The American Nutrition Association is hosting a panel discussion titled, "Nutrition, Prevention and the Affordable Care Act." Panelists include: Joe Walsh, Congressman from the Illinois 8th District; Joseph Mercola, D.O., a renowned physician; Barbara Bellar, MD, JD, MA, an Illinois State Senate candidate; and Laura Minzer, executive director, Healthcare Council, Illinois Chamber of Commerce.

Palatine, IL (PRWEB) October 01, 2012

The esteemed forum panelists are:

The president of the ANA - Michael Stroka, JD, MBA, MS, CCN, CNS, will moderate.

The goal of the forum is to have a respectful discussion about aspects of the Affordable Care Act which relate to nutrition, prevention and integrative medicine, Stroka said. We want to educate both the public and our local and national representatives about this massively complex piece of legislation and just how it will influence preventative care, specifically nutritional counseling and integrative medicine. We will present facts, voice concerns and listen carefully to opinions from our panelists and answer questions from audience members.

Congressman Joe Walsh of the 8th District of Illinois has been invited to participate so that he may share his efforts on patient-centered reforms in health care and hear public concerns related to prevention within the Affordable Care Act.

Dr. Joseph Mercola is a world renowned physician based in Chicago. Dr. Mercola sits on the professional advisory board of the ANA and is an expert in nutrition and its role in disease prevention.

Barbara Bellar is both a medical doctor and lawyer and has comprehensive knowledge of the Affordable Care Act (sometimes referred to as Obamacare).

Laura Minzer, in her leadership role with the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, spearheads collaborative response to state-level health reform (Affordable Care Act.)

Tammy Duckworth, Democratic candidate for U.S. Representative from the 8th District of Illinois, was invited to be a panelist, but she has another commitment.

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