A talk about Nutrition in my son’s 4th Grade Class

When my son was in 4th grade, I had just finished my NTA program as a Certified Nutritionist and another course CHFS, which led me on the path of teaching fermented foods and Traditional foods from a healthier perspective. My project was this talk , as I had hoped to empower more children to the … Continue reading →

The Second Annual Farm to Fermentation Festival

On August 18th I was part of a small but growing group of professionals dedicated to the art of fermentation. As an annual event, I was once again joined with friends and colleagues who are making some incredibly delicious foods good for your gut. It is a an expanding area of the culinary world. As … Continue reading →

Fermentation and Health Workshop Announcement

Come join Trish Carty and Cathy Eason, Holistic Nutritionists In Costa Rica! Registration coming soon! Stay tuned!! Experience Eco-Travel at an amazing biodynamic Lodge in the rain forest. Enjoy fermentation workshops with certified organic healing foods grown at the lodge. The dates are February 1-8th, 2014. Nutrition and health workshops with a week filled with … Continue reading →

Last blast of Summer,elements of a good vacation!

As I reflect on a recent family vacation, I think about why it was so good! Here are some tips on making that trip successful. We got away to a very special place with much family history and nostalgia. For me as a chef and nutritionist, one of the most important factors is quite honestly … Continue reading →

5 Ways to Keep Your Kids Healthy This Summer

As we get closer to summer vacation, I would like to encourage and empower families to utilize this summer to improve your families healthy in 5 different ways. 1. Enhance your water with electrolytes such a pinch of unrefined sea salt, or coconut water; 2 Tablespoons to 8 oz. of water. 2. Make more homemade … Continue reading →

Farm to Fermentation Festival Talk: Keep The Beet

I was a speaker in the First Annual Farm to Fermentation Festival on September 16, 2012 hosted by Tara Firma Farms, in Petaluma, CA. I was among a select group who truly are passionate about fermenting all kinds of foods for the purpose of improving their health. The “Grandfather” of the fermenting world, Sandor Katz … Continue reading →