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Healthy Living Course on Monday, July 20 at River House

$10

with Sharon Infante

Calendar Jul 20, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

June focus will be Lifestyle-Digital & AI health, Environment

“Health is Wealth” So where and how do I start?

In this class we will focus on Health Promotion and Not Disease Treatment. How to begin making healthier food and lifestyle choices which we know it can be a challenge for us. We hear to eat this, not that. Move this way not that way. This is bad for you. You must do this and go there. Old habits die hard. So where do you begin?

We will explore:

  • Nutrition & Health that is “practical” and obtainable
  • Focus on healthy food options, review food groups and beverages
  • Learn Steps to shape your personal plan
  • Explore activities to enhance your lifestyle

You will be provided with:

  • A sample day food plan
  • How to do somatic shaking
  • A list of suggested resources
  • How to create better sleep habits
  • Recipes

Each month will focus on a different area of wellness. Topics may include, but are not limited to:

  • Creating a personal wellness plan and implementing daily-life changes
  • Detox and the role of water
  • Liver health and seasonal spring detox
  • Environment and lifestyle influences
  • Understanding inflammation
  • The “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” food lists
  • Keys to longevity

This one day class will meet on Monday, July 20 from 2 - 3 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

For ages 18 and up.

Will run

Cooking with Herbs: Bold Summer Flavors for a Happy Gut on Thursday, July 23 at River House

$11

with James Carucci

Calendar Jul 23, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

In this interactive cooking demonstration, we will explore the modern culinary trend of "fibermaxxing" to support digestion, heart health, and blood sugar stability. High fiber doesn’t mean low taste! This class will showcase how to utilize high-fiber, prebiotic-rich summer produce and herbs to create elegant, vibrant dishes that are light and refreshing for hot weather.

James is a Professor of Biological Sciences at St. Johns River State College in St. Augustine, personal chef and is a Master Herbalist with over 20 years of experience.

Class sessions will be held on Thursday, July 23 from 2 - 3:30 at River House (179 Marine St.) 

For ages 18 and up.

Will run





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