Lansing Edition - July 2023 Welcome to our Regenerative Organic Farming Issue. Printed copy now available at your local stands. The Beljanski Integrative Cancer Conference GENERAL LOGISTICS AT A GLANCE 1. Conference Program & Exhibitor Timeline FRIDAY THE 13TH - 12:00PM – 4:00PM Set up of Exhibitor Area Eastern Time Read More » Help for Burnt-Out Teachers Candice Currie, owner of Optimize You: Massage Therapy & Lifestyle Coaching, says, “Teachers are an important part of our community, and they deserve to not have Read More » Treating the Whole Person Cherry Blossom Natural Wellness, the office of Dr. Janelle Mackowiak, uses a combination of naturopathic and functional medicine to encourage total wellness Read More » Eastside Summer Fest Returns The third annual Eastside Summer Fest, put on by the Lansing Eastside Neighborhood Organization and KCS Angels, Inc., is a family-friendly celebration of community Read More » Farmers Markets at the Capitol The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) Farmers Markets at the Capitol provides a marketplace to showcase Michigan food and agricultural products Read More » South Lansing Wellness Weekend The Ourspace (517) Health and Wellness Weekend on August 17, 18 and 19 works to increase access to resources, information, opportunities and services in the areas of health Read More » Regain Full Function with Physical Therapy At Premier Rehabilitation physical therapy clinic, orthopedic manual physical therapy (OMPT) is an advanced specialization of orthopedic pathology that takes physical therapy Read More » Michigan State University (MSU) Student Organic Farm The Farmers Advocating for Organic (FAFO) has awarded the Michigan State University (MSU) Student Organic Farm a $50,000 grant from the Organic Valley cooperative. Read More » The Urban Cup The Urban Cup is celebrating five years in Lansing, The sister to The Soup Spoon on Michigan Avenue is owned by Robert Flanders, Nick Gavrilides and Scott Abramouski. Read More » Dr. Chi Fingernail and Tongue Analysis Clinics and Seminar Dr. Chi is back for 4 days only! Dr. Chi Fingernail and Tongue Analysis Clinics and Seminar Dr. Chi will be hosting a free seminar on Fingernail and Tongue Analysis from 6 to 8 p.m. Read More » Rekindling Wonderment The kids are headed back to school, and because we all get ready to hit the mental reset button, our August issue is here to help—chock-full of great ideas to support a shift Read More » Sample Lansing’s Best Cuisine The Best of Lansing festival features the best artists, retail shops, restaurants, influencers, changemakers and creators Read More » The People’s Kitchen on Wheels Set to Roll Four years ago, the People’s Kitchen, a creative brunch and dinner spot, opened a brick-and-mortar location in Lansing. Read More » Zen Den Salt Cave in Okemos Offers Soothing Relief Beyond A Dream, LLC, owned by Reverend Leeann Lilly, features a "Zen Den" with relaxing zero gravity lounge chairs. Read More » Yoga Plus Cats Equals Winning Formula The nonprofit Cat Connection cat/kitten rescue, serving the tri-county Southeast Michigan area, will host Rescue Cat Yoga from 6:15 to 8 p.m., July 22, at Court One Training Center. Read More » Get Right with the Gut Microbiome The Center for Integrative Wellness, the office of Dr. Nicholas Morgan, provides naturopathic and functional medicine health care to Lansing residents Read More » Sound Bath Meditations for One Betty Gauthier, owner of Gentle Earth Sound Therapy and Holistic Wellness, in Lansing, is offering a Sound Bath Meditation private session for one individual at a time. Read More » Try a Detox Foot Bath at Massage Bliss Massage Bliss is offering ionic detox foot bath therapy, a natural method of assisting the body in eliminating harmful toxins, heavy metals and other harmful foreign matter. Read More » Michigan Factory Farm Growth Out of Control Factory farms are a growing problem in Michigan. The number of factory farms, also known as CAFOs (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations) Read More » Wycoff Wellness Uses Cutting-Edge Techniques Seeing weight, obesity and insulin resistance as the leading health issue in the U.S., John O. Wycoff, DO, owner of Wycoff Wellness Read More » The Simple Life Summer is the perfect time to simply daydream and just be. I love its essence—including sunshiny hot days with an occasional cool lake breeze to fill our sails Read More » Anne Biklé on The Nexus Between Soil and Human Health Anne Biklé and David R. Montgomery, a husband and wife team, collaborated to write What Your Food Ate: How to Heal Our Land and Reclaim Our Health. Read More » Cheesy Cauliflower Mushroom Steaks This dish can be served as a meal or cut into smaller pieces and presented as party appetizers. Cauliflower provides vitamins B6, K and C, magnesium and fiber. Read More » Close Relationships May Influence Physical Well-Being A new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science has found that a person’s close relationships may either benefit or undermine physical health. Read More » Colombia Protects its Birds Colombia has the most bird species in the world—1,966 registered species, or 20 percent of all birds worldwide—and has updated its strategy for protecting this rich avian life. Read More » Effects of Cannabis Use Before and After Surgery In January 2023, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine published guidelines recommending that all patients undergoing anesthesia be screened and questioned about cannabis use. Read More » Environmental Justice from the White House In April 2023, President Biden signed an executive order to expand the administration’s goals to