Heart Wise: Managing Cholesterol and Blood Pressure is a free, two-part group session offered by Alberta Health Services (AHS). Nutrition and Food Services professionals will share their expertise and guide interactive discussions that can help individuals manage their heart health. Participants will learn about: The causes, risk factors and complications of high blood pressure and […]
In this workshop you will learn about physical activity and how to include it in your day. A 2-1/2 hour session for anyone looking to learn more about physical activity and how to include it in their day. Including more physical activity in your day can help you maintain a healthy weight and better manage […]
Free educational workshop for anyone diagnosed with pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, or at risk of developing diabetes. Diabetes the Basics is offered as a four-part group session led by AHS professionals who share their expertise, provide information and encourage discussions that can help participants better manage their condition. The session is offered to people at […]
Heart Wise: Managing Cholesterol and Blood Pressure is a free, two-part group session offered by Alberta Health Services (AHS). Nutrition and Food Services professionals will share their expertise and guide interactive discussions that can help individuals manage their heart health. Participants will learn about: The causes, risk factors and complications of high blood pressure and […]
For those who have completed Level 1 and would like to learn more about maintaining a healthy weight and weight loss goals. Level 1 is a prerequisite to Level 2. Learn how to plan meals, developed a structured physical activity plan, and learn how to deal with thoughts and feelings that affect behavior change. Topics […]
For those who are interested in surgical treatment options for weight management. Clients can learn general information about bariatric surgery, the types of bariatric surgery performed in Alberta, possible complications, health outcomes, and steps for success. Topics include: Surgery options and outcomes
These workshops offer safe, effective strategies to form positive food relationships. Managing Emotional Eating is a free, three-part workshop led by AHS health professionals who share their expertise and guide interactive group sessions. Participants will learn how eating habits are formed, and how triggers such as emotions, situations and events can be managed to help […]