Nourish Your Mind – Cooking for Brain Health
Thursday, April 23rd | 5:00–7:00 pm
RVNAhealth Teaching Kitchen, 27 Governor Street, Ridgefield, CT
While we often eat with our heart health in mind, we may not always consider our brain health. Discover how delicious food can not only reduce risk of cardiac disease, but can support a sharper, healthier brain as well. Inspired by the MIND diet (Mediterranean–DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay), this class is for anyone interested in learning how specific foods can help protect cognitive function and reduce the risk of memory decline.
We’ll cover the basics of the MIND diet so you can make wise decisions in the kitchen, while we prepare a selection of simple, flavorful recipes. We’ll use common ingredients, highlighting these brain-boosting foods, while limiting ingredients that can be detrimental to cognition and memory.
In a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, this class will empower you to create meals that are as nourishing for your brain as they are satisfying on your plate!
Some demo, some hands on. All recipes provided.
Menu:
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Arugula & White Bean Salad
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Almond Crusted Baked Chicken
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Rainbow Roasted Veggie Quinoa
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Individual Mixed Berry Crisp
Class limit: 8
$55pp , Early Bird discount 10% off until April 15!
About Carmen:
Carmen Weber, RDN, CDN, RVNAhealth Registered Dietitian has nearly 25 years of experience, and holds degrees in Communication and Dietetics. She started her career in healthcare advertising before shifting to community nutrition, working with places such as the Food Bank for New York City, WIC programs, and elderly nutrition services in Fairfield County. She specializes in empowering individuals to connect food and health through one-on-one counseling, nutrition education, and cooking classes.
