Nutrition Series

Welcome to the Nutrition Series!

Beginning September 24, the Nutrition Series will be offered virtually on-demand on Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. All recordings will be sent out after as well. The topics and dates are listed below. Register below!  

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• Topic 1 - Introduction to Healthy Eating  - September 24th

  • In part 1 of this eight part series we will focus on an introduction to health eating including what healthy eating is, why its important, how you can evaluate your nutrition habits and some tips for implementing healthy nutrition habits.  

• Topic 2 - Introduction to Macronutrients - October 1st

  • In this second of eight sessions we will explore macronutrients including what they are, how we can ensure we are getting enough of them and some different types of foods we can incorporate to ensure that we are getting enough of each macronutrient.  We will also touch briefly on micronutrients and their importance as well.  

• Topic 3 - Healthy Nutrition Habits -  October 8th

  • In part 3 of our nutrition series we will focus on healthy nutrition habits.  You can start implementing some of these habits easily today without even changing the types of foods you are eating.  Join us for this workshop to learn how today! 

• Topic 4 - Portion Sizing and Building Your Plate - October 22nd

  • In part 4 of this nutrition series we will focus on portion sizing and building your plate.  These topics can be incredibly helpful if you are looking to adjust your body composition (losing body fat or gaining muscle mass).  We will teach you how to build your plate and what types of foods to include in order to cover all your needs.  

• Topic 5 - Meal Planning and Prep - October 29th

  • In part 5 of this nutrition series we are focusing on meal planning and prepping.  When you are busy planning and preparing meals or parts of your meals ahead of time can be hugely beneficial and time saving.  It can also help prevent food waste as well which means you are saving money.  ​

• Topic 6 - Grocery Shopping - November 5th

  • In part 6 of this series we are focusing on grocery shopping.  If you have never grocery shopped before then the first time you go, it can be overwhelming, but this workshop will help you shop effectively for the foods that you actually need as well as help you save some money in the process.  ​

• Topic 7 - Reading Nutrition Labels and Ingredient Lists - November 12th

  • In part 7 of this nutrition series we will focus on reading ingredient lists and nutrition labels.  This process can be very overwhelming when first starting out, but we are going to teach you how to spot the most important components and ensure you feel comfortable when you head into the grocery store to look at nutrition labels and ingredient lists.  ​

• Topic 8 - Mindful Eating - November 19th

  • In this final part of our 8 week nutrition series we are talking about the practice of mindful eating.  Mindful eating is a fantastic way to tune into your hunger and fullness cues and eat according to what your body truly needs, but it can take a little bit of practice when you are getting started.  Learn mindful eating practices and tips and tricks for tuning in and being present in the moment when you are consuming food.  ​

This series is offered each semester in an on-demand format.  Videos are pre-recorded and scheduled to take place.  If you register for this series and are unable to make the live times you will receive a recording of the video and all handouts that go with it after the session is completed.  You can also a self-guided version in PDF form here.  ​

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