November 19th from 2-3pm at Rochester Holistic Arts. This briefing, the second of its kind and designed to educate readers, outlines the super foods one should incorporate into eating plans and how to assess dietary needs. The cost is $25 and includes a handbook.

"You are as old as your cells are," says Nutrition Counselor Peggy Kralik. "If your cells are not healthy the body will replace them more often. Everything you eat determines how healthy your cells are. A good eating plan is low in refined foods and sugars and low in saturated fats. No transfats or artificial sweeteners should be included. These make the cells work harder to try to eliminate harmful substances. A good eating plan is also low-glycemic and nutrient dense."

Taking vitamins as supplements to eating plans and paying attention to the ingredients of skin care products will also be discussed.

"It's extremely important to be knowledgeable about what you put into and on your body," says Kralik. "You can’t stop aging, but you can age well – and look and feel good."

Rochester Holistic Arts is located at 118 Terry Ave. in Rochester. Call Kim Leshley for more information or to schedule an appointment at 248-895-5064 or visit RochesterHolisticArts.com. See ad page 30.

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ntuitive life coach, Ruth Wilson, is organizing an online support group for those struggling with or healing from difficult relationships. The group will meet weekly by conference call on Thursdays at 8pm. “If you want to take your power back from a difficult relationship, this is a safe place to enjoy the support of others and learn techniques to heal from controlling relationships and create more respectful interactions with the people in your life,” explains Wilson about the group.

Wilson practices NLP (neurolinguistic programming,) intuitive energy healing and other techniques for managing the energy of thoughts and feelings. She is also an MBA and has worked as an efficiency expert, which means she favors approaches that get results as quickly and easily as possible. Wilson coaches people Ruth Wilson in skills they can use on their own and gives them tools to stop giving their power away to controlling relationships.

Interested participants should call 248-990-1902 to get registration information and to ensure all participants understand the group guidelines so the group is safe and comfortable for all. Visit enlightenedinteraction.com for more information. See ad page 51.

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Momtrepreneur Launches Vegan Shoe Line

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ocal TV host, blogger and momtrepreneur Elizabeth Katzman has launched a new shoe collection for women that is vegan, eco-friendly and cruelty-free. Handmade in the United States of recycled materials, these shoes are biodegradable and emit no volatile compounds.

"This collection was born from my love for animals and fashion," says Katzman." Although the two are often mutually exclusive, I don't believe they have to be."

Examples in the collection include faux suede slingbacks made from recycled plastic and soft, ultra-microfiber and side-zip faux leather combat boots. Like all styles, these are finely crafted and comfortable enough to be worn every day.

"The vegan lifestyle makes sense on so many levels," she says, "and that means not only what we eat, but what we put on our bodies and in our homes. There are vegan shoes out there, but for style-conscious women looking for really fabulous but cruelty-free footwear, there's a hole in the market. My goal with Elizabeth's is to fill that void."

The on-line store at ElizabethsKindSafe.com also includes products such as books, cruelty-free cosmetics and an all-natural DIY Home Cleaning Kit in addition to the shoe collection. A portion of the proceeds from every sale benefits People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and 1% for the Planet, a global environmental initiative.

Katzman is a former lawyer turned stay-at-home mom to two young boys. She created her website and blog ElizabethsKindCafé.com to share tips on cooking, composting and gardening, teaching people to care for the earth and themselves.

Elizabeth's Kind Cafe is also a weekly talk and cooking show on Bloomfield Community TV.

For more information on the store, visit ElizabethsKindCafeStore.com or for her website/blog vist ElizabethsKindCafe.com. For information on 1% for the Planet, visit OnePercentForThePlanet.org.

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HTN Brings Back “Friday Night Live”

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ack by popular demand are the “Friday Night Live” events presented by Healthy Traditions Network. The events feature speakers, local farmers with samples of their products and vendors to help guide people on their journeys to better health. The cost is $20.

The topic presented on Friday, November 4th is “The Body’s Healing Power.” and will feature three practitioners giving an overview on N.A.E.T. allergy elimination treatment, Functional Medicine and Homeopathic Medicine. This evening will be held at SS Cyril and Methodius Church located at 41233 Ryan Rd. in Sterling Heights.

The three presenters for “The Body’s Healing Power” are Dr. Elizabeth Borg on Functional Medicine, Dr. Sharon Havis on N.A.E.T., and Dr. Rick Ng on Homeopathic Medicine.

Healthy Traditions Network is the Metro Detroit chapter of the Weston A Price Foundation, and is a non-profit organization that connects like-minded people and communities to farms and other sources dedicated to providing nutrient dense foods.

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dvanced Energy Therapy is celebrating their one year anniversary of their North location in Clarkston with an extravaganza on Friday, November 11 from 5-9pm.

This exciting event includes a jewelry sale with Native American Jewelry, handmade jewelry, Chakra jewelry, Crystal Jewelry and much more. Food and drinks will be available for the celebration, along with many fun surprises. Many of the best-loved items in the store will also be on sale.

Advanced Energy Therapy (AET) is owned by certified Reiki Master and teacher, Leslie Cirinesi. “It is hard to believe that it has already been a year since we opened up our second location here in Clarkston,” she says. “Since many of ‘the men’ will be hunting, this is the perfect time to have an extravaganza!”

In addition to Reiki Therapy, AET offers many services Leslie Cirinesi and events including Native American drum making classes and energy clearing for the home. The extravaganza provides a perfect opportunity for unique holiday shopping.

Advanced Energy Therapy is located at 20 W. Washington St, Ste 10 in Clarkston.

For more information, call 248-909-3700 or visit AdvancedEnergyTherapy.com. See ad page 53.

Orchid Leaf Energy Arts Opens New Office in Foundational Wellness Center

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awn Fleetwood, Owner of Orchid Leaf Energy Arts in Grand Blanc is pleased to announce the opening of a second office in Clarkston. The new office is located in the Foundational Wellness Center located at 3676 Clarkston Road. Fleetwood is a certified Iridologist, Master Herbalist, Instructor of Tai Chi Chuan and Medical Qigong. She has been in practice as an Energy Artist for over thirty-five years and her instructional materials have been recommended by the National Institute of Health in its Fit At Any Size programs.

Fleetwood will be speaking at a free seminar at the Foundational Wellness Center, along with Alchemical Energy Healer, Mark Lemon, on November 17 from 6:30-9pm. Foundational Wellness Center is dedicated to the care and support of the individual in their journey to create optimal health through the knowledge and implementation of the basics of whole foods nutrition, balanced PH, ionic minerals, salts, herbs, proper hydration, oxygenation, circulation, and whole body/ mind detoxification. Foundational Wellness Center is a group of dedicated healers with over forty-four years of combined experience in alternative health care who have joined forces and talents to bring leading edge healing to the Michigan area.

More information about Dawn Fleetwood and Orchid Leaf Energy Arts can be found by visiting the website DawnFleetwood.com or calling 810-235-9864.

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Taking Steps Against Diabetes

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ovember is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a reminder that by taking the necessary steps, many Americans can prevent incurring the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 79 million of us have pre-diabetes and may develop diabetes later in life. New research suggests that inactivity, along with an overly refined diet, impairs the body’s control of blood sugar levels and may play a key role in the development of Type 2 diabetes.

“We now have evidence that physical activity is an important part of the daily maintenance of glucose levels,” advises John Thyfault, Ph.D., an assistant professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia, whose new study monitored the activity levels and diets of healthy and moderately active young adults. He concluded that, “Even in the short term, reducing daily activity and ceasing regular exercise causes acute changes in the body associated with diabetes, which can occur before weight gain and the development of obesity.”

The CDC reports that 25 percent of Americans have inactive lifestyles, taking fewer than 5,000 steps a day, instead of a recommended 10,000 steps. Seventyfive percent do not meet the weekly exercise recommendations of 150 minutes of moderate activity, combined with a muscle-strengthening activity twice a week.

While regular exercise is crucial in preventing the disease, so is diet. Research led by scientist Patrice Carter, at the University of Leicester, in England, has found that cutting down on high-fat, high-sugar foods and refined grains while eating more green leafy vegetables can significantly reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Her study, published online in the British Medical Journal, states that an extra serving of green leafy vegetables a day can reduce the risk of diabetes by 14 percent.

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The study’s authors manipulated participants’ moods by showing them pictures of likable objects (puppies) or unpleasant images (diseased feet) or asking them to recall pleasant or unpleasant events from the past. Next, the participants viewed individual pictures of a common object they might consider buying. Finally, they chose from a random list of evaluative adjectives, both positive and negative.

Individuals in a positive state of mind not only responded more quickly to the adjectives, they also responded more consistently. For example, if they reported liking an object, they were less likely to respond later that they disliked it.

“These results have implications for how we navigate our world,” the researchers reported. “The decisions we make about liking or disliking objects around us are fundamental to which things we approach and which things we avoid.”

The bottom line for retailers: Being aware of and avoiding factors that can induce negative moods—such as abrasive salespeople and unwelcoming shopping environments—can help ring up more sales.

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ne of the joys of heading home for the holidays is the anticipation of gathering around the table with loved ones and enjoying delicious foods. But we do well to indulge in the home-cooked meal experience on non-holidays, as well. Foods prepared away from home, including fast food eaten at home and store-prepared food eaten away from home, tend to fuel an increase in total calorie intake. Conversely, eating at home is linked with healthier choices.

According to research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill recently published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, both the eating location and food source significantly impact the daily calorie intake of school-age children and may be linked to rising rates of childhood obesity. The study found that the percentage of calories eaten away from home increased from 23.4 to 33.9 percent from 1977 to 2006.

A new study from McGill University, based on data from 160 women, further suggests that a home-cooked meal can prompt people to make healthier and more nutritional food choices. The women in the study tended to reach more for the greens, rather than high-calorie desserts.

Reporting in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the researchers suggest that when we eat at home, emotionally rewarding factors like contentedness may help override our wired-in preference for high-fat, sugary foods. The findings point to factors that may encourage healthy eating such as interpersonal communication, home design and atmospheric cues, including pleasing music, dining landscape and kitchen equipment; all have all been found to induce positive emotions.

