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Food -- an integral part of our lives, culture, celebrations and holidays -- has a tremendous impact on our health. Therefore we need to become more conscious of and knowledgeable about making healthy food choices. At BestHealth, our cooking demonstration kitchen helps us educate the community. Tantalizing dishes that are also good for you are prepared by guest chefs and registered dietitians, with recipes provided to class participants. For sample recipes, click on the link below.
To register:

The following are held at BestHealth in Hanes Mall and require pre-registration. To register on-line, click the checkbox next to the program(s) you want to attend. Scroll to the bottom of the page, complete the registration form and click “Submit.” You will receive a confirmation by e-mail. Please submit a separate registration form for each additional person. To register by phone, call Health On-Call®at 336-716-2255 or 800-446-2255.
Inclement Weather Policy:

If Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools are closed due to weather, BestHealth events are cancelled.
 Date/TimeNameDescriptionStatus
5/15/2008 6:00:00 PM Books & Cooks, Paula Deen Chef Nikki Miller-Ka presents the taste of your favorite southern dishes inspired by Savannah’s Paula Deen, but without the added fat, salt and sugar. Recipes and samples provided. Class is from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. open
5/20/2008 5:15:00 PM Load Up on Carbs Training regimens use food and exercise to boost energy and metabolism for maximum sport performance. Alex Swain of Whole Foods Market® presents recipes and samples of healthy carbs that provide a much needed energy boost. Class is from 5:15 to 6:45 pm. open
5/22/2008 6:00:00 PM Food for the Run BestHealth registered dietitian and certified personal trainer Dayle Fuentes presents helpful ideas to enhance your training, and demonstrates an example of a pre-event meal. Class is from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. open
5/31/2008 2:00:00 PM Packing on the Protein Chef Thomas Lantz presents recipes and samples of protein-rich food selections that help increase muscle strength and endurance. Class is from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Full
6/3/2008 5:30:00 PM Flavorful Fish Fish is a healthy alternative to meat. Join Alex Swain of Whole Foods Market® for recipes and samples of fish such as salmon and halibut, which are in season and ready for cooking! Class is from 5:30 to 7 pm. Full
6/12/2008 6:00:00 PM Low Country Cooking Barry Moody takes wholesome dishes that bring back memories of home and transforms them into healthy and creative new varieties. Recipes and samples provided. Class is from 6 to 7:30 pm. open
6/14/2008 11:00:00 AM A California Fresh Trifle Treat Enjoy California Fresh Catering’s delicious and guilt-free version of a strawberry and whipped cream trifle. Recipe and samples provided. Class is from 11 am to 12:30 pm. For BestHealth members only. open
6/18/2008 3:00:00 PM Entertaining Health Nuts Do you have health-conscious friends you'd like to impress with your culinary magic? Chef Ernest Knight has some simple, but delightful, treats for you to sample and try at home. Class is from 3 to 4:30 pm. open
6/20/2008 12:00:00 PM Passion for Picnics Eating healthily is always rewarding, but doing so while enjoying the outdoors is even better! Chef Nikki Miller-Ka presents great recipes for your picnic basket. Samples included. Class is from 12 to 1:30 pm. open
6/24/2008 3:00:00 PM Cooking in the Season Join Chef Nikki Miller-Ka for recipes and samples that highlight the splendor of healthy, seasonal fare. Recipes and samples provided. Class is from 3 to 4:30 pm. open
6/28/2008 2:00:00 PM How Do You Like Your Fish? Join Traci Latta to sample fish made with a variety of cooking methods, and learn how to prepare dishes that are both flavorful and healthy. Recipes and samples provided. Class is from 2 to 3:30 pm. For BestHealth members only. open
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BestHealth at Hanes Mall
Location
BestHealth is located in Hanes Mall (Winston-Salem, NC), on the upper level between Belk and JCPenney, and across from the Mall branch of the U.S. Post Office.
Phone: (336) 765-8804
Hours
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, closed

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