August
Australian Naturopathic Summit 2018, 3 Day Festival of Naturopathy, NSW
Bio-Practica, the Life spectrum of Acid Base Balance, VIC,NSW,QLD,SA,NZ
The Great Plains Lab, Organic Acid Testing NZ
MedLab Free Webinar, Weight loss in Diabetes
Bio-Practica, Endocrine Masterclass, ACT,VIC,NSW,QLD,NZ

September
BioMedica, The Burden of Chronic Pelvic Pain, VIC,WA,SA,QLD,NSW
Premalife Free Webinar, Anti-Ageing & Supporting Healthy Ageing

October
Metagenics, The Real Cause of Obesity, QLD,NSW,ACT,VIC,TAS,SA,WA,NT,NZ
BioConcepts Trauma to Triumph, VIC,NSW,SA,QLD,TAS,WA
Integria Healthcare Symposium 2018,QLD 

November
Metagenics, The Real Cause of Obesity,NZ

The Australian Naturopathic Summit 2018 - On Common Ground (ANS 2018) is an independent and professional conference representing and celebrating naturopathic medicine. The conference is aimed at naturopathic professionals and those with an interest in naturopathic medicine.
ANS 2018 is a three-day festival of Naturopathy, from Friday 24 August to Sunday 26 August 2018, located at Lennox Head Community and Cultural Centre, Mackney Lane, Lennox Head, NSW.
ANS 2018 brings Naturopaths together on common ground, to learn, grow and connect back to the principles of Naturopathic medicine and core Naturopathic philosophy. Expect inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, intimate case-studies, Gala Ball, networking opportunities, yoga and fun activities in our one-of-a-kind program.
Our program features over 25 naturopathic leaders across three themes; #1 Custodians of the vital force, #2 The Business of Business Development, and #3 Upskilling your Clinical Practice.

ANS 2018 is the naturopathic event of the year and not to be missed. It only comes round every second year.
Head to our website www.ans2018.com.au for more information and to reserve your ticket.

On Common Ground
ANS 2018 brings Naturopaths together on common ground, to learn, grow and connect back to the principles of naturopathic medicine and core Naturopathic philosophy.
Celebrate
ANS 2018 is a festival and is all about celebrating the Naturopathic profession and community for their grit, determination, passion, diversity and professionalism. As a special part of our celebrations we have the Gala Ball, ANS Awards and candle lighting ceremony.
Excellence
Our aim is for attendees to experience the best of their profession at ANS 2018. Our program is jam packed with the highest standard of naturopathic education, delivered through inspiring speakers, workshops and activities across the themes of vitalism, clinical upskilling and business success.
Stories
ANS 2018 is about sharing stories, supporting each other and hanging out with like-minded people, with ample opportunities for networking, mentoring and collaboration. Through sharing stories, we lay the foundations of the naturopathic tribe and reconnect people with their passion and purpose.
Vitalism
At its core, the ANS 2018 focusses on how to create a healthy internal and external environment, for our patients, ourselves, our business and our community, so that we can achieve abundance and balance in our professional and personal life.

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ACID BASE BALANCE AS WE AGE – FROM START TO FINISH
Evidence suggests there are many chronic diseases associated with high acid diets, especially as we age. Health practitioners are aware that the ability to excrete acids diminishes in older populations and they are familiar with the associated signs and symptoms. However, it is now clear, from our knowledge and the research, that we must be mindful of acid-base balance throughout all stages of life

THE SPECTRUM OF LIFE EXPERIENCE
With the bulk of the research on acid-base balance (ABB) in the elderly, we need to clarify what we know about ABB across other equally important life-stages. We then know what to look for, and can make any necessary adjustments to the expectations and optimal management of all clients.

THIS PRESENTATION WILL COVER:

Elizma is both a qualified naturopath and homeopath with close to 15 years’ experience. Elizma is well known for her ability to ‘connect-the-dots’ between root cause, symptoms, and genetics, and helping people reach a better understanding of their health conditions. One of the ways she does this is by combining OAT results with genetic and other information. She has become so proficient at interpreting organic acid tests and recognising patterns that she is known as a world expert which has earned her the nickname ‘The OAT whisperer’.

