Thursday, March 31, 2016

April Fresh News

ALL NEW IN APRIL: EXPO WEST FINDS


Earlier in March, Healthy Habitz 4 Life buyers and owners made the trip to the West Coast to find the latest and greatest in the natural products industry.  With the goal of finding the products our customer have been asking for, and finding them at reasonable prices, the HH4L crew returned full of ideas for the year ahead.  Here is just a sampling of some of the unique products found at Expo that have hit our shelves.  More new items will be coming later in the month and into the summer, so we'll keep you posted!



DIFFUSING WAS NEVER EASIER

Make every room (and even your car) feel more like the spa with SPA ROOM Diffusers. Affordably priced and compact, we are happy to have a wider selection of essential oil diffusers to fit every budget.  

Choose the right type for your space.  Travel size fan diffusers come in rainbow (white with color changing light) or a silvery gray color, each comes with a USB plug and reusable/replaceable microfiber absorbing pads.  Replacement 6pk of pads is only $2.99.  They also may be powered by battery or AC adaptor (not included).  

These travel sizes do not rely on heat, but on a fan to disperse scent to a roughly 50 square foot area, only $14.99.  The standard Ultrasonic Misting Diffuser runs for 4 hours, or whenever the water runs out, and is only $19.99.  The deluxe version comes with a remote control for only $39.99!


THE BUZZ in LIP CARE

Portland Bee Balm Lip Balms - Give Bees A Chance!  Since we are all about supporting bees and their keepers, we love this mom & pop company!  Simple, straightforward, quality ingredients make up their lip balms: Pacific NW beeswax, organic cold pressed extra virgin coconut oil, organic California extra virgin olive oil, available with or without Oregon peppermint essential oil too.

Sustainably packaged with birchwood label and soy based ink, their labels reduce the use of fossil fuels.  Since paper production uses a lot of energy, with harsh chemical discharge, they chose labels made of non-pulped wood, which uses fewer chemicals and less energy in their manufacturing.  The label was designed by Portland artists, printed and cut by a Portland company in a continuous effort to support other small and local business.  Only $2.99 each.



Dr. Lip Bang's Lip Freak "Buzzing" Balm - Having discovered this company last year, we have had time to let the idea of this novel lip balm buzz around in our brains, and decided YES, now is the time.  Not for the faint of lips, this natural balm uses essential oil blends to create an electrifying, buzzing sensation on your lips that may or may not freak you out.  If you want to show some love (or take revenge?) on your sweetheart, plant a smooch firmly on his or her lips and watch what happens.  For a most unique sensation, give Lip Freak a try for only $5.99 - we will have some to sample with a swab.  You have been warned.




OHANA ORGANICS Shea Butter Creams


Shea nut butter comes from the stone of a fruit that grows wild throughout the shea belt of Africa. The stones are boiled to extract their soft butter. Africans have used this healing butter for thousands of years.  It's not just shea butter that makes Ohana special, it is the blend of organic olive oil, infused with organic lavender and roses and lavender, vitamin E and essential oils that make this cream useful for:

Sunscreen (SPF 6) Rich in Vitamin F
Soothes after shaving
Dry skin (face, body, hands,feet and hair)
Muscle relaxation and stiffness due to stress
Dark spots, blemishes and skin discoloration
Scars and wrinkles
Burns from sun, wind, sand and heat
Bath addition
Diaper rash..and more!

This blend has been tried and true for even the most sensitive skin, especially babies!  Choose from 4 scents for $4.99 each.

MORE WATER MADE EASIER

Of course we advocate using glass bottles whenever possible, but it is not always the most convenient way to carry gallons of water.  As a second-best option, we now offer BPA-free plastic jugs by New Wave Enviro in a 3 gallon ($15.99) and 5 gallon size ($18.99).  Now you can make fewer trips back and forth to the car when filling your alkaline water, and have much better luck if a the jug happens to fall to the ground.  Conveniently located next to our Ultra-Purified Alkaline Water station.  Proudly made in the USA.  




YOUNG LIVING SALE!  April 10th - 16th

Have you always wanted to try Young Living's therapeutic essential oils, but didn't want to pay the premium price?  Now you can get a deal on all in-stock Young Living merchandise during the second week of April!   Get 20% OFF ALL YOUNG LIVING ITEMS*.  That includes the always popular Thieves cleaners, toothpastes, mints, lozenges, the tasty NingXia Red super-juice, and of course the whole line of essential oils - even kits!  Don't miss this rare savings event only at Healthy Habitz 4 Life!

*In stock merchandise only - No rain checks or special orders.  Cannot be combined with other offers or sale prices.

