Power Foods for the Brain--Food for Life Class

Learn how plant-based foods benefit the brain and may help prevent Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

By Susan Bleyle

Date and time

Sunday, March 23 · 12 - 2pm EDT. Doors at 11:45am

Location

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

780 Timothy Road Athens, GA 30606

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours
Free venue parking

This class will shine a light on the foods and nutrients to prioritize for optimal brain health. Drawing from the book Power Foods for the Brain by Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, the class will guide participants through the research supporting a low-fat plant-based diet for maintaining brain function and minimizing risk for cognitive decline. The class features a cooking demonstration of delicious recipes made from a selection of brain power foods, along with handouts of easy and affordable recipes participants can prepare at home.

The class is offered free of charge. A $15 donation to cover food and materials costs will be greatly appreciated.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to be interested in going vegan to attend?

Absolutely not! While the class discusses the numerous benefits of a fully vegan/plant-based diet, anyone who is interested in adding more plant foods to their plates will benefit.

Is this a single class or part of a series?

This is a single, stand-alone session.

Who created the Food for Life program?

Food for Life is a program of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a non-profit organization with a mission of saving and improving lives through plant-based diets and scientific research. Food for Life is an award-winning nutrition program designed by doctors and dietitians.

Who is teaching the class?

The class will be led by Susan Bleyle, a licensed Food for Life instructor since November 2024. Susan is also an Associate Professor of English at Georgia Gwinnett College, a yoga and Jazzercise instructor, and a certified health and wellness coach.

Organized by

Susan Bleyle