and unpredictable mutations (Biotech- nology and Genetic Engineering Re- views). DNA in GM foods is altered by the genetic engineering process; it can be incorporated by gut bacteria and may alter their behavior and ecology in the digestive tract. Likewise, when digestive bacteria incorporate mate- rial from antibiotic-resistant genes, engineered into patented GM foods crops to identify them, it could have serious health implications, accord- ing to Jeffrey M. Smith in his book, Genetic Roulette, and Terje Traavik and Jack Heinemann, co-authors of Ge- netic Engineering and Omitted Health Research.
What Pet Owners Can Do Look for pet foods that are free of GM corn and soy, and/or organically certi- fied. Pet food manufacturers that use U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) certified organic ingredients—and especially those that don’t use corn, soy, canola, cotton byproducts (oil and cake) or sugar beet, which are more common- ly genetically engineered, or imported rice, which can have GM strains—can legitimately claim “No GMO Ingredi- ents” on their packaging. Information, plus tips on avoiding
hidden GMO ingredients are avail- able at
NonGMOShoppingGuide.com. Many websites also provide recipes for home-prepared diets for companion animals, including DogCatHome
PreparedDiet.com.
Let responsible pet food manufac-
turers know of consumers’ concerns and heed Hippocrates’ advice to let our food be our medicine and our medicine be our food. Enlightened citizen ac- tion is an integral part of the necessary revolution in natural agriculture aimed at promoting more ecologically sound, sustainable and humane farming prac- tices, a healthier environment and more healthful, wholesome and affordable food for us and our canine companions.
Michael Fox, author of Healing Animals & the Vision of One Health, is a veteri- narian with doctoral degrees in medi- cine and animal behavior. Find GMO- free pet food brands and learn more at
DrFoxVet.com.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 savethedate
Meet AMMA: Mata Amritanandamayi (Chicago)
Renowned Humanitarian and Spiritual Leader at her Chicago Ashram. Five free public programs:
July 3 • 11am-5pm July 4 • 10am & 7pm July 5 • 10am and
«Devi Bhava» - A Celebration of World Peace at 7pm.
Individual blessings, inspirational music, meditation, spiritual discourse, tasty
food. Tokens for individual blessings available 90 minutes before each program. MA Center Chicago, 41W501 Keslinger Rd, Elburn. For details:
Chicago.AMMA.org.
MONDAY, JULY 8
Reiki I Training – 9am-3pm. Reiki I train- ing focuses on self-healing-giving you tools to release stress, gain focus and opens your heart and mind to new energy. Cost: $125. Joyful Con- nections, 1401 Silver Lake Rd, New Brighton. 763-229-9988.
Joyful-Connections.com. Email:
Joyful-Connections@comcast.net.
TUESDAY, JULY 9
Comfort For Those Who Mourn – 6-7:30pm. In this series of six classes, through prayer, music, and sharing your story, we will explore the milestones of grieving and how to move forward in a life where a loved one is no longer physically present. Free- will offering. Meets every Tuesday until Aug 13. RSVP required. Info:
Seeking@WomanWell.org. WomanWell, 1784 Lacrosse Ave, St. Paul. 651-739- 7953.
WomanWell.org
Open House Gathering for Spring Forest Qigong Meditation Practice Group and Reiki Healers Prac- tice Group – 7pm. Learn more about Qigong & Reiki subtle energies and how they can benefit you. Reiki master and SFQ teacher and healer, Theresa May will be talking about these two healing practices that can increase vitality and speed up healing. Free. Heaven on Earth Healing, 1605 Arundel St, Unit A, St. Paul. Seating is limited, please call to reserve: 612-345-1537.
HeavenOnEarthHealing.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
Green Drinks Meet-up – 5:30-7:30pm. This Twin Cities Monthly Green Networking event offers good drinks, good conversation and a chance to network with other environmentally minded people. Green-
Drinks.org/MN/Minneapolis-St.Paul. RSVP Amy: 763-229-9988 or Jackie: 763-270-8604. Golden’s Deli, 275 E 4 St, St. Paul.
GoldensDeli.us.
100+ Years of Cold-Hardy Apples & Grapes - 6:30-8pm. Peter Moe, Director of Opera- tions and Research at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, will talk about 100-plus years of cold-hardy apples (Honeycrisp, too!) and grape breeding. Cash bar and appetizers available for purchase. Cost $10. School II Bistro & Wine Bar, 600 Market St, Ste 170, Chanhassen.
Arboretum.umn.edu/CafeScientifique.aspx.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
Kitchen Table Mystics – 10-11am. Join together in a circle of women seeking a deeper sense of SPIRIT in our everyday lives, gathering around the kitchen table to talk about the extraordinary in the ordinary of our everyday lives. $5. RSVP,
Seeking@WomanWell.org. WomanWell, 1784 LaCrosse Ave, St. Paul.
WomanWell.org.
Cardiovascular Health and the Cholesterol Myth - 5:30-6:30pm. Dr. James Jessen, DC, presents infor- mation on helping to plan strategies to help improve cardiovascular function. Free, but they ask for food donations for the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf. New Brighton Community Center, Room 220, 400-10 St NW, New Brighton. Call to register 651-638-2130.
FRIDAY, JULY 12 savethedate
Choosing One’s Archetype
“Why do I keep doing that?” can be answered in this mini-retreat to learn which archetypes influence our lives and how we can choose our archetypes instead of being controlled by them.
July 12 • 7am-9pm July 13 • 9am-4pm
Cost: $85 (includes lunch)
RSVP.
Seeking@WomanWell.org;
WomanWell, 1784 Lacrosse Ave, St. Paul.
WomanWell.org.
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