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San Francisco State University researchers that studied the happiness status of 750 volunteers point out that although we may not be able to change our personality, we can alter our view of a time in our life and thus create happiness. They concluded that savoring happy memories and reframing painful past experiences into positive ones is an effective way to increase overall life satisfaction.

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Reef Requiem

World’s Coral in Dire Peril The world’s coral reefs are dying. It doesn’t take a trained eye to see the draining of color that results when the corals, stressed by heat due to global warming, expel the algae they rely upon for food that also provides their signature hues. It’s a death knell as well for reef fish.

Reefs have always grappled with destructive fishing practices, sediment and nutrient runoff, coral mining, tourism and coastal development. Scientists say the bleaching process is now accelerating. The World Resources Institute reports that nearly three-quarters of all ocean reefs are at risk of extreme degradation, on top of the 20 percent already lost or damaged beyond repair. Oceanographers think that all reefs will be at risk by 2050 because of increasingly acidified seas, the result of increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

Coral reefs, covering less than 1 percent of the ocean floor, harbor 25 percent of the ocean’s biodiversity and are home to more than 4,000 species of fish. In developing countries, reefs account for nearly 25 percent of all fishing areas, feeding millions of people.

Scientists stress that it is more important than ever to control manmade factors such as overfishing and pollution to aid in corals’ survival.

Loan Alternatives Emerging Worldwide Borrowing from a bank has traditionally been a slow, bureaucratic process, often off-limits to people outside the wageand-salary mainstream, whether they’re starting a business or getting back on their feet. Over the centuries, groups of people have organized various styles of societal credit arrangements to address these shortcomings. Today’s credit union, a co-operative, communitybased banking model, still thrives.

In the past 30 years, the rise of microcredit has been providing small loans to people around the world that have no access to traditional banks or could not meet banking industry requirements. More recently, the combination of microfinance and online social networking has resulted in a new phenomenon: peer-to-peer lending, or social lending.

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A Powerful Plaything Two Harvard undergraduate students, Julia Silverman and Jessica Matthews, have come up with a way to harness the kinetic energy of a moving soccer ball and store it as electric current in a battery inside the ball. The invention, called sOccket, collects enough energy in 15 minutes of play to power a typical LED lamp for three hours. The device sports its own power outlet to retrieve the juice inside.

Today’s sOccket is designed to last for a year or longer; researchers are studying its larger potential.

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“Interest rates turn a charitable relationship into a business relationship,” notes Matt Flannery, who founded the online micro-lender Kiva.org in 2005.

“That empowers the poor by making them business partners.” Kiva lenders don’t earn interest on their loans, but the underlying micro-lenders that administer the loans in their countries do.

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Toxic Redux

Global Warming Releases Imprisoned Poisons During the industrial boom of the last half of the 20th century, thousands of manmade chemicals were created.

Used in consumer products, pest control and crop production, they have also proved deadly, causing and contributing to cancers, birth defects and other health crises.

Once the connection was scientifically proven, the international community restricted or banned the use of 12 pollutants, including DDT and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB), at the 2001 Stockholm Convention on POPs, or persistent organic pollutants (Tinyurl. com/3sa2v47).

This group of the world’s most toxic compounds takes decades to degrade, gradually accumulating in the fatty tissues of humans and wildlife.

Initially, climatic forces helped to limit the reach and impact of the chemicals in places like the Arctic, where POPs trapped in snow, soil and oceans were capped by sea ice, and atmospheric levels of the toxic substances monitored by Canada and Norway have steadily declined during the past decade.

Scientists at the Canadian environ mental agency, Environment Canada, think that global warming is reversing the downward trend. They found that as the planet warms, sea ice and snow continue to melt and the pollutants, called legacy POPs, are being released back into the atmosphere with potential worldwide effects.

Once airborne, POPs can ride wind and ocean currents to as far as Latin America and Africa. It also undermines international treaties regarding human exposure to high-risk toxins.

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The Medium is the Message with Holiday Cards Even with the advent of email, texting, smart phones and animated web greetings, the traditional paper holiday greeting card, wishing recipients a “Merry Christmas,” “Happy Hanukkah” or simply “Happy Holidays,” still holds a place in our hearts as a way to send, receive, display and even file forever a treasured memento. RawPeople. com reports that 300,000 trees are consumed each year in the making of some 2 billion holiday cards, but appealing alternatives are coming to the rescue.

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To reduce a card’s carbon footprint to the bare minimum, with the only transport required that expended by the post office to deliver it, make it yourself. One option is to take old received cards, creatively paint over the original addressee’s name and reuse it. No envelope? Just write on the back of the clean front panel and cut it off to create a holiday postcard.

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Economics of Happiness:

The New Economy

Changing the Rules to Benefit America’s People

by John de Graaf and Linda Sechrist

sociated under it.” Likewise, the Constitution of the United States declares that government is to promote, among other things, the general welfare of the people.

Americans are able to achieve a better life, as we’ve proved many times in the past, benefiting mightily as a result of forward steps ranging from democracy, women’s suffrage and civil rights to inventive technological leadership. Although history shows that this has been accomplished primarily by changing national policies, any new economy delivering improved well-being is first brought about largely by active citizens that choose to invest more time in building a nation that reflects increasingly enlightened values.

Everyone’s quality of life—from today’s parents to future generations of great-grandchildren—depends upon individuals collectively working to build a new economy based on the concept of genuine wealth. In his award-winning book, Economics of Happiness: Building Genuine Wealth, ecological economist Mark Anielski explains this new and practical approach grounded in what people value most, which he states is: “Love, meaningful relationships, happiness, joy, freedom, sufficiency, justice and peace”—qualities of life far more vital than blind economic growth and material possessions.

Most Americans are facing their most significant economic challenges in generations. From the hardships of unemployment to the perils of mounting debt, worry about the health of a national economy that depends on consumerism and market success dominates our conversation. But have we asked what the economy is really for?

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ince the Second World War, we have been assured that more economic growth is good for us. But is it? By any measure, the U.S. economy, in its pursuit of constant growth, is in dire need of critical life support. Too many people have lost jobs, homes, scholarships and retirement savings, along with peace of mind, in the face of complex uncertainties. Those individuals that have jobs are earning less in real income than in 2001, even though they spend more hours working and commuting than previous generations.

We’ve had enough of the official mantra: Work more, enjoy less, pollute more, eat toxic foods and suffer illnesses, all for the sake of increasing the gross domestic product. Why not learn ways to work less and enjoy it more; spend more time with our friends

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and families; consume, pollute, destroy and owe less; and live better, longer and more meaningfully? To do all this, we need fresh solutions that engage America’s people in redefining goals for the economy (what we want from it) as opposed to the economy’s goals (what it demands from us).

An Economy Based on Quality of Life

Although an economy based on a high quality of life that makes people happy may sound revolutionary, Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. president, enshrined the pursuit of happiness as a human right when he drafted our Declaration of Independence. Jefferson emphasized that America’s government was, “to secure the greatest degree of happiness possible for the general mass of those as-

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To determine whether our economy promotes the greatest good or the happiness of the American people, we need to understand what makes us happy and how economic policies enhance or thwart our pursuit of happiness; we also need a better instrument of economic measurement than the gross domestic product (GDP).

The GDP counts remedial and defensive expenditures for pollution, accidents, war, crime and sickness as positives, rather than deducting these costs. GDP also discounts the value of contributions such as natural resources and ecosystem services, improvement in quality of life, unpaid domestic work, volunteer work, good health and social connection.

Anielski, in concert with economic experts such as Charles Eisenstein, au-

thor of Sacred Economics, Hazel Henderson, author of Ethical Markets, and Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, recommends that economic policies aim to boost societal welfare, rather than GDP. All agree that a new indicator of well-being, such as the U.S. Genuine Progress Indicator (GPI), could be used to more accurately measure economic progress.

The Science of Happiness

A respected “science of happiness,” pioneered by University of Illinois positive psychologist Edward Diener, Ph.D., dubbed Dr. Happiness, and other researchers, has existed for more than a decade. The study of what makes people happy and life fulfilling repeatedly demonstrates that the economic route to happiness does not consist of endlessly widening the superhighway of accumulation. Rather, it resides in a host of personal values that are closer to our hearts, as illustrated by the Himalayan nation of Bhutan (population: about 700,000).

For many years, Bhutan has measured its general well-being—as the people themselves subjectively report

it—using a Gross National Happiness (GNH) index. Its government bases policy decisions on how they might effect the kind of happiness associated with contentment, family, community, spirituality, education, compatibility with nature and good physical health.

After years of primary research, the Bhutanese have identified nine domains for assessing happiness: psychological well-being, physical health, time use (work-life balance), community vitality and social connection, education, cultural preservation and diversity, environmental sustainability, good governance and material well-being.

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How to Become Happier

Measuring Americans’ Life Satisfaction

To improve our own well-being within any economy, we need to attend to our security, social connections and the way we balance our time. Choosing to live with less stuff and lighter debt supports a better life with less income but more time, lower stress and better health. As individuals, we can:

Seattle, Washington, the first U.S. city to implement a measurement of life satisfaction, is parlaying Bhutan’s indicators—psychological well-being, physical health, work/time balance, education and capacity building, cultural vitality and access to arts and culture, environmental quality and access to nature, apt governance and material well-being—as part of its own Sustainable Seattle Happiness Initiative.

Spearheaded by Sustainable Seattle Executive Director Laura Musikanski and her team with encouragement by City Council President Richard Conlin, it may become America’s first GNH city.

Initial survey results, intended to spark conversations that matter, will be discussed at future town meetings in Seattle neighborhoods and used to recommend policies for consideration by the city council. Repeating the survey every couple of years will reveal progress.

Interest in a similar Happiness Initiative is growing in cities and towns from coast to coast, such as Napa, California; Bowling Green, Kentucky; Duluth, Minnesota; Santa Fe and Roswell, New Mexico; Bellevue, Nebraska; Portland, Oregon; and Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Some 100 colleges and universities also are beginning to apply the Happiness Initiative survey.

n Focus more on matters of family and community and on building trust. n Devote less attention to maximizing incomes and more attention to acts of generosity. n Ask our employers for more time off instead of higher pay.

In our local communities, we can find ways to design more relationshipfriendly places such as farmers’ markets, where shoppers tend to engage in many more conversations than in supermarket aisles (Worldwatch Institute). In cities, we can call for public and private spaces that facilitate social connection, instead of discouraging it via urban sprawl.

