Free 4-Week Nutrition Course Begins May 18

DERBY — Griffin Hospital will offer a free four-week nutrition course beginning Wednesday, May 18.

The free course, “Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Nutrition, But Were Afraid to Ask,” will be held over four sessions, May 18 and 25, and June 1 and 8 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Avenue.

This groundbreaking series of fun, informative classes is taught by registered dietician and exercise physiologist Samantha Heller, a nationally known nutrition expert who regularly appears on television and radio programs.

Participants will learn about a variety of nutrition topics, including how to:

*Reach and maintain a healthy weight

*Manage type 2 diabetes

*Lower cholesterol 

*Reduce blood pressure

*Boost stamina and energy

*Reduce the risk of cancer and other diseases

*Improve memory and sharpen the mind

The course will also feature special cooking demonstrations by Griffin Hospital’s Executive Chef Greg O’Gorman.

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. To register, visit www.griffinhealth.org and click on programs and events or call 203-732-1511.