December eNews

Topics:  Real Nutrition, Gift Ideas, Merry & Bright Baking, Young Living for the Holidays

Santa's Surprise Weekdays!  
Dec. 14-18
Shoppers who make at least a $100 purchase may have the chance to grab a gift card from Santa's hat Mon-Fri Dec 14-18.  Each of the gift cards is pre-loaded with either $5, $10, or $25 to surprise and delight the lucky winners.  Limited quantities are available, so it's first come, first-served.  See if Santa has a surprise in store for you!



Why Wait for New Years?  Get Real Nutrition NOW!

Jordan Rubin, author of "The Maker's Diet", "The Great Physician's Rx" books and more, has pioneered this new line of whole food, targeted supplements. Each ingredient in Real Omega formulas are cultivated by the MycoBiome Transformation System (MTS) drawing on the principles of sprouting & fermentation, along with Traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal modalities.

Many of us don't eat a well balanced diet, and even if we do eat commercially available fruits and veggies, the vitamin and mineral content is not always up to par.  Moreover, a growing body of evidence suggests the average American is lacking a diversity of gut flora, which can lead to a wide range of health problems.  That's where GET REAL Nutrition comes in.

Although all of these blends can help maintain good gut health and immunity, you can target the most beneficial one for you.  Each of the following categories contains a botanical blend that provides nutritional support for your brain, metabolism & fitness, cleansing and detoxification, and healthy immune function.  

Real Probiotic - The inspiration for creating Real Probiotic comes from the Nigerian fermented seeds Ogiri and Dadawa that have been healthfully consumed for generations. In easy to swallow capsules, daily dose is just 3 capsules.

Real Omega - Real Omega formulas derive their Omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids exclusively from sprouted, fermented organic, Chia, Flax, Hemp, Pumpkin, Sesame, Sunflower and Canihua seeds and are infused with a wide variety of organic, sprouted and fermented botanicals designed to support your unique health goals. Just take 3 easy to swallow capsules per day.

Fermented Superjuice - These power-packed formulas deliver more than 30 organic fermented super fruit and veggie juices along with organic, sprouted, and fermented purple maize and functional fungi cultures that have been widely-celebrated for thousands of years. These come in powdered form, and mix one or more scoops in with your favorite beverage every day.

Multi Metabolite - Plants create secondary metabolites as a sustainable shield protecting them from the dangers of their environment. Metabolites such as curcuminoids from turmeric, withanolides from ashwagandha, anthocyanins from chia, terpenes from ginseng, EGCG from green tea increase the plants overall ability to survive and overcome challenges.

Similar to the production of secondary metabolites by plants, during the process of fermentation, beneficial microorganisms interact with foods, herbs and spices to create fermentation metabolites including beta glucans, antioxidant enzymes and important vitamins and minerals to ensure their healthy survival. When we consume these fermented botanicals rich in metabolites, we are inheriting the very wisdom of nature and in turn receiving a powerful boost to our health. These formulations come in powdered form, and mix one or more scoops in with your favorite beverage every day.

GET REAL Nutrition prices range from $34.99-$46.99 and boasts 10 Promises for every formula, every ingredient.  It is superb quality unmatched on the market - can you ask for anything more?

1. Real Food
2. USDA Certified Organic
3. GMO Free
4. Gluten Free
5. Vegan
6. Sprouted
7. Fermented
8. Allergen 8 Free
9. Hand-Cultivated
10. Eco-Regenerative Packaging

SHOPPING MADE EASY with GIFT SETS!

For Him:  Pardon the potty-humor, but these popular bathroom sprays made with essential oils can make even the Scroogiest of us crack a smile.  Check out Poo-Pourri "Master Crapsman" gift set, complete two 2oz bottles of scents "Heavy Doody" and "Poo-tonium".  Makes a great white elephant gift too!

For Her:  Make her feel fabulous with Burt's Bees Face Essentials and Mani Pedi gift sets, each under $20!  Face Essentials is a great value that includes Facial Towelettes, Deep Cleansing Cream, Deep Pore Scrub, and a chapstick.  Mani Pedi set includes Ultimate Care Hand Cream, Peppermint Foot Lotion, Lemon Balm Cuticle Cream, plus Ecotools® Foot Brush & Pumice combo.

For Girls:  At last, we have a water-based, odorless, peel-off nail polish that's perfect for dress-up fun.  Each Suncoat Natural Nail Salon Kit contains 2 nail colors, a stylish emery board, and flowery decals.  Just $10.99.

For Anyone:  Find peaceful relaxation this winter with Adult Coloring Books and Colored Pencils.  Books range from $9.99 to $12.99; 12 pencil set is $6.49 or pencil twigs are 99 cents each.


FESTIVE BAKING ESSENTIALS

No more synthetic dyes in your food - make your edible works of art without Red#40!  Using turmeric for yellows, beet juice for reds and pinks, spirulina for green, and vegetable juices for blue hues, you can color your creations naturally this season!

Color Garden Natural Food Coloring has your standard color options (red, blue, orange, yellow) all from plant-based sources in a 4pk for $9.49.

