Often we wish there would be some way to relieve back pain but your partner does not know how to help. This class is designed to give you and your partner techniques to treat your back. Several points on the back affect the functions of the entire body. By working on the back you can improve many ailments from back pain to constipation.

Fermented foods have been used for thousands of years to bring good health to those that use them. If you have tasted the kombucha varieties from the co-op, perhaps you already know how beneficial it can be. This class offers tastes of many different variations of kombucha and instruction on how to make it. Class fee includes your own starter culture and a 1 liter bottle of Kombucha Divine.

Essential oils, the concentrated volatile natural chemicals of plants, have a long and rich history in plant medicine. Studies around the world support their use in the prevention and treatment of many conditions. Because of their potency, these precious substances are most safely, effectively and economically utilized through proper diffusion into the air in your environment. We are thrilled to present this class, taught by Australian William McGilvray, one of the world's top authorities on the production, chemistry and use of essential oils. Register today to insure your place and learn "the art of essential oil diffusion" for the benefit of your family and home.

Kathy Maxwell’s class will introduce you to the art of creating a healthy skin care practice. Kathy will separate beauty fact from fiction; eliminating the confusion about all the latest trends and beauty products that promise to keep you looking ten years younger.

As a health conscious woman learn about choosing nutritious food for your body; as well as nutritious products for your skin. In this class you will learn a natural beauty guide to healthier glowing skin.
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We all want to look and feel our best. What ever your age, now is the time to learn and practice taking optimal care of your skin.

$65/$60members; Age 65+ Special Price: $35/$30members
Six Saturdays, February 20 – March 27, 10:30 – 11:45 a.m.

Please Register by Phone: 952-473-0292

Now is the time to protect yourself from osteoporosis. No matter what your age, or how physically fit or challenged you are, better bone health can be yours when you practice Chair Yoga: The Sitting Mountain Series. Tone your bones with weight bearing poses and receive the following benefits: improved calcium absorption, more bone mass, increased flexibility and coordination, a healthier spine with better posture, and less stress for healthier hormonal and immune systems.

Join certified chair yoga instructor and Lakewinds Wellness Associate Mary Tellers for this special six week series of gentle chair yoga.

*For Senior Discount Please Register by Phone: 952-473-0292

Fixing the family feeding dynamic doesn't mean making smiley faces with fruit or introducing carrots 10 times before your child will eat them. it means creating a plan and changing behavior - your child's AND yours. Katja Rowell, MD, can help you end the battles waged in the name of nutrition, and help your child find confidence and joy in eating. learn the "how" of feeding your family within a context of trust, limits and common sense.

FRESH celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. Each has witnessed the rapid transformation of our agriculture into an industrial model, and confronted the consequences: food contamination, environmental pollution, depletion of natural resources, and morbid obesity. Forging healthier, sustainable alternatives, they offer a practical vision for a future of our food and our planet. Among several main characters, FRESH features urban farmer and activist, Will Allen, the recipient of MacArthur’s 2008 Genius Award; sustainable farmer and entrepreneur, Joel Salatin, made famous by Michael Pollan’s book, The Omnivore’s Dilemma; and supermarket owner, David Ball, challenging our Wal-Mart dominated economy. Total running time: 72 minutes Produced and Directed by: Ana Sofia Joanes

You are a successful home bread baker (or for other reasons), you find yourself with more bread than you know what to do with. Learn to make economical and convenient main dishes, side dishes, and desserts with your leftover bread. Many cultures have found ways to use leftover bread to make other dishes; come join the exploration of international cuisines for solutions to your problem of surplus bread. A world of interesting tastes awaits you.

Spring is a time for lighter eating to allow the body to naturally cleanse. There are many exciting ways to prepare these foods for those of you who are restricted in eating gluten, dairy or sugar. You will be taught how to prepare Curried asparagus vegetable soup with coconut milk, spicy chipotle bean wrap crunchy quinoa salad on mixed greens with honey orange dressing and blueberry crisp with orange almond cream. You will receive tasty samples of these foods and take home the recipes.

