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 […]
This workshop offers safe, effective strategies to manage stress. A 2-session workshop for anyone who feels stress and would like to learn how to reduce or prevent it. In this workshop you will learn more about stress, how to manage it and also how to practice mindful eating. Topics include: What stress is What causes […]
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 […]
This workshop provides tips for quality sleep and good health. Sleep Well is led by AHS health professionals who share their expertise and guide interactive online group sessions. This class will teach you tips to sleep better, help you discover reasons why you may have trouble falling asleep and discuss the important link between quality […]
For anyone who would like to learn more about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight and how to build a plan to meet those goals. Learn how to increase your physical activity, manage calories and nutrition, and develop healthier habits. Topics include: Weight, health, and treatment options Journalling, calories, and eat well plate Problem […]
For anyone who would like to learn more about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight and how to build a plan to meet those goals. Learn how to increase your physical activity, manage calories and nutrition, and develop healthier habits. Topics include: Weight, health, and treatment options Journalling, calories, and eat well plate Problem […]
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 […]
Food is often central to holidays, parties, and special occasions. It also tends to be higher in calories, fat or sugar, and can lead to overeating and weight gain. In this 2-1/2 hour workshop, facilitated by a registered dietitian, you will learn how theses occasions can affect what you eat and how much you eat. […]