Seminars

Seminars are regularly offered at Four Seasons Naturopathic Wellness

Call or contact us to reserve your spot – 905-597-7201.     Our 2019 Schedule:

7 :00 – 8:00pm (unless otherwise noted)

305 Carrville Rd, Richmond Hill (rear entrance, down West side) – unless otherwise noted

Donations accepted for the food bank and related charities

Fall 2019

Thursday, October 3rd, 2019, 7-8pm – Parkinson’s Disease Support – The Naturopathic Approach.  Are you or someone you love affected by Parkinson’s-like movement problems?  I’ve been helping more and more people with this problem over the years and have found naturopathic treatments to be very helpful.  100,000 Canadians have this problem and it initally shows up in subtle ways, such as: stiffness, slowed walking, trembling finger/other part of the body, difficulty with writing/speaking, restless legs, constipation, etc.  Learn so much more by attending my informative talk.  Contact us to RSVP online or call us at 905-597-7201.

Summer 2019

Sunday, July 21st, 2019 – 3pm – Herb Gardening Workshop.  Come to learn about important herbs that can grow in your house and yard.  We’ll discuss not only how to grow them, but also how to use them in your cooking, teas and other medicinal ways to improve your health.  Prepare to get your hands a little dirty as we’ll plant seeds together for you to take home with you.  Seating is limited, $10 materials fee.  Location: my office/yard – 305 Carrville Rd, Richmond Hill.  Contact us to RSVP online or at 905-597-7201.

Thursday, July 25th, 2019, 7-8pm – ADHD, Autism & Learning Disorders Spectrum – Naturopathic Support for Success. Location: 305 Carrville Rd.  Learn about the causes, associated issues and naturopathic methods to helping kids and adults with problems with learning, inattention, hyperactivity, anxiety, aggressiveness, poor behaviour, insomnia, as well as issues unique to those with Autism.  Contact us to RSVP online or at 905-597-7201

Fall 2018

Thursday, September 27th, 2018, 7pm – Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – A Naturopathic Program. Location: 305 Carrville Rd, Richmond Hill

Learn about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Topics: new research, impact of nutrition & diet, lifestyle, hormones, toxins, herbal medicines. Prevention will also be discussed. RSVP online or call 905-597-7201. Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York

Wednesday, October 17th, 2018, 7pm – Depression and Anxiety – Effective Naturopathic Support Options. Location:  Nature’s Source, Maple – 2943 Major Mackenzie Dr. Unit 7 (Major Mackenzie & Jane). There are many faces of mental illness and many naturopathic supportive approaches to individualize care.  Learn about the causes and nature-based support treatments that can help those with mental health symptoms/illness and those wishing to prevent it. Topics will include hormone, neurotransmitter & nutritional balance, early life experiences, pain & inflammation, herbal medicines, impact of toxins and your environment, genetics, lifestyle and more. Mental health restoration is possible, take the first steps to learn more.   RSVP at familynaturopath.ca/contact-us/ or call 905-597-7201.

Thursday, November 15th, 2018, 7pm – ADHD, Autism & Learning Disorders Spectrum – Naturopathic Support for Success. Location: Four Seasons Naturopathic Office  Learn about the causes, associated issues and naturopathic methods to helping kids and adults with problems with learning, inattention, hyperactivity, anxiety, aggressiveness, poor behaviour, insomnia, as well as issues unique to those with Autism.  Contact us to RSVP at 905-597-7201

Spring 2018

Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 3pm – Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – Naturopathic program.  Location: Nature’s Source, GUELPH (in Metro)

Learn about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Topics: new research, impact of toxins, nutrition, diet, hormones, herbal medicines.  Prevention will also be discussed.  RSVP at 519.822.8900 or my office at 905-597-7201.  Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York

Thursday, May 24th, 2018, 7pm – ADHD-Autism Spectrum Seminar  Location: Four Seasons Naturopathic Office

Learn about the causes, associated issues and naturopathic methods to helping with kids and adults with problems with learning, inattention, hyperactivity, anxiety, aggressiveness, poor behaviour, insomnia, as well as issues unique to those with Autism.  Contact us to RSVP at 905-597-7201

