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TO POLARIZATION by Kirk J. Schneider
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It’s in Style and Easy Care by Avery Mack
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OUTSIDE THIS SUMMER Be a Kid Again With Your Own Family
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CLEANSE BODY & MIND Take Toxins Out of Your Life by Meredith Montgomery
18 DOGS NEED DETOXING, TOO
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20 ENLIGHTENING IDEAS ABOUT MONEY Think Independence, Intimacy, Integrity by April Thompson
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'm in the middle of watching a documentary series hosted by Ty Bollinger that I find encouraging. After several members of his family died with cancer, the former competitive bodybuilder and now author, medical researcher and health freedom advocate went on a quest to understand alternative cancer treatments. It took him all around the world and resulted in The Truth About Cancer: A Global Quest. This informative introduction to holistic cancer care includes healing and prevention. The series touches on many aspects we regularly speak to in the pages of this magazine, such as the importance of improving your immune system and every other aspect of health by eating fruits and vegetables, drinking plenty of clean water, getting sufficient sleep and detoxing your body of unwanted chemicals. I was surprised by the huge negative impact sugar can have on health even though, based on personal experience, I was already aware that table sugar is as addictive as heroin. I've struggled mightily many times to decrease my sugar intake, going so far as doing a 10-day sugar detox. The documentary went so far as to claim that sugar feeds cancer and fuels its growth; that was enough for me to get serious about a sugar elimination plan. I'm happy to say that I now have my former raging sugar cravings under control and most of the time this past month I can easily step away from the temptation. I’ve also noticed an improvement in my ability to focus attention for longer periods of time, plus moving around has a greater sense of ease, with fewer aches and pains when I get up in the morning. Celebrating all the way, I’m now on to the next step and want to try detoxing my organs. Our bodies are bombarded with so many toxins from the environment and conventional food sources that it’s become a necessity. Meredith Montgomery’s feature article, “Natural Ways to Cleanse Body and Mind: Take Toxins Out of Your Life,” is a superb place to start. I’m also intrigued by Karla Gleason’s helpful article, “Natural Detox with Essential Oils.” Taking responsibility for our own health makes us feel like we're more in control of our lives and that inevitably makes us feel happier and healthier. To a naturally better way of living,
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newsbriefs Fairness and Equal Opportunity for those with Disabilities
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n partnership with the Ability Center, the Toledo Zoo will celebrate the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., July 24. The ADA, passed in 1990, prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications and governmental activities. One hundred local companies and organizations will set up booths to showcase the wide variety of goods and services offered to those with disabilities. Many vendors and organizations from around the state will be on hand to share helpful resources about disability-related issues. The Zoo is in compliance with ADA regulations, including wheelchair access to the recently renovated aquarium. This event not only educates our community on the importance of thinking inclusively, it also celebrates what is possible for everyone, including those living with disabilities. Location: 1 Hippo Way, Toledo,OH. For more information, call Mallory Tarr at 419-885-5733 or email mtarr@abilitycenter.org.
Charity Run with Swimming and Live Music
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ave's Performance Footgear is sponsoring Ohio/Michigan 8k Run and 5k Walk, the original Border Battle Run and Race in two states, beginning at 7:30 p.m., July 13, at Centennial Terrace, in Sylvania. Kids start at 7 p.m. The race will be followed by food, drinks and live music inside Centennial Terrace. Attendees are encouraged to their favorite state colors and enjoy a night of friendly bragging with fellow area runners. Centennial Terrace has an outdoor stage for local and national bands, plus a spring-fed swimming hole with diving and a beach until dusk (generally around 9pm). A live Band, Boo Yeahs, will play from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Each time someone registers for a Dave’s race, they help a local charity fund its mission to serve our community. Location: 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. For more information, visit DavesRunning.com/races.
Have a Hygge in Maumee
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he second annual Hygge, a Scandinavian way of life that celebrates coziness, shared meals and companionable interactions with others, will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 9, at Lamb Center Side Cut Metro Park, in Maumee. Participants should bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow, water bottle and a dozen of their favorite homemade baked treats or a salad item to share. Like-minded individuals will be creating new threads of friendship and strengthen those already in place. Nancy Fisher will lead participants in a 30-minute gentle yoga series, focusing on breath and quieting minds. After a short break, reiki master/teacher and artist Rebecca Black will guide a group healing session through the use of crystal bowls to assist in realigning energy chakras and releasing that which no longer serves the highest good. A renewed sense of peacefulness will result. Tickets are $50; limited to 18 people. Location: 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee. To arrange prepayment, email fishwald@ hotmail.com. For more information, visit Facebook.com/ events/1879443558965387.
Seminar on Fermented Foods
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he nonprofit Foundation for Functional Fermented Food will hold the 10th annual Functional Fermenting Seminar on July 22 at Wholesome Valley Farm, in Wilmot, Ohio, in the heart of Amish Country. Attendees will enjoy samples of more than a dozen different foods, discover how to manage gut health, how correctly fermented food impacts health and how to do it optimally. The focus of the Foundation is to empower individuals and health practitioners to teach fermenting for health recovery, which requires a different approach than that taken by most people fermenting today. The seminar is approved by the National Association of Nutritional Practitioners for CEUs. For more information, call Karen Ross at 907-694-2284, email Connect@FunctionalFermentedFood.org or visit FunctionalFermentedFood.org. natural awakenings
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Unique Inflamed Gut Linked to Type 1 Diabetes
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esearchers in Milan, Italy, have found that individuals with Type 1 diabetes display a unique inflammatory signature and microbiome in their digestive tract. The study examined biopsies from 54 patients that underwent endoscopies at the city’s San Raffaele Hospital between 2009 and 2015. The samples came from each patient’s duodenum, the upper part of the small intestine, and allowed scientists to directly assess the bacteria in the digestive tract, rather than relying on stool samples. The results of the samples were compared to gut bacteria from a control group of healthy individuals without Type 1 diabetes and others with celiac disease. Researchers found that the diabetes group showed more signs of gut inflammation than the other groups, and it was linked to 10 specific genes, also marking them as having a unique combination of bacteria. “By exploring this, we may be able to find new ways to treat the disease by targeting the unique gastrointestinal characteristics of individuals with Type 1 diabetes,” explains the study’s senior author, Dr. Lorenzo Piemonti, with the hospital’s Diabetes Research Institute.
Coal Phase-Out Boosts Health
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he province of Ontario began a complete phase-out of its coal-fired power plants in 2005, with all of them having closed by 2015. While the costly measure was expected to produce minor air quality improvements, officials predicted that the resulting health benefits would accrue $3 billion in annual healthcare savings for the community. Realized savings can be seen in the drastic reduction of smog days in Ontario, down to just one since 2014. “Let’s compare that to 2005, when residents of the Greater Toronto Area suffered through 53 smog days while coal, with its toxic emissions, provided 19 percent of the province’s power,” says Vanessa Foran, president and CEO of The Asthma Society of Canada. “It’s obvious that shutting Ontario’s coal plants has helped clean the air; it’s also given a new lease on life to millions that suffer with asthma.” More proof of the medical benefits come from an assessment conducted by Toronto Public Health in 2014. It reported a 23 percent reduction in air pollution-related premature deaths in the city between 2000 and 2011, as well as a 41 percent reduction in related hospital admissions during the same period.
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esearch from the University of Pittsburgh, in Pennsylvania, has established that structured physical activity following a stroke can significantly improve cognitive function in survivors. The study used data from 13 clinical trials that included 735 participants to analyze general cognitive improvement, executive function, attention and working memory, as well as the impact of different types of physical activity. Researchers found that exercise following a stroke produced cognitive improvements in both attention and speed in processing information. They further discovered that a combination of aerobic exercise and strength training produced the maximum cognitive improvements. “We found that a program as short as 12 weeks is effective at improving cognition, and even patients with chronic stroke can experience improvements in their cognition with an exercise intervention,” says lead author Lauren E. Oberlin, a graduate student at the university.
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Bee Killers
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Neonic Pesticides Again Linked to Decline A study in the journal Nature Communications examined wild bee populations relative to the use of controversial neonic (neonicotinoid) pesticides from 1994 to 2011, and discovered that extinction rates paralleled their use on plants throughout the country. The 34 species analyzed experienced a 10 percent population drop across the board, with five of the species seeing a decrease of 20 percent or more, and the most-impacted group declining by 30 percent. Researchers say this indicates that up to half of the population decline could be attributed to the use of neonics. “It contributes, but there is a bigger picture,” says Jeffrey Pettis, an entomologist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Beltsville Bee Laboratory, in Maryland. Other factors are thought to include parasites such as varroa mites and nosema fungus (a bacterial disease known as foulbrood) plus viruses, drought and loss of habitat. Meanwhile, the Friends of the Earth (FOE) environmental group has launched a petition calling on the Ace and True Value hardware companies to follow Lowe’s and Home Depot’s example of phasing out the pesticides. FOE says, “If these garden retailers don’t act fast, they’ll lose customers. A new poll shows that 66 percent of Americans prefer to shop at Lowe’s and Home Depot because they’ve committed to stop selling bee-killing pesticides.” Take action at Tinyurl.com/BanNeonicsPetition.
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Food Grows Without Soil or Groundwater Proponents of GMO (genetically modified) food may argue that the technique is necessary because the world is running out of resources. However, agricultural startup Sundrop Farms, with offices in the UK and Australia, has developed high-tech greenhouse facilities that apply solutions to grow crops with less reliance on finite natural resources than conventional greenhouse production. In 2010, Sundrop Farms opened a pilot facility in Port Augusta, South Australia, that is combining seawater and sunlight to grow food in the middle of the desert, unaffected by climate change, biotech land grabs, drought, floods and pestilence. They are using coconut husks, 23,000 mirrors to reflect solar power and desalinated seawater on a hydroponic farm of just under 50 acres to grow 17,000 metric tons of non-GMO food every year. Built at a reported cost of $200 million, the facility has a year-round growing season. In winter, its greenhouse operates with the help of 39 megawatts of clean energy from solar power. Coles Supermarkets has signed a 10-year contract for the exclusive right to sell the company’s produce.
Last Call
Endangered Species Protection Act May Go Extinct The federal Endangered Species Act (ESA), passed in 1973, strengthened earlier federal protections for animals that had been nearly wiped out by humans. The act faces opposition from those that believe it both unfairly protects animals that poach livestock and restricts land use. At a recent hearing titled Modernizing the Endangered Species Act, Republican Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming, head of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, said the ESA is not working anymore. Natural Resources Committee Chairman Republican Congressman Rob Bishop of Utah opines that the act has never been used for the rehabilitation of species and instead has been controlling the land, saying, “It has been hijacked.” Yet Daniel M. Ashe, president and chief executive of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, says, “The Endangered Species Act is the world’s ‘gold standard’ for conservation and protection of animals.” According to many experts, the world’s flora and fauna are experiencing a global extinction crisis caused by human activity, but we have also learned how to protect species and help them recover. Eight species that would probably have disappeared already were it not for the ESA include the black-footed ferret, humpback whale, bald eagle, American alligator, grizzly bear, Florida manatee, California condor and gray wolf.
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Floating Trash-Eaters Clean Up Baltimore Harbor
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Mr. Trash Wheel and Professor Trash Wheel, the solar- and hydro-powered trash interceptors cleaning up Baltimore’s inner harbor, have the ability to suck up plastic bags, Styrofoam containers, cigarette butts and other debris. The waste is burned to generate electricity, and plans exist to increase recycling capabilities in the future. The brainchild of engineer John Kellett, who gained the support of the Water Partnership of Baltimore, a nonprofit that supports environmental legislation, the inventions are designed to make the area a green, safe and friendly destination for people and marine life.
