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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.

15 CANCER TREATMENT 21 STAND UP AND MOVE! How to Sizzle, not Fizzle

by Debra Melani

23 BE SUPPLEMENT SAVVY How to Choose Wisely

by James Occhiogrosso

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26 FIBROMYALGIA PUZZLE

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by Dr. Mark Morningstar

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28 LIFESTYLE TWEAKS

Simple Changes to Feel Good

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32 ADDRESSING AUTISM Reasons for Hope

by Brita Belli

34 WEIGHT LOSS

35 GMO CONSEQUENCES Health and Safety Questions

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

37 NEUROTRANSMITTERS

Serotonin Balance for Optimal Health

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AMERICA’S BEDROCK

Clear and Present Dangers

by Sandra Steingraber

42 NO DUST ON THE MIRROR Reflections on a Life of Conscious Wholeness

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appy New Year to all of you; readers, advertisers and local distribution locations. We appreciate the support you have provided Natural Awakenings Pet in 2012, and we're looking forward to 2013 and beyond.

To recap 2012, Natural Awakenings Pet continued to grow. We expanded into Wayne county early in the year, which increased our circulation by about 30%. We have plans to continue that expansion in 2013, which we'll announce in future letters and emails.

We have a couple of new programs we're launching in 2013 as well, that we'd like to tell you about now.

First, we have "morphed" our expo series into a seminar-based approach. The plan is to hold (eventually) monthly seminars in which practitioners from our community will give presentations designed to educate and inform all who wish to attend. The goal is to rotate these events throughout our Southeast Michigan market, so that every part of our region has the chance to attend a "local" event. Our first event will be in March 2013, and we'll make the formal announcement on our website, in the next issue of this magazine and via our email list (make sure you're signed up for the list, if you're not...visit our website and sign up there).

Next, we are in the final stages of launching an expanded network for both businesses and readers to take advantage of. It will include website-based directories, email notifications, social media channels and much more. Plan on taking part of this cutting-edge approach that will keep you informed, provide opportunities to save on your purchases and much more. Again, we'll announce that soon through the channels mentioned above (another reason to be on the email list).

We're sure you'll find these new programs beneficial to you, whether you're a reader, distribution location for the magazine or local business (advertiser and nonadvertiser alike).

We hope you enjoy this month's magazine. We've collect a great deal of information to help you keep you and your family happy and healthy. That's the mission of Natural Awakenings each month.

Because January is our integrative and complementary issue each year, you'll find information on dealing with Fibromyalgia, Autism, sustainable weight loss tips and our feature that provides healthy lifestyle "tweaks" that are surprisingly simple and can provide positive changes for feeling good.

So, enjoy your January issue of Natural Awakenings. Until next issue here's to a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year...naturally!

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newsbriefs Berkley Yoga Studio Offers Two New Winter Programs Do you have a special event in the community?

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ouse of Yoga is offering two special programs to the yoga community. A Commitment to Conscious Living incorporates ancient and modern yoga practices and philosophy into a method to live a healthier and more vibrant life.

“We all make honest and sincere resolutions to live a healthier life, but without support and direction, we often are not able to maintain the changes that are needed in our diet and daily routine,” says Abby Bechek Hoot, founder and Director of House of Yoga.

“Our program utilizes the wisdom from yoga philosophy and psychology to create a more balanced and happy life.” Through explorations in diet, asana practices, meditation and pranayama techniques, students will not only gain physical health but will improve their mental health as well.

The second new program, Sharing the Practice (STP) is designed to help those that feel called to teach cultivate the proper skills to teach effectively and with sincerity. The program combines the practical skills of teaching yoga with helping students discover their teaching style. The program covers meditation techniques, pranayama, chanting, mantra and basic yoga philosophy.

Staring January 18, the programs run side-by-side with a weekend intensive session each month for four months. The sessions are limited to 12 students.

House of Yoga is located at 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd., Suite 100, Berkley. For more information visit HouseofYoga.net or call 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

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an Every Family Chiropractic Center is offering a New Year’s wellness package, at a savings of almost $500.

The package costs $300 and includes an examination, 12 chiropractic adjustments, and a visit on the Hydro-bed. The package is only available for treatments starting in January and is valid for four months.

Van Every Family Chiropractic offers care for the entire family – from infants to the elderly. They use a technique called Koren Specific Technique or KST, a gentle but powerful form of adjustment. KST utilizes a tool to tap the bone into place instead of using hands to manually adjust. Most adjustments are done with the patient standing.

They treat all type of conditions from sciatica to bed wetting.

Van Every Chiropractic is located at 4203 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak. For more information or to schedule your appointment, call 248-616-0900 or visit their website: VanEveryChiropractic.com. See ad page 34.

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Southfield Fitness Center Offers Free Power Plate Sessions

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ital Performance Fitness, located in Southfield, is the first authorized Power Plate® studio in Michigan and they are offering a free session to new clients.

“Power Plate training offers a host of benefits ranging from improvement in blood circulation, increased muscle strength and flexibility, improved range of motion, decreased cellulite, and increased bone mineral density,” explained Casey Czuj, co-owner of Vital Performance. “Additional studies show that Power Plate® training can decrease arterial stiffness, improve walking functions, and decrease pain associated with sciatica and post knee/hip surgery. Power Plate training is the ultimate wellness solution for all ages and lifestyles.” Each session is as short as 20 minutes and is combined with one-on-one personal training geared to each client’s physical abilities.

Vital Performance is owned by a mother-daughter team and has been in business for three years. They are a small fitness studio where individualized workout plans are the norm. “We pride ourselves on creating a fun, friendly, upbeat atmosphere where people enjoy transforming their well-being as a whole. We cater to our clients’ needs, providing an environment that leaves them feeling motivated, energized, and rejuvenated,” said Casey.

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Sterling Heights MD Officially Board Certified in Integrative Holistic Medicine

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r. Diane Culik, MD, Director of ABC Wellness, located in Sterling Heights, has earned her board certification in Integrative Holistic Medicine. She passed the board test from the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine in October 2012, along with 170 other practitioners from the US and beyond.

Dr. Culik was already board certified in Family Medicine and Geriatrics. She attended the University of Michigan Medical School and did her family medicine residency at St. Johns Hospital. She specializes in bioidentical hormones, natural thyroid replacement, food allergies, and natural therapy for mood disorders and ADD, ADHD, and autism. She is also a certified gluten specialist and has special interests in fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue and heavy metal toxicity.

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Birmingham Center Introduces Nutritional Cleanse and Healthy Lifestyle Program

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e Well Lifestyle Center, located in Birmingham, is offering a new program, Evolve 21, a guided 21-day nutritional cleanse and month-long healthy lifestyle education and coaching program designed to help people start the new year clean, energized, and strong.

“This program is designed to help your body release accumulated toxins, strengthen the detoxification, digestive, and immune systems, and to teach you how to make gradual changes to your lifestyle to minimize your exposure to toxins, to promote well-being, and to begin a new year healthy evolution,” said Cathy Shap, Integrative Lifestyle Coach.

“A nutritional cleanse rests the digestive system to allow more of your body’s energy to be directed to your body’s natural detoxification process while also supplying you with a powerhouse of nutrients. Our weekly workshops will address physical, mental, and emotional health and will provide you with the necessary tools to maintain the high energy, weight-loss, and inspired commitment to your health and wellbeing.”

Two sessions will be offered. The first runs from January 7 to February 3; the second runs February 28 to March 24. The program includes weekly workshops, daily yoga (optional), and a number of private sessions with the Be Well health professional team.

Be Well Lifestyle Center is located at 750 S. Old Woodward, Birmingham. For more information, call 855-9Be-Well or visit BeWellLifestyleCenters.com. See ad page 21.

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he Michigan Association of Counselors and Hypnotherapists are offering a free expo in honor of the 8th annual World Hypnotism Day. The expo will be January 19 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Authentic Living Center in Troy. The event is free and open to the public.

There will be over 18 holistic vendors and exhibits, free lectures, free snacks and beverages, a raffle, and free mini-sessions from practitioners. This event brings together experts in the fields of hypnotherapy, energy healing, nutrition, stress reduction, pain management, the power of positive choice and more. The goal is to help people be able to tap into their own abilities to heal.

This year’s featured speaker is Dr. Robert Otto, President and CEO of the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association and of the International Association of Counselors and Therapists. His opening remarks will explain hypnosis, the power of the mind, the power of you and how you create change in your life.

The Authentic Living Center is located at 1640 Axtell Rd., Troy. For more information visit the event website at: MACHInfo.org/2422.html or call 248-822-9253.

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Children’s Fairy Tale Teaches Good Eating Habits

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roy-based Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Shivani Sharma has published a children’s book, Fairy Food Mother’s Color Mystery.

“This book is based on one concept - eating right starts early,” said Sharma. “The book is suitable for kids 3 to 9 years old and takes kids on a fun fantasy journey that teaches them a healthier way to eat and how to eat by color.”

Shivani has been working with elementary kids to teach them the importance of eating well-balanced, nutritious meals

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that include fruits and veggies with lots of colors. Sharma, Founder of Right Food Choice, LLC, travels to elementary schools to present nutrition classes for kids that involve reading her book, doing activities, and becoming mini chefs, all to encourage them to eat more fruits and vegetables.

Sharma is a Certified LEAP therapist, specializing in food sensitivities related to IBS, fibromyalgia and other inflammation-related disorders.

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For more information her website: RightFoodChoice.com or call 214-5976064.

Editor's note: Visit the Natural Awakenings website and register to win a free copy of this book by filling out the entry form in the online version of this NewsBrief at: NAeastMichigan.com/news-online.

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newsbriefs Wellness Center Celebrates First Anniversary in Birmingham

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ynergy Wellness, a full-service chiropractic and homeopathy wellness center in Birmingham, is celebrating its first anniversary. Since opening last year, Synergy Wellness has helped hundreds of individuals and families in the community to heal their bodies using gentle chiropractic and homeopathic techniques.

“It’s been an amazing journey,” says Dr. Laura Vanloon of Synergy Wellness, named one of metro Detroit’s top chiropractors by Hour Detroit Magazine for 2013. “I’m so grateful for the opportunity I’ve had to meet so many wonderful people here and to help them on their path toward a healthier body and lifestyle.”

In recognition of its one-year anniversary, Synergy Wellness is offering $50 off an initial homeopathy consultation until April 30. The consultation includes electro-dermal scanning to identify potential problem areas and development of a personalized homeopathic wellness plan.

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Synergy Wellness is located at 1775 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham. For more information: DrVanloon.com or 248-408-8183. See ad page 27.

Local Videographer Produces Natural Beekeeping DVD

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ocal video producer Jeremy Dunbar produced a DVD on Natural Beekeeping showcasing his father’s 40 years of experience as a beekeeper. Jerry Dunbar, longtime beekeeper, has always taken an organic and natural approach to beekeeping and shares his experiences in this 90-minute film.

“These tiny creatures, responsible for pollinating one third of our crops, are disappearing in mass waves, dying and losing the way back to their hives. Current consensus assigns blame to a combination of chemicals, genetically modified crops, antibiotics, pesticides and other toxic factors,” says Jerry.

“I see part of the solution in an elimination of all artificial intrusion into the bee’s life;" he continues, "in letting its natural biology and immune system build up strength, restoring balance. I envision a future in which people around the world discover and take up apiculture, building a network of healthy small-scale beekeeping operations, creating a buffer against Colony Collapse Disorder. I encourage urban beekeeping more than rural because the pesticides and monoculture in farmlands are bad for the bees and their honey. In cities, they at least have a choice of blossoms and can skip the ones with chemicals.”

Better Body Better Health Institute Offers Free Weight Loss Seminars

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rs. Marc and Colleen VanHoogstraat created the Better Body Better Health Institute in 2011 in order to help those struggling with weight loss and other chronic, metabolic conditions.

