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to support nasal health and elimi-nate toxins from the nasal mucosa, neti pots have recently become popular in the Western world and are recognized for their value in preventing and reliev-ing sinus infections. Typically, a mild so-lution of unrefined sea salt and purified or distilled water is poured from one nostril through the other to flush out un-wanted mucus, bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms. Herbalist Steven Frank, of Nature’s Rite, points to a powerful new paradigm that helps neti pot users deal even more effectively with infection: a regi-men of aqueous, colloidal silver and soothing herbal and plant extracts. Frank recommends using the neti pot with a colloidal silver wash that is re-tained in the nostrils for several minutes. “Bacteria and fungus stick rather well to the nasal mucosa and few are flushed out with simple saline flushes,” he explains. “Most of these nasty pathogens adhere to the mucosa with what is called a bio-film. Within this slime layer, they are well protected and thrive in the warm moist sinuses, so a small saline bath once a day doesn’t bother them much. However, colloidal silver disables certain enzymes needed by anaerobic bacteria, viruses, yeasts and fungus, resulting in their destruction. And, unlike antibiotics, silver does not allow resistant ‘super bugs’ to develop.” He also suggests soothing the sinuses with restorative herbal decoctions. Calendula, plantain and aloe contain vital nutrients that soothe and heal, while Echinacea root and grapefruit seed extract offer antimicrobial benefits. Frank emphasizes the importance of using a neti pot safely and responsibly and warns against table salt, which can irritate nasal membranes, and tap water, which may contain contaminants.

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Research from China published earlier this year in the journal Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion suggests that

electro-acupuncture and auricular acupuncture—also called ear acupuncture—can alleviate symptoms of withdrawal from methamphetamine addiction. For four weeks, 90 patients attempting to withdraw from methamphetamine use received either electro-acupuncture, ear acupuncture or no treat-ment. Compared with the no-treatment group, those given electro-acupuncture and ear acupuncture treatments showed significant reductions in anxiety, depression and withdrawal symptoms. Between the two acupuncture treatments, the

electro-acupuncture group did better during withdrawals than the auricular group.

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British Journal of Nutrition discovered that the risk of breast cancer decreases with increased consumption of specific dietary carotenoids, the

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Energy Efficiency Improves Family HealthResearch from Columbia, Maryland’s

National Center for Healthy Housing suggests that adding insulation and more efficient heating systems can signifi-cantly increase the health of household residents. The researchers studied 248 households in New York City, Boston and Chicago that underwent energy conservation improvements by trained energy efficiency professionals, including installing insulation and heating equipment and improving ventilation. After the improvements, subjects reported reductions in sinusitis (5 percent), hypertension (14 percent) and obesity (11 percent). Although a 20 percent reduction in asthma medication use was reported, two measures of asthma severity worsened; the scientists called for further study of the asthma-related outcomes. A similar study from New Zealand’s University of Otago examined 409 households that installed energy-efficient heating systems. Children in these homes experienced fewer illnesses, better sleep, better allergy and wheezing symptoms and fewer overall sick days. In examining 1,350 older homes where insulation was installed, the research also found improvements in health among family residents.

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Water Fluoridation Gets Another Thumbs-DownAn extensive review of research from the UK’s Uni-

versity of Kent has concluded that fluoridation of municipal water supplies may be more harmful than helpful, because the reduction in dental cavities from fluoride is due primarily from its topical application instead of ingestion. Published in the Scientific World Journal earlier this year, the review, which covered 92 studies and scientific papers, concludes that early research showing a reduction of children’s tooth decay from municipal water fluoridation may have been flawed and hadn’t adequately measured the potential harm from higher fluoride consumption. The researchers note that total fluoride intake from most municipalities can significantly exceed the daily recommended intake of four milligrams per day, and that overconsumption is associated with cognitive impairment, thyroid issues, higher fracture risk, dental fluorosis (mottling of enamel) and enzyme disruption. The researchers also found clear evidence for increased risk of uterine and bladder cancers in areas where municipal water was fluoridated.


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False AlarmExpiration Labels Lead People to Toss Good FoodSeveral countries are asking the European Commission to exempt some products like long-life produce from the mandatory “best before” date labels because they lead to food waste. According to a discussion paper issued by the Netherlands and Sweden and backed by Austria, Denmark, Germany and Luxembourg, many food products are still edible after the labeled date, but consumers throw them away because of safety concerns. The European Union annually discards about 89 million metric tons of edible food. In the U.S., food waste comprises the greatest volume of discards going into land-fills after paper, reports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In 2012, this coun-try generated 36 million tons of food waste, but only 3 percent of this waste stream was diverted from landfills. A 2013 report co-authored by the Natural Resources Defense Council and Har-vard Law School’s Food Law and Policy Clinic proposes that producers and retailers take other steps to prevent the discarding of good food.

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Household HazardsStates Move Against Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Products

This year, at least 33 states are taking steps to address the untested and toxic chemicals in everyday products. Many toys, clothes, bedding items and baby shampoos contain chemicals toxic to the brain and body. The federal 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act has become outdated, allowing untested chemicals and known carcinogens, hormone disruptors, heavy metals and other toxins to be ingredients in commonly used products. Wise new policies would change labeling and disclosure rules for manufacturers so that concerned consumers know

what chemicals products contain and/or completely phase out the use of chemicals like bisphenol A (BPA) in infant formula cans, food packaging and receipt paper; formal-dehyde in children’s personal care products; chlorinated tris (hydroxymethylaminometh-ane) in toxic flame retardants and other consumer products; phthalates, lead and/or cad-mium in children’s products; and mercury.

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Fracking FlubMethane Dangers May Be Three Times the EstimateResults of a meta-analysis of 20 years worth of scientific stud-ies published in Science magazine conclude that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has underestimated the natu-ral gas industry’s climate impact by 25 to 75 percent by not including methane leakage from fracking, gas drilling operations and pipe-lines. Methane, the main com-ponent of natural gas, is a potent greenhouse gas. National Oceanic and Atmo-spheric Administration research-er Gabrielle Petron voices concern with the discrepancies because, “Emission estimates, or ‘inventories’, are the primary tool that policy mak-ers and regulators use to evaluate air quality and climate impacts.” For a paper published in the Journal of Geophysical Re-search: Atmospheres, researchers flew aircraft over a heavily fracked region in northeastern Colorado and concluded that emissions from drilling operations were nearly three times higher than an hourly emission estimate published by the EPA.

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Doable RenewablesEngineers Detail a Clean Energy FutureStanford University researchers, led by civil engineer Mark Jacobson, have developed detailed plans for each U.S. state to attain 100 percent wind, water and solar power by 2050 using currently available technology. The plan, presented at the 2014 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) conference in Chicago, also forms the basis for the Solutions Project nonprofit. “The greatest barriers to a conversion are neither technical nor economic. They are social and political,” the AAAS paper concludes. The proposal is to eliminate dirty and inefficient fossil fuel combustion as an energy source. All vehicles would be powered by electric batteries or by hydro-gen produced by electrolysis, rather than natural gas. High-temperature industrial processes would also use electricity or hydrogen combustion. Transmission lines carrying energy between states or countries will prove one of the greatest challenges. With natural energy sources, electricity needs to be more mobile, so that when there’s no sun or wind, a city or country can import the energy it needs. The biggest problem is which companies should pay to build and maintain the lines.

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Cleaner AirNew EPA Rules Proposed for Climate ChangeThe White House plans to cut car-bon dioxide emissions from power plants by 30 percent by 2030. Each state will have its own goal within the overall national pollution reduc-tion effort, an attempt to be politi-cally and practically flexible in its implementation. Environmental Pro-tection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy explains, “Each state’s goal is tailored to its own circum-stances, and states have the flex-ibility to reach the goal in whatever ways work best for them.” States can renovate existing coal-fired plants with newer, cleaner burning technology; switch coal plants to natural gas, which produces much less carbon; and work to persuade residents to be more efficient in their use of electricity. States can also band together in cap-and-trade networks for emission reductions, in which companies buy and sell permits allowing them to produce a certain amount of carbon emissions. Clean producers can be sellers, dirtier pro-ducers buyers. The program represents an absolute reduction in U.S. carbon emissions of nearly one-third, rather than a simple slowing in the growth rate of emissions. Contrary industry groups, many Republicans and some coal-state Democrats oppose the proposal due to its anticipated costs and increased regulations.

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Nutrient density—an acknowledged charac-teristic of apples—is

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Strategic EatingMorwenna Given, a medical herbalist and Canadian member of the American Herbalists Guild, from Toronto, ex-plains why and shares an analogy, “The normal metabolic processes of oxida-tion produce reactive oxygen species (free radicals) with unpaired electrons that hunt and steal partner electrons from the body’s cells. Imagine an elec-trical plug wherein the grounding wire has been eliminated or compromised. There is nothing to prevent a surge or fire.” This is comparable to what happens to a body impacted by a poor diet, lack of exercise, stress and illness; its healthy grounding is compromised. When the overall damage to cell structure overwhelms the body’s innate antioxidation defenses, conditions are ripe for disease and accelerated aging. Foods high in antioxidants, like the apple, help to neutralize the damage and heal bodily tissues. Flavonoids—like the quercetin just beneath the peel—are another of the apple’s powerful nutrient partners,

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Today, buzzwords like “sustain-ability” and “green building” dominate discussions on how to

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Local FoodWhat started with a few farm-ers’ markets feeding urban foodies has given way to a growing local food move-ment that’s beginning to also reach into low-income neighborhoods through mobile markets, a kind of farmers’ market on wheels, and an explosion of urban gardens and city farms. Ohio City Farm (OhioCity.org) grows food for in-need residents on six acres overlooking the Cleveland skyline. In Greenville, South Carolina, the Judson Community Gar-den is one of more than 100 gardens in the downtown area, notes Andrew Ratchford, who helped establish it in a neighborhood four miles from the nearest supermarket. Giving residents an alternative to unhealthy convenience store fare is just one of the garden’s benefits, Ratchford says. “We’re seeing neigh-bors reestablish that relationship just by gardening together.”

