National Nutrition Standard Symposium

2024

September 12, 2024

through

September 15, 2024

Forging into the Future of Nutrition

The name may be new, but National Nutrition Standard is celebrating in 2024, we are featuring a potpourri of presentations on the subjects from past symposiums. As we look back and look forward, leading new voices and special guests from the field of clinical nutrition will share the latest research and information that can be brought into your practice.

18+ hours of CEUs offered

The conference for 2024 will be called Forging into the Future of Nutrition and 18+ hours of CEUs will be offered including Risk Management, Doctor/Patient Communication, Ethics, and Documentation. The seminar will run Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th, 2024 in person at the Chateau on the Lake in Branson, MO.

Speakers & Topics

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Practice Building Session: How to Increase Revenue with Revolutionary Early Detection and Personalized Cancer Testing

Dr. Lauren Cohen

Dr. Lauren Cohen

DC

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Dr. Lauren Cohen
Credits
September 13, 2024
Abstract

Join the RGCC Revolution - How to Increase Revenue with Revolutionary Early Detection and Personalized Cancer Testing

Dr. Lauren Cohen, DC, RGCC North America's Executive Brand Ambassador, will show you how to stand out from the competition, capture market share, and increase revenue with RGCC's revolutionary personalized cancer testing. From the earliest cancer detection/pre-screen test available on the market, to personalized cancer protocols, and remission recurrence prevention program, RGCC partners with you and your patients throughout the cancer prevention and cancer care journeys, offering you unique services for practice success.

Sponsored by RGCC.

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*Practice Building Sessions are not for Continuing Education credits.

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Killing Ourselves by Forgetting the Brakes: A deep dive into GABA, Positive Allosteric Modulators, and Natural Equivalents

Dr. Scott Sherr

Dr. Scott Sherr

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Dr. Scott Sherr
Credits
1
September 13, 2024
Abstract

Over the last several years, levels of stress, insomnia, anxiety, and pain-induced anxiety have skyrocketed and prescriptions in the benzodiazepine class have correspondingly (and exponentially) grown as well. Unfortunately, these drugs are not usually the answer and will often lead to dependence, withdrawal, and tolerance. As clinicians, it’s imperative that we understand the essential roles of GABA -- after all, it’s responsible for 20% of all brain neurotransmitter activity -- and have safer alternatives that can bring the GABAergic system back into balance.In this lecture, we will discuss Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), the major inhibitory neurotransmitter of the brain, the intricacies of the GABA receptor, as well as the various drugs, phytoceuticals, and lifestyle measures (including meditation) that modulate GABA release via orthosteric or allosteric mechanisms.We will also discuss the pitfalls of direct GABA supplementation (hint: there is zero blood brain barrier permeability!).

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Using Advanced Laboratory Analysis to Determine Effective Lifestyle and Nutritional Support for the Patient Presenting with Mental Health Issues

Dr. David Brady

Dr. David Brady

ND, DC, CCN, DACBN, IFMCP, FACN

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Dr. David Brady
Credits
1.5
September 13, 2024
Abstract

Depression, anxiety, and stress-related conditions impact almost 40 million Americans each year. With so many patients suffering, practitioners need tools to help assess and determine therapeutic approaches to treating the ailments seen within scope and how they may be impacted by common mental health conditions.

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Headaches, Headaches, Migraines and Headaches: A Functional Nutrition Approach

Dr. Cindy Howard

Dr. Cindy Howard

DC, DABCI, DACBN, FIAMA, FICC

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Speaker(s)
Dr. Cindy Howard
Credits
1.5
September 14, 2024
Abstract

Sinus, tension, migraines and cluster are the 4 main classifications of headaches. While musculoskeletal and biomechanical causes may be found so may hormonal, nutritional, environmental causes. Searching to get to the root cause can be life changing and knowing how to find them through appropriate history taking, laboratory testing and examination will help the astute practitioner be more successful in the treatment of headaches.

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Let’s Get Clinical: Functional Nutrition Perspectives of the Mitochondria

Dr. Rob Kessinger

Dr. Rob Kessinger

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Speaker(s)
Dr. Rob Kessinger
Credits
1.5
September 14, 2024
Abstract

Some of the more perplexing and clinically challenging issues with Long COVID are related to its impact on the brain. Symptoms can run the gamut from anxiety/depression and cognitive decline to the more common brain fog and fatigue. In the presentation, we will delve into mechanisms driving Long COVID’s effect and walk through developing a strategy for the functional nutrition practice.

