Nutrition Course
NEXT COURSE STARTS September 15, 2024 finishes January 19, 2025
Through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants (AANC) Doctor of Naturopathy and Clinical Nutritionist Dr. Derek Rodger (ND) prepares students to pass the Certified Nutritional Consultants Exam. Once qualified you are entitled to use the designation CNC after your name and practice as a Nutritionist. Certified Nutritional Consultants (CNC) can work in hospitals, clinics, private practice settings alongside acupuncturists, mental health professionals, physical therapists, doctors and chiropractors, as well as a consultant in schools, businesses, health food stores, spas and health clubs.
Today's economists have determined that the natural health field is the fastest growing industry in the U.S. today. It goes without saying that people are getting more concerned about their personal health and their families health. Just take a look at this picture below and ask yourself, what type of life are you planning for yourself.
The course includes 11 modules and the classes meet on a Sunday morning 9-1 pm. The course fee is $1950 and can be paid over 6 months at $325.
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Sometimes it might just take one quote that resonates with you and it sparks you into a new way of life. Here are some famous quotes from Jim Rohn that have made a difference in many people’s lives.
If you want to have more, you have to become more. For things to change, you have to change. For things to get better, you have to get better. For things to improve, you have to improve. If you grow everything grows.
Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.
Learn to be happy with what you have, while you pursue all that you want.
You can have everything in your life you want if you will just help other people with what they want.
Time is more valuable than money. You can get more money, but you cannot get more time.
The most important question to ask on the job is not ‘what am I getting?’ The most important question to ask is ‘What am I becoming?’
Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.
We all need lots of powerful long-range goals to help us past the short-term obstacles.
Goal setting is powerful because it provides focus. It shapes our dreams. It gives us the ability to hone in on the exact actions we need to perform to achieve everything we desire in life.
If you are not willing to risk the unusual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.
Don’t wish it was easier, wish you were better. Don’t wish for less problems wish for more skills. Don’t wish for less challenge, wish for more wisdom.
Those who will not read are no better than those who cannot read.
Success is not to be pursued, it is to be attracted by the person you become.
Either run the day or the day runs you.
Success is nothing more than a few simple disciplines that you practice every day.
Have a great month everyone.
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Tis the Season for Planting Paw Paw Trees! A
Tropical Like Native Fruit Tree, Ornamental, and Pest Free! What More Can You Ask For?
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Pickin’ up pawpaws, put ‘em in your pocket. Pickin’ up pawpaws, put ‘em in your pocket. Pickin’ up pawpaws, put ‘em in your pocket. Way down yonder in the pawpaw patch.
Landscaping
When I sang that song as a child, I had no idea what a pawpaw was. I had never seen one in the wild. I’d never seen the fruit for sale in the store. It remained a mystery fruit until I got into edible landscaping.
The Paw Paw tree – a tropical delight! One look at its leaves and growth habit and you’d think somebody plucked it straight out of the Amazon Rainforest. Only this tree is native to our area and has adapted to our temperate climate growing wild in the woods of the eastern United States.
The largest native fruit in North America! The large green-skinned fruit grows in clusters with individual fruit weighing over one pound. When you cut the fruit open a beautiful orange to yellow custard pulp is exposed. Most describe the flavor as banana and mango combined, with after tones of pineapple, strawberry, or vanilla.
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Paraphrasing Michael Judd, author, and edible landscaper: Pawpaws are vitaminpacked antioxidant powerhouses—the original super fruit! They are a perfect protein! Full of vital vitamins and minerals. They are exceptionally high in potassium, calcium, vitamin C, niacin, phosphorus, iron, zinc, copper, and magnesium.
Wow! That’s impressive!
No Spray - Easy Organic Option! Pawpaws have next to zero disease issues. The Pawpaw is a ‘no spray tree’. The leaves carry a mild toxin so it has no pest or other diseases. It’s also very deer-resistant (but we recommend fencing until the tree is established). Pawpaws do require ample moisture and nutrients so be sure to mimic their native floodplain habitat.
Grow your own! So you want to eat some Pawpaws? Your best bet is to grow them yourself because they’re not found in grocery stores. Check out the pawpaw planting workshop and tasting event at Bear Creek Organics farm and nursery this September!
PAW PAW WORKSHOP AND TASTING EVENT AT BEAR CREEK ORGANICS: SEPTEMBER 22, 10am-2pm.
Bear Creek Organics is holding a pawpaw tree planting workshop and tasting event at their farm and nursery in White Haven PA. Learn everything you will need to know about planting your own pawpaw patch. We will have some of the best varieties of Pawpaw trees for sale. You can go home with your own trees and the knowledge to succeed! Sign up on facebook.com/BearCreekOrganics or BearCreekOrganics.com.
A Festival Of Peace
September 15. Rain Date
September 29.
Greenshire Institute, Upper Bucks near Lake Nockamixon, are holding A Festival of Peace. The festival will focus on promoting peace within Self, Family, Community, and All Humankind. The re-dedication of Greenshire’s Peace Pole, erected in 2006, is central to this gathering. On the Peace Pole is inscribed seven different languages reading: "May peace prevail on earth."
During the Peace Festival people will unite through such activities as: Sacred Circle, Workshops, Healing Sessions, Presentations, Drumming, Music, Dance, Vendors, Food, Fire Circle, Face Painting, Balloon Clown, and spontaneous happenings! Greenshire will also host One… A Shared Vision, a conversation that will explore visions for peace. También, estaremos ofreciendo talleres en español para nuestra comunidad hispana.
The Peace Festival will also feature Spa for the Soul, an organization that provides a revitalizing haven for the Mind, Body, and Soul. They will be providing private healing sessions, each specializing in unique modalities focusing on Mind, Body, and Soul wellness. Through their holistic approach to wellness, Spa for the Soul aims to elevate and inspire individuals in cultivating self-care practices that nurture well-being and promote a deep sense of relaxation and renewal. Their unique blend of Soulful Nourishment and Healing Touch creates a space filled with love, care, and a sense of value for each of their guests.
