Griffin Health Offers Free Nutrition Label Education and Cooking Demonstration on May 22
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living is helping individuals eat smarter with a free presentation about nutrition labels and cooking demonstration. Understanding Nutrition Labels will be Thurs., May 22 from 5-6:15 p.m. at the Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen, Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford. This free culinary workshop will feature a discussion by Registered Dietitian Becca Cretella […]
Read More
Understanding Nutrition Labels
Learn why the nutrition labels on food are important to healthy eating and how they can inform you about what is going into your meals with a free cooking demonstration at The Griffin Center for Healthy Living. Registered Dietitian Becca Cretella will explain how to read a nutrition label, portion indications and what to look for when preparing ingredients. Chef […]
Read More
Living Healthy with Diabetes
Living Healthy with Diabetes is a free, six-week diabetes self-management program that engages participants in learning and discussing clinical and lifestyle self-management behaviors to improve their health, blood sugars, emotional wellness, and quality of life. The program integrates trusted information from the National Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes and The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Curriculum to empower individuals […]
Read More
AgeWell at Derby Neck Library
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through AgeWell, a monthly series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions at area senior centered. Periodically, this program will provide nutritionally balanced and delicious food for attendees to enjoy. Uncovering the Mystery of […]
Read More AgeWell at Shelton Senior Center
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through AgeWell, a monthly series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions at area senior centered. Periodically, this program will provide nutritionally balanced and delicious food for attendees to enjoy. Uncovering the Mystery of […]
Read More
AgeWell at Seymour Senior Center
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through AgeWell, a monthly series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions at area senior centered. Periodically, this program will provide nutritionally balanced and delicious food for attendees to enjoy. Uncovering the Mystery of […]
Read More AgeWell at Ansonia Senior Center
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through AgeWell, a monthly series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions at area senior centered. Periodically, this program will provide nutritionally balanced and delicious food for attendees to enjoy. Uncovering the Mystery of […]
Read More
Get Set for a Healthy, Happy Summer with Griffin’s Wellness for Life
Griffin Health is helping individuals get ready for an active and healthy summer – and beyond – with its Wellness for Life program this Spring. Wellness for Life is a 12-week lifestyle change program designed to empower individuals to take ownership of their health with Lifestyle Medicine knowledge and skills. The program focuses on hands-on, personalized health education, featuring one-on-one […]
Read More
Healthy Eating On The Go
Eat better on the go with a free cooking demonstration at The Griffin Center for Healthy Living. Registered Dietitian Becca Cretella about healthy meal options when you need a quick bite. Executive Chef Daryeal Murphy will then demonstrate how to make Chicken Lettuce Wraps, which help hydrate the body, won’t trigger sluggish blood sugar spikes like bread sandwiches, and are […]
Read More
Take the Burn Out of Acid Reflux
By Michael Lipcan, MD, Chief of Gastroenterology, and Griffin Health Communications & Public Affairs Intern Celina Daigle Acid reflux is a common condition that affects millions of people, often causing discomfort and disrupting daily life. Also known as “heartburn,” this health condition may be normal after a heavy meal, but can become chronic for some and cause complications. Understanding the causes, symptoms, […]
Read More