She is a sought after speaker on topics relating to the microbiome, mitochondrial function, pyroluria, thyroid dysregulation, redox signaling, hepatobiliary function and of course organic acid testing. Her ability to connect
concepts together and form a complete picture has made her popular amongst both patients and practitioners, and she has worked with a variety of well-respected companies challenging practitioners to look beyond what they think they know.

What We'll Cover:

• An introduction to the OAT and its clinical relevance. We explore some of the things to look out for to ensure we assess the clinical markers correctly.
• We look at common markers of gut dysbiosis and how they relate to other markers on the OAT.
• Detoxification is an important aspect of any biochemical assessment. We look at common markers that may be used to assess gallbladder and liver dysregulation in our clients.
• We explore markers that may give us indications on hormonal and autonomic nervous system imbalances that have important roles in many cell signaling processes in the body

Date and Times: Monday 27th August
5:30pm • Arrival & Registration
6:00 – 7:15pm • Seminar
7:15 – 8:00pm • Dinner
8:00 – 9:15pm • Seminar
9:15 – 9:30pm • Q & A for those who wish to stay

Venue, Cost and Registration:
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Auckland. Cost: Practitioner Price: $75 Student price: $55 (all excl gst)
To Register: Phone 0800 439 633 or email Charlotte on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Ph 0800 439 633 • Fax 0800 439 630 • This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. • fxmed

Crowne Plaza Parking Information:
Parking available at the Atrium Carpark $10 flat rate from 5pm. Please park on level 7 or above in The Atrium Carpark which is located directly next-door to the hotel at 130 Albert Street. Parking is at a flat rate of $10 per evening from 5pm onwards, if you arrive before 5pm please let our staff know when you check in for the seminar so we can give you a discount voucher to reduce the cost of parking before the flat rate begins. Take the elevator from the car park to level 4 (ground level of the hotel from Albert St), exit the elevator and turn left and walk to the end of the building and turn left again – you will see the Elliot Rooms where the seminar is being held directly in front of you.

This free webinar will investigate the role of the gut microbiota in obesity and weight gain related to type two diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
Tuesday 28th August 6:00pm

To register:  Tel. 1300 369 570.  E. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This webinar is available to healthcare professionals only

The hypothalamus and pituitary, which govern the activity of the thyroid, adrenals and gonads, are highly sensitive to environmental and biological stressors and can easily become imbalanced. These delicate glands affect every aspect of our wellbeing and because they are so closely connected, must often be treated in unison to achieve lasting results. 

Discover the latest research and gain advanced prescribing tools for greater clinical results in endocrine health.

Presenters:
ACT: Vanessa Hitch BSc.(CompMed), N.D. Vanessa is a naturopath with 15 years experience as a clinician, speaker, educator and formulator both in Australia and New Zealand.  Facilitating wellness seminars and teaching nutrition, Vanessa designs highly educational and motivational training modules, keeping students and practitioners engaged and at the top of their game.  Vanessa’s passion for supporting and empowering practitioners and her dynamic speaking style will make this an interesting and informative presentation. Vanessa has a strong focus in her clinic on womens health and a passion for improving her client’s energy levels, happiness and fulfillment, so they can get the most from their lives.

VIC, NSW, QLD, NZ:  Paul Kern Adv Dip.Nat.  Paul has been a practicing Naturopath for the past 23 years. Since 1993 he has been in practice, as a fully qualified Naturopath using Homoeopathic, Nutritional and Herbal medicine to address many complex health issues. For over 17 years he has also been delivering highly informative seminars to Doctors, Chiropractors and Naturopaths around Australia and New Zealand. Paul has lectured in several Australian colleges, in Physiology, Toxicology, Nutrition, Herbal and Homeoepathic practice. His experience offers seminar attendees a greater insight into use of Naturopathic techniques and supplements to bring about true, lasting health change in challenging clinical cases.  His experience offers seminar attendees a greater insight into use of Naturopathic techniques and supplements to bring about true, lasting health change in challenging clinical cases.