India Tree Colored Sugars - decorate your Christmas cookies with a rainbow of plant-based colored sugars for just $4.99 each.  There are even snowflake shapes and crushed candy cane toppers for $4.39 each!  All are Non GMO Project Verified.

Sunspire Baking Chips are all on sale while supply lasts.  Choose from White Chocolate, Vegan Carob, or classic Semi-Sweet for just $5.99.

Pie Time!  Straight from Michigan's Fruit Belt, find delicious Apple, Peach, Blueberry, or Mixed Berry pie fillings and Pumpkin Butter from Brownwood Farms and Cherry pie filling from Omena Organics.

Stay Warm, Comfortable & Joyful!

Looking for ways to fend off the cold?  We've got you covered from head to toe and the inside out. 

Wrap yourself in the inspirational comfort of SARK blankets, Made in the USA with love ($49).  At the front of the store, you'll find long fingerless gloves - most with warm wool outside, soft poly inside - all fair-trade ($14.99-$17.99) as well as Maggie's Organic Cotton blend 3pk colored crew socks to keep you kickin' in style and comfort for $21.99.

There's nothing better than being snuggled up with some hot chocolate when the temperatures fall, except maybe sharing the hot chocolate with someone special.  Reach for Silly Cow Farms Hot Chocolate Mix in a decorative glass pint milk jar; its ingredients are non-GMO, gluten free, dairy free, and it makes a fantastic gift.  Available in Chocolate-Truffle or Chocolate-Chocolate, so there's one for you and one to share  ($7.99 for 24 servings).  

Since some like to really feel the heat, we now have Fire Cider Apple Cider Vinegar & Honey elixir in large 16oz bottles ($21.99) with matching shot glass ($1.99) for that extra fiery feeling that warms you from the inside out. 

WELLNESS CENTER

EAR CANDLING 101
Suzan Moody
Thurs. Dec. 10
5:30-6:30pm

Ever wondered why people use ear candles?  Want to know how to safely ear candle at home?  
Healthy Habitz' Suzan Moody will be leading a quick class on Ear Candling.  
It's FREE with the purchase of 2 ear candles, or $5 otherwise.

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS CLASSES
Marie Koch
Tuesdays  6-7pm
$5*

Marie will be leading classes on the many uses and health benefits of essential oils in our Wellness Center. Classes are only an hour long, and cost regularly $5* per class. 
You'll be amazed at how high quality oils can have so many uses!

For the Holiday Make & Take:  Get crafty & make your own sugar scrub, bath salts, carpet freshener & lip balm!  Made with Young Living oils and LOVE :)

*There is a small  $5 class fee for materials for this class.  Otherwise, First time visitors and YL Distributors under HH4L attend FREE.

Here are the upcoming topics:

Dec 1 - Oral Care
Dec 8 - Holiday Make & Take
Dec 15 - Holiday Cooking with Oils
Dec 22 - Animals & Pet Care
Dec 29 - NO CLASS


CALENDAR View Online
Dec 1 - YLEO Class - Oral Care
Dec 8 - YLEO Class - Holiday Make & Take
Dec 8 - 20% Off Tuesday!
Dec 15 - YLEO Class - Holiday Cooking with Oils
Dec 22 - YLEO Class - Animals & Pet Care
Dec 24 - CLOSED for Christmas Eve
Dec 25 - CLOSED for Christmas
Dec 29 - NO YLEO CLASS
Dec 31 - OPEN 9:30a-5pm
Jan 1 - OPEN noon-5pm

November eNews

TOPICS:  Alzheimer's, Diabetes, Gift Ideas, Black Friday, Vitality Tanning Difference

Time for Tea Tins
Good things come in small packages, or in this case, tins.  Find decorative tins to house your favorite teas, herbs, candies, or anything!  Give it a pretty label and voila, instant gift!  

Save 10% on your tin when you buy at least 1oz of loose tea from our bulk section.  We also have a variety of decorative labels that can be purchased individually! 
Plain, solid color tins come in squared or cylinder shapes, range from just $2.49-$3.49 (for 50g-100g size), and decorative tins are just $4.99. 

National Alzheimer's Month
Every 67 seconds someone in the US develops Alzheimer's, with 2/3 being women.  It is one of the most heartbreaking diseases as it takes a toll on people with the disease and those who love them.  It is highly stressful and emotional to all who care for them.  

Although the current standard treatments are not able to halt or reverse Alzheimer's and dementia, there are things that can be done to help reduce risk and be mindful of your mind!
  

MicroPQQ® from Progressive Laboratories is scientifically formulated to support the powerhouse of the cells – mitochondria.

Mitochondria are cellular energy generators contained within each cell of the body and provide energy for the entire body through the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate). ATP is used as a source of chemical energy and regulates metabolism. Certain organs, such as the heart and brain, are very dense with mitochondria as these organs require significant energy to function properly.

