HOW TO REDUCE INFLAMMATION WITH DIET, SUPPLEMENTS & MEDITATION

GANNETT HEADQUARTERS
7950 JONES BRANCH DRIVE
MCLEAN, VA

JUNE 13, 2012, 2011 | 7:30AM – 4:30PM

Recent scientific studies demonstrate that inflammation is the contributing source for many disease states including: Lyme disease, diabetes, autism, periodontal disease, cardiovascular disease, osteoarthritis and neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis. Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce inflammation and help patients heal faster.

This unique course is specifically designed to provide information on the physiology of inflammation and its causes and shed light on what specific foods, supplements, and meditation practices that will reduce inflammation and promote healing.

PURPOSE: Learn methods to reduce inflammation and heal faster with emphasis on diet, supplements, and mindfulness.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:  

Registered nurses, registered dietitians, and other healthcare professionals interested in learning about diet, stress and inflammation.

Dietitians/Nutritionists: Level 2


OBJECTIVES:

• Discuss the scientific evidence linking diet, stress and inflammation.
• Describe the physiology of the inflammation cascade.
• Identify foods that inflame and the causes.
• Discuss diet and supplements that reduce inflammation.
• Experience mindfulness meditation practice.
  
  All participants will receive instructional materials and a continental breakfast. After attending the seminar in its entirety and handing in the evaluation survey, those seeking continuing education will earn:
  * Registered Nurses: 7.0 contact hours
  * Registered Dietitians: 7.0 CPEUs

GOT QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE SPEAKER - SUSAN TAYLOR, PhD susan@drsusantaylor.com | (978)-255-1379

Dr. Taylor is the author and producer of the Healing Power of Meditation and The Vital Energy audio programs, and the author of The Healing Power of Meditation national seminar and the Meditation Specialist™ Competency Training for health care professionals.

Schedule and Course Content

7:30 AM      REGISTRATION

8:00 AM      Inflammation Lights All Disease
                           - The Inflammation Checklist
                           - Identify Inflammation as the Root of Disease
                           - Define Acute vs. Chronic Inflammation

9:00 AM      The Nutrigenomic Approach to Inflammation
                           - Chronic Inflammation and Its Roots in the Digestive System
                           - Nutrients Change the Primary Dietary Signals to Reduce Inflammation
                           - Upstream Control of Inflammation

10:00 AM     BREAK

10:15 AM     Key Nutritional Support For Inflammation
                           - Food As Modulators
                           - The Macronutrients (Proteins, Fats, Carbohydrates)

12:15 PM    LUNCH (On your Own)

1:15 PM      Nutritional Supplements 

2:15 PM      BREAK

2:30 PM      Food and Dietary Suggestions to Decrease Inflammation

3:30 PM      Meditation 

4:15 PM      Secrets to Success: Your Basic Plan

Gannett Headquarters
7950 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22107
www.gannett.com 

There are no special arrangements for discounted hotel rooms for this seminar. The hotels below, local to Gannett Headquarters, are listed for your convenience.

McLean Hilton
7920 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22012
703-847-5000

Courtyard Tysons Corner Fairfax
1960-A Chain Bridge Road
McLean,VA 22102
703-790-0207

Residence Inn Tysons Corner Mall
8400 Old Courthouse Road
Vienna, VA 22182
703-917-0800

Residence Inn Tysons Corner
8616 Westwood Center Drive
Vienna, VA 22182
703-893-0120

Tysons Corner Marriott
8028 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22182
703-734-3200

DIRECTIONS

Route 66 from Washington D.C.:

Take Route 66 West.  Follow signs to Route 267, Dulles Toll Road.  Exit at Route 123 South, Chain Bridge Road. After passing under I-495, stay in the far right lane. Exit right onto Tysons Boulevard. Turn right onto Galleria Drive that becomes Westpark Drive. At the first traffic light turn right onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 Jones Branch Drive will be approximately ½ mile on the right.

From the Capital Beltway (I-495):
Take exit 46A (Tysons Corner/Route 123/Chain Bridge Road South). Stay in the right lane and take the first right exit onto Tysons Boulevard.  Turn right onto Galleria Drive that becomes Westpark Drive.  Turn right at the first traffic light onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 Jones Branch Drive will be approximately ½ mile on the right.

George Washington Parkway North from Washington D.C.:
Take the Virginia exit from the George Washington Parkway onto I-495 South (the Capital Beltway). Continue on I-495 South for about 2 miles. Take Exit 46A (Tysons Corner/Route 123/Chain Bridge Road South exit). Stay in the far right lanes. Exit at first right onto Tysons Boulevard. Turn right onto Galleria Drive that becomes Westpark Drive. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 will be about ½ mile on the right.

Dulles (Limited ) Access Road:
Exit onto the right ramp Route 7, Leesburg Pike/Tysons Corner. Immediately get in the far left lane. Turn left onto Spring Hill Road, then right onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 Jones Branch Drive will be about ½ mile on left.
 
Route 267, TheDulles Toll Road:
Exit Route 267, the Dulles Toll Road, from the far right lane onto Spring Hill Road. Toll will be $.25. When leaving Toll Booth get into left lane at the traffic light. Exit onto one of the two left lanes of Spring Hill Road and turn left at the first traffic light onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 will be approximately ½ mile on the left. There are three entrances to the Gannett Building from Jones Branch Drive: The Guard House, South Employee Entrance, and Service/Employee Entrance. Guests should enter through the Service/Employee Entrance.

PARKING 

Coming east on Jones Branch Drive, the parking entrance is the third on the right, once you see the Gannett Building.Coming west on Jones Branch Drive, the parking entrance is the first on the left. Signs are posted for all events indicating Event/Visitor Parking.

Once you arrive at the garage, indicate that you are with Gannett Healthcare Group’s seminar titled Career Alternative for Nurses and the Security Guard on duty will direct you to parking locations.    

You’ll be instructed to park on Level P2.This is the top of the Garage and is not connected to the building, but it is a quick walk from this level of the garage to the building. Once you enter the building, a set of stairs takes you down to the Lobby.  

The Security Desk is located on the right across from our Convenience Store, The Daily Item. You MUST check in with Security, show ID and you will receive a name badge.Security of Signage will direct you to the seminar. 

Complimentary parking is available.

Fee includes instructional materials and a continental breakfast. Lunch is on your own.

Seminar sites are handicapped accessible and barrier-free.

Seminar room temperatures are difficult to control. For your comfort, please plan accordingly.

ALL programs must be attended in their entirety in order to receive a certificate of completion.

Parking onsite is complementary.

Questions? Please contact us at 800-866-0919 or events@gannetthg.com.

Participants can earn 7.0 contact hours of continuing nursing education.

Disclosures to Participants:

Seminars must be attended in their entirety and the evaluation form must be completed to receive a certificate of completion.

The planners and presenter(s)/author(s) of this course have declared no real or perceived conflicts of interest that relate to this educational activity.

Gannett Education guarantees the content of these educational activities are free from bias.

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