Ecological economist Dave Batker, co-author of What’s the Economy for Anyway? (film clip at Tinyurl. com/3tc9dlk), believes that moving forward requires greater citizen involvement in the shaping of democracy, laws and our collective future.

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Transition United States: Transition Towns TransitionUS.org Participants in this vibrant, grassroots movement seek to build community resilience in the face of challenges such as high oil prices, climate change and economic crises.

Sustainable Seattle: The Happiness Initiative SustainableSeattle.org Founders provide tools to comprehensively assess well-being, involve citizens and inspire people, organizations and policymakers to take action.

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Living Economies Forum: Agenda for a New Economy: From Phantom Wealth to Real Wealth LivingEconomiesForum.org “The old economy of greed and domination is dying. A new economy of life and partnership is struggling to be born. The outcome is ours to choose.” ~ Author David Korten

meaningful conversations and aligning constructive partnerships is reaching a crescendo this month at Beyond Sustainability: Ecosystems, Economics, and Education, the Institute of Florida Studies’ 36th annual conference, at Hillsborough Community College (Tinyurl.com/3avntte). Kleitsch remarks, “I show up, pay attention and listen for opportunities where my connections with policy makers, educators, nonprofits and community activists can help convene people in meaningful conversations that can make a difference in building a resilient community.”

In Oklahoma City, Sustainable OKC, a volunteer organization working towards community sustainability at the crossroads of business, environment and social justice, frequently

partners with the city’s Office of Sustainability, the CommonWealth Urban Farms project and the Oklahoma Food Cooperative (Sustainableokc.org). The grassroots organization advocates shopping locally and sustainably.

Jennifer Alig, Sustainable OKC president, is consistently delighted by the growing number of residents that don’t just attend events such as movie

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IT’S MUCH MORE THAN “JUST A CLEANING”

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ost people visit their dentist when they experience pain, have a broken tooth, or when they want to get their teeth cleaned.

This is what we learned from our parents growing up about the importance of seeing the dentist.

A s t h e ye a r s h ave passed and research has progressed, we have learned that going to the dentist regularly to maintain good oral health is vital to overall heath and wellness. A routine visit to see the hygienist and dentist for a cleaning and exam now entails much more.

More and more dentists now incorporate routine exams inside the oral cavity and the outside of head and neck into their hygiene appointments to screen for a host of oral diseases, including gum disease and oral cancer. Unfortunately, not all early signs of disease can be seen by the naked eye. At our practice we do much more.

Advances in technology have made it possible for dentists to offer noninvasive screening tests to help identify patients that are at higer risk for developing head and neck cancers and gum disease and to detect these diseases at an early stage. At our office we utilize 3 screening tools, in addition to the examination of the oral cavity and head and neck, to help identify at risk patients that we serve. They include individualized Oral Health Scores, a light based screening tool for the oral cavity, and a saliva test that measures the amount of human papillomavirus in your mouth.

At your hygiene visit, our hygienists will provide you with your individualized Oral Health Scores that are generated by your answers

to a few easy questions about your health history. Your scientifically validated Oral Health Scores will be calculated by a computerized risk assessment program.

Based on your risk, we will recommend different treatment options to manage your risk. Your Oral Health Scores are very much like the cholestorol scores you receive from your doctor to better understand your risk of heart disease. We use these scores to recommend different intervals of screening with other tests mentioned earlier. You can go to our website to get your free Oral Health Scores at www.hpsdental. com.

VELscope ® Vx is a non-invasive light based screening test that allows our doctors to look at your mouth literally in a different light.

Different cells, viruses, bacteria, fungi, cancer cells, etc, all show up in different colors when seen through the VELscope® Vx. Based on what the doctor sees will determine if you have anything that may need further evaluation. If you are in the low risk category base on your Oral Health Scores, we would suggest less frequent screening and if your are high risk we would suggest screening on every hygiene visit.

Following increased screening saves lives. At our practice, we do more than just cleanings, we individualize your care to your specific needs.

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The kind of society that makes for health, happiness, true prosperity and sustainability is one with strong local economies and flourishing communities that includes many activities provided by local nonprofits. It’s one characterized by: n Local small businesses and banking n Farmers’ markets and urban gardens n Urban designs that favor shared walks instead of isolated commutes n Public spaces for social interaction n Circumstances in which buyers know sellers n Businesspeople that sponsor and volunteer for local activities n Salary differences that are not vast n Citizens building a better world together

We intuitively know what is required to create such a society, starting in our own community. What we need is the determination to make sure the economy serves us; rules that benefit all of the people; a commitment to widespread quality of life, social justice and sustainability; and the political will to make good change happen.

John de Graaf, media and outreach director for the Happiness Initiative, speaks nationally on overwork and overconsumption in America. He recently co-authored What’s the Economy for, Anyway? – Why It’s Time to Stop Chasing Growth and Start Pursuing Happiness, with David Batker. He is also co-author of Affluenza: The All-Consuming Epidemic. Fifteen of his documentaries have aired on PBS. Linda Sechrist writes and edits for Natural Awakenings.

Create a Personal Plan that Works How do we keep our personal economy strong and contribute to the kind of world we want to live in? How do we walk the vital path of local sustainability in every part of our life—including work, investing and buying necessities?

Mark Anielski, author of The Economics of Happiness: Building Genuine Wealth, explains five ways to take action that are worth exploring.

Investments Move the majority of money reserves out of the stock market and into community banks that loan money in their neighborhoods.

Eliminate debts in order to have more discretionary income and ultimately, more time to pursue the things that make life worthwhile.

Work Join up with and pursue clients that are contributing to all of their stakeholders and the environment in positive ways.

Create a personal business plan with a goal of income sufficiency—having just enough income to meet the basic needs for a good life. Live with one vehicle, rather than two, and ride a bike to places where friends gather.

Volunteering Get involved in community activities, such as participating in the local town council, neighborhood association and service groups.

Purchases Buy local whenever possible. Choose the local pharmacy instead of the big chain, the farmers’ market rather than a multi-state supermarket. Examine each purchase and consider its ramifications.

Avoid buying clothes that need to be dry-cleaned and patronize green cleaners that do not use toxic chemicals.

Buy goods in the local economy, so that dollars remain in the community. Purchase from locally owned

businesses that employ neighbors and other locals.

While material possessions and luxuries are nice, having too many means too much routine maintenance, fixing things and dusting. Once we’ve reached a “maintenance stage” of life, a time when most material needs have been realized, direct energy and funds to maintaining the integrity of the home (built capital). The payoff includes more time for passions outside of work and more time with friends, family and neighbors.

Philanthropy Offset part of the family’s ecological footprint by donating to organizations that supply clean power or plant trees.

Assist the community’s poor and homeless by applying available time, talent and treasure.

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Imagine the joy of knowing that your purchase contributes to the dentist supplying braces for the local grocer’s kids, the local insurance agent’s mortgage payment, the local banker’s roof repair and the local roofer’s dinner— all of them friends and neighbors. The list of benefits—from shoring up local home values to ensuring access to local produce—keeps expanding as your dollars continue to circulate within the community.

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Shaktari Belew, author of Honoring All Life: A Practical Guide to Exploring a New Reality, explains how purchasing goods and services can actually create local community wealth for all if they are specifically designed for that outcome. “When items are designed to be created and sold locally, everyone involved benefits, from the suppliers that obtain the raw materials through those that manufacture, sell and buy the finished item. Even the environment benefits.”

Belew encourages our learning as much as possible about purchases.

“Once people are aware of the two vital concepts of localization and design, they will be better able to scrutinize purchases,” advises this designer and whole-systems thinker who focuses on resilient community design. As a Transition US.org workshop leader and one of the primary designers of the Community Engagement Process for Unified Field Corporation’s whole-systems/quadruple bottom line financial model, this Oregon

resident tries to follow her own advice.

“The Cradle to Cradle C2C certification helps,” she says.

The C2C program is an eco-label authorized by McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry, co-founded in 1995

by William McDonough, the author of Cradle to Cradle. The certification process assesses a product’s safety to humans and the environment, plus its potential for future life cycles. The “program focuses on using safe materials that can be disassembled and recycled for another purpose or composted as biological nutrients. To date, hundreds of items, from building materials, bedding and linens, baby care and haircare products to personal and household cleaning products, have been C2C certified.

If you plan to ship gifts long distances this gift-giving season, why not use the first C2C-certified consumer product—a U.S. Postal Service packing box? It exemplifies how a complex good design makes a product people- and planet-friendly. All 60 of the product’s boxes, decals and labels, involving 1,400 component materials, had to be certified, but the benefits are big: reduced costs for handling waste and disposing of hazardous materials; plus, the receiver may easily recycle the item with a free conscience.

“Imagine a closed-loop market system in which any number of items made from finite resources such as glass, paper, steel, plastic and cloth are designed to be reused in a near-endless cycle,” says Belew. “Imagine a world of goods designed for easy repair and maintenance, rather than obsolescence.”

Belew, the designer of Will’s Bills, a form of complementary currency, also recommends buying items that have long-term reusability specific to our needs. “My daughter loves a particular curry sauce, which comes in a little glass jar with a screw-top lid,” she relates.

Rather than recycle the jars, the family reuses them for storing small things at home. “They’re also the perfect size for single servings,” she says.

Sometimes, just a simple shift in perspective can change an item from trash to treasure.

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healthykids Examine yourself

For many school-age kids, performance anxiety becomes an overriding constant. Unfortunately, parents often play a role by projecting their own ambitions onto their kids, notes Geary. Carl Honoré, author of Under Pressure, cites parents’ good intentions, but blames modern forces—including a perfectionist culture, a volatile and hypercompetitive economy and older, first-time parents that bring a workplace ethos to child rearing—for conspiring to pressure kids. “What we’re squeezing out is the simple, soaring human pleasure and joy of being a child,” says Honoré. So find ways to lighten up on expectations.

Calming Anxious Kids Six Ways to Ease Upsets

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ids today are no strangers to stress. In a media-saturated world, children face scary stuff every day, from wars and natural disasters to divorce and peer pressure. In addition to the mental toll, anxiety affects kids’ bodies, too: A study published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity found that family stress directly compromises immune function and increases the likelihood of illness in children. As a parent, how can we help?

