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International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy Quarterly Spring 2016

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Table of Contents

I-ACT PolICy STATemenTS 23 I-ACT PreSIdenT’S leTTer

nBCHT PreSIdenT’S meSSAge 45 SuPPlemenT & drug InTerACTIonS

ArTICle 78 geTTIng STArTed WITH eSSenTIAl oIlS

Joke PAge 910 SPrIng SAlAdS

regIonAl rePS lIST 1112-13 WHAT HAPPenS WHen...

HoW green IS your THumB? 14

16 -17 PurCHASIng 2nd HAnd devICeS

2016 ConvenTIon 18-19

21 regISTer for 2016 ConvenTIon

Are ColonICS BACk? 23 25 CeleBrATe CInCo de mAyo reCIPeS

funrAISIng rePorT 2728-29ColorAdo regIonAl reP rePorT

InTroduCIng mCkennA HoennInger 31 32 for SAle

InSurAnCe 3334 memBerS InformATIon

neW memBerS 1ST QuArTer 35

Disclaimer: I-ACT neither endorses, approves, nor supports any products advertised in this Quarterly Newsletter. These advertisements are provided

to the membership by each advertiser. Additionally, the readers should assure themselves that the material presented herein is current and applicable at the time it is read. The authors cannot warrant that the material will continue to be accurate. Readers should verify

statements before relying on them. No statement herein shall be considered a legal opinion nor a substitute for the advice of an attorney. For the most recent and complete interpretation of laws, please consult an attorney.

I-ACT Policy Statements:I-ACT recommends the use of currently registered FDA equipment and only disposable speculums, rectal tubes, or rectal nozzles. However, should the Therapist use reusable speculums, these speculums should, at a minimum, be autoclaved for sanitation and cleanliness (30 minutes). Additionally, the autoclave unit must be tested and inspected by competent authority at least four times per year- maintain documentation. (Under NO conditions should a disposable speculum or rectal tube be reused).

I-ACT recognizes the FDA classifies equipment used to instill water into the colon through a nozzle inserted into the rectum to evacuate the contents of the colon into three distinct classes; Class I (Enema Kits), Class II and Class III are (Colon Irrigation Systems). Follow the guidelines of your manufacturer, as approved by the FDA for the type of equipment (devices) you are using. Make no claims as to the use of your device other than those approved by the FDA.

The main differences between Class I and Class II devices:

The code of federal regulations CFR 876.5210 & 876.5220 describe the differences between the Class I and the Class II devices. From that regulation, a Class I device is an enema system and does not include “colonic irrigation devices”. A “colon irrigation device” is a Class II device, which in part is described as: “The system is designed to allow evacuation of the contents of the colon during the administration of the colonic irrigation.

The Class I Device: · The Class I device is defined as an enema system and may not have temperature control, temperature gauges or water purification as part of the device. Class I enema systems must be self-administered.· Manufacturers of Class I devices are not required to have third party oversight as they need not com-ply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required of Class II manufac-turers. Class I devices are not as heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA as Class II devices are.· Owners of Class I devices may not market their service using the terms “colonics or colonic irriga-tion” in describing the scope of their practice of evacuating the contents of the lower bowel.

The Class II Device:· The Class II Device is a “colonic irrigation device”.· Manufacturers of Class II devices are required to have third party oversight and must comply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required by the FDA. Class II devices are heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA.· The FDA requires Class II devices to be sold and used on or at the order of a physician or health care practitioner. This may be different in each state.

Although I-ACT is not aware of any laws that preclude you from assisting an individual with an enema, I-ACT does want you to consider upgrading your equipment to the equipment that provides the greatest safeguards to the public. In this profession, that would be equipment marketed as Class II devices.

Remember that I-ACT strongly recommends that all I-ACT members use FDA registered Class II devices or devices equivalent to Class II devices regulated by the appropriate agency in your country. Only individuals using FDA registered equipment will be placed on the I-ACT Web Site. Purchase equipment at your own risk. Ensure you are in compliance with your local, state, federal and country guidelines. Ensure that equipment you purchase is cleared for use in your country.

I-ACT recognizes there are two distinct types of colon irrigation systems; open and closed systems. However, it is I-ACT policy that the colon hydrotherapist / technician is always in attendance / or is immediately available to the client throughout the session. The degree of assistance is to be in compliance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the equipment as registered with the FDA, and/or as directed by a physician.

The policy on insertion is to follow the instruction of the referring physician; the guidelines of the manufacturer as approved by the FDA; or the directives from the authority of your city, county, state, or country ordinances.

I-ACT recommends that you do not put the initials (CT) for colon hydrotherapist after your name, write it out in full. According to most state laws, putting initials after your name is not allowed unless you are licensed or have a degree from an accredited professional school.

Advertising copy which states or implies that colon hydrotherapy can treat any disease, promise cure for any disease, or that makes unsubstantiated medical claims SHALL NOT be used.

NEW MEMBERS 1ST QUARTER 2016

Following is a list of our new members for the period January 1, 2016 through March 1, 2016.We are glad to have you as members. Remember, at I-ACT you are important to us!

First Name Last Name Home City Home State CountryRhonnie Robins-Smith Plantation FL USAMelissa Kann Kalispell MT USAKara Fergason Elk Grove CA USAHope Marino Las Vegas NV USAShane Morrison Kingman AZ USAAndrea Morrison Kingman AZ USAShelly Stroh Post Falls ID USAKim Gerber Sagle ID USAGordana Smith Elkton FL USARichard Christiansen Gig Harbor WA USACarolyn Berry Tempe AZ USAEdward Jackson-Gray York North York United KingdomLlolyn Pobran Coeur d'Alene ID USAMirna Rivera Palm Springs CA USAMinerva Vazquez Chula Vista CA USAJodi Gilbert Escondido CA USAEmily Boor Costa Mesa CA USARegina Purtzer Grants Pass OR USARichard Nam Mansfield OH USAInsook Chung Mansfield OH USARichelle Garman New Oxford PA USAJean Boutin Southport NC USAStacy Love Royse City TX USADr. NewVelvet Washington Virginia Beach VA USARyan Burns Bethlehem PA USASuzanne Krok Parkland FL USADebra Greco Mechanicville NY USALexi DudenHoeffer LaGrange GA USAKelly Weaver Monticello KY USAGilbert Calderon Antipolo City PhilippinesHeidi Fang Las Vegas NV USAKaureen Timur Union City CA USATammarah Boyd Henderson NV USAMary Flannery Santa Fe NM USAAntoinette Crawley San Diego CA USAAsunta Espindola Villar Clearfield UT USAPiper Ziv Oxnard CA USAOlena Castello Greencastle IN USARegina Wheeler Clarksville TN USAAshley McDonald Clarksville TN USABelanie Peavy Cypress TX USA


RUSSELL KOLBOI-ACT PRESIDENT

Letter to the Members from the I-ACT President

Information on Approved A&P CoursesYour students may take an A&P course through their local commu-nity college or university. If they have taken an Anatomy & Physi-ology course for massage, from a state licensed school that provid-ed at least 45 hours of classroom time, that course will also count.

There is one course that may be used for the A&P pre-requisites.

Your student may take the Delmar course through CENGAGE Learning, ONLY if you as the instructor or school register with Delmar and set up the program. It goes through you; students MAY NOT call Delmar directly, it doesn’t work that way.

The Instructor must Contact: Claudine DeChant: Cengage Learning at, 5 Maxwell Dr., Clifton Park, NY 12065 (p) 518-348-2598.

or email: [email protected] Valid in the USA.

Looking for a Career Opportunity?

Go to the I-ACT web site and then go to the members only section. Inside you will find numerous job opportunities.

If you are looking to be employed, you may email us and we will list your name as someone looking for employment.

If you are seeking someone to employ, send us an email with your information and we will post your opening in our E-Blasts.

Also check our “Help Needed” section, in the Members Only section of our web site

http://www.i-act.org/iactmember/membersjobsearch.html

Information for Those Seeking a Job

MEMBERINFORMATION

I-ACT sends out E-Blasts to notify its members of Regional Meetings and other important issues. If you are not receiving these E-Blasts, please email the I-ACT Office and give your current e-mail address. We will immediately put your email address on our E-Blast list.

Members Only Section of the I-ACT Web SiteIf you have not been to our web site, please go to www.i-act.org. Go to the members only section - contact the office for your Members Only password. In that location, you can find the I-ACT Member Logo, and additional member information. In the future, those on our E-Blast list will be sent the current password, so make sure that you are on our E-Blast list to ensure that you receive the password for our I-ACT Member site.

I-ACT is GREEN!!!As of the Summer 2013 Quarterly, I-ACT has gone

“green.” Your quarterly will be emailed to you.

If you would like to have the quarterly sent to you via regular mail, you MUST let us know so we can put you on a list.

Just send us an email: [email protected] and let us know you want/need your future quarterlies via mail.

By receiving an email version of the Quarterly, you help the Association be cost effective and good stewards of the

budget.

Dear Members,

2016 is off and running, the year is passing rapidly.

It is hard to believe that we are already one quarter of the way through 2016. Time flies when you are busy.

Speaking of being busy, your Board of directors are busy preparing for our 2016 Convention. This is the time we can all get together and share thoughts and ideas. It is a time to regenerate your batteries and help strengthen your desire to help others. When we come together, we all realize we are not out there alone. There are many others of like mind and spirit.

If you miss this opportunity by not attending the convention, you do yourself a true disservice. Not only do you miss the opportunity for the camaraderie, but you also miss the great educational information from the fantastic speakers.

Many times, our members call the office and ask for information on how to talk to doctors or other things that might help you build your business. The office lets these members know that the information was taught at the convention. When the office checks back we find out that these individuals have never attended a single convention.

Putting on a convention takes a lot of time and effort. The reason we do it is to help you improve yourselves and your business. To give us the opportunity to get together and share our stories and learn how to help our clients help themselves.

