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21 HOW TO REBOOT

YOUR EATING HABITS Small Shifts Can Drop Pounds by Judith Fertig

22 FACIAL FITNESS

Exercises For Your Face and Neck by Kathleen Barnes

24 AVOIDING BONE LOSS

Your Choices Make a Difference by Laura Kovalcik, D.O.

26 KEYING IN ON IODINE by Kathleen Barnes

28 CHRISTIE BRINKLEY:

SHARES HER SECRETS TO LASTING BEAUTY Why She Still Looks Terrific After 40 Years as a Model by Gerry Strauss

30 PICTURE YOUR FUTURE

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32 TIPS FOR THE BEST YARD SALE EVER

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34 UNITING GENERATIONS

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36 SPARK UP YOUR LOVE LIFE

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n honor of Mother's Day, May is the month we bring you information on women's health and wellness. So this month we have lots of valuable tips and information on health, beauty, inspiration and even an article on sparking up your love life. One article that we're particularly proud to provide is our interview with Christie Brinkley. Brinkley shares secrets on how she's been able to maintain lasting beauty, even after 40 years of being a model. To supplement that, don't miss the piece on Facial Fitness, in which we give you information on why things like "crow's feet, frown lines and turkey neck" occur, as well as exercises to help tone your face and neck. On the health side, you'll find information on choices you have for avoiding bone loss (osteoporosis), solutions for a sluggish thyroid and how iodine plays a part, and a couple of separate articles with tips on ways to eat more consciously. There's much more as well, including and article on how to help your stressedout pet. We hope you enjoy and benefit from everything in this month's issue. We would also like to point out the abundance of events in this month's Calendar of Events. There are many new local seminars, fairs and workshops taking place throughout the month. We encourage you to check them out. What better way to meet many of the talented professionals in our community who are sharing their professional information on how to live a healthy life? Related to that, we'd like to make sure we are able to support the many Farmer's Markets in our region. If you know of one near you, please drop us an email (use: publisher@NAeastMichigan.com) and let us know about them. Send us the location and contact information and we'll do our best to get them listed. These local markets help support farmers in our region and provide more options for consumers who want fresh and healthy food...produced locally. Finally, as we plan for our upcoming June issue, we want to share some of the main topics. We'll be covering habits for being happy, body building and yoga, natural hair loss prevention, recipes for quick and convenient homemade snacks and much more. If you know of local resources in these categories who might have contributions, please have them contact us directly. Thanks again for reading Natural Awakenings. Until next month, stay happy and healthy...naturally!

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newsbriefs Classes at Swartz Creek Organic Working Farm Free Plant Exchange Planned for June

estwind Farm of Swartz Creek provides a glimpse into traditional skills all-too-often lost in today's world. As an organic working farm focused on public education and ecology, this family enterprise offers classes in bread-baking, cheese-making, food preservation, organic gardening, wool-felting and much more. Through entertainment events, such as holiday teas, Dinner & Movie Night, Bird-Watching Mornings/Star-Gazing Nights and seasonal offerings, like Summer Camp for Kids, Westwind encourages learning in a new kind of social environment. During inclement weather, classes are held indoors, and special attention is given to encouraging the proliferation of species like the Monarch butterfly. Westwind's free Spring Plant Exchange, set for Saturday, June 4 from 12-3 p.m., provides opportunity for the public to share any excess of healthy plants while seeking new varieties and garden innovations. Pre-registration is recommended, and there will also be opportunity to brainstorm with owners Lee and Linda Purdy for any planting advice. Westwind Farm is located at 11487 Reid Rd. Swartz Creek. More information is available at facebook.com/TheWestwindFarmHouse. See ad page 23.

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rban Farming is greening up the globe for Mother's Day this year with its 11th annual giveaway of thousands of organic vegetable plants at its Pontiac location the Saturday before, May 7. Targeted recipients are individuals, families and community gardens, who will also each receive an additional gift as well as be entered into raffle drawings for prizes. The free, family-friendly event features refreshments, entertainment, healthy activities and gardening tips and begins at 11 a.m. at Wisner Field in Pontiac. Begun in 2005 with three gardens and a pamphlet by musician and Minnesota native Taja Sevelle, Urban Farming now maintains a global position. With almost 64,000 registered gardens to-date, Urban Farming spans 26 countries as part of the Urban Farming Global Food Chain速. Emphasis on healthy education and plentiful food continues as the focus year-long in numerous categories, such as Healthy Eating, Healthy Thinking, Healthy Finances, Healthy Communication, Healthy Families and Healthy Fitness. By empowering communities with sustainable commodities, Urban Farming utilizes unused land and spaces, and teaches people to foster them while benefiting with fresh, nutritious goods. Wisner Field is located at 441 Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Pontiac. For more information, visit UrbanFarming.org. natural awakenings

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he Yoga Garden (YG) recently opened in Beverly Hills, thanks to husband and wife Martin Kelln and Raina Nemeth and their staff of five. Establishing a comfortable studio with tenets of relaxation and strength, the YG "is for those who have never done yoga, those who have always done it – and everyone in between." “Yoga is for everyone,” said Nemeth. “And, you don't need to be flexible, spiritual, thin or eat a special diet.“ Instead, the YG attracts real people of all Raina Nemeth ages and backgrounds who deal with everyday life. It allows a non-judgmental atmosphere for intense workouts, deep stretching and pursuit of an emotional and healing experience. "It's all intended," says Nemeth, "to simply improve physical and mental health by allowing no distractions and the opportunity to unplug from daily pressures." Daily offerings include Hot Vinyasa, Blend and Slow-Burn classes, from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Teacher training, workshops and private individual or group sessions can also be scheduled, including effective means for cancer patients. The Yoga Garden is Located at 31815 Southfield Road, Suite 14, Beverly Hills. For more information, call 248-765-6508 or visit YogaGardenBirmingham.com.

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n Sunday, June 5, from 8 a.m. to noon, the Michigan Humane Society (MHS) invites everyone to attend the 28th annual Mutt March, presented by Sellers Bowman Subaru, and enjoy a scenic morning stroll of up to five miles on the grounds of the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. “The Mutt March plays a huge role in helping the tens of thousands of animals that MHS cares for every year,” says Matthew Pepper, MHS’ President and CEO. “We invite all animal lovers to enjoy this beautiful walk with their friends, family members and four-legged companions.” Individual walkers and teams can register, set up personalized web pages and collect donations online. Online registration is not required, but encouraged. Each walker who raises $200 – enough to change the life of an animal in need – will receive an official Mutt March T-shirt the day of the event at the check-in tent. Those who raise $1,200 will become part of the 2016 MHS Best Friends Club and receive a special Best Friends Club T-shirt, their choice of fundraising incentives and a tour of an MHS adoption center. The first 800 four-legged walkers will receive a free Mutt March bandana. Several course lengths are available and water stops will be provided. For those walking with their pet, please bring current vaccination records. Dogs must remain on a leash at all times. The Edsel & Eleanor Ford House is located at 1100 Lake Shore Road between 8 Mile (Vernier) and 9 Mile roads in Grosse Pointe Shores. For more information, call 248-283-5643, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To register now, visit MichiganHumane.org/muttmarch. www.NAeastMichigan.com

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s part of a six-year health campaign for Flint residents, edible flint is again offering garden-starter kits and services. With assistance spanning from soil-testing, tilling and compost delivery to new garden-hose attachments that filter lead and other contaminants, the kits create a 30'x50' vegetable garden. Included are 11 vegetables high in nutrients like iron, Vitamin C and iron that combat lead poisoning, 19 organic vegetable seeds, 11 transplants and an informational guide as well as discounted fees for a variety of services. Any new gardens originating through edible flint will be required to be tested for contamination, with up to 1500 sq. feet checked for only $5. The project expects to complete 250 tests this year and encourages all residents to do so, even if previously checked. Valued at $85 retail each, kits sell for only $15. Residents can also purchase 40-pound compost bags.

he 2016 Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting gave out awards recently to entries spanning across three continents. This year Pure Naturals Water Filtration, based in Richmond, was awarded 1st Place gold medal in the Purified Water category for its Bar H2O® Premium Purified Alkaline Water. The panel of judges tasted over 100 of the best waters from across the country and around the globe. Entries were divided into four different categories and tasted over a four day period. Similar to wine tasting, each water is evaluated in a blind taste test observing visual appearance, aroma, flavor, mouth-feel, aftertaste and taste quality. Bar H2O® was selected as the best water in-category. "Pure Naturals has entered this competition four straight years and Bar H2O® has placed every time, taking silver medals in 2014 and 2015," says, Jim LeGue, who, with Janet Savoyard, founded Pure Naturals and created Bar H2O® bottled water in 2011. "We're a State of Michigan certified, full-service water store; and now probably the only one to have ever achieved such accolades." Their award-winning premium purified alkaline water is available at the in-store Bar H2O® water bar or through their rapidly expanding delivery program. Pure Naturals is located at 67315 Main Street, Richmond. For more information, call 586-430-1726 or 888-855-(PURE) 7873. See ad page 51. www.NAeastMichigan.com

Myomassology Institute Scholarships Free Class Planned for Prospective Students

rene's Myomassology Institute is debuting a need-based scholarship program for its upcoming spring schedule. The institute teaches therapeutic massage, with lifetime job placement for all graduates, successfully staffing numerous metro-Detroit area facilities with alumni. The family-owned school was founded on Irene Simonen Gauthier's 50 years' massage expertise that originated with reflexology and herbs on her family's Finnish farm. Myomassology's holistic approach balances the mind, body and spirit for a well-rounded answer to ongoing or improved health. Irene's core curriculum stretches beyond mere Swedish massage; students learn anatomy and physiology, and choose from 40 different electives taught by long-experienced instructors. It is accredited with the nationally acclaimed ACCET, the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training, certified with the International Myomassethics Foundation and licensed by the State of Michigan, with associated financial aid available. Five scholarships are available and can be combined with qualified financial aid, potentially providing free tuition. Deadline to apply is early May so prompt attention is encouraged. A free massage class geared to pain alleviation is available on Friday, May 13th, from 7-9 p.m. for prospective students to assess the program, which specializes in flexible class times. Irene's prides itself on offering both day and evening classes designed to accommodate working people or those with busy families. Irenes Myomassology Institute is located at 26061 Franklin Road in Southfield. For more information, contact Adam Opoka at 248-3501400 or visit Irenes.edu. See ad page 35.

Orion 20th Annual Dragon Dash

rion Township will hold its 20th annual Dragon Dash 5K race on Sunday, May 15th for all levels of runners and walkers. The event begins and ends at the Orion Center, 1335 Joslyn Road in Lake Orion, providing awards to the top three participants in 13 age divisions. All are welcome, from beginners to competitive-level and from children to 70+ on a certified course along the Oakland County Polly Ann Trail, where contestants are computer-scored and chip-timed. The Dragon Dash is one of several statewide Pure Michigan FITness Series activities where contestants receive a FIT Point for every race or voluntary effort during the year. Points are then redeemed for speciallylabeled items from a water bottle to a hoodie and used for a trip to the Mackinac Bridge Tower. Registration may be done in advance or on the day of the race, when participants arrive at 7:30 a.m. for the 9:00 start time. For awards at 10 a.m., all winners must be present, with the race officially concluding at noon. For additional information, contact Jennifer Vezina at jvezina@oriontownship.org.

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Magnesium Improves Childbirth for Mother and Newborn

esearch presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists has found that magnesium reduces fevers during childbirth, as well as complications among newborns. The study followed 63,000 deliveries from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, in Chicago, between 2007 and 2014. Of these, 6,163 women developed fevers of at least 100.4° F during labor. Of the women that developed fevers, 2,190 received magnesium sulfate intravenously during their labor. Rates of fever at maternity dropped by half, to 4.3 percent, in women that received the magnesium, versus 9.9 percent in those that did not. The rate of newborn complications was also significantly lower among women given magnesium. The study, led by Dr. Elizabeth Lange, an attending physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, is the first of its kind to investigate the effect of magnesium on childbirth. “By reducing the incidence of maternal fever, magnesium sulfate therapy may also reduce the incidence of complications in newborns,” says Lange.

