In a nutshell (pardon the pun), raw, living foods have not been processed or cooked above 104°F (40°C). Although food cooked above these temperatures may still contain vitamins and minerals, the digestive enzymes and essential fats within it will have been damaged or destroyed. We need enzymes for vital chemical processes in the body including those providing energy and those aiding digestion. As we are born with a finite number of these enzymes it is important to replenish our stores as they are used up in times of physical and emotional illness and during physical exercise and we can only obtain them from food. In the same way, essential fats can only be obtained from a healthy diet and when ingested in their raw state, their multiple properties are conserved and they help mop up toxins in the body.
Introduction to Raw Chocolate
Course contentBrief presentation on the health benefits of raw chocolate.
Learn to prepare 6 recipes using raw chocolate such as chocolate truffles, individual chocolates, chocolate mousse tart and chocolate muffins. No specific equipment necessary - just a food processor.
Once you gain confidence with the core ingredients, you will be able to invent your own chocolate recipes.
Duration: Approx 3 hrsTime: Fridays and Saturdays on demand in Halifax. Minimum 1 person, maximum 4.
Fee: £30 Non-refundable deposit of £10 on booking and the remainder 1 week before the course date by cheque.
Chocolate making taster kits will be available for sale on the day.
Price includes tuition with a qualified Raw Food Coach, quality raw ingredients, packaged samples and a recipe folder.
Introduction to Raw Food
Course content Brief presentation on the benefits of raw/living foods.
Course content may include:- Vegetables noodles with sauce
- Sea vegetable and avocado salad
- Seed pâté
- Nut hummus
- Blueberry pie
- Chocolate mousse
- Fruit cobbler
I have decided not to provide a fixed recipe list as people have varying preferences and prior knowledge and therefore prefer to personalise the course in relation to the client's individual requirements.
Equipment necessary to prepare these recipes at home: food processor, nut grinder, spiralizer. If you wish to attend this course, I would ask your preferences as to what you would like to learn. Some people, for example, don't have a sweet tooth at all so I would concentrate on savoury recipes.
Duration: Approx 5 hrsTime: Fridays and Saturdays on demand in Halifax. Minimum 1 person, maximum 4.
Fee: £55 Non-refundable deposit of £25 on booking and the remainder 1 week before the course date by cheque.
Price includes tuition with a qualified Raw Food Coach, quality raw ingredients, packaged
samples to take home and a recipe folder.
Intermediate Raw Food Course
Aimed at those with prior knowledge and experience of preparing simple raw living food recipes and who wish to learn how to prepare more elaborate dishes using in some cases, a dehydrator. There will also be a short presentation on the health benefits of Irish moss and the unique qualities this ingredient has in creating spectacular desserts.
Equipment needed: Food processor, nut/seed grinder, high-powered blender, dehydrator.
Course content- Calzone stuffed with marinated greens, salsa and nut cheeze.
- Squash and cumin flatbread
- Flapjacks
- Burgers
- Vanilla ice-cream
- Simple cheezecake
- Marbled cheezecake
- Dessert using Irish moss
Time: Friday and Saturday (non-residential) in Halifax. The course lasts 2 days to account for the usage of a dehydrator and the preparation time of some recipes. Minimum 1 person, maximum 4.
Fee: £125 Non-refundable deposit of £40 on booking and the remainder 1 week before the course date by cheque.
Price includes tuition with a qualified Raw Food Coach, quality raw ingredients, packaged samples to take home and a recipe folder.
Please note that cats do live in the house, although they will be absent from the ground floor on the day. Something to bear in mind if you have an allergy. For those with a disability, please be aware that toilet facilities are on the first floor.
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Heather Sturmel Dip. Hyp. N.H.F. Adv. Dip. Nutritional Therapy Raw Food Coaching Hypnotherapy for Weight Loss Please Phone or Text: 07731 745000 Add Me to your contacts Email: hsturmel@yahoo.co.uk |