2025 Better You! Nutrition Masterclass Series at Dr. Wilkinson's

Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs invites local Calistogians and visitors alike to embrace their culinary and health curiosities and attend the Better You! Workshop Series at House of Better at Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort. Nutrition Masterclass Workshops are presented by Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist Mary Sheila Gonnella, NC, BCHN of Occidental Nutrition, LLC.

All classes include a complimentary bowl of House of Better's signature Green Chile Stew. Join us Thursday evenings from 6pm -7pm.

NUTRITION MASTERCLASS SCHEDULE:

JANUARY 23 - Optimal Nutrition for Bone Health

Explore a holistic & ayurvedic approach to lifelong bone health. Whether you're addressing osteopenia, osteoporosis, or staying proactive, gain practical tools and strategies for every stage of life.

FEBRUARY 13 - Digstive Wellness Essentails

Tap into deep vitality by accessing the gut-brain connection, honing your digestive tract balance, knowing what your symptoms mean, and healing your digestion from the inside out. Digestion is the cornerstone to optimal health!

MARCH 13 - Water Lymph and Blood - Honor Your Inner Ocean

Learn deep, hydration secrets for optimal nutrient absorption and lymphatic immunity, so you optimize hydration, your tissues stay energized throughout the day, and all your internal

processes run smooth, like a flowing river.

APRIL 10 - Strategies for Resilience - Nourish Your Best Asset

Your adrenals are at the seat of your vitality. Learn about these important first responders and

what you can do to nourish them for optimal health and graceful aging!

MAY 8 - Thyroid Essentials - Unlock Your Thyroids Superpowers

You'll discover the thyroid's essential role in balancing your energy and protecting your health,

and how to nourish it deeply in return.

JUNE 5 - Brain Power - Food, Mood, & Cognition

Discover the power of the gut brain connection and understand how to use food to support

healthy aging. Learn more about how you can protect your brain through all the stages of your

life.

JULY 10 - Love Up Your Heart with Cardiovascular Care

You'll get all my heart health secrets! You'll learn how to avoid disease triggers, apply wholesome remedies, get nutritious recipes, and even know what to ask your doctor!

AUGUST 7 - Food Is Information: Know Your Macros For Blood Sugar Control (Proteins, Fats & Carbs)

Discover how all three macronutrients (carbs, proteins, and fats) act in the body, so you can make good choices to support your physiology and metabolism. It’s not about restriction; it's about quantity and quality!

SEPTEMBER 11 - Secrets to a Better night Sleep

Discover a wide range of habits and nutrients that will stabilize your circadian rhythms and

improve your sleep, so you can feel deeply restored and rejuvenated.

OCTOBER 9 - Curb Your Cravings

Discover how to dial down the biochemical triggers that lead to cravings with a wide range of

easy habits that address the root causes of craving, so you can stay on track with your health

goals.

NOVEMBER 13 - Immune Essentials for Vitality and Resilience

Get the scoop on supporting your immune system to thrive, essential tips to avoid immune disfunction, & delicious nutrients that will make you feel soooo good!

DECEMBER 11 - Mindful Eating

Engage the power of your mind to build a wholesome relationship with eating, experience the joy of savoring your food, and connect your dietary habits with your deepest goals and dreams - all through simple practices in paying attention!