Eat to Thrive
Virtual Online Classes
Thursdays September 17 – November 19, 2026
Zoom 6:30 – 8:00 pm EST
Each evening will include a lesson about a key topic for health and nutrition, a featured guest speaker with experience in the field, a vegetarian dinner, and a presentation of vegan breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes. Throughout the program you will gain access to a variety of healthy, delicious vegan recipes and learn how simple, enjoyable, and affordable it can be to change your lifestyle.
During the 10 weeks of this program, you will not only be able to change your life, but you will learn the skills required to ensure a long, healthy life for your family as well. Those interested in sharing their knowledge of health and nutrition with others have the option of receiving a health educator certification through this program. Others who only seek exposure to the material can audit the program for a lower fee. Every person who enrolls will enjoy the benefits of finding a community of people passionate about creating healthy behaviors and supporting others in pursuit of the same goals.
How it Works
- Course Length: 10 weeks
- Duration: Classes meet ONLINE
- Average Class Size: unlimited
- You Will Receive: Included 365-page Eat to Thrive textbook and an online classroom portal with class records, recipes, and full class records and resources.
What to Expect Each Class
- Mindfulness
- Hands-on preparation of a delectable meal that you’ll prepare at home, lead by the zoom meeting
- Sharing of success and challenges with group support
- A Guest lecturer discussing certain topics
You Will Learn
The health benefits of plant-based foods
- How to prepare quick, simple, and delicious vegan recipes on a budget
- To identify where to purchase fresh, organic, and equitable produce
- How to create a weekly menu and shopping list that is both healthy and tasty
- The nutritional benefits of eating organically and locally
- Why and how to sprout and pickle
- About our digestive and immune systems and their vital role in our wellbeing
- The importance of detoxing and supplementation and how to do it
- How to be mindful and its transformative effects
- How to follow your food plan when eating out and traveling
Enroll Now if You’re
- Seeking to improve your wellbeing
- Looking for a supportive, local vegan community
- Interested in earning a health educator certificate to teach this curriculum to adults or children
Eat to Thrive
2026 Fall Syllabus
September 17 – November 19, 2026
ZOOM 6:30 – 8:00 PM EST
(Speakers subject to change)
In preparation for Week One: Read Chapter 1 – Overview
Week One: Thursday, September 17 – Overview
- Meditation – Peter Cutler
● Recipe presentations – Wheatgrass Juice, Morning Drink & Quinoa Porridge – Clint Norton
● Introductions
● Overview of Course
● HW: Read Chapter 2 – “The Living Food Kitchen”; Watch videos: Healing Cancer, Cancer
Week Two: Thursday, September 24 – Cancer is Not a Disease Panel
- Meditation and Recipe presentation – Sprout Salad –
● Guest Speakers: , Bill Antonucci, Fernanda Delgado, Lena Winston, Frezzia, Peter Cutler, Cheryl Gilbert, Irene Bremis
● HW: Read Chapter 3 – Indoor Sprouting, Wheatgrass, and Notes on Growing Your Own Food; Watch Growing Your Own Food, Forbidden Cure, Simply Raw
Week Three: Thursday, October 1 – Indoor Sprouting for Fun and Nutrition
- Meditation – Randy Jacobs
● Recipe Presentation – Juicing
● Guest Speakers: Randy Jacobs & Rebecca Matsil
● HW: Read Chapter 4 – Internal Awareness – Fasting; Watch Fasting & Internal Awareness
Week Four: Thursday, October 8 – Cleansing, Detoxing, Fasting and Internal Awareness
- Meditation –
● Recipe presentation – Raw Sunflower Seed Pate – Nancy Antonucci
● Guest Speaker: Joe Lucier – How can fasting and cleansing improve your life?
