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Empowering minds: film & speaker series october 12-14, 2017

Urban Genius Film maker Damien m. Explains how to eat to live

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Urban Genius Damien M., the Executive Producer of Urban Kryptonite, will give us some insight into his groundbreaking documentary about solving the health problems caused by poor nutrition. i.e. The Standard American Diet

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Arts & Entertainment While you’re in town, we’ll be your personal concierge to all of the best festivals, nightlife, live music, and activities Houston has to offer.

Top 15 Restaurants Take out your Foodie Bucket List. Prepare to take your palette on a culinary world tour.

The only bad thing about this tour is that you won’t be getting your passport stamped.

Otherwise, buckle up for an electric expedition through the culinary artistry of more countries than you could have dreamed of.

13 A Whole New Twist on “Obey Your Thirst”

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Top 15 Nightspots These are the Best Nightspots in the Bayou City. They have everything from Pool Tables to Karaoke Machines and everything in between.

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Contributors Elevation / Chief Editor I am a visionary who is capable, competent, and committed.

Elevation Magazine is an international nexus of fashion, arts, culture, entertainment, & travel.

I believe the Best You, is an Elevated You. My task is to providing riveting content that will raise your awareness while expanding your field of view.

“Love is the highest degree of elevation.”

Editor@ElevationMagazine.net

Betty Wallace/ Arts & Culture I am a Retired-School Counselor with a Master’s in Psychology and over 30 years experience in the North Carolina Education System. I enjoy all forms of the Visual & Performaing Arts ranging from Ballet to Musicals to Painting.

My goal is to provide a uniquely curated experience that will elevate not only your mind but also your spirit in every issue of Elevation Magazine.

Betty@ElevationMagazine.net

Jean Walker / Graphic Designer I am a professional graphic designer that creates visual advertisements for businesses and organizations. The material I design are based on the expectations of the company and project goals.

Some projects may require a variety of designs such as logos or print designs like brochures, business cards, flyers, etc… Website design and video advertising are popular services I provide for branding or selling products. Digital billboard design, has been recently to my list of services in creating the perfect material for your marketing plan.

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Editor’s Note Do you Eat to Live or Live to Eat? What we eat keeps us here and takes us away.

Urban Kryptonite is a special documentary because of it’s holistic perspective on the fundamentals of good health. Also, this is the first time the American medical industry has been exposed, in a such a clear and relatable manner, for their role in the declining health of American Citizens.

Damien M., the film’s producer, has made it his life work to rectify health issues caused by the Standard American Diet.

This will film will be the 1st installment of the Empowering Minds: Film & Speaker Series. For more information, call 832.707.5057 May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live.

ELEVATION Chief Editor

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rban Kryptonite was written and directed with the intent of shining a light on many of the adverse health afflictions affecting the so –called African-American.

People often question the origins or genealogy of the title, Urban Kryptonite: African Roots, Foreign Diseases. The word Urban represents the minority communities across America and the world which are heavily populated by minority people of color (generally of some form of African descent). Kryptonite is a piece of stone that became popularized in the world famous Superman film series. This stone represented Superman’s weakness. Anytime this stone was revealed in the presence of Superman he became debilitated and therefore being able to be defeated no longer possessing his customary super powers. This is what the so called African American and other Afro Diasporans have experienced when they choose unnatural and insalubrious food. These are a people of great talent, abilities and production but each of these qualities become neutralized due to their food choices. The food and daily dietary habits become the “kryptonite” of the Urban community. The film is an off shoot of the book Urban Kryptonite: The Formidable Health Decline of The So Called Africans in America. The film deals solely with food while the book covers a wide variety of subjects that each have contributed to the destruction of the so called African Diasporan located in the western hemisphere. As of today, there is a sequel and a trilogy planned for the Urban Kryptonite Films brand. The second film will focus on women in the community and the facilitation of their healing as a unit. This 6| Visit Black Houston Magazine Follow http://issuu.com/visitblackhouston for more content

film features names such as Chef Ahki, the late Dr. Keefa Lorraine Weatherspoon, Shaharazad Ali, Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka, Queen Afua, Mama Akosua, Zaza Ali and more! A strict focus was dedicated to the women of our community as they are generally the healers and thus must be properly taken care of and protected. We are currently raising funds for this project and are looking to have the funds and completed projected by late 2018 or early 2019.