Healthy Holdover Kitchen Garden Stays at White House
The W. Atlee Burpee home gardening company and the Burpee Foundation have contributed $2.5 million to the National Park Foundation to maintain the White House garden, founded in 2009 by former First Lady Michelle Obama, for at least 17 years. The garden is a powerful symbol of Obama’s effort to promote healthy eating and lifestyles for America’s children. During an eight-year span, she added beehives, a compost system and a pollinator garden to attract birds and butterflies as the garden nearly tripled in size to 2,800 square feet. 8
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An Awesome Antidote to Polarization by Kirk J. Schneider
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e live in polarized times. The current polarization of the American electorate and federal government is rooted in “the polarized mind”, a fixation by individuals on one point of view that excludes differing views and provokes intolerance. Complex issues become black and white, and those with differing views or lifestyles are demonized. Beyond politics, this is seen in gun violence and terrorism, corporate abuses of health and safety, and religious and ethnic strife—affecting major aspects of our daily lives. An antidote to polarization is awe—the wonder of being alive; living life with hope, respect, humility, wonder and a deep reverence for the adventure of living. Psychology experiments at Stanford University and the University of California, Berkeley, have shown those that practice awe are better able to see outside their own experiences and appreciate other points of view, which can transcend the tunnel vision and pettiness of a polarized atmosphere. Here are some basic steps toward cultivating a sense of awe: n Appreciate the passing nature of time and life. Even while doing some-
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thing disagreeable, slowing down and affirming the preciousness of the moment can sometimes render alternative perspectives. n Be open to discovery and surprise. This is especially helpful if we are constantly locked in by assumptions about people or things. Think how politicians might benefit by being open to the possibility of discovery or surprise during delicate negotiations. The same principle can hold true with family and friends. n Step outside the box of personal judgments and consider the bigger picture of life. Replace the prison of self-criticism often stemming from comparing ourselves with idealized media images with appreciation of the many facets of who we are and what we can become. Psychologist Kirk J. Schneider, Ph.D., is past editor of the Journal of Humanistic Psychology, president-elect of the Existential-Humanistic Institute and adjunct faculty at Saybrook and Columbia universities, in New York City. His books include Awakening to Awe, The Polarized Mind and The Spirituality of Awe: Challenges to the Robotic Revolution. Visit KirkJSchneider.com.
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co-friendly fashion used to be an oxymoron, synonymous with frumpy clothing and ugly shoes. Now designers and manufacturers are finding ways to provide attractive and healthier alternatives to common fabrics, especially polyester. After World War II, cotton, wool and linen fell out of favor as wash and wear, stain-resistant, permanent-press polyester arrived. Annual production of the synthetic fiber, consuming petroleum, coal, air and water resources, today exceeds 22 billion tons. Americans alone discard 14 million tons of clothing each year—80 pounds per person—with 80 percent going to landfills, where polyester takes 20 to 200 years to biodegrade. A host of suppliers are responding to a rising demand for comfortable, trendy, easy-care, high-quality and eco-friendly clothing that’s actually good for you. Here are just a few of these innovators.
Ably Apparel, in Seattle, makes hoodies, T-shirts and
jogging pants, using Filium-activated, 100 percent cotton fabric free of chemicals and nanoparticles. It repels spills and stains. When wet, it dries 40 percent faster than other materials. Perspiration evaporates through the breathable natural fabric, so Ably clothing doesn’t absorb odors or need to be washed and dried as often, saving water and energy (Tinyurl. com/FiliumFashion). “The retail industry is one of today’s largest polluters in the world,” says Raj Shah, co-founder of Ably and co-creator of Filium. “Ably apparel saves time and reduces both carbon emissions and chemical detergent usage, resulting in cleaner water supplies. We’re the first to apply the benefits of Filium to cloth-
ing, but hope other companies will follow suit.” The company has three stores and ships worldwide from its website.
Farm2Fashion made its New York debut in 2014, featuring ponchos, scarves and wraps crafted from manufacturers’ pre-consumer, recycled cotton scrap, plus local virgin farm fiber under the guidance of Laurie Perrone, creative director and president. Located in Cornwall, New York, the company’s artisan-inspired products are available through stores and the Web (Farm2Fashion.com). “Our philosophy is simple—design classic products in America with substance and sustainability, while creating a low carbon footprint,” says Perrone. “We encourage customers to pass our products from generation to generation. Apparel and other textile goods in America used to be made at home for families and friends. We want to bring some of that back to life.” Orgotton’s classic “little black dress” takes on fresh per-
sonalities via two long straps that change its appearance from a modest one-shoulder to a dressier backless version, halter style or a variation with cap sleeves. Made to order in Philadelphia, the five-way short dress expands a woman’s wardrobe with a single purchase (Tinyurl.com/OrgottonShortDress). The dress is 65 percent bamboo, 27 percent organic cotton and 8 percent Spandex; it’s washable in cold water and dries flat, saving energy. Orgotton’s Infinity Collection comprises a long dress, short dress, romper and bodysuit.
Alis Living (AlisLiving.com) lifestyle boutique, in Scottsdale, Arizona, is owner Janet Ellis’ creation. “In 2007, I taught meditation classes and noticed the women were not enjoying life fully. Life should not be stressful,” she observes. “The skin is the largest organ on the body and clothing fabrics are often treated with formaldehyde. So we exclusively focus on organic clothing.” Her motto is, “Dress healthy, look good, have fun.” The clothing she carries are so simple and versatile that a change in accessories can take a dress from daytime business wear to evening elegance. “It used to be harder to find eco-friendly clothing. It’s easier now,” Ellis remarks. “We carry Blue Canoe, Indigenous, Onno, Shupaca and Synergy fashion lines, adding more brands as we discover them.” As a Master Gardener, Ellis also offers organic cooking classes for customers, harvesting from an onsite garden, thus creating a conscious community for women. “We want to serve one another and live joyously, but too often don’t make time for ourselves,” she says. “We’re concerned about human health and the planet. We believe that we don’t have to do harm in order to enjoy good fashion, food and fun.” Fashion personality and creation, organic gardening, mindful art, meditation and yoga on the lawn are other classes offered onsite. Eco-friendly clothing used to have little appeal for fashion buffs. Now designers and manufacturers are finding fresh ways to provide the attractive and eco-healthy clothing more women want to wear. Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com. natural awakenings
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Family Week
Fun Ways to Get Outside This Summer
From July 30 to August 4, the Omega Institute, in Rhinebeck, New York, will host Family Week. Grownups attend workshops while kids participate in specialty camps; everyone convenes for meals, free time and evening entertainment. The campus relies on sustainable energy and local agriculture. Free tours are available at the environmental education center.
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ummer is calling and so is the great outdoors. Here are some super vacation sites, inviting activities and ideas to spark summer fun with your family.
Hike It
“Hiking teaches kids respect for the outdoors and animals,” says Branch Whitney, a Mount Charleston, Nevada, author of three books on hiking. “Near Las Vegas, in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, sandstone rock affords a rare sight—year-round running water and lush ferns.” Ralph Stover State Park, in Bucks
County, Pennsylvania, offers easy walking trails and climbing rocks. When water levels are high, Tohickon Creek challenges paddlers and whitewater rafters.
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Holding the Guinness World Record for the longest and largest continuous eco zip line canopy tour in the world, historic Banning Mills, in Whitesburg, Georgia, will thrill tweens and teens. Enjoy a slower pace on the 12-mile Hike and Bike Trail, with nine suspension bridges, including the longest of its kind in North America. Stay in eco-friendly lodges, cabins and tree houses.
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Science Saturdays at the EcoCenter at Heron’s Head Park, in San Francisco, are held every weekend with a focus on environmental education, park restoration, climate change science experiments, nature walks and citizen science excursions. “There are no other centers like it in the U.S.,” says staffer Jacqueline Murray. Learn more about this Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Platinum living classroom at EcoCenterhhp.org.
Staycation Ideas lons of water and reduces CO2 output by 54 pounds per campsite,” estimates Michael D’Agostino, Tentrr’s founder and CEO. The secluded Lumberland, New York, campsite, along the Delaware River, sets its roomy tent on a wooden deck. Attractions include Adirondack chairs for unwinding and a nearby farmers’ market and restaurant. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, swimming and fishing. Tentrr provides required life jackets and a shuttle to meet paddlers at their destination for the return trip to camp. From its original 35 sites, the organization recently expanded to 250 campsites, predominantly from Pennsylvania to Maine. This fall, they’ll also open sites in the Pacific Northwest from Northern California to Washington state.
Head for the Beach
At Natural Bridges State Park, in California, visitors relish viewing shorebirds, migrating whales, seals and playful otters. Moore Creek forms freshwater wetlands and a salt marsh. There’s also a Monarch Butterfly Natural Preserve. At Kama’ole Beach Park III, in Maui, Hawaii, the small waves are so clear that fish can be seen from the surface. Snorkeling gear rentals are available. Shaved ice stands keep everyone cool. Lakefront beaches like West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, on Lake Michigan’s southern tip, attract kids. They can earn beachcomber badges in the Junior Ranger program by
finding three different-colored rocks or telling what plants they saw most often. In late August, Mayflower Beach, in Dennis, Massachusetts, hosts its annual local sand sculpture contest with divisions for kids and families creating the art together.
Go Farming
FarmWise, near Alpine Valley, in southeastern Wisconsin, gives children a personal peek into where their food comes from. They learn about life on a farm by tending livestock and farm pets, pruning fruit trees and weeding the garden. They also prepare snacks with the fruits of their day’s labor. The emphasis
Organic sidewalk chalk, fairy garden and birdhouse kits, and ideas for imaginatively using found items keep kids busy and happy; see BellaLuna Toys.com. Letterboxing combines a contemporary scavenger hunt, hike and mysterious clues; participants have fun locating hidden boxes and collecting stamp marks in personalized logbooks. Whether on a one- or two-week vacation or a weekend away, a daytrip or backyard activity, there are plenty of nurturing outdoor options for kids of all ages to experience when the weather heats up. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.
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Maria Rodale Helps Organic Farmers Succeed by Randy Kambic
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uthor, gardener and corporate executive Maria Rodale continues to add luster to an unparalleled family commitment to organic food, sustainability and healthy living covering three-quarters of a century. As CEO and chairman of Rodale Inc., she oversees the publishing of books (An Inconvenient Truth; The South Beach Diet; Eat This, Not That!), magazines (Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Prevention and Organic Gardening) and naturally healthy living websites. Her grandfather, J. I. Rodale, pioneered the American organic movement in 1942 by launching Organic Farming and Gardening magazine. In 1947, he
founded the Soil and Health Association, which later became the Rodale Institute, a nonprofit educational and advocacy organization, of which Maria is a board member. The influence of her 2011 book Organic Manifesto: How Organic Farming Can Heal Our Planet, Feed the World, and Keep Us Safe remains strong.
What is the status of the organic farming industry? As a whole, it has seen great growth, in large part due to increasing demand resulting from consumer awareness. In 2015, organic was a $43 billion industry in the U.S., with Millennial house-
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holders leading the way. Still, only 5 percent of all food consumed in the U.S. is organic [produce 13 percent], while less than 1 percent of our farmland is certified organic, which spurs imports. So the opportunity to help encourage new organic farmers and transition conventional farmers is significant. The Rodale Institute invests as much time on education and outreach as on research to help organic farmers be profitable.
How else does the Institute help the industry? We conduct cutting-edge research in organic agriculture to study and test natural strategies to combat pests, diseases and weeds. Growing organic isn’t solely about what you don’t do, such as using pesticides and genetically modified seeds. It also proactively focuses on benefiting soil health by using compost, cover crops, crop rotations and reduced tillage. As we refine these “regenerative agriculture” methods, we share them with farmers so they can increase their productivity and success. We are expanding our research in nutrient density. The Institute works to understand the difference in nutrient levels, such as proteins, vitamins and minerals, in organic and conventional foods and how farmers can grow nutrient-packed food.