Greenshire’s Space for Peace is dedicated to helping people explore new horizons as they revitalize the quality of their life: body, mind, and spirit. Their team of professionals provides powerful experiences to help individuals reach their goals, such as Yoga, Reiki, Meditation, Spiritual Studies, Life’s Transitions, Poetry, Astrology, Tarot, and Community Gatherings. They also offer healing sessions, including Reiki, Energy Balancing, Sound, Craniosacral, Shamanic, Medical Intuition, Reflexology, and Holistic Life Coaching.
Greenshire’s seven-acre grounds are always open to the public. Welcoming visitors, the Angel of Peace statue invites you to visit Greenshire’s seven-acre sanctuary. A Stone Circle has been constructed to acknowledge summer and winter solstices, spring and fall equinoxes. The Peace Garden brings focus to the Peace Pole. A three-dimensional Star of David helps bring clarity to one’s spiritual journey. You can even “paint a rock, give a rock, take a rock!” Also, deep in the silent woods is Greenshire’s Stone Amphitheater, Medicine Wheel, and Heart Garden
Greenshire Institute was founded in 2006 and continues to this day, inviting you to explore their many gatherings, workshops, and healing sessions. For Greenshire’s current calendar, please visit: www.GreenshireInstitute.org. Greenshire is open to All People, Races, Creeds.
Entrance Donation: $20/individual. $30/family. Vendors & Healers: $80/space. Presenters: Free. Contact Greenshire to reserve: info@GreenshireInstitute.org. 3620 Sterner Mill Road, Quakertown, PA. See ad on page 12.
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Reiki literally means Universal Life Force Energy and it is an ancient healing modality that works with the body’s subtle energy centers. Reiki releases blocked energy and trapped trauma, replacing it with pure lifeforce energy that will improve balance, harmony, enable relaxation, relive pain, reduce other symptoms of illness and promote self-healing.
This is a hands-on therapy which begins with a Reiki Practitioner laying hands on the client in a personal one on one session. Energy flows where it is needed, and the client can experience many sensations during the practice.
Reiki is so effective because it not only enhances modern medicine, but it also aids in relaxation to get the healing where it is needed most. Reiki is not a replacement for medicine or surgery, but it can assist in healing where people have reduced their prescriptions and it has even supported in healing faster post surgery/treatments.
Reiki can help the client as long as they are open to the energies flowing into them given by the Practitioner. Most clients become Reiki regular visitors after just one session because of the benefits they feel. Regular visits to a Reiki master can be as often as once a week, but most clients benefit with two sessions per month. To schedule your first session with a Reiki Master, contact Heather Santos to feel the benefits of physical and emotional well-being being restored in as little as one session!
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Mindfulness
Mindfulness is terminology that originated from Buddhist philosophy and the act of mindfully meditating. The religious tradition of mindfulness includes that the practitioner of mindfulness maintains a spirit of love, tenderness, loving kindness, wishing well for others, and compassion.
Mainstream culture and medical professionals promote mindfulness separate from religion and spirituality. In the modern culture, a nonsectarian approach is preferred because people have divergent beliefs. Medicine is a science and therefore unbiased.
Marsha Linehan the psychologist who created Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is quoted as a quote that very elegantly explains the utility of mindfulness,
“The non-spiritual mindfulness works for several reasons: it is exposure to yourself, your thoughts, feelings, etc. You learn to be less reactive to what’s going on…Mindfulness in that sense leads to more effective behavior.” (Yapko, M. 2011)
There is empirical data that shows mindfulness is effective for managing all sorts of problems, including sadness. Some people find that they experience feelings of sadness more when the seasons change. Having this skill of mindfulness can be helpful to keep your joy and self-control with you all the time.
Stream Hypnosis, LLC will be offering an 8-week group class on Mindfulness Skills starting in October. Class size is limited so call now to reserve your spot.
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Oxidative Stress
What is it and How to Manage It
by Yuliya Semenovych, Elixir Health and Wellness
What is oxidative stress?
It is a term often associated with aging and chronic diseases and occurs when there is an imbalance between the production of free radicals (unstable molecules within the body that can damage cells) and antioxidants available to scour for them.
Free radicals are natural byproducts of normal cellular metabolism, but their levels can increase to unhealthy levels due to external factors such as poor diet, poor stress management techniques, pollution, smoking, and radiation. When the body’s antioxidant defenses are overwhelmed, oxidative stress can result in significant cellular damage which is linked to various chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease.
The effects of oxidative stress extend to emotional well-being as well. The brain, being highly metabolically active, is particularly susceptible to oxidative damage. Free radicals can damage neurons and disrupt neurotransmitter function, leading to cognitive decline and mental health disorders even in young people.
Several studies have linked oxidative stress to anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. For instance, research has shown that individuals with depression often have higher levels of oxidative markers and lower levels of antioxidants in their blood. This oxidative imbalance can impair brain function and exacerbate symptoms of mental health disorders.
As daunting as it sounds, there is a solution!
A diet rich in antioxidants is one of the most effective ways to combat oxidative stress
which can neutralize free radicals and protect against cellular damage. Here are some examples of foods rich in these important nutrients:
• Vitamin C rich foods include grapefruit, raspberries, kiwi, bell peppers, broccoli and brussels sprouts.
• Vitamin E rich foods include almonds, sunflower seeds and hazelnuts, spinach, Swiss chard, and avocados.
• Selenium rich foods include Brazil nuts, fish such as sardines and shellfish like oysters, chicken, barley, and eggs.
• Flavonoid rich foods include all kinds of berries, apples (especially with the skin on), onions, green and black teas, and dark chocolate with a high cocoa content.
Regular physical activity is another powerful tool in reducing oxidative stress. However, it is important to strike a balance, as excessive exercise (I’m looking at you weekend warriors!) can increase oxidative stress.
Using an external tool such as mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (mHBOT), or supplements like methylene blue, can both help reduce oxidative stress as well.
And finally, adopting lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, minimizing exposure to environmental pollutants, and picking up a meditation practice can all help significantly lower oxidative stress.
If you have a question or are interested in booking a session for mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (mHBOT) email us at ElixirBethelehm@gmail.com or book directly online at www.ElixirLV.com.
