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COMOX VALLEY PCN NUTRITION PRESENTATIONS Appropriate for anyone 18 years and older wanting to learn the basics of healthy nutrition for the first time or for those that need a refresher. There are five, two - hour themed nutrition presentation s to choose from, all facilitated by the Comox Valley Primary Care Network (PCN) Registered Dietitians. Attending Nutrition Essentials prior to the other presentations is strongly recommended. Others can be attended in any order. NUTRITION ESSENTIALS Confused by conflicting messages about nutrition? Wanting to do better with your eating but unsure where to start? Get clarity with Nutrition Essentials. Explore a positive relationship with food and what, when and how much to eat for optimal health. Whether you’re a beginner or a nutrition enthusiast, this class prepares you for the other presentations in this series. DEMYSTIFYING FATS Develop an understanding of the many types of dietary fats and how to adjust your intake to include “heart healthy” fat options more often. Participation encouraged for people living with high cholesterol levels, diabetes, fatty liver, heart disease or for those who are just interested in this topic. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY EATING Inflammation is thought to be one of the underlying factors contributing to many chronic conditions. Learn about the components of anti - inflammatory eating to include glycemic index, anti - oxidant containing foods, whole foods, plant proteins and dietary fats. Education will be provided on how to achieve a nutritional intake that is optimal for heart disease, diabetes, chronic pain and many other medical conditions. CARBS FOR HEALTH Learn about the types of carbohydrates in foods including sugars, starches and fibres and which foods contain these. Explore glycemic index and how to include carbs in your day whilst managing blood sugars, hunger, food cravings and mood. Participation encouraged for people living with high cholesterol levels, diabetes, fatty liver, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), heart disease or for those who are just interested in this topic. BALANCING PROTEIN AND SODIUM Understanding the sources and ideal intake of these important nutrients is helpful for our general health and specific health concerns. Participation encouraged for people living with chronic kidney disease (GFR 30 - 60), high blood pressure, heart disease, edema or for those just interested in eating well for health.

To register for the above presentations, visit: https://redcap.viha.ca/redcap/surveys/ Then enter code: 9NP8KDJT7

Email cvpcnpresentations@islandhealth.ca if you need assistance with registration or have any questions .

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