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FEATURES & FEEDBACK
From the spa
Experiences that bring
Cal-a-Vie Health Spa alive
A word from the Havens
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As summer at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa winds down we reflect on how
much our family loved the warm, clear days at the spa, while enjoying
many celebrations along the way. We hosted a birthday/anniversary
celebration, a wedding, and several other fun-filled events. In the coming
months, we will be announcing the opening of our new Antique Shoppe
and the unveiling of our brand new website. Look forward to news about
both of these fantastic events!
Anyone that’s been to Cal-a-Vie
Health Spa has witnessed the
richness of European antiques that
adorn the spa. After many requests
from admiring guests, we are proud to
announce the upcoming 2013 opening
of the Antique Shoppe, a showcase of
unique antique pieces imported from
France.
From a 16th century Louis XVI walnut
commode to a pair of gold gilted wall
sconces, these 17 and 18th century
treasures are truly one-of-a-kind.
Look for important information
about the opening date and ordering
information by year’s end!
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With great anticipation, the new year will also bring the completion of
our fabulous new kitchen and dining area. Scheduled to open in early
January, it will provide us an elegant and exceptional way to showcase
Cal-a-Vie’s culinary excellence. Chef Jason continues to inspire us with
his superbly presented cuisine and outstanding quality to ensure the
highest level of guest experience! We look forward to seeing you all
again in the upcoming months!
Faces of Cal-a-Vie
Bob and Marcie Zlotnik
Mom/Daughter Week
Ducote Wedding
Mom/Teen Week
Traveling Cal-a-Vie logo!
Celebrations and Special Guests at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa
The air was filled with parties and celebration this past spring in honor of
Marcie and Bob Zlotnik from Houston, TX who celebrated both their wedding
anniversary and their birthdays here at Cal-a-Vie. Fifty-five of their closest
friends and family were on-hand to help them celebrate in style with a ”White
Nite” themed dinner and dancing extravaganza in L’Orangerie.
Our annual Moms and Daughters Week was a great success, filled with
sunshine, health and beauty programs, spa treatments and a private
performance by local recording artist Kevin Miso who set the tone for a
fabulous week of bonding. It was a great time for the moms and daughters!
Race car driver and entrepreneur, Chapman Ducote and attorney Kristin
Snyder from Miami, FL, came to Cal-a-Vie in June to celebrate their nuptials
with a group of fifty friends and extended family. Family and friends took
advantage of their time together by engaging in competitive activities such
as water volleyball and water relay races. Cal-a-Vie’s 400 year-old chapel
was the setting for their beautiful candle-lit ceremony. After posing for
wedding pictures alongside a 1950 vintage Rolls Royce, the group retreated to
L’Orangerie for a fabulous evening of fun and festivities, including Chapmen
showing off his drumming talents with a ten-piece band. We wish the Ducotes
years of happiness!
Moms and teens from across the country joined us for our annual Mom &
Teen Week, 2012. Hunger Games star, Isabelle Fuhrman, along with singer
songwriter sister Madeline Fuhrman and their mother Elina, were on-hand to
talk about their exciting careers and celebrity life. We hope the best for Isabelle
in her exciting movie career!
Traveling with the Cal-a-Vie logo is serious business for Barbara Hoenig,
mother of two from Wilmington, NC., who loves to show off her Cal-a-Vie hat
while hiking. ”I am always in my beloved and totally faded, worn-out Cal-a-Vie
hat and my worn-out Cal-a-Vie fanny pack, thanks to a gift given with love by
my friends to a magical place called Cal-a-Vie!” Thank you Barbara for sharing!
Guest comments
”Cal-a-Vie is a piece of heaven with the feel of
”This is the best venue for a destination event I have
France, but so much closer to home… simply divine!” ever seen. The group gets to bond and play together,
– Ellen Sandler
making everything more fun. I will be back hopefully
with a group in tow.” – Wayne & Diane Ducote
”Cal-a-Vie is a superior facility with luxurious and
inviting accommodations, world class trainers and
therapists, exquisite food, and impeccable service”
– J.A. Vincent
NUTRITION & CUISINE
From the spa
Direct from the Cal-a-Vie Health
Spa Kitchen
Grilled Loch Duart Salmon
This popular recipe serves as an excellent fall alternative to meat and poultry.
