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A growing number of Americans are moving toward plant-based foods. Most come to a plant-based diet for personal, planetary or animal welfare reasons, but stay for the flavorful foods that they discover along their dietary journey—and the health benefits they reap.

Our main feature shares the secrets of making this a seamless transition in “The

Roots of Good Health: Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet,” a development that comes with the promise of glowing health and expanding culinary horizons.

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We take this concept a step further with “Meatless Makeover: A Plant-Based Spin on

Classic Dishes,” complete with a mouth-watering recipe for Walnut Meat Tacos.

Plants also play a starring role in other important aspects of our lives in “Vegan Fit-

ness: A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet,” which explains how eating lower on the food chain benefits body, soul and the environment.

The use of cannabidiol (CBD) is a hot topic; the popularity of tinctures, capsules and

lotions has grown exponentially along with the science to prove their efficacy in remediating physical pain. Newer, but equally as robust, is the viability of CBD as a remedy for mental health-related issues, experts say, pointing to anxiety, depression and stress as the top three applications. Our Healing Ways department article, “CBD’s New Frontier: Help for Mental Health,” reveals the healing powers hemp-based oil.

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14 THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH

Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

18 CBD’S NEW FRONTIER Help for Mental Health

20 COLD-BUSTERS

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Natural Remedies for Kids

22 VEGAN FITNESS

A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet

24 MEATLESS MAKEOVER

A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

26 KIBBLE QUANDARY

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A Fresh Look at Pet Food

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news briefs

Prepare for Allergy Season Now

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ucky Aaron Li, registered acupuncturist and founder of Livonia Acupuncture, says, “Seasonal allergies are indicative of your health in the proceeding season. Take the transition from winter to spring as an example. In the winter, stress can weaken immunity.

Examples include working too hard; not resting or sleeping enough; going to bed too late; exercising too strenuously without resting and refueling the body; and getting wiped out by a nasty cold or flu. And don’t forget about running around during the holidays buying gifts for friends and family. All these factors can produce qi deficiency, Lucky Aaron Li which in turn weakens the immune system.”

He explains, “The allergic reactions the body produces serves as a warning to us—it is time to take better care of ourselves. Acupuncture can recalibrate the body’s natural flow and strengthen the immune system. When the body is in its natural flow, the body will naturally attuned with nature and allergy symptoms will go away.

Location: inside The Sanctuary, 36616 Plymouth Rd., Livonia. For more information and to make appointments call 248-697-4146, email Contact@LivoniaAcupuncture.com or visit LivoniaAcu.com. See ad, page 30.

Homeopathic Solutions for Behavioral Issues with Children

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acqueline Featherly, ND, will provide a review of the major mental, emotional and behavioral health concerns of childhood from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 7, at Naturopathic Institute of Therapies & Education (NITE), in Mount Pleasant. Topics include oppositional defiant disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome and pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder associated w/streptococcal infections.

Attendees will learn how to identify the differences and discuss how to find the best protocol for the child. Proven remedies and cases will be visited, as well as practice cases. Featherly has more than 40 years of experience and is also an instructor at NITE. Cost is $89. Location: 503 E. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant. To register, call 989-317-4787 or visit NaturopathicCommunityCenter.org. See ad, page 5.

Clients that may benefit from this work include: • Anyone suffering from an “itis” (arthritis, colitis, etc.)

• Old injuries • Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Sleep Concerns, Fatigue, Stress • Tight Muscles

• Physical Imbalances • Chronic Pain • Inability to Conceive, or Miscarriages • Unexplained Weight-Gain or Loss • Inability to Quit (smoking, drinking, abusing yourself)

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Getting from Farm to Fork

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ood, energy, water and climate crises, plus a global rise in obesity amidst widespread hunger and undernutrition have re-focused public attention on the deficiencies and complexities of the global food system. Yet, the diversity of alternative food systems demonstrates that food systems can be nutrition-sensitive, socially just and sustainable.

Food Literacy for All, a lecture series hosted by the University of Michigan, Detroit Food Policy Council and Food Lab Detroit, meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through April at Angell Hall, Auditorium B, 419 South State Street, in Ann Arbor. Community members may RSVP at Tinyurl.com/ FoodLiteracyForAll.

The annual Local Food Summit 2020 will meet from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 9 at the

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Morris Lawrence Building of Washtenaw Community College, 4800 East Huron River Drive, in Ann Arbor, with keynote speaker farmer activist and author of Farming While Black, Leah Penniman. Register at LocalFoodsummit.org.

Transforming food systems will require coordinated effort, discipline and practical perspectives for understanding how value systems shape food and agriculture.

Lincoln Park Farmers’ Market Seeks Sponsors

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he Lincoln Park Farmers' Market is in its 14th season with vendors selling assorted locally grown produce and locally made specialty foods and crafts with hundreds of patrons each weekend. The market is open June through October on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the corner of Fort Street and Southfield Road. A new Business Extras program is designed for the businesses outside the vendor market niche that would like to be at the market, including demonstration of their products and services to increase sales.

The Lincoln Park Farmers' Market sponsor program offers opportunities at different levels designed to fit every size business or organization. The sponsorship plan is a great opportunity to feature a business and be represented as a supporter of the market.

For more information or to sponsor this year’s market, call Leslie Lynch-Wilson at 313-427-0443 or email lpfm@inbox.com.

Receive Messages from Beyond the Veil

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he eighth annual Spring Enlightened Soul Expo, sponsored by the Enlightened Soul Center, Crazy Wisdom Bookstore & Tea Room and Body Mind Spirit Guide, will take place from 10 a.m. to 6

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news briefs p.m., March 28, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 29, at a new spring venue, Saline Middle School. This is the largest indoor holistic/ psychic event in Michigan, with more than 150 booths from around the Midwest, featuring vendors, bodyworkers, readers and presentations.

The auditorium offers nine gallery readings with eight different mediums giving messages from loved ones in spirit for audience members, and an additional room with nine informational presentations on topics such as energy work, angels, altars and 5D consciousness.

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Admission is $11 with discounts for students, kids, and weekend passes. Location: 7190 N. Maple Rd., Saline. For more information, visit EnlightenedSoulExpo.com. See ad, page 9.

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Detroit Culture is on the Rise

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ayor Mike Duggan is rebuilding Detroit one neighborhood at a time. His goals have been steadfast: to build population, increase employment and improve residents’ lives. We cannot separate the growth in our city from the growth we want in our arts and culture industry. So, Director of Arts and Culture Rochelle Riley unveiled a new comprehensive arts and culture plan that begins with the creation of the Office of Arts, Culture and Entrepreneurship (ACE), a hub for art and culture for the city.

The city is home to the Detroit Institute of Arts, recording artists and murals across the entire city. After meeting for a year with residents, musicians, sculptors and painters, the three goals of the new plan are using arts and culture as catalysts for neighborhood growth; honoring the city’s existing treasures with improved promotion and branding; and partnerships with new and longtime arts programs, artists and residents to increase entrepreneurship.

They also announced the creation of the City of Detroit Arts Fund, a program accepting tax-deductible donations to Detroit arts programs and treasures.

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The FUTURE of Health Care Begins with NUTRITION 7th Annual P-POD Conference at Eastern Michigan University

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ay 30 to June 1 offers unique opportunities to hear from 36 recognized medical experts about preventing, or even treating, the major chronic diseases that generate 90% of U.S. healthcare expenditures, through nutrition action and lifestyle measures. The 7th annual national nonprofit Plantbased Prevention Of Disease (P-POD) Conference will be held at Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, near Detroit’s airport. While welcoming the public and students, the conference offers up to 18 continuing education credit hours to physicians, nurses, dietitians, lifestyle medicine practitioners and most health professionals. P-POD seeks to maintain affordable registration costs, without accepting any commercial funding, sponsorships or influence.

Keynote speakers will be cardiologist and disease reversal clinic founder Baxter Montgomery, M.D., American College of Lifestyle Medicine founder John H. Kelly, Jr., M.D. and lifestyle medicine visionary Saray Stancic, M.D. Specialist presenters include seven Registered Dietitians, M.D.s Dean and Ayesha Sherzai on Alzheimer’s and dementia prevention, Milton Mills, M.D., and Lauren Ornelas, with a bachelor of arts on food justice and access issues, diabetes reversal researcher Hana Kahleova, M.D., Ph.D., microbiome and colon cancer researcher Stephen J. O'Keefe, M.D., and others regarding chronic kidney disease, pediatrics, emotional health and food addictions.

