Board-Certified Neurologist and prolific author Dr. David Perlmutter, and Jeffrey Smith, founder of The Institute for Responsible Technology (IRT), will lead a seminar, The Medical Impacts of Eating Genetically Engineered Foods, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., March 19, at Shangri-la Springs, in Bonita Springs. A one-hour reception benefiting the IRT will immediately follow.

Perlmutter’s works include New York Times bestsellers Grain Brain –The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs, Sugar – Your Brain’s Silent Killers and Brain Maker: The Power of Gut Microbes to Heal and Protect Your Brain – For Life. He also serves as medical advisor to The Dr. Oz Show.

A world authority on the health dangers of genetically modified organisms (GMO), Smith is also the author of the bestselling books Seeds of Deception and producer of the award-winning film Genetic Roulette – The Gamble of Our Lives.

Cost: $20 includes Perlmutter’s video on the microbiome and Genetic Roulette movie ($50 value). Location: 27750 Old 41 Rd. For more information or to preregister (required), call 480-255-0604 or visit ResponsibleTechnology.org/events.