Did you know that whole food plant proteins will keep you fuller longer than animal protein due to the fiber content? But does plant protein taste good enough to make this a lifestyle or incorporate it in some of your meals? Come to this class and find out.
Let’s explore the flavors of a vegan diet with Registered Dietitian and Culinary Medicine Expert, Allison Harrell, and AdventHealth family medicine physician George Guthrie, MD, author of “Eat Plants Feel Whole.”
Trust us — you will LOVE the dessert recipe!
You have two options for attending this program – save your seat in the Nutrition Theatre or click here to register for our free webinar and watch it from home. Whether you’re watching from inside the Nutrition Theatre or from home, you’ll also have the opportunity to share your questions and comments with Allison and Dr. Guthrie during the program.
This is a demonstration-style cooking program, so our in-person attendees should prepare to sit back, relax and let our chef prepare the meal while you enjoy the delicious items, including vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip. All attendees, both online and in-person, will receive a booklet for specific recipes TBA. Check our website for updates.
Cancelling Your Reservation: In order to receive a full refund, participants must cancel their program registration at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled start of the program. Center for Health & Wellbeing’s Refund Policy >>>
This program is presented by Allison Harrell and Dr. George Guthrie and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation in collaboration with AdventHealth.
About the Presenter:
Allison Harrell is a registered dietitian nutritionist and plant-based chef who has been passionate about food and nutrition for more than 20 years. She advanced her knowledge by becoming a certified Culinary Medicine Specialist, certified in Weight Loss Management. Harrell believes that every time we eat, it is an opportunity to promote our health. She incorporates culinary experiences with a science-based approach. Her programs and tools make a positive difference in the health of our communities by instilling confidence and knowledge in the kitchen.
George Guthrie, MD, MPH, CDE, FAAFP, FACLM, is a family medicine physician with AdventHealth Winter Park. He is a member of the Academic Program at AdventHealth Center for Family Medicine and the past president of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Guthrie is also the author of “Eat Plants Feel Whole” and “Eat Plants Feel Whole Journal.”
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