Below is our list of upcoming events as well as the descriptions of each of our lectures. Dr. Pawsat and Dr. Blakeney are available for group presentations. If you are affiliated with a work, church, social, or support group that might be interested, please let us know. Shannon can be reached at 517-324-9400 to discuss the lecture calendar and potential topics for discussion.
The following is a shedule of events. Limited space is available at some locations. Please call us at 324-9400 or e-mail shannon@cfohealth.com to reserve your seat.
Gentle Yoga Flow
Mondays, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
September 13 through November 1
8 week course-Session fee $88.00
In response to many requests, we are offering yoga at the beginners level, Gentle Yoga Flow. This gentle style of yoga addresses focus, breathing, balance, and openness. Students are encouraged to release tension, expectations and judgments, be in the present moment. This is a class for students new to moving their body, modifying and skipping postures as needed is always encouraged.
60-minutes.
Call 517-324-9400 to register today! Class size is limited.
Our Instructor:
Lauren Long began her journey with yoga in Charleston, South Carolina. In 2008 she received RYT200 certification in Vinyasa Flow. The following year she completed Joseph LePage's Integrated Yoga Therapy 500 hour E-RYT program. She has a passion for fun, spirited classes that emphasize alignment and flow. In group classes her goal is for every student to learn something new about themselves every time they come to the mat.
Join us for
A Day with the"Bra Ladies"!
Wednesday, September 15th
10:00 until 2:00
If you did not have an opportunity to meet the Bra Ladies at our event in the Spring you should make an appointment to meet them now. Their information and products were very well received by those that joined us.
The "Bra Ladies", have been invited to spend the day with us educating our clients and offering private fitting sessions. The education that will be provided is a valuable and unique source of information about breast health for women of all ages. The "Bra Ladies", representing Essential Bodywear, will share their terrific level of knowledge pertaining to the physical issues created by improperly fitting bras. They will be offering private fitting sessions and sharing their wealth of knowledge about the proper fit for your body.
The right bra can reduce shoulder stress caused by straps, improve posture and eliminate stress in the neck and upper back. 85% of women wear the wrong bra size, are you one of them? Schedule your fitting to find out!
Call today 517-324-9400! 15 minutes is all it takes.
Dr. David Pawsat & Dr. Christine Blakeney
join together to share their wealth of knowledge about
weight reduction and hormonal balance in this unique presentation.
Wednesday, September 15
6:00 p.m.
Hannah Community Center
East Lansing
Weight loss goes far beyond eating less and exercising more. In this enlightening presentation about the importance of maintaining hormone balance, Dr. Pawsat and Dr. Blakeney share practical wisdom about hormones in aging and what can be done to maintain vitality, wellness, and longevity while honoring the natural design of the body.
Weight gain, fatigue, irritability, memory loss, and decreased sexual desire are all symptoms of declining hormone function. Learn about hormonal imbalances and how they cause weight gain, muscle loss, and your ability to exercise.
Call 517-324-9400 today to reserve your seat.This seminar is free of charge. Join us and bring a friend to have all of your questions about hormones and weight reduction answered.
Energized by Nature - Rekindling our Connection
at The Center for Optimal Health
Wednesday, September 22nd
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Session fee: $15.00
Join Minnie Kansman, a Master feng shui consutant and teacher for a beautiful presentation designed to deepen your relationship to the natural world.
With so much turbulance and unrest in our lives at this time, Nature is our one true place of solace and grounding. It is the place where we can go time and time again to remember to be present with ourselves and our surroundings. Nature is also our most plentiful source of unconditional life force energy as she feeds our soul with the peacfullness of her nurturing. Learn how to easily tap into this energy for your health, happiness and well-being.
Minnie will also be offering and signing her book Spirit Gardens: Rekindling our Nature Connection
Minnie Kansman and her business Eco~Balance Humanity in Harmony with Nature have been assisting others with Feng Shui, Soul Coaching, and the Nature Spirit Connection since 1994. She is a certified Master Feng Shui Consultant and Educator, and lives lightly on the land, honoring the power of Spirit in all things. Minnie is also the author of Spirit Gardens: Rekindling our Nature Connection available on-line at www.minniekansman.com
Register today by calling our office, 517-324-9400!
Prolotherapy: Live Pain Free
Thursday, September 30
6:00 to 7:00 pm
Hannah Community Center
East Lansing
Dr. Pawsat is excited to offer Prolotherapy, a new service for patients living with chronic pain due to damaged or weak tendons, ligaments, and joints. He will be presenting information about this exciting treatment option at this free seminar.
The following is information about Prolotherapy. More information can be found under the "Services" tab.
What is Prolotherapy?
Prolotherapy is a well-established orthopedic procedure that stimulates the body's innate
ability to heal and strengthen damaged ligaments, tendons, and joints weakened by over-use or traumatic injury. "Prolo" is short for proliferation, the treatment is considered "Prolo"therapy because it causes proliferation (growth, formation) of new ligament tissue in areas where it has become weak. The ligaments and tendons are treated with Prolotherapy to eliminate pain and increase
ease of movement.
Common conditions that respond well to Prolotherapy:
Back and neck pain
Sciatica
Degenerative arthritis
Torn ligaments and cartilage
Degenerated disks
Headache
Tennis elbow
Rotator cuff tears
Knee injuries
Foot and ankle injuries
Platar Fascitis
Fibromyalgia
Join us to learn more and find out it Prolotherapy is right for you.