They are now offering free seminars to the public to share the approach they've been using with their patients “Our culture's love affair with quick fixes, doctors' shows and celebrity diets is leading us down a slippery slope that fails to address the underlying causes of chronic weight issues.

Being overweight or obese is like hypothyroidism...it's not only an early warning of more symptoms and illness to come, it is an obstacle to cure!” says Dr. Mac Van Hoogstraat. “The key is to discover the critical components often missing from conventional diets & programs that must be addressed for successful results.”

The Better Body Better Health Institute, located inside Lifetime Wellness Family Chiropractic, offers free monthly seminars and webinars to learn safe, scientific and natural methods to lose weight, restore your health and get your life back.

Lifetime Wellness Family Chiropractic is located at 51 S. Washington, downtown Oxford. For more information, visit their website at LifetimeWellness.net or call 248-628-4886. See ads pages 13 & 45.

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Editor's note: Visit the Natural Awakenings website and register to win one of 5 free copies of this DVD by filling out the entry form in the online version of this NewsBrief at: NAeastMichigan.com/news-online.

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Kicking the Sugar Habit with Renee Heigel

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The event will be held four times: at 11 a.m. on January 19, in the new Southgate store; at 2 p.m. on January 19, in Better Health - Novi; at 11 a.m. on January 26, in Better Health - Grosse Pointe; and at 2 p.m. on January 26, in Better Health - Bloomfield Hills.

“This is about your addiction to sugar,” Heigel says. “I know you’re concerned you can’t keep this up and you silently wonder if your health issues could be related to your sweet tooth and occasional soda. You wonder whether you can quit sugar and have long-term success.

You don’t want to do something radical and you don’t want to live in deprivation either. You want to enjoy life, let go of cravings and finally welcome in healthier habits and understand your body. I can show you how with this 60-minute chat with Q&A at the end.”

Food samples will be included.

Founder of the popular programs Love Yourself Naked and Local Nourish Flourish, Heigel is a leading holistic health counselor, coach, speaker, local food advocate, mother and cook.

The event is sponsored by The Better Health Stores, with locations and telephone numbers as follows: 42875 Grand River Ave., Novi, 248-735-8100; 2053 S. Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Hills, 248334-9500.; 17825 Eureka Rd., Southgate, 734-374-1973 and 19850 Mack, Grosse Pointe, 313-885-5000.

For more information, visit her website at: ReneeHeigel.com. See ad page 55.

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A Journey into Yoga Anatomy & Physiology

Red Meat Raises a Red Flag

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an Bannink, Doctor of Physical Therapy, will offer a two-part fun and informative foundational course on the fundamentals of yoga anatomy with an application for Yoga Asana.

“A J o u r n e y into Yoga Anatomy & Physiology will explore anatomy as it relates to yoga practice, highlighting safe alignment principles for injury prevention.

This course is designed for yoga practitioners, teachers and anyone with a desire to learn more about the human body,” says Dan Bannink, PT, DPT. The first class, Anatomy and Physiology of the Trunk and Spine will be held Sunday, January 13 from 1 to 5 pm at Santosha Yoga in Chesterfield Township. The second class, Anatomy and Physiology of the Extremities, will be held Sunday, January 20 from 1 to 5 pm at Bodhi Seed Yoga in Mt. Clemens. The cost for both sessions is $80 or $45 for one session.

Santosha Yoga is located at 48774 Gratiot Ave. Chesterfield. To register, visit SantoshaYogaMI.com or call 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

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teak is still one of America’s favorite meals, but regular consumption of red meat products comes at a high cost for health. In a recent large study, Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers found red meat to be causally associated with mortality, including from cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Senior author Frank Hu, professor of nutrition and epidemiology at HSPH, and his team observed 37,698 men from the HSPH Health Professionals Follow-Up Study for up to 22 years and 83,644 women from the National Institutes of Health Nurses’ Health Study for up to 28 years, all of whom were free of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer at the beginning of the study.

The researchers assessed diets via questionnaires every four years and documented a combined 23,926 deaths in the two studies, of which 5,910 were from CVD and 9,464 from cancer. Their evaluation revealed that one daily serving of unprocessed red meat (about the size of a deck of cards) was associated with a 13 percent increased risk of earlier mortality, and one daily serving of processed red meat (one hot dog or two slices of bacon) with a 20 percent increased risk.

Red meat and related products contain heme (meat-based) iron, saturated fat, sodium and nitrites, as well as carcinogens formed during cooking. The researchers recommend turning to healthier protein sources instead, like fish, poultry, nuts, legumes and whole grains.

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Piperine, the pungent-tasting substance that gives black pepper its characteristic taste, helps block the formation of new fat cells.

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mon form of cancer each year.

In the study, rats were fed a high-fat (20 percent) diet for 32 weeks.

Those fed a high-fat, low-fiber diet and also exposed to a carcinogen, developed precancerous lesions of the colon. The animals that underwent a similar diet and treatment, but also received daily vitamin and mineral supplements, showed an 84 percent reduction in the formation of precancerous lesions and did not develop tumors.

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ried foods may please the palate, but cooking them in the wrong medium, such as sunflower oil, can present a health risk.

Researchers from the University of the Basque Country, in North Spain, have discovered that organic aldehyde compounds become toxic when heated. These chemicals, previously linked with some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, are generated by the degradation of fatty acids in sunflower and other oils high in polyunsaturated fats, and some remain in food after frying. Oils with higher concentrations of monounsaturated fats, such as olive, peanut or coconut, are less worrisome if frying is the only cooking option.

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Among the tests that emit ionizing radiation are computerized tomography (CT scans), cardiac catheterizations, coronary CT angiograms, cardiac calcium scoring and some types of stress tests.

Heart tests that pose no radiation risk include electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Dr. Warren Manning, chief of noninvasive cardiac imaging and testing at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, in Boston, and a Harvard Medical School professor, advises, “One or two CT scans over a lifetime is appropriate. But if you have a condition that requires repeated monitoring, a test that does not expose you to ionizing radiation may be preferred.” Many radiologists take precautions to minimize clients’ radiation exposure, such as performing cardiac CT scans with one-sixth the conventional radiation dose.

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ccording to a recent article published in Green American magazine, 93 percent of Americans believe that genetically modified foods should be labeled. However, only USDA-certified organic products cannot intentionally contain genetically modified organisms (GMO), so identifying GMO foods and products in a typical U.S. grocery store is difficult. The following information can help.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirms that large percentages of the nation’s crops were genetically modified in 2011: 94 percent of conventional soy and soy products; 90 percent of cottonseed, a common ingredient in margarine, salad dressings and oils; and 88 percent of corn, contained in breakfast cereals, corn flour products such as chips and tortillas, high-fructose corn syrup, soups and condiments. More than 90 percent of the U.S. canola crop also is now genetically modified.

The Independent, one of England’s leading newspapers, reported in 1999 that the artificial sweetener aspartame has been made with genetically modified bacteria since 1965.

Aspartame, inconclusively linked with numerous health risks, is present in more than 6,000 products, including diet sodas. Two other ubiquitous artificial sweeteners, Nutrasweet and Equal, also contain aspartame.

The USDA further lists 95 percent of the 2009 U.S. sugar beet crop, used to produce conventional sugar, as genetically modified. NonGMO alternative sweeteners include pure cane sugar and honey from organic farms.

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ancer can be a scary and confusing diagnosis. Until recently, the only medically accepted treatments were surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. Today, there are more options available to cancer patients that allow them to seek alternative or integrative approaches to fighting the disease, but patients still need to find a doctor who is qualified to provide proper treatment.

Dr. James Lewerenz of the Longevity Health Institute is one such doctor that provides natural and integrative cancer treatments with the patient being the focus. He is a double board certified physician who has been practicing integrative medicine for many years. He believes that both traditional and functional medicine are valuable treatment options and that combining the two can lead to the best results for the patient. At his practice, the Longevity Health Institute, he looks at patients from a whole body perspective and treats the whole patient rather than just the symptoms.

Dr. Lewerenz specializes in using an integrative approach to cancer treatment. He explains that two of the key factors to address when fighting cancer are detoxification and hormonal balancing. “

90% of cancer patients have poor detoxification pathways that do not allow the body to properly dispose of toxins. It is imperative that proper detoxification occurs in a controlled setting as part of the cancer treatment protocol,” says Dr. Lewerenz. “Furthermore, hormonal balancing is extremely important as hormones control our body processes, like cortisol and DHEA with the adrenals. 70% of the patients I see are breast cancer patients, most of whom have estrogen receptor positive cancer, so it is important to block estrogen as part of their treatment and optimize adrenal function and immu-

nity.”

Just as each patient is an individual, cancer is individual to each patient. “The old school cookie cutter approach to cancer treatment is not the best approach because each person is unique,” states Dr. Lewerenz. For example, some people have a genetic predisposition to cancer. In others without a genetic predisposition, specific cancers can be detected through gene snips or polymorphism, so genetics plays a key role in understanding and treating specific cancers.

“Using genetics to help determine treatment protocols is often the best approach,” states Dr. Lewerenz. For example, estrogen blocking is a tool for treating estrogen receptor positive breast cancer, but would not be effective in other types of breast cancer. And balancing the hormone estrone can be an effective treatment for prostate cancer.

“Non-traditional therapies can often be an effective treatment for cancers that are not readily treatable using traditional methods,” explains Dr. Lewerenz. For inoperable or solid tumors, hyperbaric oxygen treatments followed by radiation can have good results. The hyperbaric oxygen chamber provides an anaerobic or hypoxic environment in which the tumors cannot grow. Oxygen is also immune boosting and anti-inflammatory, helping with post radiation treatment side effects.

Dr. Lewerenz explains that proper nutrition is also vital during cancer treatment. “Optimizing nutrition is of utmost important to ensure the immune system is supported during the treatment process.

The body cannot fight cancer without a properly functioning immune system.”

Dr. Lewerenz offers nutritional therapy, including personalized IV nutrition, to ensure that each patient’s key nutrients are at optimal levels. Some patients require IV Vitamin C to help boost their immune system. Others may receive IV

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Herbals therapies are also used at the Longevity Health Institute for supplemental treatment and support. Turmeric is used to help control inflammation and has anti-cancer effects as determined by numerous National Institute of Health studies.

Dr. Lewerenz believes that patients can help themselves by eating a diet that helps to minimize the replication of cancer cells. “All cancer is driven by sugar,” states Dr. Lewerenz, “so it is important to suppress sugar and insulin sensitivities so as not to feed the cancer cells.”

An organic plant-based diet low in sugar is best for cancer treatment, according to Dr. Lewerenz. Some people may need to cut out all fruit as some have a high glycemic index. Other people have done well following the Gerson diet during cancer treatment.

“The key is to become more alkaline,” he explains. “Since cancer thrives in an acid environment, becoming more alkaline is one of the best things a patient can do to help himself/herself through diet and water modification.”

Dr. James Lewerenz takes a multifaceted approach to impact the lives of his patients. He is passionate and dedicated to bringing his personal experience, knowledge, and training to enhance one’s quality of life at any age.

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Apple’s Water Supply New York City has opened the world’s largest water disinfection plant, using ultraviolet (UV) light as a sanitizing agent to eliminate cryptosporidium, giardia and other pathogenic microorganisms that can cause nausea, cramps, diarrhea and more serious ailments. Fifty-six massive UV units will neutralize waterborne pathogens in all drinking water derived from the city’s major sources.

The Catskill and the Delaware water supply systems, completed in 1927 and 1967, respectively, provide about 90 percent of the city’s water. The facility will process up to 9 billion liters daily, adding a second layer of sanitation to the city’s traditional chlorine treatment.

While cryptosporidium is highly resistant to chlorine, UV has proved effective at controlling the parasite. Adenovirus is resistant to UV disinfection, but can be killed using chlorine.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires that if unfiltered surface water treatment systems don’t filter drinking water, another barrier for microorganisms besides chlorine treatment needs to be installed. The alternative to UV would have been to build a much more expensive filtration facility that passes drinking water through a series of porous materials such as layers of sand, gravel and charcoal to remove chemicals, hazardous materials and toxins.

