- 03/23/2010 | 6:00 PM Introductory Conference Call
- 03/24/2010 | 6:00 PM Vitality Juice Fasting: A Spring Cleanse...
- 03/24/2010 | 6:30 PM "Lite Comfort Food" - Is it an oxymoron?...
- 04/06/2010 | 5:30 PM Spring Cooking with Kale (Free Class)
- 04/07/2010 | 1:15 PM Breast Thermography Lecture
What's New
Bauman College partners with local Farmer's Markets to highlight the newest local produce. Come check out Bauman College cooking demonstrations this week.
In Berkeley at the Ecology Center Farmer's Market on 3/16: Roasted Beet Carpaccio with Feta and Blood Oranges. In Santa Rosa (monthly) at the Vet's Building on 3/20: Cooking for Digestive Health.
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Susan Arthur, B.A., N.C. Nutrition Educator and Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Santa Cruz) and Distance Learning Mentor  Susan is a Bauman College Certified Nutrition Consultant. She has a B.A. in Psychology from Sacramento State University with an emphasis on nutrition and eating behaviors. Susan has worked in the field of nutritional health for more than 20 years. Much of her experience has been in the areas of weight management, blood sugar issues, eating disorders and addictions. She established her private practice, Transformations in Health, in 1998. Her work and her passion is to help people understand the personal benefits of healthier living and to assist them in designing a lifestyle that supports the changes necessary to achieve a higher level of well-being.Sondra Barrett, Ph.D. Laura Bartron, B.S., N.C.  Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Berkeley)Laura received her B.S. in Holistic Nutrition from the Clayton College of Natural Health in 1999. She went on to obtain certification as a Diet Counselor, Nutrition Educator, Nutrition Consultant, and Nutrition Instructor from IET/Bauman College. Laura works for Renaissance ClubSport training site directors on the marketing and delivery of her innovative 12-week New Shape Weight Management Program in California, Oregon and Nevada. Anasuya Basil, N.C., Dipl. ABT, CST Distance Learning Mentor  Anasuya directs My Body Wisdom, a holistic health practice since 1996 specializing in strengthening women’s wellness and relieving chronic pain. She is a Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant and is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition. Anasuya was on the faculty of the Acupressure Institute in Berkeley for 8 years teaching traditional Chinese medicine theory applications for women’s health, as well as nutrition for pain and depression. She is board certified as a Diplomate in Asian Bodywork Therapy (NCCAOM) and certified by the Upledger Institute in CranioSacral Therapy. Anasuya’s indepth study of handson treatments gives her a vivid sense of the connection between the physical body, nutritional intake, and the mental state. She is also a certified Permaculture Designer with a passion for gardening and nature awareness. Edward Bauman, M.Ed., Ph.D. Executive Director, Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Penngrove)  Dr. Bauman has a Masters in Education from the University of Massachusetts, and a Ph.D. in Health Promotion from the University of New Mexico, with original research on Breast Cancer Prevention. He has been a nutrition educator, practitioner, and Director of the Berkeley Holistic Health Center and Heartwood College Wellness Clinic. Dr. Bauman was co-editor of the Holistic Health Handbook and Holistic Health Lifebook, and author of Confronting Cancer in Our Community, Recipes and Remedies for Rejuvenation Cookbook, the Eating For Health Reader, and Eating for Health: Your Guide to Vitality and Optimal Health. He is the Director of Bauman College and is involved in administration, teacher training, and curriculum development. Dr. Bauman is also the Director of Bauman Nutrition, a clinical nutrition group offering personalized whole foods consulting and holistic services. Nancy Birang, B.S., MT, ASCP, N.C. Nutrition Educator and Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Santa Cruz)  Nancy holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Northeastern University and has completed state certified programs in nutrition and western and Chinese herbs. She is an IET/Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant and instructor of holistic nutrition with over thirty years experience in the healthcare field. As a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist, she has worked around the world in hospitals, research labs, and biotechnology companies. Nancy has a private practice in Los Gatos, California, where she enjoys educating, empowering, and supporting clients in making the necessary changes to improve health and well being. In her community, she gives talks on menopause management and other topics relevant to holistic nutrition.Jacquelyn Buchanan, N.E. Natural Chef Instructor (Penngrove)  Chef Jacquelyn is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco and Maryville College, Tennessee, and a graduate of the Nutrition Educator Program at Bauman College. Jacquelyn is currently the Director of Culinary Development at Laura Chenel's Chevre in Sonoma, CA. Jacquelyn comes well rehearsed with more than twenty years of culinary experience in restaurant, catering and corporate positions. She has worked at such renowned establishments as Hayes Street Grill in San Francisco, The General’s Daughter in Sonoma and George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch.Lynne Condé, P.H.N., M.S.N.  Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Penngrove) Lynne has worked with chemically dependent clients within inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, and also as a surgical and diabetic teaching nurse. She works for Bauman College in community education and outreach, promoting Eating for Health and sustainability in nutrition. Lynne has taught Nursing courses at Sonoma State University, currently teaches in the Nutrition Educator and Nutrition Consultant programs at Bauman College and works with Santa Rosa Junior College in the Health Sciences Program. Cathy Crystal, B.Ed  ., N.C.Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Santa Cruz) and Distance Learning Mentor Cathy received her Bachelors degree in Education from the University of Miami in 1976 and her Nutrition Consultant certification from IET/Bauman College in 1994. She is an avid organic gardener, musician, natural food chef, herbalist, and the creator of Nutritional Alchemy Herbal Products. She is the Academic Manager and Distance Learning Administrator for Bauman College, as well as an Instructor at the Santa Cruz school location. Kathy Cummins, N.E. Natural Chef Instructor (Santa Cruz)  Chef Kathy is an IET/Bauman College certified Diet Counselor and Nutrition Educator. Her passion for nutrition and cooking began with her studies in Jr. College and resulted in becoming an activist for organic and backyard farming. She was the founder of Happy Trails Catering, specializing in wholesome food for concert musicians. She acted as lead chef at Sequoia Retreat Center in Santa Cruz, California and also served as a baker at the Blue Sun Cafe in Boulder Creek, California. Kathy works in recipe development and preparation of healthy foods to-go for Santa Cruz's Natural Foods Market. She mentors and serves in her community through nutritional education and cooking instruction and active support for organic farmers. Emily Dashiell, B.S., N.D. Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Santa Cruz) and Distance Learning Mentor  Dr. Emily Dashiell is a licensed doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz. She received her doctoral degree in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. As a Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Dashiell blends conventional medical diagnosis and treatment with the use of natural therapeutics, including dietary and lifestyle counseling, nutritional supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, bio-identical hormones, and Cranio-sacral therapy. The focus of her practice is in women’s health and pediatrics. Karen Diggs, N.C. Natural Chef Instructor (Berkeley) and Distance Learning Mentor  Chef Karen is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy and a Certified Nutrition Consultant from Bauman College. She has worked in many aspects of the culinary world including cooking at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Hong Kong, opening and managing restaurants in Asia and the US, and working with celebrity chefs on many TV cooking shows on PBS. She now combines her love of cooking and knowledge of holistic nutrition to help individuals optimize their health & well-being through private consultations, cooking classes, and public lectures. Jessica Emich, B.A. Natural Chef Instructor (Boulder)  Chef Jessica has been a chef for over ten years. She graduated from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a B.A. in Hotel Restaurant Management. She then moved to San Francisco to study at the California Culinary Academy. After graduating, she moved to Boulder, Colorado to follow her dream and open Trilogy Wine Bar with her two sisters (the three happen to be triplets!). Trilogy has been a local mainstay serving up fresh, organic food for over eight years. Working with local farmers to create menus and creative cuisine is her passion. In addition to teaching at Bauman College, Jessica is currently the Wellness Director at Gold Lake Resort in Ward, CO.Jill Emich B.A. Natural Chef Instructor (Boulder)  Chef Jill has a degree in Hotel Restaurant Management from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. She graduated from the California Culinary Academy and then went on to own a successful downtown restaurant Trilogy Wine Bar and Lounge in Boulder, CO for almost 10 years. Jill is the founder of Blissful Sisters Organic Catering Events in Boulder and leads womens groups and local and international retreats which focus on whole food nutrition and cooking instruction. She is also partners with Gold Lake Resort in Colorado where she helps develop wellness programs and is Communications Director. Diane Fischler, B.A., N.C.  Distance Learning MentorDiane is a Bauman College Certified Nutrition Consultant. She has a B.A. in Anthropology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. She teaches nutrition at the Northern California Functional Restoration Program, a pain management clinic. In addition, she works as a nutritionist at Dr. Kristal's Metabolic Typing Clinic in San Rafael. Diane has a lifelong interest in health and wellness, with an emphasis on stress reduction and cardiovascular health. Jodi Friedlander, M.S., N.C. Distance Learning Mentor  Jodi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies and a California multiple subject teaching credential. She first studied nutrition with Bauman College in 1989 – 1990, where she earned a Nutrition Educator certificate. After working for many years as a jewelry artist, and still maintaining her passion for nutrition, she resumed her education in 2003, earning an M.S. in Holistic Nutrition from Clayton College of Natural Health. A writing internship at Bauman College followed, leading to her entering the N.C. program, completing it in 2008. She is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and has had a private nutrition practice since 2005, specializing in all areas of hormone imbalance for women and men, especially hypothyroid.Marcella Friel, B.A.  