Native Australian plant essential oils have long been known and prized for their highly therapeutic properties. Learn how to benefit your family and home through diffusion of specific Australian essential oils. Even at very low concentrations, you can realize their effects and help to restore balance to the microbial population in your indoor environment. Taught by William R. McGilvray, who has been deeply involved in all facets of the Australian essential oil industry for over 25 years, from plantation development and management to distillation and marketing to more than 20 countries throughout the world. His company's ongoing research and development have introduced to the world essential oils such as Australian Blue Cypress, Rosalina and Nerolina. Register now and learn to use nature's gifts to balance and beautify the environment in your home!

What if we told you that you could make and serve healthy food that not only tasted and looked good but was also extremely good for you? What if it was also free of gluten, sugar & dairy ? Well guess what… that’s exactly what Chef Rebecca Irey of Pure Market Express is going to show you how to do! Your taste buds will be doing somersaults at the taste extravaganza you will experience and you will love the glowing comments you receive from anyone you make this for! Chef Rebecca will share the recipes and techniques to make all the yumminess for this class.

Come have fun while you explore the wonderful flavors and aromas of Indian vegetarian cooking. We will be making chole (chick peas in a savory gravy) and mattar paneer (peas and tofu in a yogurt curry). You will also learn to make rice, and raita (yogurt salad) as accompaniments. Discover how to make healthy low-fat, cholesterol free dishes using natural, organic, nutritionally rich ingredients. You may have eaten some of these popular dishes at local Indian restaurants, and now you can learn to make them in your kitchen.

Do you suffer from heartburn, gas, bloating, indigestion, constipation or diarrhea -- or do you have an autoimmune disorder, sugar or bread cravings or depression? These are all indications of digestive problems. You may be surprised that the cereal or bagel that you eat for breakfast causes heartburn all day and that big glass of milk gives you gas and diarrhea. Learn how the right foods and selected supplements can restore intestinal health. After this class you may not need those digestive products advertised on TV. This class qualifies for 2.4 continuing education credits for registered nurses. RNs are responsible for determining whether this course meets their needs.

Class qualifies for CU credit for RNs or other health fields.

The current American diet for many folks includes an abundance of breads, crackers, cereals, pastas, and desserts, often made with processed (lifeless) white flour. Perhaps, because of too much for too long, some health problems have been linked to gluten as the culprit or at least a contributor to certain symptoms of diseases, such as inflammation, poor absorption of nutrients, and excessive weight gain.
If you think you might benefit from making some changes in your diet, come join us for both a store tour to find the myriad of gluten free choices and a classroom lecture with tastings to learn more about these healthful options.

Robb Doser with Flower Essence Services (FES) introduces the benefits of using Flower Essences to support and groom emotional well-being. With a short introduction on what Flower Essences are, we will be walked through how to use the resources available to blend a personalized Flower Essence blend for each participant. Flower Essences can be used to support depression, anger, impatience or help to move through grieving or past-traumas. Dr. Bach's Rescue Remedy has become a household name. Learn how to use these remedies for our own personal needs and interests.

Come and learn about Fair Trade Shea Butter with the founder of Alaffia Sustainable Skincare: Olowo-n’djo Tchala. Alaffia builds community empowerment through the fair trade of indigenous, handcrafted Shea Butter and skincare products. In the words of Tchala: “Today, Africa is considered the poorest continent on Earth. Because I grew up in poverty in Africa, I feel morally responsible to dedicate my life to empowering our communities there. I have chosen to promote indigenous African natural resources that are culturally, spiritually, economically and ecologically sustainable. Talk Topics include: ? Alaffia’s Initiative for Gender Equality: Community Empowerment Through Indigenous Resources ? Alaffia Fair Trade Shea Butter Cooperative ? Community Projects ? Shea Butter – History & Skin Benefits Free Samples for Attendees. Seating is limited.

Stacy Klone presents “Japanese Pizza,” Okonomiyaki, the meal from Japan that tastes great, is economical, and is healthy too! Learn how to prepare Okonomiyaki step-by-step and its many variations so you can grill it as you like it. Then when we’re done preparing it, have a bite and savor the wonderful flavor of this Japanese treat with a traditional Japanese beverage.

