Based on the book Your Body in Balance: The New Science of Food, Hormones, and Health by Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, this set of classes addresses hormone-related problems including infertility, hot flashes, diabetes, and depression. Dietary choices have a surprisingly powerful effect on hormones and the problems they cause. The information provided in these classes explains the latest research and offers a new approach to treating, prevention, and even curing many of the most common and persistent health problems. Class topics: Curing Cramps and Premenstrual Syndrome, Tackling Menopause, A Healthy Thyroid, Foods and Mood, Avoiding Environmental Chemicals. Class format: Welcome & overview, video lesson, class discussion, cooking demonstration, and Q&A. Food for Life is a program of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Ages 18+. Thursdays, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, and 4/30. $69 for all 5 classes.