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MAY 2018 • $5.95 WHOLE DETOX An Approach for the Mind and Body p. 56 Getting Ahead of Migraines Ease the Pain With Lifestyle Strategies p. 50 YOUR BRAIN Mindful on Exercise p. 62 Health Dr. Rangan Chatterjee explains his four pillars of wellness — and how good health starts at home. p. 14 May 2018 $5.95 MUSCLE CONTAINMENT STAMPING SPORT SPECIFIC COMPRESSION FOR PERFORMANCE & RECOVERY 20% OFF USE CODE: ELM2XU20 @2XU_USA POWER LIGHTWEIGHT FLEXIBILITY ANATOMICAL MUSCLE MAPPING FEATURES 50 Getting Ahead of Migraines 56 Whole Detox 62 Your Brain on Exercise New research offers promising treatments Many detox programs have little staying Physical activity is a potent force for for the prevention of and recovery from power because they focus only on physical building muscles — and your gray these extreme headaches — and hope issues, such as digestion or metabolism. matter. Learn how moving your body for real relief for the billion-plus people This whole-person approach addresses conditions your brain, boosting your mood, worldwide who suffer from them. the emotional and mental aspects, too, concentration, creativity, memory, and By Pamela Weintraub encouraging deep healing on every level. much more. By Deanna Minich, PhD By Michael Dregni IN EVERY ISSUE 4 Experience Life Digital 7 Editor’s Note by Jamie Martin 9 Talk to Us 87 Perspective by Bahram Akradi 88 Meditation 12 Well Informed A closer look at spore-forming SBO 18 Learn This Skill probiotics, an expert Q&A on natural DIY Facial Lymphatic Massage relief from arthritis, and new research on This simple practice can help you breathe longevity and dog ownership. Plus, a free a little easier by supporting your lymph app to help kids manage their money. system and relieving sinus pressure. 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