BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SOPHIA Natural Health - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://inm.center X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SOPHIA Natural Health REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235910 CREATED:20190730T164545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T165427Z UID:6463-1568314800-1568318400@inm.center SUMMARY:Proven Methods for Alleviating Stress\, Anxiety & Depression DESCRIPTION:Proven Methods for Alleviating Stress\, Anxiety & Depression\nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, as he leads an informative discussion and shares science-based natural solutions that you can incorporate into your everyday life!\nWhen:  Thursday\, Sep 12th\, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pmWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CTCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)RSVP BY CALLING: 203-740-9300 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sign Up for Sep 12th Event\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dealing with stress\, anxiety\, & depression\nStress affects people physically\, mentally and emotionally. According to the American Institute of Stress\, up to 90% of all health problems are related to stress. \nMost people are not aware that stress makes our body secrete certain hormones that over time can destroy our health. It can cause many health problems including anxiety\, depression\, heart disease\, hormone problems\, high blood pressure\, chronic pain\, stroke\, cancer\, and sleep disorders\, just to name a few. \nLearn about the symptoms of stress\, how stress affects the body’s overall health\, and what a person can do to relieve stress both at work and at home to feel better and enjoy life more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. He also hosts “The Natural Medicine Connection”\, Fairfield County’s only health talk radio show\, on WLAD Danbury (800WLAD on the AM dial)\, every Saturday\, from 10 to 11 a.m. URL:https://inm.center/event/stress-anxiety-depression-relief/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190724T180316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T193901Z UID:6285-1565290800-1565294400@inm.center SUMMARY:Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine - Why You Need It and Can't Live Without It DESCRIPTION:Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine – Why You Need It and Can’t Live Without It\nIn this lecture\, Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield\, will de-mystify the oldest medical system in the world and explain how you can restore health naturally and successfully.\nWhen:  Thursday\, Aug 8\, 2019\, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pmWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CTCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)RSVP BY CALLING: 203-740-9300 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sign Up for the Aug 8th Event\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Understanding Chinese Medicine\nTraditional Chinese Medicine is built on a foundation of more than 2\,500 years of Chinese medical practice that includes various forms of herbal medicine\, acupuncture\, massage (tui na)\, exercise (qigong)\, and dietary therapy. We’ll describe the different diagnosis methods such as tongue\, pulse and palpation as well as the use of all the tools of Chinese medicine including acupuncture\, massage\, and herbal medicine. Using modern technology and research\, it proves to be a powerful system for restoring health and keeping you healthy and disease-free. Christopher will also share acupressure points that can help relieve day-to-day symptoms of some common ailments. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Senior Acupuncturist at Sophia Natural Health Center\, Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, is a graduate of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York City. Chris is also a Board Certified Herbalist and a Registered Yoga Teacher. He is trained in classical acupuncture (TCM)\, tui-na (manual therapy)\, herbal medicine & cupping therapy. He is also an author of an informational book on acupuncture and Chinese medicine called “108 Healing Secrets”.About SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science. SOPHIA specializes in women’s health issues (anti-aging\, hormone balancing\, breast cancer prevention)\, environmental allergies\, food intolerances\, chemical/environmental toxicity\, and chronic inflammation and pain in the body – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. Sophia Location: 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT 06804 (203) 740-9300 web: inm.center URL:https://inm.center/event/why-acupuncture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190716T195321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T204820Z UID:5894-1563390000-1563393600@inm.center SUMMARY:Proven Methods for Alleviating Stress\, Anxiety & Depression DESCRIPTION:An Integrative Natural Medicine Approach For A Happier and Healthier Life.\nStress affects people physically\, mentally and emotionally. According to the American Institute of Stress\, up to 90% of all health problems are related to stress. Most people are not aware that stress makes our body secrete certain hormones that over time can destroy our health. \nIt can cause many health problems including anxiety\, depression\, heart disease\, hormone problems\, high blood pressure\, chronic pain\, stroke\, cancer\, and sleep disorders\, just to name a few. Learn about the symptoms of stress\, how stress affects the body’s overall health\, and what a person can do to relieve stress both at work and at home to feel better and enjoy life more. \nWhen:  7:00 pm – 8:00 pmWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CTCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)RSVP:  To our office at 203-740-9300 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, as he leads an informative discussion and shares science-based natural solutions that you can incorporate into your everyday life!