In addition, the convention gives us a time to hold our annual corporation meeting. That is right, I-ACT is your corporation, you are a member of our Association, Make sure that you participate in the annual meeting so your voice can be heard.

So, at this point, if you are not registered for our 2016 Convention, stop what you are doing... Stop

reading this newsletter, and register NOW for the convention. We want to see you there.

The Hilton at St. Petersburg is a fabulous hotel that is perfect for our Convention. It is easy to get into the Tampa airport and there is a Super Shuttle that will get you to the Hotel.

The office staff will help you set up a payment plan to make your registration simple on the pocket book.

On another note, we have set a goal to double the number of members that I-ACT has. We plan to do this by having every one of our members get only one new member to join I-ACT. That is all it will take to double the numbers. Here is an idea, ask a friend of yours (that is not an I-ACT member) to accompany you to the I-ACT convention. Introduce them to I-ACT at one of our conventions and we will get a new member. Not only will that grow our membership, but it will make our convention much bigger.

Finally, I would like to mention that we have set up a GoFundMe site to help raise additional funds for education. Read Gayle Marie Palms’ fund raising information on page 23. She has been doing a fantastic job helping us raise funds. We need extra funds, not only for education, but to support the ongoing legislative efforts, in states like PA, HI, and IL. We need to be prepared with sufficient financial resources so we can respond if/when our profession is under attack. If we do not have additional funds, we are always in jeopardy. It is time for you, to help us, help you.

I know I speak for everyone on your Board, we are here to help you and to serve you.

Russell Kolbo, DC, NDI-ACT President

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From The Desk Of: Belinda Massey, RN NBCHT President

To: All Members of NBCHT

We hope you are doing fantastic in 2016.

I can tell you that 2016 is fantastic for your National Board for Colon Hydrotherapy.

You all know how important the NBCHT Exam is since it is used by the only state in the US that licenses colon hydrotherapists, and that state is Florida. The exam is also recognized in CT and CO. The National Board exam is “legally defensible in the event of a judicial action against a colon hydrotherapist”. The NBCHT has a policy to make this exam available to any state that is seeking legislation to help speed up the process and support the effort.

In order to ensure that the NBCHT exam continues to be “legally defensible” and up to date, we are happy to announce that we have just completed version 2 of the NBCHT exam. That is right, we are now on version 2 of the exam.

Your Board has also been looking at our CEU requirements, and we would like your thoughts on the following suggested changes:

• Change policy to state that upon the yearly renewal, that member is to declare that they have 12 CEUs. That NBCHT will do random audits to check for proof.• If I-ACT convention is used for CEUs, that member must attend 12 hours of lectures.• CEUs for medical professionals may be accepted. These types of CEUs should reflect education to such things as HIV, Hepatitis C, OSHA standards.• Additionally, Massage, Nutritional Consulting, Reflexology, and systems training (on colon hydrotherapy devices), may also be accepted just to name a few.•Some of these CEUs can be easily obtained on line for very reasonable rates making it within reach for everyone’s budget.

As our profession continues to grow in standards of care and education, we can uphold the level of knowledge with requiring ongoing education in our CEU requirements.

Thank you for doing your part to help us grow our Association and our Profession.

Sincerely,

Belinda MasseyNBCHT President

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Supplement and Drug Interactions Do Exist!

Recently I came across an article named “How Your Supplements Interact With Prescription Drugs” in The Wall Street Journal. An interesting resource mentioned in the article is an app called About Herbs, a Sloan Kettering website that one of the doctors in the article manages as a service to the public. It’s worth a visit. This source can be accessed by physicians and patients and used to determine potential interactions between herbal supplements and prescription drugs. Something that disturbed me a bit in this article was the repeated references to the possible negative interactions between supplements/herbs and medications. They were zeroing in on cancer and it seems obvious, especially with cancer that my doctor would ask many questions regarding supplements, herbs or over the counter products that I was using. As mentioned in the article, it just makes sense to allow chemo (if that’s your choice) to do its best job, and actually, there are even different foods that might be best to avoid when a person is fighting cancer. Another example given was the potential negative interactions between blood thinners and supplements. As with chemo, blood thinners are very serious medications, given for life threatening issues like stroke or severe cardiovascular events. Maybe I’m naïve, but I would imagine that people on blood thinners would also tell their doctors about all the extra supplements or herbs they might be taking. A personal example that comes to mind is omega-3s which have mild blood thinning effects. Recently I had a minor surgery. My doctor gave me a long list of things that he didn’t want me to take, eat or do. It was a LONG list. Omega-3s were on there. If I have an upcoming situation where I may be bleeding, I don’t want to be taking anything that might thin my blood at all, and cause additional bleeding, now do I? Ultimately it comes down to being responsible for your own wellbeing and not totally surrendering that care to anyone else, even if you simply ask questions. Be truthful with your doctor and let him or her really understand your supplement and dietary choices. And I’m sure you’ll enjoy the About Herbs website. One disappointing feature I discovered is you can search herbs to learn what medications could be negatively impacted, but you can’t search medications and see what herbs should be avoided. Alternatively, you are able to submit a term under “search” like ‘blood thinners’ and then get a list of herbs that work in that way. Should circumstances dictate a need for prescription medication in your future, I would hope you make an effort to understand the potential interactions with your supplement regimen. As I’ve said many times, my greatest wish for you is that you would become your own best health advocate.

Yours in Health,

Brenda Watson, CNC

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Why It’s So Hard For Healers to Make Money

When my clients first come to me, they often say, “Shayla, I really love my work and know that this is what I am meant to do. But I am stressed out and barely making just enough to get by. I don’t know where to get clients, and I’m just not making enough money.”

If this describes you, take heart. You’ve already done the important work. You’re a gifted and caring healer, and the world really needs you to stay strong and keep doing your great work. It’s ok that you haven’t learned how to fill your practice with great clients and make more money yet. Most true healers struggle with this, because we are so busy giving and taking care of others that we forget to take care of our business and ourselves. I struggled with this myself, giving so much for so little, and eventually even living in a vandown by the river. I have given over 20,000 colonics, and I finally learned how to get great clients and make more money, without feeling guilty or overworking.

So I want you to know the good news is, you can learn how to get great clients, and you can make more money, and it’s easier than you may think.Let’s look at 4 Myths that prevent healers from making more money and helping more people. We have all learned these myths, either consciously or unconsciously. As you read through these, notice how you feel. Don’t judge yourself here; be very open, curious and compassionate about what is so. Simply notice, and let any unconscious beliefs you may have around money come to the surface.

Myth #1But I’m a Healer. Healers aren’t supposed to sell anything.Myth #2It’s not spiritual to want material things.Myth #3I have to choose between doing good and having lots of money.Myth #4It’s for greedy to want more money.

Which if any of these resonates the most with you? Or what other belief about money came up for you? By allowing your unconscious beliefs - which generate about 90% of what shows up in your life - to rise into your conscious awareness, you are already creating positive changes in your ability to make more money as a healer.The first 2 steps in getting more clients and allowing more money to flow into your life, are:

#1. For you to become aware that you have unconscious moneyblocks, and#2. For you to decide that it’s ok for you to have great clients and ok for you to have more money. Not only is it ok, it’s preferable.

You are not helping anyone by staying small and stressed out and broke. You are a gift, and this world needs you to shine.To Your Health and Freedom,

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COLORADO REGIONALREP REPORT

“If you are purchasing a used device, please ensure that it has been maintained according to manufacturer guideines and is fully functional prior to purchasing the device.”

2015, Professional Standards and Ethics Committee report was given to each I-ACT member.

I encouraged each member to contact the I-ACT office to confirm the office has their correct information. A few people said they were not receiving the I-ACT E-Blast.

DISCUSSED.

Always have the client insert and remove the speculum or as ordered by the supervising physician.Practice within the scope of your training, knowledge, experience and legal limits.Members may use the I-ACT Membership Logo, not the I-ACT logo.Highly recommended the therapist have professional liability insurance.The Code of Federal Regulations Title 21. What equipment is required by the FDA for colonic irrigation.Clarification on the Open system verses the Closed system with pros and cons.How the I-ACT membership and annual fees are used.The credibility I-ACT / NBCHT provides.How the NBCHT certification can protect the Board Certified members.Colon hydrotherapy is a higher calling in our profession.No therapist should feel alone. Contact the regional rep for assistance and questions. Call the I-ACT office.

TOPICS OF INTEREST.

Use Skype to keep in contact with each other.Consider hands-on practice, Q&A, etc., during the regional meetings.Meetings in other areas of CO, and Utah. Colorado is the eighth largest state, Utah is the thirteenth in the country.

Three members want to move forward with certification and complete their level 2 requirements.

Additional regional meetings are scheduled for the near future. I welcome all suggestions.

Thank you,James Allred

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Choose Your Oil Wisely

Not all oils are created equal. Just like the food you eat, the oils you use should be as pure, wholeness, and free from extra “stuff ” as possible.

The quality of essential oils can be compromised from a number of things. From the soil conditions to harvesting to manu-facturing and distribution. Because essential oil are concentrated and powerful, you’ll want to be sure your oils are free from pesticides, chemicals, etc.

Things to consider when choosing essential oils:

Plants: The quality of essential oils can be negatively impacted by the use of pesticides and other chemicals, the variability in altitude, soil conditions and rainfall, and the difficulty of differentiating plant species and varieties. Processing: Because of the growing popularity of essential oils and aromatherapy, there are many products on the market that may not be suitable for clinical use. They can be found nearly everywhere, from health food stores to discount stores to the Internet. These products may include pure essential oils, but sometimes they are adulterated or diluted. Such adultera-tions are difficult to identify. Packaging and handling: Other considerations include packaging, storage, and handling. Chemical degradation can occur with exposure to heat, light, or oxygen. Essential oils from citrus products are especially prone to oxidation that can quickly alter the chemistry of those essential oils. Storage: Essential oils should be stored in tightly closed, darkened glass containers in a cool place to ensure lasting quality. You may want to write the date on the bottle after opening it so you can keep track of your own essential oils. Oxidation rates vary, but most essential oils can be safely used for 1-2 years or more after opening.