Reduce Your Risk of Injury While Squatting
Are you interested in learning how to perform squats at the gym without putting yourself at risk for a back injury? Well, it's crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of all the different aspects involved in this exercise. One key element is maintaining a neutral position for your back, which helps prevent excessive strain on your spine. However, there's an important fact: achieving a 100% neutral spine posture is practically impossible, as studies have revealed. The key is to strive for the closest approximation possible.
Now, let me share another secret with you. It's essential to consider other joints that come into play during squats, such as the hips, knees, and ankles. If any of these joints have limited mobility or unfavorable movement patterns, your back is likely to suffer as a result. For example, if you have a restricted dorsiflexion range of motion, which means you struggle to raise your toes toward the ceiling, other joints will compensate, potentially leading to injury. Additionally, stiffness in the hip muscles can cause the back and hips to move together instead of operating as separate joints.
Achieving proper squat posture and preventing potential injury requires striking the right balance of closed chain hip flexion, dorsiflexion, and knee flexion, while also ensuring neutral positions for these joints. It is crucial to prioritize optimal mobility among all the mentioned joints to promote squat posture and avoid injury.
For more information: Kyle S. Kasman, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. 484-781-5341, Kyle@LightThePathPhysicalTherapy.com.
Contrast Water Therapy for Muscles
Exercise creates microscopic tears in muscle tissues, which the body repairs, and each repetition of this cycle allows muscles to grow back stronger. Contrast water therapy (CWT) is a post-workout recovery method that involves placing sore muscles in alternating hot and cold baths in succession. Data examined from 13 studies and published in a 2013 PLOS ONE review showed that CWT resulted in significantly greater improvements in muscle soreness and reduced strength loss at six, 24, 48, 72 and 96 hours after exercise, compared to rest without any other post-recovery approach. The results of CWT were comparable to other muscle recovery interventions such as cold-water immersion, warm-immersion, compression and stretching.
Cause of Lupus Discovered
Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, damaging joints, skin, muscles, connective tissue and major organs such as the kidneys, brain and heart. According to the Lupus Foundation of America, an estimated 1.5 million Americans have lupus, with nine out of 10 being women. Researchers at Northwestern Medicine and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, say they have identified the root cause of lupus. In research reported in the journal Nature, the scientists identified a molecular defect that promotes the immune response in lupus, as well as a way to reprogram the lupuscausing cells to correct the imbalance in the immune response. Work continues to find a safe and effective way to deliver these molecules to the body for reprogramming.
Herbs to Your Success
Celebrates Three Decades of Natural Health in Lehigh Valley
by Sheila Julson
Vanessa Sabatine initially formed Herbs to Your Success in 1994 as a way to offer quality herbal supplements for weight loss. Thirty years and three brick-and-mortar locations later, the business has evolved into a “spapothecary” with herbal teas, customized tea blends, and essential oils, along with cutting-edge sauna experiences to aid in detoxification and relaxation.
As Sabatine reflects on the 30th anniversary of Herbs to Your Success, she’s seen wellness trends come and go, changing public attitudes about health, and a barrage of one-size-fits-all advice from myriad internet sources. However, having a brick-and-mortar space where customers can come in and ask questions, see, smell and try herbs that support the body, and book in-person consults with a trained herbalist provides a valuable experience that the internet or big-box stores cannot.
“I’m like a detective, peeling away layers to get to the root causes of people’s health symptoms,” she says. “People are curious and looking into natural solutions more today than when I first started, and I hope that I’ve been on the forefront of teaching them.”
Sabatine has also learned a lot on her journey. “Getting rid of toxins in the body is more important than anything else,” she affirms, noting that toxic particles from heavy metals, chemicals, and microbial compounds can clog the body and lead to inflammation, lack of energy, weight gain, and other symptoms of inflammation.
Curating Quality Products and Services
There are more players in the holistic health field today than when Sabatine first started. She thoroughly monitors every product she provides at Herbs to Your Success. “There were many natural
wellness companies that were good in the beginning but got bought out. When bigger conglomerates take over a small business, they often cut corners,” she explains.
Sabatine stocks her shop windows and shelves with vetted products such as Young Living essential oils, a company that also turns 30 years old this year. She carries natural soaps, and teas and herbs from smaller, traceable suppliers. She will custom blend teas per each customer’s individual needs and preferences.
While many might associate spa services with luxurious pampering, Sabatine’s spa services are selected for health purposes first and foremost. Her most recent addition, the FLOWpresso, from New Zealand, helps stimulate the body’s lymphatic system to flush toxins and restore balance.
During a session, the client lies on a table and the FLOWpresso booties are placed on their legs. Mats are wrapped around the arms and abdomen. The machine then gives gentle hugs all the way up and down the body, which Sabatine says calms the central nervous system and stimulates the lymphatic system. Infrared heat from the FLOWpresso also helps promote relaxation.
The sessions also include a lymph-cleansing tea, an essential oils roll-on and a cream to rub on neck area to open the lymph system. Sabatine demonstrates tapping sessions that clients can use to further help open the body. She remarks that the FLOWpresso treatment plan better allows for teaching moments so clients can learn how to keep their lymph system healthy at home.
Several of Sabatine’s detoxification modalities are complementary and can be used together. The infrared sauna, which mimics the sun’s rays, can be a more comfortable and effective detoxification alternative to steam saunas. The private salt booth uses a generator to blow salt into the air so the recipient can breathe it in more efficiently. The salt booth may improve respiratory problems and improve skin issues.
In addition, the oxygen sauna saturates oxygen throughout the body to aid in circulation. The ionic footbath pulls out toxins from the body through the pores of the feet.
Sabatine will host a 30th anniversary event on August 17, 2024; call the store for details. After running Herbs to Your Success for 30 years, she says more friends and relatives are encouraging her to retire, but she still feels a calling to educate people about achieving health naturally.
“I can’t keep these therapies to myself,” she says. “I still have to tell too many people, including the younger crowd, and keep my finger in the pool and make them aware that daily habits affect their health more than they realize.”
Herbs to Your Success is located at 64 S. Main St., Nazareth. For more information, call 610-365-8996 or visit HerbstoYourSuccess.com.