April is IBS Awareness Month

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a "functional" disease that has no clear cause, but one that affects over 30 million people in the US alone, and 9-23% of people worldwide.
Chronic, recurrent abdominal pain and problems with constipation and/or diarrhea are the common symptoms.  It is similar to IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) which is sort of an umbrella term for inflammatory diseases like Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis, and Celiac.  The difference being these IBDs have auto-immune factors that cause the inflammation.  Regardless, many people who have experienced these painful abdominal symptoms have switched to a Gluten Free diet or a low FODMAP diet to find relief.  

These two diets are related, but distinct.  FODMAP (stands for fermentable oligo-di-monosaccharides and polyols) is an elimination diet based on the idea that fermentable carbohydrates aggravate the symptoms of IBS.  Some examples of FODMAPs include:
  • Fructose (honey, fruit, high fructose corn syrup)
  • Lactose (dairy products)
  • Frutcans (wheat, onion and garlic)
  • Galactans (beans, lentils, legumes, soy)
  • Polyols (sweeteners containing sorbitol, mannitol, xylitols, maltitol and stone fruits like avocado, apricots, cherries, peaches, plums, etc.)
For a more complete list, find high FODMAP and low FODMAP food lists here.  Note that although a food item may be low FODMAP doesn't mean we recommend it for a healthy diet (i.e. artificial sweetener aspartame, etc.)  Equally, many high FODMAP foods are still nutritious and healthful to those who do not have GI (gastro-intestinal) problems.  

Gluten is a protein that gives bread its elasticity, and is found in wheat, rye, spelt, triticale, barley, triticale and wheat derivatives.  A complete list of gluten-containing foods can be found here.  According to the FDA, something may contain less than 20 parts per million of gluten and still be labeled "gluten free".


For those who are shopping for Gluten Free, look down aisle 4 for the majority of the products.  We also have chips and chocolate which are nearly all made without gluten ingredients.  For your convenience, look for this symbol on the shelftag to denote Gluten Free. 

Look for FODMAP food guides available for the month of April to help clarify which foods are high and low on the spectrum.  Usually, gluten free is low FODMAP, but sometimes low FODMAP is not gluten free. For example, sourdough spelt bread and sprouted Ezekiel breads are low FODMAP choices that are NOT gluten free.

For more information and support for FODMAP diets, here is another good resource.

WELLNESS CENTER

HEAVY METAL DETOX Class
Suzan Moody
Wed. April 13
5:30 - 6:30pm
FREE EVENT

Have you ever wondered if you have been exposed to heavy metals?  Whether it be from drinking water from old pipes, or being near an industrial or post-industrial environment, you should come to this free class!  Resident detox expert, Suzan will be leading a session on the best ways to rid your body of heavy metals as well as the importance of balancing pH.

Topics to be covered:
- Heavy Metal Detox/Oral Chelation
- Understanding pH and Alkalinity

Email info@healthyhabitz4life.com or call 989-652-0537 to sign up!


ALL ABOUT pH
Rona Alexander
Thurs. April 21
6:00 - 7:00pm
FREE EVENT

When talking about pH in the body, what does that mean?  Our blood pH has to stay in a specific range for us to live.  Our stomach has to be highly acidic in order to properly digest our food.  Why is it certain foods which themselves are acidic - like apple cider vinegar and lemon juice - are known as "alkaline-forming"?  What can be done to achieve an acid-base balance in our bodies, and why is it important?  

Join Rona Alexander as she talks about the benefits of alkaline water, foods that are alkalizing, foods to avoid to maintain balance, and recipes to make at home.

Email info@healthyhabitz4life.com or call 989-652-0537 to sign up!


YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS CLASSES
with Marie Koch
Tuesdays    6:00 - 7:00pm

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!

*First time visitors and YL Distributors under HH4L attend FREE

Bring a Friend for a free gift for a limited time!

APRIL Topics
5    Make & Take (summer relief oils)
12  Power of Thieves
19  Reading Food Labels
26  Intro to Oils


ADELPHA THERMOGRAPHY
Linda Alchin RN
*April Date changed to
Wed.   May 11   By appointment -  Sign up Today!

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.  adelphatherm.com

Must have a current medical doctor, MD or DO.  To schedule Call LINDA  at 248-797-1191
 Cost $165  Appointments take about 30 minutes.

Next Adelpha visit:  Mon. June 20.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

VASSAR PUBLIC LIBRARY
SENIOR GATHERING
Thurs. April 14 
1:00 - 3:00pm

Come to visit with our own Suzan Moody as she talks about some of HH4L's favorite products that can benefit joint health, target inflammation, and support longevity.  Find out how Healthy Habitz is trying to make healthy living more affordable and accessible to our senior citizen customers!  

