Cooking Up Health: The Mediterranean Way

The Cooperative Extension Service is a partnership between state land grant universities, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and county governments throughout the nation. In Leon County, the partnership includes theUniversity of Florida(UF),Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences(IFAS),Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University(FAMU), andLeon County Government.UF/IFAS Extension’s mission is to develop knowledge in agriculture, natural resources, and the life sciences, and to make that knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. Leon County Extension conducts research-based educational programs in Agriculture and Food Systems, Horticulture, Family & Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Youth Development.The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact Marcus Boston (marcusb@ufl.edu, 850-606-5200) at least  one week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.An Equal Opportunity Institution. UF/IFAS Extension, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Andra Johnson, Dean. Single copies of UF/IFAS Extension publications (excluding 4-H and youth publications) are available free to Florida residents from county UF/IFAS Extension offices.

UF/IFAS Extension Leon County

Interested in eating the Mediterranean way, but not sure where to begin? Join us for this 6-week series and take control of your health!

UF/IFAS Leon County Extension Office

This 6-week series explores simple steps to healthy eating. Sessions will feature food demonstrations and tastings, providing you with practical skills and delicious recipes to incorporate into your daily life.Sessions will be held on Thursdays from August 6th to September 10th, from 5:30PM to 7:00 PM EST.Classes are in-person and include educational handouts, recipes, demonstrations, and food samplings. Cost is $45 total for all 6 classes. Advance registration is required and space is limited.For additional information or questions, please contact Amy Mullins, PhD, RD at amymullins@ufl.edu or by calling (850) 606-5226.Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to eat the Mediterranean way!

Participating in this series will:<ul><li>Increase your understanding of healthy eating concepts and benefits associated with the Mediterranean-style eating pattern.</li><li>Increase your confidence in selecting, planning, preparing, and implementing a healthy, regular eating pattern.</li><li>Increase your understanding and implementation of mindful eating strategies.</li></ul>Curriculum: This series is based on the "Med Instead of Meds" curriculum, developed by NC State University, which emphasizes the benefits of the Mediterranean diet for long-term health and wellness.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact Suzanne Holloway (suzanne.holloway@ufl.edu; 850-606-5200) at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Cooking Up Health: The Mediterranean Way

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