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Stopping the Trauma Cycle
Mind-Body Healing Strategies
by Carrie Gauthier
Trauma can strike anyone at any time. Loss, heartbreak, abuse, violence, displacement, accidents, disasters, health problems—the list of possible traumas is endless. According to the National Council for Behavioral Health, 70 percent of adults have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives, and more than a third of youth exposed to community violence experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Trauma is a factor in most behavioral health and substanceuse disorders. While trauma may be part of our lives, it does not need to define who we are or how we enjoy our lives. Healing from trauma can take time, but it is within reach.
Health Effects
Left untreated, trauma or repeated trauma has a wide range of short- and long-term effects on physical and mental health. Trauma increases stress and keeps the fight-or-flight response on elevated alert, resulting in the release of chronically high amounts of cortisol into the body. Initial reactions may include exhaustion, numbness, sadness, anxiety and dissociation. Excessive cortisol increases the risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, digestive problems, muscle tension, headaches, sleep issues, weight gain, irregular periods, anxiety, depression and cognitive challenges.
Cycle of Addiction
Trauma is a common precursor to addiction, because individuals often turn to substances as a coping mechanism for their emotional pain. The use of drugs or alcohol gives trauma sufferers a reprieve from their chronic stress by producing pleasure and reducing negative feelings, and may even slow their central nervous system. Untreated, trauma can lead to a vicious cycle where one condition feeds the other.
Holistic Healing
While medications such as antidepressants and antipsychotics can be effective in treating trauma symptoms, they may fall short in addressing the root cause. An integrative approach to trauma healing adds evidencebased therapies to tackle the underlying causes and promote long-term recovery.
Integrative Psychiatry
James Greenblatt, a board-certified functional and integrative psychiatrist and founder of Psychiatry Redefined, believes in a broader view of psychiatric care. “For example, if our patient is suffering from depression and we were to tell them they should exercise because it’s the best antidepressant we have, that could come off as incredibly insensitive, ruin our chances of gaining their trust and add to their feelings of helplessness and isolation. Alternatively, if we show them how to recover their motivation and energy, that is the way to begin the relationship.”
“Our bodies are different, and our genetics are different. How we react to stress and trauma are different too. I start with lab and genetic tests to see if there’s something I can optimize biologically. Then we supplement any nutritional deficiencies to restore their functionality and increase their energy. These tests also partially help inform the way we design the complementary healing modality plan. This is the piece that gets missed a lot,” says Greenblatt, adding that he tests depressed patients for a vitamin B12 deficiency, which may contribute to depression, anxiety and even psychosis.
Finding a Safe Place
Children are particularly susceptible to trauma, and an adverse childhood experience (ACE) can pose lifelong impacts. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 64 percent of adults say they have had at least one ACE, and 17 percent say they had four or more by age 18. ACEs can rob kids of the magic of childhood, disrupt their development and lead to maladaptive behaviors in adulthood.
Aimie Apigian, a double board-certified physician in preventative and addiction medicine and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated, started her work with attachment and trauma by working with adoptive families to help their children with attachment insecurity. She explains that childhood traumatic experiences can result in “underlying mistrust—literally wiring a child’s nervous system, brain and body for survival—and overwhelm connection, security and safety.”
Somatic therapy is one modality that Apigian integrates to assist individuals on their trauma-healing journey, helping them connect with their bodies, learn to understand its messages and resolve stored trauma. Apigian explains that just 10 minutes of sequential somatic exercises over 21 days can restore a sense of safety. “For each person, the specific improvement or the degree of improvement will be different, but there will be an improvement as soon as we shift our biology into one of safety rather than of danger.”
By following an essential sequence to safely address stored trauma through somatic exercises, Apigian says people “experience 30 percent less depression, 30 percent less anxiety, 30 percent fewer digestive issues, 30 percent improvement in energy and a 60 percent increase in their feelings of safety. The essential sequence has to start with creating a felt sense of safety, then a sense of support and then opening up while pacing our process. It is such a powerful way to empower them for their lifetime.”
Reaching Our Inner Child
Inner-child work can help develop a dialogue to reach the place where we hold past emotions, memories, beliefs, hopes and dreams. “I tell people when they’re starting this journey, if they put their hands on their belly above and below their bellybutton and just let the hands be there, that will calm down an aspect of us so that it begins to feel safe. It’s called the basic self,” says Dr. Lin Morel, a trauma management specialist and founder of Beyond Words Group. “It’s an aspect of our consciousness that is roughly 5 years old, if you were to give it an age. So it gets very fearful, and if it’s not loved, it will act out.”
According to Morel, embracing the basic self can help people out of some of the darkest corners of trauma. No stranger to childhood and adult trauma herself, she empowers her patients with the W.I.N. protocol (willingness, intention, neutrality), which offers them a fresh approach to handling challenges while developing their intuition and regulating emotions as a neutral observer.
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Mindful Self-Regulation
There is growing evidence that mindfulnessbased practices such as meditation and yoga aid in shifting focus from the negative to the positive aspects of experiences. These techniques calm the nervous system and empower individuals to take control of their narratives and become more resilient.
A 2017 review of trials involving 650 trauma sufferers that underwent mindfulnessbased stress reduction, yoga and mantra repetition was published in Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy. The researchers concluded that meditation was an effective treatment for PTSD and depression symptoms as compared to the control groups.
A 2022 systematic review of 149 records and 11 peer-reviewed articles published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that those that practiced yoga had an increased sense of self-compassion, felt more centered, developed coping skills, had a better mindbody relationship and improved their
relationships with others. Participants also experienced a feeling of safety in yoga classes that included others recovering from trauma.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a mind-body practice that uses a trance-like state of deep relaxation to treat psychological and emotional disorders. Guided imagery, progressive relaxation and suggestion therapy are used to explore thoughts, feelings and memories that may be hidden from the conscious mind. Selfhypnosis techniques are also taught for ongoing support, empowering individuals to continue their healing outside of therapy sessions. A 2016 meta-analysis published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis concluded that hypnosis is effective in alleviating PTSD symptoms.
