PART 1

The Immune System: The Cause and Solution to Chronic Disease

It is now recognized that virtually all chronic disease states are caused and/or mediated through deficiencies or defects in our immune system. As chronic disease presentation accounts for the majority of the patient load for healthcare professionals, a solid understanding of immune system mechanisms and how disease occurs is fundamental to the treatment of this disorder. Dr. Plummer will briefly but clearly explain the fundamentals of how the immune system functions, before describing how immune system dysfunction has caused a range of chronic disorders from Alzheimer's disease and allergy, to Fibromyalgia. At the conclusion of this lecture participants will have a clear understanding of the role of the immune system in chronic disease and will take away practical protocols for immune enhancement and disease treatment using nutritional and lifestyle modification which can be immediately incorporated into daily practice.

PART 2

Beyond Quality: Workshop on Composition, Formulation and Processing of Quality Nutritional Supplements

With over 25 years of experience in research, formulation and manufacture of dietary supplements, Dr. Plum mer offers his unique expertise to educate health practitioners on the essential criteria of composition, structure and processing of the major categories of dietary supplements and on what to look for in terms of quality in virtually all types of nutritional supplements including omega-3's, probiotics, vitamins and minerals, antioxidants and others. Participants will gain a new and unique understanding into how the highest quality dietary supplements are formulated; what to look for and what to avoid when choosing supplements. Dr. Plummer will also share insights on dosage and how to improve patient compliance.

Nigel Plummer PhD

Nigel Plummer PhD has his doctorate in microbial physiology and has worked at Pfizer in antibiotic research and development. His research on the use of normal flora in the prevention and treatment of genito-urinary candidiasis has won him numerous awards. Dr. Plum mer continues his solid commitment to research throughout his career in collaboration with research institutes and universities within the UK and Europe, developing an extensive knowledge specializing in probiotics, natural antimicrobials and fish oils. Dr. Plum mer lectures extensively in North America and the UKlEurope and has developed an interest in the concept of fetal disease programming, the controlling factors involved and the potential to influence programmed events as a means of prevention of chronic disease development.

TREATMENT GUIDELINES PROVIDED FOR

KEY LEARNING HIGHLIGHTS

• Scientific and clinical review of the basic functioning of the immune system related to chronic disease.
• Description of specific diseases and how the immune system has been the cause or contributed to disease symptoms.
• Therapeutic options, including protocols for generic nutrient and speofic product usage.

KEY LEARNING HIGHLIGHTS

• Production processes of nutritional oils - what are the differences and why they matter?
• Why are some probiotics more temperature stable than others, and can you tell the difference?
• Are retail products really any different to professional lines?
• Are 'food state'vitamins and minerals really absorbed more easily?

Q & A SESSION FOR SUPPLEMENTS

• A view from inside the industry

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

• 8 General BDDT-N CE Credits (ON)
• 6.5 hours of CNPBC CE Credits (BC)
• 6.5 hours of SANP CE Credits (SK)
• 6.5 hours of MNA CE Credits (MB)