Schedule of Classes


A Biochemical Approach to Weight Loss  
Starts Spring 2004 (for 3 consecutive Mondays)
Learn a new approach to weight loss that focuses on using high quality, unprocessed whole foods. When these foods are eaten at the right time of the day and in the right combinations, the result is maximum satisfaction, reduced cravings and more even insulin and blood sugar levels. From this we can expect weight loss, and increased energy and vitality. This class is geared towards the person who is finished with dieting and is ready to learn a healthy well- balanced way of eating that he or she can use for the rest of his or her life. The class is also helpful to normal weight individuals who experience low blood sugar levels or intense cravings.  

Class topics and activities include:

•   Reviewing many of the best-selling diet books on the market today and explaining the pros and cons of each.   

•   Discussing how to overcome food cravings and why we crave certain foods, especially chocolate and carbohydrates.

•   Learning the effect food has on our biochemistry, including the effect of insulin resistance and high insulin levels on weight gain and general health.  A;so learning the role of adrenal and thyroid function, allergies, GI health, and neurotransmitter balance in weight loss.

•   Providing an understanding of the problems with low-calorie and low-fat diets.

•   Demonstrating how to differentiate between high quality whole foods that satisfy and reduce cravings, and processed empty-calorie foods that don't. Learn the fine art of label reading.

•   Learning the role of raw foods and food combining in weight loss.

•   Showing how to calculate ideal body weight, waist to hip ratio, % body fat, and protein needs, so participants can monitor their health.  

•   Demonstrating cooking and sprouting techniques to preserve nutrition in food (especially vegetables).

•   Discovering which herbs and supplements may help with weight loss.


Register by calling 970-223-0577


June Konopka, MS, RD is a registered dietitian specializing in natural whole foods diets.  She holds a Masters in Nutritional Sciences from San Diego State University and currently provides nutritional counseling to individuals and groups here in Fort Collins.  







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