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. He also hosts “The Natural Medicine Connection”\, Fairfield County’s only health talk radio show\, on WLAD Danbury (800WLAD on the AM dial)\, every Saturday\, from 10 to 11 a.m. URL:https://inm.center/event/methods-for-alleviating-stress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190606T153841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T173733Z UID:4883-1560798000-1560801600@inm.center SUMMARY:Proven Methods for Alleviating Stress\, Anxiety & Depression DESCRIPTION:Sophia Presents: “Proven Methods for  Alleviating Stress\, Anxiety & Depression\,” An Integrative Natural Medicine Approach For A Happier and Healthier Life. \nStress affects people physically\, mentally and emotionally. According to the American Institute of Stress\, up to 90% of all health problems are related to stress. Most people are not aware that stress makes our body secrete certain hormones that over time can destroy our health. It can cause many health problems including anxiety\, depression\, heart disease\, hormone problems\, high blood pressure\, chronic pain\, stroke\, cancer\, and sleep disorders\, just to name a few. Learn about the symptoms of stress\, how stress affects the body’s overall health\, and what a person can do to relieve stress both at work and at home to feel better and enjoy life more. \nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, as he leads an informative discussion and shares science-based natural solutions that you can incorporate into your everyday life! \nWednesday\, July 17th\, 2019 \nWhen:  7:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)\nRSVP:  To our office at 203-740-9300 \nAbout SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked.\nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. He also hosts “The Natural Medicine Connection”\, Fairfield County’s only health talk radio show\, on WLAD Danbury (800WLAD on the AM dial)\, every Saturday\, from 10 to 11 a.m. URL:https://inm.center/event/alleviating-stress-anxiety-depression-workshop/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Sofia-Image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T130000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190220T221434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190715T191652Z UID:4097-1559390400-1559394000@inm.center SUMMARY:Chinese Medicine: Understanding Your Pattern Diagnosis DESCRIPTION:Sophia Presents: Chinese Medicine: Understanding Your Pattern Diagnosis \nChinese Medicine is the oldest medical system in the world dating back 4\,000 years and has been proven to benefit a number of common health problems by addressing the root cause. By the end of the program\, you will learn and receive a print out of what your unique Chinese medical diagnosis is. This will be determined by performing live diagnostic demonstrations such as medical pulse diagnosis\, tongue diagnosis and digital organ health screenings. URL:https://inm.center/event/chinese-medicine-pattern-diagnosis/ CATEGORIES:Chinese Medicine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/holding-wrist-doctor.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190425T012139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T133710Z UID:4346-1558638000-1558641600@inm.center SUMMARY:The Truth About CBD: What is Cannabidiol? Is it Safe? Does It Work? DESCRIPTION:Cannabidiol\, better known as CBD\, it is one of the 104 chemical compounds known as cannabinoids found in the cannabis or hemp plant\, a plant with a rich history as medicine going back thousands of years. \n\nAs a safe\, non-addictive non-intoxicating substance\, CBD is gaining momentum in the health and wellness world\, with some scientific studies confirming it may help treat a variety of ailments like chronic pain\, anxiety\, autoimmune diseases\, neurological conditions\, gut disorders\, cardiovascular dysfunction and more. \nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center as he leads an informative discussion with all the facts you need to know about CBD and its usage for health. \nWhen: 7:00 – 8:00 pm\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT \nCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. He also hosts “The Natural Medicine Connection”\, Fairfield County’s only health talk radio show\, on WLAD Danbury (800WLAD on the AM dial)\, every Saturday\, from 10 to 11 a.m. URL:https://inm.center/event/the-truth-about-cannabidiol-lecture/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/cbd-oil-sophia.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T131500 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190220T215357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190220T215745Z UID:4095-1557576000-1557580500@inm.center SUMMARY:An Integrative Medicine Approach to Preventing Cardiovascular Disease DESCRIPTION:Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, will present a lecture on an Integrative medicine approach to preventing cardiovascular disease. It involves looking at present conventional testing options and their strengths and weaknesses. He will also introduce novel testing that detects early risk factors that can be influenced positively through diet and lifestyle activities. During the workshop\, we will be performing non-invasive heart health screenings for all participants.  \nWhen: 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT \nCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 URL:https://inm.center/event/integrative-medicine-and-cardiovascular-disease/ CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Integrated Natural Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pasted-image-0-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190601 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190508T202943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T203037Z UID:4608-1557273600-1559347199@inm.center SUMMARY:May is Teacher Appreciation Month at SOPHIA! DESCRIPTION:May is Teacher Appreciation Month at SOPHIA!