First, take a deep breath. “Childhood anxiety is not a new problem in our society,” says Dr. Anandhi Narasimhan, a Los Angeles physician specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry.

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Make space

Start by simply listening to your child.

“When my children are upset, my immediate instinct is to ask ‘How can I fix this?’” says Dr. Natalie Geary, an integrative pediatrician and mother of three in New York City. “But you need to step back, listen and empathize, without trying to problem-solve right away. If you allow the child to express his or her discomfort, and if you step back and try to gain some perspective, you may start to discern the triggers for his or her anxiety.” Trying to solve the problem immediately can backfire, she advises.

Create a consistent time, such as a snack break after school, to allow a child to download her day. You’ll learn more about what causes her stress and she’ll gain confidence in your care and her own ability to face fears.

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says. A meta-analysis of clinical trials first published in School Psychology Review concludes that such therapy can play a key role in alleviating childhood anxiety.

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“Children are expected to visit a pediatrician for preventive health, and we should adopt the same principle for mental health,” counsels Narasimhan.

“If anxiety is impacting a child’s functioning—such as causing him to want to avoid school or public places, showing extreme difficulty separating from caretakers, or complaining of frequent pains for which the pediatrician doesn’t see a medical explanation—take the child to a therapist or psychiatrist [to screen for anxiety].”

When appropriate, Narasimhan recommends cognitive behavioral therapy, in which a therapist teaches the child strategies to combat fears and address certain feelings and behaviors.

“This may include deep-breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation and alternative coping thoughts,” she

Speed breeds stress. “Don’t be in such a rush,” advises Geary. “Whatever you can take out of the day, take out.”

Work out a looser schedule, whether that means limiting kids to one musical instrument or sport or instituting a weekly day of rest, when playtime replaces all homework and chores. Says Geary, “I see a lot of kids coming in with stomach pains or school issues, or they’re hitting others. Nine times out of 10, I feel like saying to the parents, ‘Just take your kids to the playground, sit in the park with them and get really dirty digging in the mud.’ If they did that for a month, they’d be fine.”

Children often reflect their parents’ moods, so create calm. “Massage, maybe with calendula oil or something that smells nice for the child, is wonderful,” says Geary. The key is the interaction of the touch and the stillness. Just before bedtime, enjoy a cup of herbal tea together. “It’s more the ritual of sharing a warm drink at the end of the day than actually what you’re drinking,” she says.

“They will absorb the fact that you’re spending time with them.”

Elisa Bosley is a senior editor at Delicious Living magazine.

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“If blood sugar drops, it’s a very anxietyand irritability-producing sensation,” observes Geary. “Try to feed children snacks that provide slow-release nutrition, meaning they’re not getting a jolt of hard-to-digest fat, protein or sugar.” Her favored choices include low-fat cheese and hummus, or whole-grain bread, spread with nut butter, an easy-to-digest protein.

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How do we stop yelling?

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hy does the word diet strike fear and loathing into the hearts of so many? For many of us, it is simply because “d-i-e-t” spells “f-a-i-l-u-r-e.” In fact, researchers have found that diets have a 95-98 percent failure rate.

Let’s put this in perspective. What if a doctor prescribes a medication that works in less than 10 percent of all cases?

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we feel as if we’ll be deprived of those favored foods for the next 364 days.

Diets are based on deprivation, and therefore; they make lots of foods into the “forbidden fruit.” Deprivation causes overeating.

Diets also fail to tap our innate body wisdom. We may believe in listening to our intuition, but when it comes to food and weight, we listen to diet-based weight-loss groups, television shows or doctors. After a short period of compliance, we then defy authority and eat whatever we want.

So if diets aren’t a sustainable solution, what is?

Attuned eating, or paying careful and mindful attention to our bodies, can help release overeating and food obsessions. Author Geneen Roth details this non-diet approach in her early classic, Breaking Free from Emotional Eating.

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chocolate, pasta, bread and lots of it— but the opposite is often true.

Take Carli, a new student of mindful eating. She was shocked to discover that her body often wanted apples, not ice cream, but she had never bothered to ask before. Try asking the same questions she did. Every hour or two for a few weeks ask, “How much body hunger do I have right now?” and “What kind of foods will satisfy my body-hunger right now?”

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The simple act of paying attention — without judgment — will change things.

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attuned eating is stopping what Jane Hirschman and Carol Munter, authors of Overcoming Overeating, call “yelling at ourselves.” Imagine an 11-yearold girl hating herself for being 15 pounds heavier than her friends. She asks for help from her mother who follows her around all day yelling thinks like, “Look how fat you are!” and “Don’t eat that cookie,” or “Why can’t you stop eating?” It certainly would not help the girl. It is harsh—even cruel— and only makes her want to eat more.

Yet, we treat ourselves this way and expect it to work.

How do we stop “yelling?” First we understand that a “fat thought” has a deeper meaning. It’s not just about fat.

We likely don’t mean, “I am a worthy, lovable and beautiful human being with extra adipose tissue on my buttocks.” Instead, we mean, “I’m fat and therefore weak-willed, unworthy and inadequate.” Once we see the hidden meaning of our condemnation,

we can challenge it. We can ask, “Is this the ultimate truth about who I am?

Am I an unworthy, inadequate person?”

This challenges the demeaning assumptions behind our “fat thoughts.” Yelling

makes us want to eat more.

In addition to practicing attuned eating, Carli refrained from using her body size or food choices to beat herself up. So when her body did want ice

cream, she was satisfied with less.

We have just skimmed the surface of this non-diet approach to resolving overeating. It’s not a weight loss program or a quick fix. It’s also not a onesize-fits-all solution. Discerning if this is the right fit takes educating ourselves with books, websites or workshop. It takes persistent practice of these skills.

Then, if this is our path, we need the support of friends, family or professionals. It takes time and patience to master these skills. Get support. Be persistent.

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ichelle Long is the executive director of the Bellingham, Washington-based Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE). The fast-growing network aims to empower local businesses with their financial goals while they actively contribute to healthier communities and a cleaner environment. Their triple bottom line is people, the planet and profit.

BALLE represents 22,000 independent businesses in 30 states and Canadian provinces. By serving as an information clearinghouse and support center, BALLE is proving that no business is too small to make a difference.

Why is it important to foster local economies?

Locally based activity is where we are seeing real prosperity. Today, as we face economic, community and ecological crises, we see bright spots where local businesses are working together to build strong, healthy local economies.

How can local businesses positively affect their communities and the environment?

There is a natural accountability when business owners live with the impacts of their decisions, instead of from hundreds or thousands of miles away. Local

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supply chains also reduce carbon impacts by decreasing transport time.

Why is it vital to foster new strategies and support networks for local businesses?

Small businesses are stronger together than they are alone. Working in collaboration, business people enjoy enhanced powers of communication and networking, including opportunities to save on smart, shared purchasing. They often support each other through learning, mentoring and even investing in each other’s businesses.

How does investing money locally, or community capital, help?

This aspect is a critical component of a healthy community economy, because too often, when we put our money into something like a mutual fund, we don’t know the impact and how much harm is coming from it. Community capital, investing locally, is much more personal and direct; it can help ensure we’re bringing about changes we want, such as resilient communities and local food supplies. Just going for impersonal financial returns isn’t working.

More local banks are innovating in this area. One example is One Pacific Coast Bank, in the Northwest. New kinds of investment clubs also are com-

ing on line.

Which examples illustrate how businesses are thriving as a result of new local models?

Several local manufacturing groups spoke of their results at BALLE’s 2011 annual conference. Examples include SF (San Francisco) Made and Made in Newark. These nonprofits build a regional economic base by developing a sustainable and diverse local manufacturing sector.

In Philadelphia, the apparel boutique Sa Va uses local materials in every detail, down to people growing plants for dye in vacant lots. The city has granted the shop tax breaks in acknowledgment that it creates jobs and supports other local businesses.

Which examples illustrate how businesses have reinvented themselves based on new local models?

After attending a BALLE conference, the president of T-shirt maker TS Designs launched steps to localize the entire supply chain to enhance its push for social and ecological sustainability. Typically, a tee travels 16,000 miles before you put it on, but TS now collaborates with North Carolina farmers, cotton ginners and others to go from “dirt to shirt” in 750 miles.

What challenges loom for local business efforts, and how can they be overcome?

One of the biggest hurdles is that many people are innovating, but they are going it alone. BALLE connects businesses to other people, ideas and resources so they can learn from each other and not have to start from scratch.

Another barrier is financing. We have started to bring together pioneering philanthropists that put a little funding in to create the conditions for businesses to proceed from there. The Cleveland Foundation, for example, recently helped seed a worker-owned laundry co-op.

Most economic development subsidies still favor large corporations rather than local businesses, but some

shift when they see studies like those from Civic Economics, proving that the cost per new job is much cheaper by catalyzing and growing local business.

In Phoenix, a study by BALLE network’s Local First Arizona showed how the state gets more high-paying jobs with benefits from a local office supply company, Wist Office Products, than from a big box store. Wist also spends more money locally for services ranging from graphic design to legal assistance, and donates more to local charities. In all, the study

found that on a $5 million state contract, Arizona was losing half a million annually in economic leakage by doing business with a nonlocal competitor. As a result, the city of Phoenix changed its procurement rules and now buys local.

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The HCG Weight Loss Program Hits Genesee County! Lose 1-2 Pounds Per Day! Grand Blanc, MI – Since author Kevin Trudeau published his book “Weight Loss Cures They Don’t Want You to Know About,” which discussed the HCG weight loss protocol, people all over the country are looking for doctors willing to prescribe this revolutionary diet program.

HCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, is a hormone that is naturally created during pregnancy. However, 50 years ago, Dr. A.T.W. Simeons discovered that HCG could be used in tiny doses to curb hunger, increase metabolism, and to cause the body to use its fat reserves for energy. Over time, Dr. Simeons perfected the dosage of the HCG, as well as the amount of calories to which people should be limited.

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hether we are talking about pets or people, chronic inflammatory disease is closely associated with poor blood flow and poor oxygenation of the affected tissue or organ. Technically speaking, with chronic inflammation the reduced supply of oxygen to the tissue results in a buildup of lactic acid and a decrease in the number of electrons available for cellular energy production–and healing. Pain and dysfunction are the end result when reduced tissue blood flow diminishes the available cellular energy necessary for healing.

