Natural Health Seminar- March 6th

We invite you to join us at our Natural Health Education Series 2010 seminar – Featuring Brilliant Body, Nature’s Sunshine Products brand-new series on the body systems. You will receive in-depth training on the glandular and digestive systems, complete with information on how to apply this knowledge to your business.

The Glandular System: Take a closer look at the system that regulates all of the hormones in our bodies.

The Digestive System: A healthy digestive system ensures that you get all of the available nutrients from the food you eat. Learn how to keep this system running smoothly.

The Natural Health Education Series 2010 also features two exciting modules:

If Only I Had More Energy: The Adrenal and Thyroid Gland Connection. Who doesn’t’ feel fatigued and burned out? This module will teach you about the effects of overworked adrenal glands on the thyroid gland and metablolism.

Parasites: The Uninvited Guests. Are you an Unknowing Host? An estimated 90% of humans will be infected by parasites at some point in their lives. Parasites are not just a third-world problem. Learn about modern parasites, how to avoid them, how to spot them and how to get rid of them.

$35 seminar fee includes eight-hour seminar plus great training materials.

Call 1-800-223-8225 to register.

Make Your Own Gourmet Herbal Vinegars

Make Your Own Herbal Gourmet Vinegars- Herb Shoppe Haines City- Date & Time TBD

$15 per person

Learn how to make beautiful and delicious gourmet vinegars with

fresh herbs from the garden. Participants will take home their own

blend. Additional blends can be made for $5 each. These make

wonderful gifts. Call 863-419-8584.

Soap Making Class

The Herb Shoppe Haines City is collecting names for folks interested in a soap making class. Once there is enough interest we will schedule the class. Call 863-419-8584.

$25 per person

Learn how to make your own soap using essential oils

Participants get 2 lbs of soap each to take home

This could be a great class to do in February to make Valentine's gifts

Florida Enforces Tomato Bleaching/Chemical Sanitizing

I love shopping at the local farmer's market and when it comes to choosing produce many times I will choose local over organic (especially if the organics come from half-way across the globe.) 

Today the sheriff's department raided the Plant City wholesaler's market (this is where the brokers pick-up their produce to take to local markets) confiscating all tomatoes that were not in boxes that have been certified as sanitized.

Apparently the State of Florida has decided to rigorously enforce guidelines for sanitizing Florida tomatoes, both organic and conventionally grown.  Read them for yourself.  I did contact the Department of Agriculture and they are working to try to get the guidelines changed for greenhouse and organics.  I will keep you posted.

Approved Sanitization Products (excerpt from A Guide to Tomato Good Agricultural Practices (T-GAP) &Tomato Best Management Practices (T-BMP)

a.  Peroxyacetic Acid - Peroxyacetic acid products currently registered by the Department, pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 487.041 and Rule 5E-2.031, F.A.C., may be used for sanitization if labeled for this use.  The directions for concentration of product and adequate contact time must be followed closely and recorded in writing.

b.   Aqueous Chlorine Dioxide - Aqueous chlorine dioxide products currently registered by the Department, pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 487.041 and Rule 5E-2.031, F.A.C., may be used for sanitization if labeled for this use.  The directions for concentration of product and adequate contact time must be followed closely and recorded in writing.

c.  Free chlorine - Products delivering free chlorine for overhead spray application may be used if the products are currently registered by the Department, pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 487.041 and Rule 5E-2.031, F.A.C., labeled for this use, and used at the  concentration of product and contact time stated on the label.  Records of procedure must be followed closely and documented in writing.

d.  Gas-phase and Aqueous Ozone – Gas-phase or aqueous ozone may be used for tomato packing if it can be shown through a reproducible scientific study that the product, if used at a stipulated agent concentration and contact time can achieve a minimum 3 log reduction of Salmonella or like organisms.  Additionally, the ozone generator must bear an EPA establishment number and must be labeled for this use on fruits and vegetables and the user must meet OSHA standards for worker protection.  Label directions must be followed and procedures documented in writing.

e.  Other Chemical Usage – Any other chemical product, proposed for use for tomato packing, must be registered by the Department pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 487.041 and Rule 5E-2.031, F.A.C., and labeled for this use.  Additionally, it must be shown through a reproducible scientific study that the product or process used can achieve a minimum 3 log reduction of Salmonella or like organisms.  Label directions must be followed and procedures documented in writing.    

New Homeschooler Program

Aromatherapy, Earthworms, Eating Healthy

Aromatherapy is part art part science.  It is a fun and interactive way to spice up the day and make learning fun.  

Earthworms are an educational and entertaining way to learn about composting and conservation.  

Making food fun is always a top priority when The Health Chic is around, so who better to help kids make wiser eating choices?

 

Just pick your topic and call to reserve your space.  Times and locations will be based on the needs of your group.  Cost is $5 per child plus material fee (varies $2-$5 per kid.)

For a list of other classes view the schedule.

Please RVSP either via email or by calling Cagan Crossings at 352-243-9005 or Haines City at 863-419-8584.

Tea & Chat

Hear my tea tales from tastings around the world.  Photo features a traditional oolong tea ceremony that we participated in at The Tiao of Tea in Portland, Oregon.

Tea & Chat- Cagan Crossings- FREE

Tea & Chat, Every Friday, 5:15pm This was the very first class that started it all back at my first Herb Shoppe.  Very informal, bring a lawn chair and your favorite teacup.  I'll bring the tea and we'll chat about the health benefits of drinking it.   Then we'll talk about whatever is current in health news.  This Friday I'll get things started by sharing my favorite tips about food.  Plus, get a sneak preview about our new Organic Food Buying Club. Please RVSP either via email or by calling Cagan Crossings at 352-243-9005.

Classes in Haines City & Cagan Crossings

Healthy Greetings!

Fall is near, the kids are back in school, and at the Herb Shoppes we've got new classes, just for you!

Come relax and learn how to save some money by making your own personal care & cleaning products.  

Need a field trip for your homeschool group?  Read about our new program for homeschoolers.

And have some fun with romance.  Add a spark back to your relationship with our newest passion party.  

This Fall, save money, save time, and feel sexy and fabulous!  

Click here for current class schedule.

Please RVSP either via email or by calling Cagan Crossings at 352-243-9005 or Haines City at 863-419-8584.

Intro to Aromatherapy- Thurs, Oct 1, 5pm

Learn history, safety, basic blending techniques.  Gain the confidence you'll need to start using essential oils to make your own personal care and cleaning products.

Natural Cleaning Products- Thurs, Oct 8, 5pm

Learn how to make your own cleaning products at a fraction of the cost using common household items and essential oils.