\n \n \n \n \n \n Teacher Appreciation Month at SOPHIA Natural Health Center is a way to say THANK YOU to all of the teachers that care and nurture the minds and hearts of their students. \nWith sincere appreciation\, SOPHIA will be providing a complimentary Acupuncture Treatment for ALL teachers for the entire month of May! Please take a moment to find time to care and nurture YOUR health by calling (203) 740-9300. We’re looking forward to your call! URL:https://inm.center/event/teacher-appreciation-month-at-sophia/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/may-teacher-appreciation-week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T130000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190220T214759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190220T220022Z UID:4089-1556366400-1556370000@inm.center SUMMARY:Chinese Dietary Therapy: Eat Right for the Spring Season DESCRIPTION:Join Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, of SOPHIA Natural Health Center as he explains Chinese Dietary Therapy\, taking into account the energetic properties of foods that can transform your health. Find out how to nourish and rebuild your body during the spring months with seasonally appropriate foods. There will be food tastings and recipes provided.  \nWhen: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT \nCost:  $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 URL:https://inm.center/event/chinese-dietary-therapy-eat-right-spring-season/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/eating-healthy-spring-season.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190323T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190316T120738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T121139Z UID:4154-1553338800-1553360400@inm.center SUMMARY:The 27th Annual Western New England Home Show DESCRIPTION:Find Us At The 2019 Western New England Home Show!\nWe will have a booth at the 27th Annual Western New England Home Show at the O’Neill Center\, WestConn\, West Side Campus\, 43 Lake Ave. Ext.\, in Danbury on Saturday\, March 23\, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm and Sunday\, March 24\, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Come visit us as we will be providing FREE pain and stress relief treatments and health analysis screening! \n \n Find Out More About the Event URL:https://inm.center/event/27th-annual-western-new-england-home-show/ LOCATION:O’Neill Center Western CT State University\, 43 Lake Avenue Extension\, Danbury\, CT\, 06811\, United States CATEGORIES:Events Around CT,Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/48320035_10157827949391754_4469102548833271808_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190316T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190316T143000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190121T172737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T001538Z UID:3868-1552743000-1552746600@inm.center SUMMARY:“Sleep – Do You Get Enough?” DESCRIPTION:Danbury Public Library Presents: \nSleep is a natural part of everybody’s life\, but many people know very little about how important it is\, and some even try to get by with little sleep. Sleep is something our bodies need to do; a basic human need\, it is not an option. During sleep many of the body’s major organ and regulatory systems continue to work actively. Some parts of the brain actually increase their activity dramatically\, and the body produces more of certain hormones. Sleepiness due to chronic lack of adequate sleep is a big problem in the United States. \nIn this lecture\, Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield\, will cover the three natural solutions to sleep problems: vitamins\, exercise and physical treatment. There are treatable reasons for sleep problems and sleeping pills only mask the real cause. Find out how you can get some sleep! \nSaturday\, March 16th\, 2019 \nWhen:  1:30 pm – 2:30 pm\nWhere:  Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  To the library directly:  203-797-4505    Or online at:  danburylibrary.org \n  \nAbout SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science. SOPHIA specializes in women’s health issues (anti-aging\, hormone balancing\, breast cancer prevention)\, environmental allergies\, food intolerances\, chemical/environmental toxicity\, and chronic inflammation and pain in the\nbody – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked.\n \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. He also hosts “The Natural Medicine Connection”\, Fairfield County’s only health talk radio show\, on WLAD Danbury (800WLAD on the AM dial)\, every Saturday\, from 10 to 12 p.m.\n \nSOPHIA is located at: 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT 06804  (203) 740-9300  Web: inm.center \n  URL:https://inm.center/event/sleep-get-enough/ LOCATION:Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health":MAILTO:info@sophianaturalhealth.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190301T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190331T170000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190301T144009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T144009Z UID:4144-1551427200-1554051600@inm.center SUMMARY:March Madness Offer: FREE Digital Organ Function Screening DESCRIPTION:SOPHIA’s March Madness Offer: \nA FREE Digital Organ Function Screening! (a $300 Value) \nThis month\, to help as many people as possible feel FABULOUS\, we’re offering a FREE TEST at our office! With every complimentary Initial Office Visit\, we will provide a Digital Organ Function Screening and Evaluation! \nThis non-invasive screening tool measures what Chinese medical doctors call meridians. The meridians are pathways in the body that distributes oxygen and blood nutrition to the organs as well as communicate intricately with all systems. \nThe results of this computerized test can help us discover imbalances and the root of health problems for some\, assist in developing a prevention program for others and outline an individualized treatment strategy. Strategies include using