What new programs or initiatives are particularly exciting?
Can the public provide input to the 2018 Farm Bill?
Launched in 1981, our Farming Systems Trial is the longest-running North American research project comparing organic versus conventional grains such as corn and soybeans; it has allowed us to compare yields, water and energy use, soil organic matter, nutrient density, profitability and other factors. In 2016, we introduced our Vegetable Systems Trial, a side-by-side comparison for organic versus conventional produce. We expect organic management practices that improve soil health can enhance nutrient density in vegetables and so benefit farmers’ lives and eating habits worldwide. In 2016, we launched the Organic Farmers Association (OrganicFarmers Association.org), creating a valuable information exchange and unified voice for domestic certified organic producers. This national membership organization focuses on policy issues, including the Farm Bill, subsidy programs, animal welfare standards and contamination from conventional farm fields.
President Trump’s proposed “skinny” budget seeks to gut many federal programs, including those designed to protect the environment, so we need to urge elected representatives to stand up for organic farmers as the new bill develops. Historically, heavily funded commodity crop interests fight against assistance programs that encourage low-income people to buy healthy foods. Organic agriculture made strides in the 2014 Farm Bill, which provided increased support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program, crop insurance, organic research and organic certification costsharing programs. To help meet surging demand for organics, it’s important to support initiatives like the Conservation Reserve and Transition Initiatives programs that provide resources for farmers to move from synthetic chemical farming to organic methods.
Besides healthier food, what other benefits of organic farming have convinced late adopters to convert? Healthy soil, full of billions of beneficial microorganisms, is a major byproduct of regenerative organic farming. Organic farming creates diverse, healthy ecosystems that protect wildlife. However, any agricultural model that’s fixated on yields at the expense of soil health will incur a steep price as those farms won’t remain productive for future generations. Regenerative organic farming facilitates storage of carbon in the ground, making it integral to addressing the climate crisis. Organic Manifesto makes the case plain; to optimize your own and the planet’s health—buy, grow and eat organic food. Randy Kambic is a freelance writer and editor in Estero, FL, and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings.
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Take Toxins Out of Your Life by Meredith Montgomery
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he term “detox” has been gaining traction in health circles, but cleansing practices have existed for millennia, ranging from Egyptian hydrotherapy to Medieval Lenten practices and Native American fasting, smudging and sweat lodges. The truth is that we need cleansing now more than ever—to rid our bodies of chemical overload and our minds of negative thinking. The Environmental Defense Fund has counted more than 100 chemicals produced in the U.S. that are present in everyday products and hazardous to humans and the environment. “Our body is a natural detoxifier, ridding itself of toxins through pooping, peeing, sweating and shedding skin. But in our current toxic overload situation, it’s not always an efficient process,” observes Deanna Minich, Ph.D., an author and functional nutritionist in Washington state. Some experts believe many commercial detoxification programs are unsafe, extreme and ineffective. “Psychologically, a short-term cleanse can act as a stepping stone if you’re eating fast food and donuts every day,” says Dr. Michael Greger, a Washington,
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D.C., physician specializing in clinical nutrition and author of How Not to Die. “What matters more is longterm—what you’re eating a decade from now. No quick fix is going to do it, it’s a lifestyle change.”
Feed Your Microbiome
When the microbiome becomes depleted, overall health is affected. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, in Washington, D.C., and author of Gutbliss and The Microbiome Solution, explains, “The GI tract is the body’s
We’re all exposed to toxins, but if our inner terrain is healthy, our body can flush them out, so we won’t get sick. ~Robynne Chutkan
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“Health and wealth have become associated with cleanliness, yet the opposite is probably true,” assesses Chutkan. “Kids come in from the playground to use hand sanitizers and eat processed snacks. Instead, discard the microbiome-disrupting sanitizer and provide fresh vegetables for them to eat outside. We don’t want kids exposed to any serious pathogens, but getting a little dirty is essential.”
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engine, and microbes are the worker bees that operate the machinery so that digestion and toxin removal can happen.” She recommends switching to a plant-filled diet to effectively repopulate the microbiome and be aware of how food is grown. “Much store-bought produce, even organic options, is grown in depleted soil. Seek out biodynamic farmers that prioritize nutrientrich soil to foster microbes,” Chutkan says. Even planting a couple of herbs or microgreens on the kitchen windowsill can make a difference. “Just picking those herbs and getting your hands in healthy dirt increases your exposure to health-promoting microbes.”
Studies have found that children with pets are more likely to have fewer allergies and infections and take fewer antibiotics than those living in pet-free households (Clinical & Experimental Allergy and Kuopio University Hospital, Finland). Pets that venture outdoors bring healthy microbes inside; so does fresh air, which purifies poorer quality indoor air. Chutkan also warns of excessive bathing. “When we scrub ourselves, we rub off microbes and naturally occurring oils; unless we’re filthy, we just need to gently rinse.” Marketers convince consumers that products with toxic ingredients are necessities, but coconut oil, apple cider vinegar and honey can effectively replace many toiletries.
he recommends stimulating fat metabolism with a cleanse that starts each morning with melted ghee followed by a simple nonfat diet throughout the day. According to research published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, ghee, a clarified butter, has been proven to remove environmental toxins by attaching to toxic fats. Kitchari, the staple of the meal plan, is a nourishing and easy-to-digest, porridge-like blend of beans, rice and Indian spices. “When you eat a mono diet of just kitchari, your body can transfer the energy that normally goes toward digestion into cleansing and healing other systems,” says Douillard. For those not
Reboot with a Quick Cleanse
To stimulate the body’s natural ability to burn fat, Douillard recommends a four-day, at-home detox cleanse. “The digestive system is responsible for delivering nutrients and escorting dangerous toxins out of your body; if you can’t digest well, you can’t detoxify well,” he says. Unlike drastic fasts and juice cleanses, which can deplete nutrients,
Few Snacks, More Water
Work toward eating three meals a day—a light breakfast, big lunch and light and early dinner—without snacking in-between, and fasting for 13 hours each night. Douillard notes, “This regimen should be maintained beyond the cleanse because it gives the body a chance to use up its carbohydrates—its normal, go-to fuel—and switch to its calmer, more stable, detoxifying fuel— body fat.”
5 Ways to Detox Every Day
Burn Fat Cells
According to ayurveda, burning fat fuels detoxification because toxins from preservatives, pollutants, pesticides and other damaging chemicals are stored in our fat cells. When fat is metabolized and used as an energy source, the toxins are released, ready to be flushed out. “When we’re not burning fat, toxins can accumulate, cause congestion in the lymphatic channels, overwhelm the liver and ultimately be deposited back into fat cells or stored in the arteries, heart and brain,” comments Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Dr. John Douillard, of Boulder, Colorado. He’s the author of Eat Wheat and a former director of player development and nutrition advisor for the New Jersey Nets professional basketball team.
ready to maintain such a limited diet, he recommends a polydiet with the option to add seasonal steamed vegetables, oatmeal and other gluten-free grains.
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s soon as we start eating healthier diets, our body is able to detoxify more efficiently and diseases begin to be reversed,” says Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and creator of NutritionFacts.org. Follow these tips to enhance the detoxification process at mealtimes.
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Eat broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables raw or chop them at least 40 minutes before cooking to maximize intake of the phytonutrient sulforaphane, which boosts detoxifying enzymes in the liver. For the time-crunched, Greger suggests adding a small amount of any type of raw cruciferous vegetables to the cooked ones.
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Always choose colorful produce, with the exception of white mushrooms and cauliflower. “White foods are stripped of nutrition,” says Greger. Pigment indicates the richness of antioxidants that keep the body functioning efficiently. He likes adding shreds of economical and long-lasting red cabbage as an everyday garnish.
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Follow the seasons, because nature provides the ideal harvest for each season—heavier, denser foods in winter, like wheat, dairy, roots, nuts and seeds; and cooling, high-energy fruits and vegetables in summer. Dr. John Douillard, creator of the 3-Season Diet Challenge, remarks that research suggests that gut microbes are meant to change with local seasonal foods to optimize digestion, mood and immunity.
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Avoid plastics by limiting intake of foods stored or cooked in plastic, especially cling wrap, which is made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a known carcinogen, according to the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer. Also avoid canned goods unless labeled bisphenol A (BPA)-free. “A lot of toxins enter our bodies through processed, overcooked and fried foods,” observes Deanna Minich, Ph.D. “As we replace these foods with nourishing options, we need to also minimize plastic packaging.”
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Filter water because, “We are primarily made of water, so if we’re drinking and bathing in contaminated water, it impacts health,” says Minich who recommends using a national testing laboratory to assess home tap water. The results can then be coupled with the Environmental Working Group’s buying guide (Tinyurl.com/EWG-Buying-Guide) to determine the most appropriate water filter to deal with the contaminants that may be present. natural awakenings
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good bowel movement is the ultimate detox, eliminating toxins, unwanted bacteria, cells that have outlived their usefulness and other waste that has to go. Stools provide an index of health, so turn around and take a look at them for feedback for improving digestive and overall health. One key way to assess a stool is by its color. Use the following guide: 4 Pale, chalky stool can be a sign of liver disease or clogged bile ducts, and is often accompanied by dark urine because the bile gets excreted through the kidneys instead of the digestive tract. 4 Yellow stool may mean a parasite like Giardia or excess fat because of a pancreas that’s not secreting enough enzymes. 4 Green stool can be the result of a Clostridium difficile infection or antibiotics. 4 Red stool occurs with bleeding from the colon, but can also be caused by eating beets. 4 Black stool usually signifies bleeding from higher in the gastrointestinal tract or from an iron supplement. 4 Lighter brown stool may mean insufficient deeply pigmented leafy greens in the diet. 4 Blue stool can be from bluecolored food. 4 Dark brown is the color of stool nirvana. Bile and bilirubin pigment, formed in the liver from dead red blood cells, give healthy stools this chocolate color. Learn more at DigestiveCenterFor Wellness.com.
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Emotional Release
“Toxins are best understood less as poisons than as barriers—obstacles to the life and health we truly want,” says Minich. As a functional medicine nutritionist, she believes that food as medicine is only one aspect of full-spectrum health. Her approach revolves around clusters of nutritional, anatomical, psychological and spiritual life issues that can be jointly detoxified, supported and healed. “Good eating alone will not necessarily solve our emotional woes or stop our limiting beliefs and toxic self-talk,” she explains in Whole Detox, a book based on a whole-life, whole-systems, whole-foods approach to detoxification. “We need to remove all the barriers that impede our growth. Limiting thoughts, as well as heavy metals and pesticides, are toxic barriers that weigh us down, sapping energy that might be used for better things.” Her 21-day program is designed to establish long-term lifestyle changes with simple habits. She recommends monitoring our emotions and tracking thoughts with daily writing exercises. “Look at yourself like you’re examining a food label to get to the root of limiting patterns,” she says, encouraging questions such as, “Is this thought healthy for me?” or, “Do I want this thought in my being?” Be mindful of speech as well; swearing, exaggerating and interrupting can have deleterious effects,
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Adapt the cleanse to avoid strain, because when under stress, the lymphatic system shuts down and the body stores fat and toxins. “If three meals a day with no snacks is not possible yet, have a nonfat high-protein snack and plan to eat more protein at your next meal,” suggests Douillard. “Or start with four meals, and work your way down to three.” Aim to drink half your healthiest body weight in ounces of room-temperature water every day, while also sipping warm-to-hot water—believed to soften the intestinal tract, move the lymph and hydrate the cells more effectively than cold water—every 10 to 15 minutes for two weeks. Plain water has a hydrating effect that not even lemon water can replicate.
while uplifting affirmations can inspire positive actions. She attests that visualization can help prevent the creative self from shutting down, another aspect of toxicity. “Be intuitive and imaginative; allow creative expression to flow. Before you can manifest what you want in life, you have to envision it.” Minich wants patients to invite introspection by taking a few minutes each day to be in solitude and silence, allowing meaning and purpose to surface. Daily stress relief practices such as meditation, yoga, self-massage and mindful breathing can foster stress reduction. “Life shouldn’t feel like an emergency. We need to navigate around stress so we’re not inundated by it,” counsels Douillard. By extracting toxins through sweat and circulating nutrients, physical activity is equally important for detoxification, but it’s also a form of self-love. “It expands your sense of possibilities, freeing you to go where you will and to carry burdens lightly,” Minich says. In this age of personalized medicine, Minich encourages patients to focus on the parts of a detox program that they need most, whether it’s diet, exercise, massage, emotional wellbeing or spirituality. She reminds us that the desire and need to cleanse is universal.“Detox is as old as humankind.” Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLiving HealthyPlanet.com).
