Food for Life
Mar. 25: Food to Fight Cancer
Research shows that as much as 40% of cancer risk may be diet related! If you have had cancer, want to prevent a re-occurrence, or reduce your risk of developing cancer, join us! Class format: Welcome & overview, video lesson, class discussion, cooking...
Apr. 02: Your Body in Balance
Based on the book Your Body in Balance: The New Science of Food, Hormones, and Health by Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, this set of classes addresses hormone-related problems including infertility, hot flashes, diabetes, and depression. Dietary choices have a surprisingly...
Apr. 09: Tackling Menopause
This class will focus on menopause as a a natural part of life. The content will review topics including hot flashes, unpredictable emotions, changes in sexual function, and memory fog. This class is a part of Women’s Wellness Month campaign. Class format: Welcome...
Apr. 16: A Healthy Thyroid
Your thyroid gland regulates your body’s use of energy. If it is not producing enough hormones (hypothyroidism), you will feel sluggish. If it is overproducing hormones (hyperthyroidism), you may feel revved up with a rapid pulse and other symptoms. In the United...
Apr. 23: Foods and Mood
Learn how foods impact your mood, a powerful driver of food choices and coping in times of stress. Class format: Welcome & overview, video lesson, class discussion, cooking demonstration, and Q&A. Age: 18+ Location: Online on Zoom Register here. Thursday, ...
Apr. 30: Avoiding Environmental Chemicals
This class reviews common chemical exposures and how to avoid them to keep you and your family safe. Common chemicals addressed include BPA, phthalates, pesticides,and hormones. Practical tips are provided for limiting exposure to these chemicals including eating...
May 26: Food for Life – Nutrition and Cooking Camp – 161805
Poor diet and lack of exercise put today's children at greater risk for heart disease, diabetes, and cancer later in life. A foundation for healthy eating is needed to lessen the risk for chronic diseases. The curriculum highlights the positives of the four food...