Wednesday, June 6, 2018, 7pm – Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – Naturopathic program.  Location: Nature’s Source, MISSISSAUGA

Learn about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Topics: new research, impact of toxins, nutrition, diet, hormones, herbal medicines.  Prevention will also be discussed.  RSVP at 905.502.6789 or my office at 905-597-7201.  Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York

Wednesday, June 13, 2018, 7pm – Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – Naturopathic program.  Location: Nature’s Source, OAKVILLE

Learn about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Topics: new research, impact of toxins, nutrition, diet, hormones, herbal medicines.  Prevention will also be discussed.  RSVP at 905.257.1655 or my office at 905-597-7201.  Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York

Thursday, June 28th, 2018, 7pm – Hormone balance. Location: Four Seasons Naturopathic Office .Your hormones impact all your organ systems at all ages. From cognitive development to bone, mood, reproductive, skin health and more. Complete our Hormone Profile and learn where your imbalances are and what to do about it.  Topics will cover several areas including menopause, andropause, PMS, endometriosis, cognitive, thyroid and adrenal health, fertility. RSVP at familynaturopath.ca/contact-us/ or call 905-597-7201.

Sunday, August 12th, 2018, 10am – Local Herb Walk.  Starting location:  Four Seasons Naturopathic Office.  Learn about local herbs growing in your neighbourhood…stories, identification, uses.  Be sure to wear suitable clothing (eg: hat, long-sleeves and pants, sturdy shoe-wear). $5 fee. Please RSVP at 905-597-7201.

Summer 2018

Thursday, September 20th, 2018, 7pm – Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – Naturopathic program.  Location: 305 Carrville Rd, Richmond Hill

Learn about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Topics: new research, impact of nutrition & diet, lifestyle, hormones, toxins, herbal medicines.  Prevention will also be discussed.  RSVP online or call 905-597-7201.  Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York

Winter 2017-18

Tuesday, January 30th, 2018, 2:15pm – Naturopathic Approaches to Cognitive Health and Alzheimer’s Dementia.  Location: Delmanor Glen Abbey, Oakville

Learn about how to address the growing challenge facing Canadians: cognitive decline.  This can appear as unexpected problems with memory, language, mood and behavioural changes.  I will discuss my naturopathic approach to prevent and treat people with cognitive decline, including early dementia/Alzheimer’s.  Topics to include dietary, lifestyle, nutrition, herbal and acupuncture approaches to helping cognitive health.

Wednesday, March 7th, 2018, 7pm – Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – Naturopathic program.  Location: Nature’s Source, Maple

Alzheimer’s disease is getting more common, especially as the population ages and has been described as an emerging epidemic.  Join Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Rahim Habib, in learning about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Topics:

• Newer risk factors, understanding the causes
• Integrative Naturopathic testing
• Toxicity and detoxification
• New research on herbal medicines, nutrition, dietary changes, toxicity
• Role of the Naturopathic Doctor in adjunctive integrative management
• Prevention is fundamental to protect the next generation, and will be discussed
• Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York and Richmond Hill Food Bank

Fall 2017

November 16th, 2017 – Hormone balance. Your hormones impact all your organ systems at all ages. From cognitive development to bone, mood reproductive, skin health and more. Topics will cover several areas including andropause, menopause, PMS, endometriosis, cognitive, thyroid and adrenal health, fertility. Join me Thursday November 16^th, 2017 at 7pm. RSVP at familynaturopath.ca/contact-us/ or call 905-597-7201.

November 23rd, 2017, 5:30-6:30pm – Naturopathic Support Treatment, Case Studies.  Hosted by Shine Through the Rain Foundation.  Learn about how naturopathic treatment can help you and your  loved ones who are facing chronic or recurring symptoms or illnesses.  RSVP at 1-866-753-0303.  Located at 1211 Gorham St, Unit 12 in Newmarket, Ontario.

Summer 2017

Digestive Wellness and Natural Solutions – Tuesday June 27th, 7pm. Special Location: Nature’s Source, 2943 Major Mackenzie Dr, Maple, ON.

