Health Education Lectures

Did you know that many herbs and spices have cancer fighting properties? Syeda Farid, a registered dietitian from Swedish Covenant Hospital and Galter LifeCenter, will discuss the health benefits of common ingredients in Indian cuisine while you enjoy an assortment of appetizers, entrees and desserts from Tiffin Restaurant.

Cost: $25 admission ticket (includes dinner & tax).

In honor of Heart Health Month, Dr. Steve Attanasio, an interventional cardiologist at Swedish Covenant Hospital, will discuss ways to avoid cardiac and vascular diseases, control good and bad cholesterol levels and tips for keeping your ticker happy. A light breakfast will be served.

A diagnosis of Celiac Disease can change your whole lifestyle. Join Dr Kavita Singh, gastroenterologist at Swedish Covenant Hospital, as she provides a medical explanation of this condition. A registered dietitian from Galter LifeCenter will discuss how to develop and maintain a healthy, balanced gluten-free diet, including navigating restaurants and entertaining. This class will be beneficial to those who have this condition, or know someone living with it. Samples and recipes provided by Whole Foods Market. All proceeds benefit Gluten Intolerance Group of Chicago.

Total Control is designed to promote bladder control, better sleep and the active lifestyle you deserve! This ground breaking class goes way beyond Kegel's and is ideal for women who have recently given birth. Come to BellyBum Boutique for this session with a Total Control instructor to learn about how the program works.

Join Michelle Peters, breast health navigator at Swedish Covenant Hospital, as she discusses breast cancer prevention, risk factors, self-exams and the importance of regular screenings.