Whole Foods Market Workshop

You’re interested in a plant-based diet but confused about what to eat.
You want to make healthier food decisions but you’re intimidated by health food stores.
You want clarity about all the different labels: GMOs, organic/non-organic, gluten free, vegan, cruelty free, etc.

How to save money on a plant-based diet.
How to pick up a food or product and quickly determine if it’s safe to consume or full of dangerous ingredients.
When to buy organic and when it’s ok to buy non-organic produce.
How to choose vegan and cruelty free personal care items such as makeup, body wash, shampoo, conditioners, lotions, cleaning products, etc.
How to save money buying items such as beans, quinoa, rice, nuts in the bulk section. And how to store these items properly at home.
How to choose healthier versions of sweeteners such as rice syrup, coconut sugar, maple syrup, coconut nectar.
The difference between the various plant-based “meats” such as tempeh, tofu and seitan and tips on how to prepare them.
The difference between the various plant-based milks such as almond milk, cashew milk, soy milk, rice milk, flax milk, coconut milk and the best days to use each.
An overview of the different types of vegan cheese and tips on how to use them in recipes.
An overview of raw and fermented foods and how to incorporate these foods into your diet.

Investment: $99 for a 2 hour workshop
We’ll meet at Whole Foods Market, Seattle (South Lake Union or Interbay). Whole Foods Market has the best selection and variety of plant-based products.