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The Center For The Improvement Of Human Functioning International
A Non-profit Medical, Research and Educational Organization
3100 North Hillside Avenue, Wichita, KS 67219 USA
Phone: 316-682-3100; Fax: 316-682-5054
Spring 2008 Lunch & Lecture Classes
Sponsored by The Wacker Foundation — Medical Research in Learning & Behavior
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Don't miss out on The Bright Spot's Lunch & Lecture series! Come learn first hand from The Center's medical doctors and staff on current health topics.
Our Lunch & Lecture series brings you food for thought along with nourishment for your body. Lunch & Lectures are just * (including lunch).
Health Hunters members may attend for $10.00. Anyone can
join Health Hunters ($25 a year) to receive 10 issues
of a lively, informative newsletter and discounts on classes, books, tapes, and nutrients.
Lectures begin at promptly at 12:00 Noon, and conclude at 12:50 p.m. A question and answer session follows each lecture. The Taste Of Health Restaurant begins serving lunch at 11:30 a.m. for those who want to come early. It is OK to eat during the lecture.
Seating is limited, so please make reservations by noon the day before the lecture.
Call 316-682-3100 For Reservations or
click the button below to register on-line.
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Video/Audio tapes are available for sale at our Gift of Health store.
Check out the Menu for the Lunch & Lecture Day.
Thursday Evening, April 3, 2008
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Hors d'oeuvres - 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
| Recent Research on the Role of Diet
in Cancer Development and Recovery
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Aileen Burford-Mason, Ph.D.
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The relationship between diet and cancer is
no longer disputed, with approximately 30%
to 40% of cancers now directly linked to poor
nutrition. This talk explores the dietary practices that appear to increase cancer risk, as well
as the emerging evidence that dietary reform
can help prevent cancer and reduce the risk of reoccurrence.
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Thursday, April 10, 2008
| Supporting the Health of the
Gallbladder Naturally: Part 1
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Chad Krier, N.D., D.C.
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Twenty percent of women and eight percent
of men over the age of 40 will experience gall-
stones. Each year around 300,000 Americans
have their gallbladders removed. Gallbladder
disease is largely thought to exist as a result
of the SAD (Standard American Diet). Part 1
of the gallbladder series will focus on causal
factors leading to gallbladder disease. We will
explore preventative lifestyle factors that can
be implemented simply into daily life.
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Thursday, April 17, 2008
| Healthy Eating Tips for Vegetarians
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Rebecca Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D.
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Vegetarian diets can be a healthy option for
many people. Some vegetarian diets, however,
can be very poor. There are a few pitfalls to
avoid. Come join Dr. Kirby and learn about
healthy, balanced vegetarian choices and protein smarts.
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Thursday, April 24, 2008
| Lose Weight and Control Prediabetes
with the Unique Power of PGXTM
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Ron Hunninghake, M.D.
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The University of Toronto has developed a new
and completely natural super fiber that lowers
the glycemic index of anything you eat, reduces
insulin resistance, restores healthy gut flora,
controls appetite, and facilitates the loss of body fat. Join Dr. Ron and learn more about
the unique properties of PGX.TM
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Thursday, May 1, 2008
| Migraines:
Prevention and Natural Treatments
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Donald R. Davis, Ph.D.
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Migraines are typically throbbing, one-sided
headaches, usually with nausea, vomiting, and
sensitivity to light and noise. If you or a friend
are among the 10% to 15% of Americans who
suffer migraines, come learn about many natural ways to prevent or greatly diminish these debilitating headaches, without the side effects and cost of commonly used drugs.
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Thursday, May 8, 2008
| Supporting the Health of the Gallbladder
Naturally: Part 2
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Chad Krier, N.D., D.C.
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In this presentation, Dr. Krier will continue
his discussion of supporting the health of the
gallbladder naturally. In Part 2 of the gallblad-
der series, he will explore the use of nutrient
and botanical therapy in supporting healthy
gallbladder function.
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Thursday, May 15, 2008
| Healing the Body With the Mind
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Mary Braud, M.D.
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Research has proven that the mind is a very
powerful tool. Dr. Braud will discuss and
demonstrate techniques you can use to heal a
variety of physical ailments. Come learn how
to harness this mind-body power and focus it
to heal your body.
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Thursday, May 22, 2008
| The Newest Methods
in Organic Pest Control
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Gary Branum, Ph.D. & Nick Ball
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As any gardener knows, pests are part of a
gardenšs life cycle, whether they are insects, rodents, or weeds. As gardeners, we need to control
these pests as much as possible. As knowledge
and technology evolve, better methods of pest
control become available. This discussion will
focus on some of the newer methods of organic
pest control and it will also revisit some of the
old tried-and-true methods.
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