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Transform Eating Practices: Steps to Healthy Nutrition

Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Gaithersburg Library - Meeting Room 2, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Cost: Free

Format: In-Person

Registration Deadline: January 22, 2025 @ 6:00PM

Are you struggling to consistently eat healthy? Poor nutrition within Black communities significantly contributes to higher rates of chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension. Join this transformative nutrition discussion with Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie, a dual board-certified integrative obesity and wellness specialist, who will guide a dynamic conversation and share her top tips for creating satisfying, delicious meals you’ll love. Discover how the body-mind-spirit connection can empower you with the mindset and motivation to embrace more fulfilling and enjoyable eating practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and transform your nutritional journey!

 

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Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie, MD, DABOM

Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie, MD, DABOM, is a dual board-certified physician and clinical researcher advancing equitable, scientific solutions for obesity care. Specializing in obesity and internal medicine, she has over 14 years of experience helping individuals achieve sustainable health and wellness. As the founder of Embrace You Weight & Wellness, she empowers people to overcome barriers to healthy living through personalized, culturally competent care. Embrace You Weight and Wellness has been a Black Physicians Healthcare Network (BPHN) Outreach and Education Partner since 2022. A bestselling author and innovative educator, Dr. Gonsahn-Bollie is passionate about healing relationships with food, helping individuals understand why they eat, and guiding them to create delicious, satisfying meals that nourish both physical health and emotional well-being. She integrates the body- mind-spirit connection to inspire holistic well- being while embracing a mindset of progress and self-compassion. Light refreshments will be served.

Cost: Free

Format: In-Person

Registration Deadline: January 22, 2025 @ 6:00PM