(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Basics of Plant-Based Eating

Experience Level: Beginner

Learn about how to improve your health by letting go of highly processed foods at Basics of Plant-Based Eating on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. in The Studio.

Instructor Karla Freeze will share the story of how she regained her health by adding more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds to her diet. She will also provide resources and tips for a healthy journey, including the six pillars of health as outlined by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

$25/person. Register here. Registration will close Oct. 29 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email owarren@illinois.edu.

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About the instructor

Karla Freeze credits the plant-based lifestyle she switched to about 12 years ago for greatly improving her health, helping her to reverse ailments including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, psoriasis, sleep apnea, while also helping her lose weight.

“Plant-based education is my passion,” she said.

Karla has done many educational sessions throughout central Illinois and worked with an international dining services company in presenting health sessions in Dallas and Houston.

About The Farms

The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, outdoor education, science, storytelling, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

See the complete Fall schedule here.