Proper nutrition plays a key role in maintaining good health, but it can be difficult to know what foods to eat. The Alberta Heartland Primary Care Network offers support and classes that provide nutrition information.
There are also many health conditions that require a change in the types of food you eat. If you’ve been diagnosed with a condition such as celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease or diabetes you may need to change your diet. The Alberta Heartland Primary Care Network dietitian will explain your condition and help you understand your nutrition requirements. The dietitian will offer you strategies and resources to help you adapt to your new diet.
Eating For a Healthy Heart
What is a “heart healthy” diet? Learn more about what to eat, how much to eat and when, and how this knowledge can improve your cholesterol levels, blood pressure, diabetes, body weight, and overall health. Get the facts on fats, cholesterol, fibre, sodium, and label reading.
Format: Two part 1 hour group class
Interested in this program? Call 780-997-0046 or complete the online form
*NEW* Label Reading
Making smart choices at the grocery store can help you stock a healthy fridge and pantry. It’s important to understand food labels to make the best choices for you and your family. Learn to read labels to determine how much fat, sugar and salt are in the foods we choose every day.
Format: One 1.5 hour group class
Interested in this program? Call 780-997-0046 or complete the online form
Menu Planning Workshop
Learn how to plan nutritious meals and snacks in this hands-on workshop! Whether you are cooking for one, two or the whole family, a variety of menu planning strategies will be discussed. Come prepared with a list of your favourite meals and recipes books. Our registered dietitian will be there to offer tips for making healthy menu selections and recipe substitutions. Create your own menu plan in class and try it out at home!
Format: One 2 hour group class
Interested in this program? Call 780-997-0046 or complete the online form
Eating Away From Home and During Special Occasions
Learn how buffets, parties, vacation and holiday eating can affect calorie intake. Leave with strategies to minimize extra calories when eating away from home and during Special occasions.
Format: One 2 hour group class
Interested in this program? Call 780-997-0046 or complete the online form
Craving ChangeTM
Some weight management courses tend to emphasize what, when, and how much to eat. But the more important question to address may be why we eat the way we do. Most of us know that eating an apple is healthier than eating chocolate cake, so why do we often choose the cake? Learn about all the different reasons why people eat. Learn how to cope with emotional eating. Learn how to feel more in control of your eating.
Format: Three part 2 hour group class
Interested in this program? Call 780-997-0046 or complete the online form