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Glyphosate Found In Cotton Hygiene Items

recent study by researchers at the University of La Plata, in Argentina, has found that most of the cotton hygiene products on the market contain the chemical glyphosate, widely used in agriculture as an herbicide. According to a recent World Health Organization statement, glyphosate is a probable carcinogen to humans. The researchers purchased samples of cotton gauze, swabs, wipes and feminine care products including tampons and sanitary pads from stores in the La Plata area. Dr. Damian Marino, the study’s lead researcher, recounts the results: “Eighty-five percent of all samples tested positive for glyphosate and 62 percent for aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), which is the environmental metabolite, but in the case of cotton and sterile cotton gauze, the figure was 100 percent.” Marino adds, “In terms of concentrations, we saw that in raw cotton, AMPA dominates, with 39 parts per billion (PPB), followed by 13 PPB of glyphosate. While AMPA is absent in the gauze, the material contained glyphosate at 17 PPB.” The research was presented at the 2015 national Congress of Doctors of Fumigated Towns, in Buenos Aires.

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ntidepressant drug use is on the rise, particularly among women. A report released by Medco Health Solutions analyzed prescription claims data from 2.5 million Americans between 2001 and 2010 and found that 25 percent of women take drugs for a mental health condition. Despite a mainstream medicine notion that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, medications known by familiar names such as Zoloft and Prozac meant to counter symptoms of such an imbalance may instead be causing a host of known harmful side effects. “In six decades, not a single study has proven that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance,” asserts Dr. Kelly Brogan, an integrative physician, women’s health advocate and pioneer in holistic psychiatry. A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in 2014 reviewed 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) in adults with symptoms of depression. The researchers from Aarhus University, in Denmark, found that treating inflammation in patients helped decrease their symptoms. Brogan asserts that this approach is the best way to treat depression in women, advocating the use of a holistic antiinflammation strategy instead of NSAIDs or antidepressants. “A more effective, drug-free approach is to recruit basic lifestyle changes that kick-start the body’s self-healing mechanisms, helping to curtail the symptoms of depression,” she claims. Her suggestions include dietary modification; simple breathing and meditation techniques; minimizing exposure to biology-disrupting toxins that include common over-thecounter drugs; sufficient sleep and exercise. “Medical literature has emphasized the role of inflammation in mental illness for more than 20 years, so if you think a chemical pill can save, cure or correct you, think again,” says Brogan. “Covering over symptoms is a missed opportunity to resolve the root cause of the problem.” For more information, visit KellyBroganMD.com.

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12-week study of 60 menopausal women in Denmark has found that red clover halted bone loss and bone mineral density reduction. The randomized, doubleblind, placebo-controlled research, sponsored by the Aarhus University Medical School and Hospital, tested the women over a three-month period. Half were treated with 150 milliliters of red clover extract daily and the others were given a placebo. The red clover plant extract was standardized to 37 milligrams of isoflavones, including 34 milligrams of aglycones. The scientists measured changes in bone mineral density, bone mineral content and T-score, measured at the spine and femoral bone. They also monitored bone turnover markers. By the end of the study, the women in the placebo group had continued to lose bone mass and bone mineral density. Those given the red clover extract showed no such reductions during the study period. In addition, the red clover group experienced no increase in inflammation or blood pressure.

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study of 9,050 people by researchers at Britain’s University College of London (UCL), Princeton University and Stony Brook University has determined that a sense of purpose and meaning in the lives of older individuals can significantly reduce the risk of earlier mortality. The researchers called this greater sense of purpose “evaluative well-being”. The study followed subjects that averaged 65 years old at the start for eight-and-a-half years. During that period, 9 percent of those with the highest levels of wellbeing died. Among those with the lowest levels of well-being, 29 percent passed away during the same period. The study was led by Professor Andrew Steptoe, director of the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, who explains, “These analyses show that the meaningfulness and sense of purpose that older people have in their lives are also related to survival.” The mechanisms for this effect are still largely unknown. “There are several biological mechanisms that may link well-being to improved health, such as through hormonal changes or reduced blood pressure,” he says.

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ccording to a recent report in the journal Interventional Neuroradiology, dental practice and research in Europe has determined that ozone therapy can be used to slow the growth of tooth and gum infections. Clinicians are also finding that targeted exposure to ozonated water, gas and oils helps to manage viral and fungal infections, including oral herpes infections. Approximately a quarter of lesions treated with ozone do not reappear. These treatments have also been used successfully on sinus infections and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Using ozone offers advantages over the use of antibiotics, which contribute to antibiotic resistance, according to the report. In addition, ozone gas has been shown effective in eliminating Enterococcus faecalis, one of the central bacteria involved in root canal infections, which can become increasingly resistant to the central antimicrobial treatment used in root canal therapy, sodium hypochlorite, and can thus decrease the risk of continued infection. “Additionally, the bone at the end of the roots is often shown to harbor pathogenic bacteria for many years after traditional root canal therapy has been completed. Ozone can eliminate those bacteria that infest this region and remove toxic waste products that effectively prevent complete healing of the osseous structures,” writes study author and Doctor of Dental Medicine William Domb, director of the Inland Institute of Aesthetic Dentistry, in Upland, California.

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A Chew Crew Gobbles Up Invasive Species The Historic Congressional Cemetery, permanent resting place of J. Edgar Hoover, John Philip Sousa and 68,000 others, is threatened by invasive species such as poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, kudzu and English ivy. “They are plants not native to Washington, D.C.,” says Paul Williams, president of the cemetery. “They climb and kill our trees, which then fall onto the cemetery, damaging our headstones.” Instead of using harmful herbicides that could become runoff into the nearby Anacostia River, managers have enlisted a herd of 30 goats to combat the problem. The arrangement lets the native plants grow to support pollinating insects. The University of Georgia’s Chew Crew, comprising 40 goats, is likewise tasked with getting rid of invasive species growing around urban streams on its campus, another example of the elegant, low-tech solution. Maintaining steep inclines and other hardto-reach areas can be expensive when using toxic herbicides and physical labor. After seeing the success of the Chew Crew, Clemson University is now also using goats to naturally recover some of the more overgrown areas of its campus. Source: CNN

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Feminists Redefine Senior Housing Fifteen years in the making, the Babayagas’ House—a feminist alternative to a retirement home—has opened in Paris. This self-managed social housing project is run by its community of inspired female senior citizens that want to maintain their independence. “To live long is a good thing, but to age well is better,” says 85-year-old Thérèse Clerc, who initially conceived the project as a means of combating the idea that growing old is an illness and that retirement homes are a kind of prison. “We want to change the way people see old age, and that means learning to live differently,” she says. The five-story building houses 25 apartments located at the center of Montreuil, just blocks away from shops, a movie theater and the metro. The project cost just under $4.4 million and was funded by eight public sources, including the city council. Two similar projects are now underway in Palaiseau and Bagneux. Source: Bust.com

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Eco-Style the Momentous Event It’s summer wedding planning season, and couples can save money and conserve natural resources by planning a simpler, more ecological event. Instead of hosting the reception at a pricey hotel or restaurant, consider moving the ceremony and reception to a serene location like a beach, park or nature center. Local park and recreation departments may collaborate on making arrangements at public facilities, and nominal fees help support their ongoing operations. A natural setting at an eco-conscious hotel is equally well suited to serving healthy, organic food from a local or on-site health food restaurant, caterer or specialty grocer. Here are some more tips. Purchase organic flowers to avoid pesticides and artificial fragrances often containing toxic chemicals. Buying from

local growers cuts transportation costs. Choose a wedding gown made of organic and sustainable fibers. Chasing Green.org points out that organic farming reduces atmospheric carbon dioxide by using 37 percent fewer fossil fuels than conventional methods. While releasing butterflies or doves may constitute a symbol of love, it can be fatal, especially for the birds, which possess no survival skills in the wild. Also, tossing birdseed over the happy couple, for a time viewed as an improvement on throwing rice, is just as wasteful and messy. Instead, greet the newly hitched lovers by blowing bubbles—it’s inexpensive, childhood fun that won’t harm clothes, animals or the environment. Guests can recycle the wands and bottles, which are available in small sizes for weddings. Show care for other animals by abstaining from balloons. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service notes that balloons that end up in nearby waters or landfills can be mistaken for food and cause stomach blockages for whales, dolphins, turtles and birds. Rather than pay big bucks for a band that consumes electricity, go with one or two local, unplugged musicians such as an acoustic guitar player and flutist. Guests will relish hearing moving, personal renditions of love songs instead of clichéd tunes.

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ur food habits are often just that—mindless, repetitious eating behaviors. Some serve us well; others, not so much. Natural Awakenings asked experts to serve up many doable small changes that can add up to big shifts. According to Brian Wansink, Ph.D., the John S. Dyson professor of marketing at Cornell University and author of Mindless Eating, changing just one lifestyle habit can eliminate two or more pounds each week. By changing up to three habits, we may lose more weight. At a minimum, we will likely improve the quality of the food we eat overall.

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Wansink advises that having the only food on our kitchen counter be fruit encourages healthy snacking. At work, he suggests lunching away from our desk to discourage mindless eating. At restaurants, order half-size entrees, and then add a maximum of two items, such as soup and bread, salad and side dish or an appetizer and dessert. He recommends using a food shopping strategy to fill the cart with better food. With hunger sated first, chew on a natural gum while shopping; it discourages buying junk food. Secondly, habitually fill the front of the cart with produce. “We eat what we see,” he says.

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Consider starting the day with a new coffee habit. Dave Asprey, of Los Angeles, author of The Bulletproof Diet, uses organic coffee, brews with filtered water and blends the hot coffee with a pat of unsalted, grass-fed butter, a fat high in vitamins and omega-3 essential fatty acids, and a small spoonful of a coconut oil that doesn’t congeal at room temperature. Unlike a drive-through latte with sugar and carbohydrates, he maintains that this type of coffee, “makes you feel energized, focused and full for hours.” Asprey takes a biohacker’s approach to natural biology-based ways to maximize physical and mental performance. New York City writer Chris Gayomali tried Asprey’s recipe for two weeks. Although it didn’t curb his appetite, he says he felt more alert and “ready for life.” Upgrading the foods we love is also possible, says David Wann, of Golden, Colorado, author of Simple Prosperity. “Too often, we economize on food when we should be buying the best quality, freshest organic food we can,” he says. Rebecca Miller, who lives near Kansas City, Missouri, took Wann’s advice and cut costs in other ways instead. To her delight, she found that the fresher, better-tasting food prompted her to eat less, but eat better. “I lost seven

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Doing too much for other people and not enough for ourselves can make our internal voice whisper, “I need comfort,” a thought that can generate overeating. In The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great, Anderson suggests we ask ourselves what other triggers are prompting poor food habits. Upon reflection, we can prioritize emotional and physical health with planned, smaller, varied, healthy, delicious meals; it’s a habit that works for her. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., a psychologist in Lake Forest, Illinois, and bestselling author of Better Than Perfect, assures, “If we fall off the healthy eating wagon, it’s not failure, it’s data.” She believes reaching for the chocolate chip cookies in the vending machine after a stressful morning should be viewed from a scientific standpoint, not via our inner finger-pointing judge. “What are the factors that influenced our decision: stress, hunger or a desire for distraction? That’s great information,” says Lombardo. She proposes that we can then prepare to counter a future snack attack with handy healthy bites, a mindfulness break, a quick walk outside or other naturally healthful stress-relievers. Changing our food habits, one at a time, can help us live better going forward. Judith Fertig is the author of awardwinning cookbooks and blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS. 22

