Upcoming Events

• Vegan Grilling with Alana Sugar

  Wednesday, May 30th

  6:00 PM - 7:15 PM | Details

  Let’s get the grill going beyond typical Memorial Day fare with some healthy vegan options! Alana will put together a grilled tofu & pineapple sandwich, grilled red pepper green salad, and homemade raw banana ice cream. Class is free. Prior registration required at customer service.  

• PCRM - Food for Life: The Cancer Project - Intro to How Foods Fight Cancer

  Saturday, June 2nd

  9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Details

  Join us for the PCRM - Food for Life: The Cancer Project series taught by a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) certified instructor. Class is free but prior registration with Customer Service is required, please call 301-657-1520 or email Sally Lukash at sally.lukash@wholefoods.com to secure a seat. Class limit is 50. Lecture and small recipe sampling is included with each class. Introduction to How Foods Fight Cancer Certain diet patterns seem to have a major effect in helping people diagnosed with cancer to live longer, healthier lives. The National Cancer Institute research shows that as much as 50 percent of cancer risk may be related to diet. In this class, you will learn about the right food choices that can help reduce the risk of developing cancer as well as overcome the disease after it has been diagnosed.  

• PCRM - Food for Life: The Cancer Project - Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods & Favoring Fiber (two classes)

  Saturday, June 9th

  9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Details

  Join us for the PCRM - Food for Life: The Cancer Project series taught by a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) certified instructor. Class is free but prior registration with Customer Service is required, please call 301-657-1520 or email Sally Lukash at sally.lukash@wholefoods.com to secure a seat. Class limit is 50. Lecture and small recipe sampling is included with each class. Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods   Steering clear of meat, dairy products, fried foods, and other fatty fare is an important first step in preventing and surviving cancer. Dietary fat not only hinders the immune system, it also drives hormone production, which can result in higher rates of hormone-related cancers such as breast and prostate cancer. The easiest way to be healthy is to build your meals from foods that are naturally low in fat and to use cooking methods that do not require added fats or oils. In this class, you will learn how to prepare delicious, low-fat dishes made from whole grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruits. Favoring Fiber  Fiber helps your body rid itself of toxins, waste hormones, excess cholesterol, chemicals, and other undesirables. Without fiber in the diet, these excess compounds can get reabsorbed into the bloodstream, leading to a possible increased risk of cancer growth. Additionally, fiber is especially important in helping the immune system function properly as well as facilitating the removal of waste from the body. Building your diet from fiber-rich plant foods is important for cancer prevention and survival as well as overall health. In this class, enjoy a fiber-rich meal as you work toward your goal of 40 grams of fiber per day.

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