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Audiences are inspired and motivated once they hear him. People crowd around him at the end, smiling and wanting more. Dr La Puma is generous with his time, available and friendly, and loves giving audiences what they want…and what they need. He has spoken at TEDMED, TEDx, Harvard Medical School, Stanford University and aboard The World, among many others.
Sample Presentation Video Below.
Dr John La Puma is considered the founder of culinary medicine. A powerful keynote speaker, he’s given hundreds of invited presentations on the power of what you eat and how to use nature for energy, longevity and well-being.
The inventor of MyNatureDose, the nature-based digital anxiety reversal program, he is also co-founder of ChefMD®, the popular health and media company.
Dr John is a New York Times Bestselling Author of seven books on health care, cooking, aging and ethics. He can be seen on Lifetime TV’s HealthCorner® co-hosting with Leeza Gibbons and Joan Lunden. co-sponsored by Walgreen’s.
In Summer 2023, Lotusland will publish his “Optimal Well-Being: How Gardens Heal”, a mini-book on how gardens and gardeners create wellness and health.
Nature as Medicine: How Gardens, Urban Parks and Water Can Heal
Make Your RealAge Younger: Lessons from RealAge, ChefMD and Blue Zones for Optimal Longevity
ChefMD’s Culinary Medicine: What to Eat for Your Condition and for Well-Being Now
“One of the most important and best presentations we’ve ever had—ever! You hit a grand slam!”
“Great job, for our company and for our customers. First rate. And your food was amazing.”
“Outstanding! Come back next year!”
“The women loved your session…and I would love to have you come back. We sold out all your books!”
“A fascinating blend of both chef and physician: his passion and talent come through with practical and enticing tips on how to shop, cook, and eat.”
“John taught me how to cook and how to make healthy food taste terrific. He’ll share that brilliant wisdom and practical advice with you.”
“…inspiring and great!”