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toxin is a poisonous substance that is a specific product of the metabolic activities of a living organism and is usually very unstable, notably toxic when introduced into the tissues and typically capable of inducing antibody formation. In a nutshell, a toxin is something harmful to the body. It only makes sense to keep our exposure to things that could increase toxins in our body to a minimum and to rid our body of these substances if at all possible. There are more than 80,000 chemicals registered through the National Toxicology Program (NTP), a division of the Department of Health and Human Services, in the U.S. According to NTP, there are 2,000 new chemicals introduced each year, and we do not know the effects of many of these chemicals on our health, yet we may be exposed to them while manufacturing, distributing, using and disposing of them or when they become pollutants in our air, water, or soil. Many of these substances are thought to be harmless, yet as more and more chemicals are introduced, the amount of toxins we are exposed to continues to rise. Prevention is always the goal, but that is not always possible. We can limit our exposure to pollutants, eat organic food, filter our water and work to control the contaminants we allow into our home by using green and eco-friendly products. When the body is exposed to a toxin, the natural response is to want to rid itself of this foreign substance, and a process called inflammation takes place, which results in an increase of cellular activity in a particular area and can result in a localized response of swelling, redness and temporary irritation. Inflammation is part of the body's natural immune response and initially can be beneficial. However, when the body is bombarded with more toxic substances than it is capable of getting rid of, a chronic and systemic inflammatory response can result. More inflammation is created in response to the existing inflammation. Chronic inflammatory diseases are very prevalent, and include obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer and autoimmune disorders. It is estimated that nearly 80 percent of all Americans suffer from at least one chronic inflammatory condition. Controlling inflamma-
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tion is a big key to controlling this vicious cycle, and eliminating toxins from our system is the first step. Because preventing toxins from getting into our bodies is such a key component to detoxing our world, essential oils can play an important role. Essential oils can be used as a safe and effective alternative to many products we use resulting in fewer contaminants getting into our bodies. Essential oils are fragrant compounds found in plants that are used as the plants’ own defense mechanism. The nature of an essential oil varies from plant to plant, within botanical families and from species to species. The delicate combination of aromatic constituents found in any given essential oil are what make it unique and give it specific properties. Use essential oils as a part of making your own cleaning products—citrus oils such as lemon and wild orange work well as degreasers and disinfectants—rather than depend-
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by Patricia Jordan ou know that mercury is bad for people. John Moore, a prominent 20th-century mercury and dental health researcher, regarded mercury as a ubiquitous contaminant of everything from plastics to concrete and medicine. But what about your dog? Pets also routinely encounter mercury and other toxic metals like aluminum and lead. For humans, eating whole, organic and even biodynamic food has become imperative to avoid heavy metals. That’s also true for canines. A species-appropriate raw diet including veggies is often recommended. And any raw meaty bones should be the joints and not the long bones unless purchased from a company that tests for heavy metals. Here are some preventive and remedial steps.
Y ing on all of the dangerous chemicals found in commercial cleaning products. Use essential oils as bug repellent—some of the best include arborvitae, lemongrass and geranium— rather than the harmful sprays containing DEET, which is known to act as a central nervous system depressant. Rather than using air fresheners or candles which can lead to harmful fumes, diffuse essential oils to freshen the air. Select natural personal care products that don’t use ingredients such as parabens (preservatives) and a host of petroleum-derived ingredients. Better yet, make them at home with essential oils. Despite our best efforts, many interactions to harmful substances are unavoidable, so our bodies are still exposed to a myriad of toxins every day. We can still take steps to minimize their effect on our health, rather than allowing the amount of toxins to build up and overload our bodies. Conducting a periodic detoxification and cleansing regime is wise and rids the body of many harmful substances to avoid toxic overload. Essential oils offer a gentle and effective way to rid the body of these toxins. Only certified pure therapeutic-grade essential oils are safe for internal consumption. When selecting essential oils for detoxification purposes, always be sure to check the bottles for a supplement fact label to make sure it is safe for internal consumption. Consult a health care practitioner before beginning a cleanse or detox. For more information, call Karla Gleason at 419-265-3219 or visit EssentialConnection.org. See ad page 12. 18
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Heal leaky gut first. Like humans, pets with leaky gut
will have food allergies. Remove causes like vaccines and processed foods; support the liver; rebalance with prebiotics, probiotics and digestive enzymes; replenish with a healthy whole foods diet, along with aloe, slippery elm and marshmallow root; and restore with homeopathic remedies. Follow up with fermented veggies as part of the diet. Consult a naturopathic veterinarian for treatment.
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Provide clean, filtered water.
Mountain spring water is ideal.
Boost nutrients. Nutrient deficiencies
that can arise in conjunction with mercury poisoning include antioxidant vitamins A, C, E and vitamin D, plus the complex of B vitamins, zinc, magnesium and selenium. These also help treat potential postvaccination immunity issues.
Good nutrient sources to add to doggie meals include:
Vitamin A: liver, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables, dark leafy greens, eggs Vitamin C: berries, citrus, red bell peppers (or berry powder supplements; one-half teaspoon per 25 pounds of weight)
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Vitamin E: grains, seeds and their oils, wheat germ oil Vitamin D: liver, eggs, oily fish like sardines, mackerel, salmon B vitamins: liver, venison (or moringa leaf powder supplement, one-half teaspoon per 25 pounds) Zinc: red meat, poultry Magnesium: dark leafy greens, seeds, fish Selenium: oily fish, grass-fed beef and beef liver, free-range chicken, egg Turmeric: a powerful supplement to help treat and prevent gene damage caused by heavy metals and glyphosate (one-eighth to one-quarter teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight per day, combined with a healthy fat like coconut oil and some freshly ground black pepper for better absorption).
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Probiotics plus. Probiotics help restore healthy gut bacteria, repair genes, synthesize nutrients and help remove mercury from the body. Cultivating a gut garden of beneficial bugs boosts health. Add a teaspoon or two of kefir or fermented veggies to the dinner of small dogs, up to a tablespoon or two for larger animals. A high-quality refrigerated probiotic supplement is an option; if it’s made for animals, follow the package directions; for human products, assume the dose is for a 150-pound person and adjust for the dog’s weight. Amino acids, the primary building blocks of proteins, are integral to detoxification; feeding a dog a variety of meats, along with fish and eggs, will provide these. Digestive enzymes also support health; a supplement should include many kinds. Cellulase, a plant enzyme that helps digest plant material, also extracts mercury, which destroys naturally occurring enzymes.
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Plan meals with prebiotics. Prebiotics occur naturally in common high-fiber foods including cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts and spinach. Carrots, beets and spirulina also benefit the gut. Establishing a healthy gut restores the body’s natural detoxification function, plus its ability to assimilate critical nutrients. Add a teaspoon or two for small dogs; one to three tablespoons for larger dogs.
Prevent and treat candida. Avoid aggravating
candida as it can release 60-plus toxic substances, including ethanols and the heavy metals it eats. Eliminate all carbs, sugar and grains from the dog’s diet.
Greens, minerals and herbs. The use of juve-
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nile grasses is detoxifying and provides necessary magnesium during a detox. Sea vegetables can supply calcium, iodine and trace minerals. Herbs like curcumin, ginger and cayenne are potent antioxidants; ginger and turmeric help with DNA repair. Nutrients from green leafy vegetables like spinach and broccoli can enter cells and reduce inflammation; broccoli sprouts also apply, with the most effective delivery method via a concentrated powder. Blend or lightly steam veggies to enhance digestion, then add one tablespoon for smaller dogs, or three to four for larger dogs.
No fake food or vitamins. Be wary
of synthetic vitamins. Whole foods may be properly supplemented with gentle chelators like open cell wall chlorella and super foods like spirulina.
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our parents and grandparents didn’t receive a financial education, so they don’t understand emotions that relate to money or how to talk about it.” Tessler works with individuals, couples and creative entrepreneurs to help them “claim their worth in the world and bring their skills and values into the marketplace,” she says. Money is a frequent source of tension among couples, but Tessler notes it wasn’t even talked about in her graduate-level psychology training. “Money is emotional territory for people. You can’t just go to a financial planner, plot a budget and be on your merry way,” she observes.
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Think Independence, Intimacy, Integrity by April Thompson
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oney influences our choice of job or home, and sense of security, worth and power; it can also make life more or less convenient. Yet, despite its essential importance, money is often a forbidden topic among family members.
Money Talk Taboo “We are not taught how to have a relationship with money on a psychological or spiritual level; it isn’t part of our culture,” explains Bari Tessler, a Boulder, Colorado, financial therapist and author of The Art of Money. “The majority of
Shifting Our Perceptions To change our relationship with money, Tessler says we need to understand our “money stories” that include the ways in which our personal experiences, together with subconsciously inherited familial and cultural attitudes, shape how we think about money. “The first step to changing our money habits is being willing to deal with the tough issues,” says Mayuri Onerheim, author of Money Spirituality Consciousness, a retired accountant and spiritual teacher of the Diamond Approach of selfrealization, in Larkspur, California. “There is no change without some discomfort. It’s part of the spiritual journey.” Self-care, forgiveness and acceptance are important throughout this process, advises Tessler, because many
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We have ups and downs in life, and the same is true of our finances. ~Bari Tessler people bring feelings of guilt and shame to their relationship with money. She recommends doing a “body check-in” to become aware of our physical reaction to related issues, whether it’s going on a reckless spending spree or bracing to ask for a raise. This stage paves the way for the practical work of learning to manage our money in alignment with our values, goals and dreams. It begins with developing practices to track, review and reflect upon spending and earning patterns.
Tactical Tools Tessler recommends utilizing one of many free financial tracking tools like Mint.com, ynab.com or MoneyMinder Online.com. She also suggests we rename their preloaded budget categories to reflect our personal relationships to the areas of spending (e.g., “sanctuary” rather than mortgage; “my dream vacation” for savings targeted for time off; or “life happens” for late fees). For an enlightened view of cash flows, Onerheim suggests translating what was spent on something into the hours it took to earn the money. “This perspective can transform how we allocate resources and what we’re willing to spend money on,” she says. Vicki Robin, co-author of the bestseller Your Money or Your Life, espouses a similar approach: thinking of money in terms of hours of life energy. “Continually asking yourself whether you actually got fulfillment in proportion to life energy spent in each subcategory awakens the natural sense of knowing when enough is enough,” she writes. Tessler and Onerheim both encourage rethinking the idea that all earning is good and all spending is bad: “It’s about balancing needs and wants, and we need joy in life. It’s not about saving every penny and not enjoying yourself,” says Onerheim.
