PREVENTIONISTAS HEALTH EDUCATION COURSE OFFERINGS

Delivered online or in-person public health adult education classes with group coaching incorporated into the curriculum. Facilitator led courses include evidence-based information, supportive group dynamics, and activities. Some courses will be multi-week (6-10 weeks, 1 hour, 1 time a week). Contact Elizabeth for details at preventionistas@gmail.com

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the six evidence-based pillars of Lifestyle Medicine, a powerful framework for preventing, managing, and even reversing chronic disease. Based on the core principles established by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, the course emphasizes a holistic, patient-centered approach to health that targets the root causes of illness—rather than just treating symptoms. Through engaging lessons, real-world examples, and practical tools, learners will understand how sustainable lifestyle changes can profoundly impact health outcomes and quality of life. Whether you are a health professional seeking continuing education or an individual passionate about personal wellness, this course provides a roadmap for long-term, whole-person health.
This course is designed to explore the growing body of evidence supporting a whole food, plant-based predominant way of eating as a powerful tool for the prevention—and in some cases, reversal—of chronic diseases. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how dietary choices impact long-term health outcomes, the burden of lifestyle-related illnesses on public health, and the escalating costs of healthcare.

We will examine practical, evidence-based strategies for adopting a balanced, health-promoting diet rooted in whole, minimally processed plant foods. The course is structured to empower individuals to integrate these principles into their daily lives with ease and confidence.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, wellness advocate, or someone simply seeking to optimize your health, this course offers actionable insights and guidance to support sustainable lifestyle change.
Climate change is one of the greatest public health challenges—and opportunities—of our time. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the ways climate and environmental change affect human health, both directly and indirectly. It also highlights how climate solutions can serve as health interventions that protect communities, reduce health disparities, and build resilience. Through engaging lectures, real-world case studies, and practical tools, learners will explore the interconnections between climate systems and public health outcomes, assess the co-benefits of mitigation strategies, and evaluate adaptation policies and practices that promote human well-being. This course is designed for public health professionals, healthcare providers, policymakers, educators, and community leaders committed to advancing environmental health and climate justice
The emergence of GLP-1 receptor agonists—such as semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro®, Zepbound®)—has revolutionized obesity treatment. While these medications offer promising results, long-term health and weight maintenance depend on more than pharmacology. This course is designed to educate, empower, and equip individuals who are currently using or considering GLP-1 medications with a comprehensive, sustainable strategy grounded in the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine. Whether you're starting, actively taking, or transitioning off GLP-1s, this course offers the tools to align medication with meaningful, long-lasting lifestyle change. Health and well-being coaching is highly recommended alongside or following this course.

FOOD SAVED ME NUTRITION AND COOKING CLASSES

These courses are delivered in homes, offices (as lunch and learns), or public venues by a Certified Food Saved Me Instructor. Each class includes cooking demonstrations, printed booklets, recipes, and food samples. Contact
preventionistas@gmail.com for details.

Discover the secret to youthful, glowing skin from the inside out! In this dynamic class, you’ll learn which foods can fight aging, boost collagen production, and reduce wrinkles. We combine cutting-edge nutrition science with delicious, easy-to-follow recipes—empowering you to nourish your skin and transform your overall well-being. Join us to see how what you eat can become your most powerful beauty treatment!
The goal of this class is for students to have a broader picture of immunity and long-term changes they can make to keep their immune system going. This class explores foods and habits that can boost the immune system and what undermines it. This course includes recipe demonstrations from a Certified Food Saved Me Instructor, a beautiful nutrition booklet, and food samples.
Are you struggling with cravings? Do you find yourself eating foods that you know aren’t good for you but you can’t seem to stop? Do you sometimes feel controlled by food? This class is delivered by a certified Food Saved Me Instructor and will provide information regarding the root cause of cravings. Powerful strategies to tackle cravings, and will include recipe demonstration, beautiful nutrition handouts, and delicious food samples.
More and more research is being released on sleep and what a powerful effect it has on our daily health. Many people struggle with poor sleep quality, sleep apnea, and sluggishness during the day. This class explores the science on what to eat and when to eat to achieve optimal sleep, stress reduction and body/health renewal. A certified Food Saved Me Instructor will share the latest research, prepare delicious recipes, and provide a beautiful nutrition booklet.
Do you wish you could go out and eat less, but are not sure how to plan meals for home? Are you looking to save money, while also eating healthier? Confused about how to put delicious meals together easily? Never dread the question of “What’s for dinner?” again! This class is taught by a certified Food Saved Me Instructor and will cover how to put meals together, how to pair different recipes, and always have variety! You’ll never be bored of eating the same old foods again! Class includes nutrition information, 4 weeks of meal plans, recipes, and delicious food samples.
In this class we identify 6 key genetic differences where African Americans are at risk for chronic disease conditions and nutritional strategies to overcome the risks. This course serves delicious food and powerful information that will inspire and encourage those wishing to make healthy changes in their lives.
Is a nutrition and cooking class where we explore the gut-brain connection and how food affects brain fog, memory, and focus. We will discuss how certain food choices can impair our brain from working to its full potential. A certified Food Saved Me instructor will share evidence-based information, easy delicious recipes, and support you on your journey with a beautiful nutrition booklet and food samples.
This nutrition and cooking class covers the gut-brain connection and how food choices can greatly affect children’s brain function, focus, and metal clarity. We know that nutrition and environmental exposures are so important during adolescence. Foods can impair focus and hinder learning success. A Food Saved Me Certified Instructor will deliver cooking demonstrations, recipes, and food samples and send you home with a beautiful booklet for reference
Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other type of female reproductive cancer. Luckily, there is a tremendous amount of recent research showing how a woman can dramatically lower her risk of getting ovarian cancer with certain dietary habits. In class a Certified Food Saved Me Instructor will share powerful nutrition science, demonstrate recipes that are easy to make, delicious, and have a positive impact on keeping this deadly disease at bay. For ovarian cancer patients the information we share has been shown to increase survival rates and reduce risk of recurrence. Class includes cooking demonstrations, recipes, food samples and beautiful booklets.