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ravity takes its toll as years pass, and many women find themselves bemoaning crow’s feet, frown lines and turkey necks that make them look older than they feel. Experts point to the loss of “fat pads” in the cheeks, bone loss around the eye sockets and cheekbones and overall weak muscles as potential contributors to facial aging. Natural exercise programs designed to reverse these unpleasant signs of aging comprise a new fitnessfor-beauty trend. “Face and neck muscles somehow have been left out of mainstream fitness programs,” observes Denver esthetician and massage therapist Grace Mosgeller, who addresses this void with her series of eight FaceFitnez audio and video exercises. “If you tone the muscles of your face and neck, the skin attached to those muscles firms and tones as well, creating a natural youthful look.” Muscular stress—the good kind—is at the core of facial fitness, says Mosgeller. She cite’s Wolff’s Law, a wellknown medical theory that bone grows and remodels in response to the tension or muscle engagement put on it. “Regular facial exercise works the muscles to correct the loss of both muscle tone and bone density and build collagen. It might be called the equivalent of push-

ups, pull-ups and abdominal tucks for the face.” Carolyn Cleaves, owner of Carolyn’s Facial Fitness, in Seabeck, Washington, near Seattle, a former college professor, developed a facial exercise program for herself upon detecting early signs of aging. With the help of two primary care physicians, she designed a routine that includes 28 basic exercises that target all 57 facial muscles. “As we get older, we lose the underlying layer of fat just beneath the skin, and as a result, we look old and tired,” says Cleaves. She agrees that exercising the face actually helps rebuild lost bone, enlarges the muscles and also builds collagen. A study from the University of Rochester, in New York, confirms that loss of bone mass can start in women as early as age 40. It starts in men 16 to 25 years later. Mosgeller’s facial exercises work to fade wrinkles and lines and firm up sagging flesh, yielding visible results in as little as two weeks of dedicated training. She says, “Within six to nine months, it’s possible to look five to 10 years younger than when you started.” Her claims are verified by Dr. Carol Lipper, in Denver, who states, “I’ve done the exercises and they work. The trouble is compliance. It’s a lot of

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work.” She confirms that she saw improvement in her droopy eyelids after just two or three weeks of adhering to Mosgeller’s workouts. “It seems that every three months or so, I see another leap in results and a younger look,” adds Cleaves of those using her program. Here are a few crucial areas to target, with just a few of these experts’ recommended remedies. Cleaves’ Crow’s Feet Eliminator: Place fingertips on top of the head, thumbs resting near the corners of the eyes. Shut eyes tightly and slide thumbs toward the temples for a count of five. Repeat 10 times. Mosgeller’s Rx for Droopy Eyelids: Place index finger on top of a closed eyelid, and then lift fingers up and slightly to the outside. Blink hard and hold. It’s preventive, as well as curative, says Mosgeller, so those over 45 should repeat this 100 times a day, while younger individuals should repeat 20 to 50 times a day. Mosgeller’s Frown Line Eraser: Pull brows apart with fingers and hold for two seconds. Repeat 50 to 100 times up to six times per week. This is meant to relax and tone the muscles, not build them. Cleaves’ Turkey Neck Buster: Tilt the head back slightly. With palm facing the neck, grasp under the chin with a wide-open hand and slowly slide hand down to the collarbone; hold there while counting to 10. Repeat five times daily.

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t’s difficult to think about a health condition that you won’t feel or see until much later in your life, but osteoporosis (bone loss) is a condition that can seriously affect one-fifth of women in the US, and some men. The first stage of bone loss is called osteopenia where the bone has started to lose density. This accelerates after menopause and if not supported, then progresses to osteoporosis. Whether a person develops osteoporosis or not depends upon heredity, hormones, nutrition and lifestyle. Bone loss typically begins in the spine, and later occurs in the hip, wrist, and long bones of the arms and legs. Osteoporotic changes occur in the spinal vertebrae and can cause the vertebrae to flatten, leading to loss of height, low back pain and an exaggerated curvature in the upper back, called Dowager’s hump. Fractures are a serious side effect of osteoporosis. Long term complications associated with bone fractures, especially hip bones, include potential reduction in the ability to walk well and increased pain, long healing time often requiring assistance, infections, incomplete

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healing which may require surgery, and blood clots which may cause death if not detected. Many times physicians will prescribe (the heavily advertised) bisphosphonates which can be taken orally or by injection. Although these medications may help prevent bone fractures, they do have some serious side-effects as noted in the Monthly Prescribing Reference including: abdominal pain, acid regurgitation, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, nausea, musculoskeletal pain, (may be severe), headache, esophagitis, esophageal ulcer, stricture, or erosion, melena – the most serious, jaw osteonecrosis, atypical femur fractures. Of concern to many is the length of time someone should take these medications. Often they continue for many years. A few years ago the FDA suggested a “drug holiday” for bisphosphonates – meaning that they should be stopped after a period of time and the individual’s bone health reassessed. Much emphasis has been placed on taking supplementation with calcium and vitamin D, but creating healthy bone cells requires several vitamins and

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minerals – not just calcium; and some of these minerals positive benefits are affected by food or other minerals. It is a complex dance between diet, supplements, and chemical reactions in the body, as well as your lifestyle. If you are looking for guidance on eating well for bone health, a new App is available from the National Osteoporosis Foun-

dation, Food4Bones, that provides food values, personalization and tracking. The link is: https://foodcare.com/nof/ signin.

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So what can we do to prevent osteoporosis?

Here are some Dos and Dont's to help you keep the bone you’ve got and improve the odds that you won’t lose more.

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Increase weight bearing activities. Walking, stair climbing, gardening, leg lifts, squats, etc. all help. Of course, the gym provides many more opportunities with weights and equipment.

Take acid reduction medication. This reduction of stomach acid results in less mineral absorption.

Eat a well-balanced diet containing lots of fruits, vegetables and dairy. Try to get your calcium from food which is more easily used by the body. If you must take a supplement, calcium citrate or malate is better absorbed. Take it with meals in smaller amounts versus one large dose per day

Eat too many high phosphorus foods like processed convenience foods, cold cuts, fast food and pop.

Ensure that you have adequate amounts of the following vitamins and minerals in your diet: Magnesium, Boron, Copper, Folate and B12, Manganese, Silicon, Strontium, Pyridoxine (B6), Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Zinc.

Get Stressed! Stress affects your body by creating an acidic environment but also changes your hormonal balance which can result in poor bone metabolism.

Ask your physician about testing other than Bone Density (DEXA) to check for the amount of bone loss and to monitor progress such as: • Urine Bone Loss test • Vitamin D Levels • Homocysteine levels • Genetic Risk Factors for Osteoporosis • Hormones: Estrogens, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA

Eat a lot of salt and/or sugar, which increases acidity in the body. This definitely contributes to bone loss over time.

Take bioidentical hormones to provide a natural source of estrogen and progesterone. Estrogen helps keep bone minerals in the bones. Progesterone helps cells that build bone stay more active.

Drink coffee and pop on an empty stomach as it creates acidity which pulls minerals from bone to balance the acidity. Too much coffee and tea also negatively affect calcium absorption.

Eat whole grains with every meal as they contain phytates which bind calcium and remove it from the body.

• Osteo Mins • Pro Bono • Citramin II Remember, your daily choices will help you maintain good bone health and avoid the unpleasant side effects of osteoporosis. Find a physician to work with and learn more about what you can do to prevent or treat osteoporosis. Laura Kovalcik, DO, Board-Certified in Internal Medicine, is the physician owner of The Downing Clinic, an Integrative Internal Medicine practice. The clinic is located at 5715 Bella Rose Blvd, Suite 100 in Clarkston, MI. For more information, call 248-625-6677 or visit TheDowningClinic.com or Facebook.com/thedowningclinic or Twitter.com/downingclinic. See ad page 23.

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Solutions for a Sluggish Thyroid Keying in on Iodine by Kathleen Barnes

t seems that a common mineral supplement that costs just pennies per day can stimulate an underactive thyroid, restore metabolism to normal levels, curb excess appetite, banish fatigue and generally improve everyone’s health. Mounting scientific evidence shows that iodine may be an answer to many such health woes, especially for women. “The thyroid acts as a throttle, the gas pedal for all metabolic functions in the human body,” says Dr. Richard Shames, of San Rafael, California, author of Thyroid Mind Power. If the thyroid is a driving force of human physiology, then iodine is its key fuel, says Dr. Robert Thompson, of Soldotna, Alaska, author of What Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid. “Every single cell in your body depends on thyroid hormone, and the thyroid depends on iodine for proper functioning.” “Without sufficient thyroid hormone, we have low energy, slower metabolism, lower immunity to illness and impaired repair and maintenance of bones and joints,” explains Shames. After testing thousands of patients in his practice, Thompson estimates that 90 percent of North Americans are iodine deficient, citing what he calls 26

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“epidemic proportions” of hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) with symptoms comprising obesity, fatigue, brain fog, irregular or absent menstrual periods, hair loss and heat and cold intolerance.

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Estrogen: Hypothyroidism is overwhelmingly a women’s disease, with women five to eight times more likely to suffer from it than men, according to the American Thyroid Association. “Estrogen inhibits the body’s natural ability to absorb and utilize iodine,” says Dr. Jorge Flechas, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, who specializes in thyroid disorders. “We find three periods in life when women need more iodine: at puberty and during both pregnancy and perimenopause or menopause. It’s because estrogen levels tend to fluctuate wildly at those times, neutralizing the ability of iodine gained through select foods to balance thyroid and other hormones.” Flechas prescribes iodine supplements for most women at all three stages of life. Toxic halogens: Iodine belongs to a group of halogens that includes chlorine, bromine and fluorine, three chemicals that are both toxic to the human body and block its ability

to absorb iodine, explains Thompson. “They’re everywhere, in our air, water and food. It’s nearly impossible to avoid them,” reports Shames, a longtime advocate in the movement against the common practice of adding fluoride (a derivative of fluorine) and chlorine to municipal water. Fluoride is also added to many brands of toothpaste. Bromide is part of almost all commercial flour and flour products, as well as soft drinks. Shames offers an historic insight. “Fluoride was once used to slow down an overactive thyroid, as recommended by the physicians’ bible, the Merck Manuals. Now we’re putting it in the water supply and wondering why we have a mushrooming epidemic of low thyroid incidence.” Food: “So-called ‘iodized’ salt doesn’t contain much usable iodine, and neither does pink Himalyan sea salt,” Shames cautions. We’ve known that our soil is deficient in essential minerals such as iodine since at least 1936, when a special U.S. Senate report concluded that our soil was already severely depleted. “This simply means that when we grow produce, the plants cannot extract these vital nutrients from the soil for us—including iodine—if those nutrients aren’t there in the first place,” says Thompson. If anything, he adds, U.S. soils have become even more sterile in the 80 years since the report and, “Factory farming and the use of genetically modified (GMO) crops, Roundup herbicide and synthetic chemical fertilizers have undoubtedly worsened the situation.”

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It’s difficult to include sufficient natural iodine in our daily diet unless we follow a Japanese-style diet that includes lots of seaweed and saltwater fish, says Shames. Other food sources are shellfish, turkey, cheese, yogurt, milk, eggs, legumes, cranberries and strawberries. There is little agreement about the optimal levels of iodine people need. The U.S. Department of Agriculture maintains that we need 150 micrograms a day, but iodine advocates are quick to point out that a person eating a typical Japanese diet (where hypothyroidism, or low thyroid activity, is rare)

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ingests 12.5 milligrams of iodine each day—83 times the amount recommended by the government. Shames recommends getting an iodine lab test (available without a prescription at CanaryClub.org) to determine exact needs. Thompson recommends potassium iodide and sodium iodide supplements for thyroid health. Kathleen Barnes is author of numerous natural health books, including User’s Guide to Thyroid Disorders.