Topics: 

DE-CODING THE THYROID Part One:
Thyroid dysfunction is often overlooked or misdiagnosed and may be the underlying cause of fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, depression and cognitive impairment. Learn how to effectively assess and treat thyroid dysfunction through:

• De-coding ‘normal’ thyroid test results and investigating key body thyroid clues
• Discovering evidence-based natural medicines and nutrients that are effective for thyroid imbalances and auto-immune thyroid dysfunction
• Reviewing up-to-date research on the iodine debate.

ADDRESSING THE ADRENALS Part Two:
Stress affects everyone, with adrenal dysfunction damaging all aspects of health. Explore why adrenal dysfunction occurs and review practical strategies that can be utilised in every case, including:

• How to easily and rapidly improve your client’s energy
• The adrenal / thyroid connection and the role of stress on cellular energy production
• Simple and effective in-clinic tests and body signs to easily assess and monitor your client’s status and progress.

DETOXING ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS Part Three:
Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are largely industrial toxins (often carcinogenic) that are known to wreak havoc on endocrine function. You will discover how to address this insidious threat by understanding:

• What can be done to efficiently detox EDCs and how to maintain effective detoxification
• Trouble-shooting strategies for difficult cases and pathological detoxifiers
• Why phase 3 detoxification may be the missing piece in the puzzle and how to activate this crucial pathway.

CREATING HORMONAL HARMONY Part Four:
With today’s frantic pace, female clients often present as stressed, overwhelmed, and out-of-tune with their body’s hormonal rhythm. Gain insight into effective strategies and solutions for hormonal and mood rebalancing, including:

• Understanding hormonal patterns and knowing what to look for
• How to know what tests to complete and quickly de-code results
• Practical tips and tools for complicated hormonal cases
• Effective, clinic-based protocols to successfully treat many hormonal conditions.

New Zealand Venue and Date: 
The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road Christchurch - Saturday 25th August 9:00am - 5:00pm 
Register with ProHerb 0800553556, E.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Pacific Health T. 0800771188

Australian Venues and Dates: 
VIC, Geelong - Thursday 23rd August Novotel Geelong 10-14 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong
ACT, Canberra - Saturday 1st September Mercure Canberra Cnr Ainslie & Limestone Avenues, Braddon
NSW, Tweed Heads - Thursday 13th September Twin Towns Services Club 2 Wharf St, Tweed Heads
QLD, Townsville - Saturday 15th September Mercure Townsville 166 Woolcock St, Townsville
Register at www.bwellness.com.au or T. 0881308700

Cost (incl GST)  Early Bird Price: Book by 4th July: A$80 . Book by 8th August 2018: A$100
Regular Price: Book from 9th August: A$130 

Chronic Pelvic Pain (CPP) is medically diagnosed by the experience of persistent pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis for a minimum of 6 months’ duration, that does not occur exclusively with menstruation. It is estimated that CPP affects up to 20 percent of women aged 18-50 years in Australia. Women who experience pelvic pain without an identifiable cause can find themselves caught in the ‘revolving door’ of gynaecology services, which can be costly and disheartening. CPP has been described as a public health crisis and is a significant burden on healthcare systems. The complexity of pelvic pain, which can originate from the gynaecological, gastrointestinal, urological, musculoskeletal, immunological, neurological and psychological systems, and the cross-talk between organs, often makes diagnosis and treatment a difficult task. Consideration of the whole individual is inherent to naturopathic practice and as such, natural medicine practitioners are ideally placed to offer significant support and relief for patients suffering from CPP.

