"If we step away for a time, we are not as many would accuse, being irresponsible,but reather we are preparing ourselves to more lovingly and able perform in our lives"

Maya Angelou

"Sunlight is more powerful than any drug; it is safe, effective and available free of charge. If it could be patented, it would be hyped as the greatest medical breakthrough in history. It's that good."
~ Mike Adams, consumer health advocate

It has been drilled into our minds to wear sunscreen to protect us from the sun's rays. But what if the combination of toxic ingredients in sunscreen and the inhibited production of Vitamin D (as a result of the increased use of sunscreen) are contributing to the increasing rates of melanoma?

Register to walk at the US National WhiteWater Center in Charlotte.

• Choose from the one-mile or three-mile courses.
• Write an inspirational message on the Wall of heroes banner.
• Wear a blue "hero" hat if you have arthritis.
• Show your team spirit with signs, posters and team shirts.
• Enjoy the fun, festivities and free arthritis information.

Drinking water, as most of you know is important for your good health. Our bodies are primarily composed of water, and staying well hydrated supports all of the essential functions of your body. Drinking an adequate amount of water keeps your kidneys functioning optimally, your blood flowing more easily so that it can carry nutrients to every cell and it helps flush out wastes.

Water also supports waste removal with regular bowel movements and urination. Additionally, it improves workability of your joints by maintaining sufficient fluid levels which supports lubrication and cushioning of joints. Optimal brain function is also supported by sufficient water intake.

Join us on the third Thursday of every month for a FREE health talk at Earth Fare on Johnston Road (Ballantyne area).

We gather at 5:00 pm for healthy refreshments followed by a healthy dose of information from the clinicians at Carolinas Natural Health Center -- important tips and guidelines to help you maintain your healthy lifestyle throughout 2008.

Thursday, May 15 @ 5:00 pm - Is your sunscreen more harmful than the sun? presented by Dr. Michael Smith, Naturopathic Physician.

Thank you for being so patient and understanding with my son's ongoing health care. As you know, he has been diagnosed with Autism and hyperactivity, and the first time we met in your office I think there was no doubt to us all, that hyperactivity was certainly a problem in his life.

Due to your ongoing care with naturopathic remedies my son is definitely much, much calmer, he transtions better, and is finding stressful situations far easier than he previously would.

After many unsucessful appointment with our primary care physician, you finally discovered a parasite problem and other related issues. We had been searching for an answer to his poor health and stomach problems for several years and were so relieved he finally got a proper diagnosis due to the tests you suggested.

We know his treatments need to be on-going and we look forward to moving forward with you and his other early intervention specialists to help him progress with his health.
Kind regards, Kati D.