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 »

Pure Pastures Relocates

The Plymouth location of Pure Pastures has moved to a nearby address at 1102 Ann Arbor Road, providing meats from Michigan family farms that are pasture-raised and grass-fed. Read More »

Journeys Talk Series Debut

Donaven Advisors will present The GoOd Life - Hitting or Missing the Mark, with Rev. Sierra Donaven, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Read More »

Motor City Cleanse for Better Health

Dr. Jesse R Brown, ND, owner of the Wholistic Training Institute, a proprietary school licensed by the state of Michigan since 1999 for Wholistic (naturopathic) education Read More »

Tune Into Urban Music Festival

The Backwoods and Bonfires Music Festival 2023 will take place from 2 to 9 p.m., June 24, at the Russell Industrial Center, featuring fun, art, adult gaming activities Read More »

Week-Long Guided Personal Retreat

The nonprofit Song of the Morning yoga retreat center, located on 800 acres of northern Michigan woodlands, will host a week-long guided personal retreat Read More »

Fraser Tea

Livonia-based Fraser Tea is a 2023 City of Livonia Green Leaf Award recipient for their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Read More »

CHRONIC DEPRESSION. THE REAL CAUSE?

One can certainly argue that depression is part of the normal human experience. After the loss of a close relationship, perhaps it’s normal to be depressed. Read More »

A Wholistic Approach to Gut Health

The incidence of people experiencing digestive complaints like gas, bloating, chronic constipation or gastric reflux are becoming increasingly common 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 »

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 »

It’s Elderberry Season at Pure Pastures

Pure Pastures has elderberries grown locally and frozen on the stem straight from the tree on an idyllic micro farm by a young family. Read More »

Holistic Health Solutions from Dr. Wallner

The Michigan Family Wellness Clinic, the office of Dr. Kyle Wallner, helps patients overcome stress so they can live a thriving life using chiropractic care and nutritional medicine. Read More »

Earth Day Clean-Up

Brightmoor Artisans Collective (BAC) and Sidewalk Detroit will conduct an Earth Day Community Clean-Up from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 22. Meet in the parking lot of the BAC. Read More »

Healthy Climate Conference

The inaugural Michigan Healthy Climate Conference of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), coordinated by their office of climate Read More »

Running for Chocolate and Children

The 2023 Hot Chocolate Run Detroit, a 15K, 10K and 5K race that supports the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, will begin at 7 a.m. on April 15 at William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor. Read More »

Detroit Pheasant Walks

The ring-necked pheasant has been a resident species of Detroit for decades, so Detroit Audubon and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Adventure Center Read More »

Family Financial Resource Fair

The Show Me The Money Day Family Financial Resource Fair, hosted by Jefferson East, Inc. and Hope Community Outreach and Development, and sponsored by the Community Read More »

Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program

Downtown Boxing Gym (DBG) founder Khali Sweeney says, “The headlines are filled with alarming news about the lingering effects of COVID-19 on students in Michigan and nationwide. Read More »

KUDOS - Baobab Fare

Chef Hamissi Mamba, of Baobab Fare, won a recent episode of Chopped on The Food Network for a $10,000 prize. Each episode features four chefs competing in a three-round contest 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 »

Fermented Foods from The Better Health Store

The brain and gut are connected, and fermented foods are full of zingy flavors and beneficial bacteria. The Better Health Store sells fermented products like yogurt Read More »

Learn About Rehabilitation Yoga

North Bridge Chiropractic, the office of Ellen M. Lazar, DC, serving Northville, Livonia, Plymouth and Canton since 2013, incorporates rehabilitation yoga into patient care. Read More »

Ongoing Unity of Livonia Community Food Drive

Unity of Livonia will hold their seventh annual Community Food Drive through April 9 to help St. Christine Christian Services put an end to hunger. Read More »