A Rewarding Journey Becoming financially conscious ultimately helps us fulfill our responsibility to be a good steward of the planet’s resources, according to Onerheim. “Money is a representation of myself in the world, so I want to take responsibility for where my money goes.” “Financial integrity is achieved by learning the true impact of your earning and spending, both on your immediate family and on the planet,” agrees
Robin. “It is knowing what is enough money and material goods to keep you at the peak of fulfillment—and what is just excess and clutter.” All call for celebrating progress on the journey to financial well-being and know-how. “Take baby steps and reward yourself along the way,” counsels Tessler. “This is a lifelong journey.” Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.
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Eating Vegan on the Road Clever Ways to Eat Healthy Anywhere by Judith Fertig
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raveling can be tricky for those trying to eat a plant-based diet, especially on long stretches of highway. More than 33 percent of Americans, or 100 million-plus people, are eating vegan/vegetarian meals more often, even if they do not adhere to a strict plant-based lifestyle, concluded a 2011 Harris Interactive study commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group. Here is what the discerning traveler can do when hunger strikes. Start by looking for vegan pit stops before you go. Identify a plant-friendly restaurant group, such as Dr. Andrew Weil’s True Food Kitchen (now in 12 states), and then Google for their locations. Smartphone apps such as Finding Vegan and Happy Cow help point the way to vegan-friendly restaurants around the world. This month, Natural Awakenings asked three savvy travelers how they manage plant-based eating wherever they go. For Dustin Harder, eating well on the road is a matter of research and preparation. He is the New York Citybased chef/host of the online program The Vegan Roadie, with 100 U.S. restaurant visits and counting and now seeking
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crowdfunding for its third season, set in Italy. Harder has learned to investigate his dining options ahead of time, and always packs a travel-size, high-speed blender, lots of trail mix and his favorite condiments of sriracha (bottled hot sauce) and nutritional yeast. “You can locate great vegan restaurants in surprising places if you search online before you travel,” he says, listing Viva Vegeria and La Botanica, in San Antonio, Texas, and The Red Fern, in Rochester, New York, among his finds. Where vegan restaurants are scarce, he turns to plant-based options at Chipotle Mexican Grill and Panera Bread. His DIY hotel-room cuisine favorites are a Hotel Smoothie, Banushi (banana sushi) and Pizzadilla, a cross between a pizza and a quesadilla, “cooked” in aluminum foil using a hotel iron and ironing board. Matt Frazier, a runner and co-author of the No Meat Athlete Cookbook, recently went on the road for a selffunded book tour. Not only had he left his high-powered blender back home with his family in Asheville, North Carolina, he was on a tight budget. “The trick that has helped me not just survive, but thrive on the road is eating fresher, more whole and more raw,”
you should be able to find something on the menu or adapt a dish to stick with plants,” she says. “You might have to get a little creative. I once asked for salsa and a plain, baked potato; not a bad combo, as it turns out.” Wherever we find ourselves, we can still find healthy ways to eat.
he says. He recommends filling up on kale, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, nuts and seeds, berries, beans, onions and mushrooms. Lindsay S. Nixon, author of The Happy Herbivore Guide to PlantBased Living and related cookbooks, has traveled from her home in Los Angeles across the country and around the world, finding plant-based foods wherever she goes. “Almost every city has a Thai or Italian restaurant where
Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS. Connect at JudithFertig.com.
Banushi Yields: 1 serving
Vegan DIY Room Service by Dustin Harder sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Fold the other half over the toppings, and then fold the foil over the entire Pizzadilla, completely closing the edges of the foil. Place the foil packet on the ironing board and the iron on the foil packet. Iron it out to flatten slightly and then leave iron on the foil packet for 2 minutes, flip and repeat. Open foil, cut the Pizzadilla in half and it’s ready to eat.
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Preheat hotel or travel iron; the linen setting works well. While the iron is preheating, place tortilla on a square of aluminum foil large enough to enclose the tortilla. Sprinkle half the cheese on one half of the tortilla, top with peppers and onions, spoon over the marinara and
Peel the banana. Spread with a layer of nut butter to look like a sushi roll. Place blueberries in a line down the middle lengthwise, about an inch apart. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds or strawberry slivers and top with raw nut crumble. Slice into pieces the size of sushi roll pieces.
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Yields: 1 serving 1 large tortilla of choice (whole wheat or GMO-free corn) ½ cup Daiya vegan mozzarella shreds 2 Tbsp onion, chopped 2 Tbsp green pepper, chopped ¼ cup pizza sauce or marinara, store-bought Shredded fresh basil for garnish (optional) Field Roast Grain Meat Italian Sausage (optional) Large piece of aluminum foil Iron and ironing board
Nut butter of choice Bananas (not overripe; firm enough to hold toppings) Blueberries Pomegranate seeds or strawberries, cut into slivers Raw nuts of choice, crumbled, crushed or ground up
Recipes courtesy of VeganRoadie.com.
Beware of little expenses. Hotel Smoothie Yields: 1 serving
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1 cup filtered water or apple juice Handful or two of tender, baby greens, such as baby spinach or kale 1 banana, peeled, or another favorite soft, peeled fruit Put the water, greens and banana in a high-speed, travel-sized blender and blend until smooth.
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Another study of 20 patients reported in the Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology found that subjects’ sweat contained about 24 times more cadmium, 19 times more nickel, 16 times more lead and almost three times more aluminum than their urine. Overall, sweat proved more effective than urine at removing 14 of the 18 heavy metals studied. It also contained and, therefore, expelled larger quantities of 16 of the 18 metals than the blood samples did. Of all the metals, aluminum was found at the highest concentrations in sweat, with zinc, copper and nickel also occurring at relatively high levels.
Four Reasons to Break a Sweat The Fast Path to Flushing Toxins by Deanna Minich
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octors, health experts and fitness gurus tell us that we should break a sweat every day—and for good reason. Sweat not only activates a host of benefits tied to healthboosting exercise, perspiring itself is curative. Whether sitting in a sauna, walking on a warm day or working out, sweating is a necessary bodily function with powerful healing effects. By clearing out a range of toxins, sweat plays an essential role in the body’s natural detoxifying function. Here are some of the toxins it helps eliminate:
Persistent organic pollutants (solvents, 1fumigants and insecticides):
A clinical study of 20 participants published in BioMed Research International found that their sweat samples contained a range of toxins, including pesticides DDT/DDE, endosulfan, methoxychlor and endrin. Nearly all parent compounds of these pesticides were evident, demonstrating that sweating is an effective way of excreting and diminishing the body’s toxic burden. One sweat sample contained some pesticides not present in the subject’s blood or urine samples, suggesting that some pesticides are only mobilized and eliminated through sweating.
Phthalate (plasticizer): Phthalate, found in plastic products, is also removed through sweat. Research published in the Scientific World Journal evaluated blood, sweat and urine samples from 20 individuals and discovered that all of them contained the common mono-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (MEHP). The concentrations of this toxin in sweat were more than twice as high as those in the urine, showing that sweating may be the best way of ridding the body of this endocrinedisrupting compound.
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Bisphenol A (BPA): Researchers reporting in the 4 Journal of Environmental and Public Health examined the blood, urine and sweat of 20 participants for BPA, an endocrine-disrupting toxin found in canned foods, plastic water bottles and other items. Of the 20 sweat samples collected, 16 contained BPA, while only 14 urine and 2 blood samples tested positive for the toxin. This reveals that sweat is the most effective way of removing BPA build-up in the body; just as vital, it demonstrates that testing blood or urine for toxicity levels may not present the whole picture. A wide range of activities, including exercising and engaging in sports, can help us break a sweat. A low-impact option is spending time in a sauna. Notably, in a focused study, the sweat from an infrared sauna expelled more bismuth, cadmium, chromium, mercury and uranium than that produced by a steam sauna. The steam sauna caused higher levels of arsenic, aluminum, cobalt, copper, manganese, nickel, lead, tin, thallium and zinc to be excreted (Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology). Hydration is essential in maximizing all these health benefits. Failure to hydrate properly during and after sweating can lead to other health problems. An easy rehydration practice is to step on the scales right before and after sweating; the weight lost is the optimum amount of water to drink afterwards (Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine). For reference, one pound of water is slightly less than a one-half liter. Sweat contains minerals essential for optimal functioning of the whole body. Following excessive sweating, it’s important to replace the minerals lost, especially zinc, copper, selenium, chromium and potassium. Coconut water is a good source of potassium; nuts, seafood, whole grains and legumes generally contain relatively high doses of zinc, copper, selenium and chromium. The next time the couch and air conditioning beckon, think of all the “sweaty” benefits about to be sacrificed. Breaking a sweat might seem like an effort, but it keeps internal detox systems healthy and optimally functioning. Deanna Minich, Ph.D., is an author, teacher and researcher, as well as founder of Food & Spirit, a framework to integrate ancient healing traditions with modern science. She leads online detox programs as part of her whole-self approach to health. Connect at DeannaMinich.com.
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MONDAY, JULY 10 Paddle the Pond – 4pm-7:30pm. Perfect for a family outing, comfort-builder for beginners or relaxing exercise. An instructor will be on hand for intro safety and skills education. All boats and life jacks provided, first-come first-served basis. Enjoy a nature walk while you wait. The last Monday of each month will feature kayaks and canoes. Must be Aged 4+ to ride in boats; 12+ for kayaks. Please call ahead for any special needs or accommodations. FREE. W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Rd, Perrysburg OH. Register at WoodCountyParkDistrict.org.
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Life Line Screening – Available screenings and tests for risk of stroke and bone fracture, HDL and LDL cholesterol levels, diabetes risk, kidney and thyroid function. Also bone density screening is available for men and women. All 5 screenings take 60-90 minutes. Packages start at $149. Northwest Christian Church, 1590 W Temperance Rd, Temperance MI. More Info and Registration at 877-2371287 or LifeLineScreening.com/CommunityCircle.
Zumba Kids with Elaina – 10-11am. Fun kidfriendly dance workout in different Latin and HipHop styles. Learn dances, play games and have a blast with your friends. Elaina Hernandez is a certified ZIN instructor. Registration is required. Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd, Maumee OH. Register at ToledoLibrary.org/Events. More Info 419-259-5380.
TUESDAY, JULY 11
Private Reiki & Energy Balancing sessions – 11:30am-1:30pm. Diana Marie, a Reiki Master Teacher trained in the Usui Method, has over 30 years of experience in energy balancing. Schedule a private 15-minute session. $20. Gypsie Soul, 123 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Register in advance to reserve a spot 419-873-7266, but walk-ins are also welcome. Cash or check only, please. See ad p. 10.
Makeover Your Purse with Essential Oils - 6:30pm. What you carry around in your purse is important! Learn which essential oils to have on hand so you can be ready for anything! $15. Participants will go home with some Do-It-Yourself essential oil items along with recipes and ideas for a complete purse makeover. 422 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Register with Sarah 419-367-3569. Seating is limited to the first 10 people. See ad p. 12.
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Discover the Power of Essential Oils - 7pm. dōTERRA’s rapid rise to become the world’s leading essential oil company is no surprise once you open a bottle of their CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils and inhale their crisp and clean aromas. Come experience the difference for yourself and learn how essential oils are used to support the body for health and wellness. Free. Class size is limited to 10. 422 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg OH. Register at https://ec7-11.eventbrite.com. See ad p. 12.
