[StBernard] St Bernard Health Center offers Tips on Healthy Holiday Eating

[Westley Annis]

St. Bernard Health Center’s Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Team will be
at the Community Center of St Bernard, 1107 LeBeau St, Arabi, on
Thursday, November 19 and Tuesday, November 24 from 10 AM until noon
to help families learn how to eat healthy and manage their blood sugar
during the holiday season.

On November 19 the team members will discuss how to successfully
monitor blood sugar and manage diabetes. This information is
especially important during the holidays when those watching their
blood sugar may find themselves tempted by candy canes, Christmas
cookies and other sugary treats.  Residents will be able to get free
blood sugar screenings and receive brochures with “Tips for monitoring
blood sugars and meal plans.” 

Then on November 24, the Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Team will return
with helpful hints on how to modify traditional holiday recipes to
make them more healthy and flavorful. The team will also discuss how
to use proper portion sizes to avoid overeating during the holiday
season, and pass out flyers on “Tips for healthy holiday eating and
appropriate servings."

For more information about nutrition and healthy eating, please phone
the St Bernard Health Center at 504.281.2832 or 504.281.2825. For
questions about the Mustard Seed Food Pantry or the Food For Seniors
programs at the Community Center of St Bernard, please phone the
Community Center office at 504.281.2512.