acupuncture and its added therapies\, nutrition\, customized herbal/supplement protocols as well as diet and lifestyle recommendations. \nDuring the complimentary Initial Office Visit and testing\, we will discuss your health priorities\, explain the results of the testing and recommend a follow-up plan to assist you in creating better health. \nTo take advantage of this FREE offer\, call us at (203) 740-9300 to schedule your appointment! URL:https://inm.center/event/march-madness-offer-free-digital-organ-function-screening/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/free-digital-meridian-flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T130000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20181228T020827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181228T021023Z UID:3805-1549713600-1549717200@inm.center SUMMARY:Winter Workshop: Introduction to Chinese Medicine DESCRIPTION:Winter Workshop in Conjunction with Brookfield Park and Rec\n\n\n\nChinese Medicine is the oldest medical system in the world dating back 4\,000 years!\n\n\n\nThis ancient medical system has been proven to benefit a number of common health problems by addressing the root cause. During the workshop\, you will learn how to utilize simple principles of Chinese Medicine to better serve a healthy lifestyle. We will go over not just theory but also perform demonstrations such as cupping therapy\, and acupressure. \nSaturday\, February 9th\, 2019\nWhen: 12:00 – 1:00 pm\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost: $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to local charities)\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 \n\n\n\n  URL:https://inm.center/event/introduction-to-chinese-medicine/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/chinese-medicine.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190301 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190207T210236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T210853Z UID:3976-1549497600-1551398399@inm.center SUMMARY:Feel Fabulous February - FREE Digital Organ Function Screening DESCRIPTION:Sophia Presents: Feel Fabulous February with a FREE Digital Organ Function Screening! (a $300 value) \nThis month\, to help as many people as possible feel FABULOUS\, we’re offering a FREE TEST at our office! With every complimentary Initial Office Visit\, we will provide a Digital Organ Function Screening and Evaluation! \nThis non-invasive screening tool measures what Chinese medical doctors call meridians. The meridians are pathways in the body that distribute oxygen and blood nutrition to the organs as well as communicate intricately with all systems. \nThe results of this computerized test can help us discover imbalances and the root of health problems for some\, assist in developing a prevention program for others\, and outline an individualized treatment strategy. Strategies include using acupuncture and its added therapies\, nutrition\, customized herbal/supplement protocols as well as diet and lifestyle recommendations. \nDuring the complimentary Initial Office Visit and testing\, we will discuss your health priorities\, explain the results of the testing and recommend a follow-up plan to assist you in creating better health. \nTo take advantage of this FREE offer\, call us at (203) 740-9300 to schedule your appointment! URL:https://inm.center/event/feel-fabulous-february/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/digital-organ-screening-e1549573702894.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190205T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190205T103000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20190121T171322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190121T171444Z UID:3855-1549359000-1549362600@inm.center SUMMARY:“Matters of the Heart: An Integrative Approach to Cardiovascular Disease” DESCRIPTION:Newtown VNA Presents: \n According to John Hopkins School of Medicine\, Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the cause of more deaths than cancer\, respiratory diseases and accidents combined. The latest data states that more than 1/3 of all these deaths can be prevented. \nIn this brief lecture\, Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield\, will introduce innovative information to detect early risk factors of CVD including tests and treatment that can successfully prevent CVD\, naturally. \nThis is information that every person should know if they want to live a long\, healthy life! \nTuesday\, February 5th\, 2019 \nWhen:  9:30 am – 10:00 am\nWhere:  Newtown Municipal Center\, Council Chamber\, 3 Primrose St.\, Newtown\, CT\nCost:  FREE \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, CCH\,  is the Medical Director for SOPHIA Natural Health Center located in Brookfield\, CT. It is one of the busiest holistic clinics on the East Coast.  He is co-author of the book “Essential Remedies for Women’s Health” and host of the radio talk show “The Natural Medicine Connection” on 800/94.1 WLAD every Saturday\, from 10 to 12 p.m.\nSOPHIA Natural Health Center is located at: 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT 06804\n(203) 740-9300  Web: inm.center \n  URL:https://inm.center/event/matters-of-the-heart-an-integrative-approach-to-cardiovascular-disease/ LOCATION:Newtown Municipal Center\, 3 Primrose St.\, Newtown\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Health,Health & Wellness,Integrated Medicine,Integrated Natural Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Untitled-design-32.