Alternative Medicine - May/June 2016

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Stray from the course of the green bean blahs with this recipe—it disrupts everything we thought we knew about the stringy veggies. Unleash lemon, garlic, and glistening olive oil on wonderfully crunchy, perfectly caramelized pods for a flavor so fresh, you know it could only have come from your garden. Find it on page 25!

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Features: MOVEMENT MEANS FORTIFIED HEALTH 28 FUNCTIONAL

It is difficult to maintain a high quality of life as we age.

Simple movement exercises engage the body and contribute to better balance and strengthened muscles.

32 LYME DISEASE AND CLIMATE CHANGE

Brendan Kelly takes a look at the parallels between the warming Earth and our dynamic bodies.

34 THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF RED PALM OIL

The antioxidant power of red palm oil’s natural vitamin E complex can help keep your brain in top condition.

40 RESTORING MIND-BODY BALANCE

Kai Swigart, PhD, interprets the seven chakras and explains how healing the spiritual self can lead to both physical and mental prosperity.

48 NATURALLY REVERSE AUTOIMMUNITY

Autoimmune diseases are becoming more prevalent, affecting 50 million people in the United States alone. We asked Michelle Corey, CNWC, FMC, to share some tips on how to heal the symptoms of these notorious conditions.

52 ANTIOXIDANT AGENDA

Dolvett Quince takes a break from sculpting contestants on The Biggest Loser to help us stay heart-healthy, and he has a trick up his sleeve—a little-known antioxidant that makes a beeline for oxidative stress.

58 ROSE GERANIUM AROMATHERAPY

Floral and rejuvenating, rose geranium essential oil is a boon to both your body and mind. Learn more about how and why you should add it to your relaxation regimen.

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