Your thyroid gland regulates your body’s use of energy. If it is not producing enough hormones (hypothyroidism), you will feel sluggish. If it is overproducing hormones (hyperthyroidism), you may feel revved up with a rapid pulse and other symptoms. In the United States, the main cause of thyroid problems is the autoimmune system creating antibodies that attack the thyroid gland. There is evidence that those who follow a plant-based diet, void of meat and dairy, are significantly less likely to get thyroid problems. There are also individuals whose hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism have disappeared after switching to a plant-based diet. This class will set you on the right foot for following a healthful, plant-based diet with simple yet delicious recipes for the whole family.

Food For Life

Food for Life is an award-winning plant-based nutrition education and cooking class program that provides an innovative approach to diet-related chronic diseases. Designed by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine’s (pcrm.org) team of physicians, nurses, and dietitians, Food for Life promotes healthful eating based on the latest scientific research. Since 2001, Food for Life has been a pioneer in delivering hands-on information about how diet can directly play a pivotal role in health and disease prevention to communities around the world. Now, these Food for Life classes are offered online!

September 25, 2021, 1:00pm – 3:00pm CST (online)

To register go to: THYROID CLASS

Each Food for Life class includes

• Specific information about how certain foods and nutrients work to promote or discourage disease.

• Cooking demonstrations of delicious heathy recipes that can be easily recreated at home.

• Practical cooking skills and tips for incorporating healthful eating habits into daily life.

• A supportive and motivational atmosphere where you can take charge of your health with the foods that you put on your plate.

• Nutrition information guides/handouts will be provided (electronically) as well as recipes after registration of the class.

For the Entire Family

**This is class will be online via Zoom. The online format makes it a great way to include your whole family to join in the fun and you are welcome to cook along with the demonstrations! The class runs about 2 hours and includes time for introductions, discussion, an educational video featuring PCRM’s physicians and dietitians, a fun quiz with discussion over answers, demonstration of 2-3 delicious recipes, and Q & A session.

*Refund Policy – can cancel up to 2 days before class starts. Eventbrite fee is nonrefundable.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/healthy-thyroid-plant-based-cooking-class-food-for-life-tickets-167183934649