Wednesday, April 22, 11:30am-1:00 pm

Facilitator – Stephanie Danahy from Now You're Cooking in Bath

Spend some time in the kitchen and get inspired. We’ll be learning how to use fun and helpful cooking gadgets and tools that make meal prep easier and more enjoyable.

We’ll make and share a few favorite healthy plant based recipes, including:

• Butternut Squash & Apple Soup
• Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Veggies & Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Hearty Grain Bread

Registration is required, space is limited.

MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, Teaching Kitchen, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, Main Entrance

For more information, call (207) 373-6585.

Aging With Vitality Series

Join us for an open discussion on understanding and embracing the process of aging with intention. Aging is a lifelong journey that encompasses both physical and psychological changes. While it’s often viewed through a lens of decline, it can also provide meaningful opportunities to reflect, change, and grow through choices and mindset. Topics include: 

• Age is A State of Mind 
• New Chapters 
• Are You Thriving? 

Call 207-373-6585 for more information.

Offered as a part of our Pulmonary Rehab program and those looking to improve their breathing skills, this class focuses on enhancing diaphragmatic breathing, posture, and overall vitality.

Call for more information 207-373-6360.

Cardiac Rehabilitation is 24 to 36 one-hour classes and 12 lectures that utilize exercise, education, and support to assist in the cardiovascular system's healing process.

Certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

Covered by Medicare & most insurers.

Referral required by MD or DO.

Culinary Medicine Lectures and cooking demonstrations led by a physician with a focus on Whole Food Plant Based Eating.

Enjoy a presentation from local doctor, learn about the health benefits of some of their favorite foods, and observe a cooking demonstration for several creative recipes.

Call 207-373-6585 for more information.

LOCAL PROVIDERS ADDRESSING IMPORTANT HEALTH TOPICS  

Ongoing series of free talks, classes, demonstrations, and healthy lifestyle options offered by the MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick. 

For more information please call 207-373-6585.

The Healthy Weight for a Lifetime program focuses on creating a long-term solution for weight loss by addressing the emotional, physical, and nutritional issues contributing to obesity. This 10-week mindful living program is set apart due to the multidisciplinary approach that includes:

Nutrition Counseling: Our Registered Dietitian will encourage participants to eat with awareness and define weight and health goals.

Behavioral Health: Our licensed psychotherapist teaches participants to live with awareness while setting realistic goals for lifestyle changes.

Exercise Coaching: Our certified exercise coach helps participants to move with awareness for life-long behavior change.

This physician-supervised program will help participants create a foundation to ensure sustained success and maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle.

Program participants will learn the following:

• Tools to ensure sustained success and maintenance of a healthy weight and lifestyle
• How to develop a healthy body and self-image
• Instruction in meal and exercise planning
• Discover personal barriers or sabotaging behaviors • Identify unhealthy lifestyle patterns with food
• The difference between emotional and physical hunger
• How to set realistic weight and lifestyle goals

Program participants must be 18 years of age or older.

Enrollment requires referral from your primary care physician.

COSTS VARY BASED ON INSURANCE COVERAGE; the program is not currently covered by Medicare or MaineCare.

Call 207-373-6585 for more information.

Monthly education sessions to help graduates continue living an improved lifestyle and to maintain weight loss.

For more information, please call 207-373-6585.