Now that we understand how chronic inflammation is related to decreased tissue blood supply and poor oxygenation, it only makes sense to ask how we can increase the poor blood flow to an inflamed area. One of the best ways is to dilate the blood vessels feeding the chronically inflamed tissue. Treating inflammation in these ways is much preferred to using steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which do not heal but simply mask symptoms of pain and dysfunction.

duction, dilate blood vessels and consequently bring more oxygen and healing energy to chronically diseased tissue.

Whether we use arginine supplementation or acupuncture the increased tissue oxygenation will decrease unwanted acidity and increase cellular energy both of which will encourage damaged tissue to heal.

• Regular exercise also supports tissue oxygenation. Pets (and people) that exercise have better overall circulation to their tissues. The better circulation results in higher levels of cellular energy and more rapid healing. Whether you walk, jog, play fetch or Frisbee® with your pet the enhanced level of activity and blood flow will definitely benefit you both.

• Another way of increasing oxygenation of your pet’s organs and tissues is by using nutritional supplements.

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Eat, Drink… and be Mindful “Many of us get down during the dark winter months, so we fight the darkness with festivities and foods that we think will pick us up,” says nutritionist Judith Mabel, Ph.D., of Brookline, Massachusetts. “But most holiday foods don’t succeed because like alcohol, they bring your mood up briefly

and then bring it down.”

During the holidays, Mabel advises her clients to keep exercising for better brain function and mood, to avoid sugar when possible and to reduce hunger before parties by eating snacks like nuts, seeds, fruit and cheese or soup.

“It’s also important to eat a high-fiber, low-glycemic breakfast in the morning such as eggs, whole grain cereals or yogurt,” adds Mabel. “That keeps you from consuming too many calories during the day.”

Mabel recommends bringing healthy offerings to gatherings, like hummus or eggplant dip with whole grain crackers or a platter of crudités. “If you are going to splurge, dark chocolate that is at least 60 percent cocoa is a good choice,” she says. “It can lower blood sugar and it has healthy flavonoids and theobromine, which is a mood booster.

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min D deficiency, which is linked to depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD), Mabel suggests Vitamin D3 supplementation in the range of 1,000 to 2,000 IU daily. Fish oils and B vitamins also make her list of mood boosters year-round.

Herbal Help When it comes to managing stressful situations, Bonnie Rogers, a clinical herbalist in Briarcliff, New York, recommends a natural approach to calm nerves. “Nettles help to balance the adrenals,” she says. “It’s a tonic herb that you could use every day of your life, and it delivers calcium to your system.”

Rogers recommends covering ½ to ¾ cup of loose nettles with boiling water in a jar and letting the herbs “drink” a bit before topping them off with more boiling water. Allow the mixture to sit for at least four hours (or overnight) to release the vitamins and minerals, and then strain the tea and drink it cold or hot, storing leftovers in the refrigerator. “In the winter, I add a tablespoon of elderberries, which are antiviral,” says Rogers. “Sometimes I also add a quarter cup of oat straw, which helps to balance the nervous system; letting the mixture steep releases its magnesium, which relaxes the body.”

Rose petal tea can be a quick fix for anxiety, notes Rogers, who also likes rose glycerite from a dropper bottle. “I often give my herbal students a drop without telling them what it is,”

Rogers reports. “When I ask them what it feels like, almost everybody says, ‘I feel like my shoulders relaxed and my heart opened.’” Motherwort tincture is another aid for reducing anxiety, she adds, and skullcap helps with insomnia and racing thoughts.

For those coping with SAD but not on medication, Rogers suggests a combination of St. John’s Wort and lemon balm. “A simple lemon balm tea is wonderfully relaxing, and it helps with digestion.” Rogers adds that tulsi, the ayurvedic name for holy basil, also helps the body to manage stress and comes in tea bags for convenience.

Getting adequate sleep during the holidays is essential to fortifying the body and keeping the mind clear, says Dillan DiGiovanni, a certified holistic health coach in Somerville, Massachusetts. “It helps everything. More sleep equals greater energy and less need for caffeine and sugar.”

DiGiovanni adds that a glass of warm water with lemon juice in the morning can lift fatigue and irritability, while cleansing the digestive organs.

“Drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day helps with detoxification yearround,” she says, “and it curbs appetite during a season of overindulgence.”

DiGiovanni further counsels people to limit alcohol, a depressant that disrupts sleep and dehydrates the body, and to guard against holiday overspending and overcommitting in the name of fun.

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Bad form. Correct form is your safety net. Once you compromise the way you do a move, you’re no longer getting the greatest benefits from the exercise, and you’re seriously increasing your risk of getting hurt. Even if it means, for example, lightening up the amount of resistance, follow the correct form for the best results.

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Join us as we demo various recipes using the acclaimed Vitamix. Stop by, sample and see just how these amazing blenders turn your favorite foods into meals, releasing hidden nutritional value at the same time. Perfect for afternoon school snacks and more! Whole Foods West Bloomfield.

Green Lecture Series - 7pm. FREE. Whole Foods Rochester Hills.

Friday, November 11 Burzynski Movie - 7-9pm. This is a documentary movie about a doctor that has been healing cancer with no side effects. Anyone who has ever had cancer needs to see this! FREE. Russell Industrial Center, 1604 Clay Ave, Ste 160, Detroit. Info: Alice Goodall 586-646-0066. See ad page 52 and NewsBrief page 7.

HUGE 1st Anniversary Sale-a-thon! - 5-9pm.

50% off jewelry: Indian, handmade, silver, gold, antique & more. Salt Lamps and more on sale.

Do your holiday shopping, have wine/snacks and Celebrate! FREE. Advanced Energy Therapy, 20 W Washington St, Ste 10, Clarkston. Leslie 248-909-3700. See ad page 53.

Saturday, November 12 Thanksgiving Tasting - Noon-4pm. Get your taste buds ready again as our Prepared Foods Department cooks up some delectable items from our holiday menu. Everything from sides to entrees and dessert! Items sampled available for order at our Holiday Table. Whole Foods Markets West Bloomfield, Troy.

VegMichigan Dinner Club - 6pm. Come get reacquainted with a metro Detroit vegetarian and macrobiotic institution, now with a new chef and expanded hours. Choose between the vegan Seitan stroganoff and veggie stir fry over brown rice. $17, includes tax & tip. Om Cafe, 23136 Woodward Ave, Ferndale. Register: Karen 877-778-3464.

Your Emotions and Boundaries Webinar - 2-4 pm. Learn to use the energy of anger, sadness and fear to get more of what you want from life. $25.

Light Muse Intuitive Living. Info: Ruth Wilson 248-990-1902 or see ad page 51 for website.

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Ayurveda for Winter - 2-3pm. Learn how diet and lifestyle choices can affect the inner harmony that your body may be struggling with this coming Winter and how to ground and nourish our bodies through self-massage (or Abhayanga in Ayurveda) with Dosha specific oils, what foods to eat to maintain balance in our Doshas, and what meditations help to ground us during stressful situations. Donation. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, Rochester. Kim Leshley 248-8955064. See ad page 30.

Raw Foods for Regular People - 11am-noon.

What Thanksgiving meal is complete without pie?

Learn to make amazing healthy raw versions of two traditional favorites - apple pie & pumpkin pie. $10. Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Boulevard, Rochester Hills. Service Desk 248-371-1400.

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Sunday, November 13 Taste of Thanksgiving - 12-3pm. Join us as we sample out our holiday fare and offer suggestions to make your Thanksgiving holiday memorable!

FREE. Whole Foods Rochester Hills.

Is Anyone Listening??? - 6-8pm. Have you wondered why your dreams have not arrived in your life? Join us for a fun & interactive way to find out.

Bring an open heart & at least 1 goal. $15. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield.

Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

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Features presentations and demonstrations by some of the best teachers in the fields of natural healing, raw, vegan, and living foods. Complimentary infrared sauna and biomat treatments, raw food court, crafts and artisans for holiday shopping, Victoras Kuvinskas–keynote speaker. $10 admission. Laurel Manor, 39000 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. See ad back cover.

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everything from sides to entrees and dessert! Items being sampled will be available for order at our Holiday Table. Whole Foods Troy.

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

Anti-Aging Nutrition Plan - 2-3:30pm. Focuses on nutrient-dense “super foods.” Also covers the Glycemic Index/Glycemic Load of foods and Metabolic Profiling. Digestive enzymes, probiotics and prebiotics are discussed as well as the Acid / Alkaline Balance. A great briefing to start your journey to wellness. $25. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, Rochester. Kim Leshley 248895-5064. See ad page 30.

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The Foundational Wellness Center is holding a seminar as a get-to-know our services evening of information. Speakers at this free seminar will be Dawn Fleetwood, Iridologist, Herbalist and Instructor of Tai Chi Chuan and Medical Qigong and Mark Lemon, Alchemical Energy Healer.At The Foundational Wellness Center located at 3676 Clarkston Road, Clarkston (1/4 mile N. of Baldwin). For more information or to reserve a spot in the free seminar contact Dawn Fleetwood at 810-235-9864. See NewsBrief page 12.

Girsh Chant Workshop + Evening Candle Light Yoga with live music by Girish - 3-8:30pm. First, join us on Sunday for a Chant/Bhakti Workshop with Girish from 3 - 5 pm ($40/$45 at door).

Then return for a Candle Light Hatha Yoga class led by Abby with live music by Girish @ 7:30 pm ($15/$20 at door) $55. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

Thursday, November 17 Posture and Anti Aging - Join Dr. Ellis to learn proper posture habits and how it can improve your health. Posture is How You Balance Your Body and proper body balance will be taught at this lecture. Exercises and Rehab protocol will also be demonstrated and complimentary chair massage sessions. Whole Foods West Bloomfield.

Call 248-538- 4600 ext. 107 to reserve a seat.

Friday, November 18 Friday Night Flights - 5:30pm. Join us at our Specialty Wine Bar for flights of wine and cheese.

Find our great buys and values throughout the Department. Discuss pairings for selected wines and cheeses, and how to match wine to meals.