PQQ (pyrroloquinoline quinone) is a neuroprotective compound that has shown promise in both human and/or animal studies to:

• Improve performance on memory tests
• Stimulates the production and release of nerve growth factors to support neurons in the brain
• Safeguard against certain types of protein behaviors that are associated with Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease
• Protect against oxidative stress related to stroke and trauma
• Protect the brain against neurotoxins like mercury
• Reduces the damaging effects of over-stimulated neurons associated with seizures and neurodegenerative disease

A 2010 peer-reviewed UC Davis study found that PQQ not only protected the mitochondria in mice, it also promoted NEW mitochondria within aging cells.  Because of this unique ability to promote cellular energy and function, PQQ was found to be more effective than the standard beta blocker used to protect the heart after a heart attack.  

National Diabetes Month

Nearly 29.1 million Americans have diabetes, a serious disease in which blood glucose (blood sugar) levels are above normal.  Shockingly, there are nearly three times that number who are Pre-Diabetic.  That is 86 million Americans age 20 and older had prediabetes in 2012, up from 79 million in 2010.  Estimates are that a quarter of all seniors age 65+ have diabetes (diagnosed or undiagnosed).  Most people have Type 2 Diabetes, which used to be called adult-onset diabetes as it was more common in people over age 45, but with the rise of obesity among children and young people, that is no longer an accurate description.

We're #1!  When it comes to worldwide sugar consumption, the USA takes the cake.  Sugar's prevalence in the Standard American Diet (SAD) has wreaked havoc on our health.  How?  Inflammation.  Consuming high amounts of simple carbohydrates - white bread, pasta, white rice, or refined sugar - results in advanced glycation products or AGEs (a glucose-protein molecule leading to damaged cross-linked proteins in our cells).  When our bodies try to break these molecule apart, it stimulates the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines from the immune system, and this can lead to arthritis, cataracts, heart disease, and even wrinkled skin. 

Sugar is addictive.  When we eat sugar: the reward center in our brain lights up, and we want more. But at what health cost?  The average American eats 19 teaspoons of added sugar a day, when doctors recommend 6 teaspoons tops.  Luckily, it's not hopeless - there are ways to re-train your brain and taste buds to crave less sugar.  Like any addiction, small steps can lead to big changes.

A good start is coming to the free class Thursday, Nov. 12, "SUGAR DETOX DIET EXPLAINED" to learn more about the natural (non-synthetic) low-glycemic sweeteners available, and other ways to reduce your sugar load without crashing.  Our own Suzan Moody will be leading the class - find more details below or call us to register!

Find many of these sugar alternatives on sale in November!  We have superior Stevia, naturally-derived Xylitol from non-GMO sources, and low-glycemic Coconut sugar or Agave Syrup (organic of course).

In addition to an anti-inflammatory diet, Topricin®Homeopathic Cream can be helpful to mitigate pain. 

Safe for diabetics, Topricin® Foot Therapy Cream reduces swelling, stiffness, numbness, tingling and burning pain associated with these soft tissue ailments:

Edema swelling and joint pain in the toes, feet and ankles
Heel pain/soreness (heel spurs)
Bunion pain/soreness (big toe)
Nerve pain (burning pain in the feet)
Gout (pain in big toe)
Arch pain, soft tissue pain, and ball of the foot.

A 2oz bottle is regularly $19.99 NOW $16.99 during November



MAGGIE'S Leggings & Stockings

Temperatures are dropping, and it's time to layer up!  Stay warm and stylish with Maggie's Organics and get a "leg up" on holiday shopping!  Plush Ankle Leggings feel thicker than your average tights, and are perfect for wearing under dresses, skirts, or pants.  Just $24.99

Over-the-Knee Socks are also perfect to pair with a sweater dress to show off the cable-knit design.  Made of 69% Merino Wool, they are extra warm, but not itchy.  Available in 3 different colors for only $23.99.


BLACK FRIDAY DOOR BUSTER SALE!
The annual sale that's too good to miss - Black Friday save up to 40% on EVERYTHING and get at least 10% off ALL DAY! The early birds get the best deals, but unlike other big box stores, we hold regular store hours and offer a fantastic discount on everything* in stock!

In an effort to run as smoothly as possible, any bulk herbs, spices, or teas will be bagged and labeled by a staffer away from the register, so no jars will have to be carried back and forth.

Bring in your own shopping bags to more efficiently hold your goodies, too!  We want to see those HH4L bags and NonGMO canvas bags in full effect!

Here's the hourly breakdown:

9:30am - 10:00am - 40% off
10:01am - 12:00pm - 30% off
12:01pm - 5:00pm - 20% off

5:01pm - 9:00pm - 10% off

*Special orders or rain checks do not apply. Cannot be combined with other offers. Merchandise only, services excluded.


WELLNESS CENTER

YOUNG LIVING CLASSES
Marie Koch
Tuesdays 6-7pm
Nov 10 - Ningxia Red
Nov 17 - All About Thieves
Nov 24 - Holiday Make & Take (Join the fun - make your own sugar scrub, bath salts, carpet freshener, lip balm)

Marie will be leading classes on the many uses and health benefits of essential oils in our Wellness Center. Classes are an hour long, and cost regularly $5 per class. You'll be amazed at how high quality oils can have so many uses!


