Eat mindfully and live vibrantly! This non-diet, intuitive eating weight management program helps you to tune into your body so you can stop dieting and start living!

In this class, you will:

• Finally understand why diets don't work for you or most other people
• Discover simple yet powerful internal tools for knowing when, what and how much to eat
• Find out how to eat the foods you love without guilt - and without bingeing
• Stop obsessing about food, eating and your weight and free yourself to live the full life you deserve
  
• Learn the truth about nutrition without confusing, arbitrary rules
  
• Never again exercise to earn food or punish yourself for eating
  
• Boost your metabolism and increase your energy and fitness painlessly
  
• Nourish your body, mind and spirit to build your health, energy and joy

Coaching add-on option - New! -

Participants can choose to pay a discounted rate for 10 individual 30 minute telephonic coaching sessions if purchased at the same time as class registration. Optional coaching sessions are provided by class leader, Lisa Nielson, M.A.

Why coaching?

One-on-one coaching sessions will help you move forward with your weight management goals and accomplish more during and after your "Am I Hungry®" course. As you focus on a new ways of managing your weight, your coach will be there to provide positive reinforcement, advice, additional information and support at every step. Because coaching sessions are handled over the phone, they are convenient and easy to add in to your schedule, giving you an added boost to help you accomplish important lifestyle changes.

To register:

Choose a session and register online:

• Fall day session:
  11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Thursdays, Sep 17 - Nov 5, 2009
• Fall evening session:
  6 - 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Sep 24 - Nov 18, 2009
  (NO CLASS 11/11/09)
  Registration for this session coming soon through PCC

Online Introductory Class

Not sure if Am I Hungry program is right for you? You can learn more and get to know the instructor in a free, online class: Introduction to Mindful Weight Management.
Learn more.

Fall day session:
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Thursdays, 09/24-11/12

COMING SOON:
Fall evening session with registration through PCC
6-7:30 p.m., Wednesdays 9/23/09 through 11/18/09 (NO CLASS 11/11/09)

Location: OHSU Center for Women's Health
Rudd Conference Room
Kohler Pavilion 7th floor

Fee for class only: $150
($125 for OHSU employees)

Fee for class and 10 coaching sessions: $350 ($325 for OHSU employees)

Class leader and health coach

This class is lead by Lisa Nielson, M.A., Certified Wellness Coach, Licensed Am I Hungry® Facilitator and Manager of Health Education Resources at the OHSU Center for Women's Health.

Click here to find out more about the Am I Hungry?® program

A person with pre-diabetes is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes as well as other medical conditions. The good news is there are simple steps you can take to reduce your risk.

To learn how to reduce your risk, attend our one session pre-diabetes course soon!

Classes are held one Tuesday each month, call to find out more!

To register for an upcoming course or find more courses for individuals with type 1 or 2 diabetes, please call 503 494-3273.

Date and time: Classes are held one Tuesday each month

Place:
Harold Schnitzer Diabetes Health Center at OHSU

Fee: We charge a nominal fee of $25 for this program.

Contact:
For more information and to register, please call 503 494-3273

Why don't diets last for me? Isn't there a better way to manage my weight without guilt and deprivation? Lisa Nielson, M.A., C.W.C., will introduce the eating cycle- a way to understand the decisions we make around food. This teleclass will also introduce the Am I Hungry?® workshop. Nielson is a Certified Wellness Coach and manager of Health Education Resources at Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women's Health.

TELECLASS Information

This class is a TELLECLASS and will be conducted over the phone. A call in phone number and instructions will be emailed to you the week before class begins. You can call from any phone to participate. Long distance charges may apply.

Choose a date to register online for this class:

• August 25, 2009
• September 9, 2009

Dates and times:
Aug 25, 2009
Sep 9, 2009

Time: Noon - 1 p.m.

Place:
This class will be conducted over the phone

Leader:
Lisa Nielson, M.A., Certified Wellness Coach

Fee: FREE
(long distance phone charges may apply)

These topics help you improve your cooking and nutrition in three different areas. Each class is $30 or register for the whole series for $69. All classes meet at the OHSU Center for Women's Health. Register for the complete series or choose from below and register for a session individually.

Healthy Fats and Oils

Fats and oils are an important part of healthy, balanced eating. Gather basic information on the protective and enriching effects of food-based fats. Answer your questions about organic certified oils, omega-3 fatty acids, and “good” fats. Acquire cooking ideas and tips and taste delicious recipes that incorporate nutrient-dense fats and oils.
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2009 6:30-8:30 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 – 26804 $30

Fall Session - Including All Three Below for $59

Register for this series through PCC starting August 3.

Going Nuts

Tired of trail mix and nuts as just a snack? Discover ways to incorporate nuts and seeds into main courses. Learn the benefits of these nutritious powerhouses from expert registered dietitians. Includes cooking demos, sampling and recipes.
Date: 10/1/09
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $25
Registration available after August 3.

Back to Our Roots

Reach deeply into the world of root vegetables and tubers! Create daily meals out of this season’s best. Prepare and taste delicious recipes for every day and special occasions. Includes cooking demos, sampling and recipes.
Date: 11/5/09
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $25
Registration available after August 3.

