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U p C o m i n g E v e n t sVegetarian Club Potluck*LOCATION: Pilgrim’s Health and Education Center

DATE: Wed, October 27, 6 pmDESCRIPTION: The Coeur d’Alene Vegetarian Club is an is an outstanding network of people who love healthy and delicious foods and have a desire to improve their diets. Whether you are a vegetarian or not, we have

something for everyone! Our fall potluck with center around comforting cold weather dishes. Several of our members will be demonstrating easy summer reci-pes for you to try out at home. Remember to bring your dish, serving utensils and at least six recipe cards to share with others. We provide plates, silverware, napkins and water..

Belly Fat Blues*Marcia Zimmerman, M.Ed., C.N.DATE: Thurs, Oct 21, 6:00-7:30pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Wellness Center

FEE: ComplimentaryDESCRIPTION: We all know that you have to burn 3500 calories to lose a pound of fat. This fact drives most

of us to the “perfect” pill or weight loss diet to solve our problem. Others head to the gym to sweat off the pounds. Then, discouraged by the lack of lasting suc-cess, many abandon the effort and begin buying a larger clothing size. This isn’t the way to lasting weight management, better health and optimized longevity! Marcia will present 7 keys to unlock the secret to long-term weight management, the cornerstone of good health and long life.

Organic Strawberries Are Healthier Than Conventional

RESEARCH UPDATE:

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Many people buy organic foods because they believe organic foods have higher nutri-tional values than their non-organic counterparts. Researchers at Washington State University wanted to find out if these consumer beliefs were accurate. They tested both organic and conventional strawberries grown in 13 side-by-side California fields.

HERE ARE A FEW OF THEIR FINDINGS: The organic strawberries had significantly higher antioxidant activity and concentrations of ascorbic acid and phenolic compounds. The organic strawberries had longer shelf life. The organic strawberries had more dry matter, or, “more strawberry in the strawberry.” Anonymous testers, working at times under red light so the fruit color would not bias them, found one variety of organic strawberries was sweeter, had better flavor, and once a white light was turned on, better appearance. The testers judged the other two varieties to be similar.

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H E A L T H C O N N E C T I O N S October 2010

Lifestyle / Health / Food / Community / Sustainability

PILGRIM’S HEALTH CONNECTIONSEditor Michal Bennett - Co-op Advertising and Billing Shannon Bullington -DesignKnock - Marketing and Design -

Pilgrim’s Health Connections is the monthly publication of Pilgrim’s Market and is designed to educate and inform readers on issues pertaining to natural health and wellness. We print 24,000 issues per month, distribute them in-store and insert them into local newspapers. This publication requires no purchase. To in-quire about stocking Health Connections at your business, please contact Michal at editor@pilgrimsmarket.com or call (208) 676-9730 (x122 voicemail box).

To inquire about lecturing or teaching a class in our Health Education Cen-ter, or to have an article considered for publication, please contact Michal editor@pilgrimsmarket.com (208) 676-9730 (x122 voicemail box).

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The views expressed by our guest writers, lecturers and advertisers do not necessarily reflect those of Pilgrim’s Market, nor does Pilgrim’s expressly en-dorse any provider whose name appears herein. Information contained in these pages or provided in our educational events, as well as any discussion between the customer and an employee, agent or affiliate of Pilgrim’s mar-ket are not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, mitigation or prevention of a specific disease or the assessment of a specific health condition. They are not meant to replace the attention or advice of a physician or other health-care professional. Instead, they are intended for informational pur-poses that, when added to other information, aid the participants in mak-ing more informed personal decisions regarding their health. Anyone who wishes to embark on any dietary, drug, exercise or other lifestyle change intended to prevent or treat a specific disease or condition, should consult with and seek clearance from a qualified health-care professional.