GET YOUR VITALITY ON!

It's that time of year again where sun exposure becomes more and more scarce, and for the majority of us in the Northern climates, our vitamin D levels begin to decline.  Did you know that Vitamin D regulates over 3000 genes?  It's no wonder a drop in this important vitamin can manifest itself by feelings of malaise or depression, or an increase in minor aches and pains.

While we can take oral Vitamin D3, this is a fat-soluble vitamin form which relies on LDL cholesterol to transport.  Sunshine stimulates vitamin D sulfate synthesis, which is a water soluble form that can travel freely through the bloodstream to maximize its availability to our bodies.

Keep your vitamin D levels optimal with Vitality Tanning!  Rather than using a standard tanning bed which may use a high EMF magnetic ballast rather than an electronic ballast, our bed has much lower electromagnetic frequency (EMF).  Our specialized tanning bed uses patented bulbs that give off UVA, UVB, Infrared and red light.  The sun produces about 95% UVA light and 5% UVB; in the Vitality bed UVA and UVB are more balanced, so there is more vitamin D-producing UVB than in sunlight.  Infrared light has been used therapeutically for muscle aches and injuries.  Red light actually stimulates collagen production in the skin, a known wrinkle fighter.

Internal Sunblock?  Yes, you can get an antioxidant supplement called Astaxanthin which acts as an "internal sunblock", especially important for those who don't tan easily.  UVA light in moderation causes skin to tan and is our skin's way of protecting from burns, and it is has the deeper penetrating light.  Astaxanthin is a type of phytonutrient sourced from microalgae that is grown in the dark and then suddenly exposed to intense light.  Astaxanthin is produced as a natural defense mechanism and our skin can benefit!  Find it with our other antioxidant supplements in the Immune System section from Healthy Origins, starting at $23.99 for 60 caps.

For more info on Vitamin D and the Vitality bed, see Dr. Mercola's video.  

BUDDY DEAL!  Refer a Friend and you both can save in November. 

 It's simple - you buy 5 or more Tanning sessions and you tell a friend, when they come in and buy 5 or more sessions and mention your name, you BOTH will get an additional 5 sessions FREE*! 

You and your friend do not have to purchase at the same time, as long as you both buy during November.
*Sessions do not have to be used in November; you may delay start date.  Bonus sessions must be used during the regular expiry period (for example, 5 sessions purchased= 5 weeks to use them all, starting after Session 1 of the package has been used).

SUGAR DETOX CLASS
Thursday, Nov. 12
5:30 - 6:30 pm
Suzan Moody
FREE EVENT

Do you crave sugar and carbs?  Eat when your not hungry?  Do you have flares of joint pain?  

10 days can make a difference!

Check out the 10 day Sugar Detox!  Our resident detox expert, Suzan, will be highlighting the damaging effects of too much sugar and simple carbs on our bodies and why most people could use a big break from sugar.  Discover the documented studies and resources from Dr. Mark Hyman and Dr. Nancy Appleton's book, "Suicide by Sugar".  You will learn how to break free from sugar's powerful pull without giving up all carbs and without crashing.  Learn the difference between natural sweeteners like stevia, agave, xylitol, and sample a low glycemic sweets.  

You'll get extra discounts on products mentioned during the class!

Commit to making a big difference in your health!  It's smart.  It's free.
Sign up today to reserve your spot.


ADELPHA THERMOGRAPHY
Our next non-invasive Breast Thermography day is Wednesday, December 2.  
NOTE: Scheduling is now handled by Adelpha's Linda Allchin instead of HH4L .  
Please call her directly to make your appointment at 248-797-1191.

CALENDAR
Nov 10 - 20% TUESDAY
Nov 10 - YL Essential Oils Class - NingXia Red
Nov 11 - Veterans Day
Nov 12 - Sugar Detox Diet Explained
Nov 17 - YL Essential Oils Class - Thieves
Nov 24 - YL Essential Oils Class - Holiday Make & Take
Nov 27 - Thanksgiving Day (Closed)
Nov 28 - BLACK FRIDAY SALE
Dec 2 - Adelpha Thermography

October eNews

Topics: Non-GMO, Bulk Week, Breast Cancer Awareness, Wheatgrass, Gut Health, Zumba


GO NON-GMO  
It has been a rather rough ride for our beloved Non-GMO butterfly this past year, as we rollercoastered through ups and downs.  Although California's labeling initiative did not pass, Maine, Connecticut, and Vermont did create laws in favor of GMO labeling.  However, the recent passing of the "Dark Act" , H.R. 1599 (275-150) is a mighty blow to the people's right to know what is in their food, as it prohibits any current or future state law requiring GMO labeling. 

According to the Non-GMOproject, this single act effectively negates more than 130 existing regulations, statutes and ordinances in 43 states.  Regrettably, the revised bill also mandates the creation of a USDA-run non-GMO certification program, which will undercut the Non-GMOProject's 8 year efforts to maintain a consistent and rigorous standard.  More than 2,000 brands now carry this butterfly label and we hope that consumers will continue to look for it and know that it was produced without the use of genetic engineering (GE).  