Waste ReductionWhile cities nationwide have long been working to augment their recycling and find more markets for residents’ castoffs, many are becoming more sophisticated in repurposing what was formerly considered trash. Reclaimed

wood flooring in new homes and urban compost-sharing services are just two examples characterizing the evolution in how we dispose of and even think about waste. We may still be far from a world in which waste equals food, as de-scribed by environmental innovators William McDonough and Michael Braungart in their groundbreaking book, Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things. Nevertheless, projects certified as cradle-to-cradle are cutting manufacturing costs and reducing pollution. For example, carpet maker Shaw Industries Group, in Dalton, Georgia, reports savings of $2.5 million in water and energy costs since 2012, when it improved energy efficiency and began using more renewable material in its carpet tiles. Shaw is spending $17 million this year to expand its recy-cling program. Stormwater runoff is a pervasive issue facing older cities. Many are now taking a green approach to supplement-ing—if not totally supplanting —old-

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You frequently speak to the topic of integrative health and happiness. How does your book, spontaneous Happiness, reflect that?For a long time, I’ve wanted to see an integrative movement start in psychol-ogy and psychiatry. It’s another field that has become dependent on drugs and is not functioning all that well to help people. There are so many more things that people need to know about maintaining emotional wellness, I think the wisdom of taking an integra-tive approach here is obvious.

Your presentation will take place soon after the recent passing of actor and comedian Robin Williams, which may bring about a more informed awareness of mental health. Why do you think there is such an increase in the incidence of depression? There are many reasons for it, includ-ing changes in diet and a breakdown in communities that has greatly increased social isolation and disconnection from nature. Another factor is the rise in infor-mation technology, all the new media. Plus, pharmaceutical companies have been highly successful in convincing people that ordinary states of sadness are matters of unbalanced brain chemistry that need to be treated with medication.


With diet being such a major component in affecting our emotional state of mind, what role does an anti-inflammatory diet play?There is a new body of research linking inflammation with depression that I find fascinating. The fact that the main-stream diet promotes inflammation is why I believe there may be a dietary correlation with the rise of depression in our population.

If someone suffers from depression, would you say the steps recommended in spontaneous Happiness are a proactive approach or an addition to management through medication?I share information about how to wean off of medication. I’d say the book is primary; for people with mild-to-mod-erate depression, I would follow the information there first. For people with severe depression, it may be necessary to give antidepressant drugs, but I think that they should be used for a limited period, a maximum of one year. You should then be working to find other ways to manage the depression. There is specific information about what to do if you are on medication and how to wean off of it carefully and start these other methods.

Do you feel that the increase in diabetes in the U.S., particularly its onset in early childhood, is another major problem? Yes, it’s a big concern. I think this is mostly due to the way we’ve changed the food we eat; diet is a hugely in-fluencing factor, especially the greatly increased consumption of sugar, sweet-ened beverages and products made with flour and refined carbohydrates.

How can integrative medicine lower Americans’ healthcare costs?Integrative medicine can help reduce costs in two ways. First, by shifting the focus of health care onto health promo-tion and prevention, rather than disease management. Most of the diseases we

are trying to manage today are lifestyle related. This is where integrative medi-cine shines. Second, by bringing into the mainstream treatments that are not dependent on expensive technology, and I include pharmaceutical drugs in this category. I think we’re going to be forced to change our dysfunctional approach by economic necessity, because the cur-rent healthcare system is not sustain-able. Integrative medicine is in a perfect position to do that because of its em-phasis on lifestyle medicine. Integrative medicine is also teaching healthcare practitioners to use inexpensive, low-tech methods of managing common diseases. Both economic drivers will help reshape mainstream medicine.

What influence can the public have in supporting such a shift?Our dysfunctional healthcare system is generating rivers of money flowing into very few pockets. Those are the pock-ets of big pharmaceutical companies, medical devices manufacturers and big insurers; interests that control legisla-tors. So, I don’t think any real change is going to come from the government. The only real change will come from a grassroots movement to change the politics of all of this. Demand that insurers cover the treatments you want. Seek out integra-tive practitioners. Tell health practi-tioners you work with that integrative education is available and urge them to get up to speed in those areas. Raise your own awareness of the extent that the powerful lobbies now influence the system and why we need to see a sweeping political change.

You offer several programs through the University of Arizona such as a four-year degree, a two-year fellowship for medical doctors and pro-grams for nurse practitioners and physician assistants. What are the benefits of adding integrative medicine to one’s practice?I think it’s what patients want and it makes the practice of medicine much

more enjoyable. Many practitioners realize that they don’t have the knowl-edge their patients want; for instance, informed counsel about diet or uses of alternative medicine. This is a way they can gain knowledge they didn’t get in their conventional medical train-ing. We’ve graduated more than 1,000 physicians over 10 years, supporting a robust and growing community of like-minded practitioners that stay in touch and support each other. We’re eventually hoping that we can get integrative training into all residencies. Whether you go to a dermatologist, pediatrician, gastroen-terologist or psychiatrist, that doctor will have had basic training in nutri-tion, mind/body interactions, herbal medicine and all the rest that is now left out. We’ve also begun a program in lifestyle medicine that’s open to all kinds of practitioners, from registered dietitians to psychologists.

What reforms would you like to see in the current U.S. healthcare system? We need to change priorities for reimbursement that favor integrative medicine. At the moment, we happily pay for drugs and tests. We don’t pay for a doctor to sit with and counsel a person about diet or teach them breath-ing exercises. I would like to see a new kind of institution come into being that I call a healing center, where people could go for lifestyle education and management of common illnesses—somewhere between a spa and a clinic. Stays in these would be reimbursed by insurance, similar to how it’s done in Europe. Beyond that, I think it’s un-conscionable that the richest nation on Earth can’t provide basic coverage to all of its citizens.

Dr. Andrew Weil will be spearheading the 12th annual Nutrition & Health Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, on May 4 through 6, 2015. Learn more about integrative medicine at IntegrativeMedicine.Arizona.edu and DrWeil.com.

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Everyday EaseLee paints a picture of perfect breathing: “Watch a baby breathe; it looks like there’s a balloon in the stomach that in-flates and falls back down. This is belly breathing—pleasant, enjoyable and natural.” During inhalation, the diaphragm pulls down under the lungs, allowing them to expand with air and displace space in the abdomen. However, “Breathing can fall victim to the same move-ment dysfunction as any other skill, like running or walking,” says Nick Winkelman, director of movement and education at EXOS, an elite athletic training facility in Phoenix, Ari-zona. He points to “shoulder breathing”, characterized by a

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lifting of the shoulders with each shallow sip of air, as a com-mon dysfunction perpetuated by too much sitting. “Hunching over the laptop or sitting in the car binds up the abdominal region and reduces the possibility of expansion there, so the breath moves higher into the chest cavity,” Lee explains. Replacing shoulder breathing with belly breathing “cre-ates a cascade of positive effects,” says Lee, including lower-ing blood pressure and boosting the immune system. Deep breathing also clarifies the mind and is used in nearly every spiritual tradition to achieve deeper states of prayer, medita-tion and contemplation, he notes. Try these six healing techniques.

Six-Second BreathLee’s six-second breath is a simple prescription for stress that can be used anytime, anywhere. Relax the abdominal muscles and inhale for three seconds, breathing through the nose to “disinfect, filter, condition and moisturize the air before it reaches the lungs,” says Lee. Visualize the breath filling the body like a bell, with the flared bottom expand-ing completely around the waistline. Pause momentarily and exhale through the nose or mouth for three seconds, gently contracting the abdomen to help expel the air. Practice this whenever needed to ease stress or for five minutes daily to establish a slower, deeper breathing pattern.

Ocean BreathThe yoga breath ujjayi, or ocean-sounding breath, is achieved by slightly constricting the throat muscles and gently lifting the glottis, so that a soothing hiss is produced when the breath is drawn in through the nose. Dr. Richard Brown, an integrative psychiatrist, associate professor at New York’s Columbia University and co-author of The Heal-ing Power of the Breath, explains the benefits. “Ujjayi cre-ates resistance to air flow, triggering receptors deep within the lungs’ alveoli, which allows more oxygen to be deliv-ered to the cells. It also stimulates the vagus nerve input to the brain, which promotes calmness and clear thinking.”

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Bellows BreathBrown has co-authored a review in the Journal of Alternative and Complemen-tary Medicine describing the neuro-physiological basis and clinical benefits of yogic breathing on depression and post-traumatic stress. Bhastrika, or bel-lows breath, is a mood-lifting technique wherein one inhales vigorously through the nose while raising the arms above the head, fingers extended, and then forcibly exhales through the nose while pulling the elbows down alongside the ribs with fingers closing gently. Avoid overdoing it, instructs Brown; three rounds of 15 to 20 breaths are sufficient for healthy individuals.

4-2-10 Breathing Anxiety attacks often generate feel-ings of breathlessness, and fixating on each inadequate inhalation reinforces panic. Winkelman recommends 4-2-10 breathing, a technique that emphasizes elongating exhalations. Inhale through the nose for four seconds, hold for two, and then slowly release the breath for up to 10 seconds. Lee explains that after several breaths, the brain will start to shift from reactive emotional thinking to rational problem solving. “Concentrating on the breath makes it hard to think about the future or rummage around in the past,” says Lee. “It keeps you in the moment, intimately in touch with the mind, body and emotions.”

