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A Balanced Perspective Weekly 
on Health and Wellness
March 7, 2006

1. 6 Steps To Improve Your Health:
     Physically, Emotionally, Spiritually
2. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - March 30
3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Genital Herpes
4. Cooking Classes
5. Improve Your Relationship with Food and Your Body
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1. 6 Steps To Improve Your Health:
         Physically, Emotionally, Spiritually

I. Eat More Veggies
        A. Steam a variety of veggies until soft,
                and puree in a blender for soup
        B. Add them to your sandwiches
        C. Add them to pizza

II. Be Active Everyday (a.k.a. exercise)
        A. Find fun things to do that make you smile, exercise
                does not have to take place in a gym.  Do 
                something different everyday if you want to
        B. Go hiking, swimming, rollerblading, explore a new
                area of Central Park
        C. Go bowling, to the batting cages, shoot some
                baskets

III. Avoid Hydrogenated Oils (ex. partially-hydrogenated
            soybean oil)
        A. They are in most packaged and baked goods.  Look
                out for them.
        B. Here's why:
                http://english.epochtimes.com/news/5-3-15/27047.html

IV. Sleep On It
        A. Give Yourself The Space To Make A Right Decision
        B. Don't Rush, Sometimes Our Perspective Is Clearest
                In The Morning

V. Spend Time With People Who Love You
        A. Move Away From Those People Who Hurt You
                Emotionally
        B. List Those People Who Make You Feel Great About
                Who You Are Make An Effort To Be Near Them
                More Often

VI. Look For Truth
        A. With Yourself
        B. In Your Relationships
        C. Spiritually
        D. See My Favorite Quote By C.S. Lewis:
                http://www.myheartdances.com/aboutus/contact.htm


E-mail me and tell me which of these things struck you most for
your life today.

Love,

Melissa

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2. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - March 30

Summer is on its way!  Get prepared!!

This is not your typical Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop.  We
are going to discuss REAL, PRACTICAL, BALANCED ways to
approach your relationship with food.

We will not only discuss HEALTHY EATING
but also WHY WE DON'T STICK TO IT
and then WHAT YOU CAN DO TO STICK TO IT

You will leave with inspiration, motivation and A PLAN.

$15
Thursday, March 30th
7pm - 9pm

The Perfect Workshop To Prepare For Summer

You won't be disappointed!!

Pre-registration highly recommended: 917-689-6530
melissa@myheartdances.com

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"I thought by going to Melissa I would get a few dieting tips, some
new recipes to try at home, maybe lose 2 or 3 pounds, and walk
away feeling pretty good about myself.  What I received from my
sessions with Melissa was so much more!  Melissa went to the root
of my "troubles" and concerns, she lead me to a place where I could
let go, forgive, and be more proactive about my dreams.  Since
Melissa, I have been dancing and performing more than ever and 
feeling much more positive about my life and career.  I sought out
Melissa to lose five pounds yet, in the end, I wound up gaining so
much more than anticipated.  I have filled my life with so much
meaningful matter that craving healthy foods has come naturally and
I desire them in order to support my lifestyle.  My achieved weight
loss ended up being just an added bonus."  -CB, Dancer, NYC

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3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Where To Shop

Looking for a health food store in your neighborhood?

http://www.myheartdances.com/resources/shop.htm

This link will take you to health food stores listed by neighborhood
in Manhattan.

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4. Cooking Classes 
(located on the Upper West Side)

Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company

"I truly enjoyed the cooking class. It was more than I expected.
I met some really interesting people, and Melissa was a great
instructor, patient and very informative. Not to mention the dish
we made (salmon burgers, quinoa,and our very own salad dressing)
were all so easy to make and very tasty and satisfying. I look
forward to taking another class soon" - Valerie-Saun Alerte 

Thurs., March 9 (1 spot open)
Salmon Burgers
Spring-Out Quinoa
Sunset Salad
Parsley-Ginger Dressing (You will actually make your own!)

Tues., March 21 
Garlic Braised Tempeh 
Hummus w/Tortilla Chips
Mesclun Green Salad
Carrot-Ginger Dressing

Tues., April 4 (This class is $45)
Creamy Salmon Soup with Mustard Greens
Baked Rosemary w/ Caraway Sweet Potato
Dandelion Stir-Fry
Lemon Jasmine Rice
Blueberry Cream

Tues., April 11
Soba Noodles w/ Sesame
Sweet Vegetables
Sautéed Mustard Greens
Brown Rice Crispy Treats (w/ Peanut Butter)

Pre-Register Today – Only $40 per class
All classes are held on the Upper West Side

Class is from 6:30 until 8:30p.m.
And includes all of the following

*Hands-on instruction
*Meet new people
*Learn cool facts and tips about the food you’re eating
*Get healthy tips
*Receive a copy of the recipe to take home
*Enjoy a DELICIOUS meal at the end of class!
 Made by The Fabulous You!

Please contact Melissa at Melissa@myheartdances.com for
more details and to register or call 917-689-6530

**Classes are fun, relaxed, and not intimidating!  They are
great for beginners!

**Private classes are also available, more details at:
http://www.myheartdances.com/services/cook_class.htm

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5. Treat Yourself Well... Make Better Food Choices and
Stop Hating Your Body.

Working with women to improve their relationship
with food and their body!