Fall 2004 Health Classic

October 14th - October 17th, 2004
Steve Breuer Conference Center
Malibu, California

Fourteenth Annual Classic in Malibu!

     Join Howard Lyman, Cornelia Aihara, Dr. Lawrence Kushi, Dr. Gordon Saxe, Kali Ray, David Briscoe, and many other health and environmental teachers for the fourteenth annual, 2004 Fall Health Classic at the beautiful Steve Breuer Conference Center in Malibu, California, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Choose from over forty health, lifestyle, nutrition, cooking and exercise workshops and classes while enjoying the Health Classic's gourmet, vegetarian, organic cuisine amidst Malibu's pristine ocean and mountain vistas.

Keynote Presentation: Howard Lyman

A fourth generation family farmer in Montana, Howard Lyman, in 1996, revealed on the Oprah Winfrey show how the cattle industry potentially exposed Americans to Mad Cow Disease. As a result of his remarks, Howard was named a co-defendant with Oprah in the "veggie libel" case brought by Texas ranchers. In his best-selling book, Mad Cowboy: Plain Truth from the Cattle Rancher Who Won't Eat Meat, Howard uncovered the dangerous and potentially deadly practices of the cattle and dairy industries. Join Howard for the current information on Mad Cow Disease in America and abroad.

Keynote Presentation: Dr. Lawrence Kushi

The Fall Health Classic proudly welcomes Dr. Lawrence Kushi, a nutritional epidemiologist who has been involved in a number of studies on the role of diet in cancer. He is the Principal Investigator of a large study recently funded by the National Cancer Institute that will examine the role of diet, use of alternative therapies, and other factors in breast cancer reccurence and survival. Dr. Kushi is also the son of Michio and Aveline Kushi, two of the leasing proponents of macrobiotics. His presentation will focus on the seemingly contradictory, but actually complementary nature of what we know about food, nutrition and cancer from these perspectives. Dr. Kushi will also consider the dietary guidelines from the American Cancer Society and other organizations which emphasize a plant-based diet, minimal animal food intake, and consumption of a wide variety of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. He will present an overview with specific examples that underscore these recommendations.

Way of Life Studies with Cornellia Aihara

Led by senior teacher and author Cornellia Aihara, the 2004 Health Classic presents its very informative and successful "Way of Life Studies" program in macrobiotic and natural health studies for students desiring a beginning to intermediate level of study. "Way of Life Studies" courses are offered throughout the day and are marked with an * on the schedule. They include "On Being Healthier," "Introduction to Yin/Yang," "Visual Diagnosis," "Five Elements," "Macrobiotic Approach to Disease," "Introductory Macrobiotic Cooking," "Cooking for Health and Healing," and "Home Remedies." .

Keynote Presentation: Dr. Gordon Saxe

Physician and clinical researcher Dr. Gordon Saxe explores the roles of diet and lifestyle in the prevention and treatment of cancer from the lenses of both Eastern and Western medicine in his two-part keynote presentations, citing both his own and others' research and exploring the more holistic perspective of Oriental medicine. He will bridge Eastern and Western thought and practice by presenting a new, integrated philosophy of cancer as well as practical guidelines for its prevention and treatment. On Thursday Night, in his presentation "from Microbiology to Macrobiotics", Dr. Saxe will examine the nature of disease from the perspectives of both Western bioscience and macorbiotic holism, examining it's causes, energetic aspects, biological development, and practical approaches to healing. On Sunday morning, he will talk on "The East-West Cancer Connection" in which he will examine the role of dietary and lifestyle factors in the development of cancer and will present preliminary findings from a study now underway at the University of California San Diego School of Medecine on the role of a modified macrobiotic diet and relaxation training as a treatment for recurrent prostate cancer. Join Dr. Saxe for current information and research in the treatment and prevention of cancer.

Natural Foods Cooking School

Led by senior teacher Cornellia Aihara, the 2004 Fall Health Classic Natural Foods Cooking School offers state-of-the-art, hands-on cooking, menu planning and food preparation classes throughout the Classic. Learn how to cook naturally, creatively and healthfully, using the highest quality organic foods from experienced instructors. Cornellia will teach "Cooking for Health and Healing." Other cooking classes include "Fall Harvest ," "Essential Cuisine for Everyday Living," and "Introductory Macrobiotic Cooking."

Malibu is...

twenty-seven miles of broad, sandy beaches, majestic hills, beautiful grassland and meadows, wildflowers, California poppies, pristine ocean sunset vistas, red-tailed hawks, incomparable canyon hiking trails, the great Pacific, dolphins swimming by, sweeping oaks, the lagoon and clean, crisp, coastal air.

Malibu is... a wonderful place for the fourteenth annual, Fall Health Classic. 

Natural Health &
Healing Classes & Workshops

Increase your knowledge in a wide range of courses, including men's and women's physical and emotional health issues, beginning and advanced macrobiotic studies, Chinese medicine, and environmental issues.

