Heart Healthy Eating: Facts and Fiction
Feb. 14, 2023
12 to 1 p.m., MT | Zoom Webinar | Free
Valentine’s Day is usually about pampering your loved ones, or perhaps winning over the heart of that special someone. But when is the last time you thought about how you’re taking care of your own heart health?
In this presentation, Dr. Dana Olstad, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the Cumming School of Medicine, will provide the latest science-backed evidence on dietary patterns that promote heart health to help you distinguish fact from fiction.
Join us in showing a little love to your own heart this Valentine’s Day!
About the Speaker
Dr. Dana Olstad, PhD, associate professor at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary
Dr. Dana Olstad is a registered dietitian and an associate professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences. Her research program investigates the impact of policy on socioeconomic inequities in diet quality and health. She is currently leading several randomized controlled trials to examine the impact of healthy food subsidies on the dietary patterns, food insecurity risk, and mental and physical health of adults with low incomes.
About the Moderator
Dr. Justine Dowd, PhD, Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, and wholistic health coach
Dr. Justine Dowd specializes in behavioural medicine interventions for people with symptoms related to gastrointestinal health issues. She runs evidence-based online programs to help people gain control of their health and wellness and improve their symptom control so they can get back to living well. These programs involve a balanced combination of diet, exercise, self-compassion and knowledge; all of which can drastically improve the quality of life of those living with ongoing gut health issues. Drawing on research, experience and intuitive wisdom, it’s Justine’s mission to empower others to optimize their digestive health and enjoy their best life!