Willow Grove GIANT announces nutritionist class schedule for June

Mary Ann Moylan, RD, LDN, CDE, in-store nutritionist at the Willow Grove GIANT Food Store announces the June schedule of classes. Classes meet within the Willow Grove GIANT at 315 York Road. All of these classes are free, but registration is required by calling 215-784-1960.

The June schedule of classes includes:

Dairy, calcium and vitamin D update, Thursday, June 1, 1 – 2 p.m.

Meets in the Cooking School; Free; Adults; Registration required

June is Dairy Month! How much calcium should we have daily and what foods contain the most calcium? What if we are lactose-intolerant? Is it safe to consumer more calcium than is recommended? Come hear Mary Ann discuss the latest information on these very important issues, plus try some calcium-rich dairy foods in our Cooking School.

Decoding food labels, Thursday, June 22, 1 – 2 p.m.

Meets in the Cooking School; Free; Adults; Registration required

Let’s compare what is on the product packaging to the nutrition facts label. Then, learn how to interpret the nutrition facts label. Mary Ann will show us her favorite products and offer samples.

Grilling for the 4th of July, Thursday, June 29, 1 – 2 p.m.

Meets in the Cooking School; Free; Adults; Registration required

How safe is grilling? Mary Ann and Chef Dan will discuss proper grilling techniques for meats, veggies and starches. Then, we’ll sample some of these delicious, nutritious foods in our Cooking School.

In addition, if you need help losing weight or managing a health condition or food allergy, you can also schedule an individual consultation with Mary Ann. Individual consultations are $20 and participants receive back a $20 GIANT gift card upon completion. Call 215-784-1960 and follow prompts for the nutritionist or email maryann.moylan@giantmartins.com.