Starr Spangled 5K – 8-11am. All ages and fitness levels welcome in this 5K Race and Walk. Awards by age group. Pre-registered runners/ walkers receive a shirts and shoe discount coupon. Can pre-register through 7/2 or register on Race day. Starr Elementary School, 3230 Starr Ave, Oregon OH. Online registration at IMAthlete.com More info Second Sole 419-931-8484 or Matt@ SecondSoleOhio.com. Event Link Facebook.com/ events/431001847232100/.
Yoga Nidra class Fundraiser – 6-7pm. Yoga Nidra brings an incredible calmness, quietness and clarity. This practice is one of the deepest of all meditations, leading awareness through many levels of mental processes to a state of supreme stillness and insight. It is a state of conscious Deep Sleep. 100% of the funds raised go to The Daughter Project, a 501c3 non-profit which helps girls who’ve been rescues from sex traffickers. Suggested donation $10. Mind Body Balance, 105 E Front St, Monroe MI. More Info call 734-457-9003.
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Beginner Tai Chi Class – 9:30-11am. Come join the Taoist Tai Chi Society in this slow movement practice which uses gentle turns and stretches to improve balance, flexibility, circulation and strength. First class is free. Walbridge Municipal Bldg, Senior Center Gym, 705 N Main St, Walbridge OH. More info 419-537-0131.
Free Wig Salon Program – 10am-12pm. Your American Cancer Society offers FREE, brand-new wigs to women who are facing or experiencing hair loss as a result of a cancer treatment. No appt necessary. (Pgm is held on the 2nd Wed and 2nd Sat each month). Free. The Victory Center, 5532 W Central Ave, Ste B, Toledo OH. More info Penny McCloskey 419-531-7600 or PMcCloskey@ TheVictoryCenter.org.
Private Reiki & Energy Balancing sessions – 12pm-2pm. Diana Marie, a Reiki Master Teacher trained in the Usui Method, has over 30 years of experience in energy balancing. Schedule a private 15-minute session. $20. Gypsie Soul, 123 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Register in advance to reserve a spot 419-873-7266, but walk-ins are also welcome. Cash or check only, please. See ad p. 10. Healthy Thyroid & Weight Loss Seminar – 6:30pm. Do you realize you have 6 fat burning hormones that should be working for you, and not against you? Attend this new and updated Weight Loss Seminar to learn how to get your body into fat burning mode. Free. Attendees are eligible to win our amazing Free Body Shaping Spa Day. Fairwood Health and Body Transition, 5215 Monroe St., Ste 4, Toledo OH. More info call 419-517-1030 or BurnFatToledo.com. See ad p. 31.
Private Reiki & Energy Balancing sessions – 1-3pm. Diana Marie, a Reiki Master Teacher trained in the Usui Method, has over 30 years of experience in energy balancing. Schedule a private 15-minute session. $20. Gypsie Soul, 123 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Register in advance to reserve a spot 419-873-7266, but walk-ins are also welcome. Cash or check only, please. See ad p. 10.
SUNDAY, JULY 9 Under the Mallard Lake Moon 5K – 9:30pm10:30pm. Experience the Metroparks under the light of the moon. Wear glow attire in this non-competitive race or walk. For safety reasons, everyone must start together. No late starters. Toledo Roadrunners will have the route marked with glow sticks. $5/Ages 6 and up, 5 and under Free. Toledo Metroparks, Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd, Swanton OH. Register at Reservations.MetroparksToledo.com.
Uncork the Artist – 1:30-2:30pm. Ms. Nelson, who runs Uncork the Artist in Perrysburg and Toledo, leads this class for Ages 12-18. All art supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St, Toledo OH. Register at ToledoLibrary. org/Events. More Info 419-259-5380.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12 Free Wig Salon Program – 10am-12pm. Your American Cancer Society offers FREE, brand-new wigs to women who are facing or experiencing hair loss as a result of a cancer treatment. No appt necessary. (Pgm is held on the 2nd Wed and 2nd Sat each month). Free. The Victory Center, 5532 W Central Ave, Ste B, Toledo OH. More info Penny McCloskey 419-531-7600 or PMcCloskey@ TheVictoryCenter.org. Tapping Group - (2nd Wed. each month) 6-7pm. Tap Away Stress and Anxiety in this group practice using EFT, Emotional Freedom Techniques, an effective, self-soothing acupressure tool to release distress and negative thought habits while expanding heart-centered energy to access peace, joy and abundance.$10/class. 6635 W. Central Ave, Toledo OH. Register with Cindy Baker at 419-376-0844 or email CindyBaker001@gmail.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 13 Free Courses in Immune Support – 5-6pm. Dr. Barbour leads this course on flu prevention & care, and how to perform the thoracic pump (a hands-on procedure that stimulates the immune system’s ability to fight off disease). Free. Center for Progressive Health & Wellness, 975 S Monroe St, Ste C, Monroe MI. More info 734-241-0560. The Body Speaks the Mind – 7-8pm. This class focuses on using specific postures, breath and Kundalini meditations designed to release stored trauma in the body. Discussion of PTSD and Traumatic Brain injury and the long-term effects. Students will receive 3 books, manual, lecture and movement. Minimum of 5 students. Last day to sign up is 7/8/17. Mind Body Balance, 105 E Front St, Monroe MI. Register at MindBodyBalance.com. More Info at 734-457-9003.
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SATURDAY, JULY 15 Yoga Nidra class – 5:30-6:30pm. Melany Gladieux, a registered yoga instructor, leads this Yoga Nidra practice which is a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping to experience deeper levels of inner freedom. Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra is an inspired meditative practice where you just lie down and listen. We will then practice gentle, restorative yoga to awaken our feeling bodies. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a yoga mat and a thin blanket or two. $20. Gypsie Soul, 123 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Class is limited to 20, so call to Reserve your spot at 419-873-7266. Cash or Check payment only, please. See ad p. 10.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19 Camp 9-1-1 (July 19-20) – Starts 9am. Monroe Community Ambulance teaches this free, interactive 2-day camp which will teach Children Ages 8-12 CPR and First Aid skills. There will also be a tour of emergency vehicles, and emergency and fire depts. There will also be interactive presentations. Free. Monroe Community Ambulance, 7075 Lewis Ave. Temperance MI. Online Registration required at Camp911.org. Private Reiki & Energy Balancing sessions – 12pm-2pm. Diana Marie, a Reiki Master Teacher trained in the Usui Method, has over 30 years of experience in energy balancing. Schedule a private 15-minute session. $20. Gypsie Soul, 123 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Register in advance to reserve a spot 419-873-7266, but walk-ins are also welcome. Cash or check only, please. See ad p. 10.
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Advocates for a Clean Lake Erie (Monthly meeting) – 6:30-8pm. Find out what is going on with Lake Erie and what you can do to help get it healthy again. Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe St, Toledo OH.
SATURDAY, JULY 22 Private Reiki & Energy Balancing sessions – 1pm-3pm. Diana Marie, a Reiki Master Teacher trained in the Usui Method, has over 30 years of experience in energy balancing. Schedule a private 15-minute session. $20. Gypsie Soul, 123 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Register in advance to reserve a spot 419-873-7266, but walk-ins are also welcome. Cash or check only, please. See ad p. 10.
SUNDAY, JULY 23 Workshop: Beer Soap – 1-4pm. Beer soap provides a luxurious, conditioning lather and it’s a great way to use up any old beers in your fridge. Come learn about the history of soapmaking, safety gear and precautions, methods of soapmaking, how to create your own recipes and more. Take home a bar of soap and a resource guide for making your own at home. Caitlyn of Motor City Soap Co. leads this which she has been teaching since 2015. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St, Toledo OH. More Info 419-2141717 or handmadetoledo@gmail.com.
MONDAY, JULY 24 Supervised Indie Pottery – 4:30-6:30pm. Connie Stose leads this Q & A class to offer guidance on projects that experienced pottery students may have.
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Pre-Requisite: taken the 577 Adult Pottery class. $18. 577 Foundation, 577 E Front St, Perrysburg OH. Register at 577Foundation.org/Take A Class.
TUESDAY, JULY 25 Lunch and Learn: Healthy Inside and Out 12:15-12:45pm. Cleansing and detoxing the body is a way to recharge, rejuvenate, and renew your environment and your commitment to health. Cleansing can jump-start your body for a more active, healthy lifestyle. Learn natural ways to clean up your environment from the inside out! Join Karla for this free webinar to help you learn how to get on track with your wellness goals. To register go to: http:// bit.ly/EC7-25. See ad p. 12.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 Essential Yoga Workshop:Freedom! - 7pm. Essential Yoga Workshops combine the power of yoga with dōTERRA essential oils for a unique and blissful experience for your body, mind and soul! Workshops held on the last Wednesday of the month for the next 5 months. $60/all 5 or $15/each. Providence Lutheran Church (Family Life Center), 8131 Airport Hwy, Holland OH. To register go to https:// eyw2017.eventbrite.com. See ad p. 12.
FRIDAY, JULY 28 Holistic Festival - (July 28-30) - Fri-noon-9pm. Vendor show with tarot readers, psychics, astrologers, reflexology, massage, aromatherapy, herbal products, clothing, jewelry and more. $2/parking, admission is free. Gibraltar Trade Ctr, 237 N River Rd, Mt Clemens MI. More info GibraltarTrade.com. Family Pottery: 1st-12th Grader w/Adult – 2-4pm. Parent and Child will explore hand built pottery and learn about techniques such as coils, pinch, slab, extruded clay. Make projects together or individually, decorate with colored slips and finish your pieces with a clear glaze. No experience necessary. Both parent and child must register. $20. 577 Foundation, 577 E Front St, Perrysburg OH. Register at 577Foundation.org/Take A Class.
SATURDAY, JULY 29 Holistic Festival – (July 28-30) - Sat. 10am-8pm. See the July 28 listing for details. SUNDAY, JULY 30 Holistic Festival – (July 28-30) - Sun. 10am-6pm. See the July 28 listing for details.
MONDAY, JULY 31 Paddle the Pond – 4pm-7:30pm. Perfect for a family outing, comfort-builder for beginners or relaxing exercise. An instructor will be on hand for intro safety and skills education. All boats and life jacks provided, first-come first-served basis. Enjoy a nature walk while you wait. The last Monday of each month will feature kayaks and canoes. Must be Aged 4+ to ride in boats; 12+ for kayaks. Please call ahead for any special needs or accommodations. Free. W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Rd, Perrysburg OH. Register at WoodCountyParkDistrict.org.
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ongoingevents sunday Hot YogAlign – 9-10:15am. Postural-based yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and flexibility. Please bring water bottle. $15/drop-in. Free mat/ towel rental. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall, Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Spirituality Gathering Without the Religion – Starts 10 am. The Center for Conscious Living promotes human unity, service to community, meditation, prayer and interfaith alliances. Each gathering begins with stimulating spiritual discussions, followed by live music and speakers that are both locally and internationally known. The Center for Conscious Living, 7410 Noward Rd (off Rte 64), Waterville OH. More Info call 419-873-5768 or visit Facebook.com/cclnwo.org. Coping with Strongholds, Bondages and Addictions – 10am-1pm. This religious-based therapy session is administered by Oasis Ministries and relies on the Bible’s teachings. Free. Ramada Inn, 3536 Secor Rd, Toledo OH. Sunday Celebration Service – 10:30-11:30am. Join in a celebration of Love, Fellowship and Acceptance during this inspirational hour of music and message about how we can truly manifest and experience a life of joy and abundance. UTSC hosts a beautiful sanctuary and offers a warm welcome to everyone regardless of background or faith. Unity of Toledo Spiritual Ctr, 3535 Executive Pkwy, Toledo OH. Learn More 419-357-1001.
monday Kids Tennis Summer Camp (Mon thru Thurs) Appropriate for all skill levels, these classes are a great way to keep active in the summer and improve overall hand-eye coordination, learn sportsmanship and make new friends. The professional and skilled teaching staff will help juniors develop their game and promote a fun, enthusiastic environment. Classes are for Ages 4-18. Shadow Valley Tennis Club, 1661 S Holland Sylvania Rd, Maumee OH OR 5400 W Central Ave, Toledo OH. More Info Call the Maumee Club 419-865-1141 or the Toledo Club 419-537-0001. Monthly Memorial Ceremony – 3rd Mon. A gathering for those that have lost a beloved pet and want to remember them and share their memory with other pet lovers. Please bring a picture of your pet. Free. Canine Karma, 6128 Merger Dr, Holland OH. RSVP: 419-290-8237. Fitness After 55 – 9am. Every Monday. The Center provides the setting for seniors to communicate and share with each other. Living alone, eating alone, being alone – these circumstances are not necessary in a community which has a Senior Citizens Program like Bedford’s. Bedford Senior Citizens Center, 1653 Samaria Rd, Temperance MI. Call for Info 734-856-3330.