INGREDIENTS
12 oz. salmon, raw
1 T grape seed oil
1/8 tsp. kosher salt
Chef Jason Graham
Cal-a-Vie prides itself on its culinary excellence. For the
past eleven years Cal-a-Vie guests have been enjoying the
delicious cuisine of Executive Chef, Jason Graham. To Jason,
it’s about ”quality, innovation, and imagination”. His interest
is to stay on the cutting-edge of the finest, healthiest, and
freshest cuisine available with a modern spa cuisine vibe
that everyone loves! Jason’s culinary path includes years
of classical cooking. He extends his culinary gift through
cooking demos for the guests, teaching them everything
from how to select the best cut of meat to experimenting
with unique and colorful vegetables.
RECIPE DIRECTIONS:
Heat oven to 400º. In a large sauté
pan, heat the oil until slightly
smoking. Meanwhile, salt the fish
as desired. Place the fish rounded
side down and keep on medium high
heat. When the fish is golden brown,
place the whole pan in the oven
for 2-3 minutes. Remove and turn
salmon on the belly side for a few
seconds before serving.
NUTRIENT ANALYSIS:
Calories: 150.75
Protein: 16.86
Total Fat: 8.79
Sat Fat: 1.16
Sodium: 0.00
Fiber: 0.00
Carbs: 0.00
Cholesterol: 46.75
PCF Ratio: 6-0-54
Enter antioxidants. Plentiful in whole, unprocessed
foods, antioxidants are believed to protect
the skin in multiple ways. Eating tomato
”Having a diet high in the Unfortunately you can’t get this
paste, which is high in lutein increases
tolerance to UV radiation thus reducing
wrong kind of fat may also phyto-protection overnight. Your
sunburn. When Vitamin E is combined
diet must be rich in these nutrients
encourage skin cancers.” for at least eight to ten weeks to
with Vitamin C, these nutrients provide
protection by increasing sunburn threshold.
receive the benefits, and of course,
Polyphenols are found in cocoa, tea, and
diet alone is not your best defense. A topical sunscreen
citrus fruits. They act as enzyme inhibitors, reducing
is imperative to adequate sun protection, and some
inflammation that may enhance skin cancers. Over a
contain green tea or beta carotene which benefits the
decade ago, Wang, et al reported that rats that were fed
skin topically as well as inside the body. But for the
green tea polyphenols experienced fewer UVB related
time when sunscreen fails, or you just push the sun
skin tumors (Carcinogenesis 1991, 12:1527-30).
time a bit longer than you should, it’s nice knowing you
Having a diet high in the wrong kind of fat may also
have the backup of an antioxidant rich diet providing
encourage skin cancers. Diets high in omega 6 fatty
powerful damage control.
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We are all familiar with the sting of sunburn, but
did you know that UV radiation affects the immune
system? Ultraviolet radiation, especially UVB, creates
inflammation which leads to reactive oxygen species,
which most of us know as free radicals. These free
radicals play a central role in accelerating aging, causing
loss of firmness and elasticity of our cells. The end
result, skin appears rough, leathery, wrinkled and with
uneven pigmentation, or at worst, skin cancer.
acids have been associated with higher rates of
squamous cell carcinoma. In a study by Rhodes, et
al, receiving high doses of the essential omega 3 fatty
acid, EPA (ecosapentaenoic acid) doubled the time
before skin became burned (Carcinogenesis, 2003;
24:919-25). Unfortunately, our diets are largely out of
balance when it comes to healthy fats. Our modern
diets provide a ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 of 10:1. To
achieve a healthy ratio 4:1, reduce the amount of snack
and prepared foods that contain omega 6 fats found in
canola, soy, sunflower, corn, and safflower oils. Replace
them with foods high in omega 3 such as nuts, fish, olive
oil and avocado, and only use grape seed and olive oils in
the kitchen.
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By Linda Illingworth, R.D.
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Skin Cancer and Diet
Granola &
weight loss
Did you know that
granola is a delicious
way to get whole
grains? Granola has
been associated with
improving weight
loss and preventing
diabetes.
Consuming more whole
grain than refined
grain reduces your risk
of colon cancer by 30%,
stroke risk by 36%, and
reduces gastric reflux
and inflammation
throughout the body.
Our signature granola
is made right here
at Cal-a-Vie and is a
superb, healthy snack,
low in sugar!
Order Granola today at
866.772.4283 x 268.
BODY & BEAUTY
From the spa
Beauty tips from the experts help
create a more beautiful you!
The Cal-a-Vie Beauty department introduces an
advanced treatment dubbed ”Pilates for your face”!