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Best Snow Removal Tips For homeowners in colder regions, winter calls for snow removal. Driveways and walks need to be cleaned off for function and safety with as much ease as possible. Here are some tips from OldHouseWeb.com that can help.

Clear the snow early in the day and then let the sun’s radiant heat warm the surface to keep it safe and dry. Be kind to yourself—shovel before the snow reaches more than a few inches high.

Removing relatively low layers several times is less taxing on the body than waiting and trying to deal later with a higher pile from a major storm. Make sure to bend at the knees and keep the back as vertically straight as possible when shoveling, to avoid back strain.

If opting for a snow blower, an electric machine is cleaner, quieter and easier to maintain, especially if it has solar panels. For more power, consider a diesel-powered unit that uses biodiesel fuel. As a step up from oldfashioned fossil fuel machines, Honda makes a hybrid model with emissions 30 percent lower than Environmental Protection Agency Phase 2 standards.

Putting down some sand or black wood ash on dry surfaces will effect more traction during snow removal, plus help melt and evaporate some snowflakes when they land. A green option is EcoTraction, made by Earth Innovations from hydrothermal volcanic materials that absorb water. Sand should be used sparingly because it can clog local storm drains and create excess silt in waterways.

When considering ice-melting agents, be careful and wise. Many products claim to be green or ecofriendly, but contain harmful chlorides or acetates. Salt is bad for pets, grass, plants and vehicles, and will pollute local waterways. Products containing acetates are generally less corrosive than salts, but recent research has shown that potassium acetate, often used at airports, is toxic to marine life.

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How Does What I Eat Affect My Oral Health?

ecently I was reading a few of the great resources available to everyone about oral health sponsored by The Academy of General Dentistry. The AGD is an excellent resource for information for anyone interested in learning more about Oral Health. I came across one article in particular that I felt was worthy of sharing. You can find more of the AGD’s oral health topics and articles at www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/.

You may be able to prevent two of the most common diseases of modern civilization, tooth decay (caries) and periodontal (gum) disease, simply by improving your diet. Decay results when the teeth and other hard tissues of the mouth are destroyed by acid products from oral bacteria.

Certain foods and food combinations are linked to higher levels of cavitycausing bacteria. Although poor nutrition does not directly cause periodontal disease, many researchers believe that the disease progresses faster and is more severe in patients whose diet does not supply the necessary nutrients.

Poor nutrition affects the entire immune system, which can increase your risk of developing many disorders. People with immune systems that are compromised have been shown to be at higher risk for periodontal disease. Research has also shown a link between oral health and systemic conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. So eating a variety of foods as part of a wellbalanced diet may not only improve your dental health, but increasing fiber and vitamin intake may also reduce the risk of other diseases.

How can I plan my meals and snacks to promote better oral health?

Eat a well-balanced diet characterized by moderation and variety. Develop eating habits that follow the recommendations from reputable health organizations such as the American Dietetic Association and the National Institutes of Health. Choose foods from the five major food groups: fruits, vegetables, breads and cereals, milk and dairy products and meat, chicken, fish or beans.

Avoid fad diets that limit or eliminate entire food groups, which usually result in vitamin or mineral deficiencies.

Always keep your mouth moist by drinking lots of water. Saliva protects both hard and soft oral tissues. If you have a dry mouth, supplement your diet with sugarless candy or gum to stimulate saliva.

Foods that cling to your teeth promote tooth decay. So when you snack, avoid soft, sweet, sticky foods such as cakes, candy and dried fruits. Instead, choose dentally healthy foods such as nuts, raw vegetables, plain yogurt, cheese and sugarless gum or candy.

When you eat fermentable carbohydrates, such as crackers, cookies and chips, eat them as part of your meal, instead of by themselves.

Combinations of foods neutralize acids in the mouth and inhibit tooth decay. For example, enjoy cheese with your crackers. Your snack will be just as satisfying and better for your dental health. One caution: malnutrition (bad nutrition) can result from too much nourishment as easily as too little. Each time you eat, you create an environment for oral bacteria to develop. Additionally, studies are showing that dental disease is just as related to overeating as heart disease, obesity, diabetes and hypertension. So making a habit of eating too much of just about anything, too frequently, should be avoided.

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Countries can learn much from each other, and people that know how to fix things now have another model for benefiting their community by reducing the burden on landfills.

Conceived three years ago in Amsterdam as a way to help reduce waste, the Repair Café concept—in which citizens gather one or more days a month to socialize while mending clothes and broken household items like coffeemakers and vacuum cleaners—currently operates in more than 30 locations throughout The Netherlands. The effort in sustainability has been bolstered by a government grant, support from foundations and small donations that pay for staffing, marketing and even a Repair Café bus.

“In Europe, we throw out so many things,” says Martine Postma, a former journalist who initiated the idea after attending an exhibit on the benefits of repairing and recycling.

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“I think it’s a great idea,” says Han van Kasteren, a professor at the Eindhoven University of Technology, who works on waste issues. “The social effect alone is important. When you get people together to do something for the environment, you raise consciousness, and repairing [something] gives a good feeling.”

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Modified Bicycles Recycle Electronic Waste Harvard graduate Rachel Field, 22, has invented the Bicyclean device, a contender for an international James Dyson Award recognizing the next generation of design engineers. The Bicyclean helps people in Third World countries separate valuable recyclable materials from the mountains of refrigerators, computers, cell phones and other electronic e-waste dumped in their “backyards” by richer nations. She aims to show that the needlessly harmful process can be made healthier, using simple bicycle technology that can be implemented virtually anywhere.

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The revision is the first since 1998, when phrases like “carbon footprint” and “renewable energy” were relatively new. Using input from consumers and industry groups, new sections address the use of carbon offsets, “green” certifications and seals, and renewable energy and renewable materials claims. Marketers are warned not to make broad, unqualified assertions that their products are environmentally benign or eco-friendly.

Arthur Weissman, president and CEO of Green Seal Inc., a nonprofit environmental certification organization based in Washington, D.C., says, “We hope that there will be enforcement to help rid the marketplace of the many less-than-credible seals and greenwashing that exist.”

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by Global Warming Don Scavia, director of the University of Michigan Graham Sustainability Institute, stated in a regional leaders’ conference that climate change is aggravating the effects of devastating algae blooms in the Great Lakes by increasing the intensity of spring rains that wash phosphorus into the water.

Rampant algae levels degrade water quality because as algae decompose, oxygen levels can drop low enough to kill fish. After the United States and Canada signed the initial Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement in 1972, many local governments banned detergents containing phosphorus and the algae problem faded, but it has returned in the past decade.

Analysts note that while the practice of planting crops without plowing the ground may help prevent erosion, it leaves high concentrations of fertilizer phosphorus in the upper layers of soil, where it easily runs off into waterways. A task force of academic and government experts has recommended more than 50 helpful practices, including providing funding and technical assistance for phosphorus reduction projects; authorizing state regulators to require pollution reduction measures in stressed watersheds; and working with farmers and equipment manufacturers to develop fertilizer application methods that avoid runoff.

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In a recently completed study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, researchers followed up with more than 18,000 middle-aged men and women that had been tested an average of 26 years earlier for cardiorespiratory fitness via a treadmill test. They compared those results with the individuals’ current Medicare data at the Cooper Institute Clinic, in Dallas, Texas “We found those who were fitter had a much lower rate of heart failure, chronic kidney disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, certain kinds of colon cancer and coronary artery disease,” says coauthor Dr. Benjamin Willis. “Fit people that did become ill did so at a much later age than their non-fit counterparts.

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The take-away message is, “Just move,” says study co-author Dr. Laura DeFina. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends investing in a weekly total of 150 to 300 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous exercise, either of which can be broken down into two or three 10-minute increments a day, DeFina confirms.

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Breaking this cycle does not need to be difficult, Reynolds notes. “You get the benefits from just moving. Start by standing up more and moving around in your office.”

Reynolds, who hops on one foot while brushing her teeth and reads standing up using a music stand, says studies have shown that bad things happen to bodies that sit for long stints, even those that start each day with an hour of exercise, and good things happen to bodies that stand often, even if it’s just for two minutes every half-hour. “For instance, when you stand, the big muscles in your legs and back contract, releasing enzymes that stabilize blood sugar,” Reynolds says, echoing findings of a study of more than 120,000 men and women published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. The researchers found that the combination of both sitting more and being less physically active was associated with a significant increase in accelerated death rate, particularly in women, at 94 percent, as well as men, at 48 percent.

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Solving the Fibromyalgia Puzzle Is Integrative Medicine the Answer?

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“Making some of the simplest changes can have far-reaching positive effects on your health,” contends Frank King, a doctor of chiropractic and naturopathic medicine, president of King Bio Natural Medicine, in Asheville, North Carolina, and author of The Healing Revolution. “When we consider the huge negative effects

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stream and are kept there by the bra,” he explains, likening the toxins to bullets. “The bra holds them in place, pointed directly at the breasts.”

Singer’s research, conducted in the early 1990s, showed that women that wore bras 24/7 had a breast cancer risk 125 times that of women that never wore bras. Yet Singer’s findings have been largely dismissed by the medical community, and bra manufacturers still offer few wire-free styles.

A Harvard School of Public Health study, published in the European Journal of Cancer Care in 1991, also discovered that bra-free women had a lower rate of breast cancer. Because the results were not central to the focus of the university’s research at the time, there’s been no follow-up.

A practical solution: Wear a bra as little as possible. If it is sometimes necessary, wear one without wires, and engage in regular breast massage.

This can be enjoyable and is an ideal partner activity.

Hum Often Another Singer assertion is that simply humming “mmmmmmmmm” a couple of minutes a day can stimulate the thyroid and increase the production of thyroid hormones of those with an underactive thyroid. The butterfly-shaped gland wraps around the larynx, or voice box, which Singer contends is part of nature’s elegant design, meant to be stimulated by sound.

The Cleveland Clinic reports that 10 percent of the U.S. population age 65 and over suffers from hypothyroidism, with the rate in the general population between 1 and 2 percent.

The condition is a special problem for women encountering perimenopause or menopause, when hormone levels can fluctuate wildly.

“The medical community has considered the effect of the thyroid on the voice but not the vibratory effect of vocalization on thyroid function,” says Singer. “It stands to reason that humming, singing or quietly talking is preferred to the overstimulation of shouting or yelling.”

Adopt a Pet “Animals are among our best teachers,”

says Dr. Carol Roberts, the author of Good Medicine: A Return to Common Sense, who teaches holistic care at the University of South Florida’s Morsani College of Medicine. “Animal companions give us so much more than they ask for and live in a state of unconditional, open-hearted love.”

Roberts notes numerous studies that show the simple presence of a loving animal can lower our blood pressure and slow the heart rate. A CDC heart study, for example, showed subjects that had owned a cat at any time were 40 percent less likely to die of a heart attack.

Japanese researchers from Azabu University, in Kanagawa-ken, found that dog owners experienced a spike in oxytocin—a neurotransmitter that helps us cope with stress—by simply meeting their pet’s gaze. While people widely recognize that walking the dog is great exercise, other loving interactions with our pets support happiness and health, as well.

patients during chemotherapy. Fifty-one of the 54 participants said it helped them to relax, talk about their situation or explore and express emotions to their benefit.

Roberts adds, “It’s even better if you join a group engaged in a creative activity. I think people in general do better when we come together to create something beautiful.”

These experts’ prescriptions for such simple lifestyle changes have shown how commonsense adjustments in everyday living can have profound, health-altering results, with only good after effects.

Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher. Among her many books is The Super Simple HCG Diet (Square One). Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

Supplement Cocktail Counters Radiation Coenzyme Q10 – 100-200 mg a day Melatonin – 1-5 mg a day Nattokinase enzyme – 50 mg a day Vitamin C – 100 mg a day

Exercise Artistic Skills Giving oneself artistic license is also healthy, advises Roberts. “Just bring a little beauty into your life, whether it’s choosing which clothing and accessories to wear, arranging a vase of table flowers or dancing to favorite music.

Just do something creative every day.”

Energy therapists maintain that exposure to creative activities improves circulation to the brain and thyroid; on a psychological level, it also works to improve self-confidence and self-expression.

A recent study at the University of Colorado published in the journal Palliative & Supportive Care confirmed that individual art therapy is useful in supporting cancer

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ing to understand the interaction between the brain, gut and behaviors, but recent findings suggest that significant links exist. “One hypothesis is that by eliminating dietary triggers in the presence of food allergies or gastrointestinal distress, you’re reducing inflammation or irritability of the immune system, and that’s affecting the way the brain is functioning,” she says.

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Addressing Autism

Families Have Reasons for Hope

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arents of autistic children are encouraged when they witness improvements after eliminating gluten (wheat) and casein (dairy) from their kids’ diets. Now a parental study supports the correlation—for some kids on the autism spectrum, the gluten- and casein-free (GFCF) diet appears to be connected with remarkable changes.

Laura Cousino Klein, associate professor of biobehavioral health and human development at the Penn State

College of Medicine, helped lead research that surveyed 387 parents or caregivers with affected children. For those diagnosed with combinations of autism and gastrointestinal issues or food sensitivities, the GFCF diet brought marked improvements in their autism spectrum disorder (ASD) behaviors— reducing hyperactivity and tantrums; minimizing constipation and seizures; and improving social behaviors.

Klein says scientists are still work-

One Racine, Wisconsin, mom, Cindy Schultz, a tireless advocate for her autistic son, says, “As an infant, he either had constipation or diarrhea. There was never a happy medium.” The GFCF diet has improved his health and his ability to communicate.

Shauna Layton, in Clinton, Indiana, says her son experienced similar bowel problems and she also saw a remarkable turnaround in his language abilities and social interactions as they adhered to a GFCF diet and eliminated sugar and yeast. Other parents from her online support group, Together in Autism, report similar success. “Some children have never talked, and now they are saying ‘Mom,’ ‘Dad,’ or ‘I love you,’ for the first time,” Layton says.

A definitive gut-brain link with autism has yet to be identified. Some scientists suggest that kids with autism are more likely to have leaky gut syndrome (intestinal permeability), which allows peptides from gluten and casein

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to escape from the digestive tract, cross the intestinal membranes, enter the bloodstream and go to the brain, causing the neurobehavioral symptoms known as ASDs, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

While the AAP knows of no scientific proof that a GFCF diet will bring benefits, they note that it’s possible, especially in people suffering from celiac disease.

Parents have also observed that food dyes can exacerbate hyperactivity in children, a connection unconfirmed by the federal government. In 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Advisory Committee suggested further testing, while voting against additional food labeling requirements for potentially problematic dyes.

Meanwhile, some parents affirm that eliminating such dyes has helped them better manage their children’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A 2011 study taking into account 35 years of research found that many ADHD children showed significant improvement after eliminating dyes from their diets; it also registered that greater than 70 percent were

positively influenced by various dietary changes. The results were promising enough for researchers to conclude, “A trial elimination diet is appropriate for children that have not responded satisfactorily to conventional treatment.”

The Role of Vitamin D A 2012 study in the Journal of Neuroinflammation found that autistic children had significantly lower levels of vitamin D than control subjects. Vitamin D, the study notes, regulates immune function and thus autoimmunity; when the immune system is disrupted and the body attacks itself, it may play a role in the development of autism.

Dr. John Cannell, founder of the nonprofit Vitamin D Council, remarks that fear of sun overexposure has led to the deficiencies. “Vitamin D is not a vitamin,” Cannell clarifies. “It’s a steroid hormone system that begins in the skin.

If children aren’t getting any photons of UVB light, they’re not making any vitamin D.” He notes that the rise in autism rates during the last 25 years tracks with increases in 50-plus SPF sunscreen use, more time spent indoors

and a rise in breastfeeding. Because breast milk contains low amounts of vitamin D, since 2003 the AAP has emphasized the importance of parents giving vitamin D supplement drops to breastfed infants.

The same vitamin D study showed that the severity of autism correlated strongly with deficiencies of this vitamin and that the higher the level, the less severe the symptoms. Cannell has witnessed this phenomenon via a clinic hosted by the Vitamin D Council, recommending increases in vitamin D levels for autistic children to “high normal levels” and reducing vitamin A, which blocks the action of vitamin D. “We have children on 5,000 to 10,000 units of vitamin D a day,” Cannell reports. “We see improvements in terms of sleep, meltdowns, eye contact, cognitive capacity, fine motor skills, language and reading—across the spectrum.”

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Health experts agree that many foods can play multiple roles in weight loss.

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“When I at last learned which key foods to add to my diet, I lost 100 pounds—and kept them off,” says Barnes.

Burn fat. Foods with thermogenic properties help heat up the body and may help burn fat. “You feel a flush when you eat or drink them,” Barnes notes. Chili peppers, curry powder, horseradish, mustard, garlic, onion,

wasabi, ginger, black pepper and radishes are especially good choices in cold weather, when we want to feel warm anyway.

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people to eat far less than they normally would. Plus, red, cayenne and jalapeño peppers, hot sauces and any other spicy foods are all very low in calories.”

Enhance mood. We don’t want to feel hungry or deprived when trying to lose weight. The protein in turkey, chicken and cold-water fish like salmon and mackerel helps us feel more satisfied and on top of things.

Barnes also suggests eating low-fat cottage cheese, avocado, wheat germ, whole-grain crackers and bananas to help increase serotonin levels and feelings of wellbeing. “When you crave something sweet or feel like you’re crashing mid-afternoon, that’s the time to eat a small amount of these foods to get you back on track,” she advises.

Julia Ross, author of The Mood Cure and The Diet Cure, agrees. This Mill Valley, California, nutritional psychotherapist recommends complex carbohydrates such as whole grains to keep us on an even keel during weight loss. “This means pushing away the leftover cake and eating sensible carbs to stimulate serotonin,” she says.

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According to a recent University of Illinois study, soluble fiber found in oat bran, fruits, vegetables and nuts not only facilitates digestion, but also supports the immune system. Professor Gregory Freund, who teaches at the university’s medical school in Champaign, explains, “Soluble fiber changes the personality of immune cells—they go from being pro-inflammatory, angry cells to antiinflammatory, healing cells that help us recover faster from infection.”

Feel full. Hunger pangs can derail anyone’s best efforts to eat better.

Barnes learned that liquids, including up to two quarts of water a day, help retain a satisfied feeling. In cooler months, she makes soups that incorporate leafy green vegetables, onion, garlic, chili peppers and herbs.

An apple a day might keep the doctor away—and help in other ways, as well. “Apples have a high water content and are packed with fiber, two factors that leave you satiated,” says Keren Gilbert, a registered dietitian and founder of Decision Nutrition, in Great Neck, New York. “For a tasty proteinpacked snack, top apple slices with natural almond butter.”

Accept treats. Leaving room for a treat, like a piece of fine chocolate, can leave us feeling satisfied rather than stuffed, says Katherine Harvey, a registered dietitian in Kansas City, Missouri.

Indulging in a little sweet treat from time to time reinforces the perception that eating right can be simple and pleasurable, says Barnes. In cold months, she likes to bake apples sweetened with Stevia and cinnamon, or poach pears in fruit juice and spices.

She might break open a pomegranate and slowly munch each ruby-colored seed, or stop at a coffee shop to sip a latte made with low-fat milk.

Barnes’ evolved natural foods strategy has helped her maintain a desirable weight for many years now. “Sustainable weight loss involves sustainable eating,” she says, “finding healthy foods that we can enjoy for the rest of our lives.”

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GMO Truths and Consequences Health and Safety are Question Marks

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

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he food industry tells consumers that genetically engineered foods are safe. On university campuses, agriculture students learn that such genetically modified organisms (GMO) are both safe and necessary to feed the world. The Council for Biotechnology Information, a biotech industry-supported nonprofit, even created a coloring book to teach children about the many benefits of GMO crops, including improved nutrition.

Most GMO crops have been genetically engineered to withstand spraying with herbicides, such as Monsanto’s Roundup-Ready soybeans, or to produce their own pesticides, such as “Bt” corn and cotton. Bill Freese, a science policy analyst at the nonprofit Center for Food Safety, warns us to be leery of simplistic claims that don’t take into account unintended consequences.

For example, he points out that, “GMO crops have nothing to do with feeding the world, because almost all genetically engineered crops are corn and soybeans... used to feed livestock in rich countries, or to feed automobiles.”

Approximately 40 percent of corn currently is used to make ethanol.

Freese adds, “They don’t increase yields and they don’t increase nutrition.” But GMO crops have led to a staggering increase in herbicide use, putting both farmers and consumers at greater risk for exposure to these toxins

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and related diseases, according to the Center for Food Safety.

So the question is: Are GMOs the panacea industry wants us to believe, or are they contributing to chronic disease?

Here are three claims commonly heard about GMOs, generally made by the biotechnology industry and their funded researchers.

Claim: GMOs are safe.

Fact Check: Little research exists

on the long-term effects of consuming GMO foods. According to Douglas Gurian-Sherman, a senior scientist with the Union of Concerned Scientists, safety assessments have left us with significant uncertainties about whether GMO food is safe or not. However, concerns voiced by the Center for Food Safety revolve around potential allergens and toxins from both herbicide and pesticide residues and new genetic material.

New research from the European Union published in Food and Chemical Toxicology adds to growing concerns about the risks. Researchers discovered that rats fed GMO corn and drinking water containing Roundup herbicide experienced negative health effects during their two-year lifespan, including mammary tumors and disabled pituitary function in females, and liver and kidney damage in males. These outcomes were attributed to the endocrine-disrupting efJanuary 2013 35

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fects of Roundup, as well as the genetic makeup of the engineered corn.

What makes this study unique and troubling is that it’s the longest such study period to date. Most studies funded and conducted by industry last just 90 days—not long enough to fully document potential harm.

Michael Hansen, Ph.D., a senior scientist at Consumer Reports, states in a memo to the American Medical Association’s (AMA) Council on Science and Public Health, “Unlike all other developed countries, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not require safety testing for GE [genetically engineered] plants.”

Hansen explains, “In addition to the FDA not requiring any premarket safety testing, there is virtually no independent safety testing of these crops in the United States, due to intellectual property rights. When farmers buy GE seed in the U.S., they invariably must sign a product stewardship agreement that forbids them from giving such seeds to researchers.” Plus, “Researchers must get permission from the biotech companies before they can do research, which means there is a paucity of independent research.”

The good news is that last June, the AMA recommended mandatory pre-market safety testing to better characterize the potential harms of bioengineered foods.

Claim: GMO crops use fewer pes-

ticides, and those used are safer than most others and break down quickly.

Fact Check: Roundup herbicide is increasingly sprayed on a growing number of herbicide-resistant GMO crops, including corn, soy, canola, sugar beets and most recently, alfalfa. By tracking the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s pesticide use data, Charles Benbrook, research professor at the Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources, at Washington State University, discovered that herbicide-resistant crop technology led to a 527-million-pound increase in herbicide use in the United States between 1996 and 2011.

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dangerous herbicides, such as 2,4-D, one of the two ingredients in Agent Orange, a defoliant used in the Vietnam War. Benbrook projects that these new GMO crops could drive herbicide usage up by about another 50 percent.

According to Warren Porter, Ph.D., a biologist and environmental toxicology professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Theo Colborn, Ph.D., president of The Endocrine Disruption Exchange, glyphosate, the active chemical ingredient in Roundup, is an endocrine disruptor, meaning it interferes with hormone systems.

