Arthritis, A Natural Approach

Northern Connecticut Vegetarians will have its Potluck.  Everyone is  invited to the Potluck and to hear Dr. Steve Blake, ScD, Doctor of Science Nutritional Biochemistry,  speak on “Arthritis, A Natural Approach”.  One in five adults and half of those over 65 have arthritis. Learn why certain foods aggravate inflammatory joint conditions. See how we can use spices and herbs to reduce inflammation. Which supplements can be helpful? Food fats can reduce or increase our risk of arthritis pain. Reducing inflammation is the key to reducing pain. Learn which vitamins and minerals help build collagen to support healthy cartilage. Find out more about foods that support the lubrication of joints. He will teach you how to rebuild healthy cartilage and regain mobility.  Dr. Blake is author of Vitamins and Minerals Demystified, A Nutritional Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, the reference book Understanding Dietary Fats and Oils: A Scientific Guide to their Health Effects, Alternative Remedies, the Diet Doctor (software for analyzing dietary nutrients that revealed nutritional deficiencies in Alzheimer’s disease patients) and coauthor of Mosby's Drug Guide for Nurses and Mosby's 2001 Nursing Drug Reference.  He was selected in 2009 and 2013 by the International Biographic Centre as one of the leading health professionals in the world.    A donation of $8 is requested. For the Potluck, bring a healthy vegan dish to share along with a list of its ingredients and your recipe.  Vegan food has no animal ingredients (zero  honey, dairy, eggs, meat, and fish).  Are you unsure of what to bring? Almond milk or fruit (as bananas) would delight other attendees.  Please bring your place setting (plate, cup, and utensils).  The Suffield Senior Center, 145 Bridge Street, Suffield, CT, is the location for this event.    For more information,  telephone Harry at (860) 623-8082 or email Harry at veggyharry@aol.com.