Saturday afternoon’s special opening session, jointly sponsored with Michigan nonprofit Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group (PBNSG), may be attended separately by the public at extremely low cost. It features stellar speakers such as American College of Cardiology’s Past President Kim A. Williams, Sr., Brenda Davis, RD and chef Nina Curtis, MBA, plus keynoter Dr. Stancic and PBNSG’s own Paul Chatlin and Lisa Smith, MBA.

Registration includes vegan whole-food meals beginning Saturday evening, and affordable walkable campus housing may be booked.

For more information, visit P-Pod.org. See ad page 25.

Superfoods for a Super You!

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oringa has been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties and health benefits. It has antifungal, antiviral, antidepressant, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Moringa is very important for health, beauty and much more. Below are just a few of the benficial uses for Moringa: WHY MORINGA FROM A VOLCANO? Our Moringa products are harvested from the pure volcanic soil of the Caribbean. Because volcanic soil is the richest soil mother nature has to offer. The explosion of lava and ash forces the precious stones and minerals to the surface, making the stones and minerals digestible through plant life.

Diamond, Gold, Silver, Copper, and Zinc, are found in the soil and make their way into the plants from that region, thus our plants are enriched with the nutrients that you won’t find in any other Moringa product on the market.

So, when you ingest our products, you’re in a sense consuming the same precious stones that we wear on our bodies!

PROTECTING HAIR AND SKIN. Moringa seed oil is beneficial for keeping hair and skin clean and healthy. Moringa also contains protein, which means it is helpful in protecting skin cells from damage. It also contains hydrating and detoxifying elements, which also boost the skin and hair. It can be successful in curing skin infections and sores.

PREVENTING CANCER. Moringa extracts contain properties that might help prevent cancer developing. It also contains niazimicin, which is a compound that suppresses the development of cancer cells.

FOR DIABETES. Moringa helps to reduce the amount of glucose in the blood, as well as sugar and protein in the urine. This improves the hemoglobin levels and overall protein content in those tested.

REDUCING MENOPAUSAL SYMPTOMS. Some medical studies show that adding fresh moringa leaves to food for three months improves menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and sleeping problems in healthy, postmenopausal women.

ASTHMA. For a study published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology in 2008, 20 patients with mild-to-moderate asthma were given finely powdered seed kernels of moringa for three weeks. By the study’s end, participants showed significant improvement in their symptoms and in the severity of their asthma attacks.

TRY OUR AMAZING SEA MOSS TOO! Sea Moss from the Caribbean is one of the most powerful superfoods in the Ocean. Apart from its powerful anti-inflammatory effects, this red algae is packed with Protein, Fiber, Selenium, Iodine, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Phosphorus, and Zinc. It’s benefits include: improved digestive health, thyroid support, weight loss, improved mental health, increased fertility, decreased erectile dysfunction and beauty aid.

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health briefs

Take Folic Acid to Reduce Stroke Risk Researchers from Beijing Geriatric Hospital, in a meta-analysis of 12 studies involving 47,523 patients with cardiovascular disease, found that those that supplemented with folic acid (vitamin B9) reduced their risk of stroke by 15 percent. Folic acid, which the study authors called a “safe and inexpensive therapy,” lowers levels of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to heart disease; research indicates that 0.5 to 5 milligrams daily can reduce homocysteine levels by approximately 25 percent.

Practice Yoga to Help the Brain It’s long been known that vigorous, sweaty aerobics strengthen the brain and help grow new neurons, but the latest research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign shows that practicing gentle hatha yoga enhances many of those same brain structures and functions. The analysis, published in Brain Plasticity, examined 11 studies that used brain-imaging techniques to evaluate outcomes of hatha yoga, which involves body movements, meditation and breathing exercises. The researchers concluded that the hippocampus, which is involved in memory processing and typically shrinks with age, increased in volume with yoga. The amygdala, which helps regulate emotions, tends to be larger in yoga practitioners. Other brain regions that are larger or more efficient in enthusiasts are the prefrontal cortex, essential to planning and decision-making; the default mode network, involved in planning and memory; and the cingulate cortex, which plays a key role in emotional regulation, learning and memory.

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Old-Fashioned Spring Cleanse The concept of spring cleansing is a very old tradition that comes from many generations before the average person had health insurance or could afford to go to the doctor.

It was widely understood that many people got sick from colds and flus around the change of the season, and they practiced the spring cleansing rituals.

Common remedies were cod liver oil, enemas and hot toddies to build up immune systems or fight colds. These were the ways that poor people survived and the first best way of taking care of ourselves and allowing the body’s immune system to do the three things it was designed to do: recognize, respond and remember.

The body is designed to recognize what is and is not beneficial that comes in from the outside.

Next, it is supposed to respond to invaders or threats by creating antibodies that will digest, engulf, neutralize or destroy them and remember them so that if they return, they will be repelled again.

There are three things that herbs and natural remedies can do in order to accomplish this, called the ABCs of health. They stand for Activate, Build and Cleanse. We use herbs such as echinacea and goldenseal to activate the immune system in time of need, but don’t use them all the time, just like antibiotics.

Cod liver oil, vitamin C, rose hips even cayenne pepper and super foods build up the immune system to prevent illness and help us recover faster from it. Lastly, we flush the system with water by drinking and irrigating the bowels (enemas and colonics), cleansing herbs such as cascara sagrada, senna and psyllium to move the waste out of the body and assist the immune system in working more efficiently.

Jesse R. Brown, ND, is the owner of the Detroit Wholistic Center, located at 20944 Grand River Ave., in Detroit. For more information, call 313-538-5433, email Detroit Wholistic@gmail.com or visit Detroit WholisticCenter.com. See ad, page 20.

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Green Flying

First Commercial E-Plane Makes History

Electric propulsion has long been a goal of aviation manufacturers to lessen the carbon footprint of air travel.

On December 11, Vancouver, Canada-based Harbour Air launched the first successful test flight of an all-electric aircraft. Founder and CEO Greg McDougall piloted a 1956 de Havilland Beaver seaplane, rechristened the ePlane. Retrofitted with a 750-horsepower magni500 motor by MagniX, it took off from a dock on the Fraser River in Richmond, British Columbia, and flew for four minutes. The certification process will take one to two years. After that, the retrofits of the company’s existing fleet of small planes can begin. The challenge for airlines seeking to go green with large aircraft is that current technology leaves electric engines relatively weak for their weight and they have a short battery life, but these factors do not deter Harbour Air, which went carbon-neutral in 2007 and flies mostly short hops in the Northwest.

Viva Agave Tequila Waste Turned into Bio-Straws

Jose Cuervo, the bestselling tequila maker globally, has initiated an eco-friendly process of salvaging the leftover agave fibers from its distilling process and upcycling them into a more sustainable alternative to regular plastic straws. The biodegradable drinking straw will decompose up to 200 times faster than regular plastic. Made with an agave biobased and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved composite, the new straws replace about a third of the polymers used in traditional straw production, and at the end of its lifecycle a straw can be consumed by microorganisms to fully biodegrade within one to five years in landfill conditions. The company plans to distribute millions of the straws this year at bars, restaurants and Jose Cuervo events across the U.S. and Mexico.

Waste-to-Energy ‘Matterhorn’

Sustainable Power With a Recreational Bonus

Copenhagen has dramatically refashioned the look and function of a power station with a new state-of-the-art, waste-to-power plant that powers 200,000 homes and doubles—actually, sextuples—as a ski slope, a climbing wall, a viewing tower, a hiking and running trail network, and a bar and restaurant. Named Copenhill, “It is the cleanest waste-to-energy power plant in the world,” says architect Bjarke Ingels. “It is a crystal clear example of ‘Hedonistic Sustainability’ because a sustainable city is not only better for the environment, it is also more enjoyable for the lives of its citizens.” The building, 278 feet tall at its apex, has a glass elevator for viewing the inner workings of how the city’s trash is transformed into both Palau Bans Chemicals electricity and heating, as well to Save Reefs as the best view in town of the Palau is the first country in the harbor. It has three ski lifts that world to ban ecologically harmful serve a one-third-mile course sunscreens containing oxybencoated with a special “plastic zone and octinoxate. Studies have grass” that provides the perfound the ingredients cause coral fect friction for both skiing and DNA to mutate in the larval stage, snowboarding. It even features which prevents coral from growthe tallest climbing wall in the ing properly and makes it more world, designed with overhangs susceptible to bleaching. Palau, and ledges of white, like an icy with a population of about 20,000 mountain. Ingels says 97 perpeople spread across 340 islands cent of Copenhagen residents between Australia and Japan, is a get their heating as a byproduct diving hotspot for tourists, and one of energy production from an of its lagoons has been named an integrated system in which the official UNESCO World Heritage electricity, heating and waste Site. President Tommy Remengesau disposal are combined into a says, “We have to live and respect single process. Copenhagen the environment, because the has a goal of becoming the environment is the nest of life.” world’s first carbon-neutral city by 2025.

