Autoimmune Recovery Workshop
A faith-based, science-based, plant-based approach to healing gut health and inflammation, through practical teaching, cooking, community and real hope.
November 13–15, 2026
Wildwood, GA
Chattanooga, TN
Whole-person tools you can use
An immersive weekend on understanding inflammation, strengthening daily habits and preparing nourishing food.
Reduce inflammation
Practical lifestyle patterns that support the body's natural healing.
Support immune health
How gut health, food, rest, movement and stress connect to immunity.
Restore energy
A realistic daily rhythm for more vitality and lasting change.
Cook plant-forward
Approachable, flavorful plant-based meals you can make at home.
Learn from people who have walked this road
Dr. Joyce Choe, MD MPH
An ophthalmologist who bridges conventional medicine and holistic health, and co-founder of the Plant-Based Gut Health Facebook group.
Mercy Ballard, RN
Director of the Years Restored Lifestyle Center in California and a former IV infusion nurse.
Together they wrote The Autoimmune Plant-Based Cookbook and founded Wholeness Life Ministry.
Three-day schedule
Friday and Sunday meet in Wildwood. Saturday moves to Chattanooga.
Opening evening
Better Living Center
216 GA-299 Hwy, Wildwood, GA 30757
Map & directions
- “My Journey, Trusting God Through Health Crisis”Mercy Ballard, RN
Sabbath sessions
Living Hope SDA Church
4200 St Elmo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37409
Map & directions
- “Plant Based or Paleo: Choosing the Right Paradigm”Joyce Choe, MD MPH
- Potluck at the churchBring a dish to share.
- “How to Eat for Autoimmunity”Joyce Choe, MD MPH
- “Natural Remedies”Mercy Ballard, RN
Sprouting & cooking
Better Living Center
216 GA-299 Hwy, Wildwood, GA 30757
Map & directions
- “The Powerful Health Benefits of Soaking and Sprouting”Joyce Choe, MD MPH
- Cooking demosMercy Ballard, RN · samples provided
There will be an autoimmune diet potluck provided at the church for those interested in trying it out. Sunday's cooking demo includes samples rather than a full lunch.
Before you come
Which location do I go to each day?
Friday and Sunday: Better Living Center, 216 GA-299 Hwy, Wildwood, GA 30757.
Saturday only: Living Hope SDA Church, 4200 St Elmo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37409.
Are meals included?
No. Please bring or buy your own food. Saturday's 1:00 PM potluck is attendee-brought, so bring a dish if you'd like to join. Sunday's cooking demo includes samples, not a full lunch.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes, a notebook, a refillable water bottle, any medications you need, layers for the weather, and a dish for Saturday's potluck if you're joining.
Where can I stay?
There's no room block, but lodging is easy to find in Lookout Valley and downtown Chattanooga. Check driving times to both locations before you book.
Can I register for my family or a friend?
Yes. Set the number of attendees in the form and list everyone's names. The workshop is free for everyone, and all three days are included.
Can my accessibility needs be accommodated?
Tell us in the registration form, and our team will contact you before the workshop to confirm what we can provide.
Is this medical treatment?
No. The workshop is education, not personal diagnosis or treatment. Please keep working with your own licensed healthcare professionals.
Questions?
Call 706-403-4603 or email events@ev.wildwoodhealth.org.
Register for the workshop
Save your seat in a few minutes. You'll get a confirmation email with directions for all three days.