Speaking of Food…
People love talking about food – and I couldn’t be happier to help bring that conversation to your event.
Get in touch today to plan a fun, interactive nutrition workshop packed with hands-on activities, engaging discussion, and practical takeaways you can feel good about.
What to Expect
Before
- Prompt, professional communication and replies.
- A phone consultation ahead of your event so I can understand how to best serve you and your audience.
- Menu selection assistance if needed.
- An event announcement on my blog and social media channels (for public events seeking additional reach and visibility).
During
- An entertaining, interactive workshop tailored to your audience.
- Extended availability at a subsequent meal or vendor booth for informal discussions with attendees.
After
- Attendee access to a webpage created exclusively for your audience – including details from the presentation and recipes, articles, and relevant additional information.
- A post-event debrief to ensure expectations are met and allow you to share feedback with me.
Length
- 1-2 hours, customized to your needs. More time means more hands-on activities, examples, and time for discussion.
- Participant evaluations often request longer sessions, so if you can fit it in your schedule, I recommend closer to 2 hours.
Speaking Fee
- $500 for one of the topics below, customized to your timeframe and group’s focus.
- $500-$1000 for a topic outside of these, depending on the topic. Contact me to discuss your plans.
Most Requested Topics
Dietary guidance for heart health is challenging, due to the long-term nature of the disease but short duration of most clinical trials. We examine the guidelines and evidence around three of today’s hotly debated topics — the role of saturated fat, the ketogenic diet, and intermittent fasting.
Knowing how to reliably get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less can help you cook more and order takeout less. We’ll talk about tips and tricks for heart-healthy cooking when you’re short on time and energy, as well as minimally-processed convenience foods I used in my 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook.
Are you concerned about blood pressure? Let’s talk about salt, sodium, and how to reduce your intake while still enjoying flavourful foods. We’ll also explore DASH and other plant-centric eating patterns that have been shown to lower blood pressure as well as LDL cholesterol.
Do you travel a lot or eat on the go around town? Heart-healthy restaurant food can be tough to find, but some choices are more nutritious than others. Join me as we explore restaurant menus and discuss strategies to can help you fuel up and feel your best when you’re away from home.
Are you dragging by 3pm? Do you want to be more productive, alert, and energetic? Join me for an interactive session to sort myth from reality in the confusing world of eating for energy. Learn which foods and eating habits can fight fatigue and get you through the day feeling great.
Have you been advised to lose weight? Join us for a supportive and surprising discussion about weight and heart health. We’ll talk about why dieting sets you up for failure and how you can optimize your health without the ups and downs.
Consuming too much sugar on a regular basis can increase your risk of some health problems, but on the other hand, restricting sugar can trigger cravings and impair our relationship with food. Learn how much is recommended, where it’s found, and strategies for addressing cravings. Knowledge is power. Let’s relax and enjoy eating again.
Do you get enough protein? Do you get it throughout the day, to help slow down age-related muscle loss, keep your blood sugar steady and keep from getting too hungry? Are you getting it from foods that support heart health? Join me for a discussion of the latest research and practical protein pointers.
Cheryl is an exceptional speaker; immediately connects with the audience, provides actionable content, and tailors presentation content to the audience’s level of understanding. Always a pleasure to work with her.
Mastoora Rizai
Libin Cardiovascular Institute