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Pilgrim’s Video Program is looking for people who have experienced a positive change in their lives due to Garden of Life products or

Jordan Rubin’s health and wellness recommenda-tions. As we put the finishing touches on the DVD of Jordan Rubin’s April 2010 lecture in Pilgrim’s Health Education Center, we would like to add some filmed testimonials to the video. If you are interested in being a part of this amazing opportu-nity, please call (208) 676-9730 and ask for voice-mail ext. 122 (leave your name and phone #) or send an email to pilgrims@pilgrimsmarket.com.

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Fair Trade Coffee Cupping and Discussion*DOMA Coffee Roasting Company

DATE: Wed, Oct 6th, 6pm-7pm

LOCATION: Pilgrim’s Education Center

FEE: Complimentary

DESCRIPTION: Learn more about fair trade coffee and expe-rience how experts taste coffee in a professional coffee cupping. The cupping will be followed by a discussion on the latest in the Fair Trade movement and how you can make a difference. Check in store for October specials on DOMA Fair Trade Coffee.

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Coeur d’Alene Healing Arts offers individualized, whole person health care for men, women and children. As a member of Pilgrim’s Medical Advisory Board, Dr. Todd Schlapfer offers cooperative care with other health care providers and medical specialists. We are proud to support the services and expertise Coeur d’Alene Healing Arts pro-vides as they work towards restoring and optimizing bodies, minds and spirits.

CDA Healing Arts, Dr. Todd Schlapfer, N.D.520 Coeur d’Alene Ave., Coeur d’Alene, Idaho | (208) 664-1644

Located inside Pilgrim’s Market, Pilgrim’s Wellness Center is where you will find a team of independent, caring and credible professionals that believe health is a journey as well as an achievable destination. Offering services such as massage, nutrition consulting, personal training and chiro-practic, the Wellness Professionals are here to provide you with the best ways to preserve health, improve quality of life and speed recovery from illness.

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Curried Sweet Potato Fries*Serves 44 medium sweet potatoes1 Tb coconut oil or olive oil1 Tb curry powder (or to taste)1 tsp cumin powder (or to taste)Salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil; set aside. Peel sweet potatoes with a peeler. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise then cut into 1/2-inch thick fries. You can also use World Cuisine’s Spiral Vegetable Slicer to cut fries or even make curly fries. (See below.) Place sweet potato fries in a large mixing bowl. Add oil and spices. Toss until potatoes are thoroughly coated. For spicier fries, use more curry. For milder fries, use more cumin. Spread fries in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Place in preheated oven. Bake for 30-35 minutes, turning once to ensure even cooking. Remove from oven when tips start to turn dark brown and serve hot with fry sauce (1/2 Vegenaise, 1/2 ketchup).

*This recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.

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Oscillococcinum: Tough on your colds and flu. Easy on you. The only side effect is feeling better. Founded in 1932 in Lyon, France, Boiron offers more than 800 homeopathic medicines that are ap-proved by the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of United States. In 2009, Vitamin Retailer magazine readers chose Oscillococcinum as the best-selling natural medicine in the cold and flu category for the 8th consecutive year. Homeopathic medicines are one of the safest choices for self-treatment. They have no known side effects including drowsiness, nor do they interact with other medication or contradicted pre-existing conditions. To find out more, go to www.boironusa.com.

Flora has been manufacturing and supplying quality herbal remedies for distribu-tion in Canada since 1965, but their roots stretch back to Germany in the early 1900’s. Today, Flora is dedicated to perfect European herbal remedies that en-sure maximum purity, quality and potency with a holistic approach to health and to providing quality, pure, organic products wherever possible. Flor-Essence Tea is a blend of 8 organic raw herbs with a strong detoxifying and internal cleansing effect on all internal organs. It supports the immune system, balances the func-tioning of body systems and enables the user to feel better. Flor-Essence Tea is the ultimate body detox supplement to restore and maintain your health and that of your family and loved ones. In addition, Flora will donate $2 to the Cure Foundation for each bottle with a Cure Foundation tag (while supplies last). Includes 17oz and 32oz liquid.

