September 10, 2008 - Alternatives to Medication for ADD/ADHD - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Glastonbury Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Children and adults both struggle with these difficult disorders which disrupt productivity and success in school. For kids, parents and adults who do not want to use medications, there are effective and sciencebased natural treatment options. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will discuss how dietary changes and nutritional supplementation can successfully treat patients with ADD/ADHD.

September 17, 2008 - Natural Approaches for Patients with Asthma - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
The quality of life can be significantly impacted when suffering from asthma. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will describe potential causes of asthma including inflammation, food sensitivities and environmental allergens. She will also discuss how to identify and address these problems using natural medicines, avoidance of certain substances, dietary recommendations and lifestyle approaches.

September 24, 2008 - Supporting Your Family's Immunity - Lisl Meredith Huebner, Dipl.CH(NCCAOM),RH(AHG) - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Once again the school year has started and so have the bouts with colds and flu. No one wants to rely upon controversial antibiotics, but what can a parent do? Lisl Meredith Huebner, a nationally board certified Chinese herbalist and owner of The Essence of Being at Johnnycake Mountain in Burlington will show you how to make the best use of natural medicine. The common misconceptions about herbs and medicinal-grade essential oils and how diet can affect your immune system will be some of the topics that will be covered in this very informative 60 minute lecture.

September 30, 2008 - Just Tofu 101 - Chef Devin. - Glastonbury Store - 7 pm. $35 Prepaid.
In this informative beginner class you will learn how to put flavor into your tofu dishes and your family will. Get ready for some delicious and creative recipes for marinades and sauces that will perfectly
compliment your tofu dish. You will learn how to make tofu veggie lomein, tofu and spinach filo casserole, and a great tofu breakfast. Yummy!!

October 8, 2008 - Natural Treatments for Celiac Disease - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Glastonbury Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Celiac disease is an increasingly common diagnosed condition of the gastrointestinal tract. Typical treatment includes avoidance of gliadin containing food products, however there are additional measures that can be taken to improve the health of the damaged intestinal lining. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will discuss natural treatment options for healing the digestive tract, improving function and treating resultant nutritional deficiencies. She will also provide information about hidden sources of gliadin.

October 14, 2008 - Soups, Stocks, and Sauces - Chef Devin - Glastonbury Store - 7 pm. $35 Prepaid.
In this class you will learn the tricks of the trade to making yummy and easy vegan stocks, soups, and sauces. You will be introduced to Sweet Potato Soup, Roasted Peanut Soup, and Butternut Squash Bisque, as well as a variety of sauces and stocks. You will get to take a bunch of recipes home with you as well!

October 15, 2008 - Alternatives to Medication for ADD/ADHD - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Children and adults both struggle with these difficult disorders which disrupt productivity and success in school. For kids, parents and adults who do not want to use medications, there are effective and science-based natural treatment options. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will discuss how dietary changes and nutritional supplementation can successfully treat patients with ADD/ADHD.

October 22, 2008 - Treating Migraines with Traditional Chinese Medicine - Lisl Meredith Huebner, Dipl.CH(NCCAOM),RH(AHG) - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Chinese herbal medicine is an amazingly effective treatment strategy for the relief of migraine headaches. Lisl Meredith Huebner, a nationally board certified Chinese herbalist and owner of The Essence of Being at Johnnycake Mountain in Burlington uses a combination of herbal preparations, steam-distilled plant extracts and Auriculotherapy. While Auriculotherapy provides immediate relief from pain, photosensitivity and nausea, plant medicine treats the underlying causes to prevent the headaches from returning. In this lecture, you will learn about the most common patterns of disharmony that cause this condition, as well as some suggestions for maintaining optimum health and balance.

October 28, 2008 - Introduction to Exotic Grains & Beans - Chef Devin - Glastonbury Store - 7 pm. $35 Prepaid.
Wondering how to prepare those beans and grains in your cupboard? Wonder no more!! In this class Chef Devin will show you the preparation method and different dishes made from those cupboard
questionables. Dishes include Cuban Style Black Beans, Northern Bean Succotash, Energy Packed Quinoa Salad, African Millet Salad, and Savory Winter Barley Salad.

November 12, 2008 - Complimentary Cancer Care- Herbal and Dietary Guidelines - Lisl Meredith Huebner, Dipl.CH(NCCAOM),RH(AHG) - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Cancer treatment has come a long way in the last decade and the allopathic medical community is finally recognizing the value of complimentary medicine. The importance of a proper diet cannot be underestimated during this extreme physical crisis. Lisl Meredith Huebner, a nationally board certified Chinese herbalist and owner of The Essence of Being at Johnnycake Mountain in Burlington will discuss the uses of medicinal-grade essential oils, structured diet and specialized herbal support for immune strengthening and the management of chemotherapy side-effects such as fatigue and nausea.