Contact us at urbankryptonitefilms@gmail. com for if you would like more information on how you can contribute to our next film project.

The film is an off shoot of the book Urban Kryptonite: The Formidable Health Decline of The So Called Africans in America.

The film deals solely with food while the book covers a wide variety of subjects that each have contributed to the destruction of the so called African Diasporan located in the western hemisphere. As of today, there is a sequel and a trilogy planned for the Urban Kryptonite Films brand. The second film will focus on women in the community and the facilitation of their healing as a unit. This film features names such as Chef Ahki, the late Dr. Keefa Lorraine Weatherspoon, Shaharazad Ali, Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka, Queen Afua, Mama Akosua, Zaza Ali and more! A strict focus was dedicated to the women of our community as they are generally the healers and thus must be properly taken care of and protected. We are currently raising funds for this project and are looking to have the funds and completed projected by late 2018 or early 2019.

Contact us at urbankryptonitefilms@gmail. com for if you would like more information on how you can contribute to our next film project.

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Alkaline Vegetables

Callaloo, a variety of Spinach Wild Arugula (added) Avocado Bell Peppers Chayote (Mexican Squash) Cucumber Dandelion greens Garbanzo beans (chick peas) Kale Lettuce (all, except Iceberg) Mushrooms (all, except Shitake) Okra Olives (and olive oil) Onions Tomato – cherry and plum only Tomatillo Turnip greens Zucchini

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UPCOMING EVENTS Music Concerts Home & Garden Show Wine Festivals and more The Art of FuFu August 11, 2017 www.eventbrite.com Defender Listen & Learn Millennial Roundtable August 12, 2017 www.eventbrite.com GARVEY PARTY August 19, 2017 www.eventbrite.com Sunday Funday: Black Singles Mixer August 20, 2017 www.eventbrite.com

Afropolitan Houston - Afro-Caribbean Mixer August 25, 2017 www.eventbrite.com “Olympic Pride, American Prejudice” Film Screening September 7, 2017 www.hmaac.org HOUSTON AFRIFEST September 9, 2017 www.namchouston.org/afrifest AFRICAN FASHION WEEK HOUSTON 2017 September 18 - 24, 2017 www.afwhouston.com Houston Jerk Fest 2017 Sep 24, 2017 www.houstonjerkfestinc.com Houston Black Heritage Music & Arts Festival September 30, 2017 www.houstonblackheritagefest.com Roots Reggae Festival October 8, 2017 www.rootsreggaehouston.com

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LIVE MUSIC Cafe 4212 www.cafe4212.com (713) 522-4212 Martini Blu www.martiniblu1.com (832) 965-5580 Dolce Ultra Lounge & Bistro www.dolcehouston.com (832) 427-1526 Club Summers www. clubsummers.com (713) 637-4311 ALJ Bar and Lounge www.houstonjazzbar.com (832) 779-3155 Jamaica Jamaica Ultra Lounge www.jamaicajamaicalounge.com (281) 506-8909 Phil & Derek’s Restaurant and Wine Bar philanddereks.com (281) 501-3261

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Black Seed Oil Smoothie

Ingredients 1 cup almond milk tudies have shown that black cumin 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt seed oil may be helpful when it comes 1 banana to reducing inflammation in the body 1/2 cup strawberries 1 tbsp honey and improving blood sugar. Both inflammation and low blood sugar are 1/2 tsp black cumin seed oil two big reasons your energy levels could1/4 tsp cinnamon be low, so blend up this smoothie as a pinch of dried ginger 1 cup ice natural remedy.

