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Newsletter April 2007

Namaste yogis and yoginis Happy Easter to all! Whatever your faith, these occasions provide the opportunity to reflect on the mysteries of life, the cycle of renewal, life and death. To remember to appreciate how precious life is, in this moment; and to help us be mindful of what we have, and be grateful. Even if you don’t share eggs, or a belief in Jesus,  you can share with your loved ones how you feel about them, right now!!

INFO FOR YOUR HEALTH The World Health Organisation claims that the number one factor in developing cancer is not eating enough vegetables. The body needs fresh nutrients found in fresh vegetables. A high fat diet may lead to obesity and obesity is a risk factor for several cancers. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer effecting women. Diets high in vegetables, fruit and mono-unsaturated fat may reduce the risk, while alcohol, smoking and obesity increase the risk Prostate cancer is the third most common cause of death of men in Australia. Vegetables, soy in particular, may decrease the risk while dairy products, fatty meats and take-away foods may increase it. “The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.” Thomas Edison Although many of the foods we eat are not toxic, they may not contain the nutrients every body needs. A car needs oil, water, coolant, brake fluid and transmission fluid as well as petrol to run effectively. So too do our bodies need a variety of foods—fresh fruits, nuts, grains and vegetables—to stay healthy. Consider increasing your consumption of: leafy green veges, carrots, tomatoes, citrus fruits, cruciferous veges like broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts, bok choy and other Asian greens. More info? www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au to see what’s in season. (this info from the sustainable living diary 2007, www.TextPublishing.com.au it’s great!)

COMING UP         Saturday March 31 Kali time menstruation workshop 2-4., $20 inc book. For all yoginis!! Bookings essential Saturday March 31 Remember Earth Day 7.30-8.30 lights off! April 1 Palm Sunday Nuclear Free action 9.30-11 just south cnr GC Hwy and Palm Beach Ave A small gathering to show support for a Nuke Free Oz Easter Timetable Friday April 6: 4pm Medit Sat April 7: 8.15 L2 & 10.30 L1 as usual Sun April 8: 9.15 general Mon April 9: 10am & 6pm mixed level April 21st Backbends Workshop Details TBA

Suz’s Quick and Easy Healthy Fast Food tips: There are some fantastic products out there now. I often use them to make fast healthy meals when I’m home late, tired etc etc 1) Organic tinned chick peas to make a quick curry. Cut up some pumpkin and lightly cook in saucepan with a little olive oil and about a teaspn of a good curry mix. Drain & rinse chick peas and add, also add some water, and maybe some broccoli. Cook until soft (10 mins?? Just enough time for some organic basmati to cook in another pot) For extra flavour, add a little sea salt, or some organic coconut milk just before serving. If you didn't get round to rice, pour your fast curry onto some organic toast of choice. NB veges are a suggestion, use whatever you have in pantry 2) Mixed bean salad Take a can of organic mixed beans. Drain. Sprinkle a little sea salt, and a drizzle olive oil and mix. Ready to eat as is, or for variety, add chopped tomato, or chopped avocado, or for zest apple cider vinegar to taste, yum!!! Buy these & other great products at Wray Organics, O-Rev, Relish, Mrs Flannery’s and other good wholefood stores   We have some great new products for you to check out!!! Himalayan lamps: Suz & Kath swear by the great energy they bring to the room. Very earthy and grounding. Also said to have ionising properties $80 A new clothing range by Soulsong. Love the comfort, practicality and colours of this yoga wear (keep an eye out for Kaladanda clothing coming soon too!!) Selected CD’s on Sale to make way for some excellent new CD’s. “Subway Bhaktis” is a contemporary take on traditional chants, so you can have them playing round the home while you chill out!  Our old faves “Rest and Relax”, and the Somnologix yoga nidra CDs are coming back and soon we’ll have books back in for sale!!! Jo the wonderful Gopi chai creator has added Gopi Spices to the range, a must try!! Other items for natural living, check out the product shelves next time you're in!   Have a safe and happy Easter, ponder well, don’t eat too much chocolate; and if you do, remember to do Supta Virasana (kneeling with bottom between heels—10 mins so use blanket and massage knees after)