A Matter of Balance (Mon. & Wed.-July 3-26 2017) – 10am-12pm. This program is designed to help older adults prevent falls and increase activity levels. You will learn to set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and the classes include an exercise portion to increase strength and balance. Bryan Senior Center, 1201 S Portland St, Bryan OH. To register, call Kelsey Maier 419-725-7043 I Love Kickboxing! – 5:15-6:15pm. Come and join us for some kickboxing fun! Find out what it’s all about. $19.99/3 classes. I Love Kickboxing, 4185 Chappel Dr, Perrysburg OH. More dates, classes on our website. Sign up on ILoveKickboxing.com or More info 419-931-6435. Slow Rollers Mondays – Starts 7pm. Bring your bike for this family-friendly evening ride. You can reserve a bike, too, through Spoke Life Cycles. Country Charm Shopping Ctr, corner of W. South Boundary & Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. More Info Call Spoke Life Cycles at 419-931-9919. Cardio Drumfit & Strength Training –7pm. Workout while you rockout! A crazy, fun way to get a total body workout. All fitness levels welcome. $2, includes use of eqpt. Ottawa River Elementary, 4747 290th St, Toledo OH. More info Jamie 567-225-4627 or All Shook Up Nutrition 419-725-9084. Body Sculpt class in St. Mary’s Park – (June 5-July 17, no class July 3RD) 7-8pm. Michelle Hassett, certified group instructor thru AFAA, leads this class designed to tone, firm, and build muscle. All fitness levels welcome. Participants should bring mat/towel, and free weights appropriate to your fitness level. FREE class, registration form to be completed on-site. St. Mary’s Park Band Shell, Corner of Monroe St and Elm Ave, Monroe MI. More info e-mail recreation@monroemi.gov. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) – 7-8:30pm. Food addicts offers help and hope for people with eating disorders. Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W Central Ave, Rm 206, Toledo OH. Contact Joyce Treat 419-699-1007 or jtreat@bex.net or visit foodaddicts.org. Meditation and Recovery Meeting – Starts 8pm. This class is geared toward helping persons in recovery from addiction, but is not affiliated with AA. Sessions begin with 5 minutes of silent prayer, followed by basic meditation, then 20 minutes of silent meditation. Open discussion of participants sharing (which is voluntary) how the practice has helped them in their recovery. Free. Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo, 6537 Angola Rd, Holland OH.
tuesday Kids Tennis Summer Camp (Mon thru Thurs) Appropriate for all skill levels, these classes are a great way to keep active in the summer and improve overall hand-eye coordination, learn sportsmanship and make new friends. The professional and skilled teaching staff will help juniors develop their game and promote a fun, enthusiastic environment. Classes are for Ages 4-18. Shadow Valley Tennis Club, 1661 S Holland Sylvania Rd, Maumee OH
Sunrise Yoga class – 7:15-8:30am. Angie leads this class which will give you a grounded start to your day with Sun Salutes and deeper holds with a focus on breath and alignment. Suitable for all levels. $65/5-class pass, $110/10-class pass, check website for full list of rate options. Move Mentality, 1220 W Wooster St, Ste C, Bowling Green OH. More info info@MoveMentalityLLC.com or 419-308-1261. River Raisin Networkers – 7:30 am. A get-together for Monroe area small business owners. Contact Bill Kipf at 734-341-0229 for more info about the group. Dena’s Family Restaurant, 15391 S Dixie Hwy, Monroe Mi. Active Older Adults Class – 9:30-10:30am. Good class for strengthening and balance. $3/class. Friendship Park Community, 2930 131st Street, Pointe Place, Toledo OH. More info contact Friendship Center 419-936-3079. Yoga Fit – 9:30-11am. Fitness yoga incorporates the best that yoga and fitness training have to offer. This powerful combination will bring about lifestyle changes that impact the mind, body, and spirit. $15 each class. Inspired Heart Holistic Ctr, 205 Farnsworth, Waterville OH. To register Kim Collins 419-779-2177 or visit InspiredHeartHolisticCenter. com for more info. Monroe Group Bicycle Rides – (Tues & Thurs all summer) Starts 10am.This is a 15-18 mile ride from downtown Monroe to Sterling State Park and back. Bike helmets are recommended in these non-competitive fun rides. Liability waiver must be signed. Riverwalk Parking Lot, 100 W Front St, Monroe MI. More Info Jack’s Bicycles 734242-1400 or Greg and Carol Koesel 734-242-1255. Yoga to Calm the Mind with Sandy Earl - 1011am. A gentle flowing class involving the use of tennis/dryer balls facilitating self-massage that promotes reduced stress levels, better balance, and less aches and pains. Appropriate for all levels. New students in April $5/first class. Harmony in Life, 5747 Main St, Sylvania OH. Call Sandy to reserve spot 419-351-7409. Babytime – 10-10:45am. For babies 12 months and under, Babytime teaches early literacy skills through stories, rhymes, music, etc. Free. Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St, Sylvania OH. DEEP-Diabetes Education Empowerment Program – (July 18-Aug 22) 10am-12pm. This Free 6-week program teaches diabetes patients how to improve eating habits, increase physical activity, develop self-care skills, and to improve relationships between the patient and their health care providers. Course is open to older adults with diabetes, prediabetics and their caregivers. Free. Delta Senior Center, 101 Northwood Dr, Delta OH. Please Register with Kelsey Maier at 419-725-7043 or e-mail KMaier@AreaOfficeOnAging.com. T’ai Chi For Health – 10:30-11:30am. Instructor Marie Criste presents a soft movement class, designed for those wanting to try t’ai chi. Each class is divided into three parts including warm up, senior form and yang form. Beginners should arrive at 10:15am. Bedford Branch Library, Bedford Community Room, 8575 Jackman Rd, Temperance MI. 734-847-6747. Monroe.Lib.Mi.Us.
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Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi – 12:15-1pm. Learn the ancient discipline of Tai Chi, which combines small steps, joint-safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing, and relaxation. Will help people of all ages take control of their physical, emotional and mental health. $25/month or included in $45/month fee. CPW Rehab Center, 3130 Central Park West Dr, Ste A, Toledo OH. Call Jennifer for more info 419-841-9622. jschrickel@cpwrehab.com
overall hand-eye coordination, learn sportsmanship and make new friends. The professional and skilled teaching staff will help juniors develop their game and promote a fun, enthusiastic environment. Classes are for Ages 4-18. Shadow Valley Tennis Club, 1661 S Holland Sylvania Rd, Maumee OH OR 5400 W Central Ave, Toledo OH. More Info Call the Maumee Club 419-865-1141 or the Toledo Club 419-537-0001.
Flex and Flow Yoga class – 5:15-6pm. A beautiful flowing yoga class, appropriate for all fitness levels. $12/drop-in, $60/7-class card, $65/30 days unlimited. Zen In The District, 1700 Canton St, 2nd Floor, Toledo OH. More info ZenInTheDistrict.com or 419-244-4936.
A Matter of Balance (Mon. & Wed.-July 3-26 2017) – 10am-12pm. This program is designed to help older adults prevent falls and increase activity levels. You will learn to set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and the classes include an exercise portion to increase strength and balance. Bryan Senior Center, 1201 S Portland St, Bryan OH. To register, call Kelsey Maier 419-725-7043
Yoga with Weights – 5:30-6:30pm. Bring your own weights for this active practice that builds strong arms, cores and glutes. $10. Canine Karma, 6128 Merger Dr, Holland OH. Call to reserve a spot. 419-290-8237. Date Night Yoga class – 6:15-7:15pm. A fun class, bring a date and one of you gets in Free. $12/dropin, $60/7-class card, $65/30 days unlimited. Zen In The District, 1700 Canton St, 2nd floor, Toledo OH. More info ZenInTheDistrict.com or 419-244-4936. Family Yoga in St. Mary’s Park – (June 20-July 17, no class July 4th) 7-8pm. Diane Ausmus has taught yoga for over 20 years and has Level 1 Training at Budding Yogis. In Family Yoga, we’ll play yoga games, practice partner poses and build self-esteem and confidence. Class is open to Parents with children Ages 5-12. Please bring a towel/mat and water bottle. FREE class, registration form to be completed on-site. St. Mary’s Park Band Shell, Corner of Monroe St and Elm Ave, Monroe MI. This is a Drop-In activity. More info e-mail Recreation@ MonroeMI.gov. Protandim Product Seminar - 7:30-8:30pm. John Mark Rankins discusses the science and validation behind this product that holds eight U.S. patents and the benefits it provides including the FDA Approved statement: reduces cellular stress on average of 40% in the first 30 days. Free. Fairwood Health and Body Transition, 5215 Monroe St, Toledo OH. Questions to John 419-494-8450.
