Balancing Health and Indulgence: Creating Holistic Food Options for Children

On this episode of FoodED, host Lana Elgart sits down with special guest Hillary Drinkell, a former Montessori teacher and administrator, who now focuses on holistic health coaching, yoga, and Ayurveda through her business, Empowered Well-Being for Success. They discuss the importance of food in education and the challenges of promoting healthy eating habits, particularly in schools. Hillary highlights the significance of seasonal cooking and eating, explaining how it aligns with a healthy lifestyle and connects us with our natural environment.

Timestamps

[00:01:13] Montessori educator transitions to holistic health coaching.

[00:06:33] Balancing physical and emotional well-being through yoga.

[00:10:31] Garden curriculum integrates science, food, and nutrition.

[00:16:19] Food challenges and the importance of teaching healthy habits.

[00:20:34] Educate kids, teachers, and parents for health wellness.

[00:22:30] Psychologist said change is difficult after 12 years old. Mindfulness activity helps kids notice taste.

[00:25:31] Seasonal eating is important for children's education.

[00:31:02] Healthy bodies, happy lives.

[00:32:10] Take care of the body like cars.

Connect with Hillary Drinkell

Website: https://hillarydrinkell.com/?page_id=133