Culinary medicine combines the art of cooking with the science of nutrition. Geisinger now offers free in-person and virtual cooking classes.
Danville, Pennsylvania — When you think of Geisinger, you probably think of the hospital, but the healthcare system is much more than that. Geisinger offers cooking classes along with many other programs.
“It brings together the science and the joy of cooking and incorporates the great framework and background of the Mediterranean diet and culinary medicine,” explains Stacy Coolbaugh, clinical nutrition director at Geisinger.
Courbeau says Geisinger’s culinary medicine program has been around for about three years and now offers cooking classes in an educational kitchen near Selinsgrove.
If you live nearby, you can take 4 classes in person. For everyone else, there are virtual options.
“No matter where we live, if we can turn on our cameras and cook in our own kitchens from the comfort of our own homes, we will all be connected, follow the same curriculum together, and learn about the Mediterranean diet and culinary medicine. can do. .”
A Mediterranean diet consists of vegetables, meats, nuts, whole grains, seafood, and healthy fats.
“It has the most evidence-based background and literature research. It is very healthy for overall cardiovascular health. It is sustainable and affordable for your dietary patterns.”
Classes are free and open to the public. Please click here to register.
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