NuFACE can improve the look of your skin. It’s true! It works by using
a micro current which is a low level, safe, and soothing electrotherapy
that rejuvenates, firms, tones, and lifts the skin. It actually helps
create a more lifted, youthful, and refreshed look while reducing the
appearance of dark circles and puffiness.
Only five minutes a day!
Imagine having your own personal Pilates trainer for your face!
And, in only five minutes a day, you will see improved tone, contour,
and a youthful glow to your skin. With NuFACE (the only product
FDA cleared for facial toning and stimulation) you can regain firmer
muscles, tighter skin, lifted brow, contoured cheekbones and a more
defined jaw line.
Take 5 minutes a day for 90 days to see a
more youthful you, then 2-3 times a week
to maintain the new you.
Along with the diffuser we offer a variety of synergistically
blended essential oils. These 100% pure essential oils were
created especially for diffusers. Each bottle contains one full
ounce of superior quality, 100% pure essential oils and nothing
else. We currently carry the following varieties: appetite
suppressant, bergamot, sweet fennel, patchouli, clear thinking,
rosemary, exotic basil, lemon, mood booster, sweet orange, pink
grapefruit, rosewood, pleasant dreams, lavender, sweet orange,
dancy tangerine, tension reliever, rosewood, nutmeg, lavender,
sweet orange, Wake-Up, rosemary, and lemon peppermint.
Welcome fall into your home with a little bit of spa magic enveloping your every day!
To learn about which oils are best for you contact Tiffany at: 760.945.2464
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Fall days remind us of back to school & holiday time. Both are fun and exciting but can also be stressful.
Essential oils are powerful mood boosters that can help alleviate stress during the most hectic times.
Our state-of-the-art diffuser uses high frequency vibrations to convert essential oil and water into billowing
clouds of fragrant, therapeutic vapor. Just add water and your favorite essential oil. The unit glows with
mesmerizing high-tech light emitting diodes. Fragranced, cold-air mist instantly billows from the directional
tip and continues for up to 5 hours. You will benefit from its
soothing and purifying mist.
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Miracle Potion: ESSENTIAL OILS
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Call today to order: 760-945-2464
Olive oil for great skin
Despite all the hype
about the supposed
benefits of fat-free
diets, it turns out that
we need essential fatty
acids for good health as
well as for more elastic,
dewy skin.
Yes, certain kinds
of fats are bad for
us, so rather than
using saturated or
hydrogenated fats for
cooking and eating,
switch to extra-virgin
organic olive oil: it
is rich in healthy
monounsaturated fats.
”Good” fats strengthen
our cell membranes,
helping our skin to look
nourished and radiant.
BOUTIQUE
SHOPPING LIST
1 Ramy Brook Silk Blouse $288
2 Chan Luu Sequin Skirt $320
Fall ‘must-haves’ for
dressing up or working out
A silk peasant blouse for day or night
The perfect stretch maxi skirt in silver gray for
a dress up or casual look
3 Chan Luu Fringe Necklace $78
4 Suss Cashmere Hoodie $298
5 Rese Workout Pant $74
Long and flowing
Cashmere hoodie to throw on anytime
Lycra workout pant from LuluLemon, Rese or
Prana
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6 Salomon Hiking Shoes $158
7 Yoga Tune-Up Balls $9.95
Trail shoes for setting you free
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Yoga/therapy balls to strengthen and firm
To purchase shop cal-a-vie.com or call the
Boutique at 1.866.772.4283 ext. 268
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HEALTH & FITNESS
FROM THE SPA
Make your workout fun by mixing it up with new
dance steps and moves like belly dancing!
Rhythm
mover
Cal-a-Vie Health Spa fitness experts know
that diversity in our work-out is key to keeping
exercise fun and interesting! Belly dancing is
just one of our 120+ exercise classes available
to guests each week at the spa. It’s filled with
moves that will tone your entire body, perfect
for all sizes and ages, and also a fun way to
bond with your female friends. Belly dance is
a non-impact, weight-bearing exercise and is
thus suitable for all ages. It is a good exercise
for the prevention of osteoporosis in older
people. Many of the moves involve isolations,
which improves flexibility of the torso. Belly
dance moves are beneficial to the spine, as
the full-body undulation moves lengthens
(decompress) and strengthens the entire
column of spinal and abdominal muscles in a
gentle way.
Belly dancing with a veil makes the exercise
fun and can help build strength in the upper
Hip hits – A staccato movement of the hips out from the body. This can
also be performed using other body parts such as the shoulders or chest.
The move is usually achieved by isolating the hip area and contracting the
glute muscles to move the hips up or down. The dancer’s weight can either
be distributed across both legs or on one leg with the toes of the other foot
pointed.
