Support Your Team’s Health This Summer with Nutrition Lunch & Learns
Summer is finally here, and with it comes longer days, more sunshine, and a renewed desire to feel our best. But between the busy pace of work, family life, and trying to soak up the season, it’s easy to let wellness take a back seat. I created my Nutrition Lunch & Learns to help teams reconnect with their health in a way that’s simple, practical, and enjoyable.
As a Holistic Nutritionist and Corporate Wellness Educator, I love bringing people together to learn, laugh, and discover how small shifts in what we eat and how we care for our bodies can have a huge impact. These sessions are designed to fit seamlessly into the workday. They give your team tangible tools they can start using right away, plus a chance to cook and eat together, which always brings a little more joy to the day.
This summer, I’m offering two wellness-focused Lunch & Learns that I’m really excited about. One tackles the rising issue of seasonal allergies (which are getting worse, thanks to climate change), and the other celebrates fresh Ontario strawberries with a delicious cooking class that’s perfect for the season.
Nutrition Lunch & Learn: How to Support Seasonal Allergies Naturally
You might have noticed that allergy symptoms—sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes—seem to be hitting harder and lasting longer these days. That’s not just in your head. Studies are showing that climate change is extending allergy seasons. It is making pollen counts more intense, which can leave a lot of us feeling foggy, tired, and stuck inside just when the weather’s finally nice.
In this Nutrition Lunch & Learn, I’ll walk your team through a natural approach to allergy relief that starts with what’s on your plate. Together, we’ll explore:
- The best anti-inflammatory foods to reduce histamine and calm the immune response
- Supplements and herbs that support respiratory health and may reduce allergy symptoms
- Gut health strategies—because your gut and immune system are deeply connected
- Lifestyle tweaks that can make a big difference, like timing your outdoor activity and natural ways to reduce exposure
Your team will walk away with practical, food-first tools that they can use right away to help ease allergy symptoms naturally, so they can enjoy the summer weather without suffering through it.
Celebrate Strawberries: A Sweet & Savoury Cooking Class
I love celebrating seasonal produce, and nothing screams summer like a bowl of juicy strawberries. In this hands-on virtual cooking class, we’ll highlight this beautiful berry in two delicious and nourishing recipes your team will love:
- Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp: A warm, comforting dessert that’s naturally sweetened and made with simple ingredients.
- Strawberry Arugula Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette: A light, refreshing salad that’s bursting with flavour and colours. This recipe is perfect for summer lunches or BBQS.
Along the way, I’ll share:
- Why strawberries are a nutritional powerhouse (they’re loaded with antioxidants and vitamin C)
- Tips for storing and prepping berries to reduce waste
- How to balance sweet and savoury flavours using ingredients that are in season
This class is a great way to bring people together, inspire healthy eating, and spark a little creativity in the kitchen.
Why Host a Nutrition Lunch & Learn or Summer Wellness Event?
Summer is a season of energy, movement, and possibility, making it the perfect time to invest in your team’s well-being. Nutrition Lunch & Learns are a fun and interactive way to:
- Foster team connection and boost morale
- Encourage healthy habits during a time when people are naturally more motivated
- Improve energy, focus, and resilience at work
- Offer a mid-day break that’s nourishing in every sense of the word
Whether your team works from home, in the office, or a mix of both, these sessions are fully virtual. Each one is about 60 minutes, includes time for Q&A, and is always packed with practical takeaways.
Ready to book a session for your team?
Let’s make this summer your healthiest one yet! Reach out to me at info@jesselanewellness.com. Visit the Corporate Wellness page to learn more about my nutrition lunch and learns and reserve your spot.
Here’s to less sneezing, more strawberries, and a summer of vibrant health!