Live Webinar: Building Your Immune System with Food and Nutrients

This program is a LIVE INTERACTIVE webinar. Live webinars are considered live credits, not distance learning.

Open to All! 2 CEUs for chiropractors and  massage therapists. * (This class will meet the NJ license renewal requirement of 2 credits of nutrition for chiropractors.)

Whether you’re a health-conscious individual, a parent, or a healthcare professional, this session will provide the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about health in today’s changing landscape. 

This course is updated with new information every time it is offered!

Course Description:

This 2-hour live webinar will provide an in-depth holistic exploration of how nutrition directly impacts both general health and immune system function, with an emphasis on a holistic approach to well-being. It will begin by discussing foundational aspects of eating for overall health, focusing on key factors such as the pros and cons of calorie counting, understanding good and bad fats, and how they affect metabolism and inflammation in the body. Also covered: the role of sugar in the diet and its connection to chronic conditions, along with the complex digestion of wheat and other grains, and how these factors can influence everything from energy levels to digestive health.

In addition, the course will explore the often-overlooked impact of hormones in the foods we consume, examining how artificial additives and hormones in our food supply can disrupt our natural balance, leading to long-term health consequences. This will lead into a broader discussion about how food choices can either promote or hinder your body’s natural ability to thrive, highlighting how a balanced, holistic approach to nutrition can support overall vitality.

The second part of the webinar will focus on building and strengthening the immune system, an area of crucial importance for maintaining optimal health. You’ll learn about specific vitamins and nutrients that play a vital role in immune function, as well as which foods are the richest sources of these nutrients and in what quantities. The course will also cover how certain foods can enhance the absorption and transport of these key nutrients to the body’s cells, ensuring that you are maximizing the potential benefits of your diet.

By the end of this course, participants will have a clearer understanding of how their dietary habits influence not just immune health, but their overall well-being. You’ll leave with practical, holistic tools to optimize your nutrition for better immunity, as well as the knowledge of how to integrate these concepts into daily life for long-term health benefits. Whether you’re looking to boost your own immunity or educate others on the powerful connection between diet and overall health, this webinar will provide essential insights into eating for holistic well-being and immune resilience.

Instructor: Anabela Bacchione, NTP, RDH

Anabela Bacchione RDH, NTP is a Clinical practitioner in the Dental and Nutrition field. Her industry expertise includes an NTP certification since 2008 from the Nutritional Therapy Association in Olympia Washington, serving patients and professionals on their nutritional and health needs.

Since 2009 she has been a speaker providing specialized information to health professionals including Dentists and Chiropractors. Anabela has taught continuing education programs for thousands of health professionals.

​In addition to her nutritional degree and knowledge, she has an active Dental Hygiene license since 1990 practicing with a focus on implementing nutrition and integrative philosophies with her patients.

CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVALS:

*  This course is approved for NJ chiropractors because The Institute for Continuing Education is a Pre-Approved Provider/Sponsor with the NJ Board of Chiropractic Examiners.   The course is also approved for chiropractors in states that accept PACE approval as The Institute for Continuing Education is a recognized continuing ed provider with the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards. This course is approved for NJ massage therapists by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), for all states but New York, Approved Provider #307800-00.

 

Requirements to attend a live webinar:

1.  You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer to view it. If using a smartphone or tablet, it is best to have the app for the program on your device (i.e. Zoom, GoToWebinar).
2.  To verify your continued attendance during the class, you will need a microphone, webcam or the ability to type into the program’s live chat.
3.   Instructors or school personnel will take attendance periodically throughout the class.
4.   Instructors may call on participants.
5.  To verify attendance, a code word may be given sometime during the class.
6. You will be required to complete and return an evaluation after the course has ended. The evaluation may ask what code word was given.
7.  You may not receive your Certificate of Completion if we cannot verify your attendance.

Live webinar invitations are emailed to registered students as the course date nears (approximately one day prior to the class).

Certificates of Completion are emailed to students approximately 5 business days after the course.