November 12, 2008 - Combating Depression with Natural Medicine - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Glastonbury Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
An estimated 15% of people will experience depression at some point in their lives. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathicphysician in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will cover how dietary and lifestyle
changes can improve mood, and will discuss the scientific research supporting the use of herbal therapiesand nutritional supplements for patients with mild to moderate depression.

November 18, 2008 - Garden of Light Favorites- Chef Devin - Glastonbury Store - 7 pm. $35 Prepaid.
Ever wonder what is in those deli salads you purchase from our store? Learn how to make them yourself! Chef Devin will show you how to prepare some of our customer favorites as well as take recipes home with you! Recipes include Sweet Potato Salad, Pad Thai, Thai Tofu Salad, Bulgur Cranberry Salad and much, much more!

November 19, 2008 - Combating Depression with Natural Medicine - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
An estimated 15% of people will experience depression at some point in their lives. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will cover how dietary and lifestyle changes can improve mood, and will discuss the scientific research supporting the use of herbal therapies and nutritional supplements for patients with mild to moderate depression.

December 10, 2008 - Deepening Your Connection to the Earth with Medicinal Aromatherapy Lisl Meredith Huebner, Dipl.CH(NCCAOM),RH(AHG) - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Join Lisl Meredith Huebner, a nationally board certified Chinese herbalist and owner of The Essence of Being at Johnnycake Mountain in Burlington for a discussion about how you can enhance your life through a personal union to the Spirits of Nature. Relax into the flow with the knowledge that our highest Truth is supported by the Divine in our relationship to Nature. Essential oils of the highest quality retain that sublime connection. A brief meditation will close the evening.

December 10, 2008 - How to Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis Naturally - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Glastonbury Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Osteoporosis is a silent disease, only detected by bone density tests or, if severe enough, by x-rays. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician located in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will explain how osteoporosis develops over a lifetime and how we can help prevent its effects. Some confusion exists about what can be done once osteoporosis or osteopenia is discovered. Dr. Gouin will discuss effective natural treatment options.

December 17, 2008 - How to Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis Naturally - Dr. Lauren Gouin - Avon Store - 6:30 pm. Free!
Osteoporosis is a silent disease, only detected by bone density tests or, if severe enough, by x-rays. Dr. Lauren Gouin, a naturopathic physician located in the Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center, will explain how osteoporosis develops over a lifetime and how we can help prevent its effects. Some confusion exists about what can be done once osteoporosis or osteopenia is discovered. Dr. Gouin will discuss effective natural treatment options.

For additional information on the Fall Natural Health Lecture Series, please contact Garden of Light Natural Foods.

Avon Store - 860-409-2196

Glastonbury Store - 860-657-9131

ABOUT DR. LAUREN GOUIN - Dr. Lauren Gouin studied health psychology at the University of Connecticut and was involved in research on cardiovascular health at UCONN Medical Center. She received her doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the University of Bridgeport. Dr. Gouin has studied in many integrative settings, from acupuncture for detoxification at Lincoln Memorial Hospital to naturopathic care at Yale affiliated Griffin Hospital. Dr. Gouin is a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Connecticut and is as an associate physician at Whole Health Associates, located at Hartford Hospital Avon Wellness Center. She uses her expertise in nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy and acupuncture along with conventional diagnostic skills and laboratory tests to offer individualized treatments for patients of all ages.

ABOUT LISL MEREDITH HUEBNER, Dipl.CH(NCCAOM),RH(AHG) - Lisl Meredith Huebner is a Nationally Board Certified Chinese Herbalist, as well as a Registered Herbalist and professional member of The American Herbalist's Guild. Lisl Meredith is also a Certified Medicinal Aromatherapist, an Auriculotherapist, a renowned diagnostician, teacher and published writer in private practice for over a decade. She is currently the owner of The Essence of Being at Johnnycake Mountain, a beautiful mountaintop holistic healing center. Ms. Huebner teaches classes on the subjects of Herbology, Auriculotherapy, TCM theory, including tongue and pulse diagnosis, and leads weed walks throughout the year. She continues to develop her knowledge of botanical medicine, agriculture and shamanism and enjoys sharing her wisdom and joy with others.