Valley Health Plan 2025 general nutrition series
Good nutritional habits are the foundation you need for an active, healthy, and happy life. Yet we are surrounded by bad nutritional food options almost every day. Eating foods high in sugar, preservatives, and unhealthy fats can drain your energy and cause significant health issues.
Our nutrition series is designed to help members learn the skills to make smart food choices that can protect against chronic diseases, strengthen your immune system, avoid weight gain, and improve your mood.
We’ve made it easier than ever to participate in a class by offering them online and during your lunch hour. Check out the classes offered between now and the holiday season and pre-register today.
Your health plan includes Health Education services tailored just for you. If you decide to join, you can stop at any time.
Class Schedule
January: Nutrition Tips for a Healthy 2025
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics covered will include:
- Top 10 tips to start the year off eating healthy.
- Debunking nutrition myths that continue to persist.
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Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
February: Eating for Heart Health PLUS Cooking Demo
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics covered will include:
- Nutrition Strategies to lower your blood pressure
- The DASH Diet
Kick the can: Making heart heathy soups. Canned soups are loaded with sodium and adversely affect our blood pressure. Making soup is so easy and delicious!
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Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
March: How to Reverse Pre-Diabetes and Prevent a Diabetes Diagnosis
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics covered will include:
- Key nutrients that regulate blood sugar and timing of meals
- Good carbs and bad carbs
- Sugar and sugar substitutes
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Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
April: Eating for Energy PLUS Healthy Snacks
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics covered will include:
- Eating the right foods can give you enough energy to get through your busiest days
- The right snacks vs. the wrong snacks for your energy levels
- Simple snack recipes that you can pack and take on the go
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Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
May: Keeping Your Brain Sharp PLUS Cooking Demo
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics covered will include:
- Essential nutrients to help prevent Alzheimer's and dementia and which foods increase our risk
- The benefits of eating Omega-3 fats and where to find them in foods
- Cooking Demo – Easy, quick and delicious fish recipes
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Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
August: Inflammation and Nutrition PLUS Cooking Demo
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics Covered will include:
- Foods that contribute to inflammation
- Foods that fight inflammation
- Anti-inflammatory cooking and a demonstration
Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
September: Healthy Aging
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics Covered will include:
- The 6 essential nutrients for people over 50; common nutrient deficiencies as we age
- Foods to eat every day to ensure healthy aging
- Blue Zones - the lifestyle that adds quality years to one’s life
Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
October: Eat to Beat Cancer
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics Covered will include:
- The best cancer-fighting foods
- Which foods increase our risk of developing cancer
Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.
November: Boost Your Immunity Through Diet
Join Kim Verity on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Topics Covered will include:
- Immunity boosting foods
- The key nutrients for a healthy immune system
- The gut’s major role in keeping us healthy
Notice: The webinar content presented is for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your health care professional before starting any new diet or nutrition plan.