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Hello, my name is Maria Praeg, I am a 28-year-old South African whole foods chef, recipe developer, yoga/meditation teacher and wellness writer. I have an Honours degree in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics (the study of human nutrition, different dietary patterns, exercise/fitness, optimising human performance both cognitively and physically through different lifestyle and dietary patterns, chronobiology - sleep studies - and stress management). These years of study give me the ability to read, digest and then create informative and evidence based articles. As part of my chef training (which I did in USA, Austin) I specialised in Raw Living Foods, Ayurveda and Macrobiotics, all of which are ancient healing modalities that use food as medicine. I also studied extensively how to work with, and create, according to different dietary restrictions/requirements. From vegan, to paleo, to vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-calorie, carnivore, keto etc. These modalities of using food as a tool for healing have deepened my reverence and appreciation of the intersection between ancient wisdom and modern nutritional knowledge. We also completed a thorough nutrition module which deepened my understanding of nutritionally dense and balanced food. My food is all whole foods based (unprocessed), seasonal and nourishing. I draw a lot of inspiration from these modalities and their understanding of seasonal intelligence to influence how I come to the kitchen. I have been a chef in many different settings from retreats, to restaurants to private cheffing and healing resorts as well as recipe development for both local and international brands. I have 8 years of yoga and meditation teaching experience, and 11 years of personal practise experience. I have just completed an in depth meditation training and have done an integrative somatic trauma therapy certification. I have taught yoga at studios, universities, retreats, international yoga conventions and luxury healing resorts. I also run a blog which focuses on all topics related to health & wellbeing: often merging modern science and ancient wisdom (from the modalities of Ayurveda & Macrobiotics) to create accessible, clear and educational posts both on my website and Instagram. I have written wellness, nutrition and health related articles/blogs for a few companies through Upwork. All of these modalities when weaved together give me a wider, 360 degree understanding of health, wellness and nutrition and allow for me to right wellness and health-related articles from a space of experience and knowledge as well as passion. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile Kind Regards Maria Praeg …Hello, my name is Maria Praeg, I am a 28-year-old South African whole foods chef, recipe developer, yoga/meditation teacher and wellness writer. I have an Honours degree in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics (the study of human nutrition, different dietary patterns, exercise/fitness, optimising human performance both cognitively and physically through different lifestyle and dietary patterns, chronobiology - sleep studies - and stress management). These years of study give me the ability to read, digest and then create informative and evidence based articles. As part of my chef training (which I did in USA, Austin) I specialised in Raw Living Foods, Ayurveda and Macrobiotics, all of which are ancient healing modalities that use food as medicine. I also studied extensively how to work with, and create, according to different dietary restrictions/requirements. From vegan, to paleo, to vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-calorie, carnivore, keto etc. These modalities of using food as a tool for healing have deepened my reverence and appreciation of the intersection between ancient wisdom and modern nutritional knowledge. We also completed a thorough nutrition module which deepened my understanding of nutritionally dense and balanced food. My food is all whole foods based (unprocessed), seasonal and nourishing. I draw a lot of inspiration from these modalities and their understanding of seasonal intelligence to influence how I come to the kitchen. I have been a chef in many different settings from retreats, to restaurants to private cheffing and healing resorts as well as recipe development for both local and international brands. I have 8 years of yoga and meditation teaching experience, and 11 years of personal practise experience. I have just completed an in depth meditation training and have done an integrative somatic trauma therapy certification. I have taught yoga at studios, universities, retreats, international yoga conventions and luxury healing resorts. I also run a blog which focuses on all topics related to health & wellbeing: often merging modern science and ancient wisdom (from the modalities of Ayurveda & Macrobiotics) to create accessible, clear and educational posts both on my website and Instagram. I have written wellness, nutrition and health related articles/blogs for a few companies through Upwork. All of these modalities when weaved together give me a wider, 360 degree understanding of health, wellness and nutrition and allow for me to right wellness and health-related articles from a space of experience and knowledge as well as passion. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile Kind Regards Maria Praeg

