What a trip this summer has been.

I had to think for a second on how I'd open up this note to you. While it's been a busy summer here at Inspired Life, I, for one, have been enjoying every minute of it. I'm sure that everyone else here can say the same thing, too.

How about you?

Can you truly say to yourself, "The summer of 2009 has been the best summer of my life!"

If it hasn't been the "best" for you, think of a summer that you could say was the "best". Take all the things that you did in that previous summer and see what you can introduce next year.

Why reinvent the wheel when you can simply learn from your past, right? =)

One of the things you can do is to start thinking about a new plan for you and your family which involves cleaning up old patterns and habits. Spring and fall seasons are a great time for a good detoxification. .

Do you want to feel more alive and energetic?
Do you want to manage your weight?
Do you want to clear up your skin?
Do you want to get rid of the gas and bloating?
Do you want to improve your sleep?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you need to start your safe and effective detox protocol now.

There are plenty of resources on the internet which will show you how to do a detox, but many of them can be unsafe depending on your current health state. Seek the professional advice of a healthcare practitioner and find out how to do a detox safely. It actually can save you money too since you may not be spending money on unnecessary supplies and supplements.

Contact us at 416-461-8688 to find out how we can help you get started. We're always here to help you achieve your health goals.

Thanks for your continued support,

Daniel Chiang RHN
Co-Owner, Practitioner
Inspired Life Health Centre
416-461-8688

p.s. Last but not least, the clinic has been extremely busy this past summer. We've seen so many new faces coming through our doors - AND IT'S ALL THANKS TO YOU. Hence, we'll be introducing our new client appreciation program very soon. It's one way for us to thank all of you who have helped us grow over the past 5 years (wow, 5 years!!!)

We look forward to seeing you, your friends and your family soon!

From now until October 31, 2009, purchase one or more infrared sauna therapy sessions and receive the equivalent amount FREE! You can use your purchased sessions within 1 year.

Infrared sauna therapy is beneficial for:

• detoxification
• easing joint pain and stiffness
• improving injury healing
• weight management
• improving blood circulation
• cardiovascular conditioning
• skin care
• immune system enhancing
• and more...

Click here to download an online coupon to take advantage of this special.

Welcome Amy Murphy, ND to the Team!

We would like to send out a warm welcome to Amy Murphy whom has recently joined the team here at Inspired Life Health Centre as one of our many talented Naturopaths. Amy has a special interest in the spectrum of problems related to poor glucose control and insulin resistance, including Type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, weight gain, and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). She also has a keen interest in treating the hormonal imbalances that underlie conditions such as fertility difficulties, premenstrual syndrome, painful periods, fibroids and menopausal complaints. Other focuses of her practice include depression and anxiety, digestive complaints, and immune imbalances such as allergies and frequent colds. Amy is currently accepting new patients and is working at the clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Click here to view the Inspired Life Health Centre Team.

Welcome Back, Julie Groulx, RMT!

We would also like to send out a Welcome Back to Julie Groulx. Julie is one of our Registered Massage Therapists that has recently moved back to Canada and is working at the clinic again. Julie's approach to health care is integrative and holistic, centering her practice on women’s health and breast health. She has also worked with men who have CRPS, a rare neurological chronic pain syndrome. Julie teaches breast massage, Reiki, yoga and meditation as a means to encourage self-awareness and to empower women to be proactive about their health. Julie is currently at the clinic on Thursdays and Saturdays.

Click here to view the Inspired Life Health Centre Team.

Yoga Classes

It’s time to relax and renew with yoga classes this fall. Our Monday evening Hatha yoga classes are back in full swing! The classical Hatha Yoga Sequence provides the foundation for these Hatha classes. Classes range from invigorating to relaxing, with mainly a combination of the two. There is always the invitation to listen compassionately to our own unique understanding to, and awareness of ourselves and our bodies sensations. During classes, modifications will be suggested, so both beginners and more advanced students may each enjoy the class together. Asana’s (postures), visualization, pranayama (breathwork), meditation and/or savasana will be explored. Please call 416-461-8688 for class pricing. To make it easy for you we have Drop-in class rates as well as prepaid packages. You can choose the option that suits you best.

