Mediterranean diet 101: Fats

If you ever wondered about the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats and where to find omega-3's, then this session is for you! A special look at popular fats such as olive oil, coconut fat, and cooking for diabetes and heart-health.

The PERFORM Centre of Concordia University offers Healthy Cooking classes by a registered dietitian. These classes are a fun, hands-on experience meant to equip participants with nutritious, simple and affordable meal ideas. Participants cook a meal and eat together, and receive nutrient analyzed recipes. Classes are offered in a bilingual format for a cost of 75$ + tax.

Learning goals

1. You will learn criteria for choosing healthy fats and using these in recipes and meals
2. You will learn steps to modify recipes and reduce fats
3. You will learn several mindfulness strategies to help reduce overall fat eaten

Learning objectives

1. Practice modifying one recipe to either increase omega-3 or reduce saturated fats per serving.
2. Cook and/or taste two recipes that contain omega-3 fatty acids, from fish sources and vegetable sources.
3. Cook and/or taste two recipes that are modified to reduce saturated fats.

Registration

1. Visit PERFORM or
2. Contact Natalie Burnett or
3. Contact Kevin Hammill by telephone at 514-848-2424 ext. 2829

But hurry, because there are only 12 spots available!

Food allergies?

Contact dietitian Théa Demmers at thea.demmers@concordia.ca or 514-848-2424, ext. 4018.

Receipts offered for health insurance. Twelve spaces available. Wear clean indoor shoes and bring a container for leftovers. Learn about the Healthy Cooking series.