As part of the UCI Human Resources Wellness Program, the UCI Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI) partnered to launch the UCI Culinary Health FREE webinar series for all UCI employees and special guests.
Formerly known as Culinary Medicine, this new series is still based on the UCI School of Medicine Culinary Medicine curriculum. Each 50-minute workshop includes an educational lecture by either Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Samueli scholar and associate professor of molecular biology and biochemistry, or another lecturer from the Samueli Institute. After the lecture, Jessica VanRoo, CCMP, NBC-HWC, executive chef at the Samueli Institute, demonstrates an original recipe related to the topic presented.
Upcoming Webinars
Contact
Kamber Lamoureux: lamourek@hs.uci.edu
Past Webinars
Microbiome 101 and Healthy Aging
Presented by Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Samueli Scholar and associate professor, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo, CCMP, NBC-HWC, on September 13, 2024.
- Watch the Recording
- Recipes: Spicy Beet Salad, Multiseed Crackers, Dark Chocolate Berry Bark
- Key Takeaways
Presented by Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Chancellor’s Fellow and Associate Professor, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on May 17, 2024.
Herbs That Support Our Digestion
Presented by Sanaz Demehry, PA-C, MS, UCI Health SSIHI Integrative and Herbal Medicine Practitioner, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on April 19, 2024.
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- Recipes for Rosemary Ginger Nuts, Ginger Star Anise Soy Sauce Braise, and Instant Pot Kitchari
- Key Takeaways
Presented by Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Chancellor’s Fellow and Associate Professor, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on March 15, 2024.
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- Recipes for Keto Low Carb Crisp Bread, Romesco Spinach Mushroom Egg Bake and Avocado Brownie.
- Key Takeaways
Herbs for Blood Sugar and Inflammation
Presented by Sanaz Demehry, PA-C, MS, UCI Health SSIHI Integrative and Herbal Medicine Practitioner, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on February 16, 2024.
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- Recipes for Vietnamese-Inspired Cinnamon and Lemongrass Chicken Stew, Light Chamomile Pound Cake and Homemade Bitters
- Key Takeaways
Presented by Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Chancellor’s Fellow and Associate Professor, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on January 12, 2024.
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- Recipes for Crunchy Thai-Spiced Cashew Quinoa Salad, Lemongrass Lentil Kebab, and Black Bean Oatmeal Nut Truffles
- Key Takeaways
Herbs That Fortify the Immune System
Presented by Sanaz Demehry, PA-C, MS, UCI Health SSIHI Integrative and Herbal Medicine Practitioner, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on December 8, 2023.
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- Recipes for Chinese Chicken Soup with Astragalus and Mushrooms, Elderberry Thyme Syrup, Elderberry Vegan Gummy, Quick Marinated Lemon Thyme Mushrooms
- Key Takeaways
Presented by Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Chancellor’s Fellow and Associate Professor, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on November 17, 2023.
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- Recipes for Lentil Tabbouleh Salad with Flaxseed Crackers, Bean Dip Formula, and Rich Chocolate Black Bean Cookies
- Key Takeaways
Herbs that Cultivate an Environment for the Microbiome
Presented by Sanaz Demehry, PA-C, MS, UCI Health SSIHI Integrative and Herbal Medicine Practitioner, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on October 6, 2023.
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- Recipes for Artichoke Leaf Soup, Ginger Burdock Root Stir Fry and Popping Mango Boba (Alginate)
- Key Takeaways
Human Microbiome Through the Lifespan
Presented by Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Chancellor’s Fellow and Associate Professor, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on September 8, 2023.
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- Recipes for Curried Lentil Pumpkin Soup and Easy Frozen Kefir Bark
- Key Takeaways
Acupoints to Improve Mental Focus
Presented by J. Matthew Brand, LAc, C.SMA, acupuncturist, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on July 21, 2023.
- Recipes for Stir-Fried Bitter Melon with Egg and Indian Spiced Bitter Gourd
- Key Takeaways
Presented by Michelle Luhan, MS, RD, CDN, dietitian and nutrition counseling, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on May 19, 2023.
Presented by Theresa Nutt, MA, BSN, HNB-BC, NBC-HWC, director of Health and Wellness Coaching, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on April 21, 2023.
Presented by Ryan McNally, ND, MS, PA, SSIHI Naturopathic Doctor and Assistant Director of Integrative Health Education, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on March 17, 2023.
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- Recipes for Pumpkin Seed and Cashew Crusted Salmon with Herbed Cauliflower Rice and Black Bean Pumpkin Brownie.
- Five Key Takeaways
Presented by Sanaz Demehry, MS, PA-SC, SSIHI Physician Assistant and Herbalist, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on Feb. 17, 2023.
Food Myths: What Do We Believe?
Presented by Miki Purnell, MD, ABoIM, ABFM, ABIHM, SSIHI Integrative Medicine, and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on Jan. 20, 2023.
How Much Should I Exercise?
Presented by Judy Lee Vogt, MD, SSIHI Primary Care Concierge Physician and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on Dec. 16, 2022.
What Is Culinary Medicine?
Presented by Shipra Bansal, MD, dABLM, SSIHI Lifestyle Medicine and SSIHI Executive Chef Jessica VanRoo on Nov. 18, 2023.
Previous classes formerly hosted by UCI Campus Recreation are here.