Diagnosed with Hypothyroidism? Now what? by Doug Cutler, N.D.

t is estimated that 27 million Americans have some form of thyroid condition, and about 13 million of them are undiagnosed. One reason for this oversight is that many in the medical community cannot agree on what the normal reference range is for certain thyroid lab markers and the typical “normal” ranges for these markers do not always reflect the “optimal” ranges for patients. If your doctor has explained that the lab results for your thyroid are “normal,” yet you have all the symptoms related to an underactive thyroid, then it might be beneficial to get a second opinion and find a doctor who treats the patient as a whole, not just the lab values. This scenario is common as cases of hypothyroidism and auto-immune conditions continue to increase. Medication is sometimes needed to support and raise thyroid hormone levels. For example, natural desiccated thyroid, in products such as WP Thyroid® from RLC Labs, could be a start/ option for some patients. It is also important to have an ultrasound of your thyroid, if you have received a diagnosis, and have thyroid lab markers monitored as you begin or

change to new medication. Supplementing with just iodine may not be a long-term solution for thyroid health, especially with the most common thyroid disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (also known as autoimmune or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis). Too much iodine can actually increase certain symptoms in patients with Hashimoto’s, the most common thyroid disease. Simply correct the iodine deficiency; there is no need for extreme dosages. To ultimately regain optimal

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by Norman Mailer. I happened to open to a page with a highly graphic description of Midwest slaughterhouses. What I read turned my stomach because I loved animals and wanted no part in this inhumane system. I swore at that moment I would never eat another piece of meat and have not done so since. For the past 49 years I have enjoyed the resulting good karma in the form of healthful benefits from avoiding the antibiotics, growth hormones and fats associated with a carnivorous diet.

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ach American discards an average of 4.4 pounds of personal garbage a day according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Half of what we toss can be recycled. A yard sale can both clear out the clutter and keep reusable items in circulation.

Assemble Merchandise

In assembling merchandise from all around the house, make it a family affair, with everyone contributing things to consider together. Before putting any item in the “keep” pile, ask: How long have I lived with this? How often did I need it? How often

will I use it now and in the future? Check with neighbors and friends to see if they want to join in a multifamily sale likely to draw more potential buyers.

Advertise

Getting the word out is essential. Place a yard sale listing in a local newspaper, either for free or a small fee. Free online posting is available at Craigslist.org and GarageSaleHunter.com. Also, post flyers (on recycled paper) seven to 10 days before the sale along busy streets in the community. On the event day, make sure that

large, bright signs in the neighborhood lead buyers to the sale. Reuse cardboard from old boxes to save money and recycle signs and flyers afterwards. Cindy Skrzynecki, of Minneapolis, who has monitored the phenomenon, notes, “Shoppers tend to equate the size of a sign with the size of a sale, so a few large, well-placed signs may draw more people to you than several smaller signs.” Skrzynecki says that holiday weekends or weekends that coincide with popular local events are excellent because, “You’ll provide a fun activity for people that stay in town.”

Set Up

How items are displayed is important. Here’s how to make old stuff as attractive as possible to buyers. The cleaner the better. Make sure all items are presentable. Make items visible. Arrange a display that’s catchy and organized. Use tabletops and bookcases; even improvised surfaces can work, such as plywood atop buckets. Show clothing effectively. Hangers are better than folded piles that get messy. Does this thing work? Have an extension cord handy so people can test electrical devices, and provide a measuring tape for furniture and other large items. Have batteries on hand for testing items like flashlights or electronic games. Label things that don’t work and price accordingly for those that know how to fix things or strip parts. Ensure the price is right. All items should be clearly priced via a small sticker; buyers quickly tire of asking and sellers may not recall earlier answers.

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For multiple sellers, use a different colored sticker for each, remove the stickers as items sell, and use the totals from the stickers to divide profits at day’s end. Use creative labeling. Provide buyers with uses for odd items. Sunny Wicka, author of Garage Sale Shopper, says, “Sales can be made solely by suggesting a novel use.” Also spark the shopper’s imagination by combining art supplies—like old magazines, papers, markers, paints and knickknacks—on a table labeled “Great for Art!” or group household items, crates and blankets labeled “Going Away to College?” Prepare for early birds. Yard sale pros arrive early to scour sales for the best deals. Be prepared to bargain or else make it clear that prices are fixed via a few friendly signs. After the initial rush, consider accepting bargain offers. During the final hour, consider cutting prices in half.

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Summer and early fall are good times for yard sales. Make it exceptional, a place where people will have fun and want to hang around (more browsing time often means more purchases).

Play upbeat music, set up a children’s play area and maybe a kids’ lemonade stand as cool drinks help keep shoppers refreshed and cheerful. Consider sharing the fruits of family hobbies such as homemade items, plant cuttings or herbs in hand-painted clay pots and cut flowers. Shoppers appreciate such personal touches.

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Arrange a charity donation pick-up beforehand to truck away leftover items. The Salvation Army and Vietnam Veterans of America regularly move still useful items into welcoming homes. For those that enjoy throwing yard sales, consider organizing charity yard sales in the community. Engage a local place of worship, neighborhood association or school to help people recycle their old stuff while also raising funds for worthy causes. Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist is a frequent contributor to Green American magazine (GreenAmerica.org), from which this was adapted. For more tips, visit YardSaleQueen.com/yardsale.htm.

Where to Unload the Unsold Electronics Industries Alliance Environment Consumer Education Initiative—Many organizations will refurbish and donate used electronics to charities and nonprofits that can use them. Those that recycle ancient or broken equipment can be found at ECyclingCentral.com. Goodwill Industries—Check the yellow pages or Goodwill.org to find a nearby donation site and store; 85 percent of profits support employment services. The Salvation Army—Visit SalvationArmyUSA.org to find the organization’s nearest donation site (by zip code) or schedule a pickup (click Ways You Can Help); 100 percent of profits from sales fund its service programs. Vietnam Veterans of America—Pickups usually can be scheduled the same week; accepts a full range of household items for use by veterans’ families (PickUpPlease.org).

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Seniors, Teens and Tykes Enriching Programs Unite the Generations by Linda Sechrist

n intergenerational programs throughout the U.S. and in Europe, thousands of “youngers” and “elders” are building bridges that were forged naturally before family members spread out and many retirees departed for warmer climes. Based on a U.S. adult population of 41 million people 65 years and older and 74 million youths up to the age of 17, the current generation gap is already unprecedented. By 2030, those numbers will increase to 72 million and 80 million, respectively, according to the international nonprofit Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation. Along with Generation Waking Up, Wiser Together and others, it’s working to foster better social cohesion in ways that help individuals of all ages lead richer and more rewarding lives.

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Providing nurturing opportunities for individuals to look at life through the eyes of others with dissimilar experiences that have led them to different assumptions and perspectives on life can be helpful. Broadening everyone’s relationship scope to include “May-December” friendships creates the potential for the kind of life-changing possibilities experienced by a troubled young man named Harold when he struck up a surprising friendship with a life-loving woman as old as his grandmother in the film Harold and Maude. In real life, “I had the blessing of growing up in an intergenerational family,” says Yvette McGlasson, director of port revenue for the PPI Group, in Pompano, Florida. The 17-year veteran of the cruise industry is a former Holland America cruise director whose career at sea launched her into work as a director of events for age-restricted (55-plus) gated communities such as Del Webb Lake Providence, near Nashville. www.NAeastMichigan.com

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SPARK UP YOUR LOVE LIFE Natural Ways to Boost Libido

by Lisa Marshall

nderlying health issues aside, a hectic schedule packed with work deadlines, kids’ sporting events and household chores can leave little time for intimacy. Letting that pattern go on too long can become a problem. “There’s a use-it-or-lose-it phenomenon that occurs,” says Dr. Anita Clayton, a University of Virginia psychiatry professor, neurologist and author of Satisfaction: Women, Sex, and the Quest for Intimacy. Despite what hyper-seductive female media stereotypes

suggest we believe, in the real world, 39 percent of women feel they lack sex drive, and nearly half experience some kind of sexual dissatisfaction, according to a survey of 32,000 women published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. About one in eight women are significantly distressed about it. “The truth is, many of us don’t have great sex lives,” confirms Clayton. Sprout Pharmaceuticals introduced Addyi, aka filbanserin, last fall; the first prescription drug to address low libido in women. Some heralded the controversial medication as “the little pink pill,” seeing it as the female version of males’ blue Viagra pill, which a half-million men purchased in its first month on the market in 1998. Yet several months after its launch, only about 1,000 women had tried Addyi and many doctors declined to prescribe it, due to its lack of widespread efficacy and possible adverse side effects, including low blood pressure and fainting when combined with alcohol. “This is a complex problem that requires a complex solution,” says Honolulu-based naturopathic physician Laurie Steelsmith, author of Great Sex Naturally: Every Woman’s Guide to Enhancing Her Sexuality Through the Secrets of Natural Medicine. “For most women, drugs are not the answer.” She notes that for men, boosting libido is largely a matter of boosting circulation and blood flow to the penis. But for women, desire for lovemaking stems from an interplay of emotional, interpersonal, hormonal and anatomical drivers that make lack of desire harder to “treat”. The truth is that many simple, effective, non-drug approaches exist. As Boulder, Colorado, marriage therapist Michele Weiner Davis puts it, “There’s no reason why a woman wanting a more robust sex life cannot have one.”

Overall Health Check

The number one culprit for low libido in women is subpar physical health, says Steelsmith. “To be capable of fully enjoying pleasure, you need a healthy body.” Carrying excess weight can both erode self-esteem and lead to reductions in a woman’s natural circulating testosterone, a critical hormone that helps ignite pleasure circuits in the female brain and increase sensitivity in the clitoris. Being underweight can result in fatigue and low sexual energy, diminished production of excitatory brain chemicals and low levels of estrogen, key for keeping a woman moist. Meanwhile, Steelsmith explains, excess stress can prompt the body to “steal” from libido-boosting hormones like progesterone in order to make more of the stress-hormone cortisol. High blood sugar can drive down testosterone, while high cholesterol can clog pelvic blood vessels, dulling sensation. Depression, diabetes and thyroid disorders are other major libido killers, says Clayton. “If you treat them effectively, you may see big improvements.” Women seeking to improve their sexual health should first try to achieve a healthy weight via diet and exercise, Steelsmith says. She recommends an organic diet rich in complex carbohydrates (which keep blood sugar balanced), lean protein (a precursor to desire-related neurotransmitters) and good fats (which help keep vulval 36

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oil, goldenseal, or probiotic douches or suppositories, available online and at health food stores. Kegel exercises are a famous aid, involving clamping down as if interrupting urine flow, before releasing and repeating. This not only help fends off urinary incontinence and infection, it also strengthens and firms pelvic muscles, rendering enhanced enjoyment for both partners.

Make Time for Intimacy

Research has shown that over time, frequent lovemaking actually causes structural changes in certain areas of

the brain as new connections form and sex-related regions grow stronger. Stop, and those areas atrophy, making physical intimacy feel awkward once it’s resurrected. A sexless relationship can also be emotionally devastating for the person, often the male, that wants more contact, says Weiner Davis, author of The Sex-Starved Marriage: Boosting Your Marriage Libido. “For the spouse yearning for touch, it is a huge deal,” she says. “It’s about feeling wanted, attractive and loved.” In her practice, she often sees couples that are mismatched in how they wish to demonstrate and receive love. Often, the woman wants to feel close emotionally before she can feel close physically. For the man, physical intimacy is a conduit for opening up emotionally. When both keep waiting to get what they want, the relationship suffers. She counsels couples to deliberately make time to address both partners’ needs. Schedule a long walk or intimate dinner to talk over feelings; also schedule sex. “Some people say, ‘Oh, but that’s not spontaneous enough,’” says Weiner Davis. “But even if you put it on the calendar, what you do with that time

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can still be spontaneous and playful.” While most women assume that they need to be in the mood first, research by University of British Columbia Psychiatrist Rosemary Basson suggests that in some women, desire only comes after physical arousal, especially by a loving partner that takes the time to meet her needs. “I wish I had a dollar for each time someone said to me, ‘I’m not in the mood, but once I get into it, I surprise myself, because I have a really good time,’” says Weiner Davis. She’s not advising women to make love when they really don’t want to, but rather to be open to it even when the circumstances aren’t ideal. “A lot of women feel like the house has to be clean, with the kids asleep and free of distracting noises,” she says. “Sometimes, just do it.”

Is Sex Essential?

