June/July/Aug. 06

Did you know…?

Enzymes are a good part of certain cancer treatments
Enzymes can help remove toxins from the blood
Enzymes also help to keep the colon clean
Bloating and gas is a sign of enzyme deficiency
Back problems are often the result of years of enzyme deficiency

Herb of the Month

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is a nutritional storehouse, naturally containing several vitamins plus 18 amino acids, in addition to many other dietary factors. It soothes the skin and the tissues lining the digestive tract. It contains many biologically active compounds that support the digestion and absorption of food and nourish the intestinal system.

Many companies manufacture Aloe Vera, but most products on the market have lost much of the plants original benefits due to over-processing. Beware of Aloe Vera that claims to have no disagreeable taste. Removing the taste can leave you with a product that is only 10-15 percent Aloe Vera at best.

SHIATSU Massage
Is back!!

Leeann Irwin CMT
Please call 410-729-4321 for appointment!
Summer is here! Don’t forget to drink lots of water and use your sun block! Headaches can be a sign of dehydration.

Enzymes

Enzymes are proteins produced by all living organisms and, like all proteins, they consist of amino acids. What makes these proteins different from other proteins is how they behave in the body. By definition, enzymes are catalysts that make many essential biochemical reactions “happen” and are not used up or chemically altered in the process. As a catalyst, they help a chemical reaction take place quickly and efficiently. Some reactions would either happen very slowly or not occur at all without enzymes. So a little bit of enzyme can effect a big change.

Enzymes are chemicals that facilitate other chemical reactions. Food itself is essentially just a mixture of chemicals that are broken down by enzymes. The released nutrients are the raw materials. Vitamins and other nutrients cannot work in the body by themselves. They require enzymes to transport them throughout the body and make use for them. Enzymes unlock the benefits of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and hormones and put them to work in the body. Enzymes are the workers and assist many biological, chemical and metabolic reactions, but are not “alive” themselves.

Product of the Month:
Elite-Zyme Pro

Elite-Zyme Pro represents the most potent, high activity, plant based digestive enzyme product. With protease, amylase, cellulase and six other enzymes it has a higher activity level then other enzyme products on the market.

Plant based enzymes can also replace metabolic enzymes if they are not needed for digestion. When taken on an empty stomach, these enzymes are powerful detoxifiers.

Upcoming Classes

YOGA : A gentle to challenging exercise to build strength and flexibility and to create balance and peace.
Mondays: 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm - Yoga/Meditation
Tuesdays: 6:00 am - 7:15 am - Intermediate
Thursdays: 6-7:15pm Intermediate

Svaroopa Yoga:
Mon. 7:30-9:pm
Thursdays: 7:45-9:15pm
Wed. 6pm-7pm

Pilates : Pilates exercise works the whole body in balance, coordinating the upper and lower musculature with the body's center. This dramatically improves strength, flexibility, posture, and coordination.
Mondays: 7:30-8:45pm
Wednesdays: 5:30pm - 6:45 pm
Fee: $120 for a 12-week session
Svaroopa 11/wk. $110

BELLY DANCING: A choreography-based class that teaches Middle Eastern culture and music while learning to dance.
Tuesdays: 5-6pm Beginner
              6-7pm Adv. Beg
                7-8pm Inter. 1
                8-9pm Inter. Adv.
               9-10pm Beginner
Each 6 wk Session: $75.00

Recipe of the month
Golden Flax Seed Oil Mayonnaise!

1 egg yolk
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup flax seed oil
1/4 tsp. Dry mustard
1tsp. Lemon juice
salt/pepper to taste

Whip egg yolk in blender at medium speed, for 30 seconds. Add olive oil, then flax oil in a slow steady stream. Add lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper to taste. Yields 1 cup (dairy free/sugar free)

We would like to remind you about our Detoxifying FootBaths and our Ear Candling services!

Please call 410-729-4321 for an appointment with Trish.

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