Leah Sarris: Publications, Interviews & Media Features
A Curated Collection Exploring Culinary Medicine and Nutrition Education.
Leah Sarris’ publications, interviews, and media features reflect a sustained commitment to advancing culinary medicine through education, research, and public discourse. Her work spans peer-reviewed scientific journals, university and healthcare publications, professional conferences, podcasts, and national media—each contributing to a broader understanding of how food, nutrition, and cooking intersect with preventive healthcare. Together, these features document meaningful contributions to nutrition education, teaching kitchens, and evidence-based food-as-medicine initiatives shaping modern health systems.
Video Library: Interviews, Summits, Webinars & Educational Media
This video collection includes institutional interviews, professional conference recordings, educational webinars, and applied culinary medicine demonstrations. Together, these videos explore how food and nutrition intersect with healthcare, education, and prevention.
Leah Sarris, Freeman PMBA ’21
An alumni feature discussing the impact of business education on career development, leadership, consulting, and the integration of business strategy into culinary and nutrition-focused work.
Eating Healthier in 2017
An educational video focused on practical nutrition habits, emphasizing small, sustainable dietary changes—such as increasing fruit and vegetable intake—to support long-term health.
Culinary Medicine – Age Management Medicine
A professional medical interview exploring culinary medicine within the framework of Age Management Medicine, highlighting preventive, proactive healthcare approaches that integrate nutrition, lifestyle, and clinical care.
2015 Summit Faculty Interview: Culinary Medicine & Teaching Kitchens
A conference interview examining the role of teaching kitchens in medical education, caloric density, and hands-on approaches that help patients adapt familiar meals for better health outcomes.
Food, Medicine, and Kitchen Confidence: Teaching Health Through Cooking
An in-depth discussion on the origins of culinary medicine, the growth of teaching kitchens, food equity, prevention-focused healthcare, and building practical food-as-medicine programs.
From Kitchen to Clinic: Practical Applications of Culinary Medicine
Chef Leah Sarris – Culinary Medicine
Official YouTube Channel
A curated channel featuring interviews, educational talks, webinars, and culinary content related to nutrition, culinary medicine, and food-based healthcare education.
From Kitchen to Clinic
Podcasts & Audio Features
This section highlights long-form audio discussions focused on culinary medicine careers, leadership, and the evolving role of food in healthcare.
Beyond the Apron – Carving Out a Career in Culinary Medicine
A podcast episode exploring the development of culinary medicine as a field, interdisciplinary career paths, leadership, and the integration of food into healthcare systems.
Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black
A featured interview discussing the growth of culinary medicine, food-as-medicine initiatives, and the integration of cooking, nutrition, and healthcare education.
Articles, Editorials & Professional Features
This collection includes editorial interviews, lifestyle features, professional profiles, and institutional articles examining food, nutrition, ethics, and healthcare education.
Morning Routine: Leah Sarris of NOCHI
A lifestyle article exploring daily routines, habits, and professional rhythms within culinary and nutrition-driven work.
3-Course Interview
A structured interview presented through a three-course format, discussing food philosophy, culinary influences, and perspectives on food culture and health.
Food, Leadership, and the Morals of What We Eat
An in-depth editorial examining food ethics, leadership, and the moral considerations that shape food systems, education, and professional kitchens.
Eating Healthier in 2017
A public-facing university article focused on achievable nutrition strategies and sustainable lifestyle changes for improved health outcomes.
Health.com
Quoted on the nutritional benefits of chickpeas and whether removing their skins changes their value.
Food & Wine
Quoted on the nutritional difference of sugar and high-fructose corn syrup.
Professional Education, Conferences & Speaking Engagements
This collection highlights educational initiatives and professional learning opportunities that support the continued growth of culinary medicine and healthcare nutrition education. The featured conferences, summits, and educational programs focus on equipping clinicians, educators, and health professionals with practical tools they can apply directly in their work.
These resources emphasize hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world implementation, helping healthcare teams translate nutrition science into actionable strategies for patient care, prevention, and community health.
Media Coverage & Public Health Conversations
This broader media coverage reflects ongoing conversations around food, health, and prevention-focused care. Through public health reporting, healthcare journalism, and educational storytelling, these features explore how culinary medicine is reshaping the way individuals and institutions think about nutrition.
Topics include the role of teaching kitchens, food-based approaches to chronic disease prevention, and the integration of nutrition into healthcare systems and community programs. Together, these stories help make complex health concepts more accessible while encouraging meaningful, sustainable changes in how food supports well-being.