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20181228T015913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190715T191928Z UID:3800-1547899200-1547902800@inm.center SUMMARY:Chinese Dietary Therapy: Eat Right for The Winter Season DESCRIPTION:Winter Workshop in Conjunction with Brookfield Park and Rec\nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center and Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist\, as they explain Chinese Dietary Therapy\, taking into account the energetic properties of foods that can transform your health. \nFind out how to nourish and rebuild your body during the winter\nmonths with seasonally appropriate foods. There will be food tastings and recipes provided! \nSaturday\, January 19th\, 2019\nWhen: 12:00 – 1:00 pm\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost: $10 per person (all proceeds will be donated to\nlocal charities)\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 URL:https://inm.center/event/eating-right-in-the-winter-season/ CATEGORIES:Chinese Dietary Therapy,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/chinese-dietary-therapy-food.png ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T193000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20181127T190635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T190748Z UID:3611-1544639400-1544643000@inm.center SUMMARY:Chinese Dietary Therapy: Eat Right for the Winter Season DESCRIPTION:Based on Eastern philosophy\, honoring the flavors\, temperatures\, and qualities of foods seasonally balances your body’s function! \nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center and Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist\, as they explain Chinese Dietary Therapy\, taking into account the energetic properties of foods that can transform your health. \nFind out how to nourish and rebuild your body during the winter months with seasonally appropriate foods. There will be food tastings and recipes provided! \n\nWednesday\, December 12\, 2018 \nWhen:  6:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  To our office at 203-740-9300 \nSOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked.  \n\n \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DAOM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. \nChristopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist at SOPHIA Natural Health Center in\nBrookfield will demonstrate Auricular Therapy techniques on several guests\, and you will have the opportunity to practice these techniques on each other! URL:https://inm.center/event/chinese-dietary-therapy-eat-right-winter-season/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/chinese-dietary-therapy-food.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20181022T202527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T201940Z UID:3248-1541790000-1541793600@inm.center SUMMARY:Intro to Sustainable\, Organic and Bio-Dynamic Wines DESCRIPTION:A Special Evening of Information and Tasting!\nJoin us as our guest\, Steve Small of Classic Liquors in New Milford\, will discuss what each winemaking practice is – Sustainable\, Organic\, and Biodynamic\, and how they represent the most eco-responsible methods available for making distinctive wines. \nWe’ll taste these wines as Dr. Ken Hoffman\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, will explain how these practices in production translate into a healthier way of living!\n\nWhen:  7:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  $30 incudes a bottle of your choice from the evening to take home \nAND\, a selection of food pairings with each wine!\nRSVP is a MUST! Space is limited. Call us at 203-740-9300 to reserve yours \n\n \nSOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DAOM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. URL:https://inm.center/event/sustainable-organic-and-bio-dynamic-wines-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sustainable-organic-wine-tasting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T133000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180914T183306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T183306Z UID:3012-1540036800-1540042200@inm.center SUMMARY:Foundations of Integrated Natural Medicine: What is Auricular Therapy? DESCRIPTION:Join us for this informative workshop on the benefits of Auricular (Ear Acupressure) Therapy. \nWe will discuss basic theory on how pressing various points on areas of the ear can improve your health. Whether you have chronic pain\, digestive issues\, or stress\, this presentation will be of benefit.\n\n \nChristopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist at SOPHIA Natural Health Center in\nBrookfield will demonstrate Auricular Therapy techniques on several guests\, and you will have the opportunity to practice these techniques on each other! \n \nThis is a “hands-on” workshop. Wear comfortable clothing and please bring a partner to practice with! Reservations Required. \nSaturday\, October 20th\, 2018\nWhen: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost: FREE!\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 \n\nAn Associate Acupuncturist at SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, \nis a graduate from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York City. He is well trained in classical acupuncture (TCM)\, tui-na (manual therapy)\, herbal medicine & cupping therapy. He is also an author of an informational book on acupuncture and Chinese medicine called “108 Healing Secrets”. \nAbout SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science– getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. \nSOPHIA is located at: 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT 06804   (203) 740-9300 Web: inm.center URL:https://inm.center/event/auricular-therapy-discussion/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/auricular-therapy-reflex.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T190000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180914T181432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T011901Z UID:3007-1539284400-1539284400@inm.center SUMMARY:A Free Documentary Screening No Woman Should Miss: The Promise DESCRIPTION:A FREE Documentary Screening No Woman Should Miss: The Promise\n“The biggest catastrophe in women’s health is taking place right now\, right before our eyes.”\n“The Promise” is a British production about the harms\, controversy\, misinformation\, and over-treatment of the routine breast cancer screening program.\n\nAttend this screening if: \n\nYou are a woman or know a woman\, between the ages of 25 and 85.