Cancer: Naturopathic support treatment – Thursday November 24th, 6pm

• Learn about naturopathic support treatments that can help those with a variety of cancers.  Nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy and mind-body approaches will be presented as well as options for pain, nausea, quality of life care, etc.
• Call or Click to reserve your spot – 905-597-7201

Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s – Naturopathic program – Thursday September 29, 2016 6pm

• Alzheimer’s disease is getting more common, especially as the population ages, and has been described as an emerging epidemic.  Join Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Rahim Habib, in learning about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.Topics:
  • Newer risk factors, understanding the causes
  • Integrative Naturopathic testing
  • Toxicity and detoxification
  • New research on herbal medicines, nutrition, dietary changes, toxicity
  • Role of the Naturopathic Doctor in adjunctive integrative management
  • Prevention is fundamental to protect the next generation, and will be discussed
  • Donations collected towards Alzheimer Society – York and Richmond Hill Food Bank

2014 Series:

Can you prevent breast and prostate cancer?  

Naturopathic options to prevention and treatment

Come Learn:

• new research on breast and prostate cancer prevention
• naturopathic strategies for prevention & treatment
• how to promote a cancer-free body and environment for you and for future generations

Saturday November 15th – 4-5pm

FREE – donations accepted towards Prevent Cancer Now

RSVP at 905-597-7201

ADHD – AUTISM?  Naturopathic Treatment Options

 Wednesday November 26th – 7-8pm

Learn about the causes, associated issues and naturopathic methods to helping with kids and adults with problems with inattention, hyperactivity, anxiety, aggressiveness, poor behaviour, insomnia, as well as issues unique to those with Autism.

RSVP at 905-597-7201.

FREE – donations accepted towards Learning Disabilities and Autism-related organizations.

Spring Detox – Wednesday, April 9th at 7:30 p.m. – Dr. Rahim Habib

A very popular workshop coming back again. Come learn the best strategies to get lighter, clean out and feel better than ever for the coming spring & summer.

You will learn the:

Venue:  3160 Steeles Ave E, Unit #216, Markham (Highway 404 & Steeles) Cost: $10

RSVP – 905-597-7201 or 905-477-8900

ADHD, Anxiety, Depression in Children

The Naturopathic Approach

  Topics to be covered include:

• The role of food and nutrition
• The role of toxins/chemicals
• Alternatives to stimulant medications
• The role of genetics, sleep, parenting, home and school environments
• The role of the Naturopathic Doctor – the wholistic approach, testing, monitoring, treatment options…much more to learn and understand

Seminar By Rahim Habib, Naturopathic Doctor

Fee: No Charge – Food Bank donations accepted

Location: 305 Carrville Rd, Richmond Hill (rear entrance)

Date: Wednesday December 4th 2013, 7pm

Reserve your seat, call: 905-597-7201

Your Thyroid

Is it causing you symptoms?

Weight problems

Cold hands & feet, Low energy, Poor memory and Hair loss?

Topics to be covered include:

·The many symptoms of Thyroid Dysfunction

·The types and causes of Thyroid Dysfunction

·Naturopathic and Medical Treatment Options

Seminar By Rahim Habib, Naturopathic Doctor

Fee: No Charge – Food Bank donations accepted

Location: Nature’s Source – 2943 Major Mackenzie Dr. (at Jane)

Date: Tuesday July 30th, 2013, 7pm

Other Upcoming Talks:

·Tuesday August 27^th – Naturopathic Treatment of A.D.H.D

·Tuesday September 24^th – Hair Testing: A Mirror of Your Health

Reserve your seat call: 905-597-7201

Is it my Thyroid?  Naturopathic Aproaches to Diagnosing and Treating Thyroid Problems.

Thursday July 18th at 7pm. Do you have difficulties losing weight?  Cold feet and hands?  Falling hair and low energy?  Fertility problems?  Come and learn about naturopathic approaches to diagnosing and treating the thyroid gland for optimal health.  305 Carrville Rd.  Please call to reserve your seat: 905-597-7201.  Accepting food bank donations.

