Nutrition
The Foundation of Health - Beginner
with Phyllis D. Light, MA & Lori Rose, PhD
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Phyllis D. Light, MA, a fourth-generation herbalist and healer, has studied and worked with herbs, foods, movement, and other healing techniques for over 30 years. She has experience in both clinical and private settings including working in integrative medical clinics. Phyllis believes in the innate healing power of the body and wants to share information on how we can support this process. She is the author of Southern Folk Medicine, Healing Traditions from Appalachian Fields and Forests published by North Atlantic.
Lori Valentine Rose, PhD is a college biology, nutrition, herbal, and wellness instructor, a wife and mother, an organic vegetable, fruit, and medicinal herb gardener, and a passionate Zumba dancer! She loves spreading love and light, and helping others feel awesome on the inside and out so they can live their dreams and make this world more awesome!
This entry-level course is designed for people who want to know how to make wise food and supplement choices that optimally support their health.
What will you learn?
You will learn the basic chemistry and function of the 6 nutrient categories, as well as the uses of common nutritional supplements. You will learn how and why good nutrition is the foundation of health. You will also learn the health effects of nutrient deficiencies and excesses.
This course will cover:
Class outline:
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Central (Chicago)
(some classes may run longer)
Where:
We use the online webinar service, Zoom. Webinar links are sent to enrolled students 2 days, 1 day, and 1 hour prior to class. See the simple instruction on how to attend on our HELP page.
The recording of the class will be available within 2 days of the webinar.
What is the class like?
Classes are held online in a webinar format. Students will view and hear only the teachers and hosts and can participate in the online chat and Q&A.
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Webinar Instructions
The class recording will be here within 2 days of the online class.
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Start at any time! Complete the lessons at your own pace.
Certificates designed and signed by Matthew Wood are available for purchase to those who successfully complete all tests with a passing grade of 70% or better. More details regarding herbal course certificates are here.
Tests are multiple-choice, and multiple attempts are permitted.
If you are tracking hours, see the list of all classes/courses with corresponding accreditation hours.