Food As Medicine

Food As Medicine

Come join Leaders in Women's Health at the Tacoma Urban League for a fun and informative event all about the power of food as medicine! Learn how to make delicious and nutritious meals that can help boost your health and well-being. Our expert speakers will share tips on incorporating healing foods into your daily diet. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the amazing benefits of using food to nourish your body and soul. See you there!

The Black/African American and other communities of color have long been disproportionately affected by diabetes and hypertension. Despite healthcare professionals recommending weight loss, reduced salt and sugar intake, and healthier lifestyles, individuals are often left without the necessary tools to implement these changes. Furthermore, there is a lack of education on what options are available to promote these changes.Please join LIWH and our subject matter experts as we attempt to interrupt generational Diabetes and hypertension. Theses series of workshops will be taught with a cultural lense for and by people who look like you.Learn more about Diabetes, how and why you are at risk, but most importantly, what you can do to stop or prevent Diabetes from happening to you.

$10 Registration Fee covers materials and supplies.
Class Valued at $250

Our facilitators:
Karol Brown MPH, Registered Dietitian
Debbie Saint RN, BSN

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Tacoma Urban League, 2550 South Yakima Ave, Tacoma, United States