\nYou are concerned about the controversies in present breast screening and treatment options.\nYou want to learn more about adjunctive breast screening options your doctor may not be telling you about.\nYou want to be in control of your healthcare decisions.\n\n\nAfter the screening\, we will have a Question & Answer Session with Dr. Ken Hoffman\, DACM\, L.Ac.\, SOPHIA Medical Director \nWhen: Thursday\, October 11th\, 2018  7:00 pm\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE\n\nSpace is limited\, please reserve your attendance early!\nCall our office at (203) 740-9300 URL:https://inm.center/event/documentary-screening-the-promise/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/the-promise.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181031T000000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180915T193824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180915T193824Z UID:3025-1538352000-1540944000@inm.center SUMMARY:Safer\, Healthier Breast Screenings for the Month of October DESCRIPTION:Choose Safer\, Healthier Breast Screenings\nWith No Radiation Medical Infrared Thermography\nStatistically\, Infrared Thermography detects risk factors 8 years earlier than a mammogram. It is safe\, painless\, non-invasive and has no contact with the individual.* \nWith our state-of-the-art camera\, our clinic specializes in Women’s Health\, natural hormone balancing and natural treatments for reversing suspicious concerns.* \nOctober is Breast Health Awareness Month\nFor the month of October\, if you bring a friend or family member for their first breast scan\, your breast scan will be FREE. \nTo schedule your routine or free breast scan\, call our office at (203) 740-9300 for an appointment. \n\n*The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Sophia Natural Health Center does not guarantee certain results. URL:https://inm.center/event/safer-healthier-breast-screenings-month-october/ CATEGORIES:Thermography,Women's Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/56a90077-d5b4-4b54-a2df-e502606db163.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180919T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180919T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180826T130040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180826T130040Z UID:2896-1537383600-1537387200@inm.center SUMMARY:Chinese Dietary Therapy: Eat Right For The Fall Season DESCRIPTION:Eat Right For The Fall Season\nBased on Eastern philosophy\, honoring the flavors\, temperatures\, and qualities of foods seasonally balances your body’s function! \n  \nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center and Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist\, as they explain Chinese Dietary Therapy\, taking\ninto account the energetic properties of foods that can transform your health. \n  \nFind out how to nourish and rebuild your body during the fall months with seasonally appropriate foods. There will be food tastings and recipes provided! \n\nWednesday\, September 19th\, 2018 \nWhen:  7:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  To our office at 203-740-9300 \n\nAbout SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DAOM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004.\nChristopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, is a graduate of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York City\, and a Board Certified Herbalist. URL:https://inm.center/event/chinese-dietary-therapy-eat-right-fall-season/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States CATEGORIES:Chinese Dietary Therapy,Health,Health & Wellness,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/nourish-and-rebuild.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180915T133000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180826T120940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180826T120940Z UID:2882-1537012800-1537018200@inm.center SUMMARY:Foundations of Integrated Natural Medicine” - “Cupping Therapy" DESCRIPTION:Join us for this informative seminar on the benefits of Chinese Cupping Therapy.\nCupping refers to an ancient Chinese practice in which a cup is applied to the skin. Today\, cupping is mainly recommended for the treatment of pain\, stress relief and lung issues (mostly chronic cough and asthma). \n\n \nChristopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield\, will demonstrate Cupping techniques on several guests\, and you will have the opportunity to practice on each other. \n  \n  \nThis is a “hands-on” workshop. Wear comfortable clothing and please bring a partner to practice with! Reservations Required! \n  \nSaturday\, September 15th\, 2018 \nWhen:  12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  Call our office at 203-740-9300 \n  \n  \n \n50 Healing Secrets: Achieve Abundant Health by \n Christopher Maslowski L.Ac.  URL:https://inm.center/event/foundations-of-integrated-natural-medicine-cupping-therapy/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Cupping.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180909T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181031T000000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180915T191118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180915T192351Z UID:3021-1536451200-1540944000@inm.center SUMMARY:Get Balanced This Fall With a Free Health Screening DESCRIPTION:Get Balanced this Fall With a FREE Health Screening from Sophia\nThese screenings can show you where your body may be out of balance. \nHORMONES / STRESS TESTING:\nStress hormones contribute and have an impact on the overall health of the body. An imbalance can cause fatigue\, depression\, anxiety\, unexplained weight gain\, inflammation\, and pain. \nCARDIO SCREENING (DPA):\nConventional testing tends to miss early warning signs of heart health risk. Our FDA registered device is a non-invasive tool that can detect warning signs in both circulation and nervous system health. Proper blood flow is vital for the body to repair itself from any disease condition. \nPH – TOXICITY SCREENING:\nThe