Our spring free lecture series schedule.

Dr. Shawn M. Carney
Health Series Topics

January 27 - 6:30 pm - Avon Store - Lowering Cholesterol and Triglycerides Naturally
The most commonly prescribed drug in the United States is a statin medication prescribed to lower high lipid levels. Unfortunately, these types of medications can have serious side effects. Dr. Shawn M. Carney, a naturopathic physician, will discuss science-based natural methods to lower cholesterol and triglycerides to acceptable levels. Dr. Carney will also address the influence of glycemic index and insulin levels on blood lipids.

February 16 - 7 pm - Glastonbury Store - Combating Depression with Natural Medicine.

February 24 - 6:30 pm - Avon Store - Dietary Advice and Natural Therapies for Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is becoming an epidemic in the United States. Dr. Shawn M. Carney, a naturopathic physician, will address how problems with blood sugar control develop. He will provide information on how to prevent type 2 diabetes, and what to do once diagnosed. Dr. Carney will also discuss specific dietary recommendations and supplements that can be very effective in helping control blood sugar levels and prevent debilitating complications.

March 16 - 7 pm - Glastonbury Store - Dietary Advice and Natural Therapies for Type 2 Diabetes.

March 31 - 6:30 pm - Avon Store - Weight Management
The pattern and composition of the daily diet influences our ability to maintain a healthy weight. Dr. Shawn M. Carney, a naturopathic physician, will discuss a clinically proven eating style that can be maintained for a lifetime, results in fat loss, and has been documented to prevent as well as treat many chronic health conditions like diabetes and high cholesterol.

April 13 - 7 pm - Glastonbury Store - How to Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis Naturally.

April 28 - 6:30 pm - Avon Store - How to Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis Naturally
Osteoporosis is a silent disease, only detected by bone density tests or, if severe enough, by x-rays. Dr. Shawn M. Carney, 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 as well as clarify common confusion about what can be done once osteoporosis or osteopenia is discovered. Dr. Carney will discuss effective natural treatment options.

May 11 - 7 pm - Glatonbury Store - Natural Approaches to Patients with Asthma.