ADHD: Naturopathic Approaches

Topics to be covered include:

·The role of food and nutrition

·The role of toxins/chemicals

·Options to stimulant medications

·The role of genetics, sleep, parenting, home and school environments

·The role of the Naturopathic Doctor – the wholistic approach, testing, monitoring, treatment options…much more to learn and understand

Seminar By Rahim Habib, Naturopathic Doctor

Fee: No Charge – Food Bank donations accepted

Date: Thursday, February 28th, 2013, 7pm

Location: 305 Carrville Rd (rear entrance)

Call to Reserve Your Seat – 905-597-7201

www.FamilyNaturopath.ca

Essential Oils &

Autism

A Promising Field

The efficacy of any essential oils treatment depends on the understanding of what they really are. And the same is true for the treatment of Autism. As carriers of higher life principles, essential oils are extraordinary healers and teachers at the same time. We must understand the Autistic individual to address their needs and healing with the matching essential oil. Join us to learn more about a unique way of potentising essential oils and accessing new ground in healing, in the mystery of Autism.

Fee: No Charge, Donations accepted for local Autism Groups

Date: Tuesday, October 30^th, 2012, 7:30pm

Location: 305 Carrville Rd (rear entrance)

Call to Reserve Your Seat – 905-597-7201

www.FamilyNaturopath.ca

SEMINAR: COLD & FLU CARE

Thursday November 1st, 2012, 7pm

By: Rahim Habib ND

Learn about how to prevent colds and flu’s, and importantly, how to manage the symptoms effectively to get better faster, with at home naturopathic treatments and adjunctive care.  Free Chest Rub Ointment to seminar attendees.  Donations accepted to support Alzheimer’s Society, “Coffee Break” fundraiser.

Call to reserve your seat: 905-597-7201.

  Alzheimer’s Disease – September 20th, 2012 SEMINAR:  Cold & Flu Care – Natural Cures and Prevention Tips Role of Integrative Naturopathic Treatment Alzheimer’s disease is getting more common, especially as the population ages, and has been described as an emerging epidemic.

Join Naturopathic Doctor, Rahim Habib, in learning about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s disease.

Topics:

• Newer risk factors, understanding the causes
• Integrative Naturopathic testing
• Toxicity and detoxification
• New research on herbal medicines, nutrition, dietary changes, toxicity
• Role of the Naturopathic Doctor in adjunctive integrative management
• Prevention is fundamental to protect the next generation, and will be discussed

…Much more to learn and understand at this seminar…

Seminar By Rahim Habib, Naturopathic Doctor

Fee: No Charge. Donations accepted for Alzheimer Society

Date: Thursday, September 20th, 2012, 7:00pm

Location: 305 Carrville Rd (rear entrance), Richmond Hill

Call to Reserve Your Seat – 905-597-7201

Individualized Nutrition & Detoxification – Customized Naturopathic Health Care Thursday May 10th, 2012 @ 7:30pm

Most  illnesses are due to poor nutrition, lifestyle, toxicity, and stress.  However, making an effective plan to treat health problems, or to prevent them, can take a lot of trial-and-error and waiting from a generalized medical approach to health.   At this seminar, learn about the strength and effectiveness of integrating a naturopathic medical treatment plan that brings about the best health for you and your family, from an individualized approach.  Case examples will be discussed; topics will include naturopathic nutrition, detoxification options, herbal medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, and updated ways of testing and monitoring. Location: 305 Carrville Rd (rear entrance), Richmond Hill

Call to Reserve Your Seat – 905-597-7201

Whole Child Naturopathic Approach to Autism Spectrum

Thursday, April 26^th, 2012, 7:30pm Learn about the Whole-Child Naturopathic Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is helping children.Hear Dr. Habib’s cases of children whose Autism improved.Topics to be covered include:

·The role of genetics – understanding what you can practically do

·The role of the immune system – for some children with an ASD, there is a degree of auto-immunity – there are naturopathic strategies to promote immune system balance, for benefit

·The role of micro-organisms – the ‘bacterial theory’ of Autism will be discussed, as well as other organisms such as yeast, Probiotics, etc.

