Revitalize your nutritional health with a lively discussion of the latest scientific findings on MS and nutrition, practical advice regarding healthy eating, strategies for maintaining a healthy diet in the context of challenging MS symptoms, and the importance of exercise in promoting an overall healthy lifestyle.
Special Guest Speakers
Neurologist and Physician Scientist; on faculty at the Department of Neurology at Washington University, St. Louis
Dr. Piccio’s research integrates clinical and research aspects related to MS and currently focuses on the role of diet in modulating immune-inflammatory responses as well as the complex interplay among
nutrition, metabolism and the immune system in MS. She is a recipient of the Harry Weaver Neuroscience Award from the National MS Society and has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in international journals. Dr. Piccio will give practical nutritional advice for people with MS, based on research evidence and review of best practices in MS care.
nutrition, metabolism and the immune system in MS. She is a recipient of the Harry Weaver Neuroscience Award from the National MS Society and has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in international journals. Dr. Piccio will give practical nutritional advice for people with MS, based on research evidence and review of best practices in MS care.
Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator
Jan has supported people of all ages in living their best lives while managing diabetes and other chronic conditions. She is a graduate of Western Washington University with a BS in Nutrition and Master of Adult Education and completed a dietetic internship at University of Washington. Jan will be speaking on a dietitian’s experience with The Wahl’s Protocol: a practical review of the science and the diet.
Director of Neuro-Rehabilitation at the MS Center at EvergreenHealth Dr. Brown is a board-certified member of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and works to maximize function and quality of life for individuals with MS. Dr. Brown will discuss an update on exercise and the promotion of an overall healthy lifestyle in MS.
Saturday, July 23, 2016
9:30 a.m. – noon
Check-in begins at 9 a.m.
Free
Healthy snacks will be provided.
Location
Education Center in the Evergreen
Surgery and Physician’s Building
12333 NE 130th Lane, Tan 100/101
Kirkland, WA 98034
Registration
Class size is limited.
Pre-registration required.
For registration and directions
call the National MS Society at
1-800-344-4867 and press 1,
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