Natural Chef Instructor (Penngrove) Chef Marcella received her training in culinary techniques and theories of healing with whole foods from the Natural Gourmet Cookery School in New York, in 1999. Thereafter, she has acquired extensive experience in a variety of culinary settings, including whole foods cooking instruction and kitchen management. Currently, in addition to teaching at Bauman College, Marcella is the kitchen manager at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Marin County, CA.  Nori Hudson, M.S., N.C.Nutrition Educator and Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Berkeley) Nori holds a Bachelors degree in English and a Masters degree in Business Administration and has been an IET/Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant since 2001. She has been studying nutrition for over twelve years. In addition to being on the Berkeley faculty, she continues to teach a course in Graceful Aging twice yearly at the Albany Adult School. Her private practice, Radiant Vitalty is in North Berkeley, CA where she focuses on the health issues of children and the elderly. Brian Keane Natural Chef Instructor (Santa Cruz)  After graduating with honors from the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, Chef Brian started his culinary career under the direction of British Master Chef Tony Baker. Turning his passion into a profession, he has successfully operated his Private Chef and Small Party Gourmet Dining business, Keane’s Cuisine, since 2002. Noticed for his culinary talent and dedication to the profession, he has been invited repeatedly to work at various Food and Wine events around the States, including the prestigious Master’s of Food and Wine at the Highlands Inn, Carmel. Dedicated to providing his clients with the freshest seasonal and organic whole foods available, Brian focuses his talents on the finer elements of healthy and healing cuisine and lifestyles. Laura Knoff, B.S., N.C. Nutrition Educator and Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Berkeley)  Laura holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Florida Atlantic University, and was a Senior Research Associate in the Lipoprotein Group at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory for eight years. She is an IET/Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant and has been studying nutrition since 1975. She is a registered professional member of the National Association of Nutritional Professionals (NANP) and is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition by NANP. She is the author of Veggiewoman's Guide to Health, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free Eating. Laura has a private practice at Labrys Healthcare Circle in Oakland, CA where she promotes individualized, varied, whole foods diets, moderate exercise, and skilled relaxation as the keys to optimal health. Jennifer Lange, B.S., N.C. Natural Chef Instructor (Penngrove)  Chef Jennifer is a Bauman College certified Natural Chef, Nutrition Educator, and Nutrition Consultant. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. After leaving a 15 year career as a public elementary education teacher, she followed her other passions, nutrition and cooking. Jennifer is the Culinary Director for the “Kidz Culinary Academy”, teaches at the Relish Culinary School in Healdsburg, and is the owner of Vital Gourmet, a personal and private chef business specializing in healthy gourmet cuisine and nutritional counseling. Lisa Lanzano, M.S., R.D. Nutrition Educator Instructor (Boulder)  Lisa holds a B.S. degree in Nutrition and Food Management from Oregon State University, and a M.S. degree in Gerontology, with an emphasis in Physiology and Nutrition, from the University of Arizona. She is a Registered Dietitian with 10 years experience, focusing on disease prevention and weight management. Lisa is the Director of Nutrition for the Shape Your Life Program, as seen in Shape Magazine. She co-authored the book Better Breast Health for Life! and the Skeletal System and Joint Health chapter in the Integrating Therapeutic and Complementary Nutrition textbook. Lisa has worked as the sole nutritionist for a 15-physician cardiology center in south Denver and is the owner of Essential Nutrition, Inc. in Boulder, where she offers one-on-one nutrition consultations and group workshops. Fern Leaf, MPH, N.C. Distance Learning Mentor  Fern formalized 30 years of personal investigation into both mainstream and alternative healing practices by obtaining Nutrition Consultant certification from Bauman College in 2002. After running a series of public education programs on a number of nutrition related topics, she subsequently received a Master's Degree in Public Health Nutrition with a specialty emphasis on Aging and Public Health from the University of California at Berkeley in 2007. She is now Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition through the HNCB. During an internship with Kaiser Permanente, she facilitated the launch of the Viva Bien Employee Health Promotion campaign to increase healthy behaviors of Latino employees across 11 Kaiser Permanente medical centers in Northern California. Currently Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, Fern also sits on the Bauman College Board of Directors. Erin Livers, B.A., ICNT Nutrition Educator Instructor (Boulder)  Erin holds a B.A. in Journalism from Indiana University and graduated from the Seven Bowls School of Nutrition, Nourishment and Healing in Longmont, CO where she went on to become faculty and Program Director and was instrumental in the school's curriculum development and student nutrition clinic. She also taught nutrition at the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her integrative approach to nutrition therapy combines studies in Nutritional Anthropology, Functional Medicine, Chinese Medicine and Five-Element Theory, Nourishment and Holistic Healing. Erin also offers public workshops and seminars on a variety of health-related topics.Susan J. Machtinger, B.A., J.D., N.C.  Nutrition Educator Instructor (Penngrove)Susan received her B.A. with honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara and her Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University. She is an IET/Bauman College Certified Nutrition Consultant. Susan began passionately studying nutrition when her son was diagnosed with ADHD and she sought to support his healing through proper eating. She continues to counsel children, adolescents and adults who seek better mental focus and concentration in her private practice in Tiburon, CA. Susan also does public lectures throughout the Bay Area. Brigitte Mars Natural Chef Instructor (Boulder)  Chef Brigitte is an internationally known herbalist, raw foodist, and nutritional consultant with over 36 years experience. She is the author of several books, including the best-selling Rawsome!, Beauty by Nature, and The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine. She has hosted a radio show called Naturally on Boulder’s local station, KGNU, for over 20 years. Brigitte has a private practice, as well as teaches for internationally respected institutes such as Naropa University, Esalen Institute, Kripalu, the Mayo Clinic, and the University of Colorado. Lizette Marx, B.A., N.C. Natural Chef Instructor (Berkeley)  Chef Lizette received her B.A. in Journalism from Chico State University. She is a certified Nutrition Consultant and a natural therapeutic chef who has assisted in curriculum development for the Natural Chef Program and is part of the kitchen staff at the Bauman College Vitality Fasting Retreats. Lizette is the founder of Kitchen Treasures, a personal chef and catering company that offers high end, whole food cuisine for special occasions as well as "home cooking" classes. She teaches culinary arts and nutrition classes to high school students at the East Bay Waldorf School and maintains a private nutrition consulting practice in the East Bay Area. Rebecca Mastoris  Natural Chef Instructor (Santa Cruz)Chef Rebecca is a private chef and caterer who has been involved in the culinary arts for over thirty years. She has owned and operated her own restaurant, catered the Santa Cruz Blues Festival for 13 years, and worked as a lead chef at Sequoia Retreat Center and Monte Toyon Retreat Center for 6 years. Rebecca is currently involved with an after school program teaching children about nutrition and cooking.  Catherine McConkie, N.C. Natural Chef Instructor (Berkeley) Chef Catherine is an IET/Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant. She is a graduate of the Natural Gourmet Cookery School in New York and also the South Star Academy of Cooking in San Francisco, CA. She has a private business as a personal whole foods therapeutic chef and has traveled abroad while doing this work. Jennifer Miller, B.A. Natural Chef Instructor (Berkeley)  Chef Jennifer received her B.A. in Political Science from U.C. Davis. She received her TEFL teaching certificate in Spain, where she taught for two years and spent her spare time in the open markets of Barcelona learning all that she could about traditional Mediterranean cuisine. Jennifer's work at Mother's Market and Kitchen, a natural foods market and restaurant, provided her valuable experience in the natural food industry. She received her culinary training from the Bauman College Natural Chef program and upon completion was hired as a Culinary Assistant, where she honed her skills as a chef. Jennifer is currently the Culinary Administrator for the Natural Chef program where she combines her cooking skills with her background in teaching and curriculum development.  