COMMUNITY INTEGRATED HEALTH NUTRITION EDUCATION SERIES
Empowering Healthy Eating for Life!
Welcome to Our Monthly Nutrition Education Series! Join us for an enriching series of monthly nutrition education sessions, designed to support your journey toward a healthier, balanced lifestyle. Our expert-led workshops cover essential topics in managing and improving your health through dietary choices. Presented by certified nutrition educators, dietitians, and health professionals, these sessions are tailored to empower you with the knowledge and practical skills to make impactful changes in your diet and well-being.
Why Attend?
Each session is thoughtfully designed to provide:
- Practical Education: Simple, actionable tips and tools you can incorporate into your daily life.
- Guidance from Experts: Learn directly from licensed nutrition professionals.
- Interactive Q&A: Get answers to your questions and personalized advice to help you reach your health goals.
Who Should Attend?
These sessions are ideal for anyone looking to improve their eating habits, manage blood pressure, or simply learn more about nutrition and heart health. Whether you’re managing specific health concerns or striving for general wellness, this series is for you!
WHEN ARE THE SESSIONS?
Day: 2nd Wednesday of every Month
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
How to Register?
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today! Take the first step toward a healthier you by joining us for these impactful sessions. We look forward to supporting your journey to wellness!
All sessions are hosted at the West Cook YMCA, 255 S. Marion St
Register through the form at the bottom of this page.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
Lowering Sodium Intake
Learn easy and effective ways to reduce sodium in your diet without sacrificing flavor. Discover practical tips for reading labels, cooking at home, and finding lower-sodium options that make a real difference in managing blood pressure.
Shopping, Preparing, and Cooking for Better Blood Pressure Management
Master the art of shopping smartly, preparing meals, and cooking techniques focused on managing and improving blood pressure. Explore tips on building a heart-healthy pantry, preparing nutritious meals, and more
Heart Healthy Eating for Life
Dive into the principles of heart-healthy eating with guidance from our health professionals. This session will cover essential dietary practices that promote cardiovascular health and longevity.
DASH Way of Eating
Discover the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet, a scientifically-backed approach to eating that can lower blood pressure, improve heart health, and support overall wellness.
MEET OUR PRESENTERS
DR. LIZBETH GARCIA RODRIGUEZ
NICHOLAS LEHRHOFF
BECOME A PRESENTER
The West Cook YMCA is seeking qualified and experienced doctors, nutrition educators, dietitians, or health professionals to present a series of nutrition education seminars.