Wholesoy - 6 oz

WholeSoy & Co. specializes in soy yogurt made from organic, single-source U.S. grown soy beans. They are an independently owned com-pany located in San Francisco, CA and dedi-cated to using the highest quality, all-natural ingredients available to make the best tasting soy foods on the planet. Sale ends 10/27 - More varieties included.

Blueberry YogurtErewhon - 15 oz

Erewhon is a brand of the San Francisco-based At-tune Foods. Attune Foods creates great-tasting nat-ural digestive health foods that make you feel your best, every day. Their products are certified Kosher and are dairy-free and are made with the highest quality ingredients. Erewhon Raisin Bran cereal is a high fiber, whole-grain breakfast cereal. In addition, it is low fat and low sodium. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

Organic Raisin Bran Cereal

Third Street Chai - 32 oz

Travel to a world of flavor with Third Street Chai’s Tea Latte Concentrates. Third Street Chai guarantees that they will be the best you’ve ever tasted. Third Street sources whole, organic spices and hand-mills them in their microbrewery, ensuring the freshest, fullest flavor in every batch of delicious chai. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

Authentic Chai

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Balance Bar - 1.76 oz

Made with simple, real ingredients and with only 9 grams of protein, Balance Bars are the taste you’ll love and the energy you need. In this bar, the rich flavors of cookie dough provide you with lasting, nutritious energy any time of the day. It’s the perfect way to get nutrition and en-ergy in one bar to help keep you going. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

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FLORAFlor-Essence

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WASA Wasa is the world’s largest producer of crispbread with its roots in Sweden and the Nordic countries. Today, Wasa is a modern, international compa-ny whose crispbreads are still baked in accordance with the original basic recipe. Every day, people all over the world enjoy Wasa, a tasty and crispy alternative to low-fat bread, with a history dating back hundreds of years. Like many low-fat breads, Wasa is made using only natural ingredients, such as rye grain and whole meal flours. It is delicious, nutritious and perfect for an active and healthy lifestyle. International influences have left their mark on the Wasa range, which now includes several local spe-cialties and varieties. However, all products have some things in common - they’re great tasting, nutritious and made to meet the highest standards of quality. Sale ends 10/27 - More varieties included.

Seseame Toasted Wheat Flatbread 7oz

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Traditional Medicinals - 16 bags

The beauty and mystery of nature continue to capture our imagination and reverence. For more than 30 years, Traditional Medicinals has been exploring the plant world, providing their cus-tomers with reliable teas with the knowledge of Traditional Herbal Medicine and the most mod-ern scientific methods of quality assurance. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

Mother’s Milk Tea

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Lick Your Chops - 3.5 lb

Lick Your Chops is made from all natural ingredi-ents with added vitamins and minerals. Their all life stage formula’s provide the benefits of real meat, whole grains and fruits and vegetables, and they do not contain any by-products or chemical preserva-tives. Probiotics are also added to support digestive health and promote the growth of good bacteria in the gut. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

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Froose - 4 pack

Froose captures whole food nutrition in fun and conve-nient snacks and beverages for the healthy growth and development of young children. Their drink boxes are 100% natural, gluten free, naturally low in sugar, and taste yummy! When it comes to health, nothing seems to quite take the place of what is provided by nature. Sale ends 10/31

Gluten-Free Drink Boxes

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Choice Organic Tea - 16 bags

As North America’s #1 selling exclusively certi-fied organic tea line, Choice Organic Teas has promoted the growth and development of or-ganic agriculture in tea estates worldwide. They will forever disdain the use of environmentally harmful chemicals to cultivate tea, and they will remind you that organic tastes pretty amazing too. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

Premium Japanese Green

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Attitude - 60.9 oz

Attitude products are developed in accordance with an ideal: to live and consume responsibly. Our future depends on the choices we make today. Atti-tude products are certified eco-friendly, minimizing their impact on users’ health and their environment. With Attitude products, you can have confidence that you are positively affecting the environment while protecting your family. Sale ends 10/31 - More varieties included.