Some people may not know what GMOs are, despite the fact that they are everywhere.  GMO corn, soy, and canola reign supreme in the Standard American Diet, supplied by just a few biotech corporations.  On average, 9 of every 10 bites of food are created with GMO ingredients, down to the chickens and dairy products which are raised on corn and soy.  It's hard to find processed foods that don't contain GMOs.

Starting with definitions:  Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been manipulated through genetic engineering (distinct from traditional cross-breeding methods) to create unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacterial and viral genes that cannot occur in nature.  The ostensible purpose of which is to increase yield, resist drought, enhance nutrition, etc.  Biotech industry promised they would feed the world, reduce pesticide and herbicide use, and be healthier for you, but they have failed on all three fronts.  

GMOs actually DEPEND on toxic pesticides and herbicides to kill off everything else except for the GMO crop, and this is done on a massive scale.  

 A recent report illustrated the magnitude:    "You can see it from outer space. According to the USDA, this year in America alone, more than 170 million acres of corn and soybeans are in production. At a conservative estimate of 10 gallons of glyphosate (sold as RoundUp, the herbicide most commonly used in conjunction with GMO crops) per acre in dilution, this translates to roughly two billion gallons of herbicide poured onto American soils this year alone... we're taking an area the size of California and Montana combined, and killing it dead each year."

And another finding:  "Today’s major GE crops have increased overall pesticide use by 404 million pounds from 1996 through 2011... Overall pesticide use in 2011 was about 20% higher on each acre planted to a GE crop, compared to pesticide use on acres not planted to GE crops."

Superweeds & Superbugs:  The utter lack of genetic diversity has allowed for an increase weeds and bugs that are resistant to the herbicides and pesticides like RoundUp, and requires ever more quantities of these toxic chemicals be used.  Unfortunately, honeybees and butterflies are not so resistant, and more research is connecting this widespread use of toxins to striking decreases in these important pollinator populations. 

GMOs Cannot Feed the World: 
An intensive 3 year study by the University of Kansas has found that GM soy produces about 10% less food than its conventional equivalent.

GMOs are patented products, and corporations have successfully sued farmers whose fields were contaminated by inevitable drifting GMOs from neighboring fields.  They pose a threat to farmer's sovereignty and national food security.  That may be part of the reason why GMOs are restricted or banned in over 60 countries.  

WHAT YOU CAN DO: Opt out of the GMO experiment, and look for the butterfly in October and throughout the year!  Find resources here all month to help you sort out what is likely a GMO or not.  Look for sales this month on a variety of non-GMO products from brands like Nature's Path, Arrowhead Mills, Kettle brand, Natural Vitality and more!

SPIN 2 WIN!  Non-GMO Project Drive: Thurs, Oct 22
For some extra fun, you will be able to spin the wheel with any $10+ purchase for a Non-GMO prize!  We will be donating 5% of sales that day to the NonGMO Project so mark Thursday the 22nd on your calendar!


BULK WEEK  October 11-17

Isn't it great to save money and save on packaging? Come see all 250+ bulk herbs, spices, and teas that are available - pick and choose in any quantity you like!  Say goodbye to stale and flavorless spices and wake up your tastebuds.  Even if you are just a salt and pepper kind of person, you can find specialty salts and peppers in colors white, black, pink, or red!  Feel free to bring in your own container to reduce waste even more.

Save 20% on bulk herbs, spices, and teas all week long!


BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

Although these products aren't plastered with pink ribbons, each one of these products plays a part to help maintain breast health.  As always, check with your trusted health professional before starting an anti-cancer regime to see what is best and safest for you.
  

Breast-D by Pure Essence Labs
Each capsule provides 4000IU of Vitamin D, 150mg of DIM (see below), and potent levels of Calcium D-glucarate, Green tea, and Lycopene; this is a superb mix to support breast health.  Just $26.49 for 30 veg. caps.

There have been many studies showing that women who have breast cancer tend to have low vitamin D levels.  It is thought that Vitamin D may play a role in protecting against breast cancer by binding to receptors in breast tissue and cause cancerous cells to die or stop growing. 

DIM (diindolylmethane), a compound derived from the digestion of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, and Brussel sprouts.  Emerging research suggests that it may protect against the damaging effects of radiation for those undergoing such cancer treatment.

Calcium D-glucarate is used to reduce or inhibit the enzyme beta-glucuronidase.  Elevated levels of this enzyme are associated with an increased risk of hormone-dependent cancers like breast, prostate, and colon cancers.

Green Tea and Lycopene are known for their anti-oxidant benefits, with potential to block many types of cancer cell growth.

NATURANECTAR Red Propolis
Brazilian Red Propolis has been researched for it's anti-carcinogenic effects, and has been found to kill certain types of human breast cancer cells.    

