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Nutrition 101
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Nutrition 101
In a world of convenience foods, diet fads and confusing product messages it's easy to forget the basics of healthy eating. In this free class our wellness specialist will teach you the basic building blocks for eating smart every day.
The class is designed to give you basic education for healthy eating. You will learn what should be on your plate and how to balance your diet.
Participants will be able to:
Understand the components of the Food Guide Pyramid
Choose healthier food selections at restaurants
Learn about portion sizes
Classes are free for YMCA Members. Check out the
events calendar
to find information about upcoming classes.
YMCA Mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.