Friday, September 13, 2013

Nutrition course offered at Griffin Hospital in Derby

DERBY - Griffin Hospital will offer a free four-week nutrition course beginning Sept. 25.
“Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Nutrition, But Were Afraid to Ask” is a groundbreaking series of fun, informative classes taught by Samantha Heller, clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital. 

A registered dietician and exercise physiologist, Heller is a nationally known nutrition expert who regularly appears on television and radio programs such as Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, and the CBS Early Show. 
She also hosts “Samantha Heller's Health & Nutrition Show” on Sirius XM, and is the author of Get Smart: Samantha Heller's Nutrition Prescription for Boosting Brain Power and Optimizing Total Body Health.

The classes will be held for four consecutive Wednesdays from Sept. 25-Oct. 16 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave.
Participants should plan on attending all four sessions, as the learning is cumulative. 
The classes cover a variety of nutrition topics, including how to:
  • Reach and maintain a healthy weight;
  • Manage Type 2 Diabetes;
  • Lower cholesterol;
  • Reduce blood pressure;
  • Boost stamina and energy;
  • Reduce the risk of cancer and other diseases;
  • Improve memory and sharpen the mind.
 Early registration is encouraged; space is limited. Register at griffinhealth.org or by calling 203-732-1260.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

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