Clayton points out that while 42 percent of women experience either low sex drive or satisfaction, fewer than 12 percent are really bothered by it. “Some women experience great grief and loss about this. They say, ‘It used to be a part of my life and now it’s gone.’” For some in this subset that are unable to find relief via lifestyle changes, she would recommend Addyi, said to boost desire by changing brain chemicals. On the other hand, many women don’t need to take any action at all. “If someone has low sex drive and it doesn’t matter to them or their partner, it’s not a problem.” That said, the benefits of attending to an affectionate, healthy sex life can go far beyond the bedroom, improving overall health and strengthening relationships, notes Steelsmith. Sex burns calories, increases circulation, releases calming and painkilling hormones like prolactin and prompts production of the “bonding hormones” vasopressin and oxytocin. “When you are in a loving relationship and you express that love through your body, physiological changes occur that can help you bond more deeply with your partner,” she says. “The more you make love, the more love you make.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com. Editor's note: For a list of Nature's Libido-Enhancers, read this article on our website: bit.ly/NA-LoveLife

Give Yourself a Gift: Intuition and Food Finding Peace with Food and Becoming the Healthiest "You" Possible by Bethany Perry

o you ever wonder what you should eat or why you’re eating what you are eating? And how many diets have you been on? Vegan, Paleo, Vegetarian, no fat, high fat, no carbs, good or bad carbs…and the list goes on. There are countless ‘diet’ books and opinions about what to eat in order to satisfy America's obsession with "thinness," and we often forget to just eat healthy...for ourselves. What does it mean to be healthy for YOU? This is often a concept that gets missed as we try the next best diet, not taking into account our individuality. Not all of us are meant to fit into the smallest pant size available. What if you were told that you don’t need to diet anymore? 98% of all individuals who go on a diet not only gain the weight back, but a higher percentage of the weight regained is fat. This yo-yo dieting plan is counterproductive for our health and simply does not work. There is a wonderful book I recommend that started my journey of utiliz-

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ing intuition and food. Intuitive Eating, by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, will transform your life as you discover how to make "peace with food." Peace with food? As in, "currently I am in a war with food?" For many of us, it’s true. We want to eat healthy, so we think we need to deprive ourselves of a "forbidden" or "bad" food. We argue with and judge ourselves when it comes to food (and truthfully, other things). Where does that lead us? Straight to the pantry, fridge or store that has the very food we tell ourselves we shouldn't have. Sadly, this dark battle within is seldom addressed. In a country where obesity and Type II diabetes are epidemic, many talk about emotional eating, but few know what to do or where to begin to resolve the underlying causes. If you are interested in putting a HALT to this process, then it’s time to honor your feelings without using food. There is an acronym I use with my May 2016

clients: HALT - Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. While we could add bored, emotional or other adjectives, it's an effective way to begin learning how to listen to your body, then eat when it wants and what it needs. If you find yourself in front of the cupboard or fridge staring aimlessly for something to eat, pause for a moment, take a breath and HALT. If you are tired; rest, sleep or take a bath. If you are lonely, pick up the phone and call a friend or family member. Angry? Angereating only hurts you. Discovering ways to deal with life, so the relationship to food becomes peaceful, is the beginning of a journey to whole-body wellness. To honor ourselves and respect our bodies, we must discover how to make food choices that honor our health and our taste buds. One snack or unhealthy treat will not produce a nutrient deficiency–or cause weight gain. It’s the consistency over time that matters when making proper food choices. Here are a few tips for becoming the healthiest "you" possible: • Approach it one day at a time • Learning to listen to the signals of your body • Respect and observe how you feel when you eat particular foods • Pause in the middle of a meal to determine how much more you really need to eat • Create a pleasurable environment to entice all the senses when eating. When offering yourself these experiences, you will find that you begin to eat less and choose foods that nourish and satisfy your body. By investing the time to listen to what your body is truly saying, you will reap rewards far beyond weight loss. Achieving whole body wellness will change your life. Bethany Perry is a Holistic Health and Life Counselor. For more information or to contact Bethany, call 248-841-8535 or visit BethanyPerry.com. See ad page 19.

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Stressed-Out Pets Natural Ways to Calm Fear and Anxiety by Sandra Murphy

hile most American pets live on easy street, with meals, treats, exercise outings and affection provided, the good life also poses challenges—dogs and cats can get stressed. “Basic stress is fearbased. Separation or isolation anxiety requires in-depth training,” says JennaLee Gallicchio, a certified separation anxiety trainer who uses scientific and hands-off techniques at her All Stars Dog Training, in Bedminster, New Jersey. She authors a bestselling series that was launched with The Secret to Getting Your Dog to Do What You Want. A drug like Reconcile, the pet version of Prozac, looks like a quick fix, but can bring many harmful side effects. Laurel Braitman, Ph.D., of Sausalito, California, bestselling author of Animal Madness: How Anxious Dogs, Compulsive Parrots, and Elephants in Recovery Help Us Understand Ourselves, estimates that 70 million U.S. dogs are given the same drugs their humans use for anxiety or depression. Considering the potential dangers, such drugs should only be used briefly as a last resort with veterinary supervision to ensure the proper dosage based on age, size and temperament. There are more natural and safer alternatives.

Common Stressors

Dogs hear sounds at four times the distance we do; cats hear even better. Thunderstorms, fireworks, traffic, TV, music and children can unnerve them.

Add in a new home, baby, another pet or anticipation of car rides associated with fear of the veterinarian and even normally mellow pets can get upset. Irregular work hours undermine established routines. Pet or human health issues, plus household drama, add special reasons to fret. Pets separated from their litters too early can experience anxiety as adults.

Stress Less Strategies

“Let your dog have a space where he can retreat when he’s had enough,” advises Dr. Carol Osborne, owner of Ohio’s Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic. She recommends Bach’s Five Flower Formula, diluted chamomile essential oil or a pet-safe tincture of the Chinese herb skullcap for additional relief. Dogs like routine. “Regular exercise helps, including two, 20-minute daily walks. A tired pet is a happy pet,” Osborne says. “Walks can eliminate stress and anxiety by 50 percent for you both.” “Cats need exercise that mimics hunting; cats stare and plan, stalk or chase, pounce and grab,” says Marci Koski, certified by the Animal Behavior Institute and owner of Feline Behavior Solutions, in Vancouver, Washington. “An indoor cat’s prey drive can be met with interactive toys.” A place to climb or hide and a window with a view will help as will periodic playtime catching moving toys; with nothing to catch, a laser

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pointer’s red dots are frustrating for a cat and a potential danger to its eyes. “Two of my large dogs were anxious during a three-day power outage,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a dog nutrition blogger at KeepTheTailWagging.com, in Marysville, Washington. “I add Ewegurt, a sheep’s milk yogurt, to their food to calm them when needed.” Clicker training rewards desired behaviors. “Ralphie, an Italian greyhound mix, was protective, but also fearful; before going outside, we’d practice sit, stay and come using a click/treat. Now he sees other dogs without reacting,” relates Katrina Wilhelm, a naturopathic physician and owner of DrKatrinaWilhelm. com, in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It works when someone knocks on the door, too. Soothing music covers the sounds of storms and fireworks, counsels Lisa Spector, an

Getting kitty into her carrier to go to the vet isn’t always easy. London’s Simon Tofield, animator and cartoonist for Simon’s Cats videos and books, suggests making the crate comfy and leaving it out so the cat gets used to it; keeping it out of reach of curious dogs at the vet’s office; and only opening it upon arrival in the exam room. His local vet staff explains more at Tinyurl. com/CatVetProtocol.

Signs of Pet Stress 4 Aggression toward people or other animals 4 Digestive problems 4 Excessive barking/meowing 4 Forgetful of housetraining 4 Increased sleep 4 Isolation 4 Loss of appetite 4 Pacing 4 Pulling out fur

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Yoga Nidra/Yoga of Sleep - 5:45-7pm. A powerful form of meditation done lying on your back in Shavasana (final relaxation pose), deeply healing and being used more frequently to help in removing stress, anxiety & insomnia. $15. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Graitot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Game on Cancer Flower Sale - 9am-3pm. Purchase $20 hanging baskets on Main Street inside the hospital just in time for Mother\'s Day. Sponsored by the Henry Ford West Bloomfield Radiation Department. Cash only. FREE. Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Rd., WEST BLOOMFIELD. Lindsay Mata 248-325-3890.

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Decoding Food Labels: Health vs Hype - Noon. Presented by: Dr Chellam. This seminar will include tips on why natural does not equal organic, explanation of USDA certified organic labels, meat and dairy labels and how to shop organic without busting your wallet. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 30.

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Ashtanga: Strength & Grace Workshop - 122:30pm. Discover the secrets to a safe and effective Ashtanga Yoga practice. How to effectively use breath, bandha and dristi. How to integrate the true 8 limbs of yoga and the earth elements into practice. $25. House of Yoga, 2965 W 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Dave & Abby 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

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The Best Female Health Ever! - Noon. Presented by: Corey Muzik. This 1 hour class is all about WOMEN’S ISSUES. We will discuss and find solutions for all of these health problems and learn how to be our brightest self - just in time for Mother’s Day! FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-7358100. See ad page 30. 4 Paws/1 Heart - Noon-1:15pm. Celebrate Be Kind to Animals Week, all donations going to help reduce the number of homeless cats and dogs. Everyone is welcome for this mixed level class followed by a brief meditation. Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586949-5515. See ad page 54.

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Biomeridian Assessments - 4-7pm. Conducted by: Juli Johnson. See description on Tuesday, May 3rd event listing. FREE. Better Health Store, 20432 Farmington, LIVONIA. Space limited. RSVP 248471-9600. See ad page 30. Better Health Now and in the Future - 5:307:30pm. Ann Heusted, RN, FirstLine Therapy Program Coordinator, will conduct a special 2-hour session for those interested in understanding how a customized lifestyle program can support better health and reduce disease risk. The Downing Clinic, 5715 Bella Rose Blvd, Suite 100, CLARKSTON. RSVP 248-625-6677. See ad page 23. Perimenopause - 7-8:15pm. Are symptoms such as bloating, insomnia, mood swings or hot flashes keeping you from your best life? Join us for some vital information. Vivian Dusina, Clinical Nutritionist Practitioner FREE! Vitamin Shoppe, Hall Rd, SHELBY TWP. Call 248-879-1900 to register.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11

Dishing with a Dietitian - 10am-Noon. May is Older Americans Month. Join us for two classes (see Wed 5/18 for second class) designed around senior health concerns. Food selection can play an important role in controlling variables such as sodium, calcium, iron and cholesterol. Join our chefs and clinical dietitians to receive advice on your diet and discover the main ingredients that can help balance and protect your health. $10 per person, includes a $5 voucher for Henry’s café. Registration is required. Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Rd., WEST BLOOMFIELD. Contact: Lindsay Mata 248-325-3890.

The Thyroid Gland and Healthy Weight Loss - 7-8:15pm. We will also cover what can create a burden on the thyroid as well as natural ways to restore its function. Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist. FREE! Vitamin Shoppe, Hall Rd, SHELBY TOWNSHIP. Call 248-879-1900 to register.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4

Introductory Meditation Class: Isha Kriya (Ages 12+) - 7-8pm. Learn a simple yet powerful 15 minute practice which creates enhanced clarity, improved health and a state of peacefulness and joy. FREE. Rangoli Banquet Hall, 3055 E Walton Blvd, AUBURN HILLS. Isha Volunteer 313-451-4742.

Spring Extravaganza - 10am-4pm. Come join us at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital for our Spring Extravaganza. Vendors will be selling items on Main Street and they will donate 10% of proceeds to the National Kidney Foundation. FREE. Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Rd., WEST BLOOMFIELD. Lindsay Mata 248-325-3890.

Brewing Kombucha - 6:30pm. Conducted by: Rachel from Unity Vibration. Lessons on brewing Kombucha and a free sampling of kombucha and beer. $10/person. Better Health Market, 17696 W 13 Mile, BEVERLY HILLS. Space limited. RSVP 248-645-5500. See ad page 30.