·The role of optimal nutrition and diet – all nutrients impact the immune system, the brain, and our overall biochemistry – learn about research supporting the role of nutrition in children with ASDs – eg: vitamin D, vitamin B_{12 ,} etc.

·The role of proper digestion – how the intestine plays a significant role in overall brain and whole body health

·The role of the Naturopathic Doctor – the wholistic approach, testing, monitoring, treatment options…much more to learn and understand

Call to reserve your seat: 905-597-7201.

Naturopathic Approach to Trigeminal Neuralgia

Sunday March 25th, 2012 – 9:30am – Thornhill Community Centre

Contact Kathy Somers to reserve your seat – 905-853-9849 – www.catna.ca

Role of Integrative Naturopathic Treatment

Alzheimer’s disease is getting more common, especially as the population ages, and has been described as an emerging epidemic.

Join Naturopathic Doctor, Rahim Habib, in learning about holistic integrative treatments for those with Alzheimer’s disease.

Topics:

• Newer risk factors, understanding the causes
• Integrative Naturopathic testing
• Toxicity and detoxification
• New research on herbal medicines, nutrition, dietary changes, toxicity
• Role of the Naturopathic Doctor in adjunctive integrative management
• Prevention is fundamental to protect the next generation, and will be discussed

…Much more to learn and understand at this seminar…

Seminar By Rahim Habib, Naturopathic Doctor

Fee: No Charge. Donations accepted for Alzheimer Society

Date: Thursday, January 26th, 2012, 7:00pm

Location: 305 Carrville Rd (rear entrance), Richmond Hill

Call to Reserve Your Seat – 905-597-7201

“Skin Detox” at Alma Spa – Learn how to take care of your skin in a healthy and natural way this Winter.  Wednesday November 16th at 7:30pm.  Seminar to be held at Alma Spa. “Autism & Vitamin D” – Learn how this potent vitamin can change the lives of children and their families touched by Autism.  This one cannot be missed!  Thursday November 24th at 7pm in our office. IMMUNE TONIC – Learn how to prevent and treat pesky colds and stubborn flu’s this winter season.  Thursday October 27th at 7:30pm.  Donations will be accepted towards the Alzheimer Society ‘Coffee Break’ annual national fundraiser – Come taste some helpful herbal teas to support your immune system through the winter.  Book your limited spot at 905-597-7201. Also book for your “Cold & Flu Clinic” appointment, for kids, adults and seniors – get your immune system assessed, and have the option to get your naturopathic immune support injection.  Call 905-597-7201. ALLERGIES – Thursday April 28th, 2011.  Joint Lecture with Dr. Habib, Naturopathic Doctor, and Pharmacists of Rutherford Marketplace Shoppers Drug Mart  Come and learn an integrative approach to allergy relief.  Whether you suffer from Spring time allergies, or environmental allergies overall, this talk will address what is behind your reactions, to understand what to do to dramatically improve your  allergies.  Refreshments and meet the speakers from 5-6pm, lecture from 6-7pm.  Call to reserve your spot: 905-597-7201.  Location: Rutherford Market Place Shoppers Drug Mart, 9306 Bathurst Street.

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE WEEK 2010 SPECIAL LECTURE:

Children’s Health – Preventing and Treating Childhood Asthma, Allergies, and Ear Infections – Naturopathically

Thursday May 6th, 20107:30-8:30pm

Why do so many children suffer with these illnesses?  Join us to learn how to address these issues from an integrative perspective from Naturopathic Doctor, Rahim Habib.  Topics to include nutrition, toxin exposures, detoxification, preventing early-childhood disorders before conception, herbal medicine and homeopathy.