APRIL CALENDAR
5         Young Living Essential Oils (YLEO) Class: Make & Take (summer relief oils)
10-16  Young Living SALE
12       20% OFF TUESDAY SALE
12       YLEO Class:  Power of Thieves
13       Heavy Metal Detox Class
14       Vassar Public Library Senior Gathering
19       YLEO Class:  Reading Food Labels
21       All About pH Class
26       YLEO Class:  Intro to Oils

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

March eNews


MARCH MICHIGAN MADNESS


Celebrating all things Michigan-made in this annual sales event, save 10% on all products with the Michigan tags all month long! Supporting local suppliers helps our Michigan economy by keeping money and jobs in this area.  As a retailer, it is gratifying to be face to face with the individuals who take great pride in their products. So do your part to keep Michigan's economy going, and shop local!

Highlighting the latest additions to our list of local vendors:



Great Lakes Gelatin Co. - Gelatin and Collagen products from grass-fed cows.  
Green Healing Wheatgrass - organic & fresh-grown sweet wheatgrass
Westwind Milling Co. - Flours and baking mixes milled in historic Argentine, MI.

You can find a complete list of Michigan vendors at our Go Local! webpage.

GO GREENS!  

Every March, we look forward to seeing the first spring green in the landscape as it starts to warm up.  Why wait when you can enjoy some greens right now!  Green Healing Wheatgrass is now available in half-pound packages for just $9.99.  Juicing wheatgrass captures that freshness and provides more vitamins than your average multi, with the added benefits of chlorophyll.

Chlorophyll is the lifeblood of green plants. In fact, it's molecule is nearly identical to hemoglobin in humans, except with a magnesium atom at the center rather than iron. So chlorophyll promotes natural blood-cleansing and circulatory functions. It encourages balanced pH levels, and it helps neutralize body odors, acting like an "internal deoderant".

This St. Patrick's Day, skip the artificially colored green beer and artificially-flavored gum-based beverages for a more healthful option.  Find a recipe for a better for you Minty Sham-rockin Shake on our Pinterest page that uses Nature's Sunshine Liquid Chlorophyll to provide the green color and a spearmint flavor.  


BEYOND PURIFIED WATER

The Flint water debacle underscores how fundamental water is to us,  so why not get best drinking water available?  Take a look at our new multi-step filtration and alkalizing water system on your next visit. You can see all the equipment needed to take chlorinated, fluoridated city water and turn it into pure water, free from harmful chemicals while retaining trace minerals and a superior taste.

The sets of filters virtually eliminates (99.99%) contaminants including arsenic, chlorine,fluoride, lead, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pesticide and herbicide residues, and more.  

Water then moves through two chambers where UV light kills off bacteria and viruses.  At this point, you can either fill this ultra-clean water from the tap, or wait for another set of cartridges to alkalize and add the good trace minerals back into the water.  The result is a water that is more "hydrating" as the negatively charged ions are able to get into cells more easily, attracts free radicals for an antioxidant effect (high negative Oxidation-Reduction Potential or ORP value), and provides essential minerals.  

Faster Fill Ups.  No Waste Water.  Traditionally, you had to choose between better filtration or faster fill up time, so it could take a minute or two to fill a gallon, and there was significant acid water waste.  Now, because we have 2 filling stations, each filling up to 4 times faster than before, with no waste water.  With just the turn of a faucet, customers may fill their own bottles, after checking in at the register.  

Even with the improved water features, we are keeping the price of refills the same low price of $2 per gallon. However, the price of new glass gallon jars is now raised to $6.99.

Our machine was custom-built for our space, but you can have your own scaled-down system installed under your sink.  If you provide a name and phone number, we will have a GreenTech Consultant reach out to you to provide a custom quote.  


HELLO DANDELION!



Since March is National Kidney Month, we are highlighting this potassium-rich, fairly notorious plant.  Yes, we are talking about that weed that grows in your yard.  Before you are tempted to wipe them out, consider that dandelion leaves, flowers, and roots are all edible and were brought to the Americas by early colonial setters for food and medical purposes.  Here are three good reasons to add dandelion to your diet.

1.  More Nutritious than some Vegetables 
They have more vitamin A than spinach, more vitamin C than tomatoes and are a treasure trove of vitamin K (bone strengthening), B6, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, magnesium, iron, calcium and potassium.   Read more about their nutritional benefits here and here.


2.  Detoxifies the Body 
Dandelions helps the liver flush the body of toxins. Many people believe that you can drink dandelion root tea to relieve constipation, soothe an upset stomach and shed water weight. It’s delightful to see that even Dr. Oz is talking about dandelion tea as part of his 48 hour cleanse to help cleanse the Liver, the Colon and the Kidneys.

