May 20, 2012

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Nutrition Workshops

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTATION FOR SENIORS

Seniors, are you overwhelmed with the variety of types and prices of nutritional supplements available on the market today? Did you know that your prescription medications may be interfering with the absorption of certain nutrients? At this workshop, Andrea Bartels, Registered Nutritional Therapist will discuss the nutritional management of common age-related issues, such as memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, cataracts, macular degeneration, digestive troubles, bone, joint and heart disease.

Date: Saturday, May 12th, 2012

Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Location: Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, 1510 Merivale Rd.,  Ottawa K2G 3J6

 

NUTRITIONAL SLEEP SOLUTIONS

Does your bed-mate snore? Do you have restless legs? Are you waking up at 3 a.m. and can’t get back to sleep? Explore with Andrea Bartels, a Natural Nutrition Coach and a Registered Nutritional Therapist, how certain foods and supplementary nutrients affect the quality of your sleep and how to plan your meals and snacks accordingly.  A discussion of sleep disorders including insomnia, restless legs syndrome and sleep apnea and their nutritional approach is included.

 

 

NUTRITION AND BREAST HEALTH

Have breast cysts or breast cancer affected you, your friends or family?  Did you know that diet can influence the risk of benign breast cysts as well as breast cancer?   Explore with Andrea Bartels, a Natural Nutrition Coach and a Registered Nutritional Therapist, how to support breast health through specific dietary concepts that we will put into practice by creating a nutritious, vegetarian meal and share it over the lunch hour.  Become pro-active with your breast health.

 

IMPROVE YOUR DIGESTION
If you feel bloated, experience heartburn, gas or indigestion then this workshop is for you. Explore with Andrea Bartels, a Natural Nutrition Coach and a Registered Nutritional Therapist, some of the underlying eating habits that lead to discomfort, and pain in the digestive tract. You will gain an understanding of how the digestive system works and learn nutrition and lifestyle modifications to prevent and manage these symptoms.  Prevention is the key to a longer and healthier life.
Sustaining a Gluten-Free Lifestyle
Gluten-free eating doesn't have to be boring or bland! At this seminar, find out how gluten intolerance can affect mental health, immunity and longevity.  You'll also discover the safest restaurant meals, receive recipes and supplementation information for Celiacs while networking with other Celiacs in the Ottawa region! Gluten-free snacks are included.
Date, location and fee: TBA