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THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

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hether identifying as vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian or other veggie-friendly variant, a growing number of Americans are moving away from meat products and toward plant-rich foods. Most come to a plant-based diet for personal, planetary or animal welfare reasons; however, they stay for the flavorful foods they discover along their dietary journey and the health benefits they reap.

Marly McMillen-Beelman was prescribed medications to alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. “I knew I didn’t want to be on prescriptions, so I decided to change my diet, beginning by giving up meat, dairy and eggs. I immediately felt much better and my symptoms went away naturally,” says the Kansas City, Missouri, author of The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook and founder of Chopped Academy, an online resource for food bloggers. “Now I eat an even greater variety of food than I did before I went vegan.”

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cans identified as vegan and 5 percent as vegetarian in a recent Gallup Poll, a 2018 report by restaurant consultants Baum + Whiteman indicates that about 83 percent are eating more plant-based foods.

Embarking on a plant-based diet is a lifelong adventure, but it can take time to adjust. Experts recommend a healthy dose of self-love with the newfound fondness for fruits and veggies. “Give yourself some slack and realize that dietary changes do not happen overnight,” says April Murray, a registered dietician in Costa Mesa, California. “Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils.”

A plant-oriented diet also can be flexible; health advocates encourage individuals to find a diet that works for them and their families. Leah Webb, the Asheville, North Carolina, author of Simple and Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Whole Foods on a Restrictive Diet, has adapted her diet over time to accommodate her family’s health needs. Although Webb has always maintained a plant-rich diet, she began incor-

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porating some animal products when her son was born. “He had severe food allergies and asthma, and needed a more diverse diet,” explains Webb, whose daughter also has cystic fibrosis. Cutting out grains was a game-changer in “calming down his gut, where most of immune response lies,” says Webb. “He is now off asthma medication and the number of allergens he suffers from has dropped from seven to two.”

Webb’s family eats bountifully from their backyard garden, complemented by meat and produce from local farmers’ markets, where she can be certain the foods were produced sustainably and humanely.

“I use meat to flavor soups or accent vegetables, rather than as the star of the show.

I like to focus on real flavors, using lots of garlic, herbs and spices,” says Webb.

Murray, author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook: 300 Recipes for Starting—and Maintaining—the Pegan Diet, follows that diet, a mash-up of paleo and vegan regimens that focuses on whole, fresh and sustainable food high in healthy fats and vitamins. The Pegan diet eschews

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refined sugar and highly processed foods, while allowing meat, poultry, fish and eggs, as well as gluten-free grains, legumes and dairy products in small amounts.

“This diet can be helpful to different people in so many ways,” says Murray.

“For people with diabetes and blood sugar dysregulation, this high-fiber diet can help lower blood sugar and insulin levels. Heart health will improve, as you’ll be eating less animal products, which can be high in cholesterol and saturated fat. Many individuals also find themselves losing unwanted weight as they get filled up so quickly with these whole foods.”

Plant-Based Nutrition Made Easy

While some worry about getting sufficient nutrients on a largely plant-based diet, nutrition experts say these fears are unfounded. “People think they need to calculate every nutrient, but if you eat a plant-centered, whole-foods diet, you will get every vitamin and mineral you need to thrive,” says Ocean Robbins, co-founder of the Food Revolution Network and author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World. Legumes, nuts and seeds are all healthy, abundant sources of protein and iron.

Reed Mangels, author of Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy: Your All-in-One Guide to a Healthy, Holistic, Plant-Based Pregnancy, busts the myth that cow’s milk is a must for growing bones. “Calcium, vitamin D and protein are the nutrients we usually associate with bone health. One easy way to get all three is a soy-based or pea protein-based plant milk that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D,” says Mangels, adding that green vegetables like kale, bok choy, collards and broccoli are great sources of calcium.

“‘Eating the rainbow’ is great way to make sure you’re consuming a variety of nutrients,” offers London-based Ben Pook, who co-authored the cookbook So Vegan in 5 with his partner Roxy Pope. “Many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants bring their own distinctive colors to fruits and vegetables, so preparing colorful meals is a simple way of getting as many nutrients into your diet as possible.”

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Getting Social

Dietary changes can be challenging to navigate initially, particularly when faced with social situations ranging from family gatherings to cohabitation. Having a good plan going into such situations can help ease the transition, say experts. “Never show up to an event hungry. You will be more likely to make a good decision if you are nourished.

On the way there, remind yourself why you are making the transition to plant-based eating,” suggests Murray.

“I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. If I go to a family dinner and someone has made something special for me, but they used a non-vegan cheese, I will respect my family member’s effort and eat some of it. These situations will pop up from time to time, and the more you can be compassionate with yourself, the better,” says McMillen-Beelman.

“If you are living with people who are not joining you in making a dietary shift, agree to respect each other’s choices.

Make it a shared learning journey rather than a power struggle,” says Robbins. For example, he suggests making a vegetarian base and allowing those that want animal products to add them as toppings. A burrito bar can accommodate all diets by allowing people to add their own fixings

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Plant Prep Made Easy

Plant-based chefs have plenty of kitchen hacks for making food prep and planning fun and easy. Robbins suggests finding goto recipes to put on repeat. “Your prep time goes down a lot as you make the same dish, and the familiarity will help you develop lasting habits around new food patterns,” he says.

Webb incorporates a healthy protein, fat and vegetable into every meal, even breakfast, but cooks in batches and freezes portions or repurposes leftovers to simplify mealtimes. “You’ll get burned out if you try to cook something from scratch every

meal,” says Webb. “We eat a lot of eggs because we raise chickens, so I’ll do baked frittatas I can reheat during the week.”

Advance meal prep can take the pressure off busy times like the weekday breakfast rush, adds Robbins. One of his favorite breakfasts involves soaking oats and chia seeds overnight, which he tops in the morning with some unsweetened soy or coconut milk, chopped banana, frozen blueberries, and a dash of maple syrup, vanilla and nutmeg. “It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and phytonutrients,” he says.

Webb encourages people to get out of their food comfort zones by experimenting with approximate ingredients, like swapping kabocha or honeynut squash for butternut squash.

Robbins also suggests making social connections with others on the same path by cooking them a meal, organizing a meal swap or sharing extras. “It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life. Start where you are and remember it’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. Have love, dignity and compassion toward yourself and others along the journey,” he says.

April Thompson is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

Plant-Based Primer

avigating the lexicon of plant-based diets can be tricky, and choosing a diet even trickier. Here’s a brief guide to some of the commonly used terms.

Flexitarians eat a mainly vegetarian diet, but will consume meat on occasion.

Pegans (a term coined by Dr. Mark Hyman, who follows the diet) focus on eating vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, meat, fish and eggs, while avoiding dairy, grains, legumes, sugar and processed foods.

Pescatarians like radio host Howard Stern eat fish, seafood and other forms of animal products such as dairy, but don’t eat other forms of meat such as chicken, beef or pork.

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to a base of beans and tortillas, whether those be dairy options like cheese and sour cream or vegan-friendly guacamole and salsa.

For families with kids, being flexible and inclusive can help make changes feel more positive and sustainable. “We never eat processed foods at home, but parties are that time I tell my kids they can eat whatever they want,” says Webb.

“Get your children involved, so that they are more engaged in the eating experience. Let your children pick out recipes or snacks for the week. Make the food look pretty and it will taste more satisfying,” adds Murray.

Plant-based diets, followed by celebrities like Ben Stiller, consist mostly or entirely of foods derived from plants, including vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and fruits, with few or no animal products.

Vegans don’t consume any animal products, including eggs, dairy, honey or gelatin. Famous vegans include Ellen DeGeneres, Betty White, Beyonce, Bill Clinton, Madonna and Venus Williams.

Vegetarians refrain from meat and seafood, but will consume dairy or other animal byproducts such as honey. Well-known vegetarians include Albert Einstein, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Doris Day, Jane Goodall, Kristen Wiig and Prince.