Flights vary based on availability. $10. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol. Info: Specialty Department, Whole Foods Rochester Hills.

Saturday, November 19 Juicing for Health with Anca - 11am-noon.

Learn about juicing's powerful benefits & sample fresh delicious juices. Anca will also share her incredible story about healing herself from cancer. $5. Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Boulevard, Rochester Hills. Service Desk 248-3711400.

Girish Kirtan Concert - 8-10:30pm. Join us as we welcome back Girish for an evening of uplifting music and chant. $15. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-5560992. See ad page 54.

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Sunday, November 20 Taste of Thanksgiving - 12-3pm. Join us as we sample out our holiday fare and offer suggestions to make your Thanksgiving holiday memorable!

FREE. Whole Foods Metro Detroit Stores.

Now Get Alkaline - 2-3pm. Our bodies are overloaded with toxins and acidity. Ionized water is alkaline, rich in antioxidants and micro clustered all properties used for detox & improved health.

Please join us and learn why. Donation. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, Rochester. Kim Leshley 248-895-5064. See ad page 30.

Old-fashioned Thanksgiving - 2pm. Sample some old-fashioned recipes such as mashed turnips, sausage stuffing, spoon bread and plum pudding.

Make crafts, watch a movie and explore earlier Thanksgivings. Preregister/prepay. $3/person.

Historic Center of Wolcott Mill Metropark in Ray Township. 800-477-3175.

Raw Food Tasting: Thanksgiving - 1-3pm. Join Deb Klungle of Nourished Body for some raw food samples of two dishes for your Thanksgiving meal - bean-free hummus & apple-cranberry salad.

FREE. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple Road, Troy. Service Desk 248-649-9600. See ad page 10.

Monday, November 21 Digestion Issues? – Nothing Working? - 7-8:15pm.

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. Attend this seminar and learn drugless solutions. FREE. Vitamin Shoppe, Auburn Hills. Call 248-879-1900 to register.

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5-10pm. This vegan potluck event will be held at the home of two VegMichigan board members. Bring your best vegan dish to share! Troy. For address and other details leave a message at 877-778-3464.

Come Meet Amma, Humanitarian and Spiritual Leader - 8pm. A satsang (spiritual discourse by Amma), followed by inspired devotional music (bhajans), meditation and darshan (Amma's personal blessing). A precious opportunity to experience selfless, unconditional Love, which flows from her in abundance. FREE Public Program. Hyatt Regency, 600 Town Center, Dearborn. For program info call 734-995-0029. See ad page 48.

Monday, November 28 Communicating with Love - 5:30-8:00 pm.

Discover how your beliefs about love, intimacy and sexuality affect your relationships, sexual satisfaction, marriage, body image and ability to find love. In this workshop, you'll have the opportunity to connect with others through verbal sharing and exercises designed to open your heart. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea Room, Ann Arbor. Info/RSVP: Debbie at 734-523-8566.

Come Meet Amma, Humanitarian and Spiritual Leader - 11am-5pm. This program begins with a short meditation followed by darshan (Amma's personal blessing). Amma's embrace allows people to experience true, unconditional love. It can help awaken the dormant spiritual energy within them.

Free Public Program. Hyatt Regency, 600 Town Center, Dearborn. For program info call 734995-0029. See ad page 48.

NingXia Red - 7-8pm. This superfruit supplement has been specifically formulated to fortify, energize and replenish the mind and body. You’ll get to experience how just one serving of this powerful nutrient combination boosts your immune system by providing vital antioxidants and phytonutrients.

Donation. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave. Rochester. Kim Leshley 248-895-5064. See ad page 30.

Tuesday, November 29 Grandma’s Home Remedies - 6-8pm. Learn tips and tricks from your grandma’s cupboard for a healthier "YOU". $25. Lapeer Community Education, LAPEER. 810-667-6546.

Nature's Apothecary 101 - 7pm. Learn your way around our Whole Body Department by attending these classes that will teach you how to heal and nourish your body. Subjects will include essential oils, homeopathy, essential fatty acids, and folk medicine, taught by our team members, Wendy and Brenda! FREE. Please register online or at our Customer Service Desk. Whole Foods Rochester Hills.

Wednesday, November 30 Connecting With Your Angels - 7-9pm. This class offers a basic introduction on who the angels are, how to clearly develop your intuitive abilities to hear your angels’ guidance, and how to heal your energy body with angelic healing techniques. Learn to uplift your life to harmony, peace and divine oneness with spirit. $25. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave. Rochester. Kim Leshley 248-895-5064. See ad page 30.

Hypnosis & Fertility - 6-7pm. Buried deep in the subconscious are barriers to living life to its fullest.

Learn how hypnosis can unlock, treat these barriers and enhance fertility $10. MI Center for Fertility & Women's Health, 4700 Thirteen Mile Rd, Warren.

Claire Maurer 586-576-0431.

Gluten Free Support Group - 7pm. Join us in the cafĂŠ with copies of your favorite gluten free recipe to share. Familiarize yourself with our gluten free products, discuss your allergy and get samples provided by our gluten free vendors. FREE. Register online or at the Customer Service desk. Whole Foods Rochester Hills. Info: 248-371-1400.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 Amma's Public Devi Bhava Program - 7pm. Devi Bhava literally translated as "the mood of the Divine Mother". A celebration of the feminine aspect of the divine and her expression of unconditional love and compassion for all of humanity. The evening begins with a spiritual discourse (satsang), followed by an Atma Puja, a ceremony to promote peace and well being. Free Public Program. Hyatt Regency, 600 Town Center Dr, Dearborn. For program info call 734-995-0029. See ad page 48.

Saturday, December 3 Juicing for Health with Anca - 11am-noon.

Learn about juicing's powerful benefits & sample fresh delicious juices. Anca will also share her incredible story about healing herself from cancer. $5. Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Boulevard, Rochester Hills. Service Desk 248-371-1400.

Sunday, December 4 Hand-made Holiday Gifts - 1 pm-5pm. Enjoy Natural Gift-making & creating Holiday Warmth!

Make your own dipped beeswax candles, cards & decorative matchboxes to take home. Pre-register $25. Strawbale Studio, contact Deanne, Oxford.

Deanne Bednar 248-628-1887.

Wednesday, December 7 Raw Food Tasting: Chocolate - 5-7pm. Join Deb Klungle of Nourished Body for some raw food samples of two healthy holiday desserts - a decadent fudge brownie & luscious chocolate pudding. FREE. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple Rd, Troy.

Service Desk 248-649-9600. See ad page 10.

Saturday, December 10 Making Peace With Food - 10am-12pm. Break free from dieting, food obsessions and overeating using mindful eating and the non-diet approach. Break the weight gain/weight loss cycle. FREE. Making Peace with Food, 28592 Orchard Lake Road, 301, Farmington Hills. Abbe J Grossman, MA 248-470-5738. See ad page 12.

Raw Foods for Regular People - 11am-noon.

Sweets are usually so unhealthy! Learn to prepare some nutritious, quick & easy holiday goodies.

We'll make creamy chocolate pudding & yummy truffles. $10. Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Boulevard, Rochester Hills. Service Desk 248-371-1400.

ongoingevents NOTE: All calendar events must be received via our online submission form by the 12th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. No phone or fax submissions, please. Visit mhlas.com/calendar to submit online. with your breath and still your mind in this moving meditation. $12. Powerhouse Gym Yoga Studio, 400 East Brown Street, Birmingham. Jen Cooper 248-563-7300.

Creating A World That Works For All - 10am.

Celebration of Spirit: music, laughter, meditation, inspiration, spiritual community. Making a difference by being the change we wish to see. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad page 25.

Tai Chi Chuan Classes - 6:30-8pm. Enjoy the calm, centered, relaxed state of moving meditation. Mind leads, body follows. Reunite with your personal power and learn to direct your energy. $15. Orchid Leaf Energy Arts, 2290 East Hill Rd #202, Grand Blanc. Dawn Fleetwood 810-235-9854.

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.

Flow Yoga - 7pm. Also Wed-6:15pm & Thu-9:30am.

Great for the fit individual wanting to experience a blend of classic yoga combined with asana flow & breath. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Unity Church of Rochester - 11am. A center for spiritual growth and prayer support based on the practical application of the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Unity respects all individuals. FREE. 1038 Harding Ave. ROCHESTER HILLS. 248-656-0120.

Meditation & Study Group - 7-8pm. 3rd Sundays only. Learn how to start or keep a mediation practice. FREE. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515.

See ad page 54.

Yoga - 9:30am & 2:30pm. 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 27 & 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 31.

La Leche League of Lake Orion - 10am. Daytime Series meeting: 3rd Monday. FREE. Christ the Redeemer Church, 2700 Waldon Rd, Lake Orion. Tawnya 586-604-4074.

Breastfeeding Info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. 1st Mondays only. FREE. Henry Ford Hospital, 10 Mile & Schoenherr, in lower level meeting room below Main Entrance.

WARREN. Info: Ginny 586-940-1634.

Slow Flow Yoga with Noreen Daly CYT - 5:45pm.

Wednesdays also. For beginners to intermediate, this class provides a gentle pace of moving from one posture to the next. Feel invigorated, strengthened, lengthened and focused. First class free, $8/class or package rates. Peace Unity Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. 248-625-5192.

See ad page 25.

Jen's warm slow flow Yoga- 6:15-7:15pm. Connect

Blended Yoga - 9:30am. Great class for all levels combining classic yoga teachings w/asana. Some days we take it easy and other days we move a bit more. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 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 31.

Gentle Yoga with Rev. Matthew - 10am. Thursdays also. A spiritual, mental and physical practice for developing and tapping inner energy and awareness.

Please bring a practice mat or towel. Free-will Loveofferings will be received. Peace Unity Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston.

248-625-5192. See ad page 25.

Yoga - 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. 586795-3800. See ads pages 27 & 54.

Gentle Yoga - 7pm. Great class for beginners, plussized, seniors, pregnant or anyone needing a more therapeutic approach to their practice. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Tai Chi Classes - 6:30-7:30pm. 20 yrs experience. $13 drop in or 10-class packages. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101.

Macomb County Homebirth Circle - 7-8:30pm.

Social gathering where women are supported for their choice to birth at home. FREE. Thrive In Line Chiropractic, 51309 Mound Rd, Shelby Township. Erica Michaels 248-881-0836.

