Connie
Evers, MS, RD
Child Nutrition Expert
Connie is skilled at translating current nutrition science into credible and practical advice for educators, health professionals and families. She has a creative presentation style that is hands-on, fun and practical. She has given hundreds of presentations throughout the nation.
Below are a few examples of possible presentation topics and recent workshops.
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"I thought Connie was great! Very informed and an absolute delight to learn from."
"I have received so much positive feedback from our members who all say that this was the best and most poignant lecture they have attended in years!"
"Your presentation was perfect! Loved it!"
"Energized!"
"I wanted to thank you for the wonderful seminar last Saturday. It was energizing and very informative. I told the folks who coordinated it to let me know if they are scheduling you in the future. I would contact the local Dietetic councils, colleges and Family and Consumer Science groups because your presentation would be perfect!"
"I loved your talk, and I love your books. Thanks for sharing such wonderful information. "
"It was truly a pleasure meeting you and I know that our members really enjoyed your presentation - and it definitely could have lasted another hour or two! "
"It was a grand discussion! So glad you participated. Your contributions were many and your insights are much appreciated. "
"Loved Connie's approach, laid back, yet motivating. Kept our interest!"
"Thank you so much for coming to our class! Yesterday was our last class and I spoke with the students about their thoughts of the guest speakers and overall class content. You received the best review! Everyone really appreciated how down to earth you are and how you really brought the issues home. One girl mentioned how she will make changes at home with her son. Your passion for children's nutrition is truly inspiring!"
Nutrition Topics:
Nutrition Education
Habits for a Healthy Weight
Snacking Tips
Breakfast Research
Vegetarian Kids
Healthy & Tasty Cooking Demos
Gardening with Kids
Eating “Green”
Dairy Foods and Health
Produce Power
Whole Grains
Fabulous Fiber
Professional Practice:
Publishing for the Nutrition Professional
Entrepreneurial NutritionRecent Workshops:
Early Childhood
Playing, Learning, and Growing: Fun Food Activities that reinforce health messages
Discover how food activities such as cooking, gardening, games, and role playing can contribute to learning and health.Using children's storybooks as a basis for nutrition education
There are many quality children's story books that provide food, nutrition, and health messages. This workshop offers numerous examples of how to use children's literature as the basis for nutrition education lessons.Creating an Active, Healthy Environment
Design an environment for children which invites discovery learning in the areas of both nutrition and activity/movement. Early childhood educators will takeaway several ideas for setting up play centers which encourage children to make healthful food choices.Nutrition Education
Tots, Teens & Everyone In Between! Matching nutrition education strategies to the children you teach
A developmental approach will guide participants in applying appropriate nutrition strategies for specific age levels. This workshop also provides educators with the tools needed to integrate nutrition ideas and activities across the curriculum.Create A New Nutrition Culture for Kids
Today's children face an increasing number of nutrition problems, including fragmented eating habits, poor food choices, obesity and eating disorders. It is our job to counter these trends by creating a new culture for health, one where we role model good eating habits, promote regular and shared meals and rediscover the joy of fun physical movement.Eating Well in a Fast-Paced World
Educating families on how to eat more healthfully in our fast-paced environment is often a challenge. Hectic schedules, picky eaters and lack of knowledge about healthy food choices can be frustrating. Participants will receive practical, hands-on resources that can be easily used in a practice setting.Parenting
Advice to Grow on
Are you struggling to get your children to eat nutritionally? Is dinner time a battle of wills? Do you and/or your children have weight concerns? Connie will present strategies for raising happy, healthy, fit kids and answer parents' most common childhood feeding questions.Getting kids to eat right has never been this much fun!
Kids accept new foods when they become more involved in shopping, gardening, cooking and other fun learning activities. Learn dozens of ways you can involve children in fun hands-on health activities.