Porter says we can expect higher levels of herbicide residues in GMO food crops. A report from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) found that glyphosate is now commonly found in rain, streams and air during the growing season. “Though glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide in the world, we know very little about its long-term effects to the environment,” cautions Paul Capel, a USGS chemist.

A Canadian study showing that the Bt toxins from GMO corn are showing up in umbilical cord blood and the blood of pregnant women is another concern. Monsanto claims Bt is harmless and will break down in our digestive tracts. But we have no way of knowing the effect of these toxins on developing fetuses, says Marcia IshiiEiteman, Ph.D., a senior scientist with the Pesticide Action Network.

Claim: GMO labeling isn’t necessary.

Fact Check: Hansen believes that if

there are unexpected adverse health effects resulting from consuming GMO foods, a product label would allow people to begin connecting symptoms with foods consumed. Until there is consistent, national GMO food labeling, everyone is just dining in the dark.

Learn more and take action at JustLabelIt.org.

Melinda Hemmelgarn, aka the “Food Sleuth,” is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and radio host at kopn.org, in Columbia, MO (Food Sleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image. blogspot.com.

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Neurotransmitters and Serotonin Balance Keeps us Happy and Our Body Running Smoothly

Symptoms of low serotonin levels may be depression, PMS, hot flashes, sleep difficulties, anxiety and just not being happy all the time. carbohydrate cravings may also be the result of low serotonin levels.

Foods that can help to increase serotonin are potatoes, yams, carrots, fresh vegetables, root crops, squash, fresh fruits, honey, avocado, cheese, chicken, duck, eggs, granola, oat flakes, ricotta cheese, wheat germ, whole milk, wilf game and yogurt.

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ur bodies are complex organisms made by our creator. In order to keep us happy and the body running smoothly neurotransmitters must be within a given range.

Neurotransmitters are chemical filled vesicles that release chemicals, made from proteins, in the brain. Foods that are good sources of the pre-cursor to these neurotransmitters include meats (especially turkey), cottage cheese, fish, lentils and peanuts. B vitamins and magnesium are also necessary for the production of neurotransmitters. A poor diet and a stressful lifestyle will guarantee low neurotransmitter levels.

Serotonin is a type of neurotransmitter that is found mainly in the central nervous system (CNS) and the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It is estimated that as high as 70 percent of serotonin levels may be produced in the gut. As you can see the gut is very important in proper

mental as well as physical health. In the CNS, serotonin helps regulate mood, sleep, appetite, learning and memory.

It has been estimated that as high as seventy percent of the population have low serotonin levels. Symptoms of low serotonin levels may be depression, PMS, hot flashes, sleep difficulties, anxiety and just not being happy all the time. SAD or seasonal affective disorder is also a sign of low serotonin levels.

SAD affects people who live in states where the "sun doesn’t shine every day.'

They then become depressed and long to see the sun. Other people that fall into low serotonin are the ‘poor me’ or always feeling sorry for one self or the world doesn’t treat me right. I deserve more than I have or can obtained.

Still more symptoms of low serotonin may be due to stress and inflammation.

Rapid mood swings, emotional instability, depression, anxiety, memory loss, learning disorders, physical weakness, obsessive compulsive disorders and

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Herbs that help to regulate serotonin are: Oatstraw, Dong Quai, Burdock, Dandelion, American Ginseng, St John’s Wort, Rhodiolia, Black Cohosh and Wild Yam. Antacids increase the pH in the stomach whereby amino acids or (proteins) are not broken down correctly to be used by the body for transformation to serotonin.

On the other hand, balanced serotonin personality traits include the following: completing tasks, impulsive, thrive on change, realist, participate in activities, in touch with body and mind, resourceful, enjoys using advanced tools and toys, desires new experiences and enjoys being part of what is "going on."

Professionally, strengths include: flexibility, coordination, multi-talented, multi-tasking, analyzing data and the ability to implement plans. Other qualities include loyalty, independence, optimism and fondness of children.

Problems that may interfere with the absorption of proteins, and ultimately neurotransmitters, are numerous. The pH in the stomach must be low enough for proteins to be broken down.(Antacids increase the pH in the stomach this is in turn increases the pH.) The liver may not be able to convert the nutrients into amino acids. The gastrointestinal tract may be unable to absorb due to a January 2013

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Thus, neurotransmitters affect our health, actions, moods and every part of our body. These neurotransmitters in the brain send messages via intracellular communication to every part of the body. These messages tell the intestines to digest food, the heart to beat, lungs to breath, bladder to empty, bowels to empty their contents. All systems of the body have the ability to talk to each other via these neurotransmitters.

Neurotransmitters determine how we react emotionally to everything that comes our way. These can be damaged from pesticides, heavy metals, illicit drugs and some prescription drugs. The damage can be permanent. If this happens the number of active receptor sites available for neurotransmission to take place will be decreased.

Nearly every substance that helps control the brain has been found in the gut and the gut is often referred to as the ‘second brain.’ A hundred million neurotransmitters line the length of the

gut and are able to digest independently of the brain. This complex circuitry enables it to act independently, learn, remember and produce feelings.

Since sleep and gut rest both occur in ninety-minute cycles, people with bowel problems tend to have abnormal REM sleep. Also, if neurotransmitters are out of balance it is difficult to balance and regulate blood sugar.

Neurotransmitters can be regulated and balanced with natural remedies. Even people that have been on selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or anti-depressants can have their serotonin levels balanced naturally.

One word of caution: Do not try to balance your serotonin levels by yourself. You should seek the help of your medical professional.

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FRACKING WRECKS AMERICA’S BEDROCK Clear and Present Dangers

by Sandra Steingraber

Current environmental policies must be realigned to safeguard our health, sustain planetary life-support systems and free us from dependence upon fossil fuels.

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nder the misleading banner of clean and green, the global natural gas rush is on, and nowhere more so than in the United States. We are literally shattering America’s bedrock to bring methane out of the Earth and consuming enormous quantities of precious fresh water to do so, without any clear knowledge of the health or environmental consequences. Due to economies of scale and required infrastructure, fracking is an all-or-nothing proposition, and each state decides its own fate.

The Marcellus Shale forms a 600-mile-long basement foundation for communities spanning New York, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio. As the largest natural gas deposit in the country, it has become ground-zero for high-volume, slickwater hydraulic fracturing, or fracking. Many more states are equally vulnerable (see GaslandTheMovie.com/map).

In a two-to-200-foot-thick bedrock layer up to a mile below Earth’s surface, the shale and its captured methane, uranium, mercury, arsenic and lead have remained locked in place for millions of years. Above it lie drinking water aquifers.

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dispersed within such a horizontal formation, instead of a vertical well, was deemed uneconomical and labeled unrecoverable. Now, modern drills can bore down steel piping, some portions encased in cement, and direct pressure-packed explosions of up to 10,000 pounds per square inch of water, sand and chemicals into the rock, fracturing it. Next, hundreds of chemicals are injected to reduce friction (thus the term slickwater) so that the fracking fluid can flow easily. The mixture includes acids, rust and scale inhibitors and pesticides to kill microbes, plus sometimes gelling agents, petroleum distillates, glycol ethers, form­aldehyde and toluene.

The result is that gas flows back up the borehole along with 30 to 60 percent of the injected cocktail of water and chemicals. The rest is left behind. Fracking a gas well once requires 2 to 8 million gallons of fresh water, 10,000 to 40,000 gallons of chemicals and at least 1,000 diesel truck trips. Wells can be fracked multiple times before they run dry.

Between 34,000 and 95,000 wells are envisioned for New York State alone, according to Cornell University Engineering Professor, Anthony Ingraffea, with 77,000 likely over the next 50 years. While New York residents are watching the result of fracking in other states and have elected a temporary moratorium on fracking, Pennsylvania has issued thousands of permits since 2004.

Continued unknowns stir debate. Meanwhile, scientists across leading institutions are certain of five universal impacts.

First, fracking industrializes rural landscapes, clearing and fragmenting vital woodlands and wetlands. It diminishes capacities to host migratory birds and other wildlife, filter rainwater and prevent flooding while causing more erosion and runoff, sending sediments into waterways.

Second, fracking brings urban-style air pollution to the rural countryside. Studies like those from the Colorado School of Public Health, along with monitoring data from Utah’s extensively fracked Uinta Basin, show that drilling and fracking operations release ozone-making, smog-producing volatile compounds. These gases, along with combustion byproducts, are linked to cancer and heart disease in adults and, in children, to lowered IQ, preterm birth, asthma and stunted lung development. The airborne contaminants from gas drilling such as in the Haynesville Shale, in Louisiana and Texas, can travel up to 200 miles from wellheads, according to a 2010 study published in Environmental Science and Technology.

Third, accidents happen, necessitating the evacuation of surrounding communities. In Pennsylvania, in less than three years of fracking, 1,500 environmental violations have been recorded, including an exploded well that streamed poisonous fluid for 16 hours. In many cases, petroleum products, fracking chemicals or flowback fluids have entered creeks, streams or groundwater, according to reports published in Science magazine and The Philadelphia Inquirer.

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of nature’s normally restorative fresh water cycle, a single fracking well permanently removes several million gallons of fresh water from aquifers and poisons it all with chemicals. Much of it will be entombed in geological strata up to a mile or more below the water table.

Fifth, sooner or later, the gas will run out, while the environmental damage remains.

Known and Unknown Dangers

Beyond these certainties lie questions.

Drilling proponents may claim that there have been no confirmed cases of drinking water contaminated by fracking. Yet in Pavillion, Wyoming, residents noticed a few years ago that their water was yellow, cloudy and oily, bubbled and smelled like chemicals.

Some people felt sick.

A joint investigation by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry found petrochemicals— including diesel fuel, benzene, cyclohexane, methane, propane and ethane, plus traces of arsenic and a microbe-inhibiting

“Wherever Marcellus Shale natural gas development has occurred in Pennsylvania, reports of poisoned water, sick kids and dead animals have followed.” ~ Marcellus Protest, a Pennsylvania alliance to halt fracking operations

pesticide—in 20 water wells. The EPA recommended that residents not drink their water. Turning on a fan while showering to avoid possible methane explosions was also suggested.

Fracking enjoys special exemptions

from many regulations—the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Superfund Act and National Environmental Policy Act—that govern other types of industrial activities.

Fracking also gets a pass on federal rightto-know laws, because natural gas operations do not report their air and water emissions under the EPA Toxics Release Inventory. A special amendment to the 2005 Energy Policy Act grants fracking exclusion from the Safe Drinking Water Act, which authorizes the EPA to regulate all injection of toxic chemicals into the ground. Thus, a drilling company doesn’t have to disclose the formulation of its fracking fluids.

Eco-Horrors and Economics

Biologist Theo Colborn and her research team at The Endocrine Disruptor Exchange report that of the 353 chemicals tested as presumed ingredients of fracking fluid, 60 percent can harm the brain and nervous system, 40 percent are endocrine disrupters and one-third are both suspected carcinogens and developmental toxicants.

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“The United States and the world could rely 100 percent on green energy sources within 20 years if we dedicated ourselves to that course.” ~ M.Z. Jacobson and M.A. Delucci, “A Path to Sustainable Energy by 2030,” Scientific American, 2009 industry service providers like Halliburton, is to recycle it, but flowback water gets more poisonous with every reuse.

At some point, this highly concentrated toxic liquid still has to be disposed of via designated underground wells or municipal sewage-treatment plants or else it’s clandestinely dumped.

Then there’s the lure of fracking’s economics. In many cases, a homeowner can receive $5,000 per acre, plus 12 to 20 percent royalties, from leasing land to a gas company. The Marcellus Shale may be worth a trillion dollars and possibly provide enough natural gas to supply the nation’s consumption for six years, according

to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s most recent estimates. (It’s unknown how much gas is recoverable or how often wells may need to be refracked to stimulate production.)

