Grief and the Body: Why Nourishment Matters
Thursday, April 16, 2026
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM, Virtual on Zoom

Presenter: Tessa Florio- MS, CNS, LDN, SPN, Tessa Florio Wellness

Grief affects the body, mind, and heart in many ways. Changes in appetite, energy levels, and eating habits are common after loss, yet proper nutrition can play an important role in supporting both emotional and physical well-being. This presentation explores how grief impacts the body and offers simple, compassionate ways to maintain nourishment during difficult times. Participants will learn practical, realistic strategies to help support healing through nutrition.

You will walk away with:
- A deeper understanding of how what we eat affects our overall well-being.
- Insight into how nutrition can help support the body during times of grief.
- Practical, actionable strategies to nourish and care for your grieving body.

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About the presenter:
Tessa is a mom of three, retired professional athlete, and owner of Tessa Florio Wellness. Her journey to becoming a Nutritionist has been inspired by her own experiences as a professional athlete, a mother, and the profound impact of losing her beloved mom. She has dedicated herself to filling a vital gap in nutrition and wellness through supporting women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, and female athletes. With a Masters in Nutrition Science, she is a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist and holds a Specialization in Prenatal Nutrition. she blends her clinical experience with evidence based nutrition to offer a unique, whole body approach to her clients.