Nutrition

Nutrition Program

The overall goal of TAIBU's nutrition program is to promote healthier eating habits and lifestyles in people of all age groups. We provide individual consultation to support clients with modified diets.The program uses a combination of group information sessions and one-to-one counseling to increase awareness of the implications of having poor dietary habits. Participants/clients become more aware of the links between nutrition and health, increase their understanding of individual dietary requirements, and become more confident in meals selections. Participants/clients learn to plan balanced meals and the importance of having family involved at mealtimes. This will help in better selection and preparation of healthy meals for themselves and their families.

Program Outcomes

• Support individuals in making healthy choices
• Promote behavior change related to food choices, eating habits and food preparation methods to promote better health.
• Increase client confidence in managing chronic disease such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity that can better managed through proper diet
• Increase participant or client confidence in affordable grocery shopping in the current food environment.
• Increase understanding of how to read food labels
• Raise awareness of food sources for certain nutrients and compounds important for health
• Develop culturally relevant tools and resources
• Provide opportunities for increasing food preparation skills through community kitchens and food skills workshops

For more information call 416 644 3536