Directions 1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Enjoy! from Dr. OZ

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Alkaline Fruits (No canned fruits or Seedless fruits)

Apples Bananas Berries – all varieties- no cranberries Cantaloupe Cherries Currants Dates Figs Grapes -seeded Limes Mango Melons -seeded Orange (Seville or sour preferred) Papayas Peaches Pears Plums Prickly Pear (Cactus Fruit) – (added)

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Top 15 Restaurants in Houston #NoPassportNeeded 1. Cafe Abuja Nigerian Restaurant 15015 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77082 (713) 344-1569 www.cafeabuja.com

6. Island Spice Bar & Grill 17802 W Little York Houston, TX 77084 (281) 859-1499 www.islandspice.info

11. Kitchen 713 4601 Washington Ave #130 Houston, TX 77007 (713) 842-7114 www.kitchen713.com

2. Cool Runnings 8270 W Bellfort Ave Houston, TX 77071 (713) 777-1566 www.coolrunningsjamaicangrill.com

7. Lucy’s Ethiopian Restaurant 6800 Southwest Fwy Houston, TX 77074 (713) 334-0000 www.lucyhouston.com

12. Nutmeg Spice Bar and Grille 12709 Beechnut St Houston, TX 77072 (346) 219-0757 www.nutmegbarandgrille.com

3. Boogies Chicago Style BBQ 1767 Texas Pkwy, Missouri City, TX 77489 (281) 969-8626 www.boogieschicagostylebbq.com

8. Ogun Art & Wine Bar 920 Studemont St #150 Houston, TX 77007 (281) 501-1788 www.ogunartwine.com

13. Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack 4529 Old Spanish Trail Houston, TX 77021 713.748.4227 www.raysbbqshack.com

4. D’Marco’s Pizzeria 11102 S Texas 6 #106 Sugar Land, TX 77498 (281) 575-6100 www.dmarcospizzeria.com

9. Sunshine’s Vegetarian Deli 3102 Old Spanish Trail Houston, TX 77054 (713) 643-2884 www.sunshineckls.com

14. Gatlin’s BBQ & Catering 3510 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77018 (713) 869-4227 www.gatlinsbbq.com

5. Haitian Caribbean Restaurant 6271 S Texas 6 Houston, TX 77083 (281) 741-9782 www.haitiancaribbeanrestaurant.com

10. The Isles Ice House 1515 Pease St Houston, TX 77002 (713) 739-9039 www.isleseateryandbar.com

15. Triple J’s Smokehouse 6715 Homestead Rd, Houston, TX 77028 (713) 635-6384 www.triplejsmokehouse.com

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Top 15 Nightspots in Houston 1. Gold Diggers Cabaret (Adult) 11305 Main St Houston, TX 77025 (713) 666-6906

6. Taylor’s 13100 S Post Oak Rd # B, Houston, TX 77045 (713) 728-9800

11. Indigo Lounge 2117 Chenevert St Houston, TX 77003 (832) 538-0296

2. Swagger 3839 Southwest Fwy Houston, TX 77027 (713) 840-7924

7. Club Riddims – Houston 8220 W Bellfort Blvd Houston, TX 77071 (713) 779-0033

12. Blue Steel Lounge 11510 Homestead Rd Houston, TX 77016 (832) 725-8203

3. The Original Red Rooster 13334 Almeda Rd Houston, TX 77045 (713) 847-7757

8. Grooves of Houston 2300 Pierce St Houston, TX 77003 (713) 652-9900

13. Live Oak Bar & Grill 2533 Southmore Blvd Houston, TX 77004 (346) 818-9814

4. Social Junkie 2412 Washington Ave Houston, TX 77007 (281) 826-9244

9. Chicago Bar and Grill 4444 Cypress Creek Pkwy Houston, TX 77068 (281) 895-8711

14. Top 10 Cigars Smoke Lounge 9502 North Sam Houston Pkwy E. Humble, Texas 77396 (281) 506-8461

5. CLUB YAKUM – After Hours Club 7136 Clarewood Dr Houston, TX 77036 (832) 374-7368

10. The 44 Club 11643 Homestead Rd Houston, TX 77016 (832) 451-0679

15. Humidor Cigar Bar & Lounge 3130 Main St Stafford, TX 77477 (281) 969-8484

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