COMMITMENT TO HEALTH

For Permanent Weight Loss & Positive Change

Marian's unique, multi-dimensional approach isn't just about choosing wholesome foods. It isn't about portion sizes or avoiding temptation. It isn't about deprivation. It's about Knowing Nutrition. Shopping Healthy. Keeping a Positive Pantry. Cooking Smart. Even changing the way you chew -- and rewiring other habits of body and mind that work against your weight-loss goals every day. Together, you and Marian tackle your old habits and replace them with new ones you can love. But old habits die hard. It takes commitment to make a real, permanent change. Marian knows this - and works with you every step of the way.

Don't cook but think you might like to try?

Already cooking and want to find a better way to make healthier, tastier meals?

Either way, here's your chance to have fun and learn easy shortcuts to putting healthy meals on your table

Tofu, Tempeh, & Other Vegetarian Proteins

Discover the versatility of these delicious alternatives. Make BBQ Tempeh, Smoky Tofu Cheese, Tempeh Tuna, Tofu Scramble, Fajita Sauté, Chicken-less Patties and Chocolate Pudding.

Tofu, Tempeh, & Other Vegetarian Proteins II

Soy products give you an incredible amount of protein and let you enjoy your old favorites without the fat and calories. Try Tofu Spinach Dumplings, Sloppy Joes, Spiced Tofu, Lemon Tempeh Triangles, Tofu Mushroom Stroganoff and Whipped Cream Mousse.

Tofu and You

There's no end to the yummy dishes you can create with health-conscious tofu. Add these dishes to your cookbook: Tofu-Jasmine Rice, Chinese Ginger Tofu, Southwestern Cornbread Quiche, Creamy Ranchero Dressing, Creamy Salsa Dip and Tofu Chocolate Cheesecake.

Macrobiotics Cooking Principles

Take charge of your health through food. Eat and live well with macrobiotics, which means "large life". Once you learn the chemistry of food principles, you can apply it to all the recipes you see in natural food cookbooks. Learn to cook Perfect Brown Rice, Black Beans with Mustard Sauce, Ginger Veggies, Sesame Seed Salt, Hubbard Squash with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds and Apple Crisp.

Low-Fat & Fast Cooking

Let cooking be healthy and fun - and fast - to accommodate your jam-packed schedule. Learn to prepare tasty dishes in amounts that will allow a healthy meal and enough leftovers for your next-day lunch. Treat your taste buds with dishes such as Light Curry Rice Salad, Sautéed Greens and Garlic, Plantain and Okra Stew, Green Beans and Jicama Salad, and Tempeh Chili.

Healthy Desserts

Desserts don't have to be a dirty word for dieters. Learn how to prepare satisfying meal finales such as Blueberry Crisp, Lemon Cream Fruit Tart, Zucchini Muffins, Fruit and Nut Candy, and Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies.

Heart Healthy Thanksgiving

Enjoy this traditional meal without the traditional guilt. Discover dishes that are emotionally satisfying but don't play havoc with high blood pressure or cholesterol. You'll learn how easy they are to prepare, and how they benefit your body. Dishes include Wild Rice Pilaf, Tofu Turkey, Watercress Salad, Cranberry Orange Sauce, Cornbread Stuffing with Marian’s Mushroom Gravy and Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes.

Salads & Raw Foods Cuisine

Get out of the kitchen; stay out of the fry pan. Enjoy the increased feeling of wellness you'll get by consuming delicious combinations of fresh fruit and vegetables. Learn to make salads that are the picture of health. Dishes include Jicama and Carrot Salad, Almond Cheese and Walnut Paté, Golden Corn Salad and Avocado Dream Salad.

Mexican Cuisine

The most nutritious, healthy Mexican food you’ll ever eat! Try Mexican Cumin Rice, Taco Salad, Jicama Appetizer, Tempeh and Bean Burritos, and Enchilada Casserole.

Middle Eastern Cuisine

Bring your taste buds alive with the aromatic smells of Middle Eastern cooking. Learn to prepare Tabouli Salad, Hummus, Orange and Radish Salad, Baked Falafel with Tahini Sauce, Babaganoush and Walnut-Honey Phyllo Roll-up.

Lectures . . .

Be Healthy, Feel Great

12 Keys to Optimum Health, Key to really loosing weight, Chemistry – how does your body metabolize and function, Ago old secrets from our ancestors as far back as biblical times, life changing tips on how to get off the SAD diet (Standard American Diet) and make long lasting food choices, easy tools to stay on track, stretching and breathing techniques, daily habit support system, plus healthy snacks.

Up Your Vitality

You can have all the energy you want! Learn the foods and herbs that energize you. No matter what your health challenge may be, learn which foods, herbs, and supplements support you and your body. Changing the way you choose foods can easily be used to get rid of that afternoon slump, and the feeling of that heavy cement block you pull around all day. You will be amazed at how many things you can do to get life into your body.

Natural Weight Loss & Nutrition

No more diets! Great Vitality! 12 fantastic keys to loosing weight. Learn how body chemistry / your metabolism works and how to get healthier while having more vitality. Discover how to build ever - lasting habits to stay on track. Please bring a 1 day food diary.

Who is eating with you or how to keep from being a toxic waste dump

Cleanse, Detox, - Let go of all the junk you have been eating all of your life! Why is it important to detoxify and cleanse the body? We will learn all the different methods for cleaning and the herbs that you use an why. We will also discuss parasites, fungus, and bacteria -what fun. Each person will leave knowing the protocol that will best support you.

Commitment To Health

A six week course.

Natural Medicine Cabinet

Confused by the vast array of vitamins and herbs on the health store shelf? Learn about the herbs, food supplements and products that enhance nutrient function. Learn about remedies for headaches, backaches, stomach aches, allergies, cuts, burns, pain, and even the blues!

Children & Health: A Natural Approach

Runny noses, dark circles under the eyes, earaches, fat children, temper tantrums, learning difficulties— try an approach that is so easy and simple to help your children be healthy and well every day. They could be allergic to the outdoors, have Candida (too much yeast in their systems), or just be eating the wrong foods. Learn simple, natural herbal remedies to help both them and you stay well and healthy.

For Females Only: Foods & Herbs That Support You

Take charge of your wellness. This is for any female discomfort—urinary tract infections, PMS, menopause, breast cancer wellness and more. Follow the path of our ancestors who used herbs, special teas, aromatherapy, special vitamins and food to keep themselves healthy and fit. The class will give special attention to you and your condition.