Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter CMSA Virtual CEU

The Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter CMSA is teaming up with Brookdale Senior Living on Thursday, August 12 for a virtual CEU. 

The topic is "The Role of Nutrition in Reducing Inflammation in the Body" presented by Sara Casey, RD, CSG, LDN, director of nutrition.

Inflammation serves as our body's defense system to heal and protect us against injuries and sickness. However, chronic, low-grade inflammation can cause, exacerbate or lead to chronic diseases. Nutrition and diet play a crucial role in protecting our bodies from chronic inflammation and disease. This presentation will give an overview of inflammation as it relates to major chronic diseases, discuss pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory dietary components, and review strategies for promoting anti-inflammatory eating patterns with older adults. 

Following this presentation the participant will be able to:

• Define acute and chronic inflammation as well as the relationship to major chronic diseases.
• Identify at least three dietary components that may contribute to increased chronic inflammation.
• List at least three dietary approaches that may help reduce chronic inflammation.
• Describe how to apply anti-inflammatory nutrition strategies in the older adult population.

To see the event flier, visit here. 

This event is FREE to attend and will be held virtually via Zoom. Registration is required here.

For more information, please contact Debra McDonald, events manager for the CMSA Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter, 832.244.9799 or info@houstoncmsa.org.