march 2010

SPRING DETOX PROGRAM

A detox is like an oil change for your body! This spring, take our 4-Week Detox Challenge. A medically supervised program unlike anything you will find on the health food store shelf; our Spring Detox Program will guide you through safe and effective options to support the organs of elimination and detoxification. A cleanse can minimize allergies and sensitivities, improve digestion, clear and brighten the complexion, deepen our consciousness and commitment to a healthy lifestyle and act as a jump start for weight loss or dietary change.

The program is on offer from April 20th through May 30th, and can be done as individual one-on-one sessions or in a group setting. Related products will be on sale for 20% off during this period – or purchase a detox kit (3 unda numbers, 1 castor oil pack, 1 custom 100ML herbal tincture and 1 package of Change of Season Soup) for $90 + gst (a 22% savings!). **NOTE:  The program involves a cleansing diet.  If you would like additional assistance, we can offer a customized meal plan with recipes.  Read more below, or click here to learn more about our Nutritional Consultations Service.

FREE INTRODUCTORY LECTURE:
Indigo Yorkdale, Tuesday April 20th 12:00 pm

INDIVIDUAL PROGRAM:
Two 30-minute sessions (scheduled at your convenience) with one of our Naturopathic Doctors to guide you through a 4-week program and customized detox plan and diet. Cost: $120

GROUP PROGRAM:
Three 60-minute sessions, each with a 30-minute lecture and handout to guide you through the 4-week plan, and 30 minutes for group discussion and support.Cost $90 per person
Session dates: Tuesdays 6-7 pm; April 27, May 11 & May 25.
A second group may be added on Saturdays with enough interest.

NEW CLINIC SERVICE – NUTRITIONAL CONSULTATIONS & MEAL PLANS

We are pleased to have launched our newest service: Nutritional Consultations

Meet one-on-one with Naturopathic Doctor, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and trained chef, Jennifer Baer, to determine your nutritional needs and create a customized meal plan with recipes and tools.

NEW FALL WORKSHOPS

We are launching two new workshops this fall:

1) Lighten Up Group – medically supervised group weight management program

2) Nutritious & Delicious – seminar series on healthy eating

All workshops start in Mid-October. Sign up now, space is limited!

To sign up, or for any questions, contact us.
For more information, visit our workshops page or download a flyer.

HEART SMARTS PROGRAM LAUNCH

We are very happy to be launching a new program called Heart Smarts to prevent a treat cardiovascular conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. This program can prevent or reduce your reliance on prescription medication.

For more information, contact us. You can also visit our programs page or download the Heart Smarts flyer.

FALL NEWSLETTER

Our fall newsletter is out with a brand new format! The newsletter is now available online and you can view it here. This issue has articles about how to gear up for the cold and flu season, cardiovascular health, exercise at home, and some great fall recipes.

If you would like to be added to our mailing list to receive the newsletter by mail, please email us at info@bokhealingarts.com or call us at 416-783-1800

We are very pleased to introduce two new practitioners: Jessica Rea, Acupuncturist and Tammy Peterson, Registered Massage Therapist, to the clinic. Please explore the website for more information on their services, training and background.

Also, please join us for our OPEN HOUSE: Saturday June 14th and Sunday June 15th, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. We will be offering free 15 minute sessions or consultations with our Naturopathic Doctors, Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist. The Open House is in conjunction with the Upper Village Spring Fling – designed to showcase local businesses. There will be special discounts, demonstrations, entertainment, and a draw for over 60 prizes!!

Is access to natural health products at risk for Canadians? Learn more about Bill C-51 here, and send the attached letter to your MP.

Bill C-51 is a new piece of legislation being introduced which may have far-reaching effects for our patients and the general public. Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are regulated by province, and here in Ontario we are being recognized as primary care doctors with the passing of Bill 171. This bill assured NDs that our current scope of practice and would be protected. So what happens when a new bill at a federal level is introduced, which could restrict us from prescribing or compounding the medicines that we are allowed to use provincially?

The safety of the public is indeed important, and the priority of Naturopathic Doctors. This is exactly why regulated substances should be administered by trained healthcare providers – especially NDs. The non-inclusion of this point in Bill C-51 is what has many NDs and other stakeholders up in arms. Additionally, the new Bill doesn’t seem to take into account that since 2004 the government has been actively regulating natural health products under the NHPA (Natural Health Products Act), which ND’s played (and continue to play) a major role in. While Health Minister Tony Clement has said that these products will continue to be regulated by the NHPA, the wording of Bill C-51 is very broad and vague, leaving it open to interpretation, and the possibility that it may supercede NHPA regulations which were so long in the making.

We are asking that the government clarify their position and provide clear and transparent language in the Bill, and to protect both ND’s scope of practice, as well as the public’s choice in healthcare. Attached below is a template letter (prepared by the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors) that may be used by patients or the general public to contact their MPs and express their concerns. To find the contact information for your MP go to www.elections.ca. Click on the link below to access the template letter.

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