Let's take a closer look at what these organs do.

Liver: your first line of defense against toxins building up in the body. Your liver acts like a filter preventing toxins from passing into your blood stream.

Colon: when seeded with the healthy probiotic bacteria, this organ works to flush out chemicals before they can harm the body.

Kidneys: your body’s filter to keep your blood clean and sends toxins out of the body with urine.  90% of all our daily detox we flush down the toilet.

3.  Aids Immune System
In double blind studies, researcher have tested the protective effect of dandelion extract with hepatic and gallbladder disorders. They also report that dandelion extracts and essential oils assists the immune system to fight off microbes (staphylococci) and fungi.


Although slightly bitter, harvesting the young tender leaves will be a less bitter addition to your salads. Cooking them reduces the bitterness too.  Dandelion is considered safe in food, teas and as a medicinal herb. Avoid dandelion if you have an allergy to ragweed, chrysanthemum, marigold, chamomile, yarrow, or daisy. Anyone pregnant, nursing, or taking prescription drugs should talk to a health care professional before adding something new to their diet. 



THINK SPRING

Organic seeds are back in stock, so get your garden planning on!  Lake Valley Organics offers 120 varieties of herbs, vegetables, and fruits - a great every day value at just $2.49 or less per packet!  

If you can't wait to get a taste of spring - try sprouting today. We still have over 15 blends of organic sprouting seeds, beans, and lentils by Botanical Interests





EASTER CELEBRATION -
 Egg Coloring Naturally

COMING SOON!  ColorKitchen's vibrant dyes color eggs within seconds, making a rainbow of color combinations for just $10.19.

Easter egg dyes made from herbs and plants like cabbage, radish, and annatto.

The kit has enough color for 1-2 dozen eggs, plus 3 mixing brushes. Egg decorating booklet included, and the box serves as the egg tray for convenience!

COLORS: yellow/orange, purple, blue

INGREDIENTS: cabbage, radish, and annatto extracts, non-gmo maltodextrin

We also have red beet powder available in bulk for a reddish-pink hue.  

In Store DEMO:  Jusuru/BioCell Collagen
Tues. March 15
5:30 - 7:00 pm
with James Fisher and Ron Verhaeghe

Have arthritis and joint pain? Here is your chance to try this 2015 Nutraceutical Award-winning "joint juice", BioCell!  It's a tasty blend of antioxidant fruits and a special, small-particle collagen which is small enough to actually be utilized by the body to assist with joint tissue repair and regrowth.  

As an added benefit, collagen is great for the skin, and they have made tasty chews that are convenient to take along.

Free Samples of BioCell Juice, Life Chews, and Stromaderm Face Serum will be provided. 


WELLNESS CENTER

ANTIOXIDANT DIET 
Corey & Jamie Rush
Thur. Mar 31st    5:30 - 6:30pm
FREE


Join husband and wife health duo to discuss the healthy benefits of including anti oxidant rich foods in our diets.  You've probably heard of free radicals, but what exactly is it?  In this class, we will define free radical and oxidative stress, types and sources antioxidants contained in food, supplements, and essential oils, and educate a little about cellular biology and the diseases that are associated with free radical damage and oxidative stress.
Jamie is a certified Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN). Corey is a wholesale wheatgrass grower and holistic health advocate of both people and earth.


YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OIL CLASSES
with Marie Koch  Tuesdays 6-7pm
$5 or FREE*

Bring a friend! First time visitors are free, and Marie is offering a FREE GIFT when you bring someone new, for a limited time!


March
8    Food Recipes using Essential Oils
15  Animal & Pet care
22  NingXia Red Super Juice
29  Oral Care Naturally



HEAVY METAL DETOX
with Suzan Moody
Wed. April 13th
5:30 - 7:30pm
FREE

Have you ever wondered if you have been exposed to heavy metals?  Whether it be from drinking water from old pipes, or being near an industrial or post-industrial environment, you should come to this free class!  Resident detox expert, Suzan will be leading a session on the best ways to rid your body of heavy metals as well as the importance of balancing pH.

Topics to be covered:
- Heavy Metal Detox/Oral Chelation
- Understanding pH and Alkalinity

Email info@healthyhabitz4life.com or call 989-652-0537 to sign up!

MARCH CALENDAR
8    20% Off TUESDAY
8    YLEO Class: Food Recipes
15  Jusuru/BioCell Collagen Demo
15  YLEO Class:  Animal & Pet Care 
17  St. Patrick's Day
22  YLEO Class: NingXia Red 
27  Easter Sunday - we are OPEN 11-5
29  YLEO Class: Oral Care
31  Antioxidant Diet Explained

April 
6   Heavy Metal Detox Explained