GAIA HERBS makes three synergistic liquid herb extracts for just $13.99 each that help the body gently rid itself of cellular wastes, particularly in the lymphatic and reproductive systems:

Echinacea Red Root Supreme - echinacea to boost the immune system and red root to promote healthy drainage of toxins from the lymphatic tissues.  
Fem-Restore Supreme - a blend of herbs that encourages detoxification of metabolic wastes from reproductive tissues and supports the female reproductive system as well as the liver and lymphatic tissues.
Scudder's Alterative - promotes the removal of cellular wastes and healthy uptake of nutrients.  Helps improve skin appearance, and supports the immune system too!  


Other Considerations:

Use Aluminum-free deodorant.  Why would we want to put this potentially harmful metal on our body when there are so many alternatives that work?  Find a wide selection of deodorants for men, women, and athletes - all of which you can rest assured are aluminum free.  

Get Vitamin D naturally through Vitality Tanning.  Especially during these shorter days, it is important to maintain healthy vitamin D levels.  Your body will produce just the right amount when you are getting the right amount of full spectrum light (enough to give your skin a little blush, but not red).  Find more details on our Wellness Center page.

Get regular Screenings with Adelpha Thermography.
Early screening with Thermology can detect breast tissue changes at a minute physical stage of development, as much as 5-8 years earlier than mammography or other conventional testing. This is when breast tissue changes, inflammation or even cancer is still relatively easy to halt
and reverse.  More details below.  Next Scan Date:  Tues, October 27.

Fire It Up with FIRE CIDER

Not for the faint of tastebuds, this fiery drink is perfect to keep you warm and your immune system boosted during cold and flu season.  Fire Cider is a blend of all organic (and Non-GMO) ingredients: apple cider vinegar, oranges, lemons, onions, ginger, horseradish, habanero pepper, garlic and turmeric which steep together for 6 weeks before adding raw wildflower honey to create a balanced blend of sweet, tart, and spice.  

Nothing sluggish about it - use 1/2 to 1 Tablespoon to help wake you up in the morning instead of coffee.  Fire Cider stimulates bile juices to get your digestion going after a big meal.  It is non-alcoholic, but can be an excellent mixer.  Shake it up with olive oil for a zesty salad dressing.  It even cures boredom!  Dare your friends to try it this Halloween!

We are offering samples to intrepid folks who want to wake up their digestive and immune functions (and everyone else!).  The initial burn may be intense, but it doesn't linger long on the tongue, and your body will thank you the rest of the day.  Only $13.99 for an 8oz bottle (that's just under 88 cents per serving).  



WELLNESS CENTER

Gut Health and Immunity

Dr. Matthew Shelson, N.D.
Thu. October 8 
5:30 - 6:30pm 
FREE

Do you know someone who is suffering from chronic gut problems or a compromised immune system?  How your gut microbiome impacts your health is an emerging field, and there is much to learn!  Join Certified Naturopath Dr. Matthew Shelson as he discusses the WHY of issues like: acid refux, bloating, IBS, Crohns, leaky gut, and even yeast infections.  Find out how digestion affects and supports the immune system.  This talk is free and open to the public!  

Get Your Greens with Wheatgrass!
Corey Rush, Health Coach
Sat. October 17
11:00am-noon
FREE

Wheatgrass is a nutritional powerhouse - Learn how you can get your greens in at this free class which will cover:
Basics about the plant & historical use, nutritional benefits (enzymes, chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, anti-oxidants, etc.) and how to grow, consume, and store wheatgrass.


Attendees can try a free fresh sample of wheat grass juice AND save 10% on all wheatgrass sprouting seeds and accessories.  Contact Healthy Habitz to register!

ZUMBA!
Marsha Uffelman
Fridays in October
10:30-11:30a

Fitness and fun go together with low impact, Zumba dance-style workouts with Marsha Uffelman, a licensed instructor.  Tone up and look great for the holidays!  For adult women of all ages.  

The one hour 10:30am Friday classes are available starting in October for $10 ea or sign up for four classes for a 20% discount.  Senior discounts are also available for individual classes.  Call 989-652-0537 for details or stop in the store.  Class size is limited, so register today!

ADELPHA THERMOGRAPHY

Linda Allchin
Tuesday October 27
By Appointment

The time to be proactive about breast cancer prevention and your breast health is NOW! Earlier detection is now available and safe for everyone: every size, shape or density. Your life-saving, best choice is Thermography, which detects natural heat emission from the body by taking digital computerized pictures.  This data is analyzed through the premier Therma-Scan service and a report is sent to you and your doctor in about a week: NO touching, pain, compression, or radiation!  