An Osteopathic, Naturopathic & Holistic Educational Approach to Healing Childhood Learning and Behavioural Issues

Wednesday March 17^th, 20107:00-8:30pm

Naturopathic Strategies for Optimizing Liver Health

Thursday March 11^th, 20107:30-8:30pm

Effective Naturopathic Approaches to Improving Fertility, Helping Couples Conceive – Thursday February 25^th, 20107:30-8:30pm  Learn how to improve fertility to help couples conceive healthy babies for long term health.  Topics to include nutrition, acupuncture, toxin exposures, detoxification, preventing early-childhood disorders before conception, naturopathic support during assisted reproduction techniques, and labour support. Thursday February 25^th, 20107:30-8:30pm.  Call to reserve your spot – 905-597-7201 Cholesterol & High Blood Pressure, Naturopathic Approach to Supporting Heart Health – Learn about understanding cholesterol & high blood pressure, from a naturopathic perspective, including points on prevention and effective integrative treatment options.  Thursday February 18^th, 20107:30-8:30pm.  Call to reserve your spot – 905-597-7201. Thursday January 21^st, 7:30-8:30pm – Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention & Integrative Naturopathic Treatment for the Emerging Epidemic. The incidence of Alzheimer’s disease is increasing, especially as the population ages, and has been described as an emerging epidemic.  Memory is key to the self, and to quality of life.  Learn what the newer risk factors are for developing Alzheimer’s, and what naturopathic tests and treatments can be integrated to make a more effective treatment plan to help people with Alzheimer’s Disease.  Topics will include newer testing, causes, toxicity and detoxification, new research on herbal medicines and nutrition, including important dietary changes and intravenous treatment.  Prevention is fundamental, to protect the younger generations, and will be discussed. Call to register, seating is limited: 905-597-7201. DECEMBER 2009 December 3, Cancer – Naturopathic & Nutritional Support & Treatments – 7:30-8:30pm By Rahim Habib ND – Naturopathic Doctor & Carolyn Barber RD – Registered Dietitian   In this talk, we will discuss the effects of naturopathic methods to help treat patients with cancer.  We will discuss nutrition overall, specific anti-cancer effects of intravenous vitamin C, mistletoe injections, and homeopathic medicine.  We are also fortunate to have a special guest, a 5-year+ survivor of a difficult to treat form of brain cancer.  Since prevention is fundamental, specific points on prevention will also be discussed.

NOVEMBER

November 5, Detoxification: What, Why, How – 7:30-8:30pm

By Rahim Habib ND – Naturopathic Doctor

November 12, Osteoporosis – 7:30-8:30pm

By Rahim Habib ND – Naturopathic Doctor

November 19, Intestinal Issues – Colitis, Crohns, Irritable Bowel – 7:30-8:30pmBy Rahim Habib ND – Naturopathic Doctor & Carolyn Barber RD – Registered Dietitian

OCTOBER

October 22, Childhood Learning Challenges (eg: Autism, ADD/ADHD), 7:30-8:30pm By Rahim Habib ND – Naturopathic Doctor

October 29, Cold and Flu Prep & Prevention – Natural Approaches – 7:30-8:30pmBy Rahim Habib ND – Naturopathic Doctor & Carolyn Barber RD – Registered Dietitian

We also conduct off-site corporate and public sector seminars and workshops.  Call to book a talk at your next group gathering. 905-597-7201

Improving Fertility, Helping Couples Conceive

Learn how to improve fertility to help couples conceive healthy babies for long term health.  Topics to include nutrition, acupuncture, toxin exposures, detoxification, preventing early-childhood disorders before conception, naturopathic support during assisted reproduction techniques, and labour support.

Thursday April 22nd, 20107:30-8:30pm

Cancer – Naturopathic Support & Treatments

Allergies, Naturopathic Methods to Understand and Resolve Allergies

So many children and adults suffer from allergies of many and increasing kinds – foods, chemicals, pollens, etc.  Learn why and how to deal with these increasing problems.  Factors such as nutrition, genetics, and toxicity will be discussed, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and detoxification.

Thursday March25^th, 20107:30-8:30pm

In this talk, we will discuss the effects of naturopathic methods to help support patients with cancer.  We will discuss nutrition overall, specific anti-cancer effects of intravenous vitamin C, herbal and homeopathic medicines.  Since prevention is fundamental, specific points on prevention will also be discussed.

Thursday April 8^th, 20107:30-8:30pm