Culinary Medicine Products and Programming
The Health meets Food team offers both virtual and in-person hands-on Culinary Medicine classes as well as the yearly Culinary Medicine Conference.
For virtual programming, participants use Zoom to gather, collaborate, cook together and discuss case studies. Each module follows the workflow of in-person programming and takes about 3 1/2 hours to complete.
Using this registration system you can purchase tickets for the conference, virtual programming, in-person CME, T-shirts, and aprons as well as access free CME.
For registration problems, questions, or for more event information, please contact Cecilia Hatfield at cecilia@culinarymedicine.org.
Watch the American College of Culinary Medicine Spring 2025 Culinary Medicine Roundtable on Medically Tailored Meals.
Building on conversations started at last year's Health meets Food: The Culinary Medicine Conference, the ACCM convened experts in the field to offer further insight into the history, implementation, public health implications and innovations in the medically tailored meal programs.
After you register the system will lead you to the My Courses page and you can click through to view the event.
AgendaOpening Remarks - Moderator Jean L. Lloyd, MS, RD, National Nutritionist for the Administration for Community Living, Administration on Aging, Older Americans Act Title III program (Retired) Uche Akobundu, PhD, Senior Director, Nutrition - Meals on Wheels America Kofi Essel, MD, MPH, FAAP, Food as Medicine Program Director - Elevance Health Panel Discussion | ||
Carbohydrates and Diabetes - Friday March 14, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ESTIn-person in Latrobe, PAThe Square at Latrobe 100 Excela Health Drive Latrobe, PA 15650There will be no virtual option for this date. Carbohydrates and Diabetes Mellitus: This module focuses on the physiological impact of digesting different types of carbohydrates and assesses the role of certain carbohydrates in promoting satiety, regulating blood glucose and sustaining energy, with a further look into whole grains. In the kitchen we focus on strategies for reducing sugar consumption, especially in snacking, and discuss guidelines for healthier snacking and desserts. | ||
Protein and Vegetarian Diets - Friday March 14, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ESTIn-person in Latrobe, PAThe Square at Latrobe 100 Excela Health Drive Latrobe, PA 15650There will be no virtual option for this date. Protein & Vegetarian Diet: We focus on the biological need for dietary proteins, focusing on essential amino acids and their dietary sources. We outline the dietary needs and sources of protein and focus on vegetarian diets, possible nutritional deficiencies and the ways vegetarians and vegans can ensure adequate protein intake. In the kitchen we prepare vegetarian meals, focusing on satiety and complementary proteins. | ||
Introduction to Culinary Medicine - Thursday March 13, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ESTIn-person in Latrobe, PAThe Square at Latrobe 100 Excela Health Drive Latrobe, PA 15650There will be no virtual option for this date. Introduction to Culinary Medicine: We present an outline of both the Mediterranean and DASH diets and examine recent sources and studies examining the effectiveness of both in terms of treating diet-related illnesses. We also review methods of communicating these principles to patients along with an introduction to basic kitchen safety and knife handling skills. | ||
The conference will take place June 5 through June 8, 2025.
This year's gathering will be in New Orleans, LA.
There will be an online streaming option using a virtual conference platform that will allow for a conference experience including lectures and expert panels but not the culinary skills-building programming, and small group interactions with your colleagues.
$50.00 off for those in academia and non-physicians including RDs, nurses, pharmacists, certified diabetic educators, chefs, and those working in foodservice. Use the code welovelegumes-2025 at checkout to receive the discount.
There will be an online streaming option using a virtual conference platform that will allow for a conference experience including lectures, expert panels, culinary skills-building programming and small group interactions with your colleagues.
No refunds are offered after April 30, 2025.
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Join the American College of Culinary Medicine for our Fall 2024 Culinary Medicine Roundtable on Thursday, November 21 at 5:00 PM Eastern time.
Building on conversations started at this year's Health meets Food: The Culinary Medicine Conference the ACCM is convening experts in the field to offer further insight into the history, implementation, public health implications and innovations in the school lunch program.