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Hello, my name is Maria Praeg, I am a 28-year-old South African whole foods chef, recipe developer, yoga/meditation teacher and wellness writer. I have an Honours degree in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics (the study of human nutrition, different dietary patterns, exercise/fitness, optimising human performance both cognitively and physically through different lifestyle and dietary patterns, chronobiology - sleep studies - and stress management). These years of study give me the ability to read, digest and then create informative and evidence based articles. As part of my chef training (which I did in USA, Austin) I specialised in Raw Living Foods, Ayurveda and Macrobiotics, all of which are ancient healing modalities that use food as medicine. I also studied extensively how to work with, and create, according to different dietary restrictions/requirements. From vegan, to paleo, to vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-calorie, carnivore, keto etc. These modalities of using food as a tool for healing have deepened my reverence and appreciation of the intersection between ancient wisdom and modern nutritional knowledge. We also completed a thorough nutrition module which deepened my understanding of nutritionally dense and balanced food. My food is all whole foods based (unprocessed), seasonal and nourishing. I draw a lot of inspiration from these modalities and their understanding of seasonal intelligence to influence how I come to the kitchen. I have been a chef in many different settings from retreats, to restaurants to private cheffing and healing resorts as well as recipe development for both local and international brands. I have 8 years of yoga and meditation teaching experience, and 11 years of personal practise experience. I have just completed an in depth meditation training and have done an integrative somatic trauma therapy certification. I have taught yoga at studios, universities, retreats, international yoga conventions and luxury healing resorts. I also run a blog which focuses on all topics related to health & wellbeing: often merging modern science and ancient wisdom (from the modalities of Ayurveda & Macrobiotics) to create accessible, clear and educational posts both on my website and Instagram. I have written wellness, nutrition and health related articles/blogs for a few companies through Upwork. All of these modalities when weaved together give me a wider, 360 degree understanding of health, wellness and nutrition and allow for me to right wellness and health-related articles from a space of experience and knowledge as well as passion. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile Kind Regards Maria Praeg …Hello, my name is Maria Praeg, I am a 28-year-old South African whole foods chef, recipe developer, yoga/meditation teacher and wellness writer. I have an Honours degree in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics (the study of human nutrition, different dietary patterns, exercise/fitness, optimising human performance both cognitively and physically through different lifestyle and dietary patterns, chronobiology - sleep studies - and stress management). These years of study give me the ability to read, digest and then create informative and evidence based articles. As part of my chef training (which I did in USA, Austin) I specialised in Raw Living Foods, Ayurveda and Macrobiotics, all of which are ancient healing modalities that use food as medicine. I also studied extensively how to work with, and create, according to different dietary restrictions/requirements. From vegan, to paleo, to vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-calorie, carnivore, keto etc. These modalities of using food as a tool for healing have deepened my reverence and appreciation of the intersection between ancient wisdom and modern nutritional knowledge. We also completed a thorough nutrition module which deepened my understanding of nutritionally dense and balanced food. My food is all whole foods based (unprocessed), seasonal and nourishing. I draw a lot of inspiration from these modalities and their understanding of seasonal intelligence to influence how I come to the kitchen. I have been a chef in many different settings from retreats, to restaurants to private cheffing and healing resorts as well as recipe development for both local and international brands. I have 8 years of yoga and meditation teaching experience, and 11 years of personal practise experience. I have just completed an in depth meditation training and have done an integrative somatic trauma therapy certification. I have taught yoga at studios, universities, retreats, international yoga conventions and luxury healing resorts. I also run a blog which focuses on all topics related to health & wellbeing: often merging modern science and ancient wisdom (from the modalities of Ayurveda & Macrobiotics) to create accessible, clear and educational posts both on my website and Instagram. I have written wellness, nutrition and health related articles/blogs for a few companies through Upwork. All of these modalities when weaved together give me a wider, 360 degree understanding of health, wellness and nutrition and allow for me to right wellness and health-related articles from a space of experience and knowledge as well as passion. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile Kind Regards Maria Praeg

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Johannesburg, South Africa

$200 per day ($25 per hour)

Hello, my name is Maria Praeg, I am a 28-year-old South African whole foods chef, recipe developer, yoga/meditation teacher and wellness writer.

I have an Honours degree in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics (the study of human nutrition, different dietary patterns, exercise/fitness, optimising human performance both cognitively and physically through different lifestyle and dietary patterns, chronobiology - sleep studies - and stress management). These years of study give me the ability to read, digest and then create informative and evidence based articles.

As part of my chef training (which I did in USA, Austin) I specialised in Raw Living Foods, Ayurveda and Macrobiotics, all of which are ancient healing modalities that use food as medicine. I also studied extensively how to work with, and create, according to different dietary restrictions/requirements. From vegan, to paleo, to vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-calorie, carnivore, keto etc. These modalities of using food as a tool for healing have deepened my reverence and appreciation of the intersection between ancient wisdom and modern nutritional knowledge. We also completed a thorough nutrition module which deepened my understanding of nutritionally dense and balanced food. My food is all whole foods based (unprocessed), seasonal and nourishing. I draw a lot of inspiration from these modalities and their understanding of seasonal intelligence to influence how I come to the kitchen. I have been a chef in many different settings from retreats, to restaurants to private cheffing and healing resorts as well as recipe development for both local and international brands.

I have 8 years of yoga and meditation teaching experience, and 11 years of personal practise experience. I have just completed an in depth meditation training and have done an integrative somatic trauma therapy certification. I have taught yoga at studios, universities, retreats, international yoga conventions and luxury healing resorts.

I also run a blog which focuses on all topics related to health & wellbeing: often merging modern science and ancient wisdom (from the modalities of Ayurveda & Macrobiotics) to create accessible, clear and educational posts both on my website and Instagram. I have written wellness, nutrition and health related articles/blogs for a few companies through Upwork.

All of these modalities when weaved together give me a wider, 360 degree understanding of health, wellness and nutrition and allow for me to right wellness and health-related articles from a space of experience and knowledge as well as passion.

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile
Kind Regards
Maria Praeg