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For many years chiropractic practices and techniques have been an answer for pain relief.

Chiropractors handle complaints about lower back pain, joint pain, headaches, osteoarthritis and even carpal tunnel syndrome. In today’s society we have modern stresses that impact our bodies such as sitting for long periods of time in cars or airplanes. We have technolo-gy related pain from texting and typing on keyboards.

Dual TechniquesModern day chiropractors strive to get to the root of pain. Although it’s not a new technique, many chiropractors are incorporating additional “modalities” to their practices. Each healing modal-ity has its own advantages, but with two modalities working together in a complementary way, it proves to have a better end result in the healing process. The modalities help do away with pain, build strength, and increase range of motion in many cases.

There is a lot of support in our community when it comes to managing and doing away with pain. Many local chiropractors offer additional modalities along with their traditional chiropractic care. Here are a few.

ADD/ADHDDr. Pavel Bence of Bence Chiroprac-tic, Sterling Heights, offers a program developed by ADD/ADHD expert Dr. Hallowell, who understands the trials of having ADHD because he himself has it. He views ADD/ADHD not as a deficiency that needs to be fixed or masked, but rather a set of traits that can be viewed as a gift. "This is a drug-free, three tiered approach that is a strength-based model,” explains Bence. "In addition to chiropractic adjustments, the neurologi-cal exercises help to balance the brain and improve coordination of sensory information. I have been offering this program in my clinic for about two years now and it’s very successful."

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Applied KinesiologyThe additional modality offered by Dr. Jason Wills, of Wills Family Chiroprac-tic in Clarkston, is Applied Kinesiology, which he has been practicing for 11 years. "This is a technique where manual muscle testing is used to determine the cause of a health problem, whether it’s structural, chemical, or electrical," ex-plains Wills. "The reason this technique

is recommended is because results are immediate with real-time feedback on the treatments for the patient. I have been able to detect if someone has had an undiagnosed bladder infection. I am able to discern when someone is ill, if the infection is viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and how to help."

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B.E.S.T.Dr. Laura Vanloon of Synergy Wellness, Birmingham, uses a Bioenergetic Syn-chronization Technique, or B.E.S.T. "It addresses the energetic com-ponent of pain symptoms, says Dr. Vanloon, similar to Reiki or Craniosa-cral techniques. The patient lies on a table and I use gentle touch combined with a breathing technique to achieve a response within the nervous system. Most patients feel calmer, light and in less pain immediately.” “In most chiropractic schools," she adds, 'they teach us that there are 3 T’s behind why we hurt; traumas, toxins and thoughts. Largely, the traumas and toxins are easy to correct, but the no-tion that thoughts make us sick is rarely addressed. B.E.S.T. works on exactly that level. I don’t see many patients in my practice that are not experiencing stress or some other emotional factor, and this technique allows me to more completely serve them.” For more information, call 248-408-8183 or see ad pages 15 & 51.

Cold Laser Muscle Stimulation Dr. Jody Tenjeras, D.C., C.C.N of Lakes Family Chiropractic, White Lake, uti-lizes a cold laser and muscle stimula-tion combination instrument. "It is light therapy," says Tenjeras, "which penetrates tissue, where it is then absorbed by cells and stimulates healing and rapid pain relief, while reducing inflammation. The muscle stimulation portion stimulates endor-phins, the body’s natural pain relievers and relaxes muscles." “I recommend this," she explains, "because it’s non-invasive, immediate and cost effective. It facilitates healing for joint and muscle pain in many areas of the body”. For more information, call 248-


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Massage / NutritionDr. Aaron Rice, of Journey to Health Chiropractic in Sterling Heights, prefers to add massage therapy and nutrition in conjunction with chiropractic care. “I feel it helps my patients get a well-rounded approach and is cost effective," says Dr. Rice. "The support-ive therapies help to keep people in a healthier state, which in turn saves them money and they get faster more long lasting results. The techniques used in our office involve stretching, muscle energy work and traditional techniques of tension reduction.” Dr. Rice goes on to explain that nutrition means something different to each person, but they understand clinical nutrition and are able to find solutions to help enhance the patients health. For more information, call 586-264-9470 or see ads pages 20 & 51.

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MindFit / SMTDr. Marc VanHoogstraat, D.C. of Life-time Wellness Family Chiropractic, PC, Oxford, offers MindFit Neuro-Trainer utilizing Self Mastery Technology (SMT). “This is what we refer to as brain based treatment or BBT,” says Dr. Van-Hoogstraat. “When we combine BBT with correcting spinal subluxations, the results are better, faster and longer-lasting. Doctors are faced with seeing a new kind of stress never before seen in human history. It’s a form of stress that’s directly linked to our high-tech, over-loaded lifestyle." "Self-Mastery Technology (SMT) combines gentle pulses of light and sound with visualization and soothing music to return you to the right bal-ance of brain wave activity," he says. "A simple 20-minute session produces the relaxation response, a state known for reversing the ravages of stress and anxiety and providing the same benefits as 3-4 hours of sleep." SMT utilizes the MindFit Neuro-Trainer that lets the patient relax and listen to empowering mind messaging audio-sessions that are strategically en-coded with Neuro-Sensory Algorithms for the most productive power nap imaginable. VanHoogstraat believes that regular use of SMT stimulates healthy brain chemistry, boosts energy and the immune system, helps slow aging, promotes weight loss, purges unwanted habits and instills positive new behav-iors. For more information, call 248-628-4886 or see ad page 9.

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Neat Costumes Hooray! Princesses and superheroes are more popular than witches and devils these days. With encouragement from parents, kids can enjoy a greener Hal-loween with tiaras, wands and capes made from recycled cardboard and hobby shop items. Thrift stores offer up hats and jewelry for added bling. The Internet overflows with inspiration. Also, many public libraries host costume swaps this month; find other swap loca-tions at Tinyurl.com/CostumeSwaps.

Colorful Disguises Consider inexpensive temporary hair coloring instead of wigs. Mix three packets of sugar-free drink mix or one box of sugar-free gelatin dessert mix (because sugar makes hair sticky), a few drops of both water and a condi-tioner into a paste. Apply cocoa butter at the hairline to prevent color from running down the face. Use a paint-brush to apply it to the hair, topped

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by a shower cap for a steeping period of as long as youthful patience allows before shampooing. Homemade face paint is a fun and healthy alternative to sweaty masks. (Commercial face paint can contain lead and other undesirables.) A moistur-izer with sunscreen, unscented lotion or cocoa butter acts as the base. “UVA/UVB rays are present year-round,” says Dermatologist Michael Taylor, in Port-land, Maine. “Use zinc- or titanium-based products, free from fragrance, para-aminobenzoic acid, parabens, bisphenol A, phthalates and other harmful ingredients.” Natural food coloring, spices or other pantry items provide colorants. Turmeric makes a bright yellow; rasp-berry, blackberry or beet juice yields pink or red; mashed avocado and spi-rulina show up green; blueberry juice is naturally purple; and cocoa powder makes a great brown, according to Greenne.com.

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Age-Perfect PartiesFor the youngest treaters, hold an afternoon party with games and an outdoor wildlife/leaf hunt. “Plan a scavenger hunt or arrange stuffed toys to be knocked over with balls,” suggests Pamela Layton McMurtry, author of A Harvest and Halloween Handbook, and mother of seven in Kaysville, Utah. “Older kids will love a block party. Solar twinkle lights can mark the perim-eters. Plan for a potluck and emphasize healthy choices. Games with prizes like wooden toys, juices, raisins or gluten-free crispy rice cakes take the focus off of candy. Tweens like progressive parties: appetizers at one house, dessert at another and music or scary movies at a third.” “Disguise healthy snacks as scary, gross foods,” suggests Rosie Pope, a parenting style leader and former reality TV personality in Ridgewood, New Jer-sey. “Homemade grape or orange juice popsicles with a small gummy worm inside are popular.” Pope likes to decorate cucumber and apple slices with raisins, dried cranberries, blueberries and pretzels adhered with organic peanut butter to mimic crawly creatures. Black spaghetti colored with squid ink can simulate boiled witch’s hair. Spinach linguini masquerades as swamp grass. Look for gluten-free varieties. Prepare peeled grapes for green eyeballs. “Cover party tables with a patch-work of fabric remnants,” advises McMurtry. She also suggests a DIY taco area or cat-and-scarecrow-shaped piz-zas. Use sliced olive or cherry tomato eyes, shredded cheese hair and a red pepper smile. Prepare a cheesy fondue with whole-grain bread. Individually wrapped popcorn balls studded with bits of fruit can be great take-home des-serts for guests.

Harvest Décor In addition to the usual farmers’ market gourds, Indian corn and pumpkins, “Oranges, tangerines and apples cov-ered with cloth and tied with orange or black yarn or ribbon hung as miniature ghosts in the kitchen and doorways add a spooky touch,” adds Pope. “After the holiday, the fruit returns to the table as


a snack.” Pope’s children also like to draw Halloween murals on windows using water-based markers. Traditional tricks and treats are easily improved upon with mindful shopping and imagination. The calorie counts are lower, environmental im-pacts are lighter and the feel-good fun factor soars.

Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via [email protected].

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More Eco-Treat Tips4 Keep kids’ hair dry after applying temporary coloring to keep ingredi-ents from running.