No study of the cumulative impact of fracking on public health or agriculture, including its full lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions, has been conducted; it’s an economic gamble and a bona fide environmental crime.

library, someone noted that a nearby community had successfully turned away frack waste trucked in from Pennsylvania that was headed to an old well for disposal. An elderly man declared passionately, “We have to be ready to lie down in front of the trucks.”

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In New York’s Tompkins County, 40 percent of the land acreage covering the Marcellus Shale is leased to gas drillers.

Local feelings are mixed. Some people just wish the whole practice would go away. Some find fracking such a vile and preposterous idea that they don’t believe it will really happen. Others, seeking personal gain or believing that it’s inevitable, plan to “ride the tiger,” hoping for greater future oversight.

At a recent community meeting, candidates for mayor and the village board declared their unified opposition to fracking. Soon afterward, at a packed town meeting on fracking at the village

Take a stand at Tinyurl.com/FrackMedia, Tinyurl.com/FrackingMap and Tinyurl. com/FrackAction (scroll to petitions).

Biologist Sandra Steingraber, Ph.D., is the acclaimed author of, now also a documentary film, Having Faith, on the threat of environmental toxins to infant development. A visiting scholar at New York’s Ithaca College, she often testifies at hearings. She adapted this article from Raising Elijah: Protecting Our Children in an Age of Environmental Crisis, reprinted courtesy of Da Capo Press.

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No Dust on the Mirror Reflections on a Life of Conscious Wholeness

by Michael Bernard Beckwith

W

e spend a good deal of time gazing at ourselves in a mirror with the physical eye, as well as into the mirror of our mind with an analytical eye, endeavoring to size ourselves up in our own estimation, and also determining how others might evaluate us. Both of these mirrors are clouded with ego-related dust that distorts our vision. Only when we turn our gaze inward with the intuitive eye of awareness can we perceive our innate wholeness, for there is no dust on the mirror of the soul.

Consider this: A consciousness of

wholeness reunifies us with our authentic self, so that even during those times when we are unaware of it, our wholeness is intact and utterly dust-free—only our awareness of it is missing. When awareness returns, we live free from ego’s bondage and its ignorance-soaked history and habits. We are reunified with the reality of our being.

Our daily practice is to be ever mindful—on the dot—the moment we lose sight of our true nature. Everyday experiences grace us with reminders by mentally tapping us on the shoulder and returning us to the qualities we

wish to express in our interactions with our self, others and all of life. We are continually given the opportunity to reconnect with the high vision we hold for ourselves in our mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, professional, relational and communal life structures.

It serves us well to remember that we are here learning to mother our consciousness, just as the universe mothers us throughout our lifetime and beyond. Intelligence, wisdom, intuition, joy and creativity—these are the qualities we want to mother within ourselves in order to unveil our original face. As we set a conscious intention to evolve, we live as the master artists we are—creating, directing and producing our lives.

The more time we set aside for meditation, contemplation and life visioning, the more we can have 20/20 vision in foresight, rather than hindsight. Through practice, we activate our intuition, clean off egoic dust and enter a more consistently clear-sighted state of mindful being. Thus we actualize our highest potential and realize our organic, enlightened consciousness.

Michael Bernard Beckwith is the founder of the Agape International Spiritual Center, in Los Angeles, California, author of Life Visioning: A Transformative Process for Activating Your Unique Gifts and Highest Potential (Sounds True, 2011/2013), and originator of the Life Visioning process.

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Saturday December 29 New Year’s Appetizers w/ Mood. - 2-5pm. Join our NEW Demo extraordinaire Mood for some elegant holiday appetizers. Ring in the New Year with simple easy recipes to make entertaining a breeze for 2 or 200. Happy New Year from Whole Foods Market in Troy. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, Troy. 248-649-9600.

Thursday, January 3 Better Health Now and for the Future - 6;308:30pm. Ann Heusted, RN and FirstLine Therapy Program Coordinator, will cover the elements and benefits of the program, which focuses on food, special testing and meeting your goals for a healthier life by using a personalized approach.

Conducted in both individual sessions and group meetings. $5 advance/$8 at door. Call to register.

The Downing Clinic, 5715 Bella Rose Blvd, Ste, 100, CLARKSTON. 248-625-6677. See ad page 9.

Saturday, January 5 Lighter, Healthier, Happier with Yoga - 2-4pm.

Whether you're ready to lose weight or just hoping to feel healthier, this workshop will explore our relationship with our body and ways yoga can help $25. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, Warren. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

Cleansing 101 - 2-3pm. Stop by for some helpful hints on doing a soft cleanse; we remind you to always consult with your physician before beginning any major regimen or change! Be sure and get your FREE guide to cleansing in store while supplies last! FREE. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, Troy 248-649-9600.

Sunday January 6 Guiltless Sweeteners - 2-4pm. Learn ways to cut those calories without ever sacrificing taste. Stevia is a calorie free sweetener, derived from the Stevia plant. Stop in to taste, learn & enjoy all the forms of Stevia we sell and learn NEW ways to use it. The first 5 customers to join us receive a copy of our mini Good Food book FREE (a $10 value). Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, Troy 248-649-9600.

Tuesday, January 8 Essential Uses 101 - 6:30-7:30pm. Bring your health ailment and we'll help you find the essential oil that will help you heal NATURALLY, SAFELY, and EFFECTIVELY! $5. Soothe Your Soul, 2B S Washington, Oxford. Dena Holmes 248-3033611. See ad page 47.

Thursday, January 10 Community Support Day to benefit Birmingham YMCA - All Metro locations will support their local YMCA Please join us in supporting Birmingham YMCA by shopping in our Troy location today.

Visit other local Whole Foods to support other local

YMCA organizations. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, Troy 248-649-9600.

Natural Thyroid Solutions! - 6:30-7:30pm. Free Seminar - Discover what to do when the medication doesn't work. Learn why you still feel "lousy" even when your tests are "normal" FREE. Lifetime Wellness, 51 S. Washington, Suite D, Oxford.

Dr. Marc 248-628-4886. See ad page 45.

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Green Lecture Series - 7pm. Whole Foods Market, Rochester Hills. 248-371-1400.

Saturday, January 12 Family Night Yoga - 6:30-7:45pm. Join us for this fun and interactive class for kids & anyone they love to explore yoga together and find the inner child within. Ages 4 & up. $20. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Awakening to Love - 7-9:30 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. FREE. Northwest Unitarian Universalist Church, Southfield. Call 734523-8566 to RSVP. Weight Loss Success! - 10-11am. Free Seminar.

Discover what our clients are doing to lose 30-40 lbs in only 12 weeks! Learn exactly what to do for healthy and permanent weight loss. FREE. Better Body Better Health Institute, 51 S. Washington, Suite D, Oxford. Dr. Colleen 248-628-4886.

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Nia Fundraising Jam - 2:30-4pm. Increase your body literacy in the language of Nia as we raise money and awareness for Oakland Literacy Council. Nia is the "Love your Body Workout!" $10 donation. Fred Astaire Dance Studio, 2172 Franklin Road, Bloomfield Hills. Stacey Peper 248-737-6856.

Health Starts Here Passport Fair - 12-3pm.

Looking for ways to make healthy choices in your diet? Stop by and taste items throughout the store that are nutrient-dense and delicious. Pick up a passport and visit each department for a tasty and nutritious sample. Enter to win a $50 Basic Pantry Makeover; no purchase necessary, one entry per person please. FREE. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, Troy 248-649-9600 and Rochester Hills 248-371-1400.

Natural Bldg.Tour & Activity - 9:30-11:30am.

A.M Tour of Strawbale Studio, earth oven, rocket stove & sustainable living practices. 11:30 - 7:3Op Stay on & harvest reed for thatching & see video. $25. Strawbale Studio, contact Deanne, Oxford.

Deanne Bednar 248-628-1887.

Essential Oil Education - 2-3:30pm. Join us as we discuss the powerful benefits to incorporating essential oils into your daily routine, whether it

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SuNDAy, JANuAry 13 Pottery Workshop: Native American Techniques - 1pm. Experience hands-on history as you learn the ways of the Eastern Woodland Indians and make your own pot to take home with you. $5/person.

Ages 6+. Kensington Metropark Nature Center located near MiLFord/BriGHToN. Preregister only. 810-227-8910.

MoNDAy, JANuAry 14 14 day Blast-off to Your New Year - Thru 1/28.

Looking to change your eating habits in 2013? With our FREE 14-day challenge you’ll enjoy daily meal planning, easy to follow recipes, shopping lists all completely online. To learn more about the 14 day challenge program and to get your FREE recycled tote bag, 14-day starter packet and a tour call Dawn: 248-649-9600. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, TroY. The Amazing Thyroid! 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more.

Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. Vitamin Shoppe, TroY. FREE! Call 248-879-1900 to register.

tueSDAy, JANuAry 15 eNerGiZe with essential oils - 6:30-7:30pm.

Beginners & Experts will love this class as it teaches you how to ENERGIZE your life naturally w/ essential oils for WEIGHT LOSS or NATURALLY HEALING! $5. The Minds Eye, 81 Macomb Place, MoUNT CLeMeNS. Dena Holmes 248-3033611. See ad page 47.

WeDNeSDAy, JANuAry 16 The Amazing Thyroid! - 7-8:15pm. Learn how

markyourcalendar Meet Vanilla, the World’s Most Enchanting Spice

Whole Foods Market in Troy is pairing up with Food Coach Lisa Howard to spice up your kitchen with the one and only vanilla!

Join us to taste the beloved flavor of vanilla in Vanilla-Orange Soda, Vanilla-Ricotta Raspberry Ice Cream, and even Savory Black Rice Pilaf with Vanilla-Scented Chicken. Or how about Tahitian-Style Trout Poached in Vanilla & Coconut? Whether you’re in a sweet or savory mood, a dash of vanilla is the perfect way to warm up your winter with a taste of the tropics!

All dishes are gluten-free.

Wednesday, January 16 - 7-9pm.

The Birmingham Community House.

Cost: $32

Please call the Birmingham Community House at 248-644-5832 to register for this class.

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to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. Whole Foods, roCHeSTer HiLLS. FREE! Call 248-879-1900 to register. raw Foods for Healing - 7pm-8pm. Join Deb Klungle of Nourished Body & learn how to support your body’s natural healing process by eating clean, low-glycemic raw foods. $10. Wheatgrass and Sprouts, 1925 West Maple Road, TroY. Deb Klungle 248-497-4189. See ad page 54.

WeDNeSDAy, JANuAry 17 Nuview Nutrition - discover New Weight Loss Strategies - 7-8:30pm. Lose 1/2 pound to 1 pound a day, improve muscle mass decrease pain & increase energy call today!

Must RSVP 248-766-2210 $10/person. Inside Transformation Wellness, 1147 E. Long Lake Rd, TroY. See ad page 13.

Health Starts Here: The Basics - 7pm. Gear up for our 28 Day Challenge, learning the basics of healthy eating and adding more nutrient dense foods into your everyday diet! You’ll also get to learn all about our 28 Day Healthy Eating Challenge, kicking off on February 1st! FREE. Registration at our Customer Service Desk is required. Whole Foods Market, roCHeSTer HiLLS. 248-371-1400.

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House of Yoga's Winter Yoga Lifestyles immersion

You will • develop a regular and consistent yoga practice that is right for your body • learn simple and effective meditation techniques that you can do everyday • discover practices from ancient yoga to cultivate a happy, peaceful, vibrant and balanced life • experiment with the yoga techniques of mantra, sound, and chanting to raise your vibration • cultivate fresh perspectives, breakout of old habit patterns and find the passion and peace that is already in you!

Begins Jan 18, 2013 (4 weekends)

Now accepting applications. Limited to 12 students.

House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd. Berkley info: Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992 HouseofYoga.net/yoga_lifestyles.html See ad page 54.

