Did you know that almost 30% of our country’s population is obese? What is the difference between overweight and obesity? What are proteins, carbohydrates, and fats? How do I read the food label? What does BMI mean? How can I use the food pyramid or count my calories? What IS a calorie?! Help! In this fun, informative 2.5 hour workshop, you will learn about important nutrition terms, vitamins your body needs at different ages, and how to make good choices when you eat. Learn to eat right at home AND away from home!

(Presented at Rochester School for the Deaf, March 2001)