Lavender & Grapefruit Laundry Detergent

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Peppermint Liquid Soap.32 oz. Sale ends 10/31 . Includes all 32oz varieties.

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Certified Organic Fair Labor Apparel. Sale ends 10/31 - Includes all varieties carried.

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Chronic abdominal pain is one of the top 5 reasons that people to go to the doctor. Unfortunately, for many it is also very poorly treated. The typical approach is to rule out ulcers, appendicitis, gallstones, uterine problems, or cancers, which should be readily solved. But many people with abdominal pain do not have these health issues. For them, all of the tests come back negative. They are told that nothing is wrong and left with the impression that it’s all in their head.

Of course, something is very wrong. There is always a logical reason for a problem such as abdominal pain. It’s often not something that is structural or that you can see with the kinds of tests mentioned above. Unfortunately, those are the only tests many doctors offer.

The good news is that there are other tests that can help you to figure out why you have abdominal pain: food allergy tests and DNA stool tests. There is absolutely no doubt that food allergies and intolerances can cause abdominal pain. People often wonder how a food that they’ve eaten all their life could now be an allergen or could be causing abdominal pain. Many go along with relatively few or no problems until one day the symptoms seem to come out of nowhere – and they are never the same again. Other frequent causes of abdominal pain are bacterial problems, yeast (Candida), or even parasites. A DNA stool test can be an important test to run even if you’ve previously had stool tests that were negative. Find out today what your options are and stop living with abdominal pain.

Dr. Stephen Wangen, ND, IBS Treatment Center, Seattle, WA, 1-888-546-6283, www.ibstreatmentcenter.com

Healthier Without Wheat*Dr. Stephen Wangen, N.D.

DATE: Thurs., Oct. 14, 6:00-7:30pm

LOCATION: Pilgrim’s Health Education Center

FEE: Complimentary

DESCRIPTION: Dr. Wangen will cover the major aspects of Health-ier Without Wheat, including how and why people react to wheat and gluten as well as the numerous signs and symptoms that are as-sociated with gluten intolerance. He will also conduct a discussion on how and why Celiac Disease only represents a small fraction of those with gluten intolerance and why Celiac Disease is not neces-sarily worse than other forms of gluten intolerance. You will discover a higher appreciation for the wide range of issues related to gluten intolerance and gain an understanding of how to determine whether or not someone has gluten intolerance.

BIO: Dr. Stephen Wangen is a licensed and board-certified physician with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University. Having been personally diagnosed with Celiac Disease, Dr. Wan-gen is a nationally recognized expert on gluten intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome and chronic food allergies. Co-founder of the IBS Treatment Center in Seattle, WA, he also serves on the Board of Directors for the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America. Dr. Wangen has authored two books: Healthier Without Wheat and The Irritable Bowel Syndrome Solution.

LECTURE EVENTTreating Abdominal Pain

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Emerita is a woman-owned company that has been in the business of serving women over 40. In the 1990’s, the company’s flagship progesterone cream Pro-Gest was in-troduced at natural food stores, launching a whole catego-ry of natural wellness products for women over 40. Today, Emerita has expanded its offerings to include sexual vital-ity and skin care products as well. Emerita has long been a socially-responsible company and has a history as an advocate for women and promotion of education about women’s health issues.

KEEPING YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM BalancedTo thrive in our modern world, proper immune system function is critical. The human immune system works constantly to defend the body against all kinds of environmental attacks—a highly complex “security system” designed to protect us. This system, located mostly in our blood and digestive tract, is designed to identify and eliminate invaders. It does this by producing protective cells and compounds such as antibodies, T-cells, B-cells, macrophages, and Natural Killer cells. If the immune system is out of balance it can over-respond or under-respond. Keeping the immune system balanced is critical for maintaining extraordinary health.