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DWS founders Amelia Wilhelm and the late Dr. Rudolf Wilhelm opened the school during the Civil Rights turmoil of the 1960s, bringing the unique curriculum and philosophy developed by Rudolf Steiner to a city that needed healing. Students

spend a lot of time outdoors year-round.

Teachers support families in making parenting decisions that are healthy for their entire families, and parents may participate in parent education and community program opportunities. Teachers address the comprehensive developmental needs of the child, working with parents closely to create an ideal environment for a thriving childhood.

With a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, DWS has an Accessible Tuition program to make Waldorf education available to a wide array of students and families. Created in 2009, the program ensures that acceptance of a child into the school does not depend on the financial resources of the family, because every family adds value to the school community.

Teachers often stay with a class from first through eight grades, giving them a chance to get to know the students and tailor the education to each student’s unique needs, as well as create a harmonious group of peers that truly grow up together and stay connected. The student population draws from Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties; high school and college instructors say DWS graduates are often their top students and many go on to create entrepreneurial careers.

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2017 study published in Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports.

CBD can possibly treat a wide range of conditions, from fear of public speaking to bipolar and post-traumatic stress disorders, but more research is needed, experts say. A 2018 clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests CBD offers potential in treating psychosis. More recently, researchers in a 2019 case study of 27 patients published by the Permanente Journal concluded, “Cannabidiol may hold benefit for anxiety-related disorders.”

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by Julie Marshall

hen Kaye Herbert’s husband brought home a free sample of cannabidiol (CBD) oil, she didn’t hesitate to give it a try. Having heard about its calming effects, she gave CBD to her three sons, whose attention deficit hyperactivity disorder made home-schooling difficult due to frequent tantrums and lack of focus. “I didn’t expect CBD to be miraculous, but I was surprised that my kids’ frustrations were greatly reduced,” says the Austin, Texas, mom. “We weren’t seeing the severity of meltdowns.”

The use of CBD in tinctures, capsules and lotions has grown exponentially, along with the science to prove its efficacy in remediating physical pain. Newer, but equally as robust, is the viability of CBD as a remedy for mental health-related issues, experts say, pointing to anxiety, depression and stress as the top three applications.

However, as an unregulated supplement, CBD presents a challenge for consumers in its ubiquity from CBD-infused pillows to gummies, soaps and even pet food. Discerning purity, dosage and safety are real concerns for those that may grab any bottle off the shelf.

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tions for serious disorders, experts say. But for anxiety and emotional well-being, CBD is largely heralded as a safe and natural choice by providers well-versed in CBD, such as Peter Bongiorno, past president of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians. “It’s really important for people to know their options and to keep looking for what works for them,” he says.

The Feel-Good Molecule

CBD, a compound extracted from the hemp plant, is appealing because it can raise the level of cannabinoids—feel-good molecules naturally created within the human body.

“When we can’t sleep or are stressed out, cannabinoid levels go way down,” Bongiorno says. While prescription drugs overwhelm the body with adverse side effects, CBD can healthfully bring back balance.

But CBD won’t trigger an altered state because there is little to no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical in marijuana that produces a high, he says, adding that he starts patients at a low daily dose of 25 milligrams.

It’s important to talk with a physician about drug interactions, Bongiorno says.

For instance, CBD can increase levels of blood-thinning medications, according to a

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The most important step consumers can take to find a safe, quality product is to know where their CBD comes from, experts say.

Lara Miller is an organic farmer in Lafayette, Colorado, who in 2017 dedicated a parcel of her two-acre farm to growing hemp for her business, North Field Farmacy. “I added in hemp because it is a dynamic plant that produces fiber, seed and medicine for us humans, all at the same time,” she says.

Miller’s small, women-owned business grows the leafy plants outdoors in organic soil and harvests by hand. “We test in the field, post-harvest, during extraction and in the final product,” she says. “We know our product is clean and pure and potent.”

This isn’t always the case. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that in 84 CBD products sold online by 31 companies, 26 percent contained less CBD than the amount listed on the label.

Miller receives weekly calls from those wanting to purchase her plants and start a CBD business. “What bothers me the most is that not one person has asked how my hemp is grown,” she says. “It all feels like a big grab; the integrity isn’t there.”

Miller continues to decline these requests and spends her days on the farm, where—come harvest time—she, alongside her crew, engages in some visualizations.

“We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them.”

Julie Marshall is a Colorado-based writer and author. Connect with her at Flying Burros@gmail.com.

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Although many worried parents reach for cold and cough medicines, antihistamines or even antibiotics, there is little evidence that these ease symptoms or hasten recovery, and they may even cause harm, according to reports from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

The AAP suggests some natural approaches for symptoms, including sponging for fevers as well as hydration, honey and chest rubs.

A metastudy published in American Family Physician in 2012 found that treatment with buckwheat honey, Umcka ColdCare, nasal saline irrigation, a vapor rub or zinc sulfate “may decrease cold symptoms in children.” Here are those and some other natural strategies:

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Hydration to flush out germs: “If your child doesn’t like drinking water, add a spritz of lemon, ginger, crushed berries or fruit juice to give it some flavor,” advises Heather Tynan, ND, of Evergreen Naturopathic, in San Diego. A child can also drink coconut water or suck on frozen berries or popsicles.

Honey for sleeplessness and coughs: Honey can

kill both viruses and bacteria, and in a Pennsylvania State University study, a bedtime teaspoon of buckwheat honey beat out dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant used in over-the-counter cold

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and cough medicines, in helping kids sleep better and cough less. (But don’t give honey to a kid under age 1 because of the risk of botulism.)

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Chest rub to ease congestion: A chest rub can

help clear a child’s congestion, but choose natural ingredients like aloe, eucalyptus, lavender and rosemary; that’s a safer bet than the standard mentholated products which can cause breathing problems in toddlers. Natural alternatives are sold at health food stores, and a do-it-yourself version can be made simply by mixing together one cup of coconut oil, 20 drops of eucalyptus oil and 10 drops of peppermint oil.

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Essential oils to fight infection: A combination

of five essential oils—clove, lemon, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus and rosemary, commonly known as four thieves—has antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and immune-stimulating properties, says Tynan. “Diffuse it in your child’s room, or dilute well (about one to two drops per five milliliters of carrier oil) and apply under their nose, behind their ears and on the back of their neck, on their chest and on the soles of their feet.”

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Saltwater gargle for a sore throat: As soon as

anyone in her family shows signs of getting sick, they begin gargling with salt water, says Tangela Walker-Craft, a mother and former teacher in Lakeland, Florida. “Saltwater loosens mucus and flushes bacteria out of the throat. It will also help to reduce swelling,” she says.

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recent meta-analysis in Complementary Therapies in Medicine concluded that elderberry syrup (in stores as Sambucol) reduces the duration and severity of cold and flu symptoms. “The syrup is sweet and delicious, so typically very easy to get children to take,” says naturopathic doctor Kiera Smialek, of Scottsdale, Arizona. Umcka ColdCare, based on the South African geranium, halved cold symptoms in five days compared to a placebo in a University of Chicago study.

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Zinc sulfate to shorten a cold: If taken within the first 24 hours of symptoms, zinc sulfate tablets or syrup can reduce colds by a day or more, studies suggest.

Warming socks to boost immunity: This odd-sounding strategy “increases circulation, decreases chest congestion and increases the activity of the immune system,” says Smialek. Soak a pair of cotton socks in ice cold water. Wring them out and place them on the child’s feet. Cover them with thick dry socks, ideally wool. Keep them on overnight. In the morning, the wet, cotton socks will be dry.

“Remember, the best remedies for cold and flu are rest and time,” says Tynan. In the meantime, though, steps like these “can help you kick it much faster and reduce some symptoms while you’re doing so.”

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VEGAN FITNESS A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet

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by Marlaina Donato

ennis champion Venus Williams and New England Patriots star quarterback Tom Brady are among the athletes that opt for healthy, plant-dominant diets to reach their personal best, a trend that belies some misconceptions about what it means to be vegan. “Going vegan implies a larger, lifestyle choice based on personal ethics, but athletes report that they just feel better,” says Brenda Carey, editor-in-chief of Vegan Health and Fitness Magazine.

“They’re also surprised at how well they put on muscle after making this dietary change.”

A balanced vegan diet can provide everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease. A 2018 meta-analysis of 40 studies published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One concludes that a plant-powered diet fosters a healthier cardio-metabolic profile. According to Dutch researchers, amping up nutrition from plants may also lower the risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Devotees report unexpected perks.