Must have a current medical doctor M.D. or D.O. to schedule. Screenings take about half an hour and cost $165

October CALENDAR  View Online  
2 -  Zumba!
8 -  Dr. Shelson on Gut Health and Immunity
9 -  Zumba!
11 - 17  BULK WEEK
13 - 20% Tuesday Sale!
13 - Young Living Essential Oil Class - Reading Food Labels
16 - Zumba!
17 - Wheatgrass Class
20 - Young Living Essential Oil Class - What is Your pH?
22 - SPIN 2 WIN: NonGMO Donation Day
23 - Zumba!
27 - Adelpha Thermography

September eNews

TOPICS:  Healthy Aging, Cholesterol Awareness, PATH Diabetes and Kidney Health Workshops, Essential New Items

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HEALTHY AGING with JUSURU

September is National Healthy Aging month, so it's the perfect time to highlight this amazing new product that promotes longevity: Liquid BioCell by Jusuru.  This antioxidant-rich "joint juice" has 37 clinical studies to back up its remarkable effects:

• Improves joint mobility and lubrication
• Promotes healthy cartilage and connective tissue
• Reduces deep lines and wrinkles
• Decreases dryness
• Increases skin’s collagen content
• Improves skin’s micro-circulation, hydration, skin tone, and firmness
• Promotes healthy hair, nails, gums, eyes
• Helps neutralize the free radicals that cause cell damage, and begin the chain reaction toward cell repair and rejuvenation

Liquid BioCell is a multi-dimensional ingredient that offers a more complete approach to joint and skin health in a patented form that the body can actually absorb.  Independent laboratory analysis shows that its composition mirrors human joint cartilage, containing:  hydrolyzed type II collagen (60%), chondroitin sulfate (20%), hyaluronic acid (10%) and other proteoglycans. 

Collagen is the most abundant protein found in joint cartilage and the dermis of the skin. It provides the structural framework of your connective tissues to keep your skin firm and resilient and your joints active and fluid. Chondroitin sulfate (CS) is a naturally occurring element of joint cartilage that gives it amazing shock absorbing properties. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a molecule that helps provide hydration for your skin, lubrication for your joints, and is the gel-like substance that holds your cells together.  

 The natural state of collagen and HA is too large for the body to absorb, that's why it is usually injected into the specific region on the body.  Liquid BioCell is derived from humanely-treated chickens from the world’s most reputable and regulated farms.  It is non-GMO, antibiotic and hormone-free.  A patented manufacturing procedure processes the chicken sternal cartilage through filtration, purification, hydrolysis and sterilization to ensure consistent quality and safety. The patented process removes impurities and reduces the size of all its molecules, making them highly absorbable and fast-acting. This composition is unique to Liquid BioCell™ and cannot be found in any other collagen ingredients or blends. 

Liquid BioCell™ is combined with 13 potent, antioxidant-rich superfruits, and resveratrol, one of the most recognized and widely studied compounds due to its potential roles in promoting longevity.  Studies revealed a number of health promoting properties in resveratrol such as anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular benefits.

All together, it has been awarded 7 US and international patents, received multiple industry awards, and it’s been featured on NBC, Good Morning America, and Fox News.  

Make Jusuru's Liquid BioCell part of your anti-aging plan - start today!  Each 28 oz bottle is $49.99.  If you find that you LOVE it, learn how you can get your Jusuru products FREE.  

STUDY OPTION:  Do you have arthritis in your hands?  Talk to Suzan, our Wellness Center Director, about participating in the Joint Discomfort Study, an ongoing effort to study the effects of regular ionic hand baths along with supplementation with Liquid BioCell.  Since HH4L is a partial sponsor, the required ionic hand baths are free.  Participants are only required to purchase the Jusuru.  Participants have given us very positive feedback in just the few short months we've been running the study.

CHOLESTEROL AWARENESS

September is Cholesterol Awareness Month.  Having healthy cholesterol levels can increase longevity, and should be regularly monitored.  Want to know your cholesterol levels without making a trip to the doctor? Grab the CholesTrak Home Cholesterol Test for just $22.99.  It is a single-use test with complete instructions and a phone number for support should you have any questions.  

So, now you know what your LDL (bad) and HDL (good) cholesterol numbers are - does it mean you are at risk for heart disease?  You can see this NIH chart for the prescribed cholesterol ranges, and the standard medical advice on lowering it.  But before you buy that synthetic margarine, or go on statin drugs...keep reading. 

Dr. Mercola wrote a piece on the subject, calling into question the "common knowledge" about cholesterol.  After all, we NEED cholesterol - about 75% of the body's cholesterol is produced in the liver, used to make cellular membranes. (See this nifty infographic enlarged.)

Saturated fats have long been derided as a major factor in high cholesterol.  So, common "offenders" were food items like butter, red meats and other animal fats, eggs and dairy.  However, in one "Mr. Fit" study, when participants cut out such saturated-fatty foods, mortality (death) from all causes was higher!

As Mary Enig and Sally Fallon stated in The Truth About Saturated Fat:

"The few studies that indicate a correlation between fat reduction and a decrease in coronary heart disease mortality also document a concurrent increase in deaths from cancer, brain hemorrhage, suicide and violent death. After 10 years of lowering fat intake and not smoking, they found no significant difference in death from heart disease or total death compared to the control group of smokers, poor diet etc."

Consider this 1997 Inuit study which studied a native population in Greenland compared to other ethnic Inuit living in Denmark who ate a more "westernized" diet.  Those who ate the more traditional diet heavy on animal fats and fish actually had LOWER incidence of heart disease, with higher HDL cholesterol levels than the Danes.  It's a good argument for the value of fish oils or Omega-3 fatty acids in the heart-healthy diet.