Biomeridian Assessments - 4-7pm. Conducted by: Juli Johnson. Using the Biomeridian computer, Juli will give a basic mini assessment to determine gluten sensitivity particularly related to wheat, whole wheat and whole grains. FREE. Frandor Better Health Market, 305 N Clippert, E. LANSING. Space limited. RSVP 517-332-6892. See ad page 30. Brewing Kombucha - 6:30pm. Conducted by: Rachel from Unity Vibration. Lessons on brewing Kombucha and a free sampling of kombucha and beer. $10/person. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-7358100. See ad page 30.

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Mother's Day Tea - 1-3pm. We\'ll be serving organic herb & Asian teas, & a traditional tea luncheon. Also, we have an inspiring talk on Monarch Butterflies. In the FarmHouse, or out at the Tree, a special day to share with Mom $20. Westwind Farm, 11487 Reid

Introduction to Infant Massage - 6:30-8pm. Learn to calm your baby, ease colic and congestion. This is a great way for mom, dad, and baby to bond Open to the public. Infant should be at least 8 weeks-15 months old. Call to RSVP. $5. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Road, SOUTHFIELD. Elizabeth 248-350-1400. See ad page 35.

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THURSDAY, MAY 12

Planet Heal Thyself - 6:30pm. Join Jordan Rubin as he shares how to dramatically improve digestion, simple steps to super charge your immune system and a proven way to jump-start your metabolism. FREE. Better Health Market, 14105 Hall Rd, SHELBY TWP. Space Limited. RSVP 586-8846160. See ad page 30. Spiritual Experiences in Meditation - 6:307:30pm. Deepen your meditation practice by learning about the different spiritual experiences you may be having in meditation and how meditation can help you gain insight and connect to your higher self. $35. 715 Crooks, CLAWSON. Jeannie 248840-1577. See ad page 12.

FRIDAY, MAY 13

Community Craft Show and Garage Sale 9am-4pm. Also Sat 5/14. Bargain hunters: you never know what treasures you might find at one of Davisburg’s biggest sales. Sellers: Make spring cleaning a breeze by packing up the items you no longer want or need. Seller table fees: $7-$10/day. Hart Community Center, 495 Broadway (inside Mill Pond Park), downtown DAVISBURG. Info: 248-846-6558. Planet Heal Thyself - 6:30pm. Presented by Jordan Rubin. FREE. Frandor Better Health Market, 305 N Clippert, E. LANSING. See event description on May 12th listing. Space limited. RSVP 517-3326892. See ad page 30. Free Massage Class - 7-9pm. Relax and have fun at Irene's free massage class. An excellent opportunity for those interested in massage as a hobby or new career. We invite you to bring a friend to exchange massage.Call to RSVP. FREE. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Road, SOUTHFIELD. Elizabeth 248-350-1400. See ad page 35. An Evening of Puja & Kiran with Naren - 7:3010pm. Naren lived as Monk for 14 yrs in the Ashrams of Yoganada. Today Naren teaches and presents the sacred traditions of India. The evening includes Puja (vedic ceremony) Arati and Kiran of India. $25. House of Yoga, 2965 W 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Dave & Abby 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

SATURDAY, MAY 14

Planet Heal Thyself - Noon & 2pm. Presented by Jordan Rubin See event description on May 12th listing. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 30. Kundalini Yoga & Meditation - 3-5pm. Come for a kundalini yoga set, breathwork/pranayam, mudra, meditation and mantra to direct our energies into a state of harmony between body mind & spirit, where prosperity consciousness is possible. $25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

SUNDAY, MAY 15

Perennial Swap & Spring Market - 10am-2pm. The Springfield Farmers’ Market will be hosting our first ever Spring Market where you can purchase all your plants for the upcoming summer season

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and also trade out your perennials for new ones. The Market will also have locally grown seasonal produce and homemade arts and crafts. FREE for shoppers. Shiawassee Basin Preserve (Davisburg Rd. Entrance), DAVISBURG. Info: 248-846-6558.

MONDAY, MAY 16

Relaxation for Comfortable Childbirth - 7pm. Join Janice Weaver of Peaceful Birthing to discover the benefits of HypnoBirthing® - An easy to learn method combining relaxation, breathing, visualization to ease pain & empower women, release fear/build confidence, whether birthing at home or hospital. Whole Foods ROCHESTER HILLS. 248-371-1400. See ad page 36.

TUESDAY, MAY 17

Biomeridian Assessments - 4-7pm. Conducted by: Juli Johnson. See description on Tuesday, May 3rd listing. FREE. Better Health Store, 6235 West Saginaw, LANSING. Space limited. RSVP 517323-9186. See ad page 30.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18

Arthritis - Anti-inflammatory Foods - 10amNoon. May is Older Americans Month. Join us for two classes (see Wed 5/11 for first class) designed around senior health concerns. Food selection can play an important role in controlling variables such as sodium, calcium, iron and cholesterol. Join our chefs and clinical dietitians to receive advice on your diet and discover the main ingredients that can help balance and protect your health. $10/person, includes a $5 voucher for Henry’s café. Registration required. Henry Ford WEST BLOOMFIELD Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Rd. Contact: Lindsay Mata 248-325-3890.

THURSDAY, MAY 19

Meet Your Doula - Meet the support team of Expecting Joy Birth Services. Whether you are looking for a birth doula, postpartum doula, placenta encapsulation or breast feeding support, we are ready to answer all of your questions. Whole Foods ROCHESTER HILLS. 248-371-1400. See ad page 36. Introductory Meditation Class: Isha Kriya (Ages 12+) - 7-8pm. Learn a simple yet powerful 15 minute practice which creates enhanced clarity, improved health and a state of peacefulness and joy. FREE. Whole Foods Midtown, 115 Mack Ave, DETROIT. Isha Volunteer 313-451-4742.

Creative Visualization Meditation Class - 6:307:30pm. Learn how to manifest your desires and goals, increase your personal power and become more in control of how you life is going through meditation. Includes lecture, guided mediation and handouts. $35. 715 Crooks, CLAWSON. Jeannie 248-840-1577. See ad page 12.

FRIDAY, MAY 20

Basics of Belly Dancing - 7-8:30pm. Come and learn the basic fundamentals of belly dancing and how to put together some combinations and just have fun! Join Lauren Jalbert for this workshop. Everyone gets a Belly Dance CD to take home. $30. Bodhi Seed Yoga & Wellness Studio, 81 Macomb Place, MT. CLEMENS. Jasmin Cromwell 586-469-9642. See ad page 54.

SATURDAY, MAY 21

Vaccine Risks,Rights and Resposibilies - 10am1pm. Come learn the risks, rights and responsibilities from Mary Tocco. She is a worldwide leader that will clear up all of the confusion around vaccinating your children. $20, or Pre-register $15. Dr. Cody Senkyr & Dr. Jen McCartney. Clarkston Junior High School, CLARKSTON. Info/pre-register: 248-625-7600. Natural Parenting/Mom2Mom Sale - 10:15am1pm. Tables available to rent for $20. Owen Jax Rec Center, 9 Mile & Van Dyke, WARREN. Info: Ginny at 586-940-1634. Meditation and Mindfulness Class - 10:3011:45am. Learn all the basics of meditation to get you going. Learn how to develop mindfulness in your daily life. Enhance your existing practice. Includes lecture, guided meditation, and handouts. CEU approved $35. 715 Crooks, CLAWSON. Jeannie 248-840-1577. See ad page 12. Group Hypnotherapy Healing - 12:30-1:30pm. Experience a guided hypnotherapy meditation session focused on healing on a physical or emotional level. Take home techniques for doing this on your own. Group or private session available. $25. 715 Crooks, CLAWSON. Jeannie 248-8401577. See ad page 12.

SUNDAY, MAY 22

Sun Sign Sunday's at House of Yoga - 1-2:30pm. Join Valerie Weir for an amazing afternoon of Kundalini Yoga and astrology. The afternoon includes discussion of astrology within it's relationship to Kundalini and Sivasana with sacred gongs. $15. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Abby & Dave 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

TUESDAY, MAY 24

Vegetarian Cooking 101 - 6:30-8pm. Grains, fruits and vegetables are among the healthiest foods you can eat - loaded with vitamins and minerals. In this class, learn how to add protient-packed foods to meals without using meat. $20. Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Rd., WEST BLOOMFIELD. Lindsay Mata 248-325-3890.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25

Joint or Foot Pain - 6:45-8pm. Do you have plantar fasciitis, torn ligaments or restless leg syndrome? We can help. Learn natural ways to relieve pain and restore movement and function. Vivian Dusina, Clinical Nutritionist Practitioner FREE! Clear Choice Natural Healthcare, 1953 W. South Blvd, TROY. Call 248-879-1900 to register. Mindfulness Meditation Class - 6:30-7:30pm. What is the difference between mindfulness and meditation? Learn about what mindfulness is, daily practices and exercises for mindful living, and learn a mindfulness meditation. CEU approved. $35. 715 Crooks, CLAWSON. Jeannie 248-840-1577. See ad page 12.

TUESDAY, MAY 26

Biomeridian Assessments - 4-7pm. Conducted by: Juli Johnson. See description on Tuesday, May 3rd listing. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 30.

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MONDAY, MAY 30

Memorial Day Donation Class - 10-11:15am. Honor & remember all of those who have served our country proud and are no longer with us with a mixed level class followed by a brief meditation. We have the freedom we have because of them. Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

TUESDAY, MAY 31

Better Health Now and in the Future - 5:307:30pm. Ann Heusted, RN, FirstLine Therapy Program Coordinator, will conduct a special 2-hour session for those interested in understanding how a customized lifestyle program can support better health & reduce disease risk. The Downing Clinic, 5715 Bella Rose Blvd, Ste 100, CLARKSTON. RSVP 248-625-6677. See ad page 23.

FRIDAY, JUNE 3

Yoga for the Golfer - 7:30-9pm. Does your golf swing suffer due to lack of flexibility and rotation? Change the way your body works & you can change your game.Learn how to increase flexibility, range of motion & strength with yoga. $20. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4

Spring Plant Exchange - Noon-3pm. Bring your healthy extra plants to find a new home, find new plants to add to your garden! Locally made products & treats, too. See the Westwind Farm's house & get info on our 2016 programs FREE. Westwind Farm, 11487 Reid Rd, SWARTZ CREEK. Linda Purdy 810-701-8151. See ad page 23.

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Summer Picnic Cooking Class - Noon. Presented by: MacroVal. Learn how Chef Val adds a healthy twist to these fun summer time dishes. Recipes are; high in fiber, whole grain, heart healthy, glutenfree, sugar-free, vegan and organic. Menu: Tempeh Burgers. Three Bean Garlic Salad. FREE. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River, NOVI. Space limited. RSVP 248-735-8100. See ad page 30.

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Satuday, June 4 - 10am-8pm Sunday, June 5 - 11am-5pm

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Thermography Breast Imaging

Thermography, a well-known alternative to mammography is a safe and early detection tool that does not use radiation, compression, any personal contact and creates no pain. Cost is not covered by insurance ($165). See ad page 23.

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Dynamic Hatha Yoga - 9-10:15am. Dynamic means a force that creates change within a system or process. Your are that system! Experience the Heart of Yoga and create change within you. $15. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Abby & Dave 248-556-0992. See ad page 54. Short Form Ashtanga Yoga - 9:15-10:15am. Walk in for $13 and warm up with an energetic Ashtanga Yoga class. Or take advantage of our good deals to practice every Sunday. No pre-registration. $13. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. Soft Landing Sunday - 5-6:30pm. Group Gong Sound Therapy - Energy Medicine–Meditation Bring Water, Blanket pillows and eye covering optional. $25. Reservations required. Sacred Wave Gong Immersions, 301 W. Fourth St., Ste 490, ROYAL OAK. Christopher Davis 248-721-7094. See ad page 54. 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. Mindfulness & Meditation Class - 6-7pm. 3rd Sundays only. Left to itself the mind wanders through all kinds of thoughts, learn how to tame your mind and quiet your thoughts. All experience levels welcomed. Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586949-5515. See ad page 54.