“I recover faster. I also have more natural energy without the need for caffeine and reduced inflammation, as confirmed in blood tests,” says Matt Tullman, managing partner of the community-building website NoMeatAthlete.com and CEO of vegan supplement maker Complement, in Boulder, Colorado.

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Bolstering the diet with foods like quinoa, chia seeds, nut butters and vegan energy powders, as well as combining foods for a more complete protein profile, is important. For example, pairing wholegrain rice with beans makes a complete protein, says Stefanie Moir, international vegan fitness coach and founder of VeganAesthetics. co.uk, in Glasgow, Scotland.

“Eating a wide variety of foods across the plant kingdom ensures that you reach your fitness goals,” says Moir, who trains six days a week and opts for a breakfast of oats with nut butter and chia seeds.

“If you want a ‘superfood’ component, you can add cacao powder for antioxidants and a great chocolate taste.”

Tullman acknowledges that there are some exceptions to protein requirements—especially for the elderly, individuals with certain chronic diseases and pregnant women—but he notes that daily protein needs are less than we’ve been conditioned to believe. “If you track your macronutrients through a day, you’ll find that you’re getting adequate protein.”

Professional bodybuilder Torre Washington, in Tamarac, Florida, keeps it simple. “We’re all unique individuals, so it’s up to each person to test things without fear of lack.” The National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified coach loves antioxidant-rich blueberries, filling apples and potassium-packed bananas, and tends to choose calorically lower, nutritionally dense foods during periods that he’s competing.

Carey suggests vegan meal delivery services as an option and vegan-friendly restaurants in a pinch, but attests to an easy system of meal prep for consistency. “Some people like to meal prep one day a week—cooking brown rice, quinoa and chopping veggies. This way, you can just throw it together when it’s time to eat,” she says. “You can also eat more simply and throw a bunch of yummy fruits or veggies into the blender for smoothies or soups.”

For added fortification, some experts recommend supplementing with vegan sources of vitamin B12, especially for active women in their child-bearing years and older individuals, because B12 absorption is compromised as we age. Adding a vegan source of vitamin D is also a wise choice if exposure to natural sunlight is not adequate.

The Big Picture

For the vegan athlete, workout gear that doesn’t contain wool or leather is the way to go. “Making conscious choices expands beyond your plate, and a lot of brands have vegan-friendly shoes,” says Moir.

“The difference between ‘plant-based’ and ‘vegan’ has to do with ethical motivations and treatment of animals,” says Tullman. “Natural fibers such as cotton and synthetic fabrics like polyester are fine.”

The path of vegan fitness can not only offer health benefits, but also a personal connection to the Earth. “It’s given me an opportunity to share my journey with others and to allow them to reach their own specific goals,” says Washington. “Mentally, it’s given me more depth of thought and spiritually connected me with the ‘YOUniverse’ as a whole.”

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Meatless Makeover A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

by April Thompson

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hen contemplating a shift toward a plant-based diet, some may prematurely mourn the loss of their favorite meaty classics.

Luckily, enterprising vegan chefs have experimented with flavors and textures that will lure almost any palate into loving a plant-based version of their favorite dishes without resorting to processed foods.

“Plant-based versions of classic dishes offer all the nutritional benefits of plants without the cholesterol and saturated fats from animal products,” says chef and author Marly McMillen-Beelman. “You don’t have to abandon all your favorite foods to become vegan—just veganize them.”

The Kansas City chef makes carrot “dogs”, for example, by roasting carrots in a savory mix of tamari, agave, miso, paprika and garlic for a cookout-worthy treat. McMillen-Beelman’s cookbook The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook also offers many bean- and legume-based versions of classic sandwiches, like a vegan “Big Mac” with quinoa and pinto beans; a 24

burger made from oats, black beans and pecans; meatballs from tofu and lentils; and a chicken salad based on tempeh, a fermented, soy-based, high-protein product with a nutty flavor.

“A lot of people like using tempeh, tofu or jackfruit for a meaty texture. It needs to be well seasoned, but so does meat,” suggests Ocean Robbins, author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your

cranberries, to add natural sweetness and phytonutrients. “I use canned jackfruit because it’s much easier to find and cook with than the expensive jumbo whole fruit,” she says.

Ben Pook, the London co-author with Roxy Pope of So Vegan in 5, says mushrooms lend substance and umami flavor to vegan dishes such as a mushroom, sage and onion Wellington as a substitute for the classic beef Wellington.

“We use portobello mushrooms for their meaty texture, which we surround with a sage and onion stuffing—all wrapped in vegan puff pastry to create a centerpiece worthy of any dinner party,” says Pook, whose cookbook features dozens of plantbased recipes that contain only five ingredients each, such as a broccoli alfredo with cashews, broccolini, tagliatelle pasta, nutritional yeast and garlic.

Nuts can also work wonders in a vegetarian dish, such as Pook and Pope’s walnut meat tacos, which blend toasted walnuts together with spices like cumin, paprika, garlic and chili powder to create a mince-like texture built into a taco with toppings galore.

Many classic dishes can also be adapted by simply leaving out the meat and letting the spices, herbs and vegetables shine through; for example, in a vegan shepherd’s pie, go with penne pasta with red sauce or a garlicky pesto with extra nuts, greens and olive oil in lieu of cheese.

Sweet tooth cravings can be satisfied with healthy, plant-based versions of classic desserts, substituting aquafaba (the

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“To mimic cheese, some combination of nuts and nutritional yeast, cultured nut cheeses or plant-based milks works nicely.”

McMillen-Beelman likes using jackfruit for a “pulled pork” sandwich or taco, the tropical fruit being packed with vitamin C, protein, calcium, potassium and iron. Her slow-cooked version leans on whole-food ingredients, including pear and

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starchy liquid left over from canned beans) instead of frothy egg whites, or olive oil or avocado for butter.

Nut butters can also add a touch of richness to a dish, whether sweet or savory.

“I love making a peanut coconut milk curry soup with onions, mushrooms and bok choy, with peanut butter, lime juice and soy sauce blended into the coconut milk for a luxurious flavor and texture. It’s great over

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potatoes, quinoa or rice,” says Robbins.

“Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated,” Pook says. “There really are endless possibilities when it comes to cooking with plants, so don’t be afraid to experiment and create your own twist.”

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1 red onion 1 lime Handful of fresh cilantro Sea salt and pepper To serve: 2 avocados ½ lime 8-10 small corn tortillas Vegan yogurt Toast the walnuts in a pan over a medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until they begin to smoke. Keep an eye on them and stir occa-

Walnut Meat Tacos Yields: 4 servings Walnut meat: 14 oz walnuts 1 Tbsp smoked paprika 2 tsp chili powder 1½ Tbsp ground cumin 3 garlic cloves 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 tsp maple syrup 2.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes in oil Sea salt Black bean mixture: 9 oz canned sweet corn 14 oz canned black beans Sea salt and pepper ½ lime Handful of fresh cilantro Salsa: 9 oz cherry tomatoes 1 green chili

pan and stir in a generous pinch of salt and pepper, as well as the juice from the lime.

Heat through for 5 minutes on a medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat, roughly chop the cilantro and stir it into the beans and sweet corn.

Add the cooked walnuts, garlic and spices to a food processor along with the balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, sun-dried tomatoes (drain as much oil as possible) and a pinch of salt.

Process for a minute or two until the walnut mixture turns into a mince-like texture.

Next, prepare the salsa by slicing the cherry tomatoes into quarters and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Peel and dice the red onion, slice the chili (leave the seeds in if spicy is preferred) and roughly chop the cilantro leaves, adding all to the mixing bowl. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the bowl, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine.

Meanwhile, heat through the tortillas in a pan over a low-medium heat.

Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit.

Scoop out the flesh and mash it in a bowl along with juice from half a lime.

sionally to prevent them burning. Then peel and dice the garlic and add it to the walnuts along with the smoked paprika, chili powder and ground cumin. Stir to coat the walnuts in the spices, then cook for 2 minutes.

Meanwhile, drain and rinse the black beans and sweet corn. Transfer them to a separate

When you’re ready to assemble your tacos, spoon a few tablespoons of the walnut mixture on top of a tortilla, followed by the bean mixture, salsa and a dollop of mashed avocado. Top with a drizzle of vegan yogurt.

Repeat for the remaining tacos.

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Kibble Quandary A Fresh Look at Pet Food

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ating healthy is a family affair, and that includes the family pet. However, what works for humans may be less than optimal for Fluffy or Fido, as each requires a species-specific, nutritionally balanced regimen. Most pet parents opt for commercial dog or cat food that comes in a bag or a can, but many are beginning to

consider more natural options. “Kibble is often the most economical way to feed your pet. But its processed state makes it the least optimal,” says Angie Krause, DVM, at Boulder Holistic Vet, in Colorado.