Don’t just rely on terms like “certified pure” or the like. It’s not that those labels are necessarily bad, but they don’t necessar-ily mean anything either. Your research should go beyond reading a label, especially if you are interested in using oils for medicinal purposes.

Start with Some Basic Oils

Because the world of essential oils is so vast, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when you are first starting out. I highly recommend choosing some basic oils and began using them. This is truly the best way to learn about their potential and how they can fit into your life.

How to Use Essential Oils

– InhalationAromatic uses of essential oils can heighten the senses and have positive effects for the mind and body. You can inhale the oil directly from the bottle, diffuse it with a diffuser.Getting started with essential oils: For anyone who’s wanted to use essential oils but got lost in all the info!

– Topical ApplicationDepending on the quality of your oil, some essential oils are safe to use directly on the skin. Popular areas include ears, temples, soles and tops of feet, abdomen, and upper back. Simply place 1 – 3 drops in the palm of your hand or directly on the desired area and massage the oil in a circular motion. Some oils will require dilution through a carrier oil. I’d recommend checking with the manufacture of your oils to know the safest approach. If you can’t locate the manufacture, switch brands!

– Internal ConsumptionAgain, depending on the quality of your oil it is safe to ingest certain oils as a dietary supplement of food flavoring. It’s always important to follow the recommended dosage on individual product labels and seek the advice of a health professional be-fore taking oils internally.Of course, using essential oils in DIY cleaning products, beauty recipes, or personal care items is another simple way to uti-lize the power of essential oils. There are plenty of recipes on Thank Your Body.com to get you started.

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JOKESCOLORADO REGIONALREP REPORT

Hello Colleagues,

Madeline and I are very happy to have our first central mountain regional meeting in 2016. It’s been over two years since there was a regional meeting here. During our meeting there was good interaction with everyone, and great questions brought to the group. Below is a summary of the February 7, meeting.

We began with therapist introductions and learned our stories are very similar and we all have passion for our profession. It was agreed that educating the client could be considered most important.

Madeline Angelus’ presentation on “Energy Medicine” and her introduction to the Energy Medicine 10-Minute Daily Routine was fantastic. Each participant experienced both the energy testing (not muscle testing), for homolateral energy imbalance. Madeline demonstrated each energy medicine technique while the participants followed using

the handouts Madeline gave them. Each participant practiced the various energy medicine techniques that restore the crossing over of energies, left to right and vise versa. The crossing over of energies restore the balance of the brain / body functions, energetically. These effect us on many levels.

This link Energy Medicine 10-Minute Daily Routine is the handout each participant received during the regional meeting, and the information Madeline shared at the 2015 Nashville I-ACT Convention as a breakout speaker.

Since the mid 1990s, Joanie Coffee, TND, worked continuously on HB13-1111, which originally was between the Colorado Naturopaths and Naturopathic Physicians. In early 2013, the bill seemed to be going well. At the last minute, medical doctors associated with HB13-1111, wanted to make colonic irrigations illegal in Colorado.

Joanie and team with Colorado Senator Cherie Jahn held the course. I-ACT, its Board of Directors, the I-ACT membership, and many others came together by donating finances and time to oppose those who would remove our right to practice natural health and, supported SB13-215. It is important to know and understand the requirements for colon hydrotherapy in SB13-215 came from the State, not I-ACT or any other individual or group.

With the assistance of Joanie Coffee, the author of SB13-215, I made and edited my first video which we all watched during the I-ACT regional meeting. Joanie made clear what the Colorado law says about colon hydrotherapy, what is required to practice colon hydrotherapy legally, who may be exempt from this law, and what could happen if this law is violated.

REVIEWED.

Each I-ACT member brought a copy of their intake form and CO disclosure statement. The disclosure statements varied significantly. To assist the I-ACT members, a copy of the original CO disclosure and a sample of the I-ACT CO disclosure statement was emailed to each member.

A printed copy of the current I-ACT guidelines, policy and procedures and a printed copy of the September 18,

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Have you seen that new movie Constipated?It’s not come out yet.

People who tell you that they’re constipated are full of crap.

A man was sitting at a bar one day when a pirate walked in. The pirate had a wooden leg, a hook for one hand, and a patch over one eye.Feeling sorry for the pirate, the man said, “Come over here, my friend. You look as though you’ve had a tough life and I’d like to buy you a drink.”The pirate gladly went over to the man who ordered him a rum.Then the man asked the pirate, “I’m curious, how did you lose your leg?”“Arrrgh!” said the pirate, “I lost that timber to a tiger shark in the Caribbean when I was thrown overboard for stealing a man’s rum.”“Wow, that’s awful!” said the man. “And tell me, how did you lose your hand?”“Arrrgh!” replied the pirate, “I lost that fighting cannibals on a treasure island.”“Oh my word!” the man said, “How awful! And tell me, how did you lose your eye?”The pirate said, “Arrrgh! A seagull pooped in it!”“A seagull!” The man was surprised. He asked, “Is seagull poop dangerous?!”The pirate said, “Nay, matey, it was me first day with the hook.”

Do clown farts smell funny?

A little boy is walking down the country road one day when he comes across a man who has a truck load of cow manure.The boy asks him what he’s going to do with all that cow poop.The man says, “I’m taking it home to put on my strawberries.”The little boy looks up at the man and says, “I don’t know where you come from, but where I come from we put cream and sugar on our strawberries.”

Did you hear about the constipated accountant?He couldn’t budget.

You never really appreciate what you’ve got until it’s gone.Toilet paper is a good example.

I went into a public toilet for a poop the other day. I’d just sat down when I heard a voice from the next cubicle say, “Hi, how are you?”I was a little embarrassed but I replied, “I’m fine thanks.”Then the voice asked, “So what are you up to?”I replied, “Just doing the same as you, sitting here.”Then the voice asked, “Can I come over?”Annoyed, I said, “Actually, I’m a little busy right now.”The voice then said, “Listen, I’ll have to call you back, there’s an idiot next door who keeps answering all my questions.”

Dear I-ACT Members,

I hope you are having a wonderful year so far and that you are making plans to attend the 2016 convention in St. Petersburg, Florida. We are looking forward to seeing you in June.

NEW: !!!!!!!!We have launched our GoFundMe account. I want to encourage each of you to click on the link and take a look. https://www.gofundme.com/I-ACT. And donate! Please encourage other people, patrons and clients to do so.

This is to support scientific research studies to enable each I-ACT certified therapist to be recognized as an independent, qualified professional with validating statistics to support the industry. Educational and scientific studies will provide us with necessary statistics to strengthen our work and secure our future.Top 5 reasons people and organizations use the GoFundMe method:1) Medical 2) Educational 3) Volunteerism 4) Personal Emergencies and 5) Sports & Teams.

COMING SOON to

Look for the launching of the I-ACT cookbook on Amazon.*

SILENT AUCTION AT 2016 CONVENTION!!!!

Let’s think outside of the box to bring in funds for the silent auction. A couple of members have contacted me wanting to know if they can add items such as Raw Crackers or Kale Chips which I think is a great idea but why not expand this to all our creative members that have side businesses. So… I want to challenge you to share your talents with our members- after all we are a networking group. If you have items or crafts you have created, please contact me so we can add to our silent auction table. What this will do…. is create donations for I-ACT but will also bring exposure to your business for future orders. Be Creative. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

The board is committed to helping you build your practice and grow our organization. Please give us your ideas. It’s important to us. You can send your thoughts to myself: [email protected] or [email protected].

Sincerely,

Gayle Marie PalmsI-ACT fundraising committee


FUND RAISINGSPRINGSALADS

Gayle Marie

FEEL GOOD SALAD

1 English cucumber4 Roma tomatoes3 ripe avocados½ red onion¼ cup cilantroJuice of 1 lemonSalt and black pepper to taste2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Directions:1. Place sliced cucumber, tomatoes, avocados, onion, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.

2. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

SUPERGREENS with SHRIMP SALAD

3 cups Baby Kale3 cups Baby Spinach1 1/4 cup chopped Mango2 cups chopped Cucumber3 tbls chopped mint 10 oz (about 16) lg shrimp, peeled & deveined1/3 cup toasted shelled pumpkin seeds

Serve with Chili-Lime Dressing

Whisk together:2 1/2 Tbsp Lime Juice2 1/2 tsp Chili Powder1/2 tsp Ground Cumin1/4 tsp Coarse Salt1 Garlic Clove, minced3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Call the office

210-366-2888 to get the

address to send your donated

items.


