Our Programs

Recent Programs

At “Eating for Your Health,” we are passionate about fostering a culture of healthy eating and empowering individuals to make nutritious choices – all in a non-judgmental environment.

Over the years, our programs have provided the resources and guidance for hundreds of eaters to improve their eating habits, leading them to a life where they can more effectively fuel their bodies and minds.

Here are a few programs recently delivered in collaboration with our Community Partners.

Helping the Homeless, Newark, NJ in collaboration with the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School – “What’s on Your Plate” and Tasting
Henry J. Austin Health Center All-Staff Meeting and Bi-Annual Training Session – What’s On Your Plate and Preparing for the Holiday Eating Season
Millhill Child & Family Development High School Students – Snacks that Feed Your Body & Brain
Thomas Glasser Caregivers Center at Overlook Medical Center (part of the Atlantic Health System) – Healthy Eating on the Go for Caregivers
Byrne Seminar to Freshman Students at Rutgers University – What’s on Your Plate and a modified version of the Healthy Eating Challenge

Programs Held in 2024

January
January 10 – Common Threads, Brooklyn, NY
January 10 – Dress for Success via Zoom
January 11 – Newly Destined Homeless Shelter, Newark, NJ
January 10 – Healthy Eating Challenge
January 25 – Common Threads

February
February 6 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Jared, Trenton, NJ
February 8 – Bethany House Dinner, Trenton, NJ
February 12 – Keeping It Simple Dinner with Amy Frankel, Monroe Township, NJ
February 15 – Newly Destined Homeless Shelter, Newark, NJ
February 21 – Sugarless Event with Nicole Avena
February 28 – Helping the Homeless Homeless Shelter, Newark, NJ

March
March 7 – Guest Lecture at Professor CS Yang’s Class at Rutgers –
March 11 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Jared, Trenton, NJ
March 12 – At the Table Meeting in Princeton, NJ – Sarah Pipher and Anne Macaulay
March 19 – Presentation at NJ Regional Chronic Disease Coalition
March 19 – Dinner at Eno Terra Honoring Dr. Adi Benito

April
April 7 – Spring Healthy Eating Challenge
April 9 – Health Fair at PROCEED, Elizabeth, NJ
April 16 – Presentation at Montgomery Township Public Library – Garden that Feeds You
April 19 – Luncheon Presentation with Nancy Scott and Disordered Eating Counselors
April 24 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Jared, Trenton, NJ

May
May 1 – Keeping It Simple Dinner with Amy Frankel, Monroe Township, NJ
May 2 – Princeton Mercer Chamber of Commerce – NonProfit Table
May 9 – Princeton Mercer Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Symposium Table
May 14 – Common Threads Program, Brooklyn, NY
May 17 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Jared, Trenton, NJ
May 22 – Health Fair at PROCEED, Elizabeth, NJ
May 23 – Presentation at Wildflower Farm for Homeworks Trenton

June
June 1 – West Windsor Arts Council Art Walk Table
June 3 – Healthy Snacking for Teens – North Plainfield Public Library
June 11 – Strike Out Hunger Table
June 11 – Regional Chronic Disease Coalition Meeting
June 12 – Present Day Club Presentation
June 18 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Jared, Trenton, NJ
June 17 – Savor the Season: Cooking Fresh & Healthy with Stephanie Lett at Aunt Chubby’s Luncheonette
June 20 – Health Fair at PROCEED, Elizabeth, NJ

July
July 9 – Union County Health Department – Presentation at Pine Hall Seniors
July 10 – Dress for Success – Eat Smart
July 16 – Big Flavors – Cooking with Amy O’Donnell at Mrs. Gs Appliances
July 29 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Jared, Trenton, NJ

August
August 16 – Princeton Corridor Rotary Lunch with Jeremy Deck

September
September 10 – Newly Destined Homeless Shelter, Newark, NJ
September 13 – Joy at Work Presentation at Rutgers with Mary Wagner
September 19 – Workwell Partnership Program with Chef Michelle, Trenton, NJ
September 20 – MCRC Community Reentry Roundtable Meeting
September 25 – Justice Impacted Resource Fair – Cure Arena, Trenton, NJ

October
October 2 – Pine Environmental Wellness Fair, Windsor, NJ
October 7 – Byrne Seminar Presentation, Rutgers New Brunswick, NJ
October 8 – Hamilton Rotary Presentation, Hamilton, NJ
October 10 – Union County Health Dept, Nora Gardens Presentation
October 10 – Union County Health Dept, Schaeffer Gardens Presentation
October 22 – Keeping It Simple Dinner with Amy Frankel, Monroe Township, NJ
October 23 – Newly Destined Homeless Shelter, Newark, NJ
October 31 – Workwell Partnership Program with Marion cooking, Trenton, NJ

November

Programs Held in 2023 (E4YH)

Workshops focus on food and health-related topics and often involve food demonstrations with presenters who have expertise in their fields.

