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The new year brings a new interest in health & an influx of new diet trends, so how do you know what’s actually good for you and what’s a gimmick? Arm yourself against the fads by learning the basics.
Learn how to evaluate and debunk diet myths, set sustainable goals, truly understand what the nutrition label says, and control your environment. THIS CLASS WILL NOT TELL YOU EXACTLY WHAT TO EAT. Rather, it will teach you about recommended nutritional distribution ranges, the basics of nutrition, tips to break away from disordered eating, and how to maintain sustainable, healthy eating habits so you can stop crash dieting and repair your relationship with food.
About the Instructor:
Rory Martorana is the Community Health Librarian at our Ives branch as well as the Staff Wellness Coordinator for the New Haven Free Public Library system. In addition to her role as an Adult Services Librarian, Rory is an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer and a NASM-Certified Nutrition Coach. She is currently in the process of earning her Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification and a Consumer Health Information specialization from the National Library of Medicine. Rory is passionate about fitness, nutrition, and health equity, which she believes begins with health literacy skills.
AGE GROUP: | Teens (13-17) | Adults (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | Health and Wellness | Education and Lifelong Learning |
The Ives Main Library, designed by renowned architect, Cass Gilbert in 1911, is a cornerstone of the historic New Haven Green. The facility is a community treasure and features unique design details, including several WPA-era murals. Ives is open 54 hours a week, Monday-Saturday, and houses major public service departments for children and teens as well as adult reference, a computer tech center and Ives Squared, a newly renovated space for innovation and entrepreneurship.
2019 Recipient of National Medal for