abundance of toxins in our environment can affect health in a variety of ways including hormone dysfunction\, inflammation and a general decline in health. \nMINI CONSULT:\nWe will discuss the results of the screening as well as our strategies for restoring your body to optimal balance and maintaining this well-being over time. \nTake advantage of this limited time offer! Call our office at 203-740-9300 to schedule your free health screening! URL:https://inm.center/event/free-fall-health-screening/ CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Limited Offers,Stress ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/screening-flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180825T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180825T133000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180809T033232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T033232Z UID:2846-1535198400-1535203800@inm.center SUMMARY:Acupressure and Trigger Point Therapy: A Home Stress & Pain Reduction System DESCRIPTION:Acupressure and Trigger Point Therapy:  A Home Stress & Pain Reduction System\nTrigger points lead to an increase in muscle stiffness and tenderness and a decrease in range-of-motion. Also\, the discomfort from Trigger points can radiate (called referral pain.) Trigger points can cause symptoms not normally associated with muscular symptoms\, such as sweating\, ringing in the ears\, dizziness\, urinary frequency\, buckling knees\, and tearing of the eyes.\n\nChristopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield\, will explain what Trigger points are\, how to locate them\, and how to relieve them quickly and easily. Acupressure and Trigger Point Therapy can help relieve a variety of ailments including fibromyalgia\, osteoarthritis\, neck and low back pain and PMS. Learn the importance of the relationship between stress\, Trigger points\, and your overall health! \nThis is a “hands-on” workshop. Wear comfortable clothing\, and please bring a partner to practice with! A light lunch will be served. Reservations Required! \n  \nSaturday\, August 25th\, 2018\nWhen:  12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  To our office at 203-740-9300 \n  URL:https://inm.center/event/acupressure-trigger-point-therapy-home-stress-pain-reduction-system/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Stress,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Fotolia_89033249_XS-2-Acupuncture.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180815T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180815T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180720T131935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180720T131935Z UID:2825-1534359600-1534363200@inm.center SUMMARY:“Chinese Dietary Therapy: Eat Right For The Summer Season” DESCRIPTION:Based on Eastern philosophy\, honoring the flavors\, temperatures\, and qualities of foods seasonally balances your body’s function! \nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DACM\, Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center and Christopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist\, as they explain Chinese Dietary Therapy\, taking into account the energetic properties of foods that can transform your health. \nFind out how to nourish and rebuild your body during the summer months with seasonally appropriate foods. There will be food tastings and recipes provided! \n\nWednesday\, August 15th\, 2018 \nWhen:  7:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  To our office at 203-740-9300 URL:https://inm.center/event/chinese-dietary-therapy-eat-right-for-the-summer-season/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States CATEGORIES:Events Around CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Fotolia_98982037_XS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180804T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180804T133000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180722T230924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180722T230924Z UID:2840-1533384000-1533389400@inm.center SUMMARY:Free Workshop on Acupressure and Trigger Point Therapy DESCRIPTION:“Acupressure and Trigger Point Therapy: A Home Stress & Pain Reduction System”\nTrigger points lead to an increase in muscle stiffness and tenderness and a decrease in range-of-motion. In addition\, the discomfort from Trigger points can radiate (called referral pain.) Trigger points can cause symptoms not normally associated with muscular symptoms\, such as sweating\, ringing in the ears\, dizziness\, urinary frequency\, buckling knees\, and tearing of the eyes.\n\nChristopher Maslowski\, L.Ac.\, Associate Acupuncturist of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield\, will explain what Trigger points are\, how to locate them\, and how to relieve them quickly and easily. Acupressure and Trigger Point Therapy can help relieve a variety of ailments including fibromyalgia\, osteoarthritis\, neck and low back pain and PMS. Learn the importance of the relationship between stress\, Trigger points and your overall health! \nThis is a “hands-on” workshop. Wear comfortable clothing and please bring a partner to practice with! A light lunch will be served. Reservations Required! \n\nSaturday\, August 4th\, 2018\n\n               When:12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\nWhere: SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost: FREE!\nRSVP: To our office at 203-740-9300 \n \n\n50 Healing Secrets: Achieve Abundant Health 2nd Edition\n\nby Christopher Maslowski L.Ac. (Author) URL:https://inm.center/event/free-workshop-on-acupressure-and-trigger-point-therapy/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States CATEGORIES:CT,Health,Health & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Woman-having-an-head-massage-©-Minerva-Studio.