Guru Bhakti Retreat in Vanderbilt

Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat is conducting a Guru Bhakti Retreat: Immersion in Divine Love, with Naren K. Schreiner and Lopamudra Bose and the Song of the Morning community Read More »

Celebrate the City

All Things Detroit Day 2023 will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 2, at the Eastern Market, with entertainment and more than 200 small businesses in three sheds for one day. Read More »

Dr. Moten to Receive Award

BLOOM Transformation Center Director Dr. Rose Moten is a 2023 Michigan Chronicle Women of Excellence honoree, and will be celebrated at their 16th annual awards dinner on April 5 Read More »

Feel the Spirit with Detroit Concert Choir

Detroit Concert Choir, an international, award-winning, vocal ensemble, will perform a concert: Every Time I Feel the Spirit, at 7:30 p.m., March 11, at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Read More »

See You Tomorrow

A brunch spot called See You Tomorrow opened at the end of last year in Detroit’s New Center neighborhood, offering egg scrambles, chicken and waffles, salmon Read More »

Self-Care Holistic Market

Better Together is hosting its second Evening Holistic Market in Detroit from 5 to 10 p.m., March 4, at the Russell Industrial Center Agricultural Cooperative Siren Farms Room Read More »

KUDOS - Good Cakes and Bakes

Good Cakes and Bakes was named a semifinalist for the James Beard Awards. The LGBTQ-friendly owners April and Michelle Anderson make wholesome vegan and organic baked goods. 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 »

Heart-Centered Living

February is filled with sweet reminders of love in its many forms such as Valentine’s Day, and the affection we feel for special people in our lives are at the forefront. Read More »

New Services from Bridges

Christine Bridges, owner and practitioner at Universal Energy Healing, is offering new classes and group healing sessions including singing bowl meditations, rife frequency movie showings Read More »

Seva for Valentine’s Day

Seva Restaurant, the vegetarian and vegan spot serving diverse comfort fare and smoothies in a casual, friendly atmosphere, will be open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Valentine’s Day Read More »

Detroit Vegan Chef Challenge

Detroit Vegan Chef Challenge, sponsored by Vegan Outreach, features a month of brand-new vegan options from March 1 to 31 all over Detroit. Local chefs will be competing Read More »

I ♣ Detroit Valentine Apparel

I Club Detroit sells techno and house music apparel designed and printed in Michigan. Owner and designer Kim Wilds is offering Detroit Valentine Candy Hearts Read More »

Try Raindrop Technique at Meta Physica Wellness Center

Meta Physica Wellness Center, in Corktown, provides therapeutic massage, full-spectrum infrared saunas and a raw vegan organic juice bar and apothecary. Read More »

Moroccan Pre-Valentine's Day Pop-Up Dinner

Taste of Marrakech is serving a unique Moroccan dinner from 6:30 to 9 p.m., February 6. The menu includes Harira soup served with dates and chebakia (pastry made of strips of dough rolled Read More »

Detroit to Host Longest-Running Vegas Musical

The nonprofit Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts presents Menopause The Musical at 3 p.m., February 26, on the main stage. The show has been running for 20 years, including 15 years Read More »

KUDOS - Seasons Market & Café

Seasons Market & Café, located in the Cass Corridor, is celebrating one year in business. With offerings that change with the seasons, it was founded with the belief that access Read More »

KUDOS - Kelly Clarkson

Talk show host Kelly Clarkson donated $20,000 on January 6 to Betty Henderson’s Northwest Detroit Angels of Essence Day Care after it was damaged by fire last June. Read More »

The Power of Visioning: Understanding the Power of Choice

Reverend Sierra Donaven, an ordained minister, certified spiritual practitioner through the International Metaphysical Ministry and founder of Donaven Advisors LLC 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 »

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 »

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 »

Detroit / Wayne Edition - December 2022

Welcome to our December 2022 Issue. Printed copy now available at your local stands. Read More »

Detroit / Wayne Edition - November 2022

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