Women's Wellness: A Nutrition Guide to Optimal Health

Women's Wellness: A Nutrition Guide to Optimal Health

Dive into the dynamic landscape of women’s health and explore evolving nutritional needs throughout various life stages.

This empowering session aims to equip participants with knowledge to nourish their bodies, addressing unique requirements from pregnancy to menopause. Uncover the crucial role of food in hormonal balance, addressing issues like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and menstrual cycles. Learn nutrition strategies for managing digestive health, menopausal symptoms, and reducing the risk of long-term health problems such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Additionally, discover practical tools for cultivating sustainable and healthy eating habits, along with time-saving tips for busy women juggling work and family life.

This one hour virtual workshop will be delivered by a subject matter expert from TELUS Health One, our Employee Assistance Program Provider.

Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Time: 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Target Audience: All faculty and staff
Facilitator: Judy Chodirker, MHSc, RD

Judy Chodirker is a graduate of the Master of Health Sciences (Community Nutrition) program at the University of Toronto. She received her Bachelor degree in Food and Nutrition from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson) and then completed a dietetic internship at North York General Hospital. She has over 20 years of experience in clinical and community nutrition, as well as health related marketing and project management. Her areas of expertise include eating disorders, chronic disease and preventative health, women’s health and maternal, infant and child nutrition.