“A miracle, simply, is a shift in the mind. Once you find the root cause of the problem in the mind and bring that to consciousness, we’re shifting from ego to true self, from fear to love, from illusion to truth,” says Matthew Brownstein, executive director of the Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy. “Through hypnotherapy, that shift is actually remarkably easy. You can shift as quickly as I can snap my fingers. So, basically, when you change your mind, everything changes. When a decision is made, it stays in place until you choose again.”
Carrie Gauthier is a writer in the healing arts with interests in clinical and transpersonal hypnotherapy.
Healing Power of Therapy Dogs
Benefits for Post-Traumatic Stress Sufferers
by Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN
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Pet therapy, also known as animalassisted therapy (AAT), has long been recognized for its therapeutic benefits across a range of mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psychiatric service dogs are empathetic in nature and intuitively respond to human emotions. These capacities allow them to provide comfort and support precisely when it’s needed, often without the need for verbal communication. These dogs are not just pets but vital partners in the journey toward mental and emotional healing.
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Psychiatric service dogs provide a calming presence, which is crucial for reducing anxiety and hypervigilance, common symptoms of PTSD. A study published in Frontiers in Psychology involving 134 veterans with service dogs found that trained skills such as calming and interrupting anxiety are highly valued by veterans with PTSD, suggesting their critical role in daily PTSD management. The study also noted that untrained behaviors of the dogs are often perceived as more beneficial than their trained
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tasks, highlighting the intrinsic value of simply having a dog as a companion.
A 2022 study of 82 post-9/11 military veterans published in PLOS ONE reported that their psychiatric service dogs helped them with PTSD by performing calming actions and interrupting the veterans’ disturbing behaviors and thoughts during anxiety episodes. Researchers noted that all of the tasks the dogs had been trained to perform were used daily by the veterans, providing benefits for nearly all PTSD symptoms, except amnesia and reckless behavior. The human-animal bond and untrained qualities, such as companionship, also significantly improved the participants’ symptoms and quality of life.
Psychiatric service dogs enhance emotional regulation and improve social interactions for PTSD sufferers. Their non-judgmental and accepting nature creates a safe space for individuals to explore and manage difficult emotions. Additional research reported in the European Journal of Psychotraumatology demonstrated significant improvements in emotional and attentional regulation among adolescents with PTSD that were asked to participate in a one-year dog-training program.
Challenges for Service Dogs
While the therapeutic benefits for the handlers are significant, the European Journal of Psychotraumatology study also noted that the dogs in the training programs exhibited increased anxiety and decreased attention. This highlights a critical aspect of AAT: The welfare of the animals must be considered alongside the therapeutic benefits. Training programs need to ensure that the dogs are not overly stressed or burdened by their roles.
Practical Advice for Prospective Handlers
Prospective handlers of psychiatric service dogs should choose programs that prioritize the well-being of both dogs and humans through training, support and follow-up care. Engaging with a psychiatric service dog is a significant commitment that requires
handlers to invest time in training and bonding with their dogs, as well as managing their emotional and physical needs to ensure a mutually beneficial relationship.
Understanding the legal rights pertaining to psychiatric service dogs, including accessibility in public spaces and accommodations, is crucial. Handlers should educate themselves about local and national laws that protect their rights and those of their service dogs.
Psychiatric Service Dog
Obtaining a psychiatric service dog involves careful consideration of the therapeutic benefits versus the potential stress on the animal. Look for reputable programs that train dogs to assist individuals with PTSD, while also prioritizing the welfare of the dogs and properly matching dogs and handlers.
The integration of psychiatric service dogs into mental health care offers more than just companionship; it opens a dynamic pathway for healing and managing PTSD symptoms. As we continue to explore and understand the unique bond between humans and animals, it becomes increasingly clear that dogs are not only cherished pets but also invaluable partners.
Ruth Roberts is an integrative veterinarian and holistic health coach for pets, as well as the creator of The Original CrockPet Diet. Learn more at DrRuthRoberts.com.
Marvelous Mushrooms
Celebrating a Culinary Powerhouse
by Marlaina Donato
September is National Mushroom Month, and with it comes bountiful inspiration to plate up some earthy goodness. Whether we follow the nearest woodland path to forage or visit the local market to stock up on our favorite fungi, autumn is the perfect time to appreciate the delicious world of edible mushrooms. From creamy vegan risotto to golden soups, or from daring sautés punctuated with chiles to savory broths, consuming more mushrooms benefits our palate and well-being.
Health Benefits
The Mayo Clinic reports that mushrooms help curb high blood pressure and protect us from neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Most
mushrooms available at the market are a good source of B vitamins and minerals, especially selenium-rich creminis and vitamin D-rich maitakes.
A 2021 Penn State study published in Advances in Nutrition involving data of more than 19,500 cancer patients over several decades reveals that individuals consuming one-eighth to one-quarter cup of mushrooms daily had a 45 percent lower risk of total cancer compared to those that did not. It is believed that the antioxidants ergothioneine and glutathione—present in all mushrooms—contribute to beneficial metabolic processes in the body. Other research is focused on a correlation between white button mushroom consumption and a lower risk of prostate and breast cancer.
Off the Trail and Into the Kitchen
Mushrooms have been used as both nourishment and medicine for ages, but their versatility in the kitchen is what delights Sharon Palmer, a plant-based dietician and author of California Vegan and The Plant-Powered Diet. “You can sauté or grill them as a side dish, stir them into soups and stews, add them to grain and pasta dishes, chop them into salads or bowls and include them in casseroles,” she advises. “Use finely chopped mushrooms in lentil patties, veggie burgers, veggie ‘meat’ balls and veggie loaves. You really can’t detect their texture, but you get that rich, savory flavor in the recipe.”
Palmer favors certain commonly available varieties: shiitake and trumpet mushrooms for their reliable, firm texture; oyster mushrooms for their delicate softness suited for stir fries; and petite enoki mushrooms for a crisp addition to salads. To obtain memorable flavor, gourmet varieties such as porcinis can be purchased dried and easily rehydrated for soups and sauces.
On the wilder side, foraged mushrooms such as golden chanterelles are an annual favorite among connoisseurs. “The mossy, old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest are some of my favorite fall destinations,” says Langdon Cook, a Seattle-based forager and author of The Mushroom Hunters, who recommends taking a foraging class or joining a mycological society for hands-on safety tips and in-the-field learning.