NEW ENGLAND/NEW YORK -- New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, MaineBarbara Chivvis 516-383-9505 email: [email protected]

NORTH EAST -- Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, D.C., West VirginiaRose Mary Polhemus 973-697-3530 email: [email protected]

NORTH CENTRAL -- Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, KentuckyOpen Position

MID ATLANTIC -- Virginia, North Carolina, South CarolinaDarlene Holloway 919-380-0023 email [email protected]

MID SOUTH -- Arkansas, Louisiana, MississippiOpen Position

SOUTH EAST -- Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, North FloridaOpen Position

FLORIDA -- FloridaNaima Reynolds 305-490-5850 email: [email protected]

SOUTH CENTRAL -- Texas, Oklahoma, New MexicoDebra Christian 903-593-4025 email [email protected]

NORTH MID WEST -- Wisconsin, Minnesota, N Dakota, S DakotaKristin Burich 651-490-3347 email [email protected]

MID WEST -- Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, KansasGrace Melby 815-648-4544 email [email protected] Position for Rep to co-host with Grace NORTH WEST -- Washinton, Oregon, Idaho, MontanaRussell Kolbo, DC, ND 253-853-8853 email [email protected]

CENTRAL MOUNTAIN -- Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, NebraskaJames Allred 303-325-6718 email [email protected]

CALIFORNIA/SOUTH WEST -- California, South Nevada, ArizonaSuzanne Childre’ 310-576-6360 email [email protected] Robert 310-576-6360 email [email protected]

HAWAII -- Hawaiian IslandsRussell Kolbo, DC, ND 253-853-8853 email [email protected]

AUSTRALIA - EASTERN REGIONMichelle KingGum Tree Retreat3570 Orara Way, Grafton, NSW, Australia 2460612-6649-4464 - email: [email protected]

AUSTRALIA - WESTERN REGIONOpen Position

EUROPELisette TimmermansNatuurgeneeskundig Therapeut / Aqua Lingua Center for Colon Hydrotherapy EducationOosteinde 179, 2611 VD Delft, NetherlandsPhone: +31 15 214 42 21 - email: [email protected]

CANADAKatherine LabonteDharma Spirit Holistic Health67 Gleneagles TerraceCochrane, Alberta T4C 1W5, CanadaPhone 403-981-3334 email: [email protected]

CARIBBEANJennifer BlaufoxThe Holistic Therapeutic Center & International Colonic Institute125 Molynes Rd.Kingston, 20 Jamaica West IndiesPhone 876-969-6124email: [email protected]

SE ASIAOpen Position

UNITED KINGDOMMarlin and Richard Armstrong Heavenly SpaCloud 9, Potterspury House 3 Poundfield Rd., Potterspury, TowcesterNN127QL United KingdomPhone: 01-9080804804email: [email protected]

ADVERTISEMENT REGIONAL REPS

If interested in becoming a Regional Representative in any of the open areas, please contact the I-ACT office 210-366-2888 for an application.

AROUND THE WORLD


PINEAPPLE CHIPOTLE CHILI

1 medium onion, chopped2 Tbsp garlic, chopped2 cans (15 oz) organic tomato sauce2 pkgs McCormick Original Chili Mix1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce from a 7 oz can, finely chopped (more will make it spicier)2 cans (15 oz) organic pintobeans 2 cans (15 oz) organic black beans2 cans (15 oz) organic kidney beans1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple1 cup cilantro, chopped

In a medium skillet, sauté the first two ingredients. Stir in tomatosauce, chili mix and chipotle pepper. Once sautéed and heatedthrough, transfer to a large stock pot or crock pot/slow cooker.Cook on low for at least 30 minutes; longer increases the flavor

Chris Yatchyshyn


CELEBRATEARTICLE

GUACAMOLE

3 large Haas avocados, ripe1/2 red onion chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp ground cumin2 small limes, juiced2 Tbls chopped cilantro4 green onions, sliced thinMix all together.Serving size: 2 ouncesCalories; 72 Fiber: 3 g Protein: 1 g Fat: 6 gSaturated Fat: 0 g Carbohydrate: 5 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium: 5 mg Sugars: 1 g

Brenda Watson C.N.C.

HOMEMADE SALSA

2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 serrano or jalepeno pepper, chopped1/3 cup chopped green onion2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro2 Tbsp fresh lime juice1/4 teaspoon saltMix all ingredients well and chill.Serving Size: 2 oz.; Calories: 13; Fiber: 1g; Protein: 1g.


Celebrate

With recipesfrom the I-ACT

CookbookGet your copy before they go on sale at Amazon.com

You don’t know what you are missing!!




Tiller MIND BODY, Inc. 10911 West Avenue San Antonio, Texas 78213 210 308.8888FDA (class II) Colon Irrigation Systems, are prescription medical devices and are intended for use for colon cleansing, When medically indicated, such as before radiologic or endoscopic examinations, as identified in 21 C.F.R. 876.5220

Copyright © 1994-2016

colonic.net

Up To $2,000.00 Training Discount off LIBBE Purchase!Complete your LIBBE and I-ACT Certification Course in Beautiful San Antonio, TX.

Yes, Florida accepts our Training for Colon Hydrotherapy!

COLONIC NETWORK SCHOOLhttp://colonic.net/training/registration/

email: [email protected] Office: 210 308-8888Visit us at the St. Petersburg, FL. Convention for Free Gift.

Colon HydrotherapyHighest Quality in Safety & Sanitation!

New Devices meet most Electrical Standards for Medical Offices & Hospitals!Ask us about Trade Ins with Great Discounts & Free Training!


ARTICLE ARTICLE


Harpers Bazaar By Karyn Repinski - Feb 23, 2016http://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/diet-fitness/a14056/colonic-trend-0316/

I-ACT Patch for SaleLet people know you are proud to be an I-ACT member.

Place an I-ACT patch on your scrubs or jackets.

1 for $6.00 / 2 for $10.00

Limited Quantities, so order early!!!

Call I-ACT Office210-366-2888

Get your first ever I-ACT Cookbook before they are all gone as they will

soon be available on Amazon.

Get Your Copy of the The Only I-ACT Cookbookcall 210.366.2888 to order

$20 + Shipping



IWR PRESS

Launching Fresh Voices of Natural HealthP.O. Box 1565, Sandpoint, ID 83864

(888) 352-8175 • www.iwrpress.com

Institutefor

Wholistic Rejuvenation

At LAST!—A CONCISECONSUMER GUIDEconnecting the importanceof those “invisible”intestinal microbes andtheir vital influence uponhealth and life itself.

MARK BUSE, a science major, certified colonhydrotherapist, Wholistic Rejuvenist, and board memberof the International Association of Colon Therapists (I-ACT),has encapsulated, in clear language, how this intestinalmicroscopic life within us holds the key to understanding thisground-breaking science. He summarizes how it affectsoverall health as well as behaviors such as mood, sleeppatterns, inability to eliminate excess weight, and evenhow you react to insect bites and the influence on youreating preferences.

RELEASEDATE June, 2016

AVAILABLE FROM www.coffeedialysis.comwww.naturalrejuvenation.solutions

IN HISFIRST BOOK,Coffee Dialysis—The SupremeDetoxification,Mark shared specifictechniques, scienceand clinicalexperiences inreducing the body’soverall toxic burdenvia coffee enemasand colonhydrotherapy.

IN HIS NEW BOOK,he shares scientificadvances that, untilrecently, did notaccept or considerclinical evidencesand methodologiesabout the humanintestinal terrainand its microscopicinhabitants andtheir vital role inoverall health.

AN INVALUABLEREAD FOR THEGENERALPUBLIC who isnow somewhatbetter informedand anxious forinformationabout this partof the body thathas, until now,been relativelyneglected.

For the colon healthprofessional, THISBOOK ANSWERSQUESTIONSFREQUENTLYASKED BY CLIENTS.

These over10 trillion human

cell intestinal engineersaffect all aspects of ourlives AND…the quality

of life in sicknessand health.

With clear diagrams,photographs, charts, andtables, this indispensable

handbook is a must read. New researchin gut microbiota has finally validatedthe connection between our intestinalmicrobes and numerous diseases of the21st century including, but notlimited to:

• Autism/ADD ADHD• Depression/Anxiety/Panic• Inflammatory Bowel Disorders • Immune System Disorders• Multiple Cancers • Infant/Children’s• Premature Biological Aging Asthma & Allergies


ARTICLE 2016 CONVENTION

2016 I-ACT Convention Registration Form(Vendors must use separate Vendor Registration Form)

Please register me for the 2016 I-ACT ConventionJune 23 - 25, 2016 ••• Hilton, St. Petersburg Bayfront

Mail completed form to: I-ACT • P.O. Box 461285 • San Antonio, TX 78246-1285 (210-366-2888)•• Please Print Legibly ••

•• Fax to 210-366-2999 or email to [email protected] ••

Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please Print - Copy this form if necessary - (only one person per form)

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City / State / Zip (Postal Code): _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Information: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ (area code) Phone number E-mail Address

I will be testing for: Intermediate Level Advanced Level Instructor Level

Registration Costs (USD)(Includes meetings, Speaker presentations, and Friday Banquet)

(additional dinner tickets and other event tickets will be available at the Convention for a fee)

Standard Late On Site Registration Registration Registration Prior to May 1 Prior to June 1 Prior to June 23

U.S. Member (or spouse) $350.00 $400.00 $500.00 International Member (or spouse) 275.00 $325.00 $425.00 (out of USA)

••• Call the I-ACT Office to set up Payment Arrangements •••

Registration Costs NON I-ACT Member (USD)Non-Member $500.00 $550.00 $600.00

Meal Selection (FRIDAY BANQUET)(If no selection is circled, the Banquet meal (chicken) will be ordered)

Please select one: Vegan / Vegetarian Banquet Chicken Banquet Fish No Meal

Payment Options (Check one) Check Cash Credit Card (circle one: MC/Visa/Discover/American Express)

CC Number ____________________________ Expire Date________ Security code ______ 3 or 4 digits

Signature _____________________________________________

--- Absolutely NO exhibiting or selling of products without vendor fee. ---

Refund Policy: ALL REQUESTS FOR REFUND MUST BE MADE IN WRITING. Refunds of Convention Registration Fees may be made until June 1, 2016 (less a $50.00 processing fee);

after June 1, 2016, NO Request for Refunds will be honored.

I-ACT Quarterly Spring 2016I-ACT Quarterly Spring 201620 17“Colon irrigation devices are prescription devices and only a practitioner licensed by state law to use such devices can purchase such devices in that state.”

ARTICLEADVERTISEMENT


CONVENTION

How lucky are I-ACT Members to have conventions in some of the most beautiful cities in the USA?

If you haven’t already, remember to register for the 2016 Convention in St. Petersburg, FL.

We have a lot of fabulous speakers lined up for you, as well as other exciting things.

June 23 - 25, 2016

Hilton Bayfront

St. Petersburg, Florida

Call the office to register, or download form from website and fax to the office.