Massage & Exercise Classes & Workshops

During the morning and afternoon, choose from different fitness and relaxation courses, including yoga, sotai, pilates, tennis and stretching. Get in line for some California Country Line Dancing or spend some time with the Health Classic's golf instructor par excellence Les Bolland and the author of "Ultimate Tennis" Al Secunda. Special hands-on participatory workshops introduce you to the benefits of shiatsu massage.

Plenty of free time...

for hiking, jogging, swimming, volleyball, pingpong, basketball, tennis, exploring Malibu, visiting the ocean, meditating, having a massage or simply resting under one of the conference center's big oak trees.

And, of course, the food...

The Health Classic's nationally renowned chefs will be preparing gourmet, organic, vegetarian, fall cuisine throughout the retreat, using locally grown, organic produce from California's fertile South Coast and Central Valley.

In Context... Extened Study with David Briscoe

The Fall Health Classic presents a program of extended, in-depth study with a leading thinker and teacher in the natural health field each year. This year, senior teacher and author David Briscoe will explore "Self Diagnosis" in his two part presentation. In Part I, "The Secret Language of Your Body," David will discuss how to read the language of your body and the messages it give externally about your whole condition. Particular attention will be paid to the skin and the information it reveals. Helpful remedies, recipies and special drinks will be discussed. In Part II, "Belly and Breath," David will show how biography is reflected in biology. He will focus on self-diagnosis of the abdomen and breathing, two areas that are key to physical and emotional vitality

Women's Health Forum

Led by nutritionist and author Dr. Dale Figtree, physician Dr. Gordon Saxe, and therapist and author Dr. Joyce Patenaude, the 2004 Fall Health Classic presents an in-depth study program on women's health. Dr. Figtree will explore current issues in women's health and healing and also discuss her personal experience in recovering from cancer in her "Women's Health Workshop." In his keynote presentations, "From Microbiology to Macrobiotics," and "The East-West Cancer Connection," Dr. Saxe explores the nature of breast and other cancers from the perspectives of both Western bioscience and macrobiotic holism. Dr. Patenaude discusses the emotional aspects of women's health and healing in her "Women's Emotional Health" workshop.

Yoga & Prana: The Healing Life Force with Kali Ray

Join renowned yoga teacher and the founder of Tri Yoga Ò Kali Ray for her keynote presentation, "Yoga and Prana: The Healing Life Force." Prana is Sanskrit for the universal life force. Kaliji will discuss techniques to increase balance and direct this energy. Learn how the five pranas in the body, the five states of mind and the five sheaths that surround the soul influence our overall health and consciousness. Kaliji will also explore the inter-relationships of healthy diet, yoga and emotions in creating and maintaining optimum health and well-being. Join one of America's pioneer yoga teachers who has trained teachers throughout the world.

New Vistas...Advanced Workshop Series

"Proteins & Carbohydrates: Beyond the Media Hype" - David Briscoe

There is more to proteins and carbohydrates than the modern media view and the latest weight-loss crazes. David will explore proteins and carbohydrates from a big view that includes modern nutrition but goes beyond it as well. Learn how your use of proteins and carbohydrates can be a foundation for physical and emotional stability or how they can undermine them. Also, hear what macrobiotic counselors are starting to see in the health conditions of those on high-protein diets. Discover how carbohydrates are being totally misunderstood and falsely marketed. Come away with a solid ground on which to make your own choices.

"The Spiritual Quest " - Kaare Bursell

To paraphrase Bob Dylan, "People are crazy. Times are strange. I still care, but things have changed." Events are now taking place in the world which speak volumes for humanity to undertake radical changes in its way of perceiving and thinking about life and how to live it. At the same time, there is an enormous "wall of denial" being created to pretend that everything is normal and we can expect the future to play out much as it has done in the past. Kaare will explore the spiritual forces and impulses behind the "healthy instinct" toward a radical change in our thinking, feeling and acting, but will focus mainly on identifying the spiritual forces which are actively seeking to thwart and undermine the healthy spiritual evolution of humanity.

Registration Fees

TUITION FEES NOT INCLUDING LODGING
(prices include all classes, 3 vegetarian meals daily per person)

TUITION FEES INCLUDING LODGING AT STEVE BREUER CONFERENCE CENTER  (prices include all classes, 3 vegetarian meals daily, and lodging at the Steve Breuer Conference Center per person)

It is possible to arrange a private consultation with Dr. Gordon Saxe, Cornelia Aihara, David Briscoe, Kaare Bursell or any other counselor. Please call Classic office (805) 898-0089.

CANCELLATION:  All but $100 will be refunded if cancellation is received by 10/8/04.  Cancellations must be made in writing.  No refunds will be made after 10/8/04.

CONTACT - Please call Larry Cooper at Health Classic office for more information and registration at (805) 898-0089, or

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