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| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) |
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) |
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
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Natural Treatments for Chronic Pain
WITH: Dr. Brian Gluvic, ND
LOCATION: Choices Markets South Surrey, 3248 King George Boulevard, South Surrey, BC
TO REGISTER: please call 604-541-3902 Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, or visit the customer service counter at our South Surrey store. $5 will be collected at the door with net proceeds for charity.
DETAILS: Dr. Brian Gluvic will discuss dietary and nutritional factors that can reduce chronic pain and the use of pain medications. He will also present an approach combining various treatments including acupuncture, injection therapies and physical therapies to address more severe cases of chronic pain.
Dr. Brian Gluvic is a Naturopathic Physician at the Village Health Clinic which offers naturopathic medical and midwifery care. He has a family practice with an interest in pediatrics, food allergies, digestive disorders, chronic pain and fatigue syndromes. He is board certified in acupuncture and intravenous chelation therapies and teaches pediatrics at the local naturopathic medical school. For a consultation please call 604-575-7275. www.villagehealthclinic.ca. |
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| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) |
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
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Beyond Canada's Food Guide: The Low GI Approach
WITH: Laura Kalina, RD, & Cheryl Christian, Certified Personal Trainer
LOCATION: Canadian Memorial Centre For Peace, 1825 W.16th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C.
TO REGISTER: please call 604-736-0009 Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. $10 will be collected at the door. Net proceeds to charity.
DETAILS: Authors of Low-glycemic Meals in Minutes, Laura Kalina, Registered Dietitian, & Cheryl Christian, Certified Personal Trainer, will give an informative preseentation on:
* The Glycemic Index - What it is and how to make it work for you
* Eating to attain and maintain your healthy weight
* Cellular Nutrition
* Meals in minutes - Preparing FAST, healthy, low-glycemic meals in minutes
* Steps to a fitter you! |
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| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) |
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
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Treating Autoimmune Disease with Chinese Medicine
WITH: Travis McIndow, TCMP
LOCATION: Choices Markets Kelowna, 1937 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC
REGISTRATION: Call (250) 862-4864 from 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, or stop by the store. $5 will be collected at the door with net proceeds going to local charity.
DETAILS: Come join us for interesting information on the treatment of various autoimmune diseases with acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Travis McIndoe received both Doctor of Acupuncture and Master Herbalist diplomas from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a satellite school of the prestigious Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. He lived in Asia for over ten years and received training in Taiwan and China obtaining certificates from both Zhe Zhang University of Chinese Medicine in Hang Zhou and the Taiwan International Medical Training Center in Taipei. |
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| Apr 4th, 2010 (Sun) |
11:00 AM |
| May 8th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Gluten-Free Fair - Kelowna
Choices Markets and the Canadian Celiac association have joined forces once again to host the Second Annual Gluten-Free Fair at Choices Markets’ Kelowna location, Saturday, May 8 from 9am–4pm.
Gluten-free living doesn’t have to be boring—this is what Choices’ Annual Gluten-Free Fair hopes to make clear for those living with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. From 9:00am–12:00pm, the event will kick off with lectures by Choices’ own dietitian Desiree Nielsen, RD and local naturopathic physician Dr. Garret Swetlikoff. Elana Westers will also be participating in the festivities by hosting a gluten-free baking demonstration. Those who are new to the gluten free diet will gain a solid understanding of Celiac Disease and the gluten free diet. For Celiac veterans, this event will go into depth on the many conditions associated with Celiac Disease and how to thrive on a gluten free diet.
Celiac disease affects 1 in 100 people, but 97% go undiagnosed. With case numbers on the rise, Kelowna Celiac Association chair, Angela Petrie stresses the need for an event such as this. “If you or someone you know has unexplained symptoms [associated with gluten-containing foods], this may be one of the most important seminars you have ever attended.” Some of the many symptoms of celiac disease include unexplained low iron, recurring or persistent diarrhea or constipation, stomach pain, bone and joint pain, depression, infertility, recurrent miscarriages, and migraines. beyond
Choices’ Dietitian, Desiree Nielsen stresses the importance of helping people get past simply surviving without gluten: “Living Gluten Free is about more than just finding gluten free foods: as we learn more about the nature of gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease, we have the opportunity to go beyond just gluten free. We have the resources to help people thrive with a nutritious diet that explores new foods and cuisines and makes food fun again.”