CONVENTION

Speakers for 2016 I-ACT Convention

BrendaWatson

ElaineWilson

DarrellWolfe

Shereza Nyree Abdool DO

Robert ScottBell

TommyRosa

GloriaGilbere

G.W. “Guy”Thompson


CONVENTION

How lucky are I-ACT Members to have conventions in some of the most beautiful cities in the USA?

If you haven’t already, remember to register for the 2016 Convention in St. Petersburg, FL.

We have a lot of fabulous speakers lined up for you, as well as other exciting things.

June 23 - 25, 2016

Hilton Bayfront

St. Petersburg, Florida

Call the office to register, or download form from website and fax to the office.

CONVENTION

Speakers for 2016 I-ACT Convention

BrendaWatson

ElaineWilson

DarrellWolfe

Shereza Nyree Abdool DO

Robert ScottBell

TommyRosa

GloriaGilbere

G.W. “Guy”Thompson

I-ACT Quarterly Spring 2016I-ACT Quarterly Spring 201620 17“Colon irrigation devices are prescription devices and only a practitioner licensed by state law to use such devices can purchase such devices in that state.”

ARTICLEADVERTISEMENT


ARTICLE 2016 CONVENTION

2016 I-ACT Convention Registration Form(Vendors must use separate Vendor Registration Form)

Please register me for the 2016 I-ACT ConventionJune 23 - 25, 2016 ••• Hilton, St. Petersburg Bayfront

Mail completed form to: I-ACT • P.O. Box 461285 • San Antonio, TX 78246-1285 (210-366-2888)•• Please Print Legibly ••

•• Fax to 210-366-2999 or email to [email protected] ••

Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please Print - Copy this form if necessary - (only one person per form)

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City / State / Zip (Postal Code): _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Information: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ (area code) Phone number E-mail Address

I will be testing for: Intermediate Level Advanced Level Instructor Level

Registration Costs (USD)(Includes meetings, Speaker presentations, and Friday Banquet)

(additional dinner tickets and other event tickets will be available at the Convention for a fee)

Standard Late On Site Registration Registration Registration Prior to May 1 Prior to June 1 Prior to June 23

U.S. Member (or spouse) $350.00 $400.00 $500.00 International Member (or spouse) 275.00 $325.00 $425.00 (out of USA)

••• Call the I-ACT Office to set up Payment Arrangements •••

Registration Costs NON I-ACT Member (USD)Non-Member $500.00 $550.00 $600.00

Meal Selection (FRIDAY BANQUET)(If no selection is circled, the Banquet meal (chicken) will be ordered)

Please select one: Vegan / Vegetarian Banquet Chicken Banquet Fish No Meal

Payment Options (Check one) Check Cash Credit Card (circle one: MC/Visa/Discover/American Express)

CC Number ____________________________ Expire Date________ Security code ______ 3 or 4 digits

Signature _____________________________________________

--- Absolutely NO exhibiting or selling of products without vendor fee. ---

Refund Policy: ALL REQUESTS FOR REFUND MUST BE MADE IN WRITING. Refunds of Convention Registration Fees may be made until June 1, 2016 (less a $50.00 processing fee);

after June 1, 2016, NO Request for Refunds will be honored.

I-ACT Patch for SaleLet people know you are proud to be an I-ACT member.

Place an I-ACT patch on your scrubs or jackets.

1 for $6.00 / 2 for $10.00

Limited Quantities, so order early!!!

Call I-ACT Office210-366-2888

Get your first ever I-ACT Cookbook before they are all gone as they will

soon be available on Amazon.

Get Your Copy of the The Only I-ACT Cookbookcall 210.366.2888 to order

$20 + Shipping



IWR PRESS

Launching Fresh Voices of Natural HealthP.O. Box 1565, Sandpoint, ID 83864

(888) 352-8175 • www.iwrpress.com

Institutefor

Wholistic Rejuvenation

At LAST!—A CONCISECONSUMER GUIDEconnecting the importanceof those “invisible”intestinal microbes andtheir vital influence uponhealth and life itself.

MARK BUSE, a science major, certified colonhydrotherapist, Wholistic Rejuvenist, and board memberof the International Association of Colon Therapists (I-ACT),has encapsulated, in clear language, how this intestinalmicroscopic life within us holds the key to understanding thisground-breaking science. He summarizes how it affectsoverall health as well as behaviors such as mood, sleeppatterns, inability to eliminate excess weight, and evenhow you react to insect bites and the influence on youreating preferences.

RELEASEDATE June, 2016

AVAILABLE FROM www.coffeedialysis.comwww.naturalrejuvenation.solutions

IN HISFIRST BOOK,Coffee Dialysis—The SupremeDetoxification,Mark shared specifictechniques, scienceand clinicalexperiences inreducing the body’soverall toxic burdenvia coffee enemasand colonhydrotherapy.

IN HIS NEW BOOK,he shares scientificadvances that, untilrecently, did notaccept or considerclinical evidencesand methodologiesabout the humanintestinal terrainand its microscopicinhabitants andtheir vital role inoverall health.

AN INVALUABLEREAD FOR THEGENERALPUBLIC who isnow somewhatbetter informedand anxious forinformationabout this partof the body thathas, until now,been relativelyneglected.

For the colon healthprofessional, THISBOOK ANSWERSQUESTIONSFREQUENTLYASKED BY CLIENTS.

These over10 trillion human

cell intestinal engineersaffect all aspects of ourlives AND…the quality

of life in sicknessand health.

With clear diagrams,photographs, charts, andtables, this indispensable

handbook is a must read. New researchin gut microbiota has finally validatedthe connection between our intestinalmicrobes and numerous diseases of the21st century including, but notlimited to:

• Autism/ADD ADHD• Depression/Anxiety/Panic• Inflammatory Bowel Disorders • Immune System Disorders• Multiple Cancers • Infant/Children’s• Premature Biological Aging Asthma & Allergies


ARTICLE ARTICLE


Harpers Bazaar By Karyn Repinski - Feb 23, 2016http://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/diet-fitness/a14056/colonic-trend-0316/




Tiller MIND BODY, Inc. 10911 West Avenue San Antonio, Texas 78213 210 308.8888FDA (class II) Colon Irrigation Systems, are prescription medical devices and are intended for use for colon cleansing, When medically indicated, such as before radiologic or endoscopic examinations, as identified in 21 C.F.R. 876.5220

Copyright © 1994-2016

colonic.net

Up To $2,000.00 Training Discount off LIBBE Purchase!Complete your LIBBE and I-ACT Certification Course in Beautiful San Antonio, TX.

Yes, Florida accepts our Training for Colon Hydrotherapy!

COLONIC NETWORK SCHOOLhttp://colonic.net/training/registration/

email: [email protected] Office: 210 308-8888Visit us at the St. Petersburg, FL. Convention for Free Gift.

Colon HydrotherapyHighest Quality in Safety & Sanitation!

New Devices meet most Electrical Standards for Medical Offices & Hospitals!Ask us about Trade Ins with Great Discounts & Free Training!

PINEAPPLE CHIPOTLE CHILI

1 medium onion, chopped2 Tbsp garlic, chopped2 cans (15 oz) organic tomato sauce2 pkgs McCormick Original Chili Mix1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce from a 7 oz can, finely chopped (more will make it spicier)2 cans (15 oz) organic pintobeans 2 cans (15 oz) organic black beans2 cans (15 oz) organic kidney beans1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple1 cup cilantro, chopped

In a medium skillet, sauté the first two ingredients. Stir in tomatosauce, chili mix and chipotle pepper. Once sautéed and heatedthrough, transfer to a large stock pot or crock pot/slow cooker.Cook on low for at least 30 minutes; longer increases the flavor

Chris Yatchyshyn


CELEBRATEARTICLE

GUACAMOLE

3 large Haas avocados, ripe1/2 red onion chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp ground cumin2 small limes, juiced2 Tbls chopped cilantro4 green onions, sliced thinMix all together.Serving size: 2 ouncesCalories; 72 Fiber: 3 g Protein: 1 g Fat: 6 gSaturated Fat: 0 g Carbohydrate: 5 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium: 5 mg Sugars: 1 g


HOMEMADE SALSA

2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 serrano or jalepeno pepper, chopped1/3 cup chopped green onion2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro2 Tbsp fresh lime juice1/4 teaspoon saltMix all ingredients well and chill.Serving Size: 2 oz.; Calories: 13; Fiber: 1g; Protein: 1g.


Celebrate

With recipesfrom the I-ACT

CookbookGet your copy before they go on sale at Amazon.com

You don’t know what you are missing!!


