Includes Full 9 CD Set from the Growing Connections 2010 event

• Six Keys to Extraordinary Health      Jordan Rubin
• Basic Principals on Nutrition the Weston A. Price Way   Birgit McQuiston, BSN, RN, CN
• Soy, not so Healthy    Bruce Topping
• Kitchen Makeover   Kelly Scallon C.N.
• Salt your Way to Health   Dr. David Brownstein
• Vitamin D     Dr. Rick Ng
• Dangers of a Vegetarian Diet for Children    Dr. Sue McCreadie and Angelle Batten
• Obesity      Dr. Sue McCreadie and Angelle Batten
• Lunch for Picky Eaters Sheryl Shenefelt, CN,

Presented By: Birgit McQuiston, BSN, RN, CN

At no period in our history have American’s been so concerned about health yet at the same time eaten so poorly and been haunted by so many preventablediseases.

In spite of the fact that the US currently spends about 1.5 trillion dollars for healthcare, a number projected to double in less than ten years, our country is plagued by cancer, heart disease, diabetes, insulin resistance and endless degenerative diseases.  Nearly 45% of our children are overweight or obese, and 1 in 3 born after the year 2000 will develop diabetes over the course of their lifetime.  Said another way, our national health is in peril.

Join Birgit as she explores the findings of a Dr. Weston A. Price whose decades of searching for the root to good health yielded timeless wisdom and profound insight in answering the question “how does what I eat impact my health?”

Presented By: Dr. Sue McCreadie and Angelle Batten

Eating a vegetarian diet has become more popular in recent years among teenage girls; do youknow why this is a bad idea for your child?  Though “tofu and granola” may be promoted as supreme nutrient foods, there is much to this story yet to be told.  Learn about the critical nutrients, especially for growing children, only available in animal products. As well, learn about the potential damage caused by many vegetarian staples, such as whole wheat, soy products and, well, even the ever-popular granola found on the grocery store shelves.  You will leave both amazed and enlightened.

Presented By: Kelly Scallon C.N.

There are dozens of simple steps every family can take to improve their health by improving their nutrition.  Let Kelly help you identify and implement these solutions into your life.  Join her for a fun, educational and supportive experience through which you will learn how to:

• Avoid getting duped by food marketing ploys promoting junk as healthy food
• Avoid nutrition myths that could be totally derailing your efforts to eat healthy meals
• Read and make good decisions from nutrition labels
• Identify healthy alternatives to the unhealthy ingredients you love
• Select and prepare healthy foods that match your nutrition goals

Presented By: Sheryl Shenefelt, CN,

Some days its hard to determine which is harder, finding the best foods for you kids or getting them to eat them!  Sheryl Shenefelt is a real mom of two totally picky eaters, living in the real world, and finding ways to make “kid friendly” foods a reality.  Join her for simple lessons on foods your kids should eat (and foods they should avoid!), how to make healthy foods kids really enjoy, and ways to promote good nutrition beliefs that will last your child’s lifetime.  You’ll walk away with a solid collection of nutrition tips, lunch and snack ideas, a shopping guide, recipes for making lunches for your picky eaters!

Presented By: Dr. Sue McCreadie and Angelle Batten

With national health statistics suggesting that one third of all Americans are overweight, including over 90 million children and teens, it’s easy to agree on the seriousness of the nations “fat problem”.  Agreeing on what to do about this catastrophic health crisis, however, is not as simple.   Join us for a fascinating discussion about why a “calorie is not a calorie” and why nutrient-rich foods are the preferred solution for long term weight loss, and how optimal digestion and detoxification can help with weight loss while providing endless other health benefits.

If you have an overweight child in your world, you simply owe it to him or her to attend this powerful session and bring the great news of wholesome, truly healthful foods home with you.

Presented By: Dr. David Brownstein

Is giving up salt on your health regimen “to do” list? If so, this session is a must see!

Salt, like so many other foods, has taken a bad rap for the past few decades, turning a wonderful and essential nutrient into something to be avoided at all costs. If you have come to see the many “salt myths” as “fact”, and have (or are ready to) put the kibosh on your salt intake, consider this:

Adding the right kind of salt to your diet can help you:

• Manage fatigue
• Support your adrenal system
• Strengthen your immune system
• Address your thyroid disorder
• Minimize headaches
• Maintain healthy cholesterol
• Maintain healthy blood Pressure

As always, Dr. Brownstein’s presentation will amaze you with sound research presented in a compelling and easy to understand way.  By the end of the session, you will understand why everything you once thought true about salt is simply not true, know what kind of salt to eat, and be equipped to use this vital substance to help you achieve your optimal health.

Presented By: Jordan Rubin

Jordan Rubin’s dramatic natural healing story of his recovery from a life-threatening illness has resonated with millions around the world. An authoritative and dynamic speaker, Jordan will discuss the six keys to gaining extraordinary health: digestion and detoxification, the value of eating raw nutrients, embracing the ocean of health, how a healthy smile equals a healthy life, 360 degrees of dieting, and getting wellness deep within your bones. Come… enjoy… learn… grow… and experience good health!

Jordan Rubin is one of America’s most recognized and respected natural health experts, a best selling author of 20 health titles, an international motivational speaker, and the host of the weekly television show Extraordinary Health with Jordan Rubin. He is also Founder and CEO of Garden of Life.

Presented By: Bruce Topping

Though it’s promoted as a healthy food, there are many things wrong with eating soy.  Soy is a cheap commodity product and they use it as a filler in almost everything.  Come find out why you want to avoid it, why it isn’t so healthy, and how it robs your body of nutrients.

Presented By: Dr. Rick Ng

What happened to your vitamin D?  Where did it go and why should you care?
With health professionals from almost every medical discipline now noticing a frightening trend of Vitamin D deficiencies and the even scarier resulting health complications, isn’t it time you got “in the loop”?
Vitamin D is one of the oldest hormones, having been produced by life forms for over 750 million years. Phytoplankton, zooplankton, and most plants and animals that are exposed to sunlight have the capacity to make vitamin D. In humans, vitamin D is critically important for the development, growth, and maintenance of a healthy body, from gestation until death.  But with very few foods available as sources of vitamin D, and sunscreen preventing vitamin D benefits from natural sunlight, these health benefits are a reality for very few.
Join Dr. Rick Ng for an amazing study of the causes and symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency and learn what you can do to ensure your levels of this essential nutrient are not compromised.