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A lecture sponsored by Cyto-Matrix

Dr. David W. Lescheid

Omega 3 fatty acids, strain specific probiotics, garlic extracts and the immune system.

Date: Monday, November 23^rd

**Free lunch

Time: 12:15 pm – 2:00 pm

RSVP to colin.f.obrien@gmail.com

Learning objectives:

1) Understanding key intervention points where Natural Health Products can influence immune system parameters.

2) Altered cellular signaling by Omega 3 fatty acids and the influence on the immune system.

3) Strain specific probiotics: enhancing mucosal immunity and results of clinical trials

Biography: Dr. David Lescheid, BSc, PhD, ND

Dr. David Lescheid graduated with honors from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in 2002. His education includes a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Protein Chemistry from the University of Victoria as well as a B.Sc. in Biology and a Diploma in Health and Fitness studies from Simon Fraser University. He also has additional training in Homotoxicology, IV therapies, homeopathy and different forms of bodywork.

Dr. Lescheid was a professor for 5 years at the CCNM where he taught Physiology and Microbiology. He is frequently an invited speaker to professional seminars and has published extensively on complementary and alternative medicine.

Dr. Lescheid is a member of several different federal and international committees including the Expert Advisory Committee (EAC), the Council for Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic doctors (CAND) government and media relations subcommittees.

Dr. Lescheid currently practices full-time in a large multidisciplinary health clinic in the Ottawa area. Although his practice extends over a broad range of health concerns, he takes a special interest in the immune system and infectious diseases. He also works with men’s health issues, overweight and obesity concerns and sports medicine.

This lecture has been sponsored by Cyto-Matrix