This class helps moms create a nutritious diet that kids will eat. In the class we address the following topics: *What to leave in your diet and what to take out and why *Healthy snack alternatives *What and what not to buy organic *Getting kids to eat nutritious food *Supplementation *Affordability *Resources Come and join us for two nights of teaching and one fun filled night of cooking. You actually will walk away with new things to try with your family! The cooking class has an additional supply fee of $35 due at cooking class.

Did you know that the foods you eat play a major role in the health and appearance of your skin? Good nutrition is one of the keys to having beautiful skin. In this course, we will examine the effect food has on the health of your skin.

Discover:
Foods that damage your appearance
Foods that help prevent wrinkles and saggy skin
How to get rid of bags and dark circles under the eyes
The art of juicing
How to get radiant healthy looking skin by understanding
and changing to good nutrition habits
Food sensitivity and your skin
Be kind to your skin

Miso is a fermented bean product that provides a wide variety of enzymes and bacteria friendly to the digestive system, thus aiding in food absorption. It also contains proteins, vitamins and minerals, especially calcium. A wide variety of miso flavors like barley, red-rice, soybean, mellow- rice or chickpea miso can add enticing tastes to any dish. Come and learn to prepare the famous Miso soup and other dishes made with miso Gabriele will prepare in this class.

Join Melissa Farris as she talks about the broad uses of essential oils for your organic home health care; she will talk about the top 10 essential oils and essential oil blends for your home pharmacy, car or workplace. We are pleased to offer you the opportunity to listen to this expert as she explains how to use essential oils for natural deodorants, anti-aging treatments, first aid remedies for cuts, scrapes, insect bites, cold sores, acne and much, much more. Melissa Farris has been a Clinical Herbalist and Aromatherapist for 16 years and is the founder and owner of Veriditas Botanicals located in Bloomington, Minnesota

A simple relish, chutney or jam can make the difference between a plain-tasting and ordinary looking meal and a meal that dazzles the senses with exciting color, taste and texture. They also make inexpensive, homespun gifts. These products can be made at any time of year and have a million uses. Learn how simple and quick to make your own chutneys, relishes and jams; then use them to spice up a meat, soup, or side dish. Learn to use them in salads, sandwiches, sides or snacks; how to make or enhance a dessert with them and how to flavor pasta and rice dishes. I will demonstrate the canning process and then offer several of my favorite recipes and the many uses for them.

True Lavender is the panacea of aromatherapy. Because it is used for so many different ailments, it is considered to be a pocket – sized first aid kit. Lavender is reliable, safe, and great smelling. Melissa will present a slide show featuring the world famous rare organic lavender, grown in Provence France. She will also be sampling many different types of lavender grown in the lush ocean of purple flowers and bees. This is a real treat for the eyes and the nose! She will then demonstrate how to make your own lavender / chamomile tea, lavender honey, lavender lotion, lavender shampoo, lavender body scrub, lavender sachets, lavender pillows, lavender candles and lavender hydrosol spritzers. These are healthy to consume daily and make great gift ideas. This class includes a free 1ml – organic lavender angustifolia from Provence, France.

Just what we need after a long winter—a holistic skin care class focusing on beauty, anti–aging and feeling top form through the use of tonic herbs such as turmeric, nettle, burdock and dandelion root. We will begin this class by making and drinking a strong detoxification tea that works directly with cleansing the blood and the skin. We will talk about the long-term and short-term impacts of regular detoxification, diet and exercise, and the benefits of essential oils. Join us for beauty secrets and demonstrations for making your own teas, herbal masks and clays, dry brushing, herbal sea weed baths and much more.

Vegetarian Sushi making - be your own sushi chef Do you love to eat them, but you don’t know how to make them? This fun demonstration and hands-on cooking session, will teach you how to be your own sushi chef. You will be introduced to sushi making as brown rice nori rolls with vegetables, avocado, tofu and other fun ingredients. As extra bonus Gabriele will introduce the green vegetable roll, where no grain or seaweed is used.

We’ve all heard about eating seasonally and locally, but what does that mean according to Chinese Food Therapy? Come find out about the healing properties of foods. In this class, you'll learn about the healing properties inherent in foods, such as temperature, taste, and action. You'll gain a basic understanding of the Five Elements and how your body is tied to the seasons, both physically and emotionally. We’ll discuss what to eat based on the wisdom of the Five Elements, flavors, colors, and emotions as they relate to food.