NEW ENGLAND/NEW YORK -- New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, MaineBarbara Chivvis 516-383-9505 email: [email protected]

NORTH EAST -- Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, D.C., West VirginiaRose Mary Polhemus 973-697-3530 email: [email protected]

NORTH CENTRAL -- Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, KentuckyOpen Position

MID ATLANTIC -- Virginia, North Carolina, South CarolinaDarlene Holloway 919-380-0023 email [email protected]

MID SOUTH -- Arkansas, Louisiana, MississippiOpen Position

SOUTH EAST -- Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, North FloridaOpen Position

FLORIDA -- FloridaNaima Reynolds 305-490-5850 email: [email protected]

SOUTH CENTRAL -- Texas, Oklahoma, New MexicoDebra Christian 903-593-4025 email [email protected]

NORTH MID WEST -- Wisconsin, Minnesota, N Dakota, S DakotaKristin Burich 651-490-3347 email [email protected]

MID WEST -- Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, KansasGrace Melby 815-648-4544 email [email protected] Position for Rep to co-host with Grace NORTH WEST -- Washinton, Oregon, Idaho, MontanaRussell Kolbo, DC, ND 253-853-8853 email [email protected]

CENTRAL MOUNTAIN -- Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, NebraskaJames Allred 303-325-6718 email [email protected]

CALIFORNIA/SOUTH WEST -- California, South Nevada, ArizonaSuzanne Childre’ 310-576-6360 email [email protected] Robert 310-576-6360 email [email protected]

HAWAII -- Hawaiian IslandsRussell Kolbo, DC, ND 253-853-8853 email [email protected]

AUSTRALIA - EASTERN REGIONMichelle KingGum Tree Retreat3570 Orara Way, Grafton, NSW, Australia 2460612-6649-4464 - email: [email protected]

AUSTRALIA - WESTERN REGIONOpen Position

EUROPELisette TimmermansNatuurgeneeskundig Therapeut / Aqua Lingua Center for Colon Hydrotherapy EducationOosteinde 179, 2611 VD Delft, NetherlandsPhone: +31 15 214 42 21 - email: [email protected]

CANADAKatherine LabonteDharma Spirit Holistic Health67 Gleneagles TerraceCochrane, Alberta T4C 1W5, CanadaPhone 403-981-3334 email: [email protected]

CARIBBEANJennifer BlaufoxThe Holistic Therapeutic Center & International Colonic Institute125 Molynes Rd.Kingston, 20 Jamaica West IndiesPhone 876-969-6124email: [email protected]

SE ASIAOpen Position

UNITED KINGDOMMarlin and Richard Armstrong Heavenly SpaCloud 9, Potterspury House 3 Poundfield Rd., Potterspury, TowcesterNN127QL United KingdomPhone: 01-9080804804email: [email protected]

ADVERTISEMENT REGIONAL REPS

If interested in becoming a Regional Representative in any of the open areas, please contact the I-ACT office 210-366-2888 for an application.

AROUND THE WORLD


Dear I-ACT Members,

I hope you are having a wonderful year so far and that you are making plans to attend the 2016 convention in St. Petersburg, Florida. We are looking forward to seeing you in June.

NEW: !!!!!!!!We have launched our GoFundMe account. I want to encourage each of you to click on the link and take a look. https://www.gofundme.com/I-ACT. And donate! Please encourage other people, patrons and clients to do so.

This is to support scientific research studies to enable each I-ACT certified therapist to be recognized as an independent, qualified professional with validating statistics to support the industry. Educational and scientific studies will provide us with necessary statistics to strengthen our work and secure our future.Top 5 reasons people and organizations use the GoFundMe method:1) Medical 2) Educational 3) Volunteerism 4) Personal Emergencies and 5) Sports & Teams.

COMING SOON to

Look for the launching of the I-ACT cookbook on Amazon.*

SILENT AUCTION AT 2016 CONVENTION!!!!

Let’s think outside of the box to bring in funds for the silent auction. A couple of members have contacted me wanting to know if they can add items such as Raw Crackers or Kale Chips which I think is a great idea but why not expand this to all our creative members that have side businesses. So… I want to challenge you to share your talents with our members- after all we are a networking group. If you have items or crafts you have created, please contact me so we can add to our silent auction table. What this will do…. is create donations for I-ACT but will also bring exposure to your business for future orders. Be Creative. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

The board is committed to helping you build your practice and grow our organization. Please give us your ideas. It’s important to us. You can send your thoughts to myself: [email protected] or [email protected].

Sincerely,

Gayle Marie PalmsI-ACT fundraising committee


FUND RAISINGSPRINGSALADS

Gayle Marie

FEEL GOOD SALAD

1 English cucumber4 Roma tomatoes3 ripe avocados½ red onion¼ cup cilantroJuice of 1 lemonSalt and black pepper to taste2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Directions:1. Place sliced cucumber, tomatoes, avocados, onion, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.

2. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

SUPERGREENS with SHRIMP SALAD

3 cups Baby Kale3 cups Baby Spinach1 1/4 cup chopped Mango2 cups chopped Cucumber3 tbls chopped mint 10 oz (about 16) lg shrimp, peeled & deveined1/3 cup toasted shelled pumpkin seeds

Serve with Chili-Lime Dressing

Whisk together:2 1/2 Tbsp Lime Juice2 1/2 tsp Chili Powder1/2 tsp Ground Cumin1/4 tsp Coarse Salt1 Garlic Clove, minced3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Call the office

210-366-2888 to get the

address to send your donated

items.

I-ACT Quarterly Spring 2016I-ACT Quarterly Spring 201628 9Continued on page 25

JOKESCOLORADO REGIONALREP REPORT

Hello Colleagues,

Madeline and I are very happy to have our first central mountain regional meeting in 2016. It’s been over two years since there was a regional meeting here. During our meeting there was good interaction with everyone, and great questions brought to the group. Below is a summary of the February 7, meeting.

We began with therapist introductions and learned our stories are very similar and we all have passion for our profession. It was agreed that educating the client could be considered most important.

Madeline Angelus’ presentation on “Energy Medicine” and her introduction to the Energy Medicine 10-Minute Daily Routine was fantastic. Each participant experienced both the energy testing (not muscle testing), for homolateral energy imbalance. Madeline demonstrated each energy medicine technique while the participants followed using

the handouts Madeline gave them. Each participant practiced the various energy medicine techniques that restore the crossing over of energies, left to right and vise versa. The crossing over of energies restore the balance of the brain / body functions, energetically. These effect us on many levels.

This link Energy Medicine 10-Minute Daily Routine is the handout each participant received during the regional meeting, and the information Madeline shared at the 2015 Nashville I-ACT Convention as a breakout speaker.

Since the mid 1990s, Joanie Coffee, TND, worked continuously on HB13-1111, which originally was between the Colorado Naturopaths and Naturopathic Physicians. In early 2013, the bill seemed to be going well. At the last minute, medical doctors associated with HB13-1111, wanted to make colonic irrigations illegal in Colorado.

Joanie and team with Colorado Senator Cherie Jahn held the course. I-ACT, its Board of Directors, the I-ACT membership, and many others came together by donating finances and time to oppose those who would remove our right to practice natural health and, supported SB13-215. It is important to know and understand the requirements for colon hydrotherapy in SB13-215 came from the State, not I-ACT or any other individual or group.

With the assistance of Joanie Coffee, the author of SB13-215, I made and edited my first video which we all watched during the I-ACT regional meeting. Joanie made clear what the Colorado law says about colon hydrotherapy, what is required to practice colon hydrotherapy legally, who may be exempt from this law, and what could happen if this law is violated.

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Each I-ACT member brought a copy of their intake form and CO disclosure statement. The disclosure statements varied significantly. To assist the I-ACT members, a copy of the original CO disclosure and a sample of the I-ACT CO disclosure statement was emailed to each member.

A printed copy of the current I-ACT guidelines, policy and procedures and a printed copy of the September 18,

Funny Poop Jokes And Puns

Did you know that diarrhea is hereditary?It runs in your genes.

I ate four cans of alphabet soup yesterday.Then I had probably the biggest vowel movement ever.

Have you seen that new movie Constipated?It’s not come out yet.

People who tell you that they’re constipated are full of crap.

A man was sitting at a bar one day when a pirate walked in. The pirate had a wooden leg, a hook for one hand, and a patch over one eye.Feeling sorry for the pirate, the man said, “Come over here, my friend. You look as though you’ve had a tough life and I’d like to buy you a drink.”The pirate gladly went over to the man who ordered him a rum.Then the man asked the pirate, “I’m curious, how did you lose your leg?”“Arrrgh!” said the pirate, “I lost that timber to a tiger shark in the Caribbean when I was thrown overboard for stealing a man’s rum.”“Wow, that’s awful!” said the man. “And tell me, how did you lose your hand?”“Arrrgh!” replied the pirate, “I lost that fighting cannibals on a treasure island.”“Oh my word!” the man said, “How awful! And tell me, how did you lose your eye?”The pirate said, “Arrrgh! A seagull pooped in it!”“A seagull!” The man was surprised. He asked, “Is seagull poop dangerous?!”The pirate said, “Nay, matey, it was me first day with the hook.”

Do clown farts smell funny?

A little boy is walking down the country road one day when he comes across a man who has a truck load of cow manure.The boy asks him what he’s going to do with all that cow poop.The man says, “I’m taking it home to put on my strawberries.”The little boy looks up at the man and says, “I don’t know where you come from, but where I come from we put cream and sugar on our strawberries.”

Did you hear about the constipated accountant?He couldn’t budget.

You never really appreciate what you’ve got until it’s gone.Toilet paper is a good example.

I went into a public toilet for a poop the other day. I’d just sat down when I heard a voice from the next cubicle say, “Hi, how are you?”I was a little embarrassed but I replied, “I’m fine thanks.”Then the voice asked, “So what are you up to?”I replied, “Just doing the same as you, sitting here.”Then the voice asked, “Can I come over?”Annoyed, I said, “Actually, I’m a little busy right now.”The voice then said, “Listen, I’ll have to call you back, there’s an idiot next door who keeps answering all my questions.”

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COLORADO REGIONALREP REPORT

“If you are purchasing a used device, please ensure that it has been maintained according to manufacturer guideines and is fully functional prior to purchasing the device.”

2015, Professional Standards and Ethics Committee report was given to each I-ACT member.

I encouraged each member to contact the I-ACT office to confirm the office has their correct information. A few people said they were not receiving the I-ACT E-Blast.

DISCUSSED.

Always have the client insert and remove the speculum or as ordered by the supervising physician.Practice within the scope of your training, knowledge, experience and legal limits.Members may use the I-ACT Membership Logo, not the I-ACT logo.Highly recommended the therapist have professional liability insurance.The Code of Federal Regulations Title 21. What equipment is required by the FDA for colonic irrigation.Clarification on the Open system verses the Closed system with pros and cons.How the I-ACT membership and annual fees are used.The credibility I-ACT / NBCHT provides.How the NBCHT certification can protect the Board Certified members.Colon hydrotherapy is a higher calling in our profession.No therapist should feel alone. Contact the regional rep for assistance and questions. Call the I-ACT office.

TOPICS OF INTEREST.