● HW: Read Chapter 5 – “Cleansing”; Watch Detox and Making a Killing
Week Five: Thursday, October 15 – Tools for When You Feel Overwhelmed
- Meditation – Boo Boafo
● Recipe Presentation – Asian Coleslaw
● Guest speaker: Boo Boafo – Tools for When You Feel Overwhelmed
● HW: Read Chapter 7 – Enzymes & Vitamins; Watch Food Combining; listen to Sugar CD
Week Six: Thursday, October 22 – The Physics of Feeling Your Best
- Meditation – Leslie Barnett
● Recipe Presentation – Nori Rolls
● Guest speaker: Leslie Barnett – The Physics of Feeling Your Best
● HW: Watch Supplements, Genetic Roulette, Cowspiracy
Week Seven: Thursday, October 29 – Getting Support from the Healing Community
- Meditation – Lena Winston
● Recipe Presentation – Fermented Veggie Kraut
● Guest Speaker: Lena Winston – Using Meditation Tools to Build Resiliency
● HW: Read Chapter 8 – Holistic Medicine; Watch Living Matrix & Self-Help Techniques
Week Eight: Thursday, November 5 – Mind-Body Connection to Life Force Energy
- Meditation – Joe Lucier
● Recipe Presentation – Corn & Sweet Potato Chowder
● Guest Speaker: Joe Lucier – Mind-Body Connection & Life Force Energy
● HW: Listen to Sugar CD; Watch Overcoming the Food Imprint; optional Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead
Week Nine: Thursday, November 12 – Revealing the Ancient Wisdom of Keeping Healthy
- Meditation
● Recipe Presentation – Sunburst Salad and Dressing
● Guest Speaker: Jonathan Fang
● HW: Read Chapter 9 – Master Your Destiny; Watch Practical Living & Bringing It All Home; write testimonials
Week Ten: Thursday, November 19 – Graduation, Awards, Banquet & What’s Next?
- Meditation – Theresa Drum
● Recipe presentation – Zoodles with Marinara Sauce
● Testimonials
● Guest Speaker: Theresa Drum – Living the Hippocrates Lifestyle
EAT TO THRIVE COURSE OPTIONS
TRACKS AND PRICING
Eat to Thrive 10-week course:
Program Length: 10 weeks
Average Size: Unlimited
You will receive an online copy of our 365-page Eat to Thrive textbook, 25+ videos to watch at home, and class records of the guest speakers presenting.
This class is free for parents of Real Kids Real Food parents — use the promo code emailed to you to sign up.
HEALTH EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE
This track is for students whose goal is to apply the knowledge from this program to a career path. Successful completion of this program will lead to an Eat to Thrive Certificate of Completion. Requirements for this program are attendance at 8 out of 10 meetings; a passing grade on two take-home essay tests; and a presentation with hands-on learning for a group online of at least 5 people.
If you refer a friend who registers you’ll receive a $50 discount or a $50 refund if you’ve already paid.
Thursdays on Zoom from 6:30 – 8:00 PM
September 17 – November 19, 2026
The 10-week Eat to Thrive class is free for Real Kids Real Food parents – Use the promo code emailed to you to sign up for the class with no costs!
The best defense is a strong immune system along with emotional and spiritual community support from like-minded people. We need to boost our immune systems with positive mindsets, nutrition, and through cleansing toxins including negative thinking. If you have any questions, call Betsy Bragg at 617-835-2913 or email at betsy@eattothrive.info.”
*If you are interested in the health educator certification please contact Betsy Bragg at 617-835-2913 or email at betsy@eattothrive.info.
In return for the opportunity to participate in the above named program, I hereby grant to: Betsy Bragg, Director of “Eat To Thrive” and “Real Kids Real Food” permission to transmit live and / or to record for later transmission my artwork, likeness and / or voice as a part of the above on our Websites & all Social Media associated with above names for any lawful purpose, at any time. I also authorize the use of my name and excerpts from said program for the purpose of promoting and publicizing this program. I waive any right that I may have to inspect or approve the finished product or the written copy that may be used in conjunction therewith, or the use to which it may be applied. I agree to hold the program producer and any television company, media company & publishing company that transmits the program harmless for any liability to others arising from anything I may say or do during the program, except as set forth in a written script provided to me by the program producer.
The information in this Eat to Thrive course is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always be sure to consult with a qualified health professional. Eat to Thrive, Inc. and its Director, Betsy Bragg, disclaim any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence directly or indirectly from the use and application of this course. All materials mentioned in this course are trademarks from their respective companies. It is prohibited to copy or disseminate any materials without express permission.
To Enroll by check or if you have questions email betsy@eattothrive.info or call Betsy Bragg at 617-835-2913
This 10-Week Course Is Life-Changing
Eat to Thrive is more than just vegetarian cooking or easy vegan meals.If you’re looking for a way to improve your health through better eating and lifestyle habits, contact us today! Our contact information is below or use any of the contact forms, email address or phone numbers you see in this website. Don’t delay, class sizes are limited.