Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Historically primarily a male affliction, the gender gap in heart disease has narrowed in a somewhat ironic turn of events for women who have sought equality with their …
Dude’s Foods: BPA and Depression in Boys
BPA, or bisphenol A is an industrial chemical used to make many plastic containers, most commonly plastic water bottles. BPA as a health concern has risen to mainstream public awareness in the last few years after scientists made two discoveries: …
Affordable DIY Sushi! (Vegan)
This is one of my favorite DIY Sushi recipes. Working above a sushi restaurant is tempting to say the least but buying sushi for lunch everyday can be pricey. I manage to make 10 hearty rolls at home for under …
Dude’s Foods: Depression & The Gut-Brain Connection
Dear dudes of Dude’s Foods, I need to level with you. I still struggle with depression. Although I have been recovered from bipolar depression for several years now thanks to nutrition therapy, I still have days where those old thoughts …
Time for a Camp Revamp!
How many times have you gone camping only to regret what you ate later? Good news is, camping doesn’t have to be about chips, hot dogs, and s’mores. Perhaps it’s time to revamp your menu! Make your next camping experience …
Dude’s Foods
My name is Aaron Mello and this is the first installment in a monthly series I’ll be writing about men’s health and nutrition called “Dude’s Foods”! Why focus on men in particular, you might wonder? Although men make up slightly …
Congrats to all of our MNT Graduates!
The Nutrition Therapy Institute’s MNT (Master Nutrition Therapist) graduates are amazing! In the past year, we have had 32 students complete their studies. They have spent thousands of hours learning about nutrition and the science behind it. With passion and …
Cool Crisp Kale Cashew Mint Salad
What better way to nourish yourself during the hot summer days than with a refreshing kale