Key learning outcomes:

• Understand the differential diagnosis of CPP arising from various body systems
• Gain an in depth understanding of how to manage the negative clinical sequelae resulting from CPP which includes psychological, behavioral, cognitive and sexual consequences
• Gain clinical insights into effective evidence-based strategies for managing common causes of pelvic pain including dysmenorrhea, endometriosis and pelvic inflammatory disease
• Understand how to effectively manage patients with CPP of unknown aetiology
• Detailed understanding of how to incorporate the latest evidence-based research within a naturopathic framework of assessment and management

Your investment includes:

• Comprehensive presentation and seminar notes
• Strategies to immediately implement in clinic
• Exclusive specials on the BioMedica range
• Certificate of attendance and 2 CPE points

Presenter: Samuel Peters (BHSc Nat) is the Education and Technical Manager at BioMedica. He is a degree qualified naturopath who brings both clinical practice and post-graduate research experience to his role in education and practitioner technical support. Samuel has always focused on taking a balanced view of healthcare, evaluating health trends for their clinical relevance and scientific rigour. He is excited to bring informative and up-to date education material to the BioMedica practitioner base.

Dates & Cost
28th August, Mornington, 29th August Geelong, 4th September Bunbury, 5th September Perth, 6th September Adelaide,11th September Noosa, 12th September Toowomba, 13th September Gold Coast, 18th September Woollongong, 19th September Canberra, 25th September Newcastle, 26th September Port Macquarie.

Time: 6pm Registration, 6.30-8.30pm Seminar (with light snack on arrival)
Tickets: $35 (inc GST)

Click to download Seminar brochure, Register on 1300884702 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Join Glen Gillard for a FREE evening webinar on how to implement anti-aging protocols for your patients using homeopathic and naturopathic remedies.

What we will cover:

• The effects of menopause and hormonal imbalances on ageing
• Blood sugar dysregulation and AGE’s (Diabetic neuropathy and retinopathy)
• How smoking and ageing go hand in hand, and how to help your patients kick the habit
• How obesity can cause stress on the bones and decreased joint regeneration
• The regeneration of the body through sleep and the importance of nitric oxide to support healthy HGH levels
• Protocols to help support the ageing process of numerous body systems

Please note there will be a recording available after the event for those who cannot attend on the night. CPE certificates will be issued to those who attend.

Date: 18th September at 6.30pm -0 7.30pm QLD Time (AEST)
To register please contact Amanda on 1800777575 or E This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Our body fat levels are tightly regulated by a complex network of hormones and neuronal feedback systems, with every person having a body weight set-point. Emerging science is revealing that in individuals with a higher set-point, weight loss triggers physiological and behavioural responses that literally conspire against them – promoting hunger and reducing their metabolic rate. This seminar will explore the neurobiology of obesity and provide a practical, holistic, dietary and lifestyle program that helps to lower the set-point so patients achieve signifi cant and lasting weight loss.

Incorporate the latest science into your clinical practice:

• Discover therapeutic strategies that will help lower your patient’s body weight set-point in the brain – allowing permanent weight loss.
• Learn about the reward triggers of hyperpalatable foods and how they promote addiction-like effects in the nervous system that can sabotage weight loss efforts.
• Get up-to-date with where the research sits regarding popular dieting strategies, such as time restricted feeding, intermittent fasting, 5:2 dieting, low carbohydrate vs. low fat, and more.
• Find out about the gut-brain cross-talk occurring in obesity and the critically important role the microbiome plays.
• Learn how program structure and patient support can be as important as the prescribed dietary intervention. Discover best practice strategies for weight loss and how to implement them into your clinic.

Learn about a new weight management program which includes:

• Evidence-based dieting options, new recipes and meal plans.
• Digital tools, offering patient support and education, exercise recommendations and more.
• Behavioural strategies to support your patients' long-term success.

Your seminar attendance includes:
• A certificate of attendance and a fully referenced, comprehensive seminar manual.
• An overview of case studies and detailed treatment protocols.
• Technical product information.
• New Metagenics clinic support tools to assist in providing the best natural healthcare for your patients.
• A healthy and delicious meal* and a great opportunity to chat with the presenter and network with other Practitioners.
*Meal available for seminar attendees only.

 Register here or Tel 1800777648 Aust or 0508227744 NZ 4th October to 4th November.