Nutrition Educator Instructor, PenngroveMisja is a Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant. She is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition by the HNCB and has served as cochair of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals’ North Bay branch. Misja has a private practice in Petaluma focused on helping children, adolescents, and adults achieve better health through whole food nutrition. She has worked as a Kidz Culinary Academy instructor and has been cooking for and with children since 2004. Misja currently manages a local restaurant focused on serving seasonal, local, organic, and sustainable fare and is an avid organic backyard gardener. Tom  Padrick, M.S., N.C. Distance Learning Mentor Tom received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UC Santa Barbara, and a Master of Science in Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. He is a Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant. Passionate about natural foods, Tom devoted 22 years to the natural products industry. He joined the administrative staff at Bauman College in 1995 and went on to become a senior instructor. Tom currently is the Administrator for the Bauman Nutrition clinic and product division of Bauman College. Ramona Richard, B.A., N.C. Nutrition Educator and Nutrition Consultant Instructor (Santa Cruz)  Ramona graduated with honors from the University of California with a B.A. in Psychology. She holds a teaching credential from the State of California, and is a Bauman College certified Nutrition Consultant. Ramona was a senior instructor at Bauman College from 1996 to 2005, and owner of Radiance, a nutrition consulting company. She served as Director of Education for Sanesco International, Asheville, NC from 2005 to 2008. She has now returned to Bauman College as the Academic Coordinator, working with the curriculum committee on program development and supervising faculty.  Natural Chef Instructor, BoulderChef Christine is a 20 year veteran of the restaurant industry with a professional emphasis on all aspects of restaurant operations. A culinary instructor for the last 10 years and a Bauman Natural Chef graduate with honors, she specializes in teaching and cooking for food allergies. Christine is also a Chef for the Growe Foundation, which implements gardentotable programs and teaches gardening, cooking, nutrition and sustainability in Boulder Valley Elementary Schools in an effort to connect children with the earth and the food on their plate. Trudy Schafer, M.A.
Natural Chef Instructor (Berkeley)  Chef Trudy has a Masters degree from John F. Kennedy University in Holistic Health with a specialization in Holistic Nutrition. She is a Bauman College certified Natural Chef with 20 years experience working in restaurants and catering. In her Personal Chef business, The Healing Hearth, she brings a holistic healing approach to the kitchen. She specializes in nutritional and appetizing cuisine for people healing from illness and seeking a healthier diet. She has worked with HIV/AIDS patients in clinics and food service programs for the last 7 years and is a certified massage therapist.Pouran Shir, B.A., ACF  Natural Chef Instructor, PenngroveChef Pouran is a graduate of the Art of Cooking program at the Art Institute of Seattle and has studied Ayurvedic cooking. She is a member of the American Culinary Federation, with over 20 years of culinary experience in Marin County, Seattle, and Napa Valley. Pouran previously owned and operated the award winning restaurant Café Pirouette in Seattle, Washington. She currently manages a sustainable boutique winery in Napa, California. Pouran brings with her a wealth of executive experience in restaurant management, finance, marketing, and corporate management. Lisa Turner
Institute, and is the founder of Inspired Eating and the owner of The Healthy Gourmet. Natural Chef Instructor (Boulder)  Chef Lisa is a chef, food writer, and cooking and nutrition instructor, with more than 25 years of professional experience and training. Lisa was trained at the School of Natural Medicine, and studied at the Kushi Institute. She has written five books on health and nutrition, and more than 700 magazine articles; her work has appeared in Self Magazine, Vegetarian Times, Alternative Medicine, Natural Health Magazine, Better Nutrition, and many others. She has also appeared on nationally televised cooking shows, and has taught cooking and nutrition classes at culinary arts schools and other venues across the country. Currently, she's an owner of Boulder Soup Works, an organic soup company based in Boulder. She also serves on the board of the Psychology of EatingHelayne Waldman, Ed.D. Nutrition Educator Instructor (Berkeley, Penngrove)  Helayne holds a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of San Francisco and is a nutrition graduate of Bauman College. She spent 25 years in the fields of media, education, and training before she decided to formally pursue her lifelong passion at Bauman College. Dr. Waldman also serves as Health and Nutrition Educator for The Hills Swim and Tennis Club in Oakland, CA. She is an avid writer, the Nutrition Columnist for the Contra Costa Times Newspaper Group in the San Francisco East Bay and the Daily News Group on the San Francisco Peninsula. Dr. Waldman is also the producer of two DVD’s: Pre and Post Natal Yoga, and Time for an Oil Change. Bauman College Staff
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Sondra received a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Illinois Medical School followed by post-doctoral fellowships in genetic errors of metabolism and immunology-hematology. While on the faculty at the University of California Medical School she developed fundamental cancer research and began designing supportive education for children and their families. With more than 30 years in healthcare, her work embraces bodymind science, sensory education, cellular medicine, nutrition, and psychospiritual support. Sondra has developed innovative integrative health programs for hospitals, clinics, universities, lifelong learning, and wineries. Her consulting experience blends