FrIDAy, JANuAry 18 Hatha Yoga - 3-4:15pm. Yoga class linking breath and movement in an easy to moderate flow. Class varies from week to week encompassing tonglen meditation, restorative yoga and flowing yoga series. Great way to relax and unwind from the weeks activities.Instructor: Sue Albert, Certified Yoga Instructor RYT $15. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, roCHeSTer. Kim Leshley 248895-5064. See ad page 16.

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

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Department. Discuss pairings for selected wines and cheeses, as well as how to match wine to meals.

Flights will vary based on availability. Customers must be 21 to purchase alcohol. Info: contact the Specialty Department. $10. Whole Foods Market, roCHeSTer HiLLS. 248-371-1400.

SAturDAy, JANuAry 19 Yog 101-An introduction - 2-4pm. Lean the history of yoga, breathing techniques, basic alignment & poses, how it can change our life, yoga etiquette, followed by an easy yoga flow. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHeSTerFieLd. Thersa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Herbalist Seminar - 9am-4pm. Topics included which herbs to use for each body system. How herbs work in the body. Specific herbs for specific issues.

Biofeedback Assessment tool Donation. Goodalls Herbs, Big Beaver Rd, TroY. Alice Goodall 586646-0066. See ad page 53.

Simple delicious raw - 10am-11am. Join Deb Klungle of Nourished Body for Super Bowl Snacks.

Learn how to make fun finger foods for your football festivities! $10. Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Boulevard, roCHeSTer HiLLS. Customer Service 248-371-1400. See ad page 54.

Whole Grains and Greens 101 - 11am-1pm. Join us for a taste and lesson in Whole Grains and green and a taste of some delicious and unusual grains paired with greens. learn how to cook, enjoy and prepare these for yourself and family with ease. The first 5 customers receive our mini Good Food book FREE ($10 value). FREE. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, TroY 248-649-9600.

World Hypnotism day - 10am-5:45pm. Wellness Professionals speak throughout the day on holistic therapies and about how each person can activate their own healing power. Food; free gift FREE. Authentic Living Center, 1640 Axtell Rd, TroY. Mary Vallei 248-822-9253.

MoNDAy JANuAry 21 Get the rAW Glow - 5-7pm. Plant Based Paradise~Get the Glow! Learn more about the notable glow folks wear on their faces when eating more of a plant based diet and how easy it is to incorporate more RAW foods into your daily diet.

Join Deb Klungle of Nourished Body |Satisfied Soul & sample some simple, delicious, nutritious raw foods. No registration necessary. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, TroY 248-649-9600.

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WeDNeSDAy, JANuAry 23 Fat Loss That Works - 7-8:30pm. Come and learn about one of the most easy and effective natural fat loss programs that work. Pick what works for you as far as length of program, amount of supplements and/or essential oils that promote natural fat loss.

Also learn tips to accelerate fat loss as far as diet choices, meal replacements as well as supplements and essential oils. FREE. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, roCHeSTer. Kim Leshley 248895-5064. See ad page 16.

The Amazing Thyroid! - 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response

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Testing addresses these issues. Vitamin Shoppe, Rochester Hills. FREE! Call 248-879-1900 to register.

Thursday, January 24 Raw Food Basics: Benefits/FAQs - 7pm-8pm. Join Deb Klungle of Nourished Body for this series for newbies. Learn why raw foods are so important in your diet, get recipes & taste samples. $10.

Whole Foods Market, 2918 Walton Boulevard, Rochester Hills. Customer Service 248371-1400. See ad page 54.

Saturday, January 26 Manage Mood with Essential Oils - 2-3pm. Come learn how essential oils can help improve your MOOD, MIND & BODY!!! Break free from the winter blues NATURALLY! FREE. White Lotus Yoga, 67989 Van Dyke, Romeo. Hosted by: Shelley Dempsey, 586-557-2530.

Sounds of the Cosmos - 7-9pm. Breath, Movement, Planetary Gongs, and Kundalini Yoga. With Valerie Weir and Dale Prentiss. $20. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. To pre-register online, see ad page 54.

Saturday February 2 Guacamole Madness for the BIG Game! - Save the date, stop in for FRESH guacamole made to orderYOU pick the ingredients we make it for you right in our produce department. Whole Foods Market, 2880 West Maple, Troy 248-649-9600.

Saturday, February 9 Awakening to Love - 6-8:30pm. 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. FREE. Freeland. Call 734523-8566 to RSVP.

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Empowered Childbirth - 7pm. Join HypnoBirthing parents Janice & Will Rex-Weaver of Peaceful Birthing, as they explore how visualization and relaxation will bring the birth you desire. Find out how fear affects labor and intensifies sensations.

FREE. Whole Foods Market, Rochester Hills. 248-371-1400.

Monday, December 31 New Year's Eve Yoga Class - 5:30-6:45pm. A Jivamukti inspired asana class led by Abby with live music by Dave. Enter 2013 in a state of bliss. $20.

House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley.

Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. To pre-register online, see ad page 54.

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Monday, January 28

ENERGIZE with Essential Oils - 6:30pm-7:30pm.

Beginners & Experts will love this class as it teaches you how to ENERGIZE your life naturall y w/ essential oils for WEIGHT LOSS or NATURALLY HEALING FREE. Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden Ave, Warren. Dena Holmes 248-3033611. See ad page 47.

Awakening to Love - 5:30-8pm. See description for Feb 9th event listing. FREE. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore, 114 S. Main, Ann Arbor. Call 734523-8566 to RSVP.

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Science Olympiad: Dynamic Planet - Learn about the impact of glaciations on present-day Michigan with the help of Macomb Community College professor Joe Sarnecke and park interpreter Mark Szabo, followed by a short hike. $3 per student. Preregistration required. Stony Creek Metropark Nature Center near Rochester/ Washington Township, please call 586-7819113.

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Herbal Medicine - 7-9pm. I will discuss how these herbs detoxify the body and shrink fat cells. We will also be demonstrating the Zyto Compass Nutritional Assessment. $20. SCS Adult and Community Education, Masonic Ave, St Clair Shores.

Alice Goodall 586-646-0066. See ad page 53.

Awakening to Love - 7-9:30pm. 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. FREE. Northwest Unitarian Universalist Church, Southfield. Call 734523-8566 to RSVP.

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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. ing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation.

WArreN. 586-751-7500. See ad page 16.

Primordial Sound Meditation 9:30-10:15am. $3 donation. Inner Wisdom, 29231 Northwestern Hwy, SoUTHFieLd. 248-350-1500. See ad page 50.

Yin + restorative w/Shannon - 7:30-8:45 pm. A gentle class to balance and restore body and energy.

All bodies welcome. $14 or pass. House Of Yoga, BerKLeY, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. 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. 586-795-3600. See ad page 11.

Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releas-

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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.

Pilates - 10-11am. Creates a balance in the body, flexibility, muscle toning & stress release. $10. Fit Zone for Women, 5217 Highland Rd, WATerFord. Staff 248-674-9800. See ad page 2.

Breastfeeding info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. 1st Mondays. FREE. St. JohnMac. Hosp. Med. Educ. Ctr, 12000 E. 12 Mile. Enter @ Main Hosp. entrance & turn L. Mtg in 1st bldg on L, Audit. A. WArreN. Info: Ginny 586-940-1634.

Chair + a Taste of Yin w/Abby - 11am-Noon. This class is for all ages, with limited mobility or range of motion. $14. or pass. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BerKLeY. Abby Bechek Hoot 248556-0992. See ad page 54.

Jen's Warm Slow Flow Yoga- 5:30pm. 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. oN TArGeT Basic Yoga - 7:30-8:45pm. Basic Yoga with a different focus each week. Learn how yoga can help it all $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WArreN. Pattie McCann 248-5638615. 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 16.

Pilates/Yoga Fusion - 5:45-6:45pm. Experience a dynamic blend of Yoga with Pilates core work. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHeSTerFieLd. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Monthly eFT Group - Second Tue 6-9pm. oAKLANd CoUNTY. Details: Annette: 248-334-9214.

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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 ad page 11.

Kangen Water - 7-8pm. 1st/3rd Tues. Benefits of balancing body pH, increase hydration, neutralize free radicals. FREE. MigunLiving, 725 S. Adams Ste 100, BirMiNGHAM. Info: Migun Living 248-203-7744. See ad page 47.

Tong ren Group Healing Classes - 7-8:30pm.

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Everyone receives a personal healing and a pi gu weight control experience Donation $10. Tong Ren Healing System, AUBUrN HiLLS. Linda Kent 248-373-9414. See ad page 51.

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.

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 ad page 11.

Pilates - 11:30am-12:30pm. Creates a balance in the body, flexibility, muscle toning & stress releases $10. Fit Zone for Women, 5217 Highland Rd, WATeFord. Staff 248-674-9800. See ad page 2.

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.

First Time Free Slow Flow Yoga - 7-8pm. Slow Flow Yoga with Allisen. For beginners and intermediate. Namaste'. $10. Inner Wisdom, 29231 Northwestern Hwy, SoUTHFieLd. Billie Tobin 248-350-1500. See ad page 50.

Slow Flow Yoga - 7pm. First Class Free, Walk-in $10 or series rates. Inner Wisdom, 29231 Northwestern Hwy, SoUTHFieLd. 248-350-1500. See ad page 50.

Sun/Moon Hatha Yoga - 7:30-8:45pm. Yin and Yang combine in this popular yoga practice in a serene setting. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WArreN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615.

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Basic Hatha Yoga Foundations - 7:30-8:45pm.

Join Jeremy Wednesday nights for a foundation yoga class (asana + breath). $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BerKLeY. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

Young At Heart Active Adults Group - 11:30am1:30pm. Lunch at noon ($5/person). Activities such as guest speakers, musical performances, field trips, holiday parties, movies, bingo, games and more! $7 yearly membership. Non-members welcome.

Ages 50+ or those with disabilities of any age. Info: Sarah at the Springfield Oaks Parks and Recreation, dAviSBUrG. 248-846-6558.

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 ad page 11.

Hot Yoga - 5:45-7:45pm. The room is heated to 95 degrees for this vigorous toxin releasing flow. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHeS-

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

YOGA for Men & Women - 6-7:30pm. Beginning & Intermediate. Discover how movement and breath help open tight spots in the body. 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.

Yoga Class, Intermediate/Advanced Level 3-6 - 7pm. Llife 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 ad page 11.

Pilates - 7-8pm. Creates a balance in the body, flexibility, muscle toning & stress relief $10. Fit Zone for Women, 5217 Highland Rd, Waterford.

Staff 248-674-9800. See ad page 2.

Young Living Essential Oils - 7-8pm. 3rd Thurs only. Natural alternatives to laboratory drugs.

FREE. Migun Living, 725 S. Adams Ste 100, Birmingham. Info: Migun Living 248-203-7744.

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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 584-604-4074.

Yin/Yang Yoga with Barbara - 7:30pm-8:45pm.

This class balances masculine and feminine energies through Hatha + Yin. $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248556-0992. 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 ad page 11.

Heart2Heart Healing with Billie Tobin - 10am.

Group healing session designed to release core issues. $20. Inner Wisdom, 29231 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield. RSVP 248-350-1500. See ad page 50.

Pilates - 10-11am. Creates a balance in the body, flexibility, muscle toning & stress release. $10. Fit

Zone for Women, 16112 Middlebelt Rd, Livonia.

Staff 734-525-4636. See ad page 2.

Chair Yoga - 12-12:45pm. Can't get to the floor?

You can still practice yoga weekly, using a chair.

FREE. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, Warren. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

Yin Yoga - 5:45pm-7pm. Targets the connective tissues of the body, 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month. $13.00. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515.

See ad page 54.

Jen's Warm Slow Flow Yoga- 6-7pm. 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.

Energetic Flow Vinyasa Yoga - 6-7:15pm. Fun and challenging yoga in a warm room. Flex, strengthen and breathe easy. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, Warren. Pattie McCann 248-5638615. See ad page 54.

3882 Highland Rd. Info. 866-914-3663.

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 16.

