We are born with genetic tendencies of succumbing to chronic, degenerative diseases that we inherit from our parents. We grow up being told that how our health goes as we age is mostly dictated by our genes. In my case, my father died from a heart attack at the age of 52. Heart attacks also claimed the lives of both of my grandfathers. It looks like the odds are against me. What if the foods we eat have more to do with the expression of our genetic tendencies than our genes? Over the last 12 y …

Intentions for this forum: 1. Create an online network of like-minded practitioners who will get to know and trust each other. (will meet in person monthly – 1st Monday of every month) 2. Create a database of bios and stories, which include the local practitioners’ scope of practice to serve as a basis for referral to each other. 3. Create/share/announce educational events you are holding for the local community both patients and practitioners so we can continue to teach and learn from each othe …

...Where vegans feel at home, and the not-yet-meat-free-but-looking-to-get-there are warmly welcomed. Whether you've been following a vegan diet for many years, for a few days, or you're just starting to think about it... we invite you to join us for fun, food, community & outreach! Do you wonder why more & more people are going meat-free, egg-free, dairy-free? Then check out this letter I wrote just for you.* Here's more information about the meetup group, and how to use it. And to help make o …

Welcome friends, If you are reading this, it is because you care about the health and wellbeing of your life. For that I honor and congratulate you.  This group is designed to offer you the opportunity to be part of a community. A community who consciously chose to love, honor and respect themselves, their neighbor, the community at large and mother earth as well as our universal creator. We welcome anyone regardless of where they are in their journey in life.  Whether you are a 20 year veteran …

It is my intention for my meetup to focus on a total body connection. Our transformation is guided by our health, fitness, nutrition, meditation and spiritual awareness. My meetup topics include: >Health & Fitness >BootCamp >Yoga-Meditation >Nutrition >Spiritual Awareness >Astrology >Feng Shui >Healing Circle >Self Defense >kickboxing >Kids events >Writing Workshops & More Join us in a fun, motivating, powerful, empowering transformational meetup experience

Wellness!  All of us want to be well and happy in our lives.  This group is dedicated to promoting wellness using simple, natural whole plants, herbs and foods, mind medicine, simple ritual, lifestyle changes and story medicine.  Members will learn how to make and use inexpensive herbal preparations that are easy and inexpensive (or free), and other wellness-promoting techniques. Universal healthcare is here!  Brought to you by The Universe! Wellness is your birthright and the design in each of …

I am taking a journey... wanna come? I started a weight loss journey through a healthy lifestyle and I am looking for like minded people to join me. We'll meet once a week at Starbucks to get together and talk about our goals, our challenges, and how we can help each other.

So often Women women are so busy taking care of other people that they forget to tend to their own needs! Why not be a part of a Women's Group that teaches women how to live healthy lives & take charge of their financial planning? Meet with us every three months for a full 3-session seminar filled with great information and lots of socializing! The Next Session Will Include the Following Topics: The Ultimate Green Diet: Losing Weight the Way Nature Intended Family Love Letter: The Impor …

Come one, come ALL to the AMAZING Long Island Creative Liver Detox Circle! Everyday your body is under constant assault from an endless array of toxic encounters in the air you breathe, the water you drink, even the food you eat. While your body has certain cleansing abilities, it can't keep up. This Liver Detox Circle will meet on a monthly basis. Join us and learn to detox your liver the right way!!! Learn about various nutrients, herbs, and various modalities such as cold lasers, and lymphati …

Raw / living foods retain are nutrient and enzyme rich, and have been effective in promoting wellness as well as reversing disease. I have been enjoying raw / living foods for several years, and want to share the delicious lifestyle with others. I will be hosting dinner parties in various Long Island locations where I will demo the preparation of a full gourmet raw vegan gluten-free dinner. We will then dine together and enjoy delicious food and delightful conversations. Everyone will go home wi …

Meet other local people who are interested in Walking and biking for fitness at Bowne Park, Little Bay Park, Fort Totten, and Crocheron Park. Learn more about health eating. North Presbyterian church in North Flushing provides facilities for some of our meetups. North Church hosts a weekly stretch class and mindfulness meditation hour.

Seeking part or full time vegetarian or vegan! No experience necessary. Just join us for lunch or dinner or event whenever you like and meet like-minded people. If you think you are away from the city and have less choices to eat out because you are vegetarian then you need to join this group!