Cook notes that mushrooms are ideal for vegetarians and vegans because many
varieties are firm in texture and pair well with vegetables. “Black trumpet or yellowfoot mushrooms take a basic dish of creamy polenta to the next level, and most grains and pastas will benefit from the addition of fungi,” he asserts. “Try a dry sauté method: heating the mushrooms in a bare pan until they release their water, cooking off that liquid and then adding butter or oil near the end of the cooking process to brown them.”
While mushrooms can dress up gourmet dishes, they are surprisingly quick and easy for everyday eating, too. “You don’t need to fuss over mushrooms too much,” Palmer points out. “Just rinse in water and pat dry; then you’re ready to cook with them. My favorite way to cook mushrooms is to slice and sauté them in a small amount of olive oil with garlic and lemon as a side dish.”
Cook advises, “Don’t try to cook mushrooms too fast or over high heat. Medium heat is fine. Take your time. Mushrooms are mostly water, and you need to cook off that liquid content to give them a nice sear.” He underscores the importance of cooking wild mushrooms fully to prevent digestive upset, especially morels, which “absolutely cannot be served raw or undercooked.”
Palmer concurs, saying, “Eating raw mushrooms may cause mild GI [gastrointestinal] issues in some people; cooking the mushrooms typically eliminates this issue.” She also suggests covering the pot or pan when cooking them in soups or stews to lock in flavor and nutrition.
For Cook, the magical lure of mushrooms goes beyond the tastebuds. “To me, morels mean springtime trips to woodlands reawakening from winter slumbers with birdsong and snowmelt, and porcinis mean long summer hikes to subalpine meadows in the Rockies and North Cascades,” he says.
Marlaina Donato is an author, painter and recording artist. Connect at BluefireStudio.art.
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Anxiety and Stress Relief with Effortless Meditation™ – 6:30-7:45pm. Physicians recommend this meditation technique as a key to self-care. Gain relief from - insomnia, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, OCD, and more. FREE Introduction, Twin Ponds Holistic Health, West LV - Breinigsville, Greg Schweitzer, D.Ay, Pre-register, 610-670-6700.
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Sunday, September 15
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Saturday, September 28
Mediumship with Psychic/Intuitive –10am-5pm. Jacqueline LeClaire. This fun and educational workshop will have you leaving understanding your own Readings and ready to offer Mediumship Readings to friends, family, and clients! $150 Results Wellness Center, Bath, PA. Pre-register 484-264-3889.
Sunday, September 29
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Sunday
Sunday Services – Metaphysical and non-denominational. Rev. Lloyd Moll, Pastor –Unique Sunday services 10:30am. All welcome! St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington St Allentown. 610-776-7211.
Co-Dependent Anonymous – CoDA is a 12-Step Fellowship of men and women with a common purpose to recover from codependence. The only requirement for membership in CoDA is a desire for healthy and loving relationships. 7pm, Unity Church, 26 N. 3rd St., Emmaus. Call 610-704-6963 or visit Coda.org.
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Services
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Acupuncture
EASTMAN ACUPUNCTURE
LAURA EASTMAN, M.AC., L.AC. 1617 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18102 484-425-2865 www.eastman-acupuncture.com
Eastman Acupuncture provides high quality, individualized acupuncture treatments to the Lehigh Valley community. We see patients for a wide range of symptoms such as pain, headaches, neuropathy, digestive issues, incontinence, anxiety and much more. We use a variety of techniques including Dr. Tan’s Balance Method, Master Tung points and electroacupuncture.
LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC
Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac.
Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd. Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-395-5509 LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com
LiveWell Integrated Health offers traditional Chinese acupuncture, chiropractic, body work, and nutritional and lifestyle coaching. Being healthy is a lifestyle choice...choose to LiveWell. See ad, page 15.
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Bodywork
MARIE RUXTON THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Marie Ruxton CMT, CN 628 Chestnut St., Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-2500
Marie is a certified massage therapist trained since 1997 in Advanced Myofascial Release Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, Ear Candling, Homeopathy and Holistic Nutrition. Offers comprehensive custom bodywork for those wanting to overcome chronic pain and movement problems. Sessions range from a (2 hour) Head to Toe meltdown massage to “Just Neck and Head” massage for those needing stress relief. Gift certificates available. See ad, page 10.
Chiropractor
ASSOCIATED CHIROPRACTIC
Dr. Joseph A. Perelli 656 5th St., Whitehall, PA 18052 610-266-6111
AssociatedChiropractic.com
Dr. Perelli has served the Lehigh Valley for 31 years delivering natural, hands-on chiropractic care for neck, mid-back, low back and extremity conditions. He specializes in sports, auto and work comp injuries with various holistic treatments to get you back to your pre-injury status quickly.
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Ayurveda Practitioner
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Leah Mary Quirk soulnaturalalchemy@outlook.com www.soulnaturalalchemy.com
LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC
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I am a certified Ayurveda Practitioner and energy healer. Did you know that 80% of Americans have parasites? Cancer, Autoimmune, Digestive, Neurological, and Mental Health conditions can be caused by parasites. I work to get my clients properly digesting and eliminating along with diet, lifestyle changes, and custom herbal formulas to get real results.
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Clinical Nutritionist
BETHLEHEM NUTRITION & WELLNESS CENTER
Kathy Harrington, MS Functional Medical Nutritionist 3400 Bath Pike, Ste. 101 Bethlehem 610-419-3909 www.BethlehemNutrition.com
Bethlehem Nutrition & Wellness Center, we give you the tools to bring you and your family into a state of optimal health. Using the most advanced nutritional testing available, we look for the underlying cause of your health problems. Once the underlying cause is addressed not only do symptoms go away, but your overall health can also be greatly improved. See ad, page 9.
Coaching
KC COACHING & MINDFULNESS LLC
Kathy Lockett www.connectwithkc.com kathy@connectwithkc.com 610-569-5022
Life Coach and Meditation Instructor. Recovering from infidelity and divorce, I rebuilt my life and found joy again. I am grateful for my experiences and passionate about empowering and walking with women in similar situations. If you are ready to be empowered and create your best life, call for a complimentary 1:1 coaching session.