Canned food is also heavily processed and potentially toxic. In 2017, Clean Label Project, a nonprofit testing laboratory,

completed a study of 1,084 pet food products, screening them for more than 130 toxins and contaminants linked to cancer and other conditions. Results showed cadmium, a heavy metal, in 94 percent of the products, along with arsenic and lead.

Contaminants aren’t the only concern.

“Up to 50 percent of commercial foods are composed of meat meal and byproducts,” says Armaiti May, DVM, owner of Dr. May’s Veterinary House Calls, in Los Angeles.

These can include meat from dead, dying, diseased or disabled animals, and even rendered dogs and cats from animal shelters, says May. “We are seeing more cancer, neurologic conditions and kidney disease, and there is evidence that the increase in these diseases may be due to harmful ingredients in commercial, meat-based foods.”

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Owners that switch from commercial foods report their animals display thicker coats, brighter eyes and greater energy. However, dogs and cats require specific ranges of vitamins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates, so it’s important to ensure that nutritional needs are met and a healthy balance is maintained.

n Home-Cooked Pet food recalls have prompted some families to start cooking for their charges, but it’s not as simple as sharing the family dinner. “There are online calculators that can help you create and balance recipes for dogs and cats. Balancing a

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diet can be tedious and often requires added supplements,” says Krause.

Seeing a four-legged friend thrive was worth the extra time and cost for Yvonnda Stamp-Agent, a homemaker from Rockvale, Tennessee. Emma, a schnauzer mix, suffered from itchy skin, anal gland leakage, kidney crystals, vomiting and other problems. “We switched to home-cooked wild salmon and flounder protein with fresh organic vegetables and fruits, along with vitamin and mineral supplementation.” Emma recovered and is now an energetic 5-year-old.

n Raw The biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) diet, as described at BarfWorld.com, contains raw meats, vegetables and cooked grains and legumes. Proponents say it improves health from tooth to tail. “Buddha, my orange tabby, is 22 and no longer has an issue with hairballs,” says Kim Bolin, a Reno, Nevada real estate agent, who has fed raw for three years.

Stephanie Krause, in Keego Harbor, Michigan, says her three dogs are more relaxed, probably from the time and effort needed to eat large bones—and they haven’t needed a teeth cleaning since going raw. “After eating raw bones, there was plaque laying all over the floor.”

The BARF diet can be homemade, although most choose prepared frozen or freeze-dried products to ensure nutrient balance or to avoid handling raw meats.

Angie Krause says the diet is controversial,

largely due to human health risks from pathogenic bacteria.

n Vegan and Vegetarian For ethical and environmental reasons, homemade or pre-made, plant-based diets for companion animals are becoming more

nary Medical Association suggests that plant-based diets, possibly supplemented with vitamins B12 and D and some amino acids, can meet nutrition requirements of dogs.

“Dogs are omnivores, and can thrive on balanced, complete, plant-based diets.

Helpful Resources Report cards regarding toxicity for dog and cat food brands: CleanLabelProject.org/pet-food.

Raw, vegan or otherwise, sign up for dog and cat food recall alerts via email: DogFoodAdvisor.com.

Definitions of common ingredients in pet food: Tinyurl.com/PetFoodIngredientDefinitions.

Recommended reading from the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association includes Home-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets, Second Edition, by Patricia Schenck, and Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats, Fourth Edition, by Richard H. Pitcairn, DVM. Scientific literature, published articles and biographies of dogs living on a plant-based diet: PlantBased.dog. popular. “If the 163 million dogs and cats in the U.S. were their own country, it would be the fifth-largest meat-eating country on the planet,” says May.

Cats cannot survive without meat, which provides the high protein, amino acids and other nutrients their bodies require. However, a 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Veteri-

They have nutrient requirements, not ingredient requirements,” says May.

Pet diets aren’t an all-or-nothing choice, says Angie Krause. “Eventually, my patient will always reveal what works for them. Listen to your pet’s body.”

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THURSDAY, MARCH 12

2020 Climate Leadership Conference – Mar 4-6.

Conference brings together forward-thinking leaders from business, government, academia and the non-profit community to explore energy and climate solutions and opportunities, and to showcase climate leadership. The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit, 1114 Washington Blvd, Detroit. More info: usgbc.org.

Tofu: The Versatile Food – 6:30pm. Learn from Chef Val all about tofu, what type to use, how to season it properly, and the best way to cook tofu to create a delicious meal. Learn how to make Tofu Bok Choy Vegetable Medley Stir Fry. Free. Better Health Market, 44427 Ann Arbor Rd Ste E, Plymouth. TheBetterHealthStore.com.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 13

Palmer Woods Young Birders Walk – 8-10am. A monthly bird walk specifically for birders between the ages of 12-18, led by our own experienced young birders, Jessica Decker and Travis Kaye. Beginners welcome; binoculars available. Free. Palmer Park, 910 Merrill Plaisance, Detroit. More info & to register: DetroitAudubon.org.

Get Planted! Introduction to a Whole Foods, PlantBased Diet – 10am-12pm. Monthly class features The Black Health Academy founder and certified plant-based nutritionist, Lisa A. Smith, who’ll teach the fundamentals of transitioning to a whole foods, plant-based lifestyle. Free. Living Balanced Wellness Studio, The Elevator Building Ste 110, 1938 Franklin St, Detroit. Tinyurl.com/w28dmna.

Elmwood Cemetery Walk – 9-11am. This is one in a series of walks to explore the birds, unique landmarks, and history of this beautiful 86-acre cemetery, among the top “must-see” historic sites in Detroit. Great for beginning birders, young birders, or anyone just trying to get outside and explore a new part of the city. Free. 1200 Elmwood St, Detroit.

Register: DetroitAudubon.org.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FRIDAY, MAY 1

Detoxification and Weight Loss – 12pm. Learn how to lose weight the healthy way. Learn why toxins get stored in fats and keep you from losing weight. Learn where toxins come from and how to detox without “re-toxing” your body. Free. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River Ave, Novi.

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Owl Prowl on Grosse Ile – 7-10pm. Great Horned Owls will have been nesting since early Feb, Barred Owls will just be beginning, and Screech Owls will be getting ready to nest. Since they are defending territories, playing an owl tape or imitating their calls will likely bring them in where we can see them by lantern light. St James Episcopal Church, 25150 E River Rd, Grosse Ile Township. To register: DetroitAudubon.org.

King Kong – 8-11pm. The Senate Theater and the Detroit Theater Organ Society present a screening of Merian C. Cooper and Ernest Schoedsackʼs classic monster movie King Kong (1933), the original film that inspired generations of monster movies. Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit. 313-894-0850.

More info: SenateTheater.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 9 USGBC Detroit 2020 Q1 General Circle Meeting – 5:30-7pm. Find out what USGBC Detroit is doing in and around Motown to transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated. Free. Ferndale Electric Company, 915 E Drayton St, Ferndale. Tinyurl.com/ut4ctw6.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Growing Great Gardens 2020 – 8am-4pm.

Wayne County Community College Downriver, 21000 Northline Rd, Taylor. To register: Taylor Conservatory.org.

Tofu: The Versatile Food – 12pm. Learn from Chef Val all about tofu, what type to use, how to season it properly, and the best way to cook tofu to create a delicious meal. Learn how to make Tofu Bok Choy Vegetable Medley Stir Fry. Free. Better Health Market, 42875 Grand River Ave, Novi.

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Aura Magic – 6-9pm. Presented by Astral Matter.

A fashion play experience. An artistic interactive clothing brand made from Astral Matter art fabric creating an aura of magic around the being wearing it. Featuring creations by Stein the Designer. Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit. 313-894-0850.

More info: SenateTheater.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17 Hemp Derived CBD: Just the Facts – 6:30pm.

Learn about your endocannabinoid system (ECS), and how crucial it is to maintaining your day-to-day

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Medicinal Herbs Class: Intermediate – Wednesdays, Mar 18-May 6. 6-8pm. Class ideal for those who have taken the first-level class or have some background and/or experience with herbs and their safe and effective usages. Gain more understanding of a wider variety of herbs and their historical use for a different conditions and preparation methods. $295. Wholistic Training Institute, 20950 Grand River Ave, Detroit.

