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This Women's Day, give yourself the gift of feeling your best.
We're proud to launch a two-part workshop series focused on women's health and longevity, hosted by the incredible Kelly Beaton, MPA, RHN of Eat Well Be Well. These empowering workshops are all about giving women the tools to thrive - not just survive.
Date for Workshop #1: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
NEW Date for Workshop #2: Wednesday June 10th, 2026
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Old Town Hall (61 Main Street)
Pricing: $25.00/workshop, $40.00/both
Each workshop is 90 minutes in length, with the final 30 minutes reserved for Q&A.
Workshop #2 - June 10th, 2026
Nutrition and the Aging Brain
Maintaining brain health becomes increasingly important as we age. This workshop explores the powerful connection between nutrition and cognitive function, revealing how the foods you eat today can protect your brain for years to come.
What You Will Learn:
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Which nutrients are essential for brain health, and which foods provide them
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Learn about the Mediterranean and MIND diets and why research shows they help protect against cognitive decline
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Explore how inflammation, blood sugar, and gut health impact brain function, and understand which foods to emphasize and limit...and so much more
This workshop is wonderful for women interested in proactive brain health, caregivers of individuals with cognitive concerns, anyone with a family history of dementia seeking preventive strategies, and those wanting to prioritize cognitive wellness.
Workshop #1 - March 4th, 2026
Navigating Perimenopause - Your Nutrition Guide to Feeling Like Yourself Again
Perimenopause can bring shifts in energy, mood, sleep, metabolism, and cycle regularity. This supportive workshop will show you how the right nutrition strategies can make a real difference in how you feel every day.
What You Will Learn:
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How hormonal changes during perimenopause affect your body and why nutrition matters
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Specific foods that can help reduce hot flashes, improve energy, and clear brain fog
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Easy ways to support better sleep through nutrition
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Practical tips for managing cravings and weight changes...and so much more
This workshop is wonderful for women experiencing perimenopause symptoms, those wanting to prepare for this life stage, or anyone supporting a loved one through this transition.