4 Mix cornstarch and beet juice to make “blood”.

4 Post a door notice that this family is giving out healthy snacks. Search out organic, fair trade, GMO-, glu-ten-, nut- and sugar-free treats in re-cyclable packaging (or no packaging at all). Avoid artificial preservatives and high-fructose corn syrup.

4 After gutting the pumpkin, roast the seeds for a snack and purée the pump-kin to add fiber and flavor to recipes.

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It’s that time of year when we’re sending our kids back to school. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Up-per respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.

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Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then pro-ceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.

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What do you believe is the most important environmental challenge we currently face?Hands down, global warming and the associated disruption of Earth’s operat-ing systems is the biggest risk that we run right now. If we continue to get this wrong—and right now we’re not getting it right—it’s going to destroy the ability of our civilization to pro-ceed as it has been. Everything else operates within the envelope of the environment. There’s no food, econo-my, family or anything else good if we don’t have a habitable planet.

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As living on Earth approaches its silver anniversary, what stands out to you as having changed the most over the years? One thing that is new and important is an understanding of the power of coal to disrupt the climate. Massachusetts Institute of Technology research shows that using natural gas energy has about three-quarters of the impact of coal over its lifetime, and work at other uni-versities and government agencies sup-ports that finding. Another way to put this is that coal shoots at the environ-ment with four bullets while natural gas does it with three. It also raises serious questions about whether we should be making massive infrastructure changes

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Can you cite the single highest-impact segment enabling NPR to tangibly help forward changes benefiting the environment?I believe that in 1992 we were the first national news organization to do environmental profiles of presidential candidates, prompting follow-up by ABC News, The Wall Street Journal and others. That signaled the greatest impact—that other news organizations felt it was important. A number of me-dia picked up on the idea and started doing those kinds of profiles... not always, not everywhere, but frequently. Presidential candidates can now ex-pect to be asked questions about their positions on the environment.

How much does listener feed-back and interaction influence your selection of topics? When we launched the program, surveys showed that only 14 percent of the public cared about the ques-tion of global warming, which means 86 percent didn’t care, but we thought the story was important and stuck with it. People do care about their health, so we pay a lot of attention to envi-ronmental health stories, particularly eco-systems that support healthy living, from clean water to the vital roles of forests to the toxic risks we run from certain manmade chemicals. That’s re-ally important to people, and listeners are quite vocal on such subjects. There’s a phrase, “You don’t know what you don’t know.” If we just relied on listeners to tell us what we should tell them, we wouldn’t be educating them. On the other hand, it’s equally important to cover what listeners are curious about, because they can also educate us. It’s a two-way street.

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Energy EngineHumankind has sought for centuries to harness the sun because the cumulative energy of 15 minutes of its rays shin-ing on Earth could power the world for a year. Following the invention of the solar collector in 1767, a slow, yet steady evolution of other breakthroughs in the quest have included the photovoltaic (PV) effect, observed in 1839, invention of the first solar cell in 1954 and a solar-powered communica-tions satellite in 1958. Solar summits in 1973 and 1977 led to the inception of the Solar Energy Research Institute (now the National Renewable Energy Laboratory), part of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Organization Act signed by then-President Jimmy Carter. Making the most of the “alchemy of sunlight” that Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Yergin writes about in The Quest: Energy, Security, and the Remaking of the Modern World, has required a global village of inventors, visionar-ies, scientists and engineers. Pioneering companies have produced technological advancements and reduced manu-facturing costs that expand the sun’s services to the world. Today, thanks to solar power, many of the remotest villages in developing countries have electricity. “Without solar photovoltaics on satellites and those powering the uplink transmitters, downlink receivers and associated equipment on the ground, the isolated residents of developing countries can’t join the modern world,” explains Neville Williams, author of the recently released book, Sun Power: How the Energy from the Sun is Changing Lives Around the World, Empowering America, and Saving the Planet. As founder of the guerilla nonprofit Solar Electric Light Fund (SELF.org), Williams led the charge for electrifying households in 12 developing countries for 17 years, begin-

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ning in 1990, using solar panels and systems funded by grants. “While we were cost-effective and decisive, the results were due to the honest, hardworking and dedicated people we found there,” he advises. Williams initiated his pioneering advocacy of solar energy as a media specialist with the DOE during the Carter administration and served as the national media director for Greenpeace, in Washington, D.C. In 1997, he co-founded the solar installation company SELCO-India, which has sup-plied solar home systems to more than 150,000 families in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam and South Africa. In 2005, he founded the solar solutions supplier Standard Solar Inc., of Rockville, Maryland.

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WEDnEsDaY, oCtobEr 15Essential Oils Therapy - Pets & People - 6:30pm-8pm. Our October Pawsitive Pet Brief topic is Essential Oils Therapy for Pets & People! FREE DoTerra essential oil presentation - learn about benefits for health enhancement for pets & people. FREE. Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Therapy, 1894 Star Batt Drive, ROCHESTER HILLS. Tari Kern 248-564-0309. See ad page xx.

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Forming Health Habits, w/Renee Heigel. When seasons change, so do our bodies and instead of resisting this, we want to honor this change by creating wellness habits that stick. FREE. Better Health, 2053 S. Telegraph, BLOOMFIELD HILLS. 248-334-9500. See ad page 55.Don't Ask How, Ask WHy: w/Peter Nielsen - Noon. Peter will explain that in order to be in the best shape of your life‚ mind body and spirit‚you truly need to work from the inside out. FREE. The Better Health Store, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBy TWP. 586-884-6760. See ad page 55.It Works. Body Wrap Sampler - 11:30am-12:30pm. Want to tighten, tone & fi rm your body in only 45 minutes? Attend our Wrap Sampler event. Bring a friend and go home skinnier. Price includes 1 wrap. $25. Better Body Better Health Institute, 65 S Washington, OXFORD. Dr. Colleen 248-628-4886. See ad page 9. Deliciously Simple Seasonal Salads - 3pm. Sample various types of unique lettuces, nutritious greens, micro greens, shoots and begin to look at salads in a whole new way. You will leave inspired to eat more greens as well as how to grow some of your own at home. FREE. Better Health Market, 42857 Grand River Ave, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55.

friDaY, oCtobEr 3yoga in Nature - 6-7pm. Looking for a good stretch and relaxation? Maybe you just want time away from everyday stress. Learn breathing techniques and posture control. Plan to be outdoors. Class will be held indoors in case of bad weather. Wear layered, loose, comfortable clothing. Bring your yoga mat or blanket. Some mats available. Ages 9+, all abilities $2. For Mar Nature Preserve, 2142 N Genesse Rd, BURTON. 810-736-7100.

saturDaY, oCtobEr 4Planning to be a Healthy 100 - Noon-1pm. Dr. Kahn will discuss the connection between stress and illness. The role of Type A behavior in heart attacks will be presented. Management strategies for stress with exercise, prayer, mind-body practices, and supplements will be discussed. FREE. Better Health, 2053 S. Telegraph, BLOOMFIELD HILLS. 248-334-9500. See ad page 55.Sensory Enhanced yoga - 2-4pm. Learn yoga to help suffering from post-traumatic stress (PTSD) for a variety of trauma survivors including war veterans,

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friDaY, sEptEMbEr 26An Introduction to Kundalini yoga - Kundalini practitioners call it the "yoga of awareness". Learn what it is and how you can use your energy to uplift your spirit. Register early. $25. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. Microbirth screening - 7-7:45pm."Microbirth" is a new feature-length documentary looking at birth in a whole new way, with the latest scientifi c research. Co-sponsored with Macomb Birth Network.

FREE. Limited seating. Davenport University, South Building Room 16, 27650 Dequindre Rd, WARREN. RSVP 586-264-9470.

saturDaY, sEptEMbEr 27Spectrum In Motion - 9am. A Healthy Fitness Fundraising Event. Spectrum Community Services Fourth Annual Triathlon on September 27, 2014. Donation $20. KENSINGTON METRO PARK. Info: Kate Heer 734-367-6750.5 Tiny Choices That Create Huge Change - Noon.

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rape survivors, survivors of chronic childhood abuse and/or their caregivers. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Vaccine Risks, Responsibilitiy, Rights - Noon-1pm. Mary Tocco discusses the difference between natural immunity and forced vaccine, unnatural immunity, the production, ingredients, effectiveness, chronic illness in children related to the vaccines and much more. Spaces limited. FREE. The Better Health Store, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBy TWP. 586-884-6760. See ad page 55.Oil-La-Palooza - 12-4pm. Join us for a one-of-a-kind speed oiling open house. It's FAST & FUN essential oil education. Learn lots of practical recipes and uses for a natural approach to health. Prizes. Samples. Accessories. FREE. The Mental Fitness Center, 550 Nawakwa, ROCHESTER HILLS. Joelle Kekhoua 248-601-3111. See ad page 15.

MonDaY, oCtobEr 6Free Meditation Night - 7:30-8:30pm. Meditation on Twin hearts is based on the principle that some of the major energy centers or chakras are entry points or gateways to certain levels or horizons of consciousness. FREE. Unity of Farmington Hills, 32500 West 13 Mile Rd, FARMINGTON HILLS. 248-737-9191.

tuEsDaY, oCtobEr 7Vegan 101 Cooking Class - 7-8:30pm. Join VegMichigan for their fun and informative cooking class. Learn the nutritional aspects of a plant-based diet and taste samples of the prepared food. These classes are for anyone who wants to learn how to create delicious, exciting, nutritious and easy vegan meals. FREE but RSVP. Whole Foods, 2918 E. Walton, ROCHESTER HILLS. 248-371-1400.