Chair Yoga - 12-12:45pm. Yoga for those with limitations. Sit & breathe with a kind, caring teacher. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, Warren. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

Rama-Chi - A combination of Chi-Gong and lymphatic Massage FREE. Foundation for Holistic Health Thpy, 31224 Mulfordton #120 Farmington Hills. Dr. William Brown 248-416-3313.

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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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Hot Yoga - 7:30-8:30am. The room is heated to 95 degrees for this vigorous toxin releasing flow. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Vinyasa Yoga - 9-10am. Awareness of body through poses building strength and flexibility. Destress $10.

Fit Zone for Women, 5217 Highland Rd, Waterford. Staff 248-674-9800. See ad page 2.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous 9-10:30am. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. WATERFORD, at Central United Methodist Church,

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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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For Rent - business Rent 1-2 rooms with Holistic MD. OK MD, DO, Chiropractic, Counselor, Acupuncture, Reflexology, etc. Sterling Heights 855-669-9355.

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opportunities - business SEEKING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for a cancer foundation. Please email your resume to the attention of: johnvoell@yahoo.com.

Directory Administrator - Seeking individual to oversee sales and administration of print and online directories. Work from home, part time. Excellent residuals-based opportunitiy. Email your background and contact info to: directory@mhlas.com. 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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acuPuncture & chinese medicine Chinese Health Clinic Hailan Sun, MD (China) Dipl. Ac 3075 E. Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills 248-276-8880 ChineseHealthInstitute.com

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 16.

acuPuncture health alliance Susan Burke, OMD, L.Ac 1890 Southfield Rd., Birmingham 248-582-8888

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Effective acupuncture treatment in our comfortable, quiet community-style treatment room. Affordable sliding scale fees, $15-$35 per treatment, no income verification.

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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. • Gift Certificates Available.

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Computerized Allergy Te s t i n g / t r e a t m e n t s .

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Dr. Morningstar is the developer of the TornadoSuit and ARC3D Scoliosis Therapy. His treatment approach has already received national media attention for it's long-term effectiveness. Preventing scoliosis surgery in children, and maximizing pain relief function in adult scoliosis patients. See ad page 20.

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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.

Van Every Chiropractic Center

Dr. Anna Saylor, DICCP Dr. Lara McMahon, DC 4203 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak 248-616-0900 - VanEveryChiropractic.com

Life Coaching Melissa Gray Life Coaching by Melissa 248-320-2912 LifeCoachingByMelissa.com

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 pg 24.

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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 of each individual. Visit their website at: WillsFamilyChiropractic.com. See ad page 11.

We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone. ~ Ronald Reagan

coaching / Counseling Billie Tobin

Board Certified Alternative Psychology Practitioner 248-789-1980 • BillieTobin.com In person, Phone session or Skype

Integrated Spiritual Life Coaching is quantum healing for those who choose to move forward in life to joy and success.

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Digestive health Dr. Christine Kaczmar 47729 Van Dyke Ave. • Shelby Township 586-685-2222

Founder of "14-Point Digestion Discovery System" Solutions for Diarrhea, IBS, Constipation, Colitis, etc.

When the source of stress is known, the treatment becomes obvious. Dr. Christine uses 100% natural digestive formulas to nourish your body back to health. See ad back cover.

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

Mercury and metal-free dental materials, non surgical perio treatment, Invisalign© Orthodontics, DDS weight-loss system, cosmetic dentistry and TMJ pain diagnosis & treatment. Over 25 years of providing dental services to the community. See ad page 2.

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

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Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocompatible approach. We perform mercury free/mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmosphere for the entire family. See ad page 17.

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OM Wellness Institute is a Nationally Accredited school launching a Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) program with emphasis in herbology, ayurveda or aromatherapy. The program is virtual and

The way you think, the way you behave, the way you eat, can influence your life by 30 to 50 years. ~ Deepak Chopra

Energy healing Emotional Freedom Techniques Services LLC

Annette R. Richards, LMSW, AAMET Level 3 Advanced Practitioner 248-334-9214 • AnnetteRichardsEFT.com

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Experienced EFT Practitioner offering regular EFT groups to borrow benefits and individual sessions, weekdays, evenings and weekends to learn EFT for personal use;

Qi healing sanctuarY

Gary Blaze • 248-250-1831 2820 W Maple, Suite 232, Troy QiHealingSanctuary.com

Qi Healing Sanctuary provides rejuvenating, relaxing Qi healing treatments by 30 year expert healer and Qigong t e a c h e r, G a r y B l a z e .

Treatments: $40. "Gary is the real deal!" ~ Lynne McTaggart.

Feng shui catherine hilker, owner

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Life Coaching, Feng Shui and Space Purification services. Call today and make permanent positive changes in your home, business and life.

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Shamanic practitioner serving through bodywork, energy healing, creative dance movement, intuitive guidance work and compassionate presence.

Offering in two locations- please visit website for information.

tong ren healing sYstem Linda Kent Auburn Hills • 248-373-9414 lindakent@talkamerica.net

Tong Ren: recommended by the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA. Private sessions, weekly healing classes. For more information, visit: www.TomTam.com.

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Discover the power of nature with Essential Oils that work with your body’s chemistry to create balance/wellness. PURE & POTENT oils are safe/effective – take charge of your own health!

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Curious why the Wise Men brought Frankincense and Myrrh to the baby Jesus?

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Vegan and Vegetarian Gourmet Cuisine in a clean, modern design with natural woods to create a soothing and comfortable dining retreat. Open Tuesday through Sunday. See ad page 13.

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Michigan made. Supports healthy aging and longevity. Only 98 calories, 100% of daily Omega-3. Distribution, affiliate, fundraising and wholesale programs available. See website for details. See ad page 48.

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Supplement Savings Card, Organic Groceries, Wheat & Gluten-Free Products, Amish Poultry & Eggs, Fresh Amish Turkeys for the Holidays.Personalized service, knowledgable staff, special orders.

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Introducing new vegan, gluten free entrees, soups and salads. Dine in or carry out. Receive FREE pound or entree with purchase of equal or lesser value. See ad page 48.

Hypnotherapy Mid-Michigan Hypnosis Center Hypnosis Delivers • 810-423-6541 3280 N. Elms Rd., Flushing www.HypnosisDelivers.com

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Counselor, MA, Certified Hypnotherapist 26711 Woodward, Huntington Woods 248-688-6469

Specializing in counseling with hypnotherapy for self esteem, anxiety,stress,selfhypnosis, pain control. See ad page 16.

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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 19.

The Downing Clinic

Laura Kovalcik, DO, FACOI 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com

Integrative Internal Medicine practice owned

by Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician.

Practice emphasizes natural treatments where possible and uses special testing to determine health and nutritional status.

Support services onsite include:Acupuncture, Bowen Therapy, Rolfing® Structural Integration, Massage, Healing Touch, IV Therapy. Clinic specializes in primary care, natural treatments for menopause and andropause symptoms, Osteoporosis, cholesterol management, Candida, Fibromyalgia. See ad page 9.

Longevity Health Institute 1467 E 12 Mile Rd, Madison Heights 248-548-3060 1555 E South Blvd, Rochester Hills 248-459-1139 LongevityHealthInstituteInc.com LewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach.

We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV Therapy: Vitamins, Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support; HBOT - Hyperbaric O 2. See ad page 42.

There is only one success—to be able to spend your life in your own way. ~ Christopher Morley

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Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

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Comprehensive treatment options to maximize your results. Bio-identical hormones, IV nutritionals, HcG weight loss, manipulation under anesthesia, decompression therapy, exercise with oxygen therapy, and cancer therapies. See ad page 20.

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

Certified in Massage, Reiki and Healing and T h e r a p e u t i c To u c h .

Certified in Bowen T h e r a p y. P r o v i d e s combination of therapies as needed or requested by patients. See ad page 9.

Medical Intuition Becky Stevens Holistic Alternatives, LLC

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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 32.

Debbie Bollen • Jenny Harwood Farmington Hills • 248-254-7827 PerfectBalanceMind.com Holistic, non-invasive brain optimization technology, identifying where brainwave patterns are not functioning at optimal levels. Specializing in: anxiety, memory/focus problems, sleep issues, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Brain Injury.

The art of life is to know how to enjoy a little and to endure very much. ~ William Hazlitt

Natural/Holistic Health Foundation For Holistic Health 31224 Mulfordton #120 • Farmington Hills Dr. William N. Brown • 248-416-3313 DrBrown@TheTouchThatHeals.com

Dr. Brown is a nationally certified Holistic Health practitioner and teacher.

He offers these specialty services: Nutritional Consultation, Lymphatic Massage, Thought Field Therapy, Neurological Integration and Clinical Hypnotherapy.

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

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

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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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Natural Wellness & Pain Relief Centers 66787 Gratiot Ave • Richmond 586-727-7500 • NWPRC.com

Let our New Year’s resolution be this: We will be there for one another as fellow members of humanity, in the finest sense of the word. ~ Goran Persson

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner. Functional Medicine practice featuring: Bio-Identical Hormones, Cancer & Chelation Therapies, Digestive & Nutritional Health, Thyroid & Allergy Care, IV Nutritionals. See ad page 25.

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Nutritional Health Restoration Sandra L. Waters RN BSN Waterford, 248-698-8855 NutritionalHealthRestoration.com

25 years of extensive medical background.

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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.

The Wellness Counselors

Laura J. Russell, LLPC, NCC 115 Walnut Suite #2 • Rochester 248-812-9048 • TheWellnessCounselors.com

Successfully helping people who suffer from autoimmune diseases or pain to improve the quality of their lives.

Treating: PTSD, Anxiety, Depression using EMDR, CBT and Relaxation.

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

Lee brings 10 years of clinical experience, the most advanced assessment techniques, and a lifetime of intuitive healing with personalized health plans to help cease suffering. That means better sex, energy, and a greater sense of happiness! See ad page 27.

Customized health solutions Julie Koning, RD Royal Oak • 248-795-5494 NutritionByJulie.com

Integrative/functional nutrition assessment- children and adults, meal plans, food sensitivity and metabolism testing. Ongoing classes–see website.

Medicare provider for diabetes /chronic kidney disease (non-dialysis).

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.

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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.

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In-person (Flat Rock or Berkley) or distance Reiki and shamanic services for pets. Pet communication to resolve issues, at end of life, or just for fun.

Learn how simple, nutritious, & delicious raw foods can be! Services include customized private instruction & detox support.

Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

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

People under Dr. Strauchman's supervised HcG protocol are losing 20-30 pounds a month and keeping it off. Mention Natural Awakenings Directory and receive $50 off your HcG Program. See ad page 20.

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What we see depends mainly on what we look for. ~ John Lubbock

Longevity Health Institute 1467 E 12 Mile Rd, Madison Heights 248-548-3060 1555 E South Blvd, Rochester Hills 248-459-1139 LongevityHealthInstituteInc.com LewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach.

HBOT (Hyperbaric O 2), We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV Therapy: Vitamins, Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support. See ad page 42.

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Your only local womanowned, compoundingonly pharmacy. Custom medications to meet each patient’s specific needs.

Bio-identical HRT, pain management, veterinary, pharmaceutical grade supplements. Consultative services for hormones and nutritionals.

Reiki advanced energy therapy

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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.

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Reiki I Workshop Saturday, January 26th

National speaker, Physician and leading wellness professional specializes in optimum health, the prevention paradigm, maximizing wellness i n t h e w o r k p l a c e . To schedule a Lunch/Learn Lecture, Health Fair or Computerized Stress Analysis, contact PR Director Caroline or email: Bence@WellnessChampions.org. See ad page 22.

Wellness training Institute

39242 Dequindre, Ste 104, Sterling Heights 586-795-3600 WellnessTrainingInstitute.com

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 ad page 11.

Happiness is the feeling you’re feeling when you want to keep feeling it. ~ author unknown

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