313-538-5433. WholisticTrainingInstitute.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Medicinal Herbs Class – Thursdays, Mar 19-May 7. 6-8pm. Herbs have been used as medicine for millennia. In this beginners class learn about the history of herbs including which are the best herbs to use, how they are prepared and where to find them.

Class ideal for those who are new to herbs or have done some self-study and want to learn and apply them for themselves and their loved ones safely and effectively. $295. Wholistic Training Institute, 20950 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-538-5433.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 21 An Herbal Weekend on Herbs and Preparation – Mar 21-22. Course ideal for those who have some familiarity with herbs and want to learn more. Will cover the historic safe and effective uses of herbs with particular attention to herbs that you can put to use right away. Will also address preparation methods and the different application methods of herbs such as teas, tinctures and ointments. $295.

Wholistic Training Institute, 20950 Grand River Ave, Detroit. 313-538-5433. WholisticTraining Institute.com.

Healthy Home & Living Expo – 8am-1pm. Expo celebrates healthy living and highlight the commitment of local businesses and community organizations to a healthier world. Offers a wide variety of exhibits, entertainment and education. Free. Royal Oak Farmers’ Market, 316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak. More info: MIGreenTeam.com.

Silents at the Senate: Metropolis (1927) – 8-11pm.

Join us for Frtiz Lang’s German expressionist sci-fi classic, accompanied by Scott Smith on the Mighty Wurlitzer organ. Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit. 313-894-0850. More info: Senate Theater.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 Life After Death by Eckankar – 7-8pm. What happens when we die? What are Near-Death experiences? What is meant by “Dying Daily?” Can we visit the “other side” before we physically die?

Do animals go to heaven? Eckankar, 320 E 4th St, Royal Oak. 248-546-9224. Eck-MI.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Detroit Waldorf School Spring Open House – 10am-1pm. Tour this historic Albert Kahn building, view student artwork, chat with teachers and parents, play on the grounds and try a sample Parent-Child

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class. Detroit Waldorf School, 2555 Burns St, Detroit. 313-822-0300. DetroitWaldorf.org/events.

10 Day Weight-Loss Cleanse Program for weight loss and health – 10am-2pm. Presentation by Dr. Jesse R. Brown ND and Dr. Peggy Richardson MD of First Fitness Nutrition. Free to guests of Dr. Brown.

Doubletree Hotel, 5801 Southfield Rd. Detroit. Call 313-538-5433 or 248-398-5700.

SAT. & SUN., MARCH 28 & 29 8th Annual Spring Enlightened Soul Expo – Sat. 10am6pm, Sun. 11am-6pm. Largest indoor holistic-psychic event in Michigan. Over 150 booths with readings, energy work & holistic products. Free presentations, free parking. Admission: $11 daily, $16 weekend, student/ child rates. New spring location: Saline Middle School.

734-358-0218. EnlightenedSoulExpo.com.

PLAN AHEAD FRIDAY, APRIL 3 5th Annual Detroit International Festival of Animation – Apr 3-4. Showcases a great diversity of animations from local and international animators and filmmakers. Features approximately 90 mins of animated shorts ranging from experimental to quirky as well as more sophisticated mini-features. Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit. 313-894-0850.

More info: SenateTheater.com.

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Sunday Service – 10am. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. UnityOfLivonia.org.

Cooking Matters – 10:30am-12pm. Help end childhood hunger by inspiring families to make healthy and affordable food choices. Program to teach parents and caregivers with limited food budgets to shop for and cook healthy meals. Free.

Brilliant Detroit Cody Rouge, 7425 Fielding St, Detroit. RSVP: 313-406-3275.

ECK Light and Sound Service –10-11am. 2nd Sun. Dominican Center at Marywood, Lower Level, 2025 E Fulton St, Rm 4, Grand Rapids. 248-546-9224.

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Dance Meditation Technique – 10am-12pm. This 90-min, un-choreographed, whole-being workout is a drug-free, scientific technique and art for transforming tension into creativity. $10. Detroit Kung Fu Academy, 1353 Division, Ste 3E, Detroit.

248-910-3351. DanceMT.com.

Slow Flow Yoga – 11:30am. All-level practice offering an enjoyable balance between movement and stillness that encourages deeper feelings of calm, stress release and relaxation. A blend of guided flowing sequence of postures. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org.

monday Sunrise Flow – 7-7:45am. Gentle vinyasa that intentionally opens and challenges the sometimes sleepy and stiff morning body. Citizen Yoga Studio, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313-502-5450. CitizenYogaStudio.com.

Let’s Meditate Detroit: Free Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. With Sahaja Yoga Meditation, we generally sit on chairs to achieve yoga, effortlessly and spontaneously. As such no asanas (exercises) are required, no mat or special clothing. Campbell Library, 8733 Vernor Hwy, Detroit. 315-390-0278.

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Yoga with Jane – 7-8pm. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. UnityOfLivonia.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Tree Planting at Walter Meyers Nursery – 9am1pm. Two years into our nursery project out at Walter Meyers Nursery, it’s time to replace any trees lost to flooding, damage and natural attrition. Walter Meyers Nursery, 14279 Outer Dr W, Detroit. To register: GreeningOfDetroit.com.

Get Planted! Introduction to a Whole Foods, PlantBased Diet – 10am-12pm. Monthly class features The Black Health Academy founder and certified plant-based nutritionist, Lisa A. Smith, who’ll teach the fundamentals of transitioning to a whole foods, plant-based lifestyle. Free. Living Balanced Wellness Studio, The Elevator Building Ste 110, 1938 Franklin St, Detroit. Tinyurl.com/w28dmna.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 Exploring the Beauty of Home Funerals and Green Burial – 10am-12pm. A workshop with Merilynne Rush of Life Span Doulas. Free and open to the public. Part of the Sacred Gateways Conference at the Detroit Waldorf School, 2555 Burns Ave, Detroit, 313-822-0300. DetroitWaldorf.org/events.

tuesday Chair Yoga – 10am. With Holy Yoga Detroit. Free.

Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313-437-1549. DurfeeIS.org.

Therapeutic Yoga – 10am. All levels. Perfect for those with back problems, healing injuries, inflexibility, weak abs or back muscles, stress, fatigue, overweight, depression and arthritic conditions.

Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate.

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Family Yoga – 11am-12pm. With Holy Yoga Detroit. All ages welcome. Free. Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313437-1549. DurfeeIS.org.

Parent-to-Parent Support Group – 12-1:30pm.

3rd Tues. Also 6-7:30, 4th Thurs. For parents and caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults.

An open, welcoming group providing dialogue and peer support. Free. The Children’s Center, 90 Selden, Detroit. TheChildrensCenter.com.

ArtBlock Yoga – 6-7pm. Last Wed. Free yoga in the new art-infused space, ArtBlock. 1411 Holden St, Detroit. 313-871-4000 x 3. Tinyurl.com/y4xksa7g.

The Sound of Soul: Experience Singing HU – 7-8pm. 3rd Wed. Dominican Center at Marywood, Lower Level, 2025 E Fulton St, Rm 4, Grand Rapids.

248-546-9224. Eck-Mi.org.

thursday Tai Chi Easy/Qigong – 10-11am. Learn simple mind/body practices to reduce stress and enhance health. $5/class suggested donation. First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, 600 N Brady, Dearborn.

Erin: 313-429-3214. ReduceYourStressNow.com.

Better Backs Yoga – 12pm. All levels. We explore different variations and styles of classic hatha yoga postures. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org.

Parent-to-Parent Support Group – 6-7:30pm, 4th Thurs. For parents and caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults. An open, welcoming group providing dialogue and peer support. Free.

The Children’s Center, 90 Selden, Detroit. The ChildrensCenter.com.

Wellness Workouts – 6:30pm. Customized fitness programs adaptable for all fitness abilities including body weight, core strengthening, cardio conditioning, HITT and exercise ball lead. Targets upper and lower body issues, create muscle balance and help increase energy. $10; first class free. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com.

Gong Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Gong meditation/ sound therapy is a unique type of sound practice that involves using therapeutic gong sounds and vibrations to bring about healing, insight, relaxation, stress and tension relief and so much more. $20.

Bloom Transformation Center, 227 Iron St, Ste 122, Detroit. Tinyurl.com/y68tbup8.

Heartfulness Meditation – 7-8pm. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. UnityOfLivonia.org.

Sound of Soul by Eckankar – 7-8pm. HU is a sacred word to draw Soul closer to God bringing wisdom and awareness. Enhances any faith. Free.

Eckankar, 320 E 4th St, Royal Oak. 248-546-9224.

