Nutrition classes offer a new perspective on how to modify your diet to keep a healthy heart. Classes are held from 11 am to noon at 25 New Chardon Street in Boston, MA.
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| April 10 |
Fats: The Good, the Bad and 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. |
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| April 17 |
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. |
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| April 24 |
Supermarket Smarts Take a virtual supermarket tour and learn how to shop quickly for the foods you need without falling victim to impulse buying. |
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| May 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. |
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| May 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. |
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| May 15 |
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. |
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| May 22 |
Fats: The Good, the Bad and 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. |
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| May 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. |
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| June 5 |
Supermarket Smarts Take a virtual supermarket tour and learn how to shop quickly for the foods you need without falling victim to impulse buying. |
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| June 12 |
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. |
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| June 19 |
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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| June 26 |
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. |
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| July 3 |
Fats: The Good, the Bad and 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. |
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| July 10 |
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. |
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| July 17 |
Supermarket Smarts Take a virtual supermarket tour and learn how to shop quickly for the foods you need without falling victim to impulse buying. |
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| July 24 |
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. |
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| July 31 |
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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| Aug 7 |
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. |
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