Soul & Science of Healthy Eating
Join free nutrition education programs from the SMDC Heart & Vascular Center. Presenter is Bonnie Brost, a registered dietitian with the Heart to Heart Lifestyle Management Program.
Registration is preferred. Continuing education credits are available for healthcare professionals. Call (218) 786-4181.
Times: Noon to 1 p.m. and 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Location: St. Mary's Medical Center Auditorium, 407 E. Third St., Duluth
March 8 and May 3
Eating healthy can be so confusing
Getting enough fiber, vegetables and fruits in your diet can help you manage your weight and your blood sugar levels. We'll review some pre-diabetes and weight management tools. Get free recipes, too.
March 30
Good Fats vs. Bad Fats
Review your cholesterol goals and what you can do to change the number. Learn about the importance of including some "good" fats and limiting "bad" fats. We'll also review the benefits of omega 3 fatty acids and what to look for in fish oil supplements. Get free recipes, too.
April 13
Sodium: What is too much?
Sodium is more than salt. More than 75 percent of the sodium we eat is in processed foods. Review the sodium content of foods and get tips on lowering your sodium intake.
Get free recipes, too.
April 27
Dining out and portion distortion
Review what's available in restaurants and discuss calories, fats, sodium and carbohydrates. Get suggestions on how to make better choices when dining out.