Eck-MI.org.

The Sound of Soul: Experience Singing HU – 7-8pm.

Eckankar, 320 E 4th St, Royal Oak. Eck-Mi.org.

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friday Blend – 7-7:45am. Combines the flow of vinyasa with the guided challenge of slow burn. The pace of this class moves from some self-guided warm-ups into long-held postures that slow the body, focus the mind, and work toward a well-earned savasana.

Citizen Yoga Studio, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313502-5450. CitizenYogaStudio.com.

Integrated Healing at The Shack – 10am-7pm.

Receive reiki energy work, chiropractic care, assisted stretch and breath, talk therapy and more. Direct holistic healing and intuitive counsel consultations available. Cost varies. Psychedelic Healing Shack & Vegetarian Cafe, 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit.

313-366-2247. AKHealingArts.com.

Candlelight Yin Yoga – 6pm. With Rae Golematis. A slow-paced, meditative yoga practice, where postures are held longer than in most other yoga traditions. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org.

saturday Royal Oak Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm. Year round. Royal Oak Farmers’ Market, 316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak. romi.gov.

Saturday in the Park – 9am-3:30pm. Six miles of Hines Dr will be closed from Ann Arbor Trail to Outer Drive for the public of all ages to enjoy running, walking, skating or cycling safely on a traffic free road. Free. Parking available at Nankin Mills & Helms Haven Park. Hines Park, 33275 Edward Hines Dr, Westland. 734-261-1990. WayneCounty.com.

Yoga in the Gardens – 9:30-10:30am. Rejuvenate mind, body and spirit through easy yoga moves guided by instructor Connie Fedel of Taylor Yoga.

All levels welcome. $10. Taylor Conservatory, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. 888-383-4108. TaylorConservatory.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE LIVONIA ACUPUNCTURE LUCKY AARON LI, R.AC.

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ALICE HUANG’S NATURAL CHINESE THERAPIES

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Fight + Surrender (Cardio + Yoga) – 11am-12pm.

With Holy Yoga Detroit. Free. Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313437-1549. DurfeeIS.org.

Posture & Movement – 12pm. Every other Sat. Learn hands-on with Hannah. Strengthening of posture daily functions, proper movement patterns with daily activities & workouts to prevent injury.

Proper breathing. Ergonomics of sitting, standing, lifting/bending and work stations to prevent injuries during your day or during sports. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com.

Optimal Health & Healing – 12pm.Every other Sat. What does your nervous system have to do with health & immunity? Learn how to take your health to the next level naturally with Dr. Elizabeth Sisk. Free.

Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com.

Detroit Reiki Share – 6-8pm. 4th & 5th Sat. Join Dr. Zee for an evening of focused intention on healing and connecting with others. A reiki share is a sacred space where practitioners and attendees each have a turn practicing in giving and receiving energy.

Everyone welcome. $20 donation. Psychedelic Healing Shack & Vegetarian Cafe, 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-366-2247. AKHealingArts.com.

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CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS KARL WELLNESS CENTER & CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

Dr. William H. Karl, DC, Certified Wellness Doctor Dr. Jacob H. Karl, DC, Applied Kinesiologist 30935 Ann Arbor Trl, Westland 734-425-8220 • KarlWellnessCenter.com

WELLNESS CENTER OF PLYMOUTH Dr. Elizabeth Sisk, DC 1075 Ann Arbor Road W, Plymouth 734-454-5600

The Wellness Center of Plymouth provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to health and wellness. The cornerstone of health is balanced body systems, and our 5 pillars – Chiropractic Care, Laser Therapy, Massage, Weight Loss and Nutrition – work together to bring your body into an optimal state of balance. Reclaim life and vitality by eliminating pain, disease and stress. See ad, page 15.

EDUCATION WHOLISTIC TRAINING INSTITUTE 20954 Grand River Ave, Detroit 313-255-6155 WholisticTrainingInstitute.com

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Discover a Healer in You. Make a Healthy Living and Better the Life of Others. State of Michigan-licensed school offering professional certifications for the following alternative health practices: naturopathy, homeopathy, herbology, reflexology, colon hydrotherapy, iridology and many more. Find us on Facebook! Twitter: @WholisticGuru. See ad, page 20.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE AMERICAN REGENERATIVE CLINIC 31000 Telegraph Rd., Suite 140 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com

Functional Medicine is a personalized, systems-oriented model that empowers patients and practitioners to achieve the highest expression of health by working in collaboration to address the underlying causes of disease. See ads, pages 19 and 22.

Holistic caring team of chiropractic doctors will help you return to health through gentle chiropractic, nutrition, weight loss/detoxification programs, natural hormone balancing/pain management, whole-food supplements, homeopathic/herbal remedies, allergy elimination techniques, applied kinesiology, Zyto bio-communication technology and advanced healing modalities including Erchonia’s newest cold laser and pulsed electro-magnetic field therapy (PEMF).

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HOLISTIC HEALING DETROIT WHOLISTIC CENTER Dr. Jesse Brown, ND 20944 Grand River Ave, Detroit 313-538-5433 DetroitWholisticCenter.com

Wholistic health services, colon hydrotherapy, reflexology, massage, body wraps, iridology, aqua-chi footbaths and consultations in nutrition and wellness.

Colon-cleansing herbal products such as Turkey Rhubarb herbal combination formula and Reneu’ by First Fitness.

Lose weight wholistically, relieve constipation and bloating, improve your energy and skin and more.

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NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS MICHIGAN FOR VACCINE CHOICE

P.O. Box 1121 Troy, MI 48099-1121 Info@MichiganVaccineChoice.org MichganVaccineChoice.org Facebook.com/MichiganForVaccineChoice Twitter.com/MI4VaxChoice Voice: 586-447-2418 • Fax: 586-323-4287 Michigan for Vaccine Choice is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to protecting, informing, educating, advocating and supporting parents' and families' vaccine choice rights.

PSYCHIC MEDICAL INTUITIVE HEALING UNIVERSAL ENERGY HEALING & MASSAGE THERAPY FOR WOMEN Christine Bridges 580 Forest Ave., Suite 3C, Plymouth ChristineBridges2@Comcast.net ChristineBridges2.wixsite.com/website 734-934-7271 By appointment only

Psychic medical intuitive healer with “X-ray vision hands”. Clients that may benefit from her work, includes anyone suffering from an “itis” (arthritis, colitis, etc.), old injuries, anxiety, depression, panic, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADD, ADHD, autism, OCD, sleep concerns, overly stressed, inability to conceive, or miscarriages, babies, unexplained weight-gain or loss, inability to quit (smoking, drinking, abusing yourself), chronic fatigue, energy maintenance for balance, chronic diseases, including cancer and autoimmune disorders. See ad on page 8.

REFLEXOLOGY R3 REFLEXOLOGY (RELIEVE, RELEASE, RESTORE)

Kristi Holmes, Nationally Board Certified Reflexologist 689 N Mill St, Ste #103, Plymouth 248-872-3042 (Call or Text) From head to toe, anxiety to vertigo, reflexology can help. Reflexology is a science, acknowledged by the National Institute of Health, based on the principle that there are reflexes in the hands and the feet that correspond with every gland, organ and part of the body. I received my initial Certification in hands and feet from Branch Reflexology Institute before going on to receive my National Board Certification. I am privileged to work with a variety of clients—men, women and children of all ages and the results I see from reflexology both personally and professionally continue to amaze me.

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE AMERICAN REGENERATIVE CLINIC 31000 Telegraph Rd., Suite 140 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com

Dr. Andrey uses Stem Cell Therapy, PRP, Prolotherapy and Ten Pass Ozone Therapy to restore the body’s function, heal damaged tissues. He successfully performs innovative aesthetic procedures to return patients youth without surgery. See ads, pages 19 and 22.

RETREAT CENTERS SONG OF THE MORNING YOGA RETREAT CENTER 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt 989-983-4107 Office@SongOfTheMorning.org SongOfTheMorning.org

Find spiritual refreshment amongst 800 acres of natural beauty for your own personal retreat or participate in workshops, yoga classes, meditations or Sunday Service. Accommodations and gourmet vegetarian meals available.

SPIRITUALITY SACRED SEXUALITY WITH LESLIE BLACKBURN 313-269-6719 LeslieBlackburn.com

Offering speaking engagements (including keynote addresses), private sessions, classes, online live webinars, radio shows, video casts and more. Leslie speaks from a place of joy, wisdom and giggles!

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TAI CHI/QIGONG ERIN REAS

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