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.
Introduction to Culinary Medicine: Saturday March 14, 2026 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.25 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
IBS/IBD/GERD: Friday July 17, 2026 4 pm - 7:30 pm EST via ZoomWe will examine the prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and gastroesophageal reflux disease in the United States as well their symptoms and how to differentiate between these diseases of the digestive tract. We will discuss the FODMAP (Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Mono-saccharides And Polyols) diet and recognize which foods contain high FODMAP content and which foods contain a low FODMAP content.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.0 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Celiac Disease: Saturday August 15, 2026 12 pm - 3:30 pm EST via ZoomThis module is a detailed overview of Celiac Disease, including diagnosis and treatment. The course includes a review of the evidence on non-Celiac gluten sensitivity. We also review the key points behind the pathophysiology and clinical workup for celiac disease as well as the co-morbidities associated with celiac disease. Attendees will learn about the psychosocial aspects of gluten sensitivity and cook gluten-free recipes in the kitchen.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.0 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Protein and Vegetarian Diets: Sunday August 16, 2026 3 pm - 6:30 pm EST via ZoomWe 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.0 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Sodium, Potassium, and Renal Homeostasis: Friday September 11, 2026 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.25 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Introduction to Culinary Medicine: Saturday September 12, 2026 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.25 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
The Pediatric Diet: A Family Approach to Healthy Children: Saturday October 17, 2026 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.75 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Fats: Sunday October 18, 2026, 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.25 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Anti Inflammatory Diet: Friday November 13, 2026 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.5 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME | ||
Carbohydrates & Diabetes: Saturday November 14, 2026 3 pm - 6:30 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.Credits: Video Lecture/Quiz: 1.25 CME | Hands On: 3.0 CME |
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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The Mediterranean Diet Score Cookbook for Coumadin Users
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