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Acu Detox Wednesday – 11am-5pm (last session begins at 4pm). Acu Detox is an auricular acupuncture/acupressure treatment for any condition where relaxation and/or detoxification are needed. $16, walk-ins welcome. Asherah’s Garden, Holistic Boutique, 315 N Grove St, Bowling Green OH. Call 419-354-8408 for info. Body Better – 12:15-1pm. The Body Better program incorporates low-impact resistance training, functional movements, stretching and relaxation to improve mental and physical strength and health. Improve balance and stability, increase postural awareness and flexibility. Get healthy and stay healthy! $45/month unlimited visits or $25/month once a week. CPW Health Ctr, 3130 Central Park West Dr, Ste A, Toledo OH. Call Jennifer for more info 419-841-9622. jschrickel@cpwrehab.com. Beginner Yoga – 1-2pm. A gentle practice for those that are new to yoga and want deep relaxation. $10. Canine Karma, 6128 Merger Dr, Holland OH. Reserve a spot. 419-290-8237. Transition-Mind Works – (2nd Wed each month) 1-2:30pm. Individuals with early stage memory loss and their family and friends can attend for social/ educational opportunities, fun brain games and group sharing. Free. Alzheimer’s Association-NW Ohio Chapter, 2500 N Reynolds Rd, Toledo OH. Register 1-800-272-3900. More Info Contact Brenda Hendricks 419-537-1999 or bhendricks@alz.org. Evening Yoga classes – Gentle Hatha: 5:30-6:45pm or Slow Flow Hatha: 7-8:30pm. Both classes appropriate for various levels in this friendly, supportive atmosphere. 5 and 10 class passes available or$15/ drop-in. Discounts for students, seniors and active military. Presence Yoga at Westgate Village, 3450 W
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Central Ave, Ste 320F, Toledo OH. RSVP or more info 419-376-6300. PresenceYogaLtd.com. Pilates – 6-7pm. Taught by Cindy Ciampa, this class increases strength, flexibility and endurance. Can relieve stress and alleviate pain. $65/5 sessions. Alternative Physical Therapy, 440 S Reynolds Rd, Toledo OH. More info Cindy 419-410-1205. Mental Health Support Group – (2nd Wed each month) - 6-7pm. Free. Summerfield-Petersburg Library, Community Room, 60 E. Center St, Petersburg MI. More info 734-279-1025. Aquatic Exercise for Cancer Survivors – 6-7pm. Free to survivors of any type of cancer through a grant received by The Victory Center from The Rotary Club of Toledo. CPW Health Ctr, 3130 Central Park West Drive, Suite A, Toledo OH. Must Register with Penny McCloskey at The Victory Center 419-531-7600. Mother’s Support Group – 6-7pm. Bring your young child along to interact with others. Free. Point Place Library, 2727 117th St, Toledo OH. Healing Yoga – 6:30-8pm. This class concentrates on therapeutic yoga and fitness and can help with pain management, illness and injury recovery. The class is small to allow for extensive “hands on” adjustment. $15 per class. Inspired Heart Holistic Ctr, 205 Farnsworth, Waterville OH. RSVP to Kim Collins 419-779-2177 or visit InspiredHeartHolisticCenter.com for more info. I Love Kickboxing! – 6:30-7:30pm. Come and join us for some kickboxing fun! Find out what it’s all about. $19.99/3 classes. I Love Kickboxing, 4185 Chappel Dr, Perrysburg OH. More dates, classes on our website. Sign up on ILoveKickboxing.com or More info 419-931-6435. Meditation class – 6:30-8pm. Anna V. moderates this guided meditation class best suited to participants who want to do serious meditation. Free. Lourdes University, Sophia Center at Canticle Center, 5335 Silica Dr., Sylvania OH. 419-367-1617. Coping with Strongholds, Bondages and Addictions – 6:30-8:30pm. This religious-based therapy session is administered by Oasis Ministries and relies on the Bible’s teachings. Free. Oasis Ministries, 5930 Huntingfield Blvd, Toledo OH. Adult Yoga in St. Mary’s Park – (June 7-July 5) 7-8pm. Malissa Whited B.S., Certified Yoga and Group Fitness Instructor, leads this class in basic Yoga flow, incorporating stretching, relaxation and breath work. For all levels and abilities. Bring towel/ mat, water bottle and wear comfortable clothes. FREE class, registration form to be completed onsite. St. Mary’s Park Band Shell, Corner of Monroe St and Elm Ave, Monroe MI. More info e-mail Recreation@MonroeMI.gov. Cardio Drumfit & Strength Training –7pm. Workout while you rockout! A crazy, fun way to get a total body workout. All fitness levels welcome. First timers $2, includes use of eqpt. Ottawa River Elementary, 4747 290th St, Toledo OH. More info Jamie 567-225-4627 or All Shook Up Nutrition 419-725-9084. Stress: How It Affects Your Health and What To Do About It – Starts 7pm. This class, taught by Drs. Sean and Jennifer Totten, helps attendees of all ages learn how to manage stress, and how it affects your health. Free Stress Response Evaluation is offered. Space is limited. Free. Kinetic Chiropractic, 2059 N Monroe St, Monroe MI. Reservations required at 734-244-4383. More info ChiroMonroe.com.
thursday Kids Tennis Summer Camp (Mon thru Thurs) Appropriate for all skill levels, these classes are a great way to keep active in the summer and improve overall hand-eye coordination, learn sportsmanship and make new friends. The professional and skilled teaching staff will help juniors develop their game and promote a fun, enthusiastic environment. Classes are for Ages 4-18. Shadow Valley Tennis Club, 1661 S Holland Sylvania Rd, Maumee OH OR 5400 W Central Ave, Toledo OH. More Info Call the Maumee Club 419-865-1141 or the Toledo Club 419-537-0001. Monroe Group Bicycle Rides – (Tues & Thurs all summer) Starts 10am.This is a 15-18 mile ride from downtown Monroe to Sterling State Park and back. Bike helmets are recommended in these non-competitive fun rides. Liability waiver must be signed. Riverwalk Parking Lot, 100 W Front St, Monroe MI. More Info Jack’s Bicycles 734242-1400 or Greg and Carol Koesel 734-242-1255. Trance Thursday – 11am-5pm (last session begins at 4pm). Enjoy a crystal healing session that uses the energetic properties of the mineral world to balance and relax the body, mind and spirit. $30, walk-ins welcome. Asherah’s Garden, Holistic Boutique, 315 N Grove St, Bowling Green OH. Call 419354-8408 for info. Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Mtg – 9:4511:30am. Established in 1984 for both stay-athome and working mom’s and their families, this group meets weekly for fun, food and friendship. Reliable and safe childcare provided. Playdates, a working moms’ group and many family activities. See website for weekly mtg topics. Not affiliated with McCord Rd Church. McCord Road Christian Church, 4765 N McCord Rd, Sylvania OH. More Info at motherscenter.net. Boomer’s Meeting – Starts 11:30am. Networking and lunch for people born between 1946-1964 to discuss various areas of interest including wellness, finance, education, travel and entertainment, jobs/ employment, and community development. Boomers Resource Network Lake Erie Region. Uncle John’s Pancake House, 3131 Secor Rd, Toledo OH. More info 419-536-9442 Active Older Adults Class – 1:30-2:30pm. Good class for strengthening and balance. $3/class. Friendship Park Community, 2930 131st Street, Pointe Place, Toledo OH. More info contact Friendship Center 419-936-3079. Yoga Therapy for Kids, Tweens, Teens and Adults (June 29-July 27 2017) – This 4-wk yoga therapy class empowers students by developing strength and skill to deal with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, eating disorders, life events and PTSD. Ages 5-adult welcome. See website for times. Jessi Farley, LPC, E-RYT200. $100/all 5 sessions. Joe’s Yoga & Fitness, 29101 Hufford Rd, Perrysburg OH. Pre-registration required JoesYogaFitness.com. More Info Jessi@evolutioncounselingandyoga.com. Yoga for Stability and Mindfulness with Sandy Earl - 5:30-6:30pm. A flowing class that focuses on stabilizing the core to increase strength and support spinal alignment, using a variety of balls for massage, relieving pain associated with muscle tension. Appropriate for all levels. New students in April $5/ first class. Harmony in Life, 5747 Main St, Sylvania OH. Call Sandy to reserve spot 419-351-7409.
Gentle Tai Chi in Veterans Park – (June 22-July 27) Starts 6pm. Viola Everett, certified Tai Chi Instructor, leads this class appropriate for all levels including wheelchair participants. Tai Chi integrates the body and mind, to improve health, fitness and relaxation. FREE class, registration form to be completed on-site. Veterans Park by the Fire Station, 1627 N Custer along the River Raisin, Monroe MI. More info e-mail Recreation@MonroeMI.gov or TaiChiMonroe.com. Second Sole Group Runs – Starts 6:30pm. Free group runs or walks for all skill levels on a 5K course that winds down the blvd and around the exterior of Levis Commons. Different promos each week such as freebies, prize raffles and wear test items. Second Sole, 4130 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg OH. More info call 419-931-8484 or Facebook.com/ Second Sole Toledo. Meditation-Beginners – 6:30-7:30pm. Meditation cultivates relaxation and attention, it invites us to slow down and restore wholeness to our lives. Instructors Judith Bonini and Carol Quigley, IHM. Class size limited to 20. $40/class. River House, IHM Spirituality Ctr, 805 W Elm Ave, Monroe MI. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by 1) Phone 734-265-3170, 2) Mail Ck to Monroe Public Schools, Community Ed, 1275 N Macomb St, Monroe MI 48162 or 3) In Person at 1275 N Macomb St address. Beginners Yoga class – 7-8:15pm. Suzanna leads this basic Hatha yoga class which teaches practitioners to stretch, strengthen, refocus and unwind. $65/5-class pass, $110/10-class pass, check website for full list of rate options. MoveMentality, 1220 W Wooster St, Ste C, Bowling Green OH. More info info@MoveMentalityLLC.com or 419-308-1261. A Course In Miracles Gathering - 7-8:30pm. Join Tony Williamson each Thursday to journey deeper into a better understanding of A Course In Miracles. This is an interactive and engaging discussion of this profound teaching. Free. Love offering accepted. Unity of Toledo Spiritual Center, 3535 Executive Parkway, Toledo, OH. Learn More 615-275-8000. Pet Loss Support Group – (1st & 3rd Thurs. each month) Starts 6:30pm. Participants grieving a beloved pet will have an opportunity to share their feelings with compassionate facilitators and others who are suffering a similar experience. All are welcome. River House-IHM Spirituality Ctr, 805 W Elm Ave, Monroe MI. Please register at 734-240-5494 or RiverHouse@IHMSisters.org.
friday Gentle Yoga class – 10-11am. Amanda leads this class to increase flexibility and balance, gentle open joints and stretch muscles and end in restorative poses. $65/5-class pass, $110/10-class pass, check website for full list of rate options. MoveMentality, 1220 W Wooster St, Ste C, Bowling Green OH. More info info@MoveMentalityLLC.com or 419-308-1261. Lunch and Learn: Identity Theft Protection – 12pm-1pm. Learn how to protect your identity, secure your family’s financial future, and have access to extremely affordable legal services should you become a victim. Free. Brandywine Country Club, 6904 Salisbury Rd, Maumee OH. Please RSVP to 419-861-7786. Visit NBHCToledo.com for more info.
T’ai Chi – 1pm. Join in the Chinese martial art that combines controlled movements with deep breathing. T’ai chi provides health benefits that include reducing stress, lessening chronic pain, and improving the immune system. In addition, balance and blood pressure often show improvements. Monroe Center for Healthy Aging, 15275 S Dixie Hwy, Monroe MI. 734-241-0404. Yoga for Kids – 4-5pm. Now signing up children in age groups 4-9 and 10-16. A five-week yoga class to teach children fun ways to manage stress and anxiety. Instructor: Jennifer Dubow, LISW, Clinical Therapist, Certified Child Yoga Instructor. $20/class, $100 total for five weeks, can bill insurance. 3335 Meijer Dr, Ste 450, Toledo OH. Call for class dates and times. 419-699-3659. JenniferDubow@bex.net.
saturday Reserve Your BioMat Time – It’s as close to a tropical island experience that you can get. You’ll receive a total body tune-up, strengthening all organs and functions. Try 30 mins on the BioMat with meditation. $30. 5800 Monroe St, Ste 1B, Toledo OH. Schedule an appointment with Pennie 419-2837337. https://BioMatHelp.com. Wildcard Yoga class – 9-10am. This a rejuvenating class for yogi’s beginner to advanced which will set you up for the weekend. $65/5-class pass, $110/10-class pass, check website for full list of rate options. Move Mentality, 1220 W Wooster St, Ste C, Bowling Green OH. More info info@MoveMentalityLLC.com or 419-308-1261. I Love Kickboxing! – 10-11am. Come and join us for some kickboxing fun! Find out what it’s all about. $19.99/3 classes. I Love Kickboxing, 4185 Chappel Dr, Perrysburg OH. More dates, classes on our website. Sign up on ILoveKickboxing.com or More info 419-931-6435. Yoga at Fleetwood’s – 11am-12pm. Fleetwood’s Tap Room is hosting yoga classes on Saturday’s throughout the summer at Hensville Park. They will be open for lunch following the class offering great food and 48 craft beers on tap! Free class. Fleetwood’s Tap Room, 28 N St. Clair Street, Toledo OH. More Info HensvilleToledo.com/Events. Reiki Share – (3rd Sat. of every month). Starts 11:30am. Open to Reiki practitioners of all levels. Free. Asherah’s Garden, Holistic Boutique, 315 N Grove St, Bowling Green OH. Call 419-354-8408 for info.
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