Barrobics - 9-10am. Also Wed 6:30pm. This class is designed to invigorate one during the midday, weather you are new to yoga or have been practicing yoga for years come join us. $10/class or drop-in fee of $15. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Mindful Monday - 9-10:30am. $10. InnerSource H&W office or by phone. 1460 Walton Blvd, Ste 220, ROCHESTER HILLS. Bethany Perry 248841-8535. See ad page 19. Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. - 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releasing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation. WARREN. 586-751-7500. See ad page 29.

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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. Breastfeeding Info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. 1st Mondays. FREE. 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. Tai Chi - 11:45am-12:45pm. Also Tue. Gentle class for those who need to start with slower movements. The class increases as you progress. $10/class or drop-in $12. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Gentle Yoga - Noon-1pm. Perfect for beginners or those with physical challenges. We modify the postures to fit each student’s abilities and health needs. Beaumont Hospital, ROYAL OAK, Cancer Center, First Floor Classroom, $10/class. For more information call 248-551-9990. See ad page 33. Aqua Boot Camp - 5:30pm-6:15pm. It's all the high intensity of a boot camp workout, only in the water. $15. Sola Life & Fitness, 1555 East South Blvd, ROCHESTER HILLS. Marko 248-267-5674. Awareness Through Movement® - 6-6:45pm. Join us for gentle movement classes designed to help you move, feel & perform optimally. Bring a mat & 2 towels. Wear comfortable clothing. $15 drop in or 6-class card. Awakening Movements, 3121 Rochester Rd, ROYAL OAK. Lisa Ponichter 248321-0358. See ad page 53. Yoga - 3-4:15pm. All fitness levels welcome, Bring own yoga mat. Certified Instructors. $10/class drop in fee $15. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Weight Management/TLS - 7-8pm. One FREE Introductory Evening. Transitions Lifestyle Solutions. 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, Total Health Colon Care 586-268-5444. See ad page 50. Yoga - 6-7:15pm. All fitness levels welcome, Bring own yoga mat. Certified Instructors. $10/class drop in fee $15. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. 4th Monday Gong Immersion TOL - 7-8:30pm every 4th Monday. Group Gong Sound Therapy - Energy Medicine - Meditation. Bring water, blanket pillows and eye covering optional. $25. Reservations required. The Tree of Life Holistic Center, 33317 Grand River, FARMINGTON. Christopher Davis 248-721-7094. See ad page 54. Recover & Revitalize Yoga - 7:15-8:30pm. Whether you're an athlete or just a weekend warrior,

this basic class can help you unwind those tight spots to feel on top of your game. Every Monday. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

Golden Fitness - 8-8:45am. Also Thur. Perfect classes for the mature body, good for balance, memory, flexibility, & stretch. $5/class or drop-in fee $6/class. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Basic Flow Yoga - 9:15-10:15am. Also Thur. Works for any body. $5. Check our schedule for our other $7 weekday classes. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. 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 29. Exercise Program for People with Parkinson's - 10-11am. PWR (Parkinson's Wellness Recovery) is a research-based exercise technique that uniquely addresses the cognitive, emotional, sensory and motor symptoms associated with Parkinson's. Goal is to improve the quality of life and slow motor deterioration. $15/drop-in or 6-class discount. Genesys Athletic Club on the Genesys Health Park Campus, GRAND BLANC. Info/Reg: 810-6067526. Inspired Health Conversation - 10am-2pm by appointment. Alight your mind and body, control weight and more with intuitive neuroscience coaching. Please schedule in advance. $30. InnerSource Health & Wellness, 1460 Walton Blvd, Ste 220, ROCHESTER HILLS. Bethany Perry 248-841-8535. See ad page 19. 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. Crazy Cheap Yoga (Vinyasa) - 5:30-6:30pm. Crazy cheap yoga and exercise classes. Great for someone wanting to get started with yoga, as well as those who have practiced for years. Kundalini Yoga $5 per class. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Road, SOUTHFIELD. Kathy Skubik or Jim DeBussey 248-350-1400. See ad page 35. Tai Chi - 6:30-7:30pm. Gentle class for those who need to start with slower movements. The class increases as you progress. $10/class or drop-in $12. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Bhakti Vinyasa w/Abby Bechek - 6:30-7:45pm. A flowing sequence of yoga postures designed to challenge your body & mind while inspiring your heart. Sacred music, inspiring messages and meditation $15. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Abby & Dave 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

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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. Transformation Tuesday - 7-8:30pm. $25. Sacred Wave Gong Immersions, 301 W. Fourth St, Ste 490, ROYAL OAK. Christopher Davis 248-721-7094. See ad page 54. Young Living Essential Oils - 7-8:30pm. First Tuesday of every month: Essential Oils & supplements that may work for you. Zyto scans by appointment. Donation $5. Pamela's Salon, 60460 Mt. Vernon, ROCHESTER. Pamela Visser 248931-2710. Slow Power Yoga - 7:15-8:30pm. $13. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. 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. Basic/Beginners Yoga - 8:15pm-9:15pm. This class is helpful for those new to yoga or those who just want a more gentle class. Learn to breathe, move and accept you body just as it is. $14. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Functional Core Exercise - Develop a Functional Core Using 3 tools: The Mind, Pilates & Yoga Balls. To maintain high core function, paying attention to proper body alignment is key. Aaron Wilson focuses on a classic alignment approach using. Isolated Movement, AIS Stretching, and Anatomy Trains. Reduce body pain and improve quality of life. FREE. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Road, SOUTHFIELD. Kathy Skubik or Jim DeBussey 248-350-1400. See ad page 35.

Food Mood Friday - 8-11am. Do you wonder what foods affect Your Mood? How is this related to your health? Sign up for a 20 minute session and have your questions answered! $20. InnerSource H&W

office or by phone. 1460 Walton Blvd, Ste 220, ROCHESTER HILLS. Bethany Perry 248-8418535. See ad page 19. Farmers' Market/Crafts - 9am-3pm. 5/18-10/12 Local produce, syrup, honey & eggs, baked goods, diabetic socks, handcrafted items & much more. FREE. Durand Union Station, E. Main St, DURAND. Paula Brooks 989-288-3830. 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. Awareness Through Movement® - 11-11:45am. Join us for gentle movement classes designed to help you move, feel & perform optimally. Bring a mat & 2 towels. Wear comfortable clothing. $15 drop in or 6-class card. Awakening Movements, 3121 Rochester Rd, ROYAL OAK. Lisa Ponichter 248-321-0358. See ad page 53. Aqua Gentle Joints - 12:15-1pm. Water-based class focusing on slow, gentle, range of motion exercises for all joints in a therapeutic pool. $15. Sola Life & Fitness, 1555 East South Blvd, ROCHESTER HILLS. Marko 248-267-5674. Midday Meditation - 1-1:15pm. Revitalize and quiet your mind with meditation. Join Julie Levinson, Vita yoga teacher, as she helps you relax and focus. May also include Reiki. FREE. Vita Wellness Center at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Rd., WEST BLOOMFIELD. 248-325-3870. Chair Yoga - 1-2pm. A yoga style that adapts yoga poses through the creative use of a chair. which replaces the yoga mat and becomes an extension of the body. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Yoga Midafternoon - 3-4pm. 8 classes for $80, great class for thoses parents/students with busy schedules, bring own yoga mat. $15 /class drop-in or $10/class for 8-class card. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Barrobics - 6:30-7:30pm. This class is designed to invigorate one during the midday, weather you are new to yoga or have been practicing yoga for years come join us. $10/class or drop-in fee of $15. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810358-1419. See ad page 30.

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Dynamic Hatha Yoga - 6:30-7:30pm. An accessible yoga practice for beginner to advanced practitioners. This class cultivates strength, flexibility, technique, courage and compassion. $15. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Dave & Abby 248-5560992. See ad page 54. Effortless Meditation Class - 7pm-8pm. FREE meditation class open to all. Emphasis on using the breath as a tool for Effortless Meditation. Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 Woodward Ave, BLOOMFIELD HILLS. Info: Denise Everheart 248-705-5004. Oigong with Gary Abersold - 7-8:15pm. A powerful routine to use daily. A system of healing energy from China. Use breathing, gentle movement, meditation to improve posture & concentration. FREE. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Road, SOUTHFIELD. Jill Howard 248350-1400. See ad page 35. Yin Yoga - 8:15-9:15pm. Want to be flexible? Yin Yoga is a perfect compliment to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga. Suitable for all levels, $14. Santosha Yoga, 58774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERIFELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Boot Camp Challenge - 8:45-9:30am. 4/14-5/12 An intermediate/advanced class that incorporates muscle conditioning and cardiovascular drills to ensure a total body workout. Minimum needed to hold each session. Residents $25/sesson; NonResidents $30/session. Hart Community Center, DAVISBURG. Info/RSVP 248-846-6558. Barrobics - 11:45am-12:45pm. Also Mon 9am. Class is designed to stretch and tone ones body. Great class for all ages. $10 /class drop-in or $7/ class for 10-class card. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Gentle Yoga - 11am-Noon. Perfect for beginners or those with physical challenges. We modify the postures to fit each student’s abilities and health needs. Beaumont Hospital, ROYAL OAK, Cancer Center, First Floor Classroom, $10/class. For more information call 248-551-9990. See ad page 33.

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Fifty Plus Active Adults - 11:30am-1pm. Lunch: noon. 50+. Fun and friendly. Activities such as weekly lunches, guest speakers, musical performances, field trips, holiday parties, movies, bingo, games and more. $8/person or $14/couple. Lunch $5. Non-members welcome. Hart Community Center, DAVISBURG. Info: Sarah, 248-846-6558. Tai Chi - 11:45am-12:45pm. Gentle class for those who need to start with slower movements. The class increases as you progress. $10/class or dropin $12. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30. Crazy Cheap Yoga/Slow Flow - 3:30-4:30pm. Proper alignment, breath, & playfulness. Postures held longer build muscle & inner strength. Deepen peace, build confidence, flexibility & balance. $5. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Jill Howard 248-350-1400. See ad page 35. Try NIA Exercise for Free - 4:30-5:30pm. Experience the joy of movement with Non-Impact Aerobics. Energizing, yet stress-reducing exercise to music. Move at your own level. First class free. FREE. Auburn Hills Community Center, 1827 N. Squirrel Rd., AUBURN HILLS. Stacey 248-7376856. Kundalini Yoga & Gongs - 5:30-6:30pm. Primary tools of asana, breath, & meditation. Activate life force. Simple exercise, mantra, & mudra. Relax, let go with sound of gongs~Valerie Weir. $5. Irene's Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd, SOUTHFIELD. Jill Howard 248-350-1400. See ad page 35. Group Yoga Therapy for women with pelvic pain and urinary incontinence - 5:30-6:30pm. Focusing on mindfulness, awareness and restoration of strength and relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles. Beaumont Hospital – ROYAL OAK, Women’s Urology Center, South Tower, 2nd Floor. $10/class. Info: 248-551-9990. See ad page 33. Hot Yoga - 5:45-6:45pm. Room heated to 95 degrees, release toxins and increase your immune system. Previous yoga experience is recommended for this fast pace flow. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Bhakti Vinyasa w/ Abby Bechek - 6:30-7:30pm. $15. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Abby & Dave 248-556-0992. See ad page 54. Alzheimer’s Association Support Group - 6:308pm. 4th Thur. Open to public, FREE and 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 – 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. Saint John Health System, Oakland Hospital, 27351 Dequindre Rd, MADISON HEIGHTS. Contact Grace 586-808-2148. Meditation & Mindfulness Classes - 6:307:30pm. Beginning through advanced techniques. Restart your practice. Learn many different types

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in or $10/class for 8-class card. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPEER. Janet Wassmann 810-358-1419. See ad page 30.

