About

People who follow a plant-based diet have lower cholesterol, better blood pressure levels and are at a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, cancers, type-2 diabetes and inflammation. In this course, Chef Cynthia Louise will open up a new world of plant-based cooking; Creating delicious new flavors and inspiring easy-to-create dishes.

Chef Cynthia Louise is here to help you change your relationship with food for good. This is not a quick fix or a 2 week crash diet, this is a lifestyle change. She shows you step-by-step on video how to create healthy whole food meals with smack you in the face flavor and accessible ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.

Requirements

International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

Lessons

Module 1: Introduction

• Meet Chef Cynthia
• About this Course: Plant based cooking
• Benefits of Whole Food and Plant based Cooking

Module 2: Indian Hash Browns

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 3: The Green Breakfast Bowl

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 4: Vanilla Coconut Yogurt

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 5: Spaghetti And Not Meatballs

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 6: Gluten-free Rice Wraps

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 7: Falafel Patty

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 8: Spicy Eggplant

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 9: Deconstructed Moussaka

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 10: Nasi Goreng

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 11: Dairy-free Pasta Carbonara

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 12: Khichri

• Ingredients
• Method

Module 13: Vegan Banana Bread

• Ingredients
• Method

Career

Who is this course for?

• Anyone suffering with digestion, constipation and gut issues
• Those looking to include more nutrient rich foods in their diet
• People interested in transitioning to a plant-based, vegan or vegetarian diet
• Anyone who doesn’t want to spend a ton of money at a whole food or specialty grocery store
• Those looking for healthy alternatives to their favorite recipes

How will it help me

This course takes the stress out of planning and cooking healthy meals. From understanding which foods are best for you to shopping for simple and affordable ingredients to mixing it all together and waiting for your meal to cook, there are a lot of factors that go into cooking. Chef Cynthia Louise takes you step-by-step through each recipe and shows you how each meal is nourishing you, giving you more energy and what it takes to make healthy whole food recipes that taste delicious!

Certification

You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.

Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org).  When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution

Creator

Chef Cynthia Louise

Expertise: Clean Cooking

Cynthia is originally from Australia, but grew up in Papua New Guinea eating amazing local plants. She grew up with nature and plants, coconut milk and natural sweeteners. Cynthia gained her qualifications in Australia at a leading health retreat. She has spent her more recent years in Bali, redefining her art through collaboration with health revolutionist Tyler Tolman. She has written 3 best-selling cookbooks and has been a savior to many households across the globe. Her down to earth, charismatic nature has made her eBooks, Bali retreats and online programs a huge success. You can find out more at Cynthia’s website, chefcynthialouise.com