Bi-Monthly Seminars - 6-7:30pm. You may please advertise as well about the Seminars bi monthly on Tuesdays. $25. Holistic Healing Center, 1777 Axtell

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Dr. Ste 203, Troy. Info/class listings see website in ad page on page 10.

clarity of mind and creating flexibility. First class free, $8/class or package rates. Peace Unity Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston.

248-625-5192. See ad page 25.

MI Holistic Nurses - 7pm-9pm. 3rd Tuesdays only. Nurses and other professionals have the opportunity for CEUs, and educate. FREE. Providence Hospital-Professional Bldg, 16001 9 mile Rd, Southfield. Info: Alice Goodall 586-646-0066.

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Drink coffee-Burn Fat - 6-7pm. Low glycemic coffee tea or chocolate latte for thermogenic fat burning. FREE. ABC Wellness, 37300 Dequindre.

Suite 102, Sterling Heights. Call Julie to confirm 855-669-9355. See ad page 52.

Flow Yoga - 6:15 pm. Great class for those new to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Vitamin C Wednesday’s in November - 8-10:30am.

Warm up on Wednesday’s and stop in for a hot breakfast and receive a complimentary 8oz fresh squeezed orange juice with a breakfast bar purchase. One juice per customer with a breakfast bar purchase only.

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EFT Drop-in Group - 6-8pm. Available to experienced and non-experienced tappers alike. Take advantage of an opportunity to tap in a group setting, learn additional energy psychology tips and techniques to enhance benefits from a skilled certified EFT Practitioner at the affordable price of $20. Confidentiality expected and respected. Call 248-334-9214 for location information.

Yoga - 9:30am & 3:30pm. 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 page 27 & 54.

Wine Down Wednesdays in November - 6-8pm.

Join us in the Wine Bar to meet our Wine Buyer, Jeff, one of Michigan’s five Master Sommelier Candidates. Learn about the various types of wine and explore various accompaniments. Each week there will be a different topic. $20. Whole Foods West Bloomfield.

Foundational Yoga - 10-11am. Energize and relax your mind, body, spirit and heart. $8. Michigan Rehabiliation Specialists, 10860 Highland Rd, Hartland. Tanya 810-623-4755.

Adult Women’s and Children’s Domestic Violence Support Groups - 10-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

Gentle Yoga with Noreen Daly CYT - 1pm. A wonderful introduction to yoga, or a nice way to build on your current practice, this gentle class is for everyone. Enjoy strengthening, breath awareness,

Flow Yoga - 9:30am. A blend of classic yoga teachings inter-woven with asana flow and breath to help strengthen the mind, body & spirit. $12. Jewels

Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Batterer/Assailant Group - 10-11:20am; 5:306:50pm and 7-8:20pm. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

Young At Heart Active Adults - 11:30am-1:30pm.

Fun and friendly atmosphere filled with activities. $5 yearly membership per person includes 6 newsletters per year. Non-members welcome. (May be extra fee for luncheon). Hart Community Center, Davisburg. Info; Sarah 248-846-6558.

Special Needs Adaptive Yoga - 4:30 pm -5:30 pm.

Ages 10 to 15 attends class with caregiver. Begins July 7 thru August. $8. The Yoga Loft & SHARP Fitness, 555 S. Saginaw St, Flint. Lois Schneider 810-232-2210.

Yoga - 5:30 & 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 27 & 54.

YOGA for Men & Women - 6-7:30pm. Beginning & Intermediate. Discover how movement and breath help open tight spots in the body. You may end up discovering some areas that haven’t moved in years.

This class will help bring balance to the body. Available for all fitness levels. Bring your own mat or one provided. Taught by Chris Duncan, RYT 8 years Astanga Yoga. $12 drop in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101.

Essential Meditation with Rev. Matthew - 6:30pm.

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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. 586795-3800. See ads pages 27 & 54.

Basic Yoga - 7pm. This class is a classic! Great for all levels; it's basic but with a challenge! $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, Davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

La Leche League of Lake Orion - 7:30 pm.

Evening Series Meeting: 2nd Thursday. Toddler

Meeting: 4th Thursday. Babies and children welcome. FREE. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1950 S. Baldwin, Lake Orion. Tawnya 584604-4074.

Sexual Assault Group - 9:30-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

Basic Yoga - 9:30am. Great class for newbies! Learn the basics in a fun, casual atmosphere. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Yoga - 9:30am. 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. 586795-3800. See ads pages 27 & 54.

Yin Yoga - 5:45-7pm. 1st & 3rd Fridays only.

Experience the benefits of a Yin practice, all levels welcome. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515.

See ad page 54.

Restorative Yoga - 5:45-7pm. 2nd & 4th Fridays only. Props used for this gentle & meditative practice. Bliss! $13. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515.

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Jen's warm slow flow Yoga- 6pm-7pm. Connect with your breath and still your mind in this moving meditation. $12. Powerhouse Gym Yoga Studio, 400 East Brown Street, Birmingham. Jen Cooper 248-563-7300.

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.

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

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Yoga Fusion - 8am. Explore the 8 limbs of the Ashtanga practice infused with traditional, primary & secondary series postures. A warm, healthy practice available to all. Great for the self-motivated individual without limitations. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248390-9270. See ad page 54.

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Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Networking Meeting - 1st Sat/monthly 9:30am-12pm.

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 586-7517500. See ad page 31.

Gentle Yoga - 10:15am. Great class for beginners, plus-sized, seniors or anyone needing a more therapeutic approach towards their practice. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 7355 Hall Rd, davisburg. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Kids Yoga - 11:15am-12pm. 2nd & 4th Saturdays only. Kids will exercise, play, & connect more deeply with inner self. $9. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586949-5515. See ad page 54.

Kids' Yoga - 12:15-1pm. Ages 3-7. Includes story time, fun poses, light snack. Cost for kids: $10.

Adult class also runs in different rooms. Red Lotus Yoga, 1900 S. Livernois, Ste A, Rochester Hills.

Info: 248-601-9642.

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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.

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FOOT REFLEXOLOGY CERTIFIED FOOT REFLEXOLOGIST. In Birmingham/Serenity Room Onsite and in-office. 725 S. Adams, Ste. L-169, Birmingham. Call Lauren Burtell 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.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Grace Hospice is seeking compassionate individuals to provide companionship to terminally ill patients and family. SE Michigan. Training provided.

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NUCCA Chiropractor

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Natural Networking at its best! Connecting you to the leaders in naturally healthy living in our community. To find out how you can be inbe included in this directory each month, call 248-628-0125 or visit: MHLAS.com.

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

Bowenwork® 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 39.

Former MD in China served North American people for over 27 years with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Specializing in various pains and intestinal problems. See ad page 17.

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 18.

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.

Allergy Treatment New Life Allergy Treatment Ctr. Terry Robinson, RPN, Natural Therapist Advanced NAET Practitioner 725 S. Adams S-185, Birmingham 248-792-2229 • NewLifeAllergy.com

Computerized Allergy Testing/ treatments. Certified in NAET, BioSet, JMT and BioKinetics. 11 years experience. Specializing in: Environmental allergies, food allergies/sensitivities, digestive issues, skin problems, headaches, fatigue and Candida.

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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 27 & 54.

Chiropractor complete wellness & injury Solutions 30325 Gratiot Ave., Roseville 586-774-6301 • DrComplete.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 36.

Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

10683 S. Saginaw Street, Suite B Grand Blanc, 810-694-3576 MichiganWellnessAndPainRelief.com

Everyone, regardless of age or condition, can benefit from a nervous system that is working at its very best. Our interest in the spine is only because it houses the nervous system. Chiropractic is a safer, more natural approach to better health. See ad page 33.

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Experience exceptional Chiropractic without any twisting, cracking or popping.

Dr. Cramer is trained in the NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association). Tap into your healer within! Please visit www.NUCCAInfo.com. See ad page 37.

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.

Salomon Chiropractic Health Center Southfield • 248-557-1818

Dr. Susan Salomon, treating and preventing causes of pain. Educating patients, health/stretches, since 1989.

Van Every Chiropractic Center

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

Get the best Chiropractic adjustment of your life!

We o ff e r a u n i q u e , breakthrough, gentle approach to Chiropractic care called Koren S p e c i f i c Te c h n i q u e (KST). See ad page 27.

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

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 i v i d u a l . Vi s i t WillsFamilyChiropractic.com. See ad page 19.

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coaching/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 behaviors that keep you stuck, experience peace and joy, live out your purpose, and...enjoy your life!

See ad page 37.

DIANNE KIPP, BSN, PCC

Life, Health, Career Coach 888-242-8613 coach@diannekipp.com • DianneKipp.com FollowYourHeartJourneys.com

Want more success from life? Whether for your personal, professional or business success, you will be amazed at your results!

Discover how to achieve Success in a life you love to live! Ask about Awesome Retreats! Complimentary sessions always available.

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Be treated with respect.

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craniosacral therapy Rochester Holistic Arts

Nicolas Leshley, CMT 118 Terry Ave., Rochester • 248-895-5064 RochesterHolisticArts.com

Education / schools naturopathic School Of the healing arts

734-769-7794 NaturopathicSchoolofAnnArbor.net

informative website!

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Dentistry

Catherine Hilker, owner

David W. Regiani, DDS, PC

Creating Sanctuary 248-547-4965 www.CatherineHilker.com

Holistic General Dentistry 101 South Street, Ortonville 248-627-4934 RegianiDental.com

Life Coaching, Feng Shui and Space Purification services.

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

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 3.

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

Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocompatible approach. We perform mercury free/mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmosphere for the entire family. See ad page 24.

health foods/BEVERAGES 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.

detox Holistic WellBeing Center The Mental Fitness Center

850 W. University, Suite C, Rochester 248-601-3111 www.MentalFitnessCenter.org

A natural approach to mental and physical health, offering counseling, behavior analysis, coaching, nutrition and physical fitness training, for individuals, couples, families and persons with special needs.

See ad page 31.

Three integrated diploma programs: Naturopathy (ND), Massage Therapy/ Energy Medicine, Master Herbalist. Continuing education, student clinics.

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7 years' experience with children and adults of all ages.