Trauma is central to all mental health presentations. More than just a single “event”, it must be considered in the context of a patient’s susceptibility, co-morbidities and general health status. Here we examine nutritional medicine interventions along the trauma continuum - from desensitisation to first aid, recovery and rehabilitation.

Although the determinants of mental health are complex, the emerging and compelling evidence for nutrition as a crucial factor in the high prevalence of mental health disorders suggests that diet is as important to psychiatry as itis to cardiology, endocrinology and gastroenterology. We have all seen the patient with that familiar complaint - “Ever since that major milestone, things have not been the same”. Whether presenting with anxiety, depression, grief, injury or childhood issues, there is an underlying resonating commonality - trauma. The impact of trauma, its consequences and its subsequent recovery is often an intricate and complex story; but with the support of core nutritional strategies and clinical tools, integrated health practitioners can make a substantial impact on not only how well a patient recovers and rehabilitates mentally after trauma, but also whether
they experience any long-term psychological impact at all.

Presenter: Shilo Mason BBiomedSc (Hons) Biochemistry.
Shilo is a respected Biochemist and Naturopathic health educator with extensive training in complementary medicine. She runs a highly successful clinical practice and complementary healthcare business with experience in acute medicine and integrated psychiatry; including PTSD following stroke, military service, cardiovascular event and childhood trauma. Over the past 15 years she has presented throughout Australia and internationally to integrative medicine practitioners and scientists on a variety of topics including mental health, inflammation and nutrition. She has firsthand clinical and personal experience in the mental health space, having treated a family member back to health following a major traumatic event.

Shilo’s Biomedical background combined with her under- and post- graduate studies in pharmacology, nutrition, herbal medicine, endocrinology, psychology and biochemistry has given her a broad and thorough understanding of both allopathic and complementary medicine. She is renowned for her technical support and practitioner mentoring in the industry and her ability to identify the root cause of complicated health issues.

Learn how to:

• Understand the commonalities within the complexity of mental health
• Implement peri-trauma nutritional medicine interventions for the prevention of adverse mental health outcomesfollowing surgery, accident, injury or psychological trauma
• Use nutritional medicine to promote psychological recovery and rehabilitation

Concepts to be explored:

• Trauma as a systematic disorder
• Preventative nutritional medicine interventions
• Nutritional medicine as first aid
• Optimising recovery and rehabilitation after a major milestone

Although the determinants of mental health are complex, the emerging and compelling evidence for nutrition as a crucial factor in the high prevalence of mental health disorders suggests that diet is as important to psychiatry as it is to cardiology, endocrinology and gastroenterology. We have all seen the patient with that familiar complaint - “Ever since that major milestone, things have not been the same”. Whether presenting with anxiety, depression, grief, injury or childhood issues, there is an underlying resonating commonality - trauma. The impact of trauma, its consequences and its subsequent recovery is often an intricate and complex story; but with the support of core nutritional strategies and clinical tools, integrated health practitioners can make a substantial impact on not only how well a patient recovers and rehabilitates mentally after trauma, but also whether they experience any long-term psychological impact at all.

Dates:  11th October to 21st November, VIC, NSW, SA, QLD, TAS AND WA.
Click here for Venues and Dates. E This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or T 07 38680699

The 2018 Integria Healthcare Symposium brings you leading Australian and International industry experts in Environmental Toxicity and Detoxification. Join us as they discuss their perspectives on how toxins adversely affect multiple body systems, blending science with their clinical insights and how to effectively minimise exposure to toxins whilst maximising the body’s own detoxification capabilities. We look forward to seeing you there.

Keynote presenters include:

• Dr Joseph Pizzorno – pioneer in integrative medicine and founder of Bastyr University.
• Dr Walter J Crinnion – foremost expert in the field of environmental medicine and advocate for natural medicines for detoxification.
• Prof Kerry Bone – co-founder of MediHerb and internationally acclaimed phytotherapy expert.

Places are limited and we expect this landmark event to sell out, so register today with Super Early Bird price and secure your place!

Venue: Brisbane Sofitel Central
Date: Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th October
Click here to register