Use Skype to keep in contact with each other.Consider hands-on practice, Q&A, etc., during the regional meetings.Meetings in other areas of CO, and Utah. Colorado is the eighth largest state, Utah is the thirteenth in the country.

Three members want to move forward with certification and complete their level 2 requirements.

Additional regional meetings are scheduled for the near future. I welcome all suggestions.

Thank you,James Allred

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Choose Your Oil Wisely

Not all oils are created equal. Just like the food you eat, the oils you use should be as pure, wholeness, and free from extra “stuff ” as possible.

The quality of essential oils can be compromised from a number of things. From the soil conditions to harvesting to manu-facturing and distribution. Because essential oil are concentrated and powerful, you’ll want to be sure your oils are free from pesticides, chemicals, etc.

Things to consider when choosing essential oils:

Plants: The quality of essential oils can be negatively impacted by the use of pesticides and other chemicals, the variability in altitude, soil conditions and rainfall, and the difficulty of differentiating plant species and varieties. Processing: Because of the growing popularity of essential oils and aromatherapy, there are many products on the market that may not be suitable for clinical use. They can be found nearly everywhere, from health food stores to discount stores to the Internet. These products may include pure essential oils, but sometimes they are adulterated or diluted. Such adultera-tions are difficult to identify. Packaging and handling: Other considerations include packaging, storage, and handling. Chemical degradation can occur with exposure to heat, light, or oxygen. Essential oils from citrus products are especially prone to oxidation that can quickly alter the chemistry of those essential oils. Storage: Essential oils should be stored in tightly closed, darkened glass containers in a cool place to ensure lasting quality. You may want to write the date on the bottle after opening it so you can keep track of your own essential oils. Oxidation rates vary, but most essential oils can be safely used for 1-2 years or more after opening.

Don’t just rely on terms like “certified pure” or the like. It’s not that those labels are necessarily bad, but they don’t necessar-ily mean anything either. Your research should go beyond reading a label, especially if you are interested in using oils for medicinal purposes.

Start with Some Basic Oils

Because the world of essential oils is so vast, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when you are first starting out. I highly recommend choosing some basic oils and began using them. This is truly the best way to learn about their potential and how they can fit into your life.

How to Use Essential Oils

– InhalationAromatic uses of essential oils can heighten the senses and have positive effects for the mind and body. You can inhale the oil directly from the bottle, diffuse it with a diffuser.Getting started with essential oils: For anyone who’s wanted to use essential oils but got lost in all the info!

– Topical ApplicationDepending on the quality of your oil, some essential oils are safe to use directly on the skin. Popular areas include ears, temples, soles and tops of feet, abdomen, and upper back. Simply place 1 – 3 drops in the palm of your hand or directly on the desired area and massage the oil in a circular motion. Some oils will require dilution through a carrier oil. I’d recommend checking with the manufacture of your oils to know the safest approach. If you can’t locate the manufacture, switch brands!

– Internal ConsumptionAgain, depending on the quality of your oil it is safe to ingest certain oils as a dietary supplement of food flavoring. It’s always important to follow the recommended dosage on individual product labels and seek the advice of a health professional be-fore taking oils internally.Of course, using essential oils in DIY cleaning products, beauty recipes, or personal care items is another simple way to uti-lize the power of essential oils. There are plenty of recipes on Thank Your Body.com to get you started.




Why It’s So Hard For Healers to Make Money

When my clients first come to me, they often say, “Shayla, I really love my work and know that this is what I am meant to do. But I am stressed out and barely making just enough to get by. I don’t know where to get clients, and I’m just not making enough money.”

If this describes you, take heart. You’ve already done the important work. You’re a gifted and caring healer, and the world really needs you to stay strong and keep doing your great work. It’s ok that you haven’t learned how to fill your practice with great clients and make more money yet. Most true healers struggle with this, because we are so busy giving and taking care of others that we forget to take care of our business and ourselves. I struggled with this myself, giving so much for so little, and eventually even living in a vandown by the river. I have given over 20,000 colonics, and I finally learned how to get great clients and make more money, without feeling guilty or overworking.

So I want you to know the good news is, you can learn how to get great clients, and you can make more money, and it’s easier than you may think.Let’s look at 4 Myths that prevent healers from making more money and helping more people. We have all learned these myths, either consciously or unconsciously. As you read through these, notice how you feel. Don’t judge yourself here; be very open, curious and compassionate about what is so. Simply notice, and let any unconscious beliefs you may have around money come to the surface.

Myth #1But I’m a Healer. Healers aren’t supposed to sell anything.Myth #2It’s not spiritual to want material things.Myth #3I have to choose between doing good and having lots of money.Myth #4It’s for greedy to want more money.

Which if any of these resonates the most with you? Or what other belief about money came up for you? By allowing your unconscious beliefs - which generate about 90% of what shows up in your life - to rise into your conscious awareness, you are already creating positive changes in your ability to make more money as a healer.The first 2 steps in getting more clients and allowing more money to flow into your life, are:

#1. For you to become aware that you have unconscious moneyblocks, and#2. For you to decide that it’s ok for you to have great clients and ok for you to have more money. Not only is it ok, it’s preferable.

You are not helping anyone by staying small and stressed out and broke. You are a gift, and this world needs you to shine.To Your Health and Freedom,

Shayla Mihaly


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Supplement and Drug Interactions Do Exist!

Recently I came across an article named “How Your Supplements Interact With Prescription Drugs” in The Wall Street Journal. An interesting resource mentioned in the article is an app called About Herbs, a Sloan Kettering website that one of the doctors in the article manages as a service to the public. It’s worth a visit. This source can be accessed by physicians and patients and used to determine potential interactions between herbal supplements and prescription drugs. Something that disturbed me a bit in this article was the repeated references to the possible negative interactions between supplements/herbs and medications. They were zeroing in on cancer and it seems obvious, especially with cancer that my doctor would ask many questions regarding supplements, herbs or over the counter products that I was using. As mentioned in the article, it just makes sense to allow chemo (if that’s your choice) to do its best job, and actually, there are even different foods that might be best to avoid when a person is fighting cancer. Another example given was the potential negative interactions between blood thinners and supplements. As with chemo, blood thinners are very serious medications, given for life threatening issues like stroke or severe cardiovascular events. Maybe I’m naïve, but I would imagine that people on blood thinners would also tell their doctors about all the extra supplements or herbs they might be taking. A personal example that comes to mind is omega-3s which have mild blood thinning effects. Recently I had a minor surgery. My doctor gave me a long list of things that he didn’t want me to take, eat or do. It was a LONG list. Omega-3s were on there. If I have an upcoming situation where I may be bleeding, I don’t want to be taking anything that might thin my blood at all, and cause additional bleeding, now do I? Ultimately it comes down to being responsible for your own wellbeing and not totally surrendering that care to anyone else, even if you simply ask questions. Be truthful with your doctor and let him or her really understand your supplement and dietary choices. And I’m sure you’ll enjoy the About Herbs website. One disappointing feature I discovered is you can search herbs to learn what medications could be negatively impacted, but you can’t search medications and see what herbs should be avoided. Alternatively, you are able to submit a term under “search” like ‘blood thinners’ and then get a list of herbs that work in that way. Should circumstances dictate a need for prescription medication in your future, I would hope you make an effort to understand the potential interactions with your supplement regimen. As I’ve said many times, my greatest wish for you is that you would become your own best health advocate.

Yours in Health,

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From The Desk Of: Belinda Massey, RN NBCHT President

To: All Members of NBCHT

We hope you are doing fantastic in 2016.

I can tell you that 2016 is fantastic for your National Board for Colon Hydrotherapy.

You all know how important the NBCHT Exam is since it is used by the only state in the US that licenses colon hydrotherapists, and that state is Florida. The exam is also recognized in CT and CO. The National Board exam is “legally defensible in the event of a judicial action against a colon hydrotherapist”. The NBCHT has a policy to make this exam available to any state that is seeking legislation to help speed up the process and support the effort.

In order to ensure that the NBCHT exam continues to be “legally defensible” and up to date, we are happy to announce that we have just completed version 2 of the NBCHT exam. That is right, we are now on version 2 of the exam.

Your Board has also been looking at our CEU requirements, and we would like your thoughts on the following suggested changes:

• Change policy to state that upon the yearly renewal, that member is to declare that they have 12 CEUs. That NBCHT will do random audits to check for proof.• If I-ACT convention is used for CEUs, that member must attend 12 hours of lectures.• CEUs for medical professionals may be accepted. These types of CEUs should reflect education to such things as HIV, Hepatitis C, OSHA standards.• Additionally, Massage, Nutritional Consulting, Reflexology, and systems training (on colon hydrotherapy devices), may also be accepted just to name a few.•Some of these CEUs can be easily obtained on line for very reasonable rates making it within reach for everyone’s budget.

As our profession continues to grow in standards of care and education, we can uphold the level of knowledge with requiring ongoing education in our CEU requirements.

Thank you for doing your part to help us grow our Association and our Profession.

Sincerely,

Belinda MasseyNBCHT President


RUSSELL KOLBOI-ACT PRESIDENT

Letter to the Members from the I-ACT President

Information on Approved A&P CoursesYour students may take an A&P course through their local commu-nity college or university. If they have taken an Anatomy & Physi-ology course for massage, from a state licensed school that provid-ed at least 45 hours of classroom time, that course will also count.

There is one course that may be used for the A&P pre-requisites.

Your student may take the Delmar course through CENGAGE Learning, ONLY if you as the instructor or school register with Delmar and set up the program. It goes through you; students MAY NOT call Delmar directly, it doesn’t work that way.

The Instructor must Contact: Claudine DeChant: Cengage Learning at, 5 Maxwell Dr., Clifton Park, NY 12065 (p) 518-348-2598.

or email: [email protected] Valid in the USA.

Looking for a Career Opportunity?

Go to the I-ACT web site and then go to the members only section. Inside you will find numerous job opportunities.

If you are looking to be employed, you may email us and we will list your name as someone looking for employment.

