Lansing Edition - May 2023 Welcome to our Womens Wellness Issue. Printed copy now available at your local stands. Create, Nurture and Transform As we welcome vibrant spring blooms and take in the bright, warm sun this month, we pay tribute to women and acknowledge their imperative place in nurturing our lives. Read More » Spruce Up for Spring at Horrocks Horrocks Farm Market, a family-owned and operated local business serving the Lansing area for more than 60 years, sells fresh produce, gourmet coffee Read More » Compassionate Callings: Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education Interest in alternative medicine and natural approaches to health have been on the rise in recent years, and since the COVID-19 pandemic, investment Read More » Share the Beauty of Native Plants The Harris Nature Center (HNC) will conduct a Spring Native Plants Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 6, including Michigan native shrubs Read More » Give Mom the Gift of Massage Licensed Massage Therapist Julianne Daher, owner of the Holistic Therapy, Massage and Bodywork Artist Studio, offers therapeutic massage Read More » Enjoy East Lansing Art Festival The 2023 East Lansing Art Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 20, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 21, at Albert Avenue/Division Read More » Terracotta Group Acupuncture At Terracotta Acupuncture, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Elizabeth Marazita provides private and community acupuncture Read More » Kudos to Kelley Tesseris East Lansing certified functional medicine health coach Kelley Tesseris is committed to helping her clients live happy, fulfilled and balanced lives by accomplishing Read More » Gardening Improves Well-Being Gardening helps lower stress, improves our attention span, makes us feel more peaceful and content, provides exercise, reduces depression and increases vitamin D via sun exposure. Read More » Mysterious Symptoms on the Rise Many people are experiencing undiagnosed symptoms like skin itching/burning, often with red skin, while some have new respiratory issues. Read More » A Story of Survival Meniere Symposium Burcon Chiropractic Research Institute is celebrating 20 years of research and treatment of one-sided neurological disorders at an informative symposium hosted by Read More » Ashwagandha May Improve Women’s Sexual Experience Ashwagandha(Withania som- nifera) is a known adaptogenic herb that has been reported to improve sexual satisfaction, sleep and quality of life in women. Read More » Benefits of Water Immersion During Birth Water immersion during labor is an increasingly popular birthing option for healthy women that experience a straightforward pregnancy, labor spontaneously at full term and plan to give birth in a midwifery-led care setting. Read More » Bringing the Bounce Back: Integrative Treatments for Pets With Mobility Issues While vets often suggest surgery for certain debilitating conditions, less invasive treatments might be just as effective with considerably less risk, particularly for animals that cannot tolerate anesthesia. Read More » Carol Penn on Finding Calm in a Chaotic World Dr. Carol Penn, double board-certified in family and obesity medicine, is a movement, meditation and mindset coach who teaches people to prioritize self-care to achieve their best and highest selves. Read More » Earth-Friendly Delights for Mom This year, consider putting an ecological spin on Mother’s Day by showering her with gifts that honor Mother Earth. Here are some sustainable gifting ideas. Read More » Exploring the Doomsday Glacier Roughly measuring the size of Florida, the Thwaites Glacier is one of the most rapidly melting ice formations in Antarctica, having retreated more than eight miles since the 1990s. Read More » First Signs of Menopause: How to Resolve Vaginal Dryness Today, integrative and functional doctors, researchers and continuing education instructors are leading the charge to provide innovative and customized answers for women experiencing vaginal dryness and other hormone-related symptoms. Read More » Fir Trees Die in Record Numbers According to unpublished research by the U.S. Forest Service reported by Columbia Insight, fir trees in Oregon and Washington died in record-breaking numbers in 2022. Read More » Gardening Therapy: Healing Mind, Body and Spirit in the Yard The exercise, sunshine and fresh air promote mental and physical health, and so does our contact with soil microbes and the harmonious patterns of nature. Read More » Kale and Tempeh Tacos In this yummy, low-carb taco recipe, cabbage leaves substitute for the tortillas and are filled with a mixture of protein-packed tempeh, veggies and lots of great spices. Read More » Light Therapy for Autoimmune Symptoms Fatigue is often reported as the most disabling symptom for people with autoimmune disorders, significantly impairing their physical, mental and social quality of life. Read More » Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids. Read More » Reversing Type 2 Diabetes With Diet A Type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis is often regarded as a lifelong sentence and typically treated as such, requiring an increasing number of drugs. However, sustained remission of T2D is now well established. Read More » Scientists Invent Battery Made of Paper Scientists have developed a water-activated, disposable, paper battery, according to a proof-of-concept study published in Scientific Reports. Read More » Seniors Avoid the Hospital With Nature New research has found that exposure to natural environments may reduce the risk of hospitalization for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias and Parkinson’s disease. Read More » Skin Fitness: Daily Routines for a Radiant Appearance While many of us work out to tone our muscles, we may be neglecting the largest organ in the body: our skin. Read More » Solving Stress: Holistic Tips From Lifestyle Doctors Medicine is changing as a new class of doctors endeavors to treat the whole person rather than the symptoms of disease, helping their patients achieve optimal health with lifestyle changes, medicine, herbs, supplements and modalities tailored to the individual. Read More » Sulfur Shortage Predicted A shift away from fossil fuels and an increase in agricultural demand will cause the demand for sulfuric acid to increase considerably from 246 to 400 million metric tons by 2040. Read More » Taking Control of Our Hormones: Nutritional Tips to Support the Delicate Balance Think of hormones as the body’s messengers, sending signals that affect a host of functions.Keeping these hormones in proper balance is critical for health, and imbalances can lead to a wide range of effects. Read More » The Divine Messiness of Motherhood The pitter-patter of little feet is one of life’s most beautiful blessings, but motherhood has always been a challenging role. Read More » Using Algae for Industrial Carbon Capture, Food, Fuel and Plastic In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Honda is experimenting with the Chlamydomonas reinhardtii class of algae they have nicknamed “Dreamo." Read More » Vanilla and Fig Scones With Pistachios A great dessert or breakfast treat, a scone is a baked good usually made with wheat flour and butter. This recipe calls for almond flour instead to reduce the carbs and increase the nutrition. Read More » Zero Waste Guide We might not realize it, but, before the rise of plastic production in the mid-20th century, many people naturally followed a zero-waste approach to waste management. Read More » Honoring the Earth Happy Earth month, dear readers! Spring is unfolding, and we’re witnessing nature transforming itself into an exquisite, yet untamed beauty, inspiring a sense of excitement Read More » Energy Security at a Fair and Affordable Price The ownership of Chelsea Plank Flooring, a Michigan-based hardwood flooring manufacturer, has recently embarked on a new venture they have named Great Lakes Applied Power. Read More » Women’s Wellness Series in May This May, join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for any of five women’s wellness events entitled Overcoming Stress: How to Balance It All. Each Tuesday at 8 p.m. Read More » Harton House Reopening April 7 Harton House and Farms will reopen April 7 after making repairs due to vandalism at the greenhouse. They grow all their plants in state-certified organic soil. Read More » Acupuncture Therapy at Solara Wellness Solara Wellness offers acupuncture as a non-verbal form of therapy. They specialize in treating the root cause of women’s health conditions, infertility, migraine headaches, chronic pain Read More » Start a Juice Cleanse for Better Health at Juice Nation Juice Nation, with locations in Lansing, East Lansing and Okemos, is offering a juice cleanse. A one-day cleanse ($57) includes six juices; a three-day cleanse ($175) includes 18 juices Read More » Enjoy Walk-In Pet Care at Soldan’s Soldan’s Pet Supplies and VIP Petcare will conduct VIP Pet Clinics from 1 to 2:30 p.m., April 1, 15 and 29, at their South Lansing location, and from 10 to 11:30 a.m., April 1 and 29, at Read More » Unique Cranial-Facial Balancing Therapy at Williamston Wellness Williamston Wellness Chiro Spa is now offering Cranial-Facial Balancing with owner Simone Ranes, DC. This technique will increase circulation to the head and improve the physical Read More » Getting to the Root of Chronic Anxiety with Emotional Complex Clearing We could certainly argue that anxiety is simply part of the normal human experience. For instance, we have a presentation at work and there’s a lot at stake. Read More » Kitchen Reflections Ahhh… March. The beginning of this month brings a sigh of relief with the knowledge that winter is behind us and spring is just around the corner. Read More » Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation Advanced Osteopathic Health