Registration for the morning of the event is necessary and space is limited to 50 spots. All who register for the lectures will receive a complimentary gift bag full of coupons and delicious gluten-free goodies.
To register, call Choices Market Kelowna at 250-862-4864 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. Admission fee is $15 at the door. All net proceeds will benefit the local chapter of the Celiac Association.
For those interested in tasting just how good gluten-free can be, there will be complimentary samples of gluten-free foods available from 11:00am–4:00pm. Registration not required for food samplers.
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The Canadian Celiac Association is a volunteer-based registered charity that provides resources and support to people with celiac disease. It also hosts and promotes public awareness and research initiatives within the community. For more information on the Kelowna chapter of the Celiac Association, visit www.kelownaceliac.org.
Choices Markets is recognized as one of the leading suppliers of gluten-free products in Western Canada and is proud to carry an extensive line of food for all types of dietary needs. Choices is also the only grocer in BC with its own Rice Bakery that specializes in hand-made, gluten-free foods. |
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| May 29th, 2010 (Sat) -- May 30th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Gluten-Free Fair - Vancouver
Choices Markets and the Canadian Celiac association have joined forces once again to host the Fifth Annual Gluten-Free Health Fairs. The lower mainland events take place at the following dates:
St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 1805 Larch Street in Vancouver Saturday, May 29, 9am-2pm
Choices Markets’ South Surrey location, Sunday, May 30 from 9am–4pm.
Gluten-free living doesn’t have to be boring—this is what Choices’ Annual Gluten-Free Fair hopes to make clear for those living with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. From 9:00am–12:00pm, the event will kick off with lectures by the following experts:
- Dr. Hugh Freeman, MD, Gastroenterologist, Researcher & Professor of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.
- Desiree Nielsen, RD, Choices’ own dietitian & Dietian Advisor for the Vancouver Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association
- Dr. Arjuna Veeravagu, ND Naturopathic physician specializing in Gluten Intolerance
Those who are new to the gluten free diet will gain a solid understanding of Celiac Disease and the gluten-free diet. For Celiac veterans, this event will offer insight about the many conditions associated with Celiac Disease and how to maintain optimum health.
Choices’ Dietitian, Desiree Nielsen stresses the importance of helping people get past simply surviving without gluten: “Living Gluten Free is about more than just finding gluten free foods. As we learn more about the nature of gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease, we have the opportunity to go beyond just gluten free. We have the resources to help people thrive with a nutritious diet that explores new foods and cuisines and makes food fun again.”
Celiac disease affects 1 in 100 people, but 97% go undiagnosed. Some of the many symptoms of celiac disease include unexplained low iron, recurring or persistent diarrhea or constipation, stomach pain, bone and joint pain, depression, infertility, recurrent miscarriages, and migraines.
Space is limited and registration is necessary for Choices gluten free fairs. All who register for the lectures will receive a complimentary gift bag full of coupons and delicious gluten-free goodies.
To register for the Vancouver event, call Choices Markets Kitsilano at 604-736-0009.
To register for the South Surrey event call Choices Markets South Surrey at 604-541-3902.
Admission fee is $15 at the door. All net proceeds will benefit the local chapter of the Celiac Association.
For those interested in tasting just how good gluten-free can be, there will be complimentary samples of gluten-free foods available from 11:00am–4:00pm at the South Surrey Event. Sampling is open to the public, and registration is not required for food samplers.
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The Canadian Celiac Association is a volunteer-based registered charity that provides resources and support to people with celiac disease. It also hosts and promotes public awareness and research initiatives within the community. For more information on the Vancouver chapter of the Celiac Association, visit www.vancouverceliac.ca.
Choices Markets is recognized as one of the leading suppliers of gluten-free products in Western Canada and is proud to carry an extensive line of food for all types of dietary needs. Choices is also the only grocer in BC with its own Rice Bakery that specializes in hand-made, gluten-free foods. |
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