November 2020, 114th edition
The Monthly Jewel
 "Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. 
Today I am wise, so I am changing myself."
- Rumi
What Should I Eat?
Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, M.D.
What should I eat is a question asked daily by many of us. Understanding how your body works helps you to make informed choices of how to feed it. Read on to gain greater understanding and develop better strategies for deciding what you should eat.Read more here
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Soy has been viewed with controversy in the US for years.  The truth is, scientific evidence has shown  soy to be beneficialand protective as a plant protein source for decades.  Asian countries that consume soy as a normal part of their diet, have less incidence of hormonal cancers (such as breast and prostate) than countries that don't. 

However, there is a caveat.  Organic soy, as a food, is metabolized differently than soy that is processed into protein powders or supplements.   Additionally, soy that is not organic may actually increase the risk of hormonal cancers.  

When I suggest for my patients to try organic tofu, as a form of plant protein, many say they don't know how to cook it so it tastes good. There are some simple ways to prepare tofu to fix that problem! Here, I offer you a basic recipe for how to make tofu that you can eat as a snack by itself, or add to stir-fries, soups or, salad topper.  

Give the gift of knowledge. 
Dr. Kumar's webinars can now be sent as gifts! 
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Join us for the next live webinar
Friday, November 13th at 10am


Stress is on the rise in our world.  Acute stressors and  unexpected events set off our stress response.  When we feel a loss of control or are faced with the unknown, feel helpless, powerless or unsafe, our stress response is triggered.  If this state is prolonged, its effect on our bodies can put us at risk for many of the common diseases in our society.
In this Webinar, Dr. Kumar will present what happens in the body when the stress response is activated and she will be joined by her practitioners at The Ommani Center to offer tools and techniques to reduce and mitigate stress.  

Remember, if you can't join us for the livestream you can purchase the webinar to watch at you convenience. Click HERE to register.
 
Pandemic Blues and Personal Needs 
Eric Ehrke, LCSW, LMFT

Pandemic isolation is causing addictions to rise. How do we overcome the unique challenges  the pandemic has brought and meet our needs in a healthy way? Eric addresses self-care and provides recommendations designed to help you meet your needs while treating others with the utmost respect and love. Read more here
 
TCM Winter Care Tips
Chunchieh Bruce Sun, CAc, MSOM, Dipl OM

Winter is coming. It is the season for energy conservation. Bruce explains how the importance of managing kidney meridian energy and provides self care and food tips for the winter. Read more


We cannot deny the tension in the air during this election. The energy that is being felt from others and ourselves. These energy can help either help us improve or the opposite. Read on as Shelley provides energetic strengthening practices to help balance our energy as we navigate through the changes in our lives. Read more here
 
WELCOME to The Ommani Center 
Emily Klik LMT CST
CranioSacral Therapy and Massage

CranioSacral Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapist.  Her intention for every CranioSacral session is to reduce pain, release anxiety and stress, and support the body's natural healing mechanisms to increase health and well-being. Emily brings a wealth of training and experience to The Ommani Center. She is a Certified CranioSacral Therapist through the Upledger Institute (2002).  She is a Certified Teaching Assistant, and official Study Group Leader for CranioSacral Therapy.She teaches CranioSacral Therapy at East-West Healing Arts Institute in Milwaukee, and a private mentor for Upledger CranioSacral Therapy.  She has been a CST practitioner for 18 years. 

To make an appointment with Emily, please call our scheduling desk at 262.695.5311.  If you would like to speak with Emily in advance of your session, we will be happy to arrange a conversation.

 
Emily Klik LMT CST

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