Here are a few examples of topics:

EFYH Community Events
1. New Year Healthy Eating Challenge – January 12
2. At the Table with Sarah and Kim – February 15
3. Cooking on a Budget – February 23
4. At the Table with Sarah and Kim March – 15
5. Lunch Meeting – Inflammation & Autoimmune Issues May 02
6. Dietary Guidelines – Possible Benefits to Us and the Planet – May 09
7. Lunch Meeting –Inflammation & Autoimmune Issues – June 06
8. How to Reduce Exposure to Environmental Chemicals – June 15
9. Insulin Resistance: What it is and Why it Matters – June 28
10. Eating for Your Health – Lunch Meeting – Immune Support – July 18
11. Eating for Your Health – Dinner Meeting – Keep it Simple – August 16
12. Lunch Meeting – Inflammation & Autoimmune Issues – August 22
13. Unraveling Facts & Myths about Vitamins & Supplements – August 23
14. Founder’s Day Celebration – September 13
15. Lunch Meeting – Inflammation & Autoimmune Issues – September 19
16. Mindful Morsels – Healthy Eating Challenge – October 01
17. Hormones and Antibiotics- October 19
18. Lunch Meeting –Inflammation & Autoimmune Issues – October 24
19. Thanksgiving: Lower the Carbs without Lowering the Taste – November 08

Programs with Community Partners

Chronic disease affects all communities, and we know that some racial and ethnic groups have a higher incidence of chronic disease and an increased incidence of related complications.

To reach diverse audiences, we partner with various community partners.

2023 Programs
1. Sweet Tooth Bitter Truth. In collaboration with Princeton Public Library (via zoom) –
January 11, 2023
2. Snacks that Feed Your Body & Brain, for Millhill Child & Family Development –
March 02, 2023
3. Nutrition for Brain Health – Partner – Alzheimer’s Association – March 14, 2023
4. Caregiver Outreach – Partner – Go to Professionals – March 14, 2023
5. Healthy Eating on a Budget – Hickory Corner Branch – Mercer County Library – May 16, 2023
6. What’s on Your Plate – Whole Health Learning Collaborative, State of New Jersey Dept of Human Services, Div of Mental Health & Addiction Services – May 30, 2023
7. What’s on Your Plate – Partner – Homeworks Trenton, Outdoor Equity Alliance, and Wildflower Organic Farm – June 16, 2023
8. Montgomery Township School District Staff/Faculty Health Fair – June 22, 2023
9. Regional Chronic Disease Coalition – Middlesex & Union County – June 27, 2023
10. Staying on Track During the Summer Picnic Season – Partner Somerset County Library – July 06, 2023
11. Kitchen Cabinet Meetings – Princeton Public Schools – July 7, 2023
12. Healthy Eating On the Go – Ways to Fuel Your Body & Brain – Partner Atlantic Health – July 12, 2023
13. What’s on Your Plate and Cook-along WILO Homes for People w Developmental Disabilities – July 17, 2023
14. Tasty Greens – Salads, Slaws and Dressings – Partner Somerset County Library System – August 14, 2023
15. Henry J. Austin Health Center – What’s On Your Plate – Staff Meeting – September 18, 2023
16. Henry J. Austin Health Center – Managing the Holiday Eating Season – Staff Training – October 18, 2023
17. What’s on Your Plate and Tasting – Helping the Homeless, Newark, NJ – October 26, 2023

Recurring Programs with Community Partners
1. What’s on Your Plate Presentation in Collaboration with Workwell (9 sessions)
2. Homefront – Teaching Kitchen (5 sessions)
3. Premier Research – Dr. Jane Rohlf, Trenton NJ (6 sessions)
4. Trenton Parent Connect Summit (4/1, 4/29, 5/13)e

Public Relations & Media Events

1. “Why Soup” Handouts for Strike Out Hunger – partnering with Mercer County United Way – June 2023
2. Age Out Angels Radio Show July 2023
3. Multicultural Expo – Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce – June 2023

Sourcing Health Locally – An event where farmers, eaters, cooks, health advocates and medical practitioners come together to discuss how food sourcing can affect the course of one’s life.