Feeling Tired? Discover Wilson's Temperature Syndrome

Do you experience one or more of the following symptoms?

• Fatigue
• Weight gain
• Hair loss
• Dry Skin
• Poor circulation
• Swelling
• Light headedness
• Headaches & Migraines
• PMS
• Anxiety & Depression
• Decreased memory & concentration
• Irritable bowel

If you do, you could benefit from the information provided during this session.

What You Will Learn:

• What is Wilson's Temperature Syndrome (WTS)?
• The importance of body temperature to your health
• How your symptoms relate to WTS
• The importance of the Thyroid and Adrenal glands to your metabolism
• Natural approaches to restoring your health

Please contact Inspired Life Health Centre at 416-461-8688 to reserve your seat.

Dates and Time: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Presented by: Dr. Patrizio Nardini, Naturopathic Doctor
Cost: FREE

Click here to read an article written by Dr. Nardini, ND, on Wilson's Temperature Syndrome.

Women's Health Workshop Series - Hormone Balance

Class 1: Wed Oct 7, 2009 7:30-8:30pm
Hormone Balance & the Biochemical Body

• Dealing with Imbalances...Prevention as the cure...
• What are Hormones?
• Where do they come from? Why do we need them?
• What do they actually DO in our bodies?
• What happens when we are imbalanced?
• How do we take control back & rebalance our hormonal system?

Class 2: Wed Oct 14th, 2009 7:30-8:30pm
Hormone Balance; The Emotional & Physical Body

• How Emotions and Attitudes affect our physical bodies & Hormones
• Organs and their corresponding Emotions
• How changing thoughts & Attitudes can rebalance our hormonal bodies & our lives forever!
• Taking back control of our health—Thriving not surviving
• Powerful, Easy exercises for Hormone Balance.
• Qigong, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Yoga & meditation for Ultimate control of your Health.

Register and be present for both classes and receive a FREE HEALTH GIFT BAG - compliments of your supportive health community!

Instructor: Kerry Ford, R.H.N., Holistic Nutritional Consultant, Educator
Cost: FREE!

Contact 416-461-8688 to reserve your seat.
Workshop is limited to 20 participants only, so register early!

New Organic Formula Single Serve Packs

Our wildly popular and healthy organic formula is now available in single serve packets! These are great for travel, easy to dispense (no more powder spills!) and wonderful to share with family and friends if they've never tried out our organic formulas before. Available in dairy and lactose free dairy!

Click here for more information

Don't Bleach It...
OXY-BOOST It!

Safe and environmentally friendly, Oxy-Boost destainer and deodorizer attacks and breaks down organic stains.

• Removes organic stains and odours from laundry, carpets & upholstery
• Whitens yellowed linens
• Removes mould and mildew from surfaces
• Deodorizes garbage pails, kennels, coolers, carpets

Available online and in-clinic for only $17.99 per 2.5lb canister

Client Appreciation Program

In order to thank all of our clients that generously pass on our information to friends, familiy and colleagues, we have a new customer appreciation referral program.

You may be wondering…"How does this program work?"

Stay tuned for an update on our referral program in our next announcement.

An Interview With
The Strawberry

By Kerry Ford, RHN

Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese. They also qualified as a very good source of dietary fiber and iodine as well as a good source of potassium, folate, riboflavin, vitamin B5, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B6, vitamin K, magnesium, and copper.

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Naturopathic Medicine
for Allergies

By Amy Murphy, ND

Allergies can be a truly miserable experience. Itchy, red eyes and nose, sneezing, skin rashes, asthma, and sinus congestion are all common in allergy sufferers. Seasonal allergy sufferers experience their allergies at a particular time of year, sometime between February and October. The culprits may be pollens, molds or mildew. If your allergies appear only at this time of year (in the late summer and early fall), the most common culprit is ragweed.

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Upcoming Events

Check out our online calendar for all of our upcoming events!