TORONTO GAPS SUPPORT CLASSES - DATES TBD
Gut & Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride is a gut healing diet program that has helped numerous people to reduce symptoms and feel better.
These classes will be lead by Certified GAPS Practitioners Janet Neilson, RN & Homeopath and Patricia Meyer-Watt, Holistic Nutritionist. The focus is on support and understanding of the diet principles and demo and discussion of how to prepare the healing foods that are encouraged in this diet.
CLASS TOPICS:
Class 1: How Disease begins in the gut. GAPS stocks, meat & veggies soups, equipment
Class 2: Gut and psychology/phisiology syndrome. Veggie ferments: sauerkraut, beet kvass, etc.
Class 3: The Full GAPS diet. Rendering fat, ghee, easy mayo, Hollandaise
Class 4: The Introduction Diet. Dairy fermentation: yogurt, kefir, sour cream, tips on non-dairy fermentation
Class 5: Detoxifying. Juicing, GAPS shakes, Sneaking superfoods into the diet of fussy eaters..
Class 6: Supplemens for GAPS. GAPS baking, crispy nuts, ice-cream. GAPS without dairy, eggs & other intolerances.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? These classes are both for Holistic Nutritionist practitioners who want to use this diet with their clients and also for anybody who wishes to improve their own or a family member's health through diet. Nutritionists get upgrading hours for this course.
DATES: TBA
TIME: 10 am - 12:15 pm
LOCATION: Holy Rosary Hall, 356 St. Clair Av. West, main floor, (Bathurst & St. Clair Av.). This is a square brick building immediately to the east of Loblaws. It is NOT in the Church.
TTC: St. Clair Ave. West Station, (important: walk towards south end of platform to St. Clair Av., not Heath St) walk 1 min east on St. Clair Ave.
PARKING: Free Parking for Loblaws Customers, walk 1 min east on St. Clair Ave.
FROM OUT OF TOWN: You may leave your car at Yorkdale station and take subway south to St. Clair West Station. Or take Allan Rd South to Eglinton, then South on Strathearn to Bathurst, south again on Bathurst. Turn left on St. Clair. Turn left into Loblaws parking.
COST $240 + HST if prepaid for all 6 sessions, $50 + HST if paid on Wednesday before class (e-transfers only) (single classes only if space available, preference will be given to those who sign up for whole session) Details on Registration form.
PAYMENT: by cheque or e-transfer
SCHOLARSHIP: Two half scholarships will be available to two persons who commit to help with set up and clean up for all sessions. Details on registration form and please e-mail us with your request. We will give preference to a person who could otherwise not afford these sessions.
Testimonials:
Lukas is a 3 year old child diagnosed by his Doctors with Global Developmental Delay. Her mom wrote to Patricia: "I just want to let you know that Lukas is doing really well now on the GAPS diet! I now make all his food for daycare. His behaviour has changed, he is more focused now and doesn't stare at his hands much at all. He's gained weight like never before and increased in muscle tone. He walks much more sturdy. It's amazing the results that everyone can clearly see. He's had no problems with constipation either. He goes at least once every day. I am pretty happy to see all the progress. It makes all the hard work so worth it! Thank you for helping us along this difficult journey!" Lukas’ mom
“I have really enjoyed all of the sessions and have learned so much. I currently have 3 clients on GAPS now and did a GAPS cooking class with one of my clients last week. These sessions were extremely valuable and I'm really grateful for your knowledge and amazing cooking!” Summer Innanen,CNP,BBA, IHN Alumna Aug 2012
"I just wanted to thank you so much for this workshop. The knowledge I have gained I have already begun putting to use at home, and in clinical practice. Much appreciation and respect to you both for teaching me an alternate approach to heal and seal the gut - an approach that focuses heavily on foods we were designed to eat.
Fantastic job!" Shaun Robinson, CNP
"LOVED the course. HIGHLY recommend it - especially to nutritionists. Loved the balance between Janet's info and Patricia's food DEMO. Loved the demo part, because it truly made it do-able, and Patricia is VERY open and approachable with asking questions. Liked meeting other GAPS-minded people!
Can't wait for the next set of classes. Might come again! Will certainly advertise to others. ~~Susan
“The split between seminar material and cooking demos... I LOVED the eating part:) Taking the GAPS book and making it easy to understand and digestible was super helpful.”
“great handouts, with really good practical info. The class built a good community feel”
“these classes are incredible support for people suffering from various health issues, to feel empowered, supported and not alone. Hearing the success stories was wonderful”
Testimonials without a name are anonymous from Survey Monkey responses
GAPS SUPPORT CLASSES - PHOTOS - WINTER 2013 - 2014
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VEGGIE FERMENTS & BUBBLY GINGER SODA - TBD 10am -12:30pm
• We will ferment veggies using wild fermentation and fool-proof fermentation with a starter. In groups of two, you will prepare vegetables for fermentation and take them home for fermenting. (Bring a one litre jar). We will make Gingery Sauerkraut, Spicy Kimchi and Daikon-Beet ferments. Bubbly Ginger Soda is a group Demo. We will prepare and eat a light lunch. You will take home all recipes, one jar of ferment and ginger starter.
2.5 hour class - $ 53 + HST =$ 60
Photo: Doris & Louise making Spicy Kimchi
2.5 hour class - $ 53 + HST =$ 60
Photo: Doris & Louise making Spicy Kimchi
DAIRY FERMENTS, COTTAGE CHEESE & KOMBUCHA - TBD 10 - 12:30pm
• Fermenting dairy is easy and safe! We will use Harmony Organic milk but raw milk or goat milk can be used too. We will prepare Kefir (a buttermilk-like ferment), Fil Mjolk (a delicious sour cream), discuss benefits of Kefir vs. Yogurt. We will prepare fresh cottage cheese (no brand is available in the market this fresh and without preservatives, etc) using a bacterial culture and rennet. Kombucha is a refreshing & bubbly fermented tea beverage with many purported health benefits. We will prepare buckwheat crepes, oatmeal pancakes, a berry-kefir mousse for snack and taste the fresh cottage cheese made in class. You will take home kombucha, kefir and Fil Mjolk starter.
2.5 hour class - $ 53 + HST =$ 60
Photo: Lori stirring the curds to make cheese.
2.5 hour class - $ 53 + HST =$ 60
Photo: Lori stirring the curds to make cheese.
2 PART - NOURISHING TRADITIONAL DIETS - Demo & Hands-on
A PRIMER ON TRADITIONAL NUTRITION - 2 sessions of 3 hours each
In this two part demo and hands-on cooking class, we will explore the foundations of a healthy and nourishing diet: bone broth, pastured meats, organ meats, veggies, proper preparation of grains, healthy fats & oils, dairy and veggie fermentation. We will start each class with some demo & discussion. Then the group will prepare a delicious lunch that we will all share. All recipes inspired by Nourishing Traditions, S. Fallon Morell & M.Enig. Max. 6 participants.
UPCOMING DATES: Please contact Patricia if you want her to offer this class to your group. Private groups of 2 - 6 can be arranged.
In this two part demo and hands-on cooking class, we will explore the foundations of a healthy and nourishing diet: bone broth, pastured meats, organ meats, veggies, proper preparation of grains, healthy fats & oils, dairy and veggie fermentation. We will start each class with some demo & discussion. Then the group will prepare a delicious lunch that we will all share. All recipes inspired by Nourishing Traditions, S. Fallon Morell & M.Enig. Max. 6 participants.
UPCOMING DATES: Please contact Patricia if you want her to offer this class to your group. Private groups of 2 - 6 can be arranged.
GLUTEN FREE, HEALTHY & DELICIOUS - Demo & Hands-on class
There are many gluten free products in the market these days, but are they healthy? We will discuss how to implement a healthy gluten free diet. What products to buy and which ones to make at home.
You will learn to prepare delicious gluten free meals, snacks and desserts. We will bake with nuts, seeds, coconut flour, buckwheat (a gluten free "grain"), etc. No rice flour will be used. Take home recipes samples and tricks to transform many recipes into gluten free.
The group will prepare a gluten free lunch and bake several gluten free items.
Upcoming class: TBD
You will learn to prepare delicious gluten free meals, snacks and desserts. We will bake with nuts, seeds, coconut flour, buckwheat (a gluten free "grain"), etc. No rice flour will be used. Take home recipes samples and tricks to transform many recipes into gluten free.
The group will prepare a gluten free lunch and bake several gluten free items.
Upcoming class: TBD
Hands-On cooking class: Healing diets class
HEALING DIETS: GAPS, ENZYME, CANDIDA - 1 class of 4 hours
In this class we discuss specific foods that help heal the gut, control Candida overgrowth, help with periodic cleansing and support those who are recovering from serious illness. Prerequisite: having taken Traditional Nutrition in the Kitchen or having a solid understanding of Nourishing Traditions principles. This is a gluten and grain free class.
Suggested reading: GAPS diet by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride.
Please contact Patricia for dates or private classes.
Upcoming dates: TBD
In this class we discuss specific foods that help heal the gut, control Candida overgrowth, help with periodic cleansing and support those who are recovering from serious illness. Prerequisite: having taken Traditional Nutrition in the Kitchen or having a solid understanding of Nourishing Traditions principles. This is a gluten and grain free class.
Suggested reading: GAPS diet by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride.
Please contact Patricia for dates or private classes.
Upcoming dates: TBD
Wild fermentation seminars
HOME-FERMENTATION OF DELICIOUS "PROBIOTIC" FOODS - for medium to large groups
In this presentation, Patricia talks about the benefits of lactic-acid fermentation and demonstrates how easy it is to prepare these delicious foods. She will have samples available for participants to taste and there is lots of time for Q&A. If applicable, participants will take home starters required for some fermentations.
Topics may cover one or more of these: Feel good Kefir (dairy fermentation), Kimchi, Carrot & Ginger Sauerkraut, Kombucha, Ginger Soda, Pickled radishes, etc.
Please contact Patricia if you want her to offer this class to your group.
This could be a half or full day program. Will travel to your community.
NEXT CLASS (see above): Fermentation is also covered in 2 part NOURISHING TRADITIONAL DIETS class
In this presentation, Patricia talks about the benefits of lactic-acid fermentation and demonstrates how easy it is to prepare these delicious foods. She will have samples available for participants to taste and there is lots of time for Q&A. If applicable, participants will take home starters required for some fermentations.
Topics may cover one or more of these: Feel good Kefir (dairy fermentation), Kimchi, Carrot & Ginger Sauerkraut, Kombucha, Ginger Soda, Pickled radishes, etc.
Please contact Patricia if you want her to offer this class to your group.
This could be a half or full day program. Will travel to your community.
NEXT CLASS (see above): Fermentation is also covered in 2 part NOURISHING TRADITIONAL DIETS class