Counseling - Holistic
SMART SOLUTIONS AND CREATIVE HOLISTIC THERAPY
Rev. Lyn S. Felix, MSW, LCSW, CHT, RM 3037 S. Pike Ave. #105, Allentown PA 18103
610-282-0709
CreativeHolisticTherapy.com
A holistic, highly intuitive counselor, coach and vibrational chakra rebalancing practitioner who supports you in getting unstuck and moving forward. Using mindfulness, hypnotherapy, EFT, Reiki, tuning forks, breathwork, and more, Rev. Lyn guides you step by step from chaos to calm and confidence. Insurances & Private Pay. Free Phone Consultation.
Depression
TMS CENTER
Dr. Paul Gross
401 N. 17th St., Suite 304, Allentown, PA 610-820-0700
www.Tmslv.com
Thousands in the Lehigh Valley struggle with depression every day, but thanks to the TMS Center of the Lehigh Valley, they are not alone in their fight. We are the region’s first transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment facility and one of the most experienced centers on the east coast, having performed over ten thousand TMS treatments. See ads, pages 2.
Energy Enhancement Systems (EES)
INFINITE ENERGY OF ALLENTOWN
484-498-4918
InfiniteEnergyAllentown@gmail.com https://InfiniteEnergyAllentown.com
Infinite Energy of Allentown THE FUTURE IS NOW
The EE System generates bio-active energy fields called “Scalar Waves”. These promote wellness, cell regeneration, improved immune function, relieve pain, body detoxification, elevated mood, and balancing of the right and left-brain hemispheres for increased energy levels. Ultimately, it assists in facilitating an optimal healing environment that can assist the body to begin healing itself.
Events & Retreats Resort
MAGNOLIA STREAMSIDE RESORT
570 595-2489
2518 Route 390 Canadensis, PA 18325 magnoliastreamside.com
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Magnolia Streamside Resort offers streamside lodging and a one-of-a-kind event wedding venue. From the chapel in our enchanted forest to festivities in a 4,000 ft pavilion surrounded by a gorgeous mountain stream. Magnolia is a perfect destination wedding resort venue. We invite you to enjoy the privacy and exclusivity of this nature oasis for a wholesome wedding weekend experience or a perfect getaway with your friends and family. See ad, page 17.
Food & Nutrition
HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES AND CAFE SANTOSHA
Dianne & Lloyd Burg 7150 Hamilton Blvd Trexlertown, PA 610-366-9866
www.HealthyAlt.com
Dianne and Lloyd Burg opened Healthy Alternatives in 1994 to help people live a healthy lifestyle. As a registered nurse, Dianne saw a lot of hospital patients who weren’t getting better with traditional treatment. She started studying natural remedies to help them heal. Dietary changes and homeopathy seemed promising, but no one offered these solutions. The Burgs wanted to change that, so they decided to open Healthy Alternatives. See ad, page 28.
Funeral Services
NICOS C. ELIAS FUNERAL HOME, INC
Nicos C. Elias, Supervisor Allentown, PA 610-433-2200
Nicos@EliasFuneralHome.com EliasFuneralHome.com
Mr. Elias offers several different green and eco-friendly funeral plans using biodegradable caskets, preservation without chemicals. A natural, back to the earth approach. Biodegradable urns for those choosing cremation.
Green Cemetery
GREEN MEADOWS AT FOUNTAIN HILL CEMETERY
1121 Graham Street, Fountain Hill, PA 18015 610-868-4840
GreenMeadowPA.org
The only green cemetery in the Lehigh Valley. A cemetery of wildflowers and grasses native to Pennsylvania. Return to the natural cycle of life to nourish the soil, green the meadow and live on. Nondenominational. Non-profit. Speakers available to visit organizations. See ad, page 18.
Hyperbaric Therapy
ELIXIR HEALTH & WELLNESS
1021 Main St., Bethlehem PA 18018 elixirbethlehem@gmail.com www.ElixirLV.com
Elixir Health & Wellness is an east meets west, holistic approach for longevity and anti-aging. We offer mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (mHBOT), Red Light Therapy, Compression Therapy, and Metabolomic testing. These can be combined to optimize health or be used as stand alone therapies for specific goals. Protocols are tailored to each individual client. See ad, page 19.
Hypnosis & Hypnosis Training
STREAM HYPNOSIS, LLC
40 South 5th St Suite 203 Allentown 18101 570-617-5325
vperweiss@streamhypnosis.com www.streamhypnosis.com
Achieve your personal best in sports, sales public speaking and more. Whether you need to eliminate chronic pain, achieve your ideal body weight, reduce stress, or kick the smoking habit hypnosis is a useful tool that can help you move forward. Individual and group sessions, remote and in person sessions. Board Certified Hypnotist with NGH. See ad, page 19.
RESULTS WELLNESS CENTER, LLC
Jacqueline LeClaire
6120 W. Main Blvd., Bath, PA 18014
484-264-3889
JacquelineLeClaire.com
Become a Certified Hypnotherapist / Become a Certified Reiki Practitioner, Usui Master. Jacqueline LeClaire is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Master Trainer with the International Association of Counselors and Therapists and Reiki Master for over two decades. She is the owner of Results Wellness Center, LLC. See ad, page 7.
Kangen Water
KANGEN WATER®️
PERI MARANDO
Enagic Independent Distributor
732-977-0803
www.pathtowardslife.com
www.kangenwaterpoconos.com
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Since 1974, Enagic® has been a leading innovator of pure water technology and has transformed the way we look at water and its role in a healthy and vibrant life. Enagic® specializes in producing ionized alkaline water systems that transform ordinary tap water into healthy, hydrating, alkaline Kangen Water® for cooking, cleaning, drinking and sanitizing. See ad, page 4.
Landscaping
BEAR CREEK ORGANICS
570-582-0615
BearCreekOrganics@gmail.com BearCreekOrganics.com
We create organic and ecological edible landscapes. With mother nature as our teacher, and extensive knowledge of edible plants,. We develop beautiful food production systems that support your needs and the needs of the natural wildlife. No matter the size of your budget we will help you create an edible landscape that is right for you. See ad, page 8.