Immune system function starts in the gut. Maintaining optimal digestive balance and function is the first step in any immune sup-port program. Garden of Life’s Immune Balance™ combines Vitamin Code Vitamins and Minerals, time-tested traditional herbs and

botanicals, and clinically studied immune ingredients to provide a balanced immune formula that meets the highest quality standards. Garden of Life Immune Balance™ Blend also features EPICOR®—a clinically studied, natural derivative of the probiotic Saccharomyces cerevisiae comprised of beta-glucans, mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) and other beneficial metabolites with immune supporting vitamins, minerals, amino acids and powerful antioxidant vitamin C.

Immune Balance™

Immune Balance™ Daily from Garden of Life is a dynamic broad-spectrum formula that provides multidimensional sup-port for a balanced immune system and extraordinary health. Formulated with our Immune Balance™ Blend, time-tested

traditional botanicals, as well as Vitamin Code® nutrients and probiotics, Immune Balance™ Daily works naturally to balance your body’s immune defense systems.

Immune Balance™ Yeast FREEze from Garden of Life is a dynamic, broad-spec-

trum enzyme, probiotic and targeted nutrient formula that provides multidimensional support for a balanced, healthy digestive tract. Formulated with a powerful Fiber-Digesting Enzyme Complex, free radical scavenging antioxidants, as well as RAW Biotin and beneficial probiotics, Yeast FREEze supports an optimal environment for growth and colonization of a wide variety of probiotic bacteria necessary for healthy digestion and immune system function.

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We all have those times when we just don’t feel like our-selves. Immune Balance™ Rapid from Garden of Life pro-

vides multidimensional support at the onset. Formulated with AP-Bio™(a proprietary form of biologically standardized Andrographis paniculata), Immune Balance™ Rapid works naturally to support your body’s native defense systems through cold-weather season or anytime you feel less than your extraordinary self.

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There are times when you just don’t

feel like yourself. Taken at the onset, invigorating Immune Balance™ Rapid Extra Strength loz-enges from Garden of Life dissolve easily for rapid release and delivery of its multidimensional ingredients to support your body’s immune system through cold weather season or any time you feel less than your extraordinary self. Immune Balance™ Rapid Extra Strength is formulated with AP-Bio™ PLUS a Two-Phase Probiotic Defense System featuring BLIS K12M18™.

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Immune Balance™ Gluten FREEze™ from Garden of Life is a dynamic, broad-spec-

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Garden of Life Immune Balance™ formulas com-bine ancient wisdom with modern science to pro-vide multidimensional support for your immune system. Your body’s immune system is multidi-mensional—it needs multidimensional support. This cold and flu season, trust your immune health to Garden of Life.

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* The information provided in these educational events and any discussions between the customer and an employee, agent or affiliate of Pilgrim’s Market are not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, mitigation or preven-tion of a specific disease or the assessment of a specific health condition. They are instead intended for informational purposes, that when added to other information, aid the participants in making more informed personal decisions regarding their health. They are not intended to replace the attention or advice of a physician or other health-care professional. Anyone who wishes to embark on any dietary, drug, exercise or other lifestyle change intended to prevent or treat a specific disease or condition should consult with and seek clearance from a qualified health-care professional.

Balancing Hormones Naturally*Roslyn Rogers, Certified Nutritional Consultant, Board Certified in Integrative MedicineDATE: Tues, Oct. 19, 5:30-7:00pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Health Education CenterFEE: ComplimentaryDESCRIPTION: Do you suffer from symptoms such as fatigue

and depression, headaches, loss of focus, loss of libido, skin conditions, sleep problems or weight gain around the waist? Then find out how balancing your hormones can help you. Roslyn will cover natural alternatives to HRT, how to have healthy bones throughout your life, what nutrients can help nourish your skin to bring out a youthful glow and how your diet can either zap you or pump you with energy. She will also be offering 30-minute hormone consultations the following day (see below).BIO: Roslyn Rogers has over 25 years experience in the teachings of vitamins & herbs. Her lectures and seminars include anti-aging, menopause, PMS, weight management and most women’s health issues. She is known for her motivational skills and for a sensi-tive and caring outlook to life.