Register today by calling
517-324-9400.
Other lecture descriptions:
It's Not Your Attitude...It's Your Deficiencies
Understanding Weight Management through Hormonal & Nutritional Balance
Weight loss goes far beyond eating less and exercising more. In this enlightening presentation about the importance of maintaining hormone balance, Dr. Pawsat shares practical wisdom about hormones in aging and what can be done to maintain vitality, wellness, and longevity while honoring the natural design of the body.
Weight gain, fatigue, irritability, memory loss, and decreased sexual desire are all symptoms of declining hormone function. Learn about hormonal imbalances and how they cause weight gain, muscle loss, and your ability to exercise.
Overcoming Fatigue
Balancing Life, Hormones and Nutrition
Exhausted, worn out, can't seem to regain your normal energy level no matter what you have tried? We have created a society that moves faster than the pace of life. We live in a world that pushes us to the limits of our capabilities, but what is the solution?
Adrenal dysfunction is one of the most prevalent conditions of the last 20 years, however, it is rarely diagnosed. In his address, Dr. Pawsat will explain the role of stress in chronic disease, and will discuss proper hormonal & nutritional balance for ending chronic fatigue.
Hormonal Health & Balance: Solving the Menopause Puzzle
All of the hormones in your body were designed to work together. When one is altered, due to age or environment, it will effect the actions of all of the other hormones in your body.
In this presentation participants will learn about the key role of hormones in wellness. Dr. Pawsat and Dr. Blakeney explain the body's need for hormone balance and proper nutrition, and how this critical balance affects the prevention of chronic disease.
You won't want to miss this insightful look at health and wellness.
Hope & Healing
Breast Cancer Prevention
& Recovery
So much emphasis is placed on the diagnosis and the cure for Breast Cancer and not enough time on prevention. Understanding measures that may reduce the risk of ever developing cancer and ways of creating wellness in the aftermath should be more of a priority in medicine.
In his presentation, Dr. David Pawsat shares the latest advancements in medicine, research and nutrition for preventing common cancers and optimizing recovery.
This seminar is for patients, loved ones, caregivers, or anyone concerned about this disease that affects so many women. Join us to learn about what you can do today to create wellness for your future.
Nutrition, Learning & Nurturing
A Comprehensive Approach to treating ADD, ADHD &
Autism Spectrum Disorders
In her presentation, Dr. Christine Blakeney speaks about family dynamics in the face of learning disabilities and behavioral disorders and how advancements in medicine can identify new pathways for overcoming these challenges.
GI disorders, metabolic issues, and nutritional sensitivities impact a child’s behavior, attention and general health. Dr. Blakeney will discuss focused, comprehensive testing and treatment options to help families effectively manage these issues.
Protecting Your Health in Times of Stress
If you experience significant stress in your life on a frequent basis, you're not alone. In this fast-paced, complex world where people live and work, stress is almost a given fact of life. While a certain degree of stress in life is to be expected, if a stress load continues over a long period of time the effects on the body can be damaging, resulting in chronic health symptoms and an increased risk of stress-related illnesses.
In his presentation, Dr. Pawsat explains the physical manifestations of chronic stress and shares important information about the role of nutrition and hormonal balance in navigating these challenges.
A Walk Down Memory Lane
Protection & Restoration of Brain Health & Memory
In his presentation, Dr. Pawsat shares new scientifically driven techniques in hormone, drug, and nutrient therapies for slowing the decline of brain function. Learn about risk factors, susceptibility and what you can do now to maintain proper brain function throughout life.
Heart Disease Prevention: Looking Beyond Cholesterol
Protecting yourself against heart disease requires more than lowering your cholesterol levels. Normal cholesterol levels are found in 50% of the people that are hospitalized with heart attacks each year. In addition, 25% of people who develop premature heart attacks do not show any traditional risk factors. If our cholesterol level does not determine our heart health, what does?
In Dr. Pawsat's lecture he will discuss emerging risk factors implicated in heart disease. You will also learn about the role of inflammation, hormones and heredity in heart disease. He will discuss the difficulties with cholesterol lowering drugs, natural therapies for reducing heart disease, and the advances in nutrigenomic testing.
Nutrition, Learning & Nurturing: New Thoughts for Helping Children Learn
Dr. Pawsat speaks about how family dynamics are affected in the face of nutritional and hormonal imbalances. We want to be good parents, we want to give our children every possible opportunity for success, but today’s world presents challenges.
Learn about poor concentration, anxiety, stress, ADD and other behavioral difficulties and how they can be affected with positive lifestyle changes. These daily struggles with behavior create frustration for the whole family. Understanding how to effectively manage these issues can be the bridge to success.
Take Care of Your Business...Take Care of Yourself
Dr. Pawsat will explain how hormonal and nutritional health are essential for restoring a vital balance to your lives. Learn how this balance can help you regain your energy, sharpen your decision making skills, regenerate productivity and enjoyment in your work and personal life.
Ultrametabolism: The Simple Plan for Automatic Weight Loss
Dr. Blakeney will present the life changing nutrition plan outlined in Dr. Mark Hyman’s book, Ultrametabolism: The Simple Plan for Automatic Weight Loss. This program teaches the science of how food talks to our genes, how eating the right foods results in weight loss and health, and eating the wrong foods results in weight gain and disease.
