Balancing Health and Indulgence: Creating Holistic Food Options for Chil...

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.

In this episode of the Food Ed podcast, Svetlana Elgar discusses the significance of integrating holistic food options in schools with Hilary Drinko, Head of School at Claris Montessori International Academy and CEO of Empowered Well-being for Success. 

They explore Hilary's extensive experience in education and holistic health, emphasizing the importance of a balanced approach to nutrition and mental well-being in the school environment. 

Key topics include the integration of mindfulness, yoga, and gardening into the curriculum, the challenges of combating obesity and diabetes in children, and the role of schools and communities in fostering healthier lifestyles. Hilary shares practical insights on how to engage children in understanding and appreciating nutritious, real food, and the importance of starting these habits early.

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