Level 3 Macrobiotic Course

Course Learning Objectives

The goal of the “Level3 Macrobiotic Course” (written as Level3 after this) is to provide you with additional tools for managing your health and wellbeing during these often-demanding transitioning times characterized by social and environmental changes. It elucidates the important role our dietary and lifestyle choices will play in addressing the environmental crisis and for developing a more sustainable and harmonious society. The course also aims at raising awareness and touches on the importance of self-development and finding purpose in life. Besides comprising advanced macrobiotic studies for those who wish to complete the program, the course is also intended to provide training for those who are thinking to include macrobiotics as part of their lifework. And to that end, those who successfully complete the course will receive a Global Macrobiotics Instructor certificate.

Description & Registration

This course broadly examines the macrobiotic path to improving serious personal health issues such as cancer and the sustainable wellbeing of our mother planet.

Personal Health and Planetary Wellbeing

The Level 3 course is designed for graduates of Level 2 and offers learning that goes beyond personal and family health to broaden your perspective. It is essential to understand the crucial role our dietary choices and lifestyle play in building a more sustainable and harmonious society on this planet. This course is structured around advanced Macrobiotics content but also aims to train those who wish to incorporate Macrobiotics into their daily lives. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be awarded a Global Macrobiotics Instructor certification.

Theory

This comprehensive course explores the macrobiotic path to promoting individual health, environmental sustainability, and the health of the Earth. It provides an in-depth examination of the root causes of today’s major chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes, while introducing tools for prevention and natural healing through dietary and lifestyle changes. Practical advice is also offered to help protect against potential health risks in modern life. This includes increasing pollution, exposure to chemicals, endocrine disruptors, radiation from electronic devices, infectious diseases, and low-quality processed foods. Through the course, you will learn simple steps to address social issues, expand your perspective on life, and gain insights to help you live a joyful and meaningful life.

Cooking

This inclusive course takes an extensive look at the macrobiotic path for developing personal health, environmental sustainability and planetary wellbeing. It covers in detail the root causes of today’s main chronic diseases including cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes while providing you with tools for prevention and natural relief through dietary and lifestyle changes. You will receive practical advice on how to manage other areas of your health and protect yourself from potentially harmful aspects of modern living including increasing pollution, chemical exposure, endocrine disruptors, radiation from electric devises, infectious diseases as well as ultra-processed foods and other poor-quality artificial foods. Throughout the course we will uncover the underlying causes of the current environmental crisis and simple steps we can all take to address the problem including food choices, lifestyle practices and the need for changing attitudes. The course is also meant to help enlarge your view of life and share insights for leading a joyful meaningful life. Additionally, we would also like to inspire you to incorporate macrobiotics into your lifework and together contribute to a healthier, environmentally sustainable and harmonious world.

Lesson1

  1. Chronic Diseases: Root Causes, Prevention and Natural Holistic Ways to Relief
    – Cardiovascular Disease (Including Heart Disease and Stroke)
    –     Diabetes
    – Macrobiotic Self-Care
    – Care of the Bones and Joints
    – Care of the Ears and Hearing Problems
    – Care of the Eyes and Vision Problems

Lesson2

  1. Chronic Diseases: Root Causes, Prevention and Natural Holistic Ways to Relief
    – Cancer

Lesson3

    1. Scientific Review on the Health Benefits of a Macrobiotic Plant-Based Diet- 
      – The Association Between Modern Diets and Chronic Diseases
      – Plant-Based Diets Lower the Risk of Chronic disease
      – The Health Benefits Associated with Plant-Based Whole Food
      – The Health Benefits Associated with The Traditional Mediterranean and Asian Diets
      – The Health Benefits Associated with Traditional Japanese Foods and Diet

Lesson4

  1. Planetary Wellbeing Through Personal Health
    – The Impact of Our Food Choices on the Environment and in Society
    – Steps We Can All Take Towards a More Sustainable and Equitable Food Culture

