This group is a forum to share knowledge and discover the joys and benefits of eating whole, nutrient-dense foods made the way nature intended. Learn about the Nourishing Traditions and Weston A. Price methods of nourishing the mind and body through real, whole, traditional foods and an omnivorous diet. What are traditional foods? Traditional foods include organic fruits and vegetables, high quality fats (butter, ghee, coconut oil, etc) grass-fed and pastured meats, free-range eggs, organic dai …

The purpose of this Holistic Wellness group is to bring folks together to share in natural/holistic health and wellness in a fun and free way, and to encourage the growth of the natural/holistic community at large through discussions, workshops, and other events. As a Holistic Health Counselor, I started this group to reach out to people who are seeking to promote, create, and share information or learn about holistic concepts and lifestyle.... a sort of solace space from the mainstream.Events w …

We are born with genetic tendencies of succumbing to chronic, degenerative diseases that we inherit from our parents. We grow up being told that how our health goes as we age is mostly dictated by our genes. In my case, my father died from a heart attack at the age of 52. Heart attacks also claimed the lives of both of my grandfathers. It looks like the odds are against me. What if the foods we eat have more to do with the expression of our genetic tendencies than our genes? Over the last 12 y …

A group for those interested in leading a healthy and enjoyable life! Real whole food is delicious and good for you, and it should be fun to prepare and eat with friends and family. Learn about what "real food" is and why it is so important for our health. We are focused on helping people eat fresh whole foods on a local and sustainable scale as much as possible. We will help you to avoid foods that are not good for you such as highly-processed foods, sugary foods, refined carbohydrates, and bad …

This group was started to find vegans and vegan wannabes in the Hudson Valley. We combine Social Events and Social Action by enjoying delicious, healthful vegan food and encouraging others to do so. The more people who choose vegan food, the fewer farmed animals will be raised. You do not have to be vegan to join, just eat like one when you are with us. We get together to learn and to inform others.

The effects of whole foods

High brow, low brow arts and culture. Whether we visit & experience vicariously, or create it ourselves. Dining experiences involving Real Food -- not processed -- (out at some place, or perhaps we will even meet and cook our own Real Food). Hikes undertaken at leisure, so we can see scenery without racing through it. Geographic location will include upper Fairfield County and probably all of Litchfield County. Some events should simply be just healthy crazy FUN. Because getting crazy is definit …

We are a group of people from all walks of life who are passionate about Health & Wellness. Our goal is to nurture, support and cultivate a group of like-minded people who wish to live healthy, in what is quickly becoming, an unhealthy world. We strive to offer a variety of well organized, health related activities such as: Cooking classes/demos to learn healthy, organic, whole food preparation Dining at Vegetarian and Vegan restaurants Guest speakers to discuss healthy living and holistic opti …

This a support group for individuals interested in improving their health by following the principles of plant-based nutrition described in Caldwell and Ann Esselstyn's book Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease. We will meet to eat, swap recipes, and share ideas for how to live with the program and help our loved ones see the light. Go to "Pages" to check out member ratings for the recipes in Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease and to add your own.

The Eat Well Club® is here for you. We are a community of people that believe that eating well and feeling great is an attainable goal for everyone! We all have the inner ability to control what we eat and how we live. Sometimes it is easy to lose sight of that inherent power. This group is here to provide support for anyone who is looking to eat well and improve their health. It doesn't matter what style of eating you follow. It doesn't matter if you have been improving your health your whole l …

Herbal Medicine & Nutrition, Reiki ~ Reflexology ~ Qi Gong

This is a group for like minded WOMEN that want to loose weight and/or maintain weight loss. We will trade recipes, share tips and tricks in the kitchen, talk fitness and exercise fads, talk about emotional eating, discuss the latest in cutting edge scientific nutrition theory. We will support each other and hold each other accountable when we have trouble holding ourselves accountable. My father always said "if you want to be successful in life surround yourself with other successful people". I …

Learn about key medicinal herbs and Nutritionals to use in a clinical setting for the support of optimum health and vitality. Understand the methods by which the body utilizes Whole Food Nutrients for all key metabolic and system functions. Learn the difference between synthetic, synthesized, laboratory grown vitamin isolates and full Vitamin Complexes found in nature. Explore how each impact our health in varying ways.

This is a group for anyone interested in learning more about plant based nutrition. Whether you are a full-fledged vegan, an aspiring vegetarian, or just dipping your nose into the wonderful world of plants. We offer monthly workshops to learn about this type of eating. Often we will have cooking demonstrations, many samples, recipes, question and answer and discussion. More than anything we want to help each other to lead healthy lifestyles and treat our bodies as temples.

This group was started to help people learn about natural weight loss through juicing and eating a whole foods, plant based diet. Whether you are a seasoned juicer or just curious about adding some juice to your regular diet. This group is for you. I have been juicing on and off for 25 years. 12 years ago I lost 120 pounds juicing and following a "whole foods, plant based diet." I'd like to share what I've learned and encourage those of you who have tried "diet after diet" only to put the weight …

We're thrilled that you're joining us on our journey to wellness by eating wholesome foods and becoming environmentally aware.  We believe that food is medicine and that if our food is sick with GMO's, chemicals, artificial ingredients, etc. then as a country we'll continue to be sick.  We're hoping to create a vibrant community of people who are excited about evolving to a healthy lifestyle that is nourishing, non-toxic and family-friendly. We will have hands-on fermentation workshops, farm vis …

Are you interested in transforming your health and weight through a nutritious eating plan and healthy lifestyle? The Processed-Free Living support group can greatly increase your chances for success. Dee McCaffrey, founder of Processed-Free America and author of The Science of Skinny, lost 100 pounds and has kept the weight off for over 20 years by staying away from processed foods—and through giving and receiving support to others who are on the same path. The Science of Skinny details her jou …

Hello! My name is Dawn Mckenna and I'm hosting this meetup to support slow food with the hope that more people will take the time to enjoy life and fellowship over food. Slow food is a reaction to a fast food lifestyle predominant in today's culture. it's about more than food; it's about connecting to the wider social, environmental and spiritual elements around us. The most important thing, in my opinion, about the movement is that good food and atmosphere bring people together - family, friend …