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Lunch & Learn: The Role of Histamine in Inflammation and Various Pathomechanisms of Inflammatory Diseases

Dr. Don Thompson

Dr. Don Thompson

D.C, CFMP, DACBN, DABCI

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Speaker(s)
Dr. Don Thompson
Credits
September 14, 2024
Abstract

Histamine regulates a variety of physiological functions by playing a key role in the body’s inflammatory response. Its also highly relevant in various pathomechanisms of inflammatory diseases, which have led to the identification of novel histamine receptors over the years and greater recognition of its functions in the immune system. Join Dr. Don Thompson as we explore this fascinating, clinically relevant topic and engage in a robust Q&A session over lunch.

This Lunch & Learn is sponsored by Professional Health Products & MaxGen Labs.

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Increasing Outcomes with Targeted Supplementation to Support Homeostatic Mechanisms

Jenny Hrbacek

Jenny Hrbacek

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Jenny Hrbacek
Credits
1.5
September 14, 2024
Abstract
  • Overview of contributing factors that threaten the lives of those in remission.
  • Steps to support the overall health and wellbeing of remission patients.
  • Repurposing treatments and modalities to bring about homeostasis
  • Natural substances to support longevity
  • Immune stimulants such as boswellia extract to help lower inflammation
  • Inhibitors, i.e. High-dose melatonin, curcumin
  • SOT Therapy
  • Cellular therapies to support long-term Immunity
  • The Power of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) to support patient health and energy.
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Practice Building Session: Turning Patient Programs into Precise Patient Care

Dr. Don Thompson

Dr. Don Thompson

D.C, CFMP, DACBN, DABCI

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Dr. Don Thompson
Credits
September 14, 2024
Abstract

As practitioners, we all have programs through which we treat patients for various conditions. If you’re not starting with the correct information, you might undermine your efforts, reducing program efficacy or missing the mark completely. Starting with genetics allows you to create a precise and custom-tailored approach, improving patient outcomes and growing your practice as a result!


Join Dr. Don Thompson for an informative look at how nutrigenomic testing can transform your diagnosis and treatment approach. Transform your treatment approach from program-based to precision medicine-based, utilizing nutrigenomic testing as a catalyst for better patient outcomes based on your patient's unique genetic makeup.

Every attendee will receive a Nutrigenomic Test Kit…a $190 value!

Sponsored by Professional Health Products & MaxGen Labs.

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*Practice Building Sessions are not for Continuing Education credits.

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Unappreciated Role of Obesogens, Endocrine Disruptors and Microplastics in Metabolic Crisis & What to Do About It

Dr. Devaki Berkson

Dr. Devaki Berkson

DC, DACBN, CNS

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Dr. Devaki Berkson
Credits
1.5
September 14, 2024
Abstract

We live in a changed world. A toxic world. These toxicities are adversely affecting epigenetics and contributing to modern diseases, many of them in the past only seen in aging humans. Endocrine disrupting compounds (EDC’s) are being linked to metabolic syndrome, obesity, infertility and even dementia.Yet, today’s medical world has not advanced in prophylaxis, identification or treatment of these growing issues. Allopathic interventions are based on treating acute diseases, not knowing how to turn epigenetic tides or reducing exposures or keeping hormone receptors and thus multiple tissues, optimal and functional.Many EDCs act as direct obesogens. This is based on the stunning work of Dr. Bruce Blumberg. These chemicals damage fat stem cells, causing larger fat cells that are harder to shed. These stem cell changes are often at the sacrifice of healthy bone stem cells, promoting two epidemics concurrently: metabolic + osteoporosis.

In this talk you will learn how EDC exposures in the egg, sperm, placenta, amniotic fluid, mother’s milk and throughout life, contribute to harder to shed metabolic syndrome. You will learn not only the critical role of reducing exposure to EDCs, especially prenatally, but also exact supplements and protocols helping to turn away from this growing unhealthy epigenetic tsunami.

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Ethics, Risk Management, and Documentation

Dr. Steve Conway

Dr. Steve Conway

Sponsor
Speaker(s)
Dr. Steve Conway
Credits
5
September 15, 2024
Abstract

Review of Texas and all states requirements with Ethics, Risk Management, and Documentation.

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