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING COACHING

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Individual coaching sessions are available as needed or desired for individuals looking to address a health topic they want to go to work on in a single session.

INITIAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING COACHING PACKAGES

Personal Health and Well-being Coaching packages are an optimal starting point for health behavior change. Evidence suggests that having a weekly call for up to three months after the initial coaching experience creates consistency, support, and a path to success for healthful habits to accomplish one’s desired outcome.
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Week 1: 60–90-minute Initial Coaching Call (ICC) establishes 3-month goals, wellness vision, and distinguishes structures to reach intentions.
Week 2 through 12: 30–45-minute On-going Coaching Calls (OCC) for continued support and accountability to reach intentions.
Week 1: 60-90-minute initial Coaching Call (ICC) establishes 1-month goal, wellness vision, and distinguishes structures to reach intentions.
Week 2 through 4: 30–45-minute On-going Coaching Calls (OCC) for continued support and accountability to reach intentions.

ON-GOING HEALTH AND WELL-BEING COACHING PACKAGES

On-going Health and Well-being coaching packages are for existing clients who have finished an introductory package and are looking for continued support and coaching to accomplish an intention/goal.
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12 weekly 45- minute appointments (OCC)
4 weekly 45-minute appointments (OCC)

PRIVATE YOGA LESSONS

Private yoga lessons at Yoga Recover are designed for students who want to deepen their practice and improve alignment through individualized instruction. Work one-on-one with a certified instructor trained in both the Original Hot 26 & 2 Bikram Yoga and LifePower Ashtanga Vinyasa traditions. Each session includes use of mats, towels, shower access, water, and a heated room set to the optimal temperature for each style.  Contact Preventionistas@gmail.com for details.  

*All private and semi-private lessons are by appointment only.

Experience the transformative power of the original Bikram Yoga sequence in a fully personalized, 90-minute private session. This class follows the traditional 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises, practiced in a heated environment to promote deep stretching, detoxification, and mental clarity. Perfect for beginners, returning practitioners, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Bikram method. Increase strength, flexibility, and balance with focused and individualized attention tailored to your pace and alignment. Whether you're building a strong foundation or refining your technique, this private session is the space to grow, sweat, and thrive.
Build strength, flexibility, and focus with this energizing, breath-driven flow based on the Ashtanga Primary Series. This shortened practice delivers the core benefits of traditional Ashtanga in a more accessible format—perfect for all levels. You'll get a full 75-minute guided short-form consistent meditative sequence with one-on-one instruction tailored to your pace and alignment. The room is heated to support flexibility and purification and breathwork. Postural correction and asana modifications will be provided as needed. Whether you're building a strong foundation or refining your technique, this private session is the space to grow, sweat, and thrive.
Experience the transformative power of the original Bikram Yoga sequence in a fully personalized, 90-minute private session. This class follows the traditional 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises, practiced in a heated environment to promote deep stretching, detoxification, and mental clarity. Perfect for beginners, returning practitioners, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Bikram method. Increase strength, flexibility, and balance with focused and individualized attention tailored to your pace and alignment. Whether you're building a strong foundation or refining your technique, this private session is the space to grow, sweat, and thrive.
Build strength, flexibility, and focus with this energizing, breath-driven flow based on the Ashtanga Primary Series. This shortened practice delivers the core benefits of traditional Ashtanga in a more accessible format—perfect for all levels. You'll get a full 75-minute guided short-form consistent meditative sequence with one-on-one instruction tailored to your pace and alignment. The room is heated to support flexibility and purification and breathwork. Postural correction and asana modifications will be provided as needed. Whether you're building a strong foundation or refining your technique, this private session is the space to grow, sweat, and thrive.
Enjoy a powerful 90-minute Bikram Yoga session designed for couples, family members, or close friends looking to share a transformative wellness experience together. In this semi-private setting, you'll receive personalized guidance through the classic 26-posture series and two breathing exercises. Ideal for all levels, this session fosters connection, focus, and well-being in a supportive and intimate environment.
Enjoy a powerful 75-minute LifePower Ashtanga based breath-driven flow designed for couples, family members, or close friends looking to share a transformative wellness experience together. In this semi-private setting, you'll receive personalized guidance to build strength, flexibility, and focus with this shortened practice delivering the core benefits of traditional Ashtanga in a more accessible format—perfect for all levels. This session fosters connection, focus, and well-being in a supportive and intimate environment.
After the Introductory New Client 1-Month Special or a minimum of 4 Individual Private lessons continue to deepen and refine your practice with private lessons. All private and semi-private lessons are by appointment only and will be for 75 to 90 minutes depending on your preferred yoga style. The room is heated to the appropriate temperature and humidity for each tradition.