Nutrition 101 is just one course in Powhatan’s 2008 Adult Education program

For professional herbalist Debbie Markel, eating right and taking care of yourself doesn’t have to be as difficult as advanced calculus.

“My passion is wellness and health promotion and trying to keep people from getting sick,” said Markel, the owner of Apothecarian Herbals in Powhatan.

“It’s all about prevention and eating healthy is the first step.”

To better share her philosophy with the rest of the world, Markel will be teaching a class entitled Practical and Easy Nutrition as part of the Powhatan County Public Schools spring 2008 Adult Education Program.

Markel has been teaching the three-week class, which focuses on learning to read labels and includes tips for giving recipes a “healthy makeover,” since 2004.

Other courses include CPR Training, Practical Spanish (both a beginning and an intermediate level) and a financial workshop for investors.

Looking for something you can sink your teeth into? Mark Robertson will be teaching Cooking Around the World.

Interested in the stage? Try Truthful Connections for the Actor and Singer.

Courses range in both price and duration and may not be taken for college credit. Those who wish to secure a spot in a particular class are encouraged to register early.

Community members may register for classes until Jan. 28 with a check or money order payable to Powhatan High School. Checks may be mailed to the school at 1800 Judes Ferry Road or dropped off in the front office.

Individuals who are 62 or older may take classes free of charge through the Gold Card program. Anyone interested in obtaining a Gold Card should contact Charlotte Davis at 804-598-5700.

For more information on the Adult Education Program, residents may contact Sharon Faubert at 598-5710, ext. 307.