provides several specialized intravenous (IV) therapy and oxidative therapies. Photoluminescence, also known as ultraviolet blood irradiation Read More » Spring Into Wellness with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Elemental Acupuncture Traditional Chinese Medicine was started by Annie Haas, MSTOM, Dipl.Ac, in 2020. She has a vision and a passion for creating a beautiful Read More » Bliss Opens Second Location Bliss Salon Spa and Boutique has opened a second location at 4790 Hagadorn Road, in East Lansing, at the Hannah Plaza. Read More » Every Day is Special at Edgewood Edgewood Cannabis & Lounge, the unique marijuana retail store in Lansing, has specials every day of the week. They carry only licensed, Michigan-grown cannabis, tested at state-approved Read More » Ideal Wellness Michigan Office is Closing Moxifit is a weight-loss program that is lifestyle-focused, based on individual needs. Ideal Wellness will permanently close their office at 4131 Okemos Road, Suite 11, in Okemos, on March 4. Read More » Stop Smoking or Lose Weight with Hypnosis According to Certified Consulting Hypnotist Willow Richmond, owner of Integrations Holistic Therapies, “Hypnosis is as normal as daydreaming or focusing your mind to the point of tuning Read More » A Place to Heal and Become Empowered LotusVoice Integrative Therapies offers relaxation/deep tissue massage, table Thai massage, 10-step Craniosacral Therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, oncology massage Read More » Help Wanted at Rooted Counseling Rooted Counseling is hiring a rockstar human being to take on the full-time role of client care and operations coordinator. Read More » Healing Through Connecting Constellation Healing Arts owner Michaelene Ruhl, Psy.D., believes there is healing through connecting and creating a loving, compassionate, safe and sacred place for people Read More » Too Close to Home Ever since I could remember, whenever anyone would ask me what college I wanted to go to, I always said Michigan State University. Read More » Two Practices Merge Services Christopher Alvarado, DO, of Advanced Internal Medicine & Jamieson Total Health Care, has combined practices with Thomas Jamieson, DO, at 2720 Pleasant Grove Road, in Lansing. Read More » Put Sugar in its Place Helena Miller, RRT, a Nutrition Response Testing practitioner and master clinician, will present a seminar, Lick The Sugar Habit, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., March 9, at the Gilead Healing Center. Read More » Massage Therapists in Great Demand Health & Harmony Massage & Wellness Center, offering convenient, affordable and effective massage therapy, is looking for two or three licensed massage Read More » Couples Breathwork with JoJo Campos Breathwork detox facilitator, reiki master and intuitive healer JoJo Campos is conducting couples breathwork in Lansing. She says, “There are many types of breathwork. Read More » Becoming Our Best Selves Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Ayurvedic practitioner Rachel Redmond will provide an online masterclass, From Exhausted to Your Best Self, for mothers and working professionals Read More » Valentine's Day Massage Remedi Spa Wellness is offering a special, 75-minute Raspberry Marshmallow Melt Massage ($120) for Valentine’s Day. It includes full body hot stone massage with coconut oil Read More » Winter Women’s Retreat Return to LOVE ~ A Women’s WELLness Retreat, will take place from 2 p.m. February 10 through noon on February 12, at Crystal Lodgings, in Thompsonville. Read More » Maxson Relocates Healing Center The Center of the Healing Arts has moved to 2380 Science Parkway, Suite 108 (with Chrysalis Enrichment Center), in Okemos. Owner Lena Maxson helps patients overcome chronic Read More » Eyes Wide Open Conference The second annual Eyes Wide Open, The Truth is Here conference, hosted by The Embassy of Life Mastery (ELM), will be held March 10 through 12 at the Soaring Eagle Conference Center Read More » Aerial Yoga Teacher Training Yoga Connect MI, formerly Lansing Hot Yoga and Haslett Hot Yoga, is offering Yoga Alliance-accredited, 30-hour Prerana Aerial Yoga teacher training from February 17 to 19 and 24 to 26. Read More » Explore, Grow, Heal and Learn at The Embassy of Life Mastery The nonprofit Embassy of Life Mastery (ELM), in Mt. Pleasant, was created in 2019 to educate the public about self-growth, sustainability, community building and planetary change. Read More » Opal Wong Embodies Permanent Learning Opal Wong, MS Ed., operates the AHA Center for Awakening Healthy Awareness, working with children and adults suffering from severe pain. Read More » Improving Heart Health: Lifestyle Metrics That Can Help Prevent Heart Disease Diet and exercise are often cited for preventing cardiovascular disease, but a deeper dive shows that other factors such as sleep, stress management and proper screenings are just as important. Read More » In-Print Womens Wellness Issue