WEDnEsDaY, oCtobEr 8The Amazing Thyroid. - 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover the 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, ROCHESTER HILLS. FREE. Call 248-879-1900 to register.Are Supplements Really Necessary? - 7pm. Presented by: Garden of Life National Educator, Amber Vitse, CN In this seminar we discuss many of the questions and concerns that surround the use of supplements. FREE. Better Health Market, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBy TWP. 586-884-6160. See ad page 55.

friDaY, oCtobEr 10Arthitis Foundation Exercise Program - The routines include gentle range-of motion exercises that are suitable for every fitness level. Program will be held outdoors if weather permits. Chairs will be used both indoors and outdoors during the program. For seniors, all abilities. FREE. For Mar Nature Preserve and Arboret, 2142 N. Genesee Rd, BURTON. 810-736-7100.Candle Light yoga w/music Mike Cohen - 7:30-8:30pm. Join us for an intimate Candle light Yoga class led by Abby Hoot accompanied by sacred music and mantra of Mike Cohen, to open your heart, mind and body. Space limited, pre-register.

($18/$25 at door) $18. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKELy. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

saturDaY, oCtobEr 11Mike Cohen Kirtan - 8-10pm. Mike Cohen returns to House Of Yoga for an evening of uplifting and heart opening Kirtan with amazing band: John Nipper, Elden Kelly, Samuel Salbury and more. Join us for an evening of sacred chant. $18. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEy. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54. Family Night yoga - 6-7:15pm. Join us for this fun and interactive class for kids & anyone they love to explore yoga together and find the inner child within. Come ready to play. Ages 4+. Snacks to follow. $9. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Fall for Brown Rice Cooking Class - Noon. MacroVal discusses how brown rice is full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Come learn all about this signature fall time whole grain. Sweet nutty and satisfying, brown rice is a complex carbohydrate, which gives the body energy. FREE. Better Health Market, 42857 Grand River Ave, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55.

MonDaY, oCtobEr 13 Improving your Child's Health and Immune System - 7-7:30, Dr. Aaron Rice of Journey to Health, LLC, will discuss steps to improve and optimize your child's health status. Davenport University- WARREN Campus Room 16 South Building. Info: 586-264-9470. See ad page 20.

WEDnEsDaY, oCtobEr 15Digestion Issues? - 7- 8:15pm. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist will discuss hidden causes of… Acid Reflux, Crohn’s, Gas, Bloating, Diarrhea. Don’t let digestive problems rule your life. Attend this seminar and learn drugless solutions. Whole Foods, ROCHESTER HILLS. FREE. Call 248-879-1900 to register.

friDaY, oCtobEr 17yoga in Nature - 6-7pm. Looking for a good stretch and relaxation? Maybe you just want time away from everyday stress. Learn breathing techniques and posture control. Plan to be outdoors. Class will be held indoors in case of bad weather. Wear layered, loose, comfortable clothing. Bring your yoga mat or blanket. Some mats are available. For ages 9 and older, all abilities. $2. For Mar Nature Preserve and Arboret, 2142 N. Genesee Rd, BURTON. 810-736-7100. Partner yoga Fun. - 7:30-9pm. Yoga means union and partner yoga provides a way to approach your union with openhearted inquisitiveness for one another.Partner yoga does not require flexibility or experience in yoga. $15. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Healing Forces Reiki Circle - 7-9pm. Attuned and non-attuned individuals are welcome. If you haven't had a chance to experience Reiki, or if you are already a Reiki enthusiast, PLEASE consider coming to this event. FREE. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd, SOUTHFIELD. 248-350-1400.

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WEDnEsDaY, oCtobEr 29Gearing Up for Cold And Flu Season - 6:30pm. Guy Devin, Ph.D. CCN CHHC AADP from UAS will discuss multiple strategies using probiotics and supplements to support a healthy immune response for your body and being. Minimize Allergies and food intolerance. FREE. The Better Health Store, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBy TWP. 586-884-6760. See ad page 55.

tHursDaY, oCtobEr 30Gearing Up for Cold And Flu Season - 6:30pm. Guy Devin, Ph.D. CCN CHHC AADP from UAS will discuss multiple strategies using probiotics and supplements to support a healthy immune response for your body and being. Minimize Allergies and food intolerance. FREE. The Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55.

saturDaY, novEMbEr 1Managing Stress for your Heart - 12-1pm. Dr. Kahn will discuss the connection between stress and illness. The role of Type A behavior in heart attacks will be presented. Management strategies for stress with exercise, prayer, mind-body practices, and supplements will be discussed. Spaces are limited so sign up today. FREE. The Better Health Store, 2875 Grand River, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55.

saturDaY, novEMbEr 8Managing Stress for your Heart - 12-1pm. Dr. Kahn will discuss the connection between stress and illness. The role of Type A behavior in heart attacks will be presented. Management strategies for stress with exercise, prayer, mind-body practices, and supplements will be discussed. Spaces are limited so sign up today. FREE. The Better Health Store, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBy TWP. 586-884-6760. See ad page 55. Holiday Cooking Class - Noon. Presented by: MacroValMaking healthy, vegan, gluten free recipes at the holiday time can be challenging. Come learn some secrets of the trade by Chef Val. She will teach you how to keep it simple, yet very delicious for your whole family. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55

saturDaY, oCtobEr 18Functional Training and Healthy Eating - Noon. Trainer Rod, Corefi t Fitness. This type of training focuses on building muscles and core strength for things most people do on a daily basis, and your nutrition should also have the same focus. FREE. Better Health Market, 42857 Grand River Ave, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55.

tuEsDaY, oCtobEr 21Food for the Heart Class 1 - 7-8:30pm. This class is designed to help you learn how to lower your cholesterol or triglycerides, lower your blood pressure, better manage your diabetes or lose weight. $15. Beaumont Hospital Outpatient Center, 44250 Dequindre Rd, STERLING HGTS. 248-954-0700.Health Without Limits - 6:30pm. Light dinner and talke with Dr. Pavel Bence, local health and wellness expert. FREE. Bence Chiropractic, 46857 Garfi eld Rd, MACOMB. RSVP 586-978-9900 or 586-803-4165. See ad page 31.

WEDnEsDaY, oCtobEr 22The Amazing Thyroid - 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover the 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, AUBURN HILLS. FREE. Call 248-879-1900 to register.

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for yoga teachers, yoga therapists & health care workers also well suited to hard core yogis as well to deepen their practice and knowledge. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Reducing Stress: The Juggling Act - Noon.Wellness Coach Cathy Achino will share tips on reducing your stress. Stress is a major contributor to a wide range of diseases from depression to cancer and embracing methods to reduce stress contributes to better health and overall quality of life. FREE. Better Health Market, 42857 Grand River Ave, NOVI. 248-735-8100. See ad page 55.The Pleasure of Arriving - 3:30-5pm. For beginners as well as seasoned meditators. Explore concrete techniques to help you fi nd the joy and pleasure of a daily practice. Learn new tools in a fun safe and accessible environment. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

MonDaY, oCtobEr 27Purifi cation and Detox - 7-7:45pm. Dr. Aaron Rice of Journey to Health, LLC, will discuss common sense options of a physician-directed program to restore digestive health and lose weight. Davenport University, WARREN Campus Room 16 South Building. Info: 586-264-9460. See ad page 20.

tuEsDaY, oCtobEr 28Food for the Heart Part 2 - 7-8:30pm. During this class, you will learn how sodium and vitamins impact your heart – and how to make healthy decisions

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and breast cancer survivor discusses what causes cancer, protecting the body during treatment, de-toxification, prevention/healthy lifestyle, gut health, environmental risks and support. FREE. Rebekah's Health & Nutrition Source, 588 S Main, LAPEER. 810-660-8585. Intermediate Vinyasa Flow yoga - 6-7:15pm. A place to get comfortable with strong yoga practices, a good slow burn. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. Tai Chuan Chuan, The Basics - 6:30-8pm. Begin-ning Tai Chi Chuan class. Come see if Tai Chi Chuan is something you would like to try. $20. Orchid Leaf Energy Arts, 2290 E. Hill Rd, GRAND BLANC. Dawn Fleetwood 810-235-9864. See ad page 53.Weight Management/TLS - 7-8pm. One FREE Introductory Evening. Transitions Lifestyle Solu-tions. This is NOT a diet. There are 'Five Solutions' to Weight Management. 12 week program. FREE. Center for the Healing Arts, 38245 Mound Rd. Bldg E, STERLING HEIGHTS. Diane Simmons 586-268-5444. See ad page 51. Gluten/Food Allergy Support - 7-8pm. Join Lee Rossano, CNC at Rochester's Whole Foods the 3rd Monday of each month, for new and exciting ways to cope with food allergies. FREE. Whole Foods, 2918 Walton Blvd, ROCHESTER HILLS. Lee Rossano 248-652-4160. See ad page 28.

Senior Stretch & Tone - 8-9am. Also Thur same time. Taught by Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $5/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Tue & Thurs same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. 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 30.yoga Classes At Alice's - 11:30am-12:30pm. Hatha Yoga class. Previous experience not required - all levels. $15 or 6wk rates. Alice Huang's Chinese Natural Therapies, 1311 N Main, CLAWSON. 248-278-6081. See ad page 3.Therapeutic Belly Dance - 6-7pm. Strengthen the core, reduce pain and enjoy the health benefits with Instructor Kimberly. All fitness levels welcome. $10/class with Class Card, $12/Drop in. Healthy Happy Whole, 317 S Elm, OWOSSO. 989-720-HEAL. See ad page 50. Tai Chi - 6:30-7:30pm. Eric Scott, 23 years' experi-ence. $10/Class with 4-class card, $11/class drop-in.