So, What To Do?  

Despite this seeming contradiction, there are some basic things that we can agree on.  First and foremost, diet and exercise are the most effective means of optimizing cholesterol.  A well balanced diet rich in Omega 3 fats, or supplementation of quality fish oils and other heart-healthy oils like coconut and olive oils (and avoiding trans fats) will go a long way for heart health.  Be sure to look for Organic, grass fed beef and poultry, which has significantly more Omega-3s than the corn-fed counterparts.  

Dr. Mercola reminds us that because most cholesterol is produced by the liver "optimizing your insulin levels automatically optimizes cholesterol to reduce risk of both diabetes and heart disease."  So avoiding sugar and reducing carb intake is a solid recommendation.

Check out our Heart-Healthy selection of meat, poultry, eggs and fish in the refrigerator and freezer - many organic, grass-fed, and locally sourced choices.  For more nutritional support, go to the Supplement section where we have capsulated and liquid Omega-3 choices (Nordic Naturals, Barleans, New Chapter, and more!).  Plus Red Yeast Rice, Hawthorne, and Co-Q10 to name a few heart-healthy herbs and co-nutrients.

ESSENTIAL NEW ITEMS

FASHION SCENTS - Essential Oil Jewelry

Finally, a stylish way to wear essential oils.Many oils require dilution before putting on your skin, but with these necklaces and bracelets, you can just drop the oils directly on the bamboo fabric pad within, no carrier oil needed!  Each piece comes with five eco-friendly bamboo pads so you may switch up your scent depending on your needs.  Lavender to help calm, or Citrus to energize and uplift.  

A few select bracelets utilize naturally porous lava stone, smoothed into a bead for an alternative method of diffusion - the warmth of your skin will help activate the oils.  Prices range by style from about $16 to $34.  New designs are always coming in!


NECTAR ESSENCES - Breathe Me Cards

Often, we get questions about how to use essential oils, and which ones are safe to use for kids.  Thankfully, new "Breathe Me" cards by Nectar Essences have the info you need to make an informed choice.  On the back of each card there are suggestions on ways to use the oils. Plus, find three blends that are especially for kids:  Sleep, Decongest/Immunity, and Focus/Calm.  The latter being perfect for kids going back to school.  Aside from being effective aromatherapy, they actually smell good too (so there should be no complaints, right?)

It's easy for parents to feel overwhelmed with all the back to school activity, so oil blends like Calm/Relax, Super Immunity, or De-stress/Unwind can become your new favorites.  Find testers for all the blends to sniff before you buy.  Each blend is just $18.99.

WELLNESS CENTER

PATH to WELLNESS
PATH:  Personal Action Toward Health

FREE & OPEN to the PUBLIC

Registration Required

The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is sponsoring two 6-week workshops at Healthy Habitz 4 Life.  Known as PATH, the workshops were developed and tested by Stanford University to help people learn to better manage their long-term health conditions like arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, and depression.

Certified instructors will teach skills and simple exercises to participants, who may include family members, friends, or caregivers of those with chronic or ongoing health challenges.

The two 6-week workshops will be focusing on Diabetes and Kidney Disease in particular.

Diabetes:  Tuesdays, starting Sept. 8  - 3pm to 5:30pm 

Kidney Disease:  Wednesdays, starting Sept 16 - 2pm to 4:30pm

Please contact Healthy Habitz to register for FREE!  Ask for Suzan if you have further questions.

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Classes
Tuesdays  Two times a day! 10 am & 6 pm
Cost: $5*
*1st time visitors are FREE, Essential Rewards members under HH4L are FREE

Join us to learn about the many therapeutic and every day uses for Young Living Essential Oils. Here's the upcoming topics with Marie Koch:

Sep 1 - Intro to Oils
Sep 8 - Digestive Health
Sep 15 - Intro to Oils (repeat)
Sep 22 - Respiratory Health
Sep 29 - Make & Take 

ADELPHA THERMOGRAPHY
Mon. Sept. 21
Linda Alchin RN
Cost $165  Appointments take about 30 minutes.

Infrared Thermography has redefined early detection for Breast Cancer by providing the earliest and most sensitive means of screening. This simple procedure of taking digital computerized pictures with a specialized Thermography camera is safe, non toxic, highly accurate and an inexpensive form of diagnostic imaging used by progressive physicians in the US and Europe since 1952.  www.adelphatherm.com

Must have a current medical doctor, MD or DO to schedule. 
Appointments for Sept. are filling up - next dates:  Oct. 27th & Dec. 2

SEPT. CALENDAR  View Online

1 - YLEO Classes
8 - 20% Tuesday!  
8 - PATH Workshop Begins - Diabetes (PATH-D)
8 - YLEO Classes
15 - PATH-D & YLEO Classes
16 - PATH Workshop Begins - Kidney disease (PATH-K)
21 - ADELPHA THERMOGRAPHY
22 - PATH-D & YLEO Classes
23 - PATH-K
29 - PATH-D & YLEO Classes
30 - PATH-K