"Hands-On Spicy Indian Food FREE Cooking Class" I was born in India. I grew up preparing and eating true authentic Indian foods. I am now a father and a husband, and enjoy cooking so much that I decided to cook for others when I am free! Also check out "1-on-1 Indian Chef" ie "Indian Chef to Go" on our message board. If you would like we can prepare the meals at your home, or at a club house kitchen! Always our cooking class will be free! - you buy the grocery or I buy the grocery and charge …

Join others in Orange County on the raw vegan adventure! We share raw food meals, and discuss raw vegan nutrition, as well as holistic health and eco living. We host regular potlucks, picnics, and attend raw food preparation classes, informative health lectures and other related events. Anyone interested in the raw/live food diet and lifestyle is welcome! Thank you for being a part of our community!

We created this Meetup group for those who are leaning toward a conscious way of living. Through food, actions, and community. We learn from each other, so coming together for communication, sharing and love is essential for us to thrive. With this in mind, we will be having plant-based raw nutrition and prep classes, speakers on nutrition and family/relationship harmony, potlucks, yoga, dinner parties, wild edible hikes, dehydrated food trade get-togethers, and whatever we or the members think …

The Greater Orange County Animal Rights Roundtable (GOCART) is dedicated to fostering awareness and discussion of issues concerning animal advocacy and veganism in Orange County and the rest of Southern California.  We meet every other month for a casual vegan dinner and an open-forum discussion.  Meetings are loosely-structured with a speaker, a basic agenda and a moderator.  Our meetings are guided by principles of non-judgment and non-confrontation. There is no charge to attend. Anyone is wel …

If American diet trends continue, it is predicted that by the year 2015, 2 in every 5 adults will be obese. Hundreds of nutritional studies have demonstrated a strong and undeniable link between malnourishment and chronic illnesses such as Type 2 diabetes, Heart Disease, and Cancer. By providing our members with the opportunity to attend FREE nutrition lectures in addition to special diet cooking classes, healthy eating store tours, fitness assessments, a nutrition book club, and consultations w …

Are you interested in a fun, simple and healthier way of eating? Are you suffering from a health condition that you have been told is diet-related?  The purpose of this group is to support people who are trying to transition into a more healthier way of eating. Where ever you are in the process, there’s great ways to do this transition. Even if you are just trying it for the first time, you will gain valuable information on nutrition, healthier living, and more abundant life.  The purpose of thi …

What is San Clemente Walking & Hiking Group?We are a fun group of local people that leave in the City of San Clemente, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano and love to get outdoors, get some fresh air on the weekends and meet new people in the community. Who is the Organizer of the Group?Orshi McNaughton is the organizer, but occasionally Austin Johns will lead some of the hikes.How do I get a hold of the Organizer if I have a question?Orshi can be reached on her cell phone at (949) 929-0140 or via e …

We are two graduate students of Traditional Chinese Medicine looking to foster a community of like-minded individuals who have an interest in holistic medicine, organic gardening, healthy diet , nutrition, herbs, balanced exercise, spiritual and therapeutic practices, meditation, nature, yoga, qi gong, tai chi and other wellness modalities. Some event ideas include; movie & discussion, potlucks, nature walks, qi gong, bike rides, cooking parties, garden talks & canning events. The purpose of our …

Yoga means to yoke or to join. Join us at the Ayres Hotel and Spa in Mission Viejo for Yoga classes, learning the Philosophy of Yoga, and related wellness events, etc...  Learn how Yoga and massage on a regular basis can help you manage stress and benefit your body in so many ways. Yoga was developed in 15th century India.  There are 8 Branches of Yoga.  I teach Hatha Yoga.  Our Asanas (poses) were developed to prepare us for the highest form of meditation.  It is not a religion but a practice o …

Learn about health and nutrition by attending some free seminars hosted by the organizer, Kathy Kalaf, trained at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York City. Kathy is trained as a nutritional counselor and health coach.  First workshop is on "The Sugar Blues". Kathy is also the founder of a 501c3 nonprofit organization that raises awareness of the dangers of antibiotics, steroids, and birth control use, at www.atlanticjourneytowellness.org. She also owns and operates Candida.com …

Loma Linda University, Center for Health Promotion has a Wholistic Medicine Clinic that treats children and adults for chronic conditions: asthma, allergies, autism, ADHD, irritable bowel, chronic fatigue, fibromyalga, etc. We are a consulting clinic and not a primary or accute care facility. Because we serve so many patients that are on a gluten and dairy free diet, we offer a free cooking and nutritional education class the 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:00 - 7:30 PM to provide support. The pub …

This group is for anyone who is interested in the GAPS nutritional protocol. Members will receive education and support from two certified GAPS practitioners and other members who are living the GAPS lifestyle. GAPS is an acronym for Gut And Psychology/Physiology Syndrome and was coined by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride. She holds a Degree in Medicine and  Postgraduate Degrees in both Neurology and Human Nutrition. In 1998 Dr. Campbell-McBride set up The Cambridge Nutrition Clinic where she specia …

I decided to start this group in order to invite people to join me in my FREE weekly lectures. The purpose of this group is to provide you with interesting and applicable information that will empower you in maintaining optimal health. Everyone and anyone interested in healthy alternative methods for maintaining wellness and health.