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New Baltimore Farmers Market - 8am-1pm. FREE. Downtown next to Rec Center on Wash. NEW BALTIMORE. Warren Farmers Market - 9am-2pm. FREE. WARREN City Square.Birmingham Farmers Market - 9am-2pm. More than 70 booths featuring locally and regionally grown produce, garden plants and flowers, organics, fresh prepared foods, hand crafted items and more. FREE. Public Parking Lot 6, BIRMINGHAM.Springfield Farmers’ Market - 10am-2pm. June 15 thru Sept 28. Products that are naturally and locally grown. Admission FREE for shoppers. Shiawas-see Basin Preserve (DAVISBURG Rd. Entrance). Please contact Market Manager Colleen for more information. 248-249-1592.Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous – 6pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, overweight,, undereating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. FREE. Royal Oak Church of Christ, 115 S Campbell Road, ROyAL OAK, Contact Grace 586-808-2148.Essential yoga w/Meditation - 6:30-7:45pm. Dan Gwinn will be teaching. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St, ROyAL OAK. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 54.

Kick Boxing - 6:15-7:15am. Also Wed & Fri same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $6/Class with 10-class card, $8/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Tue & Thurs same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. - 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releas-ing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation. WARREN. 586-751-7500. See ad page 30.La Leche League of Lake Orion - 10am. Daytime Series meeting: 3rd Monday. FREE. Christ the Re-deemer Church, 2700 Waldon Rd, LAKE ORION. Tawnya 586-604-4074.Breastfeeding Info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. FREE. 1st Mon. St.John-Mac.Hosp. Med.Educ.Ctr, 12000 E. 12 Mile. Enter pkg lot @ Main Hosp. drive & bear L. Mtg in 1st bldg. on L. Aud.A. WARREN. Info: Ginny 586-940-1634.We Survived Cancer...Now What? - 2nd Mondays, 6-7pm. Gretchen Fleischmann, Nurse Practitioner

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KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44.Lyme Disease Support Group - 7pm. First Tuesday monthly (except Jan, July & Sept). Open to anyone in the Detroit metropolitan area who has, thinks they might have, or cares about someone who has Lyme Disease. Northwest Unitarian-Universalist Church, 23925 Northwestern Highway, SOUTHFIELD. 248-354-4488. young Living Essential Oils - 7pm-8:30pm. First Tuesday of every month: Essential Oils & supple-ments that may work for you. Zyto scans by ap-pointment. For Topics or changes see ylmiclasses.co Donation $5. Pamela's Salon, 60460 Mt. Vernon, ROCHESTER. Pamela Visser 248-931-2710. See ad page 52.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 TOWN-SHIP. Erica Michaels 248-881-0836.

Kick Boxing - 6:15-7:15am. Also Mon & Fri same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certifi ed Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $6/Class with 10-class card, $8/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Vinyasa w/Michael Duerr - 6-7am. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St., ROYAL OAK. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 20.Outdoor Yoga at Heritage Park - 8-9am. Breathe

and stretch to the ever-changing beauty of Heritage Park and the serenity of nature. Bring a mat and blanket, and dress for the weather in layers. During inclement weather the program will be held indoors. $10. Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Rd, FARM-INGTON HILLS. Ashlie Smith 248-477-1135.Farmers' Market/Crafts - 9am-3pm. Thru 10/8 Local produce,eggs, MI syrup/honey, baked goods, diabetic socks, Project Fresh & more. FREE. Durand Union Station, E. Main St, Downtown DURAND. 989-288-3561.Adult Women’s and Children’s Domestic Vio-lence Support Groups - 10-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, hOWeLL. Info: 517-548-1350.Basic yoga with Emily - 9:30-10:30am. Wake up with a playful and heartfelt Basic Yoga practice led by Emily. All levels welcome. $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 MIle Rd, BERKELy. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54. Northern Macomb Caregiver Support Group - 1pm. 1st Weds. Crittenton Home Care invites the community to the WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP Senior Center. Lead by an Alzheimer’s Association facilitator, an opportunity for caregivers to discuss how their lives have been affected as they care for someone with Alzheimer’s.Info: 248-656-6757.Barrobics - 6:30-7:30m. Also Fri same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certifi ed Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44.

Senior Stretch & Tone - 8-9am. Also Tue same time. Taught by Janet Wassmann, ITA Certifi ed Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $5/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Mon & Tue same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certifi ed Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Ask a Nurse Hour with Crittenton Home Care - 10-11am 2nd Thursdays. The senior community is invited to visit a Crittenton Home Care nurse who will answer basic medical questions and offer free blood pressure screenings. TROY Community Center. Info: Community Relations Coordinator 248-656-6757.Yoga - 6-7pm. All fi tness levels welcome. Certifi ed Instructor Meagan Duggan. $9/Class with Class Card, $12/Drop-in. Healthy Happy Whole, 317 S Elm, OWOSSO. 989-720-HEAL. See ad page 50. Yoga - 6-7:30pm. Instructor Chris Duncan, RYT. 13 years' experience. $8/Class with 10-class card, $12/class drop-in KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44.Auburn Hills Caregiver Support Group - 6pm. 3rd Thursdays. See description for Macomb event Wednesdays at 1pm. AUBURN HILLS Community Center. Register: 248-370-9353. Info: Crittenton Home Care Community Relations Coordinator 248-656-6757.

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Alzheimer’s Association Support Group - 6:30-8pm. 4th Thur. Open to the public, free of charge and are attended by families, caregivers, and friends of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia disorders. LAPEER Library- Margurite D. Angeli Branch. FREE. Info: Amy DeNise 810-732-8500.Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous – 7pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, overweight, undereating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. FREE. Saint John Health System, Oakland Hospital, 27351 Dequindre Rd, MADISON HEIGHTS. Contact Grace 586-808-2148.Pregnancy/Parenting Enrichment - 7-8pm. Doulas from all over Michigan discuss a wide range of exciting topics about pregnancy and parenting. Call to find out more about the weekly topics. FREE. Journey to Health, LLC., 34770 Dequindre Rd, STERLING HEIGHTS. Margaret 313-673-6342. See ad page 20. Isha Kriya: A Free Guided Meditation - 7-8pm 3rd Thursdays. Learn a simple yet powerful 15 minute practice which creates enhanced clarity, improved health and a state of peacefulness and joy. FREE . Summit on the Park, 46000 Summit Pkwy, Arts Rm 2, CANTON. Isha Volunteer 313-451-4742. See ad page 53. La Leche League of Lake Orion - 7:30 pm. Eve-ning Series Meeting: 2nd Thursday. Toddler Meet-ing: 4th Thursday. Babies and children welcome. FREE. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1950 S. Baldwin, LAKE ORION. Tawnya 584-604-4074.Basic Hatha yoga + Meditation - 8-9pm. Relax and unwind in this Basic Yoga class led by Lisa. Class concludes with a short meditation. $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 MIle Rd, BERKELy. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

Kick Boxing - 6:15-7:15am. Also Mon & Wed same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $6/Class with 10-class card, $8/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. Ashtanga with Abby - 6:30-7:30am. Wake up with a short form practice of Ashtanga: Sun Salutations, standing poses, seated and finishing poses including inversions and a deep sivasana. $14. House Of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 MIle Rd, BERKELy. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54. Mommy & Me yoga - 9:30-10:30am. Yoga for caregivers and littles, age 8 weeks-3 years, in a relaxed setting. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. 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.Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 6pm. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Rd, COM-MERCE TOWNSHIP. 248-277-0628.

Barrobics - 6:30-7:30pm. Also Wed same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certified Black Belt. 14 years' experience. $4/Class with 10-class card, $6/class drop-in. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. 810-667-2101. See ad page 44. 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.

Rochester Farmers Market - 8am-1pm. Celebrat-ing its 15th season, fresh produce, flowers and other products exclusive to Michigan. Rochester Farmers Market, Corner of East Third and Water Street, ROCHESTER. info: Nancy 248-656-0060.Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 9am. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. Central Methodist Church (park/enter at back of church), 3882 Highland Road, WATERFORD TOWN-SHIP. 248-277-0628.Shelby Farmers Market - 9am-2pm. Farm fresh fruits and veggies, sprouts, eggs, honey, bread, plants and flowers, Chef demos and artisans, proceeds help support lovely historic site. FREE. Packard Proving Grounds Site, 49965 Van Dyke Ave, SHELBy TWP. Mary Anne Demo 586-943-5785. See ad page 50. Lapeer Farmers' Market - 9am-3pm. Connect the local community with the freshest, healthiest locally grown produce the area has to offer. FREE. Lapeer Farmers' Market, 235 W. Nepessing St, LAPEER. Sherril Hengy 810-664-2667.South Lyon Farmers Market - 9am-3pm. The Mar-ket promotes healthy eating, strengthens community, supports local farmers, preserves agricultural land and practices for future generations. Purchasing food directly from the grower, gives you the oppor-tunity to learn about your food. Shop local. FREE. SOUTH LyON.Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Net-working Meeting - 1st Sat/9:30am-12pm. Certified Hypnotherapists graduated from a state licensed school of hypnosis welcome. Includes educational presentation, workbook and computer disk. First visit FREE. Clinical Hypnosis Professional Group, WARREN. Register 586-751-7500. See ad page 30.Overeaters Anonymous - 10-11am. OA is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from overeating, anorexia, or bulimia. Donation. Grand Blanc United Methodist Church, 401 Bush Avenue, GRAND BLANC. Susan 949-445-0493.Historic Tours - 11am-12pm. Meet at the front gates for a tour of the buildings at the Packard Proving Grounds automotive history site. Albert Kahn designed & built in the 1920s. FREE. Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave, SHELBy TWP. Mary Anne Demo 586-943-5785.Cafe Saturday - 11am-4pm. Saturdays offering organic coffee and tea, with variety of gluten free organic vegan and raw treats to purchase to make your visit like a family visit. WiFi available. Ber-nie's Best, 3370 Highland Rd, WATERFORD. 248-738-3734.

