6/8/26 Presentation:

“Strong Legs, Sharp Mind: How Muscle Health Protects Your Brain”

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. While many think brain health starts in the head, research shows it also begins in the muscles—especially the large muscles of the legs.

In this 30-minute presentation, Dr. Jengyu Lai from Rochester Clinic will explain how leg strength improves circulation to the brain, supports blood sugar balance, and helps reduce insulin resistance—an important factor linked to cognitive decline.

Participants will learn how walking, strength training, and balance exercises can support both mobility and brain health. This session will share simple ways for seniors to build muscle, improve circulation, and protect long-term cognitive vitality.

Mei Liu will also showcase delicious plant-power foods packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, along with easy-to-follow recipes.

Register: https://secure.rec1.com/MN/125-live/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQyMDc0Mzg=

7/20/26 Presentation:

“Sound Bowl Healing and Stress Management”

This workshop explores how stress affects the brain and body and introduces practical tools to support cognitive resilience and well-being. Participants will learn how chronic stress impacts memory, focus, mood, and sleep, and how the nervous system shifts between stress and restorative states.

The session includes simple, evidence-informed practices such as breathing and mindfulness, along with sound bowl healing to promote relaxation, focus, and emotional balance.

Featuring  Gail Van Kanegan, holistic wellness practitioner and sound therapy expert, and Connie Iezzi, Reiki Master and holistic practitioner, specializing in sound, vibration, and somatics.

The session is followed by healthy brain food samples and recipes presented by Mei Liu.

Registration will be open soon.

8/17/26 Presentation:

“Food as Medicine: Herbs, Spices and Brain-Power Foods”

Discover how everyday herbs, spices, and whole-food, plant-based nutrition can support brain health, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy aging.

Featuring Gail Van Kanegan, holistic wellness practitioner and sound therapy expert, and Mei Liu, founder of Lotus Health Foundation, this interactive workshop explores herbal nourishment, healing foods, culinary synergy, and practical ways to incorporate brain-supportive ingredients into daily meals.

Participants will also learn simple techniques for growing, pairing, and preserving kitchen herbs and spices for lifelong wellness.

Registration will be open soon.

9/21/26 Presentation:

“Movement for Brain Health — Including QiGong”

This workshop highlights the importance of physical activity as a cornerstone of cognitive health and dementia prevention. Participants will learn how movement improves brain function through increased blood flow, neuroplasticity, and stress reduction.

The session will include an introduction to QiGong, a gentle, low-impact mind-body practice that integrates movement, breathing, and mental focus. Participants will engage in guided exercises designed to improve balance, coordination, and relaxation.

In addition to QiGong, the workshop will cover practical strategies to incorporate regular physical activity into daily life, regardless of fitness level. The goal is to empower participants with simple, sustainable movement practices that support both physical and cognitive well-being. The session is followed by healthy brain food samples and recipes presented by Mei Liu.

Registration will be open soon.

PAST EVENTS

4/13/26 Presentation:

“Sleep, Your Body Clock, and Metabolism: Why Rest Matters More Than You Think”

Sleep is a key regulator of metabolism and whole-body health. Poor sleep and disrupted circadian rhythm (your body’s internal clock) can affect metabolic balance, contributing to diabetes, weight gain, cognitive decline, arthritis, and chronic inflammation.

In this 30-minute presentation, Dr. Jengyu Lai from Rochester Clinic will explain how sleep influences hormones, metabolism, and energy. Participants will learn how irregular sleep schedules, late-night eating, screen exposure, and stress disrupt the body’s natural rhythm.

This session will share simple strategies to improve sleep, restore circadian rhythm, and support metabolic health—helping seniors improve energy, memory, and overall well-being.

Mei Liu will also showcase delicious plant-power foods packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, along with easy-to-follow recipes.

Registration closed

5/11/26 Presentation:

“Osteoarthritis: A Root-Cause Approach to Lasting Joint Health”

May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Osteoarthritis is not just “wear and tear”—it is also driven by inflammation, metabolic changes, muscle weakness, and joint misalignment. Long-term joint health requires addressing these root causes.

In this 30-minute presentation, Dr. Jengyu Lai from Rochester Clinic will explain how inflammation, biomechanics, and muscle strength affect joint health. Participants will learn how lifestyle medicine, regenerative therapies, and proper movement can improve joint function and mobility.

This session will share practical strategies to reduce pain, protect joints, and help seniors stay active and independent.

Mei Liu will also showcase delicious plant-power foods packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, along with easy-to-follow recipes.

Register: https://secure.rec1.com/MN/125-live/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQyMDc0MDA=