Staying Healthy In The Wine Country

A discussion with Dr. Christopher Henderson about minimizing health hazards of agriculturally-based pesticides and chemicals.

(PRWEB) February 26, 2004--Spring in the wine county is a very active time. Gardeners, bicyclers, and others often select this season to prepare for health challenges, including allergies and the residual affects of exposure to agriculturally-related chemicals and pesticides. Preparing for health wellness is the topic of an upcoming talk given by Dr. Christopher Henderson, N.D., L.Ac.; Director of Calistogas Optimal Health Center. The free event will be held March 23th, 6-7:30 PM at the Calistoga Community Center.

Staying Healthy in the Wine Country

A Discussion with Christopher Henderson, N.D., L.Ac.,

Director, Optimal Health Center

Tuesday, March 23th, 6-7:30 PM

Calistoga Community Center

1307 Washington Street, Calistoga

Dr. Henderson will discuss various methods used to maximize overall health through nutrition, herbal support, lifestyle changes, detoxification, and tissue cleansing. He will also discuss sources of contamination and toxicity within the wine country and what can be done to minimize exposure and maximize detoxification of substances such as heavy metals, pesticides, and other chemicals.

There are many sources of toxins in our area and much can be done to prevent exposure and to eliminate them from your body which has an amazing ability to heal if given the right support," said Dr. Henderson.

Handouts and free literature will also be available at this event. Future lecture topics include A Look at Napas Natural Remedies," and Hormonal Health for Women".

Dr. Henderson who earned his Naturopathic Doctorate and Master of Science degree in acupuncture from Washingtons Bastyr University practices full time in Calistoga.

Optimal Health Center provides a range of health alternatives, including naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, metabolic testing, chiropractic services, and infrared sauna.

Reservations for this event are suggested. For more information or to RSVP, call 707-942-1250.

Media contact only: Karen Pierce Gonzalez Public Relations, 707-792-4376