Lesson5

  1. Today’s Environmental and Declining Food Quality Impacts on Health
    – Health Concerns Associated with Environmental Pollution and Ultra-Processed Foods
    – The Importance of Natural Sustainable Farming for Personal and Planetary Health
    – The Role of Hormones on Health
    – Preventing Hormonal Imbalances and Protecting Ourselves from Endocrine Disruptors
    – Infectious Diseases: Root Causes, Prevention and Natural Holistic Ways to Relief

Lesson6

  1. Biological Evolution: Insights from the Past and Prospects for the Future
    –     The Role of Diet and Lifestyle for Aging Gracefully and Enhanced Happiness Throughout Our Life
    – Benefits of Eating in Harmony with Nature

Lesson7

  1. Macrobiotic Perspectives on Self-Development for a More Fulfilling Life

Lesson8

    1. Nine Star Ki/Qi Astrology
      –       Environmental Energetic Influences on People and Society

Lesson9

  1. Possibilities of Macrobiotics for Realizing a Healthier, Sustainable and Harmonious World

Lesson10

  1. Finding Purpose in Life

  2. Incorporating Macrobiotics into Your Life, Work and Dream

Theory

  • 20 study sessions that impart the theory

  • 218 pages textbook for self-study and complement the theory classes

Cooking

  • 8 live cooking sessions with full menus

  • Over 60 recipes to help you practice on your own

Meals

  • As a complimentary service, we offer macrobiotic-based meals in the morning, at lunch and dinner time.

Certification

  • Internationally recognized Global Macrobiotics Instructor certificate of completion

  • Patricio does an excellent job at making every student understand easily the in-depth knowledge of ‘Macrobiotics’ which is so essential in our modern society. He presents the theory and imparts the cooking in a detailed, clear, and simple-to-understand elaboration with a hint of humor. Studying with Patricio goes well recommended. – Zac Xian, Malaysia –
  • Patricio presents the macrobiotic theory clearly with detail, maintaining interest, relevance, and also including and supported by current, quality academic studies. He was flexible with participants questions and needs, and presented lessons with humor, patience, kindness and wisdom. Studying with him has been a joyous learning experience. – Cara, Australia –
  • Patricio has a natural flair for applying macrobiotics in the modern environment in such a logical, compassionate and relaxed way that gives us confidence as students to pursue and adapt it for the betterment of our health and humankind. Patricio is also sensitive to the different climatic conditions of each country, making the relevant adjustments to the different local food cultures. Such respect and wisdom is the true work of an authentic macrobiotic teacher and practitioner. Thank you for your kindness, generosity and guidance in my macrobiotic journey. – Ming Wah, Malaysia –
  • The Global Macrobiotics Program introduced me to a beautiful lifestyle and a practical way to live a conscious life. I loved the way modern Western nutritional concepts were integrated along with oriental energetic views. Wonderful recipes and healthy peaceful food. – Ana Liu Tsz To, China/Taiwan –
  • After finishing all the three level courses I am very confident to play with foods and cooking. My practice shifted to a whole new level and I gained a much deeper understanding of macrobiotics. I definitely recommend the Global Macrobiotics Program to anyone wishing to shift towards a balanced healthy way of living. – Nguyen Thi Lan Huong, Vietnam –

Level3 Presential Class

Tuition Fee : JPY360,000 *

October 1 – 13 (Days off : Oct. 6-8)**

– *Early Bird discount until September 4 [Regular JPY380,000]
– **Field trip will be held on two day of three days off. Participation is optional.
– Please pay by Bank transfer

Registration

Rough Daily Schedule
09:00-10:00 Breakfast*
10:00-11:15 Lecture 1
11:15- 11:45 Break
11:45- 13:00 Lecture 2
13:00-14:30 Lunch*
14:30-17:30 Cooking session
17:30-19:00 Dinner

* As a complimentary service, we offer macrobiotic-based meals in the morning and at lunchtime.