Marketing
NATURAL AWAKENINGS
DR. DEKA RODGER ND, MBA Owner/Publisher 610-421-4443
Massage
KONNECTIONS MASSAGE
Kathy Hatcher, LMT 656 5th St., Whitehall, PA 18052 610-266-6111
KonnectionsMassage.com
Kathy has been administering deep tissue, therapeutic, medical, pregnancy and aromatherapy massage since 1996. Her NEWEST services are Ionic Foot Cleanse Detoxification as well as Red-light therapy for non-surgical weight loss and chronic pain management. Insurance billing for massage available.
Naturopath
NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC
Tina Stashko, PhD MIfHI Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-8132
NaturalHealthPromotion.net
Specializing in preventative healthcare, digestion and nutrient absorption, and thyroid and adrenal health. Modalities such as iridology, sclerology and biochemical balancing enable the development of your unique program for optimum health. These programs are easy to follow and incorporate into your daily life. Reach your full health potential! See ad, page 23.
Physical Therapy
LIGHT THE PATH PHYSICAL THERAPY
Kyle S. Kasman, PT, DPT 484-781-5341
Kyle@lightthepathphysicaltherapy.com Lightthepathphysicaltherapy.com
Wellness Spa
MAGNOLIA INN & WELLNESS CENTER
570 671-2121
11 Knob Road Mt Poconos, PA 18325 magnoliapoconos.com
oksanna@magnloiapoconos.com
Magnolia Inn & Wellness Center is state of an art wellness hub that offers an extensive array of cutting-edge wellness modalities like Floating Therapy, Cryotherapy, IV Therapy, Colon Hydrotherapy and so much more. Our medical director, therapists, and staff are committed to helping our clients achieve TRUE health by accessing their optimal vitality and longevity. Membership programs are available and designed to make our services accessible to our local community. See ad, page 17.
Wellness Spapothecary
HERBS TO YOUR SUCCESS
Vanessa Sabatine
64 South Main St., Nazareth, PA 18064
610-365-8996 • HerbsToYourSuccess.com
Herbs to Your Success is a health & wellness spa located in Nazareth, offering multiple holistic spa experiences and herbal remedies. We also offer a wide selection of essential oils, teas, skincare, make-up and more! We provide high quality spa services to our customers and our friendly and courteous staff guarantees exceptional customer service. See ad, page 14.
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Due to his extensive background in business and marketing and built his own practice through the Natural Awakenings magazine he can take businesses to the next level. Also, with a strong background in keeping fit and understanding all aspects of exercising, he promotes B3 Science, an advanced method of achieving better fitness results in 1/2 the time. He also teaches a Nutrition Certification Course over a 6-month period, students completing this course and passing all exams can put the designation CNC after their name. See ads, pages 2 & back page.
Kyle started his mobile practice to offer high-quality care where every patient feels heard. His services include one-on-one inhome appointments to provide convenient treatment that fits your busy schedule. Evidencebased techniques and taskspecific activities are incorporated into each patient’s plan of care that are relevant to their goals. See ad, page 19.
A festive array of vendors of gemstone trees, crystals, soaps, essential oils, artwork, photography, incense, books, healers, readers, reiki, tarot, and much more. Food, baked goods, and gourmet coffee are available for purchase. Free admission.
Saturday, December 14 Sunday, December 15 10am-5pm
Leesport Farmers Market, 312 Garnets Church Rd, Leesport. 570-573-1561. LadyLynora.com/Holiday-Bazaar.
Nutrition Course
September 15, 2024 finishes January 19, 2025
Through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants (AANC) Doctor of Naturopathy and Clinical Nutritionist Dr. Derek Rodger (ND) prepares students to pass the Certified Nutritional Consultants Exam. Once qualified you are entitled to use the designation CNC after your name and practice as a Nutritionist. Certified Nutritional Consultants (CNC) can work in hospitals, clinics, private practice settings alongside acupuncturists, mental health professionals, physical therapists, doctors and chiropractors, as well as a consultant in schools, businesses, health food stores, spas and health clubs.
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Today's economists have determined that the natural health field is the fastest growing industry in the U.S. today. It goes without saying that people are getting more concerned about their personal health and their families health. Just take a look at this picture below and ask yourself, what type of life are you planning for yourself.
in 6 Months and put the letters CNC after your name. This recognized qualification is obtained through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants, AANC.
Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Derek Rodger (ND) Course Instructor
“If the doctors of today do not become the nutritionists of tomorrow, then the nutritionists of today will become the doctors of tomorrow”. (Rockefeller Institute of Medical Research)
The course includes 12 modules, and classes meet twice a month on Sundays 9 am - 1pm . All modules are taught by Dr. Derek Rodger (ND). Course fee is $1794 and can be paid over 6 monthly installments at $299 per month.
Natalie, who flew in from Chicago every 2 weeks to do the CNC program has passed her Certified Nutritional Consultant and can now proudly put the letters CNC after her name: I met Dr. Rodger (ND) before I took his Nutrition Course and it was his knowledge and experience that drew me to choose his class over others. I am so very glad I did as, I'm positive I wouldn't have learnt what I did with other teachers. I'm not sure I would have had such an inspirational teacher with highly motivational lectures.
Every student receives a free 90 minute private nutritional consultation with Dr. Rodger (ND) 89.
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or Tel: 908-223-8899
Alessandra, already had her nutritional degree, before she came on the course. I'm so proud of myself for finishing this the course and the exam. It was a great experience and I truly learned a lot.There are so many opportunities out there for me in my career to help others. I'll be attending the Natural Gourmet Institute which has a strong focus on a plant based diet. I look forward to helping others achieve a healthy lifestyle as a CNC and chef!
A library of material becomes yours following course completion. The course includes 11 modules and the classes meet on a Sunday morning 9-1 pm. The course fee is $1950 and can be paid over 6 months at $325.
If you would like to attend this educational course, which will clearly change your life from a nutritional perspective. More detailed information is sent out to students who are interested, sign up by going to: www.NutritionalConsultants.org
A library of material becomes yours following course completion.