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ACUPUNCTURE

ACUPUNCTUREClarissa Dawn Guest, RN, Dipl. Ac2359 W. Shiawassee, Suite E, Fenton810-750-2004Transform your health with Acupuncture. Start feeling better today. Specializing in insomnia, depression, pain management, infertility, painful periods, menopause, headaches and migraines. Also offering Nutrienergetics™ and Neuromodulation Technique™.

ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL CLINICAcupuncture • Massage • NutritionMichal kelly L. Ac., Dipl. O.M.12272 Fenton Rd., Suite 3, Fenton 810-714-5556 • FentonAcupuncture.com

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

ACUPUNCTURE HEALTH ALLIANCESusan Burke, OMD, L.Ac1890 Southfield Rd., Birmingham248-582-8888Specializing in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology Nutritional programs, QiGong and Physiognomy. See ad page 18.

HEALTHY HAPPY WHoLEMassage • Nutrition • Counselingkorina St. John, Dipl.OM, L.AcHealthyHappyWhole.com • 989-720-HEAL

With ove r 14 yea r s experience in Integrative Medicine, Korina offers painless acupuncture andcompassionate care for allages. Treatment plans designed to meet your specific healthcare and financial needs.

MICHIGAN oRIENTAL MEDICINEkaren DeBruyn, PT, MSTOM, Dipl.OM, R.AcHenry Buchtel, MMed (China)Dipl.Ac, R.Ac8308 Office Park Drive, Ste 2Grand Blanc, 810-694-3500Providing acupuncture and herbal medicine to optimize your health and wellness. Specializing in pain management, sports injuries, women's health, immune support, insomnia, and stress management.

ALLERGY TREATMENT

NEW LIFE ALLERGY TREATMENT CTR.Terry Robinson, RPN, Natural TherapistAdvanced NAET Practitioner725 S. Adams S-185, Birmingham248-792-2229 • NewLifeAllergy.com

Computerized sensitivity testing and Natural Allergy Treatments. Certified in NAET with 13 years of experience. Specializing in environmental allergies, food allergies/sensitivities, digest ive issues, skin problems, headaches , fatigue and Candida.

BoWEN THERAPY

MARK RoGERS1775 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham248-761-4135AdvancedBodyworkLLC.com

“The alternative, alternative therapy!”- Unique, gentle and effective pain relief technique. Not massage. B a c k / n e c k p a i n , Fibromyalgia, migraines, TMJ, carpal tunnel, frozen shoulder and more. 15 years bodywork experience. See ad page 21.

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Locally grown, Farm Fresh Fruits & Vegetables, Crafts, Plants, Flowers,

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Weekly cooking demonstrations with Chef Kendall Mitchell!

Outdoors Rain or Shine!

My aim is to achieve sustainable change, not just make a cute little makeover.

~Jamie Oliver


CHIRoPRACTIC

FAMILY, PEDIATRICS & PREGANACYCafe' of Life ChiropracticDr. Erica Peabody • 810-629-6023521 North Leroy St., Fenton

Serving the Exceptional Chiropractic Experience. The Café of Life® is a unique concept. A place tha t th inks rad ica l ly different about health and wellness, and provides a heal thy environment . Please visit our website: CafeOfLifeFenton.com

JoURNEY To HEALTH, LLCDr. Rachel and Dr. Aaron R. RiceSterling Heights • 586-264-9470Journey2HealthChiro.com

Full-spectrum chiropractic care helping you reduce stress and improve health with whole food nutrition, g e n t l e c h i r o p r a c t i c adjusting, massage therapy, and biofeedback exams. Unique and customized

since no two people are the same! See ad page 20.

NATURAL WELLNESS &PAIN RELIEF CENTERSGrand Blanc • 810-694-3576Richmond • 586-727-7500NWPRC.comDr. Morningstar is the developer of the TornadoSuit and ARC3D Scoliosis Therapy. His treatment ap-proach 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 37.

SYNERGY WELLNESSDr. Laura VanloonBirmingham • 248-408-8183DrVanloon.com

Unique, gentle, painless techniques for pain, numb-ness, Sciatica, allergies and much more; using KST, BEST; and botanical, ho-meopathic & nutrition. We also offer Craniosacral therapy and therapeutic massage. See ad page 15.

WILLS FAMILY CHIRoPRACTICDr. Jason Wills • 248-922-98885885 S. Main St., Suite 4, Clarkston WillsFamilyChiropractic.com

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 funct ional i ty of each individual. See ad page 21.

CoACHING / CoUNSELING

CHRIS SARRIS ~ SoUL SPACERochester • 248-761-6390www.TheSoulsSpace.com

Soul Coaching is a unique approach to personal g rowth , hea l i ng and transformation. Integrating e lements o f therapy, coaching and spirituality f o r I n d i v i d u a l s a n d Couples. We offer training and certification for the Soul Coaching process and program.

THE MENTAL FITNESS CENTER850 W. University, Suite C, Rochester248-601-3111www.MentalFitnessCenter.org

A natural approach to mental and physical health, offering counse l ing , behav io r analysis, coaching, nutrition and physical fitness training, for individuals, couples, families and persons with special needs. See ad pg 15.

CoLoNICS/DEToxIFICATIoN

ToTAL HEALTH CoLoN CARE 38245 Mound Rd, Bldg E Sterling Heights • 586-268-5444 TotalHealthColonCare.com

Colon Hydrotherapy is not intended to be a cure-all but colonics are a valuable procedure for treating intestinal malfunctions which could result in many illness. Inside the Center for the Healing Arts.

CRANIoSACRAL THERAPY

GUIDED ToUCH • DENAE TAITLapeer • 810-614-7582Pain/stress relief and more with Craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy and holistic nutrition. 11 years experience. See ad page 30.

MICHIGAN CRANIoSACRAL THERAPYMagda Girao, ORTL-CST-DWest Bloomfield • [email protected] are committed to the premise of progressing skills forward for all individuals. We make the difference that has you get back into your life faster!!!

DENTISTRY

DAvID EWING, DDS, LPCGateway Dental5321 Gateway Centre Blvd., Flint810-250-7191General Dentistry, including root canals, dentures, extractions, bridges, composite (white) fillings, crowns, TMJ, N.E.T. for pain control, anxiety and more. Nutrition and ZOOM teeth whitening. See ad page 8.

DAvID W. REGIANI, DDS, PCHolistic General Dentistry since 1979101 South Street, Downtown Ortonville248-627-4934 • RegianiDental.com

Beautiful, natural looking Mercury free/Mercury safe, fluoride free fillings and restorations. TMJ/TMD/C r a n i o F a c i a l P a i n diagnosis & treatment, Non-surgical periodontal therapy, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign & whitening. Founding member IAOMT

and IABDM. See ad page 13.

HPS ADvANCED DENTAL CARE, PCHeather Pranzarone Stratton, DDS4741 24 Mile Rd., Ste. C, Shelby Township248-652-0024 • HPSDental.com

Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocom-patible approach. We perform mercury free/mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmo-sphere for the entire family. See ad page 33.

DIGESTIvE HEALTH

THEDIGESTIoNDoCToR.CoM Dr. Christine kaczmar 47729 Van Dyke Ave. • Shelby Township586-685-2222

Founder of "14-Point D iges t i on D i scove ry System" Solutions for D i a r r h e a , I B S , 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 outside back cover.

The future will either be green or not at all.

~Bob Brown

Change is the law of life, and those who look only to the past or present are

certain to miss the future.

~John F. Kennedy


ENERGY HEALING

BECKY STEvENS HoLISTIC ALTERNATIvES, LLC586-294-654029700 Harper Ave., Ste. 4, St Clair ShoresBeckyStevensHolisticAlternatives.com

Safe, effective options utiliz-ing medical intuition to as-sess the root cause of dis-ease or dysfunction in the body. Also herbal, homeo-pathic, JMT and vibro-pathic remedies. Physician testimonials available.

ENERGY HEALING (cont'd)EMoTIoNAL FREEDoM TECHNIqUES SERvICES LLC Annette R. Richards, LMSW, AAMET Level 3 Advanced Practitioner 248-334-9214 • AnnetteRichardsEFT.com

E x p e r i e n c e d E F T Prac t i t i one r o ff e r ing regular EFT groups to b o r r o w b e n e f i t s a n d i n d i v i d u a l s e s s i o n s , weekdays, evenings and weekends to learn EFT for

personal use; affordable fees.

ESSENTIAL oILS

YoUNG LIvING ESSENTIAL oILSkaren Malone, Ind. Dist. # 840674810-938-9099 • [email protected]

Curious why Wise Men brought Frankincense and Myrrh to the Baby Jesus? Why essential oils are mentioned 200 times in the Bible? Call for FREE "Mis s ing L ink" CD. (Income opportunities also available). See ad page 28.

YoUNG LIvING ESSENTIAL oILSMarlene Wiegers, Ind. Dist. # 1000995Marlene.YoungLivingConnect.comFacebook: Marlene Misiak Wiegers

Become an Independent Distr ibutor! Discover Young Living Essential Oil's healing properties for enhancing health--yours, as well as others who seek holist ic options. Free training. 810-252-9807. See ad page 28.