Sweet Truth About Sweeteners

What's the difference? Get the facts on natural sweeteners and how to use them in the kitchen. Learn from registered dietitians about the body's response. Compare maple syrup, rice syrup, agave and others with interactive cooking demos.
Date: 12/5/09
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $25
Registration available after August 3.

Location:
OHSU Center for Women's Health
Rudd Conference Room
Kohler Pavilion 7th floor

Fee: $59 for three sessions or $25 for each session (see links to the left)

Speakers: OHSU Dieticians

Register through PCC

This series is brought you you by a special partnership between OHSU and PCC.

Registration: Register online for the Fresh and Healthy Cooking Series (registration for fall series available after August 3)

These classes show you how you can save money and save environmental resources by helping your family "Grow up Green." This interactive class series explores the simplicity of creating an eco-health environment for you and your family.

Each class offers instructions as well as take-home tools to use ongoing.

Fall Session - Including All Four Below for $89

Register for this series through PCC starting August 3.

Green Cleaner Kit

Wondering what to do with your last pinch of baking soda or splash of vinegar? Satisfy your budget and your desire to create cleaners through the use of non-toxic ingredients. Participants leave with a recipe book and three green cleaners.
Date: 9/22/09
Time: 7-9 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $35
Registration available after August 3.

Homemade Baby Food Kit

Take advantage of the bountiful Pacific Northwest! Explore the fundamentals of making baby food while addressing the importance of establishing eco-healthy eating habits from the start. Participants leave with a homemade baby food kit.
Date: 9/29/09
Time: 7-9 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $35
Registration available after August 3.

Organic Baby Care Kit

Ensure an eco-healthful start. Learn the basics of making baby care products through the use of natural, organic and sustainable ingredients. Participants leave with a recipe book and three organic baby care products, including baby wipes.
Date: 10/6/09
Time: 7-9 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $35
Registration available after August 3.

Naturally Beautiful Kit

Beauty is more than skin deep. Learn the basics of making personal care products through the use of natural, organic and sustainable ingredients. Leave with a recipe book and three naturally beautiful products, including body tonic.
Date: 10/13/09
Time: 7-9 p.m.
PCC Information: CED 0400 $35
Registration available after August 3.

Location:
OHSU Center for Women's Health
Rudd Conference Room
Kohler Pavilion 7th floor

Fee: $89 for four sessions or $35 for each session (see links to the left)

Speakers: Stephanie Horace, Certified Health Education Specialist and Wellness Coach

Register through PCC

This series is brought you you by a special partnership between OHSU and PCC.

Registration: Register online for this series after August 3

During a 6-week workshop, you will learn real-life skills for living a full, healthy life with a chronic condition. This course is recommended for people with all different chronic conditions and their family or friends. Chronic conditions include diabetes, asthma, depression, anxiety, heart disease, and other ongoing health concerns.

Classes are fun and interactive. Participants share their successes and build a common source of support. The workshop builds confidence around managing health, staying active, and enjoying life. Participants can anticipate door prizes and fun activities that will encourage motivation and renewed energy.

Class leaders are trained in the evidence-based Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) method developed by Stanford University.

A class fee of $30 covers 6 sessions and any class materials.

Group sizes are limited and pre-registration is required. Please register as soon as possible.

The Oregon Department of Human Services supports Living Well workshops
Click here to see Oregon “Changing Our Lives” Video. en Español

Fall session:
6-7:30 p.m., Wed, Oct 7 - Nov 14, 2009

Place:
Center for Women's Health, Peter O. Kohler Pavilion, 7th floor

Fee: $30

Register online
for the Living Well Workshop or call
503 418-4506.

Newer dietary approaches and the increasing investigation of functional foods have only enhanced the role diet plays in reducing heart disease risk.  This class covers current evidence-based diet recommendations.  The role of functional foods, supplements and physical activity in preventing heart disease will be discussed as well. 

Knowing what is best for us and doing what is best for us can sometimes be challenging.  This class will use the power of group interaction to help us uncover our obstacles and strategize the steps that make the most sense in moving towards better heart health.

Come and join this interactive class for taste testing, group discussion, and motivation to improve heart health!

Class Leaders

Christie Naze, R.D., C.D.E.
Lisa Nielson, M.A., Certified Wellness Coach

Date: TBA, Please email for more info

Location:
OHSU Center for Women's Health
Rudd Conference Room
Kohler Pavilion 7th floor

Fee: $45

OHSU Center for Women's Health announces a new program for parents and caregivers of young adolescent girls. BodyWorks, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women's Health, focuses on helping girls ages 9 to 13 and their families create healthier lifestyles.

The BodyWorks program provides parents with the tools and support they need to create healthy lifestyles for their children. Parents who enroll in the BodyWorks program will receive a BodyWorks toolkit and will attend regular group meetings to help maintain behavior change. The toolkit serves as a guide to creating an overall healthy lifestyle. It includes a video on healthy shopping and cooking strategies, a recipe book, food and fitness journals, a weekly meal planner refrigerator magnet and more.

Please call 503 418-4506 for more information and to inquire about future dates.

Dates: TBA, Please call 503 418-4506 for more information

Place:
Wilcox Conference Room, Center for Women's Health, Peter O. Kohler Pavilion, 7th floor

Leader: Bernie Delaney, C.H.E.S.

Fee: Free