Come join us at the Turkish Cultural Center Long Island for cooking classes and other great events! The cooking classes will be announced on this meetup page and when in session will be held every other Saturday at our branch in Deer Park, NY. Every once in awhile we will announce other great events that take place at the Turkish Cultural Center. We're looking forward to meeting culinary enthusiasts interested in learning more about one of the best examples of Mediterranean cuisine. Check us out …

This is a walking therapy group.  As a therapist working with compulsive overeating and obesity  I became very aware that people did not know how to use the tools available to them.  They needed more support, guidance,  education and hove all, motivation.  That led me to start blending therapy with exercise to help people get over the hump and start down the road to recovery from obesity. This group is for overweight, and obese people who want to incorporate exercise into therapy. If you have ha …

FOR VEGANS - VEGETARIANS - AND THE VEG CURIOUS!!! The focus of this group is to have fun socializing while supporting vegan groups, communities, businesses, blogs, and lifestyles. It is about creating a vegan friendly network of friends. This group will also focus on Vegan Cooking and Nutrition. You don't need to be Vegan to join, just have an interest and respect for the wonderful aspects of this wonderful, delicious, and kind way of eating. Stay tuned I have so much planned such as Pot Lucks …

I decided to start this group because as a health fair coordinator, I often have the chance to connect health practitioners to potential patients and clients. As we expand our Long Island market, I would like to meet a large group of practitioners who are interested in coming to our events and becoming comfortable with each other. The best events consist of vendors who are friends! You should join this group if you are a health practitioner on Long Island who wants to get out there in the health …

Holistic & Healthy Lifestyle concentrates on strategies and techniques for good health, wellness and prevention. It focuses on the whole person and works on balancing mind, body and sprit. This is a group for anyone interested in living a Healthy Holistic Lifestlye. With a particular concentration on ideas for body, mind and spirit to inspire, educate and support our members. This group will offer alternative healing techniques, diet and nutrution, excercise, meditation, herbs & natural suppleme …

We are a community of support for anyone going through divorce to gain helpful tools to aid with the healing process. You are not alone and we will give you resources via different workshops to empower you to regain & reinvent your life after divorce. Topics will include various holistic healing techniques such as reiki & essential oils, therapy options, mediation vs. attorney, financial guidance, nutrition & exercise and dating again. We have experienced the pain and sense of loss divorce can m …

This group meets every Sunday morning at Massapequa Preserve at 9am. Ages range from 25-60. Runners and walkers welcome, beginner to advanced. The purpose of this group is to motivate people to lead a healthy life and get outdoors during the winter.

This group is geared towards people who are interested in getting in walking and making a difference in the lives of others. With all due respect to all members, please be sure to post a REAL PHOTO of yourself, and fill out all required questions in order to create a relatetively comfortable environment for yourself, as well as others. Thanks for your cooperation and consideration. Requirements: - A photo of yourself is MANDATORY within your profile; it is your identification. We can only loo …

Dedicated to Living a Healthy Life. Bootcampology is a group of fitness professionals (All NASM Certified Personal Trainers & Group Trainers) dedicating their life passion to helping others reach their goals. As we all know & can see, America has an epidemic......called OBESITY..... bootcampology wants to help with their FUN BOOTCAMP WORKOUTS. These bootcamps are geared to all levels. All bootcamps are limited to 12-15 people so we can give extra individual attention to everyone. We will be host …

For anyone wanting to follow, research or explore the paleo diet for reasons of health, weight loss or philosophy. We will meet up once a month to share dishes, recipes and ideas as we make new friends. There are different levels of strictness in this diet. We will be taking the more lenient approach for long term success while pointing out the discrepancies for those who prefer the purer approach. Check out these websites to get started or learn more: http://www.health-bent.com ; http://www.pal …

Hey all Spiritual samplers. Rita and I would just like to share with a of what we are so very passionate about. We are committed to supporting everyone on their journey to optimal health, vitality and spiritual purpose. Please join us as we demonstrate our many healing modalities of breath work, chakra clearing, biofeedback and many others.

We are two moms that have dealt with varying things that have affected our childrens lives.  Juarline Starvrinos children and other family members have food allergies and she had to learn how to modify recipes and bascailly alter the way her family ate in order to have a healthy way of life. This brought her to her desire to support others on the Healthy/Happy life journey and she has become a Health Coach. Margarita Daskalakis has two children one of which is on the Autistic Spectrum.  She has …

Most fad diets are unhealthy and yield short term results. Why not improve your health while losing weight? This is exactly what happens when we eat the foods that our bodies are designed to digest. Dont be disappointed by another fad diet and start losing weight naturally!! This weight loss program was created by a Holistic Nutritional Counselor who designed this to be "healing" and all natural. It's not just about the food! We'll be discussing other aspects of your life that affect your heal …

This group is for discussing ideas and books relating to improving the quality of our lives through improved health and self-improvement.

This Program is guaranteed to help you lose weight and regain your health! Great for Weight Loss, Type II Diabetes, Acne, Acid Reflux, Hormonal Imbalances, Headaches, High Blood Pressure, and High Cholesterol. If you have any of these health issues, you owe it to yourself to join! Our weekly meetings are interesting and informative...giving you the tools and information you need in order to regain your health within a short period of time. Start to look and feel better and join us!

We are healthy food lovers inspired by the natural tastes and joy of real food. We want to meet anyone interested in unlocking the hidden treasures inside in every mouth-watering dish. Are you a health-conscious foodie in the Queens area? Let's get together for affordable activities in our neighborhood, like having tea and dessert, attending healthy cooking class, and sharing ideas. We'll meet once a week, in the heart of Flushing.