FELDENKRAIS® METHoD

LISA PoNICHTER • 248-321-0358Feldenkrais® Method, Physical Therapy1775 E. 14 Mile Rd, BirminghamAwakeningMovements.comA physical therapist specializing in this powerfully effective method helps improve posture, strength, flexibility, balance. Decrease/eliminate pain by exploring gentle movement patterns which optimize performance ease, power and comfort.

FENG SHUI

CATHERINE HILKER, oWNER Creating Sanctuary 248-547-4965 www.CatherineHilker.com

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

HEALTH FooDS/BEvERAGES

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grade pure water is remineralized, restructured and energized for maximum hydration.

HARvEST MICHIGAN1952 Star-Batt Drive • Rochester Hills248-475-5805HarvestMichigan.com

Farm-fresh and organically grown food for your family or business. Featuring MI-made products thru Buying Club. Local CSA produce programs. "Bringing the Best of Michigan to You."

LUCKY’S NATURAL FooDS, LLCSince 1974, 248-693-1209101 S. Broadway, Lake OrionHistoric Business DistrictLuckysNaturalFoods.com

Whole Food Vitamins , Minerals, Herbs, Homeopathy. Supplement Savings Card, Organic Groceries, Wheat & Gluten-Free Products, Amish Poultry & Eggs, Fresh Amish Turkeys for the Holidays.P e r s o n a l i z e d s e r v i c e , knowledgable staff, special orders.

NATURES BETTER WAY880 W. Dryden Rd., Metamora810-678-3131My4Life.com/NaturesBetterWayWe are helping "take Transfer Factor to the World." We also carry top quality herbal and nutritional supplements.

WILDWooD HEALTH SoLUTIoNSRain International Independent Distributor 586-727-6302www.MyRainLife.com/wildwood

Go beyond ordinary nutrition with SOUL, a revolutionary new product combining black cumin, black r a s p b e r r y , a n d

chardonnay grape seeds. A powerful anti-infl ammatory supplement in a simple, portable 2 oz shot. See ad page 5.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

HoLISTIC WELLBEINGSusan Miller, CBP, CNHP • 248-953-9402Essential Oil Executive Consultant/TeacherWeight Loss and Pain ProgramsHelp your Body heal Itself with Certifi ed Health Professional - Holistic and ALL Natural Approaches to Heath for Chronic and Acute symptoms including: Pain - Chronic and Acute, Digestive, Headaches, Sleep, Sleep, Attention, Concentration, Brain Fog, Food Issues. The list is practically endless.DETOXIFYING IONIC FOOTBATH.

PAMELA vISSER, CNHP248-931-2710 • Rochester Area Young Living EO Dist. #1125514Pamela.YoungLivingConnect.com

Cert i f ied RAW Food Instructor, Award Winning Hairdresser, custom Salon w/Aromatherapy, ZYTO Compass Nu t r i t iona l Asses smen t s , Hea l th C l a s s e s , R a i n D r o p Therapy/Free training. PamelaVisser@att .net Facebook: Pamela Perry Visser. Ezekiel 47:12.

The World Health Organization has recognized acupuncture as effective in treating mild to moderate depression.

~Andrew Weil


HYPNoTHERAPY

THE PATTERSoN CENTER1520 S. Lapeer Rd., Ste 212Lake Orion • 248-884-7288www.ThePattersonCenter.com

Licensed Counselor can h e l p w i t h a n x i e t y , depression, guilt, grief, phobias, stress, smoking, weight and more. Seek relief! Call now, become a better you. Proudly serving the area for 10 years.

INTEGRATIvE MEDICINE

CUTLER INTEGRATIvE MEDICINE29350 Northwestern Hwy • SouthfieldInside Franklin Athletic Club • 248-663-0165CutlerIntegrativeMedicine.com

A premier Naturopathic health and wellness center dedicated to providing so-lutions not helped by our current medical paradigm. As a Licensed Naturo-pathic Physician, Dr. Cutler has the highest training, and gets to the root of your

problems. See ad page 11.

THE DoWNING CLINICLaura kovalcik, DO, FACOI5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com

I n t e g r a t i v e I n t e r n a l Medicine practice owned by Board-Certified Internal M e d i c i n e p h y s i c i a n . Practice emphasizes natural treatments where possible and uses special testing to determine heal th and nutritional status. Support s e r v i c e s o n s i t e

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 ads pages 14 & 16.

LoNGEvITY HEALTH INSTITUTEMadison Heights • 248-548-3060Rochester Hills • 248-459-1139LongevityHealthInstituteInc.comLewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach. We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV T h e r a p y : Vi t a m i n s , Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support; HBOT - Hyperbaric O2.

NATURAL WELLNESS & PAIN RELIEF CENTERSGrand Blanc • 810-694-3576 Richmond • 586-727-7500 • NWPRC.comComprehensive treatment options to maximize your results. Bio-identical hormones, IV nutritionals, HcG weight loss, manipulation under anesthesia, de-compression therapy, exercise with oxygen therapy, and cancer therapies. See ad page 37.

IRIDoLoGY

oRCHID LEAF ENERGY ARTS Dawn Fleetwood MH, CId.2290 E. Hill, Grand Blanc 810-953-9500 • DawnFleetwood.com Iridology, Herbs, Organic Chinese formulas. Full Energy Analysis: Chinese face, tongue and pulse reading. Tai Chi Chuan, Medical Qigong, Acupuncture, Tunia. Thirty-six years experience.

MASSAGE THERAPY

vICKIE EvANS, CMT The Downing Clinic5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com

Certified in Massage, Reiki a n d H e a l i n g a n d T h e r a p e u t i c To u c h . C e r t i f i e d i n B o w e n 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 ads pages 14 & 16.

MEDICAL SPA

TIMELESS HEALTH & BEAUTYMEDICAL SPA248-650-2241Locations in Rochester and Imlay City

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

MEDITATIoN

ISHA FoUNDATIoN [email protected] 313-451-4742Ishakriya.org

Learn a simple yet powerful 15 minute practice which creates enhanced clarity, improved health and a state of peacefulness and joy. Isha Foundation is an

international, non-profit, public service organization.

NATURAL/HoLISTIC HEALTHBIBLICAL HEALTHHilda Lauderman, DHM, Ph.D, NMD, RNServing East Michigan • 810-503-4056

"Dr. Hilda" offers programs using natural approaches to he lp wi th condi t ions including nutrition, thyroid function, osteoporosis and more. Also licensed as a Dr. of Nedicine, a branch of natural medicine. Call for more information. See ad page 19.

CHEMICAL AWARENESS SPECIALISTStacey kimbrell, CNHPSpeaker & Author of “Living Balanced”810-423-5721 • LivingAnointed.com

Holistic health advocate, teaching wellness through eliminating hidden toxins in every day products, eating whole food & using God’s natural medicines through Young Living Therapeutic Essential Oils. Bio-feedback “Zyto-Elite” services.

GooDALL'S HERBSAlice Goodall, RN, BSNLife Health Coach 586-646-0066 Nutritional counseling/ herbal remedies based on the COMPASS® nutritional assessment. Identify deficiencies in your body in the comfort of your own home. Serving SE Michigan. [email protected].

NUTRITIoNAL CoUNSELING

ADvANCED NUTRITIoNAL SoLUTIoNS Lee Rossano, CNCRochester Hills • 248-652-4160whysuffer.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 23.

Nutritional Counseling continued....

It is horrifying that we have to fight our own government to save

the environment.

~Ansel Adams


YOGA

[email protected]

www.SantoshaYogaMI.com

586-949-551548774 Gratiot Ave.

Chesterfield MI 48051(just south of 22 Mile Road)

Santosha (Sanskrit): Contentment, peace, gratitude

Now celebrating our 5th anniversary of

offering Yoga in our community!

See the calendar in this magazine for classes and special events.

Call us or visit our website.

JoDY TENJERAS, D.C., C.C.N. Lakes Area Family Chiropractic10635 Highland Road, White Lake248-698-8677 LakesAreaFamilyChiropractic.com

Illness is a sign something is out of balance. I use Nutrition Response Testing, diet & supplementation to determine how to restore the balance that leads to good health. Chiropractic & Laser Therapy also available..

oRGANIC LAWNCARE

A-1 oRGANIC LAWNS, L.L.C.Complete Natural Lawn ApplicationProducts & ProgramsPO Box 874, Highland248-889-7200 • A-1OrganicLawns.comWe believe in protecting and preserving your family and home environment with natural fertilizers that use the power of nature to beautify your property. See ad page 12.

oRGANIC MATTRESSES

DoWN To EARTH HoME Showroom by Appointment/Farm Hills 866-720-7222 DownToEarthHome.com

Sleep on a Green Dreams™

Organ ic and Natura l Mattress as part of your healthy lifestyle. No fire retardant chemicals, made in the U.S., try locally before you buy. Sizes crib through king.Organic

bedding and furniture also.

oxYGEN/HYPERBARICS

LoNGEvITY HEALTH INSTITUTEMadison Heights • 248-548-3060Rochester Hills • 248-459-1139LongevityHealthInstituteInc.comLewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach. HBOT (Hyperbaric O2),

We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV T h e r a p y : Vi t a m i n s , Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support.

NATURAL WELLNESS &PAIN RELIEF CENTERS8293 Office Park Dr. • Grand Blanc810-694-3576 • NWPRC.comComprehensive treatment options to maximize your results. Bio-identical hormones, IV nutritionals, HcG weight loss, manipulation under anesthesia, de-compression therapy, exercise with oxygen therapy, and cancer therapies. See ad page 19.

PHARMACY

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