Nutrition classes offer a new perspective on how to modify your diet to keep a healthy heart. Classes are held from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon at 25 New Chardon Street in Boston, MA.
| Date | Class Topic |
|---|---|
| Nov 9 |
Diet and Diabetes Learn how to manage blood glucose levels through diet, and how food affects blood glucose levels. Also learn about the impact of weight, the role of exercise, and the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels. |
| Nov 16 |
Heart Healthy Eating An introduction to heart healthy foods. Explore the difference between whole grains and refined grains and learn more about what carbohydrates you should be eating everyday to improve your health. |
| Nov 23 |
No Class |
| Nov 30 | Fats: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly Discover the difference between the good and bad fats in the American diet today. Learn which ones you should be including in your meals to improve your cholesterol levels and weight. |
| Dec 7 |
Label Reading and Portion Size Learn how to read and compare food labels and ingredients to help you choose the healthiest foods on the market today. Also learn about portion sizes to help you keep your weight under control. |
| Dec 14 |
Supermarket Smarts Take a virtual supermarket tour and learn how to shop quickly for the foods you need without falling victim to impulse buying. |
| Dec 21 |
Dining Out Review strategies to eat healthy while eating out. Identify key words that will tell you which dishes are high in fat and calories. Also learn how to combine foods at home to create quick healthy meals and snacks any time of the day. |
| Dec 28 |
Diet and Diabetes Learn how to manage blood glucose levels through diet, and how food affects blood glucose levels. Also learn about the impact of weight, the role of exercise, and the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels. |
| Jan 4 |
Heart Healthy Eating An introduction to heart healthy foods. Explore the difference between whole grains and refined grains and learn more about what carbohydrates you should be eating every day to improve your health. |
| Jan 11 |
Fats: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly Discover the difference between the good and bad fats in the American diet today. Learn which ones you should be including in your meals to improve your cholesterol levels and weight. |
| Jan 18 |
Label Reading and Portion Size Learn how to read and compare food labels and ingredients to help you choose the healthiest foods on the market today. Also learn about portion sizes to help you keep your weight under control. |
| Jan 25 | Supermarket Smarts Take a virtual supermarket tour and learn how to shop quickly for the foods you need without falling victim to impulse buying. |
| Feb 1 |
Dining Out Review strategies to eat healthy while eating out. Identify key words that will tell you which dishes are high in fat and calories. Also learn how to combine foods at home to create quick healthy meals and snacks any time of the day. |
| Feb 8 |
Diet and Diabetes Learn how to manage blood glucose levels through diet, and how food affects blood glucose levels. Also learn about the impact of weight, the role of exercise, and the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels. |
| Feb 15 |
Heart Health Eating An introduction to heart healthy foods. Explore the difference between whole grains and refined grains and learn more about what carbohydrates you should be eating everyday to improve your health. |
| Feb 22 |
Fats: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly Discover the difference between the good and bad fats in the American diet today. Learn which ones you should be including in your meals to improve your cholesterol levels and weight. |
| Feb 29 |
Label Reading and Portion Size Learn how to read and compare food labels and ingredients to help you choose the healthiest foods on the market today. Also learn about portion sizes to help you keep your weight under control |
| Mar 7 |
Supermarket Smarts Take a virtual supermarket tour and learn how to shop quickly for the foods you need without falling victim to impulse buying |
| Mar 14 |
Dining Out Review strategies to eat healthy while eating out. Identify key words that will tell you which dishes are high in fat and calories. Also learn how to combine foods at home to create quick healthy meals and snacks any time of the day |
| Mar 21 |
Diet and Diabetes Learn how to manage blood glucose levels through diet, and how food affects blood glucose levels. Also learn about the impact of weight, the role of exercise, and the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels. |
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