WVPCN Healthy Living Program

Obesity Clinic Nutrition Classes   

Daily activity tips and weight-loss strategies offered at every session. Patients are encouraged to attend all six sessions and can start during any week as the classes repeat every six sessions. Attend one class or attend all. 

To register or inquire about these classes, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3). 

Next available dates:

January 24 (10:30-11:30 am)

February 14, 28 (10:30-11:30 am)

March 14, 28 (10:30-11:30 am)

Description of Each Session 

SESSION 1: Ingredients for Success

How and what we eat is complex. Each person has a unique story based on their genetics, learned behaviors, experiences and environment. Understanding what influences your personal food decisions is the cornerstone to making simple, sustainable choices that will lead to long-lasting change. 

SESSION 2: High Impact Habits

Big sweeping lifestyle changes are often impossible to keep up. Rather than a complete overhaul, learn how focusing on 5 key habits can get you started in the right direction.

SESSION 3: The Nitty-Gritty of Nutrition

Food information is everywhere. This class peels back the labels' layers and digs into what you need to know on a nutrition label and how key nutrients affect your health.

SESSION 4: Finding the Sweet Spot

All foods fit. Indulgences are a part of healthy and happy eating. Explore how to enjoy treats and special occasions while still honoring your health goals.

SESSION 5: Plan, Prepare, Enjoy!

You know what to do. But how do you do it? We cover how important food skills like meal planning,  prepping and cooking keep you on the right track. 

SESSION 6: Recipe for Lasting Change

Healthy eating starts at the grocery store. Discuss the best choices at the grocery store to help you save time, eat well and save money. This session finishes with a summary of resoures and tips to help you maintain your goals and set you up for lasting success. 

Heart Health Class

This class will provide you with a greater understanding of what hypertension and dyslipidemia are and what factors cause them, as well as effective ways to control and treat them. Learn how your diet and medication work to lower your blood pressure and cholesterol to improve your Heart Health.   

To register or inquire about this class, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3). 

Next available dates:

February 8

March 8

3:30-5:00 pm for all dates

3-Session Smoking Cessation Classes

Participants will get help to quit smoking from one of our pharmacists. All three lessons are required to complete the class.

To register or inquire about this class, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3). 

Next available dates:

February 2, 9, 16

March 2, 9, 16

6:00-7:30 pm for all dates