Healing therapy for: A D D, A D H D, Migraines, closed head injuries, Neurological Disorders. See ad page 30.

• Seasonal & Environmental Allergies • Concentration, Attention & Digestive Royal Oak, 248-953-9402

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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.

KeyMeals.com 877-539-6325 Birmingham

Healthy Meal Planner based on seasonal superfoods comes with weekly shopping lists in a convenient format that attaches to keychain.

Daily recipes based on 1200-1500 cal include nutritional information. See add page 29.

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home cleaning services Hagopian

Oak Park, Birmingham, Novi, Utica & Ann Arbor • 800-HAGOPIAN (424-6742) OriginalHagopian.com

Carpet, furniture and tile cleaning for home and business. Rug cleaning and repair, 24 hour water and fire damage response. New & previously loved rugs. See ad page 19.

Hypnotherapy C Beyond hypnotherapy Louise Stoltz, C.Ht 425 W Huron Ste 210, Milford 248-714-6042

Yo u c a n m a k e p e r m a n e n t , positive and healthy changes in your life, work and at home with hypnotherapy! Stop Smoking, Weight, Shape, Stress and Anxiety Management, Self, Confidence Improvement and much, much more.

Denise Jacob, RN, PhD, Cht 725 S Adams #236, Birmingham 248-514-8259 JacobHolisticHealing.com

integrative medicine ABC Wellness • Diane Culik, MD 37300 Dequindre Suite 102 Sterling Heights • www.DrCulik.com 855-NOW-WELL (855-669-9355)

Holistic approach: Natural Thyroid, BioIdentical Hormones, Food Allergies, Vitamin and Mineral tests, Heavy Metal Testing, Weight Loss: Homeopathic HCG or Bskinny coffee, tea and latte.

The Downing Clinic

Laura Kovalcik, DO, FACOI 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • 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, BioIdentical Hormones, Chemical Sensitivities, Osteoporosis, Candida, Fibromyalgia, Optimal Nutrition Plans and Primary Care. See ad page 8.

Budaj Chiropractic and Nutrition

5793 W. Maple, #147, West Bloomfield 248-626-0001

In practice since 1983. Multiple non-invasive techniques for effective treatment outcomes.

Medical knowledge, combined with Chiropractic and nutritional expertise treats the source of the problem, whether chronic or for prevention. See ad page 7.

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.

emerald dream hypnosis, LLC Kathy Juhl & Tom Day • 586-372-8779 115 South Washington St., Oxford EmeraldDreamHypnosis.com

Kathy and Tom are Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists & members of the International Association of Counselors and Therapists. Offering Personalized individual, group and audo hypnotherapy sessions, golf hypnosis.

See ad page 9.

Imagine That Hypnotherapy Jack Dugger, Certified Hypnotherapist 2893 Dixie Hwy., Waterford 248-622-6350

Jack helps people Stop Smoking, Lose Weight, Gain Self Confidence, eliminate all kinds of phobias and has even served as a "Life Coach." Very Reasonable Rates. See ad page 25.

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Vickie Evans, CMT

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

Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Healing and Therapeutic Touch.

Rain Drop Therapy: Spinal massage with aromatherapy oils provides antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory action to improve back pain and conditions. See ad page 8.

Wellness training Institute

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

Integrated Therapeutic Massage and Reiki Services with aromatherapy. Craniosacral, Meridian Light Touch, Shiatsu, Hot Stone, Deept Tissue, Swedish to help you feel your best. See ads pages 27 & 54.

Medical Intuition Becky Stevens Holistic Alternatives, LLC

586-294-6540 33576 Harper Ave., Clinton Township BeckyStevensHolisticAlternatives.com

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

See ad page 23.

Teresa Birkmeier-fredal MD 2770 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley MyWellness-Medicine.com 248-270-3309

Specializing in natural approaches to unresolved gastrointestinal symptoms and disorders.

Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

10683 S. Saginaw Street, Suite B Grand Blanc, 810-694-3576 MichiganWellnessAndPainRelief.com See ad page 33.

massage therapy bodyworks massage therapy

At Red Lotus Yoga Studio Rochester Hills Call for appt: 586-243-9090 Thai Yoga Massage, deep tissue, swedish. 19 years experience. Credit cards excepted and gift cards available. Corporate chair massage available. Visit: BodyworksForHealth.com

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Medical spa Timeless Health & Beauty medical spa 248-840-7853 6854 N. Rochester Rd, Rochester

A healthy body from the inside out. Bioidentical Hormone replacement, weight loss, intravenous nutritional support, vaser and smart lipo, botox, nonsurgical facelift, vericose veins and other services. See ad page 5.

Natural/Holistic Health goodall's herbs

Alice Goodall, RN, BSN V.P. MI Holistic Nursing Assoc 586-646-0066

Nutritional counseling/ herbal remendies based on the COMPASS® nutritional assessment. Identify deficiencies in your body in the comfort of your own home. Serving SE Michigan.

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Holistic Healing Center 1777 Axtell Drive, Ste 203, Troy 248-435-6400 or 248-637-1830 HHCMI.com

ad page 10.

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

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.

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

Integrative functional health. BioPulsar imaging, over 200 formulas, food sensitivity testing, stress reduction, trauma release, personally imprinted h o m e o p a t h i c s , e n e rg y muscle testing, cellular detoxification. For info visit whysuffer.NET. See ad page 22.

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

Complete Natural Lawn Application Products & Programs PO Box 874, Highland 248-889-7200, A-1OrganicLawns.com

We believe in protecting and preserving your family and home environment with natural fertilizers that use the power of nature to beautify your property.

See ad page 7.

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.

organic salon

Tru bliss salon

32550 Northwestern Hwy, Farmington 248-737-4100 TruBlissSalon.com

Organic coloring system.

Odorless, ammoniafree, Certified Organic ingredients, no staining or burning. Kera Green Smothing System with organic Keratin. Also featuring Nayo with organic flax and Calendula. See ad page 21.

yourself. ~Soren Kierkegaard

raw food nourished body | satisfied soul Deb Klungle • 248-497-4189 Certified Raw Food Chef & Educator YourNourishedBody.com

Learn how simple, nutritious, & delicious raw foods can be! Services include customized private instruction & detox support. See ad for current group class schedule, page 10.

Reiki skin care

advanced energy therapy

20 W. Washington, Ste 10 • Clarkston 248-909-3700 • Leslie@AETherapy.com AdvancedEnergyTherapy.com

Do you or someone you love have cancer? Reiki can help reduce side-effects of Chemo/Radiation therapy.

It also reduces stress and promotes healing. Pet Reiki available too.

apiderm laser & skin care center

2221 Livernois, Troy • 248-528-2028 Apiderm.com

Beauty, embraced by nature, powered by science. 5-Berry Pigment Control Peel, Chocolate Power Skin Rescue Treatment, Vitamin A Peel and more. Call to speak with an esthetician today. See ad page 9.

Veterinary

Jaya’s certified Reiki & Seichim Classes

Woodside Animal Clinic

Rochester • 248-464-2049 JayasHealing@PeoplePC.com

There are 12 class hours in each degree. Investment: $150; Registration: $50. Classes: Reiki I to III and Master Training. Also advanced Seichim, living light energy.

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 35.

SOOTHE YOUR SOUL

Hannah Cornell-Schroeder 2B South Washington 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 27.

cutting edge salon

8331 S. State St. (M-15), Goodrich 4 miles North of Ortonville 810-636-5100 Organic Hair Coloring, Ion Detox, Feathering, Mani/ Pedi, Gel Nails and Shellac, Hi/Lo Lites, Regular Hair Care, Men,women and children cuts, Gift Certificates available.

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A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living. ~Eleanor Roosevelt

WEIGHT LOSS Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

10683 S. Saginaw Street, Suite B Grand Blanc, 810-694-3576 MichiganWellnessAndPainRelief.com

Everyone, regardless of age or condition, can benefit from a nervous system that is working at its very best. Our interest in the spine is only because it houses the nervous system. Chiropractic is a safer, more natural approach to better health. See ad page 33.

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Wellness training Institute

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

Studios, schools and other resources from our community

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 27 & to right.

Sometimes your best investments are the ones you don’t make. ~Donald Trump

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).

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Jewels Yoga and Fitness 7355 Hall Rd., Davisburg 248-390-9270 JewelsYogaFitness.com

Something for everyone.

Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Fitness, Private instruction, Massage, Mediation, Workshops, Discussion groups a n d m o r e . WA L K INS AVAILABLE OR CLASS CARDS. NO EXPIRATION.

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Zumba Gold Wednesdays 5-5:45pm Zumba Wednesdays 6-7pm

Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups emphasizing resorative and therapeutic principles. Call for class schedules. See ads pages 27 & to the right.

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Zumba IS Good Medicine...

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Midwest Raw Health EcoFestival 2011 Dedicated to Dr. Ann Wigmore

Sunday, November 13th from 10am-8pm New Indoor Location!

Laurel Manor at 39000 Schoolcraft, Livonia Admission: $10

Vegetarians, Vegans, and Anyone Interested in Learning How to Eat For Better Health is Welcome!

This event is an opportunity for you to gain insights and practical knowledge on how to enhance all aspects of your life. Throughout the day, leading experts in the fields of raw, vegan and living foods will be presenting lectures and demonstrations to help you embrace a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle.

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Guest Speakers Include: Viktoras Kulvinskas, MS, HHE Joyce Oliveto, CN, CNC, CCT Ellen Livingston, MA, RYT Teri A. VanDale, CNM Laketa MaCauley, CNHP, NC Daniela Paruss, LAC/CMT Robert Lewanski Michael Vanderhoof

• Healthy Living, Eco-Friendly Products & Services • Handcrafted Goods By Local Artisans (great holiday shopping opportunities!)

• Raw & Vegan Food Demonstrations and Tastings • Raw Food Court Featuring Premier Raw Food Restaurants

Our Special Key Note Speaker Viktoras Kulvinskas!

Author of “Survival in the 21st Century”

This event is an opportunity for you to gain insights and practical knowledge on how to enhance all aspects of your life. Throughout the day, leading experts in the fields of raw, vegan, living foods and natural healing will be presenting lectures and demonstrations to help you embrace a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle.

For More Information Visit: www.RawHealthEcoFest.com

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Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

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