Welcome to The Naked Kitchen! The Naked Kitchen is all about bringing together the people in our community who share a passion for a whole foods plant-based diet. We fully support all branches of plant-based eating, including, raw, cooked, juicing, gluten free, soy free, family friendly and more. Our Meetup events include cooking classes, picnics and potlucks, learning adventures and more. Whether you are an experienced plant-based eater or are just starting out on this amazing journey, we have …

Hi! My name is Chassie and I'm in charge of putting on awesome classes and events at Whole Foods Market in Encinitas! I hope to build a community of friends that are interested in food, health, cooking and being awesome! Please feel free to share your thoughts on classes you would love to see at our store as well.

Group to support people embracing a wholistic Vegan, Live Food, Healthy Lifestyle. Featuring support, potlucks, outings, fitness, discussions, friends, education.

I started this group to help join people together who love to explore wellness options. I have another meet up group like this in Phoenix and we've had so much fun hiking, biking, meeting with guest lecturers, while exploring all kinds of wellness options. All ages are welcome and suggestions are encouraged for future events. Let's explore together!

Come for a lesson in natural wellness, stay for the wine! Yes, wine is healthy in small doses, especially red wine. This is a group for anyone who wants to learn how to improve their health naturally and have a little mid-week fun at the same time. How does this work? Our main meeting will be held once a month at Total Wine & More. We’ll have a presentation on a hot health topic (e.g., Where did my energy go?”; “Diabetes runs in my family…am I going to get it?”; “I’ve been on thyroid medication …

This is a group for anyone interested in finding new ways to live a healthier lifestyle making new food choices. Using more organics and less animal products. Eating food as medicine.

If you are interested in learning to cook and eat healthy this is the group for you.  If you would like to give up "yo yo" dieting and end your "love affair" with sugar and carbs this is a group for you.  I am a Holistic Health Coach with training from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and Columbia University.  I teach health cooking classes where you will enjoy a full meal of soup, salad, side dishes, entree and dessert.  There are several different classes offered each month and each one …

This is the place to meet like minded individuals for support to improve your health and lifestyle. Focus is on gluten free, dairy free, soy free diets. These include Paleo, GAPS, Caveman, SCD and others that focus on whole organic foods. Support and problem solving is offered in the form of discussion on pertinent topics, sharing recipes, and possibly cooking classes. Experts will be present who can provide information on the relationship between diet and autoimmune diseases. Support is also of …

This is a group for anyone interested in health, wellness and/or weight loss! We are here to have fun, meet new friends and to help and support each other in our own individual quests for health and wellness, including exercising together and gaining optimal health through good nutrition and lifestyle. We are open to men, women and families with children of any ages. Our events will include (but not be limited to): - Special Health Topic Meetings - Fitness Events (walking, hikes, yoga, bicycling …

We will formally launch this program to the Beach Cities communities on April 10th at Beach Cities Health District - Lower Level, 514 N. Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 at 6:00 pm. You can join a group in person! This is a group for anyone who is interested in making friends eating a healthier, primarily plant-based diet. Our group focuses on socializing and eating healthy. You do NOT have to be a vegetarian or vegan to join our group... everyone is welcome! You just have to have a desire …

Love homemade, plant-strong meals? Join this group to team up with other cooks and prep food for the week to take home with you. Learn new recipes Stretch your food dollar Share the workload and get it done faster Build your cooking skills Make new friends New to plant-strong diets? You can learn more here: http://www.forksoverknives.com/ http://engine2diet.com/ Let's all do more with: teaching people to cook, finding sustainable/local farmers, encourage buying from artisan sources over big bo …

This group is for people who have an interest in living authentically in an ever changing world. A practical approach to feeling better through awareness... awareness of the foods we eat, thoughts we have, the products we use on our bodies and in our homes, the beliefs that keeps us from growing, etc. There are as many approaches to feeling good, as there are people in the world. Lets explore them all!!

In this group, we will be making food from scratch, and getting rid of the fears that stop us from creating our own homemade ingredients. Why buy your cheese, tempeh, mayonnaise, mustards, almond butters and other wonderful ingredients, when it is so simple to make at home? The possibilities are endless, and this group will help you to live a more sustainable life while saving money.

This is a health group for anyone interested in fitness, nutrition, healthy cooking, and making new friends in the process. We plan on having weekly group fitness classes as well as a monthly seminar on health topics, such as healthy cooking, whole food nutrition, detoxing, weight loss and overall wellness. Everyone and all skill levels are welcome. Looking forward to meeting you.