30-Minute Consultations*Roslyn Rogers, Certified Nutritional Consultant, Board Certified in Inte-grative MedicineDATE: Wed, Oct. 20, 11:00am-3:00pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Wellness Center – Reserve your spot at Customer Service.FEE: ComplimentaryDESCRIPTION: Roslyn Rogers will be offering 30-minute consultations. Discuss with her your personal hormone symptoms and story and receive advice on how balanc-ing hormones can work specifically for you.

Heart-Warming Soup and Stew Basics*Kristin Ferry, Pilgrim’s DeliDATE: Sat, Oct. 16, 1:00-2:00pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Health Education CenterFEE: $10 per person, includes samples and recipes.DESCRIPTION: When the air is crisp with fall and win-ter weather is crouching around the corner, what is more

comforting than stirring up a delicious pot of hot soup. Kristin will demonstrate the standards of making soups and stews, including how to start and invaluable cooking tech-niques. She will also cover the most scrumptious combinations of seasonal ingredients and fall flavors, as well as vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free substitutions and alternatives.BIO: Kristin Ferry has been cooking for 22 years and has been a valued member of Pil-grim’s Deli Staff for 2 years. She enjoys exercising her creativity with the flavors, textures and colors of food, and savors the challenge of making up recipes as she goes. She and her 11-year-old son, Holden have lived in Northern Idaho for 12 1/2 years.

Pilgrim’s Wellness Center Health Fair*DATE: Sat, Oct. 16, 11:00am-3:00pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Wellness Center

DESCRIPTION: Come and meet our Wellness Pro-fessionals, ask questions and learn more about what we offer to help you realize your personal health goals. Pil-grim’s Wellness Center’s Professionals consist of a team

of independent, caring and credible professionals who believe that health is a journey as well as an achievable destination. Our Wellness Professionals integrate the latest scientific advances with the most effective insights of ancient healing systems.

Non-GMO Month Event*DATE: Tues., Oct. 12, 9:00am-9:00pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Market

DESCRIPTION: This October, more than 580 natural food stores nationwide will take part in the first ever Non-GMO Month, celebrating consumers’ rights to choose food and products that do not con-

tain genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The process of genetic modifica-tion, which takes place in a laboratory, typically merges DNA from different spe-cies, creating combinations of plant, animal, bacteria and viral genes that cannot occur in nature or in traditional crossbreeding. Studies increasingly show a corre-lation between consumption of GMOs and an array of health risks. Join us as we offer information, product sampling and an educational film screening to provide consumers the opportunity to make quality food and product choices.

Preparing for Cold & Flu Season*Keith Witt, Renew LifeDATE: Wed, Oct. 13, 6:00-7:00pmLOCATION: Pilgrim’s Health Education CenterFEE: Complimentary, plus a free book for the first 25 attendees.DESCRIPTION: Did you know that 70% of your body’s immune system is intestinally-based? You may not

realize it, but staying healthy has a lot to do with what’s going on in your digestive tract, so keeping your gut in tip-top shape is one of the most important things you can do. Keith will cover the effects of poor digestion and toxins on your body, the immune-boosting benefits of simple diet and lifestyle changes and the health advantages of detoxification and total body cleansing. Keith will be offer-ing a free copy of The Detox Strategy for the first 25 attendees – a $26 value!BIO: Keith Witt is a representative for Renew Life, the leading brand in di-gestive care. He has been in the Natural Foods Industry for 23 years, several of which he spent as a certified personal trainer. He also owned a chain of health food stores in the Seattle area. He is currently working on a book titled Control Diabetes in 8 Weeks, due to be published late 2010.