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180607T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180607T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180530T125037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180530T125037Z UID:2803-1528398000-1528401600@inm.center SUMMARY:“Chinese Medicine in China” A Travelogue & Pictorial Journey 2018 DESCRIPTION: \n“Chinese Medicine in China”\nA Travelogue & Pictorial Journey 2018\n\nJoin Dr. Kenneth Hoffman – Medical Director of SOPHIA Natural Health Center for a fun and informative view of his time studying medicine in China. \n  \nDr. Hoffman will share tales of his most recent trip to Beijing and Shanghai where he participated in a 2-week residency program at Shanghai University Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Lots of pictures and stories will be shared. Refreshments will be served. Call to reserve your space! \n\nThursday\, June 7th\, 2018 \nWhen:  7:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere:  SOPHIA Natural Health Center\n31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT\nCost:  FREE!\nRSVP:  to our office at 203-740-9300 \nAbout SOPHIA Natural Health Center: SOPHIA Natural Health Center is the largest natural health and wellness clinic in Connecticut\, combining the traditional healing arts of Chinese and Naturopathic Medicine with modern science – getting our patients results when nothing else has worked. \nDr. Kenneth Hoffman\, DAOM\, L.Ac.\, Medical Director\, has serviced thousands of patients since opening his practice in 2004. He also hosts “The Natural Medicine Connection”\, Fairfield County’s only health talk radio show\, on WLAD Danbury (94.1 on the FM dial)\, every Saturday\, from 10 to 12 p.m.\n \n  \n  URL:https://inm.center/event/chinese-medicine-china-travelogue-pictorial-journey-2018/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States CATEGORIES:Chinese Medicine,Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/China.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health Center":MAILTO:info@inm.center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T150000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180421T170350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180421T170350Z UID:2764-1524999600-1525014000@inm.center SUMMARY:Lyme disease prevention & care talk DESCRIPTION:Get the dirt on gardening…one plant at a time! \n169 Danbury Rd\, New Milford\, CT                       Sunday\, April 29\, 2018\nhttp://litchfieldcrossings.com                               11:00 AM — 3:00 PM \n~ Panera Bread patio ~                                       Rain date: Sunday\, May 6\, 2018 \n  \n \nLitchfield Crossings cordially invites you to join \nMichele MacKinnon\, Advanced Master Gardener\, and a host of local garden experts for a spring celebration at the Center. Join Michele for a walking tour & view the center’s pollinator and bird-friendly plants up close. \nLearn why they’re great choices for home gardens too. \n  \nMeadowbrook Gardens’ plants 🌸 available for sale. Ask the experts your questions. Receive advice. \nGoat Boy Soaps & goats.🐐 HRRA composting experts & info. ♻ Score Panera coffee grounds☕ & kickstart your home composting. Sullivan Farm maple syrup. 🍁 Sample pure honey. 🐝 Browse handcrafted bee products. Author Beth Molinaro book signing “My Kind (of) America\, 📕 a kind-hearted New Milford story. Select Charm of Hearts 💝 garden-theme jewelry by Sharon Elias—Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Dr. Ken Hoffman ) Lyme disease prevention & care. Raffles! \nWe have something for everyone!! \nGet the dirt\, all the dirt\, \non gardening… one plant at a time \nA portion of proceeds to benefit CT Chapter Sierra Club. \n  URL:https://inm.center/event/lyme-disease-prevention-care-talk/ CATEGORIES:Events Around CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Gardening-©-lily.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180320T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180320T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T235911 CREATED:20180221T004054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T004606Z UID:2713-1521570600-1521576000@inm.center SUMMARY:Stress Reduction Made Easy! DESCRIPTION:Presented by SOPHIA Natural Health Center Intern\nMichelle Campbell\n \nTuesday\, March 20th\, 2018\n6:30pm – 8:00pm\n   Are You Feeling Stressed?\n\n              Stress may be showing itself in your life through fatigue\, poor sleep\, weight gain\,general restlessness\, anxiety\, or many other symptoms.\nCome to a FREE workshop\,led by our intern\, Michelle Campbell (BS)\, to learn easy everyday tips and tricks anyone can do to de-stress. She’ll share fun exercises you can do in your chair\, breathing techniques and much more! Join us\, your health depends on it!\nRSVP to the front desk directly or call us at 203-740-9300\n  \nIf you experience any of these symptoms? Our workshop may be for you. \n\nMuscle tension\nHeadache\nRapid breathing\nFast heartbeat\nSweating\nShaking\nDizziness\nFrequent urination\nChange in appetite\nTrouble sleeping\nDiarrhea\nFatigue\n\n“Stress and anxiety can cause mental or emotional symptoms in addition to physical ones”. \nThese can include: \n\nFeelings of impending doom\nPanic or nervousness\, especially in social settings\nDifficulty concentrating\nIrrational anger\nRestlessness\n\nPeople who have stress and anxiety over long periods of time may experience negative related health outcomes. They are more likely to develop heart disease\, high blood pressure\, diabetes\, and may even develop depression and panic disorder.” \nAttend our workshop Stress Reduction Made Easy! \n  \n  \nSOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Route 7\, Brookfield\, CT 06804   Web: imn.center URL:https://inm.center/event/stress-reduction-made-easy/ LOCATION:SOPHIA Natural Health Center\, 31 Old Rte 7\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States CATEGORIES:Stress ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://inm.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Doctor-writing-word-Reduce-Stress-with-marker-Medical-concept-©-Michail-Petrov.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SOPHIA Natural Health":MAILTO:info@sophianaturalhealth.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR