Reversing Diabetes - Plant-Based Nutrition and Cooking

Laurie Courage is aCertified Plant-Based Nutrition Educator and Health Coachand founder ofEncouraging Greens Inc. She helps people on the brink of a health crisis restore their health and enjoy an energetic life for years to come by helping them understand what and how to eat, offering both personalized health and wellness coaching programs and group nutrition/cooking classes online, on Long Island NY, and more recently in Frederick, Maryland.Laurie studied nutrition with several leading doctors and bio-medical researchers who are all experts on the link between food choices and health to learn about the evidence-based science behind plant-based nutrition. She has certificates from several leading plant-based nutrition programs:Certificate in Plant-Based Nutritionfrom the T. Colin Campbell Foundation //CertifiedFood For Life Educatorwith the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) //Starch Solution Certification CourseGraduate from Dr. McDougall’s Health and Medical Center.//Certified Diet and Lifestyle Intervention Practitionerand completed several courses inthe Nutrition Educator Programthrough the Wellness Forum Institute for Health Studies // Graduate of theRouxbe Professional Plant-Based Chef Certification Program //Studied at theNatural Gourmet Institute // Certified Health and Wellness Coachwith over 20 years of coaching and mentoring experience // Member of theAmerican College for Lifestyle Medicine // Whole Kids Foundation Healthy Teachers Program instructor // Whole Food Plant-Based Certified Provider via WFPB.org //Certified Professional Never Binge Again Coach //Harvard Medical School Institute Lifestyle MedicineCertificate in Culinary Coaching.Laurie teaches a variety of cooking/nutrition classes online and in person in Frederick Maryland after many years teaching on Long Island. She offers a group coaching  program online for those over 50 who are ready to take back control of their health and  private 1:1 coaching as well.You can learn more about her coaching programs and up-coming classes at http://www.encouraginggreens.com.

Laurie Courage, Encouraging Greens Inc

Eleven percent of the U.S. adult population has Diabetes including nearly one-third of those 65 and older. Our food can make a difference.

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11 percent of the U.S. adult population has Diabetes including nearly one-third of those 65 and older. Uncontrolled, diabetes can lead to complications including stroke, loss of vision, heart disease, kidney failure, and various problems due to nerve damage and circulatory problems. Research studies have demonstrated that a plant-based nutrition approach reduces the risk of diabetes and can greatly benefit those who have been diagnosed with the disease.The goal of the Food for Life: Diabetes Initiative program is to empower people who have diabetes and those concerned about developing diabetes, along with their friends and family members with new information and skills. This is a combined program, offering all of the nutrition education from 2 PCRM Food for Life classes - Intro to How Foods Fight Diabetes and Designing a Diet for Maximum Weight Control, along with 5 delicious recipes to sample in 3 hours. This class offers a unique opportunity to: <ul><li>Acquire knowledge about the link between diet and Diabetes </li><li>Experience the benefits of plant-based nutrition</li><li>Learn the practical cooking skills needed to help you on your journey to better health</li></ul>In this class, attendees learn all of this while enjoying cooking demonstrations, tasting delicious, healthful dishes and taking home useful class materials and recipes, all in a supportive group setting. Pre-registration is required at least 24 hours in advance. In-person class size is limited to 8 participants. Food for Life is a community-based nutrition education program of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). PCRM is a nonprofit organization of doctors and laypersons working together for compassionate and effective medical practice, research, and health promotion.FAQsWhat is the exact address for the class? The class will be held in Port Washington NY. Exact location will be sent to confirmed participants via email a few days prior to class.How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please send email laurie@encouraginggreens.com or through the contact form on this page. What&#x27;s the refund policy? Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable? To manage food and materials purchases, we can only provide refunds up to seven (7) days prior to the beginning of the class. Thanks for your understanding. However, if you wish to transfer your enrollment to a friend, please contact me and I will confirm your request up to 24 hours in advance. Pre-registration is required.image: Adobe stock/ricka_kinamoto

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