The Lunch ‘n Learn program enables us to share our
knowledge and expertise about health and healing with your
employees. The presentations fit easily into a lunch hour and are delivered right to your workplace by True North's expert staff of physicians, nurses and therapists. Topics range from General Wellness and Family Health to Food & Nutrition and Stress Relief.
We offer the first presentation for free. Fees for each additional talk vary by practitioner. Below are just a few of our presentation descriptions. Download a PDF of all our current offerings and rate sheet below, or contact our Lunch 'n Learn Program Coordinator by email or by phone at 781-6722 to have a copy mailed to you.
Download Full 2008 Lunch 'n Learn presentation list (PDF)
Body Composition and Longevity
Susan Fekety, RN, MSN, Lifestyle Counselor, Women's Health Specialist
If you’re like many Americans, you are either overweight or “fat on the inside.” An improper proportion of fat to non-fat is a common feature of most of the chronic illnesses most of us want to avoid – and the way to improve yours might not be what you think. If you weigh yourself, measure yourself, and calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI) – come learn why you might want to move beyond the scale! (We’ll do a demonstration test for one willing volunteer.)
Dementia Prevention: Nutrients and Lifestyle
Joseph Semmes, MD
In Roman times Cicero wrote “To live is to think.” Alzheimer’s disease is an epidemic that we cannot afford to ignore, and medications aren’t working. Join Dr. Semmes as he explores the roles of inflammation and oxidation in this memory disorder, and the evidence pointing to practical lifestyle, food and supplement choices that may well reduce the risk.
Parenting from the Heart
Kathryn Landon-Malone, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Have you found yourself exhausted by the end of the day and frustrated with the power struggles? Move over, you have lots of company. This overview of "Parenting from the Heart" will provide you with tools to parent from a place of love and composure so that healthy relationships begin to flourish in your home.
Acupuncture: What's In It For You?
Coleen Connolly, RN, Licensed Acupuncturist
Many people don’t realize that acupuncture addresses every aspect of living well. Acupuncture treatment intervenes to restore (or maintain) our balance. It is preventive as well as curative. Treatment re-educates the body/mind/spirit and addresses a person’s response to stress to help stay on a healthy track and feel more secure about their self-care.
The Pharmacy in Your Spice Rack
Peter Knight, ND
Do you know that there may be herbs and spices in your kitchen that can lower your cholesterol, lower your blood pressure, and regulate your blood sugar levels? Were you aware that you are putting antibacterial herbs in your pasta sauce? In this class we will explore the medicinal benefits of common herbs and spices you probably already have in your spice rack. Learn how you can use them to improve your health while pleasing your palate.
Re-balancing at the End of Your Day (Parts 1 & 2)
Cynthia Atkinson, Certified Energy Medicine Specialist/Instructor
Part 1: Do you often feel drained or overwhelmed at the end of your workday? Learning how to better manage your energy system can create big changes in how you feel, and allow you to ease in and out of your day in a more centered and relaxed way.
Part 2: A more in-depth look at what is covered in Part 1 that offers more experiential time. Pre-requisite: Re-balancing at the End of Your Day, Part 1.
Skin Cancer Prevention 101
Charles de Sieyes, MD
We all have moles, skin tags and “age spots” of various colors and textures. Some are normal and completely benign; others can be precancerous or worse. Learning to recognize which is which could make the difference between a minor inconvenience and a very serious threat to your health!
