number of students per session: 15
Overview
The acute inflammatory response is essential as the body’s defense mechanism against harmful agents. However, it must be resolved in time to prevent it from becoming low-grade chronic inflammation, which has been identified as a common factor in several diseases such as cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, obesity, and mental illnesses like major depression. Scientific evidence suggests that chronic low-grade inflammation leads to neuroinflammation, which is associated with depressive symptoms, as it promotes the degradation of tryptophan, the precursor to serotonin—the mood-regulating "happiness molecule."
Unbalanced eating habits can be a key contributor to chronic low-grade inflammation. The solution might lie in what we put on our plate. This workshop offers a practical experience, enabling participants to gain essential knowledge and skills to adopt an anti-inflammatory diet, understanding its concept and influence on well-being and overall health.
Course Aims
1. Understand the concept of inflammation and its effects on the body.
2. Identify anti-inflammatory foods such as fruits, vegetables, omega-3-rich fish, nuts, and more.
3. Learn about the bioactive compounds in these foods and their mechanisms of action.
4. Gain insights into avoiding inflammation-promoting foods and replacing them with healthy alternatives.
5. Apply the knowledge practically with hands-on activities, learning cooking techniques that maximize the benefits of anti-inflammatory foods.
6. Improve participants' diet and overall health.