Jivamukti Light - 6:30-7:30pm. A light version of an advanced vinyasa practice. If you are familiar with Ashtanga/Vinyasa and are looking to go deeper, come practice. $15. House Of Yoga, 2965 W 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Dave & Abby 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

Private Guided Meditation - 10am-8pm. A talk followed by a guided meditation based on your needs and goals. Learn a variety of kinds of meditation, practices, and mindfulness techniques. $25. 715 Crooks, CLAWSON. Info: Jeannie 248840-1577. See ad page 19.

La Leche League of Lake Orion - 7:30pm. 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 Yoga - 5:35-7pm. 1st & 3rd Fridays. Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine, a much needed balance to our more Yang (dynamic) yoga and life. $14. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Basic Yoga & Meditation - 7:45-8:45pm. Join Lisa for this beautiful evening yoga experience. A short guided meditation follows the posture portion of the class. Feel refreshed & nourished. $15. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BERKLEY. Dave & Abby 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

Yoga - 9-10:15am. All fitness levels welcome, Bring own yoga mat. Certified Instructors. $15 /class drop-

Restorative Yoga - 5:45-7pm. 2nd & 4th Fridays. We work very hard in our lives & while we may sleep, we rarely take time to rest. Restorative yoga help us learn to relax & rest deeply. All levels. $14. Santohsa Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. 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,

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COMMERCE TOWNSHIP. 248-277-0628. 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.

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 TOWNSHIP. 248-277-0628. Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Networking 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 586-7517500. See ad page 29. 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.

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ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE

Clarissa Dawn Guest, RN, Dipl. Ac 2359 W. Shiawassee, Suite E, Fenton 810-750-2004 Transform your health with Acupuncture. Start feeling better today. Specializing in insomnia, depression, pain management, infertility, painful periods, menopause, headaches and migraines. Also offering Nutrienergetics™ and Neuromodulation Technique™.

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

State of Michigan Registered, NCCAOM Certified. Former MD in China served North American people for over 28 years' with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Specializing in various pains and intestinal problems. See ad page 18.

Meditation & Mindfulness Classes - 10:3011:30am. Beginning through advanced techniques. Restart your practice. Learn many different types of meditation and find the one that works for you! CEUs available. $35. CLAWSON. Info: Jeannie 248-840-1577. See ad page 19. Historic Tours - 11am-Noon. 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. Yoga for Kids - 11:15am-Noon.Through yoga poses, games, activities, music and stories, promote strength, flexibility, coordination, body & breathing awareness and self control. $10. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Chair Yoga - 12-12:45pm. Even those who can't get up and down from the floor can benefit from yoga. Unwind, release and build strength seated or using a chair for support. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARREN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54. Metro Detroit Vegan Diners - 6-8:30pm. 2nd Sat. each month. Join us for dining each month at veganfriendly restaurants in the METRO DETROIT area. Meet, dine and socialize with like-minded people. FREE to meetup group members. Organizer 248-703-2697.

JING FEI HUANG, CAC, OMD

The Downing Clinic • 248-625-6677 5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston TheDowningClinic.com Jing Fei Huang is a certified Acupuncturist (CAC) & a c e r t i f i e d Tr a d i t i o n a l Chinese Medicine specialist (OMD). She has been with the Downing Clinic since 1999 and has helped many people with a variety of conditions. Wed, appointments available. See ads pg 19, 21 & 23.

MICHIGAN ORIENTAL MEDICINE

Karen DeBruyn, PT, MSTOM, Dipl.OM, R.Ac Henry Buchtel, MMed (China)Dipl.Ac, R.Ac 8308 Office Park Drive, Ste 2 Grand Blanc, 810-694-3500 Providing acupuncture and herbal medicine to optimize your health and wellness. Specializing in pain management, sports injuries, women's health, immune support, insomnia, and stress management.

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WALLER WELLNESS CENTER

Rhonda Sousley, Ph.D • 248-844-1414 1854 W. Auburn, Ste 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com Rhonda has a PhD in Chinese Medicine and is an experienced infertility specialist with over 13 years in practice. She uses both Laser & Traditional acupuncture; making her treatments comfortable for children & adults alike. Smoking cessation, chronic & acute pain, migraines, stress & anxiety - are all treated successfully. Immediate appointments available. See ad page 55.

ALLERGY TREATMENT NEW LIFE ALLERGY TREATMENT CTR. Terry Robinson, RPN, Natural Therapist Advanced NAET Practitioner 725 S. Adams S-185, Birmingham 248-792-2229 • NewLifeAllergy.com

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

BODYWORK STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

Brad Stone SI Practitioner 2425 West Silver Lake Rd, Fenton 810-516-4337 A process that releases restrictions in the connective tissue of the body, bringing the body into more smoothly functioning relationships, while reducing aches, pains and creating feelings of health and wellbeing.

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BOWEN THERAPY MARK ROGERS

1775 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham 248-761-4135 AdvancedBodyworkLLC.com “The alternative, alternative therapy.”‑ Unique, gentle and effective pain relief technique. Not massage. Back/neck pain, Fibromyalgia, migraines, TMJ, carpal tunnel, frozen shoulder and more. 15 years bodywork experience. See ad page 18.

COLONICS/DETOXIFICATION COLON HYDROTHERAPY

Janie Jeffery, NHP, CCT LaVida Massage, 3050 Union Lake Rd #3d, Commerce Township • 248-366-4611

FDA approved and registered equipment in a professional, clean and comfortable environment. Janie is a Natural Health Practitioner and Certified Colon Therapist, with18 years experience in alternative medicine.

WALLER WELLNESS CENTER

Kathy Paholsky, PhD 1854 W. Auburn, Ste. 400, Rochester Hills WallerWellness.com • 248-844-1414 Kathy is currently an Associate Professor at Schoolcraft College teaching massage therapy, has a Master’s Degree in Nutrition & over 25 years of experience. Her skilled hands relieve the discomfort of chronic pain, migraines, Fibromyalgia, TMJ, PTSD, anxiety disorders, chronic fatigue, ADD and more. When you need relief, you want experienced hands. Call now for an appointment. See ad page 55.

TOTAL HEALTH COLON CARE

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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.

CHIROPRACTIC NATURAL WELLNESS & PAIN RELIEF CENTER

Grand Blanc • 810-694-3576 NWPRC.com 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 38.

OPTIMUM CHIROPRACTIC NEUROLOGY Dr. Michael Husmillo, DC, DACNB, FACFN 1767 W. Big Beaver Rd, Troy OCNCenter.com • 248-885-8463

D r. H u s m i l l o i s a neurological chiropractor specializing in assessing the functional state of the nervous system in order to help people with ADHD, vertigo, post-concussion symptoms and much more.

WILLS FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Jason Wills • 248-922-9888 5885 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 functionality of each individual. See ad page 18.

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DENTISTRY DAVID EWING, DDS, LPC

Gateway Dental 5321 Gateway Centre Blvd., Flint 810-235-7300 General Dentistry, including root canals, dentures, extractions, bridges, composite (white) fillings, crowns, TMJ, N.E.T. for pain control, anxiety and more. Nutrition and ZOOM teeth whitening. See ad page 7.

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

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

Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocompatible approach. We perform mercury free/ mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmosphere for the entire family. See ad page 31.

GUIDED TOUCH • DENAE TAIT 1178 S. Lapeer Rd, Lapeer (inside Katie's Spa) 810-664-2727

CranioSacral Therapy and more. Combining several techniques to create a unique healing experience for your individual needs. Myofascial, Kinesiology, Emotion Code and more to relieve pain and stress.

JAYA'S HEALING BODYWORK

Advanced Cranial Sacral Therapy (ACST) Rochester • 248-464-2049 JayasBodywork.com Your ACST session includes relieving restrictions within the organs, some scar tissue release, some massage, reflexology, meridian and acupressure work. Relax your neck and restore your body's rhythm. Children benefit too.

REGIANI HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTER Holistic General Dentistry since 1979 10435 Ortonville Rd., Ste B • Clarkston 248-625-5222 • RegianiDental.com

Beautiful, natural looking Mercury free/Mercury safe, fluoride free fillings and restorations. TMJ/TMD/ CranioFacial Pain diagnosis & treatment, Non-surgical periodontal therapy, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign & whitening. Founding member IAOMT and IABDM. See ad page 2.

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SUE SHOHA DDS BIO DENTISTRY 50 West Big Beaver, Suite 120 Bloomfield Hills • 248-648-3660 BioDentistryMI.com

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We provide safe effective biocompatible treatment, using a multifaceted integrative treatment approach that focuses on the individual patient and their unique needs, in a kind compassionate and respectful manner. See ad page 27.

HYPNOTHERAPY THE PATTERSON CENTER 1520 S. Lapeer Rd., Ste 212 Lake Orion • 248-884-7288 www.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.

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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 outside back cover.

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.

FOODS/SUPPLEMENTS BAR H2OTM ALKALINE WATER 67315 S. Main St • Richmond 888-855-PURE (7873) PureNaturalsWater.com

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Annette R. Richards, LMSW, AAMET Level 3 Advanced Practitioner 248-334-9214 • AnnetteRichardsEFT.com This experienced EFT Practitioner offers monthly EFT group to Borrow Benefits and individual sessions weekends only to learn EFT for personal use while treating an unwanted problem; affordable fees.

Award winning Bar H2O™ Alkaline Wa t e r i s p r o f e s sionally handcrafted Premium Purified Water using a 25-step proprietary process. Be Alkaline. Thrive. This pharmaceuticalgrade pure water is remineralized, restructured and energized for maximum hydration.

NATURES BETTER WAY

870 W. Dryden Rd., Metamora 810-678-3131 NaturesBetterWay.my4life.com We are helping "take Transfer Factor to the World." We also carry top quality herbal and nutritional supplements. See ad page 21.

ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS

Karen Malone, Ind. Dist. # 840674 810-938-9099 • YL_KarenZ@yahoo.com KarenMalone.VibrantScents.com 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 "Missing Link" CD. (Income opportunities also available). See ad page 37.

LUCKY’S NATURAL FOODS, LLC Since 1974, 248-693-1209 101 S. Broadway, Lake Orion Historic Business District LuckysNaturalFoods.com

Whole Food Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Homeopathy. Supplement Savings Card, Organic Groceries, Wheat & GlutenFree Products, Amish Poultry & Eggs, Fresh Amish Turkeys for the Holidays.Personalized service, knowledgable staff, special orders.

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INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CUTLER INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 31350 Telegraph Rd., Bingham Farms 248-663-0165 CutlerIntegrativeMedicine.com

A premier Naturopathic health and wellness center dedicated to providing solutions not helped by our current medical paradigm. As a Licensed Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Cutler has the highest training, and gets to the root of your problems. See ad page 5.

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 nutritiobinal 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 ads pages 19, 21 & 23.

FUNDAMENTAL HEALING, P.C.

Gretchen Perry, FNP-BC, NP-C 29829 Telegraph Rd., Southfield Fundamental-Healing.com • 248-809-9384 Functional Medicine for all ages, delivered in the home or office that seeks to treat the root cause of disease in the least invasive, most natural way possible. See ad page 12.

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LONGEVITY HEALTH INSTITUTE Madison Heights • 248-548-3060 Rochester Hills • 248-289-6643 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 T h e r a p y : Vi t a m i n s , Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support; HBOT - Hyperbaric O2.

RESTORATIVE MEDICINE CENTER Teresa Birkmeier-Fredal MD Rochester Hills • 248-289-6349 RestorativeMedCenter.com

Our goal is to help people in good health maintain their well being, while assisting those with complex chronic illness to restore well being. Services include IV nutrient therapy, hormone balancing, nutritional counseling, individualized functional medicine evaluations and treatment. See ad page 17.

WALLER WELLNESS CENTER

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“I feel better now than I did for the last 40 years! “ - Chris K. Washington, MI 62 years old.

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It is great seeing her. I am learning a lot and I recommend anybody coming to see her. I don’t have a problem going in my car and having to ﬁnd out where the nearest bathroom or anything like that so that is a huge improvement and a lot off of my mind. ~Melinda C., Sterling Heights 53, years old

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