The Samford Wellness Kitchen

The Samford Wellness Kitchen The Samford Wellness Kitchen offers healthy cooking classes for adults and teens in Birmingham, AL. www.samford.edu/go/Wellness Kitchen

Sign up for our Teen Cooking Camps! Participants will cook with chefs and registered dietitian nutritionists to learn ho...
05/08/2026

Sign up for our Teen Cooking Camps! Participants will cook with chefs and registered dietitian nutritionists to learn how to prepare healthy, great-tasting meals and snacks in a fun, hands-on setting. Register now at samford.edu/go/WellnessKitchen

Not all snacks are created equal.�What looks similar on the shelf can be completely different when you flip it over.Smal...
04/27/2026

Not all snacks are created equal.�What looks similar on the shelf can be completely different when you flip it over.

Small swaps can have a big impact.� Fuel your body with real ingredients from the earth that actually support your goals.

Next time you’re at the store, take a second look at the label. Save this for your next grocery run!

Ever stood in the aisle staring at 20 options… and still had no idea what to pick?That’s not on you. That’s choice overl...
04/25/2026

Ever stood in the aisle staring at 20 options… and still had no idea what to pick?

That’s not on you. That’s choice overload.

When everything looks the same, we stop thinking, and just grab something.

Here’s the fix:
Flip it over.

Check the ingredients.
Look for real food. Fewer ingredients. Nothing unnecessary.

Fuel your body with the best ingredients from the earth: simple, recognizable, and effective.

Next time you’re at the store, take a second look. 👀

One tablespoon may seem small, but it tells you a lot. Olive oil is 100% fat, and that’s not a bad thing. Choosing extra...
04/24/2026

One tablespoon may seem small, but it tells you a lot.

Olive oil is 100% fat, and that’s not a bad thing. Choosing extra virgin olive oil means less processing and more of olive oil’s natural qualities.

There are different types of fat: monounsaturated (the majority in olive oil) supports heart health, polyunsaturated includes essential fats your body needs, and saturated is present in smaller amounts. Seeing this on the label helps you understand quality, not just calories.

Healthy fats play such an important role in balanced eating when enjoyed in appropriate portions.

Save this and take a closer look at the label next time you cook! 🫒🫒

Consistency is key, just one recipe at a time!🔑
04/10/2026

Consistency is key, just one recipe at a time!🔑

Feel like you always play it safe with food? We see you.Everyone has their go to meal. But food is also about community,...
04/08/2026

Feel like you always play it safe with food? We see you.

Everyone has their go to meal. But food is also about community, trying new things, sharing bites, and connecting with people around you.

Maybe today is the day you switch it up👀

Balance can look different for everyone! Take time to build a plate that you would enjoy, and that caters to preferences...
04/07/2026

Balance can look different for everyone! Take time to build a plate that you would enjoy, and that caters to preferences and goals!

Cooking isn't just about feeding yourself- it's how you show the world who you are!
04/06/2026

Cooking isn't just about feeding yourself- it's how you show the world who you are!

Do you desire to have meals prepped and ready for a busy week ahead? Meal prepping can help you be present and feel your...
04/02/2026

Do you desire to have meals prepped and ready for a busy week ahead?

Meal prepping can help you be present and feel your best for the rest of the week!

What meal are you most excited to prep next?!

Perfect Portion, 0 Waste! Cooking for One just got smarter!
04/01/2026

Perfect Portion, 0 Waste! Cooking for One just got smarter!

If your teen doesn’t know their way around the kitchen yet, this is the perfect place to start.The Samford Wellness Kitc...
03/31/2026

If your teen doesn’t know their way around the kitchen yet, this is the perfect place to start.

The Samford Wellness Kitchen Teen Cooking Camp helps teens ages 11–16 build confidence while learning to cook simple, healthy meals in a fun, hands-on environment.

Because learning to cook isn’t just a skill—it’s a solution. 🍳

https://www.samford.edu/publichealth/community-programs/nutrition-and-healthy-cooking/

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2126 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, AL
35209

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