If you are seeking someone to employ, send us an email with your information and we will post your opening in our E-Blasts.

Also check our “Help Needed” section, in the Members Only section of our web site

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MEMBERINFORMATION

I-ACT sends out E-Blasts to notify its members of Regional Meetings and other important issues. If you are not receiving these E-Blasts, please email the I-ACT Office and give your current e-mail address. We will immediately put your email address on our E-Blast list.

Members Only Section of the I-ACT Web SiteIf you have not been to our web site, please go to www.i-act.org. Go to the members only section - contact the office for your Members Only password. In that location, you can find the I-ACT Member Logo, and additional member information. In the future, those on our E-Blast list will be sent the current password, so make sure that you are on our E-Blast list to ensure that you receive the password for our I-ACT Member site.

I-ACT is GREEN!!!As of the Summer 2013 Quarterly, I-ACT has gone

“green.” Your quarterly will be emailed to you.

If you would like to have the quarterly sent to you via regular mail, you MUST let us know so we can put you on a list.

Just send us an email: [email protected] and let us know you want/need your future quarterlies via mail.

By receiving an email version of the Quarterly, you help the Association be cost effective and good stewards of the

budget.

Dear Members,

2016 is off and running, the year is passing rapidly.

It is hard to believe that we are already one quarter of the way through 2016. Time flies when you are busy.

Speaking of being busy, your Board of directors are busy preparing for our 2016 Convention. This is the time we can all get together and share thoughts and ideas. It is a time to regenerate your batteries and help strengthen your desire to help others. When we come together, we all realize we are not out there alone. There are many others of like mind and spirit.

If you miss this opportunity by not attending the convention, you do yourself a true disservice. Not only do you miss the opportunity for the camaraderie, but you also miss the great educational information from the fantastic speakers.

Many times, our members call the office and ask for information on how to talk to doctors or other things that might help you build your business. The office lets these members know that the information was taught at the convention. When the office checks back we find out that these individuals have never attended a single convention.

Putting on a convention takes a lot of time and effort. The reason we do it is to help you improve yourselves and your business. To give us the opportunity to get together and share our stories and learn how to help our clients help themselves.

In addition, the convention gives us a time to hold our annual corporation meeting. That is right, I-ACT is your corporation, you are a member of our Association, Make sure that you participate in the annual meeting so your voice can be heard.

So, at this point, if you are not registered for our 2016 Convention, stop what you are doing... Stop

reading this newsletter, and register NOW for the convention. We want to see you there.

The Hilton at St. Petersburg is a fabulous hotel that is perfect for our Convention. It is easy to get into the Tampa airport and there is a Super Shuttle that will get you to the Hotel.

The office staff will help you set up a payment plan to make your registration simple on the pocket book.

On another note, we have set a goal to double the number of members that I-ACT has. We plan to do this by having every one of our members get only one new member to join I-ACT. That is all it will take to double the numbers. Here is an idea, ask a friend of yours (that is not an I-ACT member) to accompany you to the I-ACT convention. Introduce them to I-ACT at one of our conventions and we will get a new member. Not only will that grow our membership, but it will make our convention much bigger.

Finally, I would like to mention that we have set up a GoFundMe site to help raise additional funds for education. Read Gayle Marie Palms’ fund raising information on page 23. She has been doing a fantastic job helping us raise funds. We need extra funds, not only for education, but to support the ongoing legislative efforts, in states like PA, HI, and IL. We need to be prepared with sufficient financial resources so we can respond if/when our profession is under attack. If we do not have additional funds, we are always in jeopardy. It is time for you, to help us, help you.

I know I speak for everyone on your Board, we are here to help you and to serve you.

Russell Kolbo, DC, NDI-ACT President


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HoW green IS your THumB? 14

16 -17 PurCHASIng 2nd HAnd devICeS

2016 ConvenTIon 18-19

21 regISTer for 2016 ConvenTIon

Are ColonICS BACk? 23 25 CeleBrATe CInCo de mAyo reCIPeS

funrAISIng rePorT 2728-29ColorAdo regIonAl reP rePorT

InTroduCIng mCkennA HoennInger 31 32 for SAle

InSurAnCe 3334 memBerS InformATIon

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Disclaimer: I-ACT neither endorses, approves, nor supports any products advertised in this Quarterly Newsletter. These advertisements are provided

to the membership by each advertiser. Additionally, the readers should assure themselves that the material presented herein is current and applicable at the time it is read. The authors cannot warrant that the material will continue to be accurate. Readers should verify

statements before relying on them. No statement herein shall be considered a legal opinion nor a substitute for the advice of an attorney. For the most recent and complete interpretation of laws, please consult an attorney.

I-ACT Policy Statements:I-ACT recommends the use of currently registered FDA equipment and only disposable speculums, rectal tubes, or rectal nozzles. However, should the Therapist use reusable speculums, these speculums should, at a minimum, be autoclaved for sanitation and cleanliness (30 minutes). Additionally, the autoclave unit must be tested and inspected by competent authority at least four times per year- maintain documentation. (Under NO conditions should a disposable speculum or rectal tube be reused).

I-ACT recognizes the FDA classifies equipment used to instill water into the colon through a nozzle inserted into the rectum to evacuate the contents of the colon into three distinct classes; Class I (Enema Kits), Class II and Class III are (Colon Irrigation Systems). Follow the guidelines of your manufacturer, as approved by the FDA for the type of equipment (devices) you are using. Make no claims as to the use of your device other than those approved by the FDA.

The main differences between Class I and Class II devices:

The code of federal regulations CFR 876.5210 & 876.5220 describe the differences between the Class I and the Class II devices. From that regulation, a Class I device is an enema system and does not include “colonic irrigation devices”. A “colon irrigation device” is a Class II device, which in part is described as: “The system is designed to allow evacuation of the contents of the colon during the administration of the colonic irrigation.

The Class I Device: · The Class I device is defined as an enema system and may not have temperature control, temperature gauges or water purification as part of the device. Class I enema systems must be self-administered.· Manufacturers of Class I devices are not required to have third party oversight as they need not com-ply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required of Class II manufac-turers. Class I devices are not as heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA as Class II devices are.· Owners of Class I devices may not market their service using the terms “colonics or colonic irriga-tion” in describing the scope of their practice of evacuating the contents of the lower bowel.

The Class II Device:· The Class II Device is a “colonic irrigation device”.· Manufacturers of Class II devices are required to have third party oversight and must comply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required by the FDA. Class II devices are heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA.· The FDA requires Class II devices to be sold and used on or at the order of a physician or health care practitioner. This may be different in each state.

Although I-ACT is not aware of any laws that preclude you from assisting an individual with an enema, I-ACT does want you to consider upgrading your equipment to the equipment that provides the greatest safeguards to the public. In this profession, that would be equipment marketed as Class II devices.

Remember that I-ACT strongly recommends that all I-ACT members use FDA registered Class II devices or devices equivalent to Class II devices regulated by the appropriate agency in your country. Only individuals using FDA registered equipment will be placed on the I-ACT Web Site. Purchase equipment at your own risk. Ensure you are in compliance with your local, state, federal and country guidelines. Ensure that equipment you purchase is cleared for use in your country.

I-ACT recognizes there are two distinct types of colon irrigation systems; open and closed systems. However, it is I-ACT policy that the colon hydrotherapist / technician is always in attendance / or is immediately available to the client throughout the session. The degree of assistance is to be in compliance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the equipment as registered with the FDA, and/or as directed by a physician.

The policy on insertion is to follow the instruction of the referring physician; the guidelines of the manufacturer as approved by the FDA; or the directives from the authority of your city, county, state, or country ordinances.

I-ACT recommends that you do not put the initials (CT) for colon hydrotherapist after your name, write it out in full. According to most state laws, putting initials after your name is not allowed unless you are licensed or have a degree from an accredited professional school.

Advertising copy which states or implies that colon hydrotherapy can treat any disease, promise cure for any disease, or that makes unsubstantiated medical claims SHALL NOT be used.

NEW MEMBERS 1ST QUARTER 2016

Following is a list of our new members for the period January 1, 2016 through March 1, 2016.We are glad to have you as members. Remember, at I-ACT you are important to us!

First Name Last Name Home City Home State CountryRhonnie Robins-Smith Plantation FL USAMelissa Kann Kalispell MT USAKara Fergason Elk Grove CA USAHope Marino Las Vegas NV USAShane Morrison Kingman AZ USAAndrea Morrison Kingman AZ USAShelly Stroh Post Falls ID USAKim Gerber Sagle ID USAGordana Smith Elkton FL USARichard Christiansen Gig Harbor WA USACarolyn Berry Tempe AZ USAEdward Jackson-Gray York North York United KingdomLlolyn Pobran Coeur d'Alene ID USAMirna Rivera Palm Springs CA USAMinerva Vazquez Chula Vista CA USAJodi Gilbert Escondido CA USAEmily Boor Costa Mesa CA USARegina Purtzer Grants Pass OR USARichard Nam Mansfield OH USAInsook Chung Mansfield OH USARichelle Garman New Oxford PA USAJean Boutin Southport NC USAStacy Love Royse City TX USADr. NewVelvet Washington Virginia Beach VA USARyan Burns Bethlehem PA USASuzanne Krok Parkland FL USADebra Greco Mechanicville NY USALexi DudenHoeffer LaGrange GA USAKelly Weaver Monticello KY USAGilbert Calderon Antipolo City PhilippinesHeidi Fang Las Vegas NV USAKaureen Timur Union City CA USATammarah Boyd Henderson NV USAMary Flannery Santa Fe NM USAAntoinette Crawley San Diego CA USAAsunta Espindola Villar Clearfield UT USAPiper Ziv Oxnard CA USAOlena Castello Greencastle IN USARegina Wheeler Clarksville TN USAAshley McDonald Clarksville TN USABelanie Peavy Cypress TX USA

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