Green Life Food Market No. 1
Event Workshops
occuring in-person and live-streamed
Basic Washoku Cooking Class
In this class, Leo will be introducing a very basic washoku meal using fresh Shumei Natural Agriculture ingredients (free of any pesticides and fertilizers) to help strengthen your immune system and foster a healthy, harmonious lifestyle.
About Washoku
Washoku, or traditional Japanese cuisine, is the dietary culture of Japan with two important characteristics. The first element of washoku is a respect for nature by following the seasons and accenting the natural taste of the fresh vegetables rather than overpowering them with various seasonings. The second element is harmony by serving three components of rice, soup, and side dishes that complement one another.
Through the leadership of Isao Kumakura, the director of MIHO Museum in Japan, washoku is now officially listed as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity under the United Nations of Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Sitting Yoga Class
1:30 PM PST
Online via Zoom
or in-person at the Community Room
Taught by Denise Singleton
This particular yoga class focuses on simple postures that one can do while sitting down. No mats needed!
About Yoga
Yoga is a mind and body practice with a 5,000-year history in ancient Indian philosophy. Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation.
Benefits of Yoga include:
Decreasing stress
Relieving anxiety
Increasing flexibility, cardio, and circulatory health
Boosting Your Mental and Physical Health
1:30 PM PST
Online via Instagram Live (@GLFFinPasadena)
or in-person at the 1F Meeting Room
Taught by Edith Rincon
At the “Boosting Your Mental and Physical Health” workshop, workshop leader, Edith Rincon, guides us on simple mindful and breathing exercises while enjoying Natural Agriculture herbal teas to promote calmness and relaxation amidst stressful situations.
About Wellness
According to the National Wellness Institute, wellness is considered, “an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence”. This definition is based on 3 tenets:
Wellness is considered a conscious, self-directed and evolving process of achieving full potential.
Wellness is multidimensional and holistic, encompassing lifestyle, mental and spiritual well-being, and the environment.
Wellness is positive and affirming.
In understanding the difference between health and wellness, in short, health is a state of being, whereas wellness is the state of living a healthy lifestyle. Health refers to physical, mental, and social well-being; wellness aims to enhance well-being.