You will receive an email with a Zoom registration link before the event. | ||
Module 6 – Sodium, Potassium, and Renal Homeostasis – September 12, 2025 4 pm – 7:30 pm EST via Zoom Sodium, Potassium, and Hypertension: September 12, 2025 4 pm - 7:30 pm EST via ZoomAttendees examine the physiological effects of high-sodium diets and their prevalence in American culture and take a more in-depth look at the DASH diet, including studies examining its efficacy in reducing the need for medication in hypertensive subjects. In the kitchen we discuss the principles of flavor building and balancing in cooking while exploring salt’s role in flavor. We cook reduced-sodium dinner options while discussing ways to reduce and replace sodium in meals. Recipe shown: Chicken Fajita Bowl | ||
Introduction to Culinary Medicine: September 13, 2025 12 pm - 3:30 pm EST via ZoomWe present an outline of both the Mediterranean and DASH diets and examine recent sources and studies examining the effectiveness of both in terms of treating diet-related illnesses. We also review methods of communicating these principles to patients along with an introduction to basic kitchen safety and knife handling skills. Recipe shown: Spaghetti with Lentils (#4) | ||
The Pediatric Diet: October 18, 2025 12 pm - 3:30 pm EST via ZoomWe discuss pediatric nutrition and examine childhood obesity statistics and consequences. We also examine common pediatric diets,their shortcomings, and provide guidelines for healthy alternatives, with a brief look at infant feeding. In the kitchen we look at the idea of “kid-friendly” meals and prepare different kid-friendly recipes. Recipe shown: Butternut Squash and White Bean Quesadilla | ||
Fats: October 19, 2025 3 pm - 6:30 pm EST via ZoomIn this lesson we look at the physiological effects of different types of dietary fats in the body and common dietary sources of these fats. In the kitchen we focus on the purpose of fats in cooking, explore viable replacements and substitutions for culinary fats, and prepare meals utilizing fat replacers. We also cover nutrient and energy density, meal planning and healthy shopping habits, and how you can utilize this information to inspire positive change in your patients. Recipe shown: Creamy Chicken Salad with Apples and Raisins | ||
Anti Inflammatory Diet: November 7, 2025 4 pm - 7:30 pm EST via ZoomIn this module attendees will learn about the relationship between foods, advanced glycation end products, and free radicals. We will review the evidence about the role of diet in heart disease, stroke, COPD, cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and kidney failure, as well as the inflammatory pathways and where food fits in it. We will also present the evidence showing a relationship between advanced glycation end products, free radicals, and degenerative disorders. Recipe shown: One Pot Bean Chili | ||
Carbohydrates & Diabetes: November 8, 2025 12 pm - 3:30 pm EST via ZoomThis module focuses on the physiological impact of digesting different types of carbohydrates and assesses the role of certain carbohydrates in promoting satiety, regulating blood glucose and sustaining energy, with a further look into whole grains. In the kitchen we focus on strategies for reducing sugar consumption, especially in snacking, and discuss guidelines for healthier snacking and desserts. Recipe shown: Quinoa Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce | ||
This in-person programming will be held at:
Seva Teaching Kitchen
There will be no virtual option for this date. Introduction to Culinary Medicine: We present an outline of both the Mediterranean and DASH diets and examine recent sources and studies examining the effectiveness of both in terms of treating diet-related illnesses. We also review methods of communicating these principles to patients along with an introduction to basic kitchen safety and knife handling skills. | ||
A guide and recipes for those who have GERD / Acid Reflux. | ||
Over 50 GERD-friendly recipes so you can eat great food and eat healthy, in PDF format. | ||
With The Mediterranean Diet Score Cookbook for Coumadin® Users, you’ll learn about the Mediterranean Diet, the healthiest, most varied style of eating on the planet, while also managing your Vitamin K intake. In PDF format. | ||
With The Mediterranean Diet Score Cookbook for Coumadin® Users, you’ll learn about the Mediterranean Diet, the healthiest, most varied style of eating on the planet, while also managing your Vitamin K intake. | ||
This cookbook is designed with easy, delicious recipes that make just one or two servings. In PDF format. | ||
This cookbook is designed with easy, delicious recipes that make just one or two servings. | ||
This cookbook for Coumadin users includes 88 vegetable side dish and main course recipes - all delicious, healthy, and safe for those who need to manage their Vitamin K intake. In PDF format. | ||
Easy, healthy, low-sodium recipes for those who need to be on a low sodium (salt) diet. In PDF format. | ||
Easy, healthy, low-sodium recipes for those who need to be on a low sodium (salt) diet. | ||
This cookbook for Coumadin users includes 88 vegetable side dish and main course recipes - all delicious, healthy, and safe for those who need to manage their Vitamin K intake. | ||
Over 800 foods and the amount of Vitamin K they contain, listed alphabetically and also by amount. In PDF format. | ||
Find out the amount of Vitamin K in over 800 common foods in this handy paperback. | ||
Thank you for considering donation! | ||
This in-person programming will be held at:
KUMC CTSU Fairway Kitchen
4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Fairway, KS 66205
There will be no virtual option for this date. Sodium, Potassium, and Renal Homeostasis: Attendees examine the physiological effects of high-sodium diets and their prevalence in American culture and take a more in-depth look at the DASH diet, including studies examining its efficacy in reducing the need for medication in hypertensive subjects. In the kitchen we discuss the principles of flavor building and balancing in cooking while exploring salt's role in flavor. We cook reduced-sodium dinner options while discussing ways to reduce and replace sodium in meals. Recipe shown: Chicken Fajita Bowl | ||
This in-person programming will be held at:
KUMC CTSU Fairway Kitchen
4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Fairway, KS 66205
There will be no virtual option for this date. Introduction to Culinary Medicine: We present an outline of both the Mediterranean and DASH diets and examine recent sources and studies examining the effectiveness of both in terms of treating diet-related illnesses. We also review methods of communicating these principles to patients along with an introduction to basic kitchen safety and knife handling skills. Recipe shown: Spaghetti with Lentils (#4) | ||
There will be no virtual option for this date.
This in-person programming will be held as part of Health meets Food: The Culinary Medicine Conference at the Prince Georges Community College.
Recipe shown: Spaghetti with Lentils (#4) |
Income from our classes, applications, and book sales goes directly to support the mission of American College of Culinary Medicine, including curriculum and conferences.
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Dinner for Two (paperback)
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The Mediterranean Diet Score Cookbook for Coumadin Users
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Module 1 – Introduction to Culinary Medicine – September 13, 2025 12 pm – 3:30 pm EST via Zoom
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Module 16 – Anti Inflammatory Diet – November 7, 2025 4 pm – 7:30 pm EST via Zoom
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Module 3 – Fats – October 19, 2025 3 pm – 6:30 pm EST via Zoom
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Module 6 – Sodium, Potassium, and Renal Homeostasis – September 12, 2025 4 pm – 7:30 pm EST via Zoom
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Module 7 – Carbohydrates & Diabetes – November 8, 2025 12 pm – 3:30 pm EST via Zoom
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Module 8 – The Pediatric Diet – October 18, 2025 12 pm – 3:30 pm EST via Zoom
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