address persistent environmental injustices involving toxic pollution, underinvestment in infrastructure and services and other harms due to a legacy of racial discrimination. Read More » Fighting Climate Change in the Garden: Regenerative Techniques for a Healthy Ecosystem Reversing global warming may feel like a problem that is out of reach, but anyone can make a difference by planting an ecologically supportive garden. Read More » Green Exercise: Reconnecting With Nature Prompted by a growing focus on reconnecting with nature, combined with the well-known benefits of physical exertion, outdoor workouts are all the rage in natural settings and urban parks. Read More » Gut Health for Kids: Clever Strategies for Picky Eaters By creatively offering children healthy, diverse foods, presented in ways to please even finicky palates, parents can support microbiome health while establishing a lifetime of good eating habits. Read More » Hues of Health: Benefits of a Colorful Diet Rich in essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, vibrantly colored fruits and vegetables also contain phytonutrients such as antioxidants, flavonoids, carotenoids and polyphenols that contribute to the color, flavor and aroma of such foods. Read More » Marinated Beets and Goat Cheese Crostini Deriving their deep red color from phytonutrients called betalains, beets are rich in nitrates, which help to lower blood pressure. Read More » Mislabeled Melatonin Gummies New research published in JAMA Network found that melatonin gummies may contain far more of the dietary sleep aid supplement than what is indicated on the label. Read More » Natural Ant Control for the Home Conventional pesticides and ant traps can be toxic to humans, pets and the environment. This season, consider using one of these safer ant control alternatives. Read More » Pilot Program Reveals Benefits of Four-Day Work Week The nonprofit 4 Day Week Global conducted a six-month pilot of more than 2,900 workers from 61 companies in the United Kingdom from June to December 2022 in which the work week was reduced from a standard 40 hours to 32 hours for the same pay and benefits. Read More » Protecting Pets From Lyme Disease: Prevention and Symptom Management Tips When the weather is nice and we crave outdoor adventures with our pets, we may not want to think about Lyme disease, but it’s a good idea to take precautions to avoid an infection. Read More » Repairing the Planet’s Lungs The oceans, sometimes called the lungs of the Earth, have absorbed 30 percent of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions since the Industrial Revolution and captured 90 percent of the related excess heat. Read More » Saving the Fading Night Sky The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, in Washington, D.C., “Lights Out” exhibit is helping people understand that light pollution is a global problem with broad impact. Read More » Seniors Want Fewer Prescriptions In a new National Poll on Healthy Aging by the University of Michigan involving adults aged 50 to 80, the vast majority of respondents expressed an interest in cutting back on prescription medications. Read More » Solar Community Hubs Nearly half of the world’s population is without access to the internet. Dell Technologies, in partnership with Computer Aid International, is addressing the gap for people that might benefit the most. Read More » Summer Broccoli Soup With Herb Croutons This vibrant, lime green-colored soup is an excellent source of potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 and C, iron, magnesium and calcium. Read More » The Microbiome Connection: How Soil and Human Health Are Related The human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. Read More » The Sweet Tapestry of Summer Summer’s apex brings wildflower tapestries woven with cricket-song and evenings punctuated by rolling thunderstorms, but it also can be a time for us to take a deep dive into the miracle of interconnectedness. Read More » Too Much Histamine: Natural Solutions to an Excessive Allergic Response Histamine is an organic chemical produced by the body as a protection from allergens. It is also found in some of the foods we consume. Read More » Dr. Chi Fingernail and Tongue Analysis Clinics and Seminar Dr. Chi will be hosting a free seminar on Fingernail and Tongue Analysis from 6 to 8 p.m. on September 12, at the Wycoff Wellness Center Read More » Mens Wellness Series Join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for a life-changing series entitled The Healthy Man each Tuesday in June at 5 p.m. PDT/8 p.m. EDT. Read More » Wellness for Everybody every(body)wellness has opened at 3400 Pine Tree Road, Suite 104, in Lansing, providing a variety of yoga classes, Pilates, massages, reiki and health coaching Read More » Putting Men’s Health and Wellness Front and Center David Pawsat, DO, and Alicia Williams, DO, at The Center for Optimal Health, think that health is much more than the absence of disease. Read More » Impression 5 Science Center Day Camps Impression 5 Science Center will host Science Day Camps for children from 5 to 13 to learn about basic science in a science-themed day environment. Read More » Testosterone Replacement Therapy When people talk about hormones, they often mean female hormones. Men also have hormones, and improving male hormone levels can often have positive health benefits. Read More » Good Vibes from Good Waves Good Waves founder and lead investigator RC worked as a nutrition consultant and educator for years prior to learning the negative effects of EMF firsthand. 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 Regenerative Organic Farming Issue