Undulations – Fluid movements of the hips or of the chest and abdominal
muscles in a circular or rotating fashion. There are a wide variety of
movements of this kind, of which the most well known is probably the
rotating movements of the chest forward, up, back and down to create the
impression of riding a camel. Don’t forget to dress the part with a skirt or
harem pants, beaded or coined hip scarf or belt, veil and zills (finger cymbals)!
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Shiver or shimmy – a shimmering vibration of the hips. This vibration is
usually layered onto other movements to create depth in performance. The
shimmy can be performed in different directions - up and down, side-to-side,
or in a forward and back swinging motion. The same move can be performed
using the chest and shoulders, sometimes called a ‘shoulder shimmy’.
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Important moves
body, arm and shoulders. Playing the zills
(finger cymbals) keeps things lively and also
trains your fingers to work independently
while building strength.
Most of the movements in belly dancing
involve isolating different parts of the body
(hips, shoulders, chest, stomach, etc.) which
appear similar to the isolations used in jazz
ballet, but are often driven differently. Correct
posture and muscle control is as important in
belly dance as it is in other fields of dance.
Keep your work out interesting! Catch a belly
dancing class next time you are at Cal-a-Vie!
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Kick off the fall with the
unique and versatile art of
belly dancing!
Fresh bananas and
apples!
They’re loaded with
vitamin C, antioxidants,
and fiber, fruit is
healthy treat when
you need a little
energy boost.
Full of vitamins and
minerals, apples and
bananas have ‘good’
carbs, which can give
you quick energy.
Look for bowls of
apples around the spa,
a perfect compliment
to working out.
SPECIAL GUESTS
January 6 - 12
Vivian Diller, PhD
Author ”Face It” - What
Women Really Feel as Their
Looks Change
Upcoming in 2013
The experts come to Cal-a-Vie to share their expertise with our
guests. Check out our calendar at www.cal-a-vie.com
February 24 -March 2
Dr. Ann Kearney-Cooke
Author, ”Change your mind
change your body.”
Women’s Wellness Week
March 10 - 16
Special Guest Instructor
Join master instructor from Xtend
Barre workout, a dynamic combination
of exercises that will give you a long,
strong and lean physique.
Vivian Diller, Ph.D., is a clinical
psychologist in private practice in
New York City and author of ”Face
It: What Women Really Feel as Their
Looks Change”.
Dr. Ann Kearney-Cooke is a New
York Times bestselling author,
sought after professional speaker,
researcher, and licensed psychologist.
She is internationally known for
the treatment of eating disorder
disorders.
April 7 - 13
May 19 - 25
June 9 - 15
Mari Winsor Pilates
The Xtend Barre system sculpts the body
proportionally so that each body part
is equally challenged. This total body
workout serves to strengthen, lengthen,
and stretch the body from top to bottom,
from inside out.
Get the body you’ve always
dreamed of with the unmatched
guidance of America’s leading
Pilates expert, Mari Winsor.
He is one of the foremost
spokespersons for homeopathic
medicine in the United States.
Dana has devoted his life to
homeopathy.
Dana Ullman, M.P.H.
Kim Kilway is director of The
Pilates/Gyrotonic Studio, at The
Houstonian Club, and a certified
teacher in Pilates and the
GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM®.
Mari has done more than anyone to
preserve, promote and enhance the
genius of Joseph Pilates. She has
kept his exercise theories vital and
alive with brilliant innovations like
her new Slimming Pilates™.
He has authored ten books,
including ”Discovering Homeopathy:
Medicine for the 21st Century”
which includes a foreword by Dr.
Ronald W. Davey, physician to Her
Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Increasing stamina, core strength
and flexibility. For the everyday
athlete of all abilities, this advanced
Pilates class will take your fitness
level to the top of your game!
Whether it’s a group retreat, wedding, special event or a unique celebration, Cal-a-Vie
creates an experience like no other. Contact Colleen Hernandez, Group Sales Manager at
760.945.2466, or email her at CHernandez@cal-a-vie.com for more information.
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Luxurious Spa Basket $250
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Men’s Shave Gift Set $375
Granola $9.95
Filled with Yonka products, this gift is
Cal-a-Vie’s own
organic private
label granola.
Healthy and
tasty!
perfect for the man in your life who needs
a little pampering! Pair the extensive
mens line, with a great shave kit, and you’ll
have a man who can’t wait to get up in
the morning and start his daily skin care
routine.
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