Tending Your Inner Garden
Tools for Cultivating a Healthy Gut
Monica Corrado of Simply Being Well
True health begins and ends in the gut. In fact, there is mounting evidence that chronic illnesses such as cancer, depression, allergies, and autism spectrum disorder find their origin in the digestive system. The gut—which acts as a “second brain”—functions independently of the actual brain and plays a huge role in whether we struggle or thrive. In this accessible and non-clinical workshop, Monica Corrado—teaching chef, holistic nutritionist, and certified GAPS™ practitioner—will uncover the secrets of a traditional whole-foods diet and nutrient-dense cooking through simple, do-it-yourself techniques that address health issues holistically. This high-energy workshop is comprised of a lecture, cooking demos, tastings, and handouts that will help you will learn how to heal your gut.
Friday Topics
Meat Stock and Bone Broth—Stock plays a critical role in healing and sealing the gut. Learn the difference between meat stock and bone broth, how to make them, why you should make them, and crucially, why you shouldn’t mix them up!
Lacto-fermentation—Discover what lacto-ferments are, why you need them, and how to make them. This module is appropriate for beginners as well as experienced fermenters.
Saturday Topics
Culturing Dairy—Learn how to make the cultured milk and cream that will nourish your body and restore your gut flora and your inner and outer (skin) gardens. Even those with dairy sensitivities or allergies can learn how to enjoy yogurt, kefir, and sour cream again.
Nuts and Seeds—Learn what you need to do to unlock the nutrients in nuts and seeds and render them easy on your digestive system. Highly recommended for omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans.
When and Where
Friday to Saturday, Sept. 7–8, 2018
9:30–4:30 both days
Warren Wilson College, Swannanoa, NC
How Much
$150 = Friday to Saturday
$90 = Friday only
