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 Alison Birks, M.S., R.H. (AHG), CNS
Welcome to my newsletter for July, 2010. I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful summer weather. Recently, New Morning President and owner John Pittari and I had the opportunity to appear on a Statewide TV Show—“The Hour with Jim Pellegrino.” Catch us on the internet: www.ccsu.edu/thehour or on one of the following channels:
• Nutmeg Shown Friday’s at 7:00pm on Comcast Channel 95. Seen in Avon, Berlin, Bristol, Burlington, Canton, Farmington, Plainville and New Britain.
• ATT U-Verse Channel 99. Shown statewide, Friday's @ 7:00pm.
Saturday’s Herbal Preparations 101 & Weed Walk class was a huge success! Despite the forecasted rain, twenty-five of us strolled through New Morning’s back parking lot and searched for useful weeds. We found wild carrot, elderberry, soapwort, English plantain, common mullein, mugwort, yarrow, jewelweed, poke root, curled dock, lamb’s quarters, red clover, sorrel and much more! Back in the classroom, participants had the opportunity to meet more plants up close and learned how to make medicinal infusions, decoctions, syrups, herbal extracts, liniments, salves, infused oils and poultices. Many thanks to all who took part in this fun-filled event!
In response to the demand for more herbal medicine classes, I am currently putting together a proposal for an ongoing monthly “Herbal Study Group & Mentoring Program,” to be held at New Morning starting in January, 2011. If you are interested in having me facilitate a program of this sort, please contact me at alisonb@newmorn.com or call 203-263-0673, Extension 355. Each class will be limited to 20 participants and will involve a small fee.
Take time this month to take care of yourself. Join me in a whole body detoxification program or make an appointment for a nutritional consultation – you’ll be glad you did!
Call 203-263-0673, Extension 355
“Nothing is worth more than this day”. ~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Alison Birks, MS (AHG), CNS
Alison Birks is a Nutritionist, and a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild. Her vast knowledge of herbal medicine and nutrition has helped many of our clients find a path to recovery.
Alison is clinically trained in weight loss resistance. She offers a customized weight loss program. She can help you lose weight, improve health and increase longevity. Many of her clients have achieved success with her programs.
Alison is trained in traditional Chinese Herbology, Western Herbalism, Ayurveda and Aroma therapy.
Alison sees clients by appointment only. Make your appointment now: 203 263-0673 ext. 355.
Office Hours: Mon. 10-3:30; Tues. 9-1:00; Thurs. 9-1:30; Fri. 9-1:30; Sat. 9-12:30
| Over the years I have worked with local naturopathic physicians and medical doctors as a nutrition specialist and expert in the use of herbal medicines, whole foods and nutritional supplements.
I have been in professional practice as a holistic health counselor, nutritionist and clinical herbalist for ten years.
I received my Masters of Science in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1997. I have five certifications in Herbal medicine including: Chinese Herbology, Aromatherapy, Phytotherapy, Western Clinical Herbalism, and Herbal Medicine.
I am a member of the following organizations: American Herbalists Guild, Professional Nutrition Association, CT Herb Association.
I taught at the Foundations in Herbal Medicine Program at NCCC for five years and also worked as an independent researcher and writer in the nutrition field.
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Specialties
Customized plans and coaching for weight management
Family and Pediatric nutrition
Recommendations for specific dietary needs including food sensitivities, food allergies, celiac disease
Recommendations for specific dietary needs for vegetarians and vegans
Nutrition plans designed to support patients with heart disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic fatigue and other nutrition related illnesses
Targeted dietary supplement recommendations to improve nutritional status
Whole body detoxification
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