Saturday, May 2, 2026

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Todd Born, ND, CNS

"A Comprehensive, Integrative Approach to Autoimmune Disease"

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

Autoimmunity is an immune response directed against an antigen normally present within the body of the host. The disease is a pathologic condition caused by a specific adaptive autoimmune response. This presentation will briefly cover the most common autoimmune diseases, by body system, epidemiology, as well as what they have in common. I will thoroughly cover simple, but yet effective treatment strategies and specifics to optimize patient outcomes.

Bio: Dr. Born is a naturopathic physician, certified nutrition specialist (CNS), owner and medical director of Born Integrative Medicine Specialists, PLLC. He is a medical wellness advisor for the International Medical Wellness Association, and a key opinion leader for Augurex Life Sciences Corp, and expert consultant to the dietary supplement industry domestically and internationally.

He graduated from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA in 2010 and completed his residency at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health, its thirteen teaching clinics, with rotations at Evergreen and Harborview Medical Centers’ Emergency Medicine Departments, Virginia Mason Hospital’s department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Spine Clinic, and Swedish Hospital Integrative Family Medicine.

He is extensively published, has appeared on multiple news and national radio shows, and lectured as an expert for the National Psoriasis Foundation and National Arthritis Foundation. He lectures at medical conferences across the country and internationally.

Dr. Born’s clinical focus is utilizing integrative medicine to treat families of all ages who have complex chronic diseases, with a strong interest in difficult and refractory cases of any condition and age. He sees patients all over the US and globally.

Heather Zwickey, PhD

"Rewriting the Recipe: Microbiome-Based Nutrition for Chronic Disease Relief"

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

More to come...

Bio: Heather Zwickey earned a Ph.D. in Immunology and Microbiology from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with a focus on infectious disease and vaccine development. Dr. Zwickey went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship and teach at Yale University School of Medicine where she worked on immunotherapy for cancer.

She was then recruited to the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR, where she launched the Helfgott Research Institute and served as its director for 17 years. In 2009, Dr. Zwickey established the School of Graduate Studies, developing programs in integrative medicine research, nutrition, and global health among others. As the founding dean of graduate school, she continues to teach many courses.

Dr. Zwickey currently co-leads an NIH funded clinical research training program focused on training the next generation of integrative medicine researchers. She teaches at many universities and speaks at conferences world-wide. At Helfgott Research Institute, Dr. Zwickey applies her immunology expertise to natural medicine, with specific interest in the gut-brain axis in neuroinflammation.

With expertise in infectious disease and vaccine development, Dr. Zwickey has been sought out for her knowledge regarding COVID-19. She’s spoken on more than 50 podcasts, written articles, and been a resource for people with tough questions.

Mona Morstein, ND

"Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth: Fungal Diet, Fungal Supplements, and Medications"

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

Intestinal fungal overgrowth is an underdiagnosed very common problem in patients. Multiple etiologies such as antibiotic use, birth control pills, poor diet, alcohol intake (and others) can allow overgrowth of various fungal species in the colon and/or small intestine. Intestinal and systemic signs and symptoms can help a physician desire further investigation. This lecture will go over physiology and species of fungal organisms in the gut and describe testing options. This lecture will give detailed protocols for treatment and follow-up. At the end of this lecture participants will be able to feel confident with the entire entity of intestinal fungal overgrowth.

Bio: Mona Morstein, ND practices naturopathy at Nevy Health in Mesa, Arizona, where she uses nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle counseling, botanical medicine, homeopathy, and other modalities. She taught at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, where she was Chair of Nutrition at SCNM for 10 years. She wrote and taught the entire nutrition curriculum. She was also the professor for gastroenterology for eleven years and supervised students seeing patients at Southwest Naturopathic Medical Center, the out-patient associated with the school. Dr. Morstein was awarded The President's Award from the AANP in 2012. She is recognized as an expert on prediabetes and diabetes and serves on the editorial board of the Natural Medicine Journal.

 Deanna Minich, PhD, MS, CN, CNS, IFMCP

"Nutrition for Menopause: Evidence-Based Strategies for Clinical Practice”

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

This 90-minute presentation explores the pivotal role of nutrition in supporting women through the menopausal transition and beyond. Rooted in current research and clinical application, this session will review hormonal changes during perimenopause and postmenopause, examine key nutrient needs, and evaluate dietary patterns and nutraceutical interventions shown to influence symptoms, metabolic health, and long-term disease risk. Special attention will be given to individualized, culturally aware strategies that align with the diverse experiences of menopause. Practical tools and case insights will empower health professionals to confidently integrate nutritional support into their patient care protocols.

Bio: Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CNS, IFMCP, is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, educator, and author with over 25 years of experience spanning academia, clinical practice, and the dietary supplement industry. A recognized leader in the field of women’s health and hormone science, Dr. Minich has devoted much of her career to advancing integrative approaches to perimenopause and menopause through nutrition, lifestyle, and phytonutrient therapeutics.

She currently serves as Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health, where she leads the Science-Medical Team, oversees scientific communication, and provides educational leadership for the company’s plant-derived nutraceuticals, particularly in the area of female hormonal balance and endocrine health. She has been actively involved in exploring research investigating natural compounds for hormone modulation, including maca, melatonin, and plant polyphenols, and is widely sought after for her expertise in translating complex hormonal research into practical strategies for clinicians and the public.

Throughout her career, she has maintained a functional medicine nutrition practice (Food & Spirit™), which has evolved into a platform for group programs, workshops, and retreats focused on midlife transitions, stress resilience, and hormone harmony. Dr. Minich is the author of seven consumer books on wellness, four textbook chapters, and over 50 scientific publications, with a growing body of work centered on circadian biology, detoxification, and the female endocrine system.

Her academic training includes a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (1995) and a Doctorate in Medical Science (1999). For a decade, she worked with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the “Father of Functional Medicine,” and has served on the Nutrition Advisory Board for The Institute for Functional Medicine and the Board of Directors for the American Nutrition Association. Since 2013, she has taught in the Institute for Functional Medicine’s Advanced Practice Module in Environmental Health and a graduate-level course in metabolic detoxification at the University of Western States, frequently integrating insights on hormonal imbalances in toxic exposures and endocrine disruptors.

Dr. Minich is both a Fellow (FACN) and a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) through the American College of Nutrition. She continues to teach extensively across institutions including the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy, and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She also serves on the Scientific Advisory Board for the Quantum Biology Health Institute, aligning with her interest in the emerging science of bioenergetics and hormonal rhythms.

Virender Sodhi, MD (Ayurveda), ND

“Insulin Resistance: The Chronic Condition Defining Our Time”

1.25 General, 0.25 Pharmacology (Total 1.5 CE)

Insulin resistance is a defining pathology of our time, underlying a staggering array of chronic diseases including metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, PCOS, infertility, cognitive decline, and more. Yet, it often goes undetected until overt dysfunction arises. This lecture equips naturopathic physicians with the tools to recognize, assess, and intervene early in the trajectory of insulin resistance. It integrates updated pathophysiology with pharmacologically active botanical and nutraceutical interventions, and emphasizes the importance of circadian biology, Ayurvedic insight, and psychometabolic resilience. Attendees will leave with clear clinical tools, therapeutic rationales, and reframed perspectives on how to support metabolic recovery through both modern science and traditional healing paradigms.

Bio: Dr. Virender Sodhi was born in Himachal Pradesh, India. From a very early age, Dr. Sodhi knew that he wanted to be a physician and would go to the village doctor feigning illness in order to procure remedies that he could take home and put into his "doctor’s kit". This passion for healing led him to receive an MD in Ayurveda from Dayanand Ayurvedic College in Jalandhar, India in 1980, and then in 1986, he came to the West to share Ayurveda as part of a cultural exchange program. In 1988, he graduated from Bastyr University with a degree in Naturopathic Medicine.

He was the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the United States. Dr. Sodhi treats thousands of patients from the United States and around the world. He lectures extensively throughout the U.S. and other countries including New Zealand and Australia, as well as conducting classes and seminars in Ayurvedic Medicine. He also writes regularly about the latest Ayurvedic science updates and has also been featured in the Townsend Letter, NDNR and many other publications. Recently, he was appointed as an official advisor of Ayurveda to the government of Australia. Dr. Virender Sodhi is CEO of Ayush Herbs, Inc. and brings a fervent passion for the wisdom of Ayurveda to his practice as well as his personal life. It is that passion that drives him to continually develop new formulations using the latest research and technology available.

In his free time, Dr. Sodhi is avid about his regular workouts, loves to be with his family, enjoys cooking and any out of doors activities such as hiking, boating and picnicking. He is a deeply committed member of his church and community.

 Leah Linder, ND

“Pharm to Farm: Naturopathic Strategies for GLP-1 Therapy”

1.25 General, 0.25 Pharmacology (Total 1.5 CE)

This CE webinar provides healthcare professionals with practical strategies for using dietary and herbal support to complement GLP-1 agonist medications in patients with type 2 diabetes. The session explores how targeted food choices, nutritional supplements, and specific herbal therapies can enhance the effects of GLP-1 agonists, potentially helping patients achieve better glycemic control, manage weight, and address inflammation. The course will also cover guidelines for supporting patients who express interest in tapering off GLP-1 agonists through dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Evidence-based recommendations and case studies will help clinicians apply these strategies in clinical practice to optimize outcomes for patients on or transitioning from GLP-1 agonist therapy.

Bio: Leah Linder, ND, is a writer, speaker, and educator on topics of natural medicine, dietary supplements, and medical foods, with a specialty in human microbiota and cognitive wellness. An alumnus of Bastyr University, Dr. Linder is a licensed naturopathic physician, the owner of her own private practice, and consults for several health and wellness companies bridging the gap between scientific research and healthcare in practice. Her guiding philosophy, “I don’t heal my patients; I teach them to heal themselves.”, underlies her passion for supporting individuals to take charge of their well-being, highlighting the importance of holistic education and self-empowerment on their journey through all stages of life.

Liat Nadler, MScN, CNS, LD, LPF

"Food, Feelings & Fungi: Rethinking Weight Loss in Women’s Health”

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

Weight loss for women is rarely just about food. Emotional triggers, stress patterns, and the stories we attach to eating shape results as much as any diet plan. In this presentation, we’ll explore how combining medical nutrition therapy with food relationship coaching and integrative practices creates a framework for sustainable change. Attendees will learn how to help women move beyond the cycle of restriction and relapse by addressing behavior, identity, and the deeper drivers of choice.

Bio: Liat is a clinical nutritionist, a coach, and the founder and owner of Fabulous Healing Nutrition & Wellness. She started Fabulous Healing Nutrition & Wellness to help her clients discover the key to a healthy life and radiant skin through healthy eating so they can have more confidence, magnetic energy, and self-love.

Liat has a Master of Science in Nutrition from the National University of Natural Medicine. She is a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist licensed by the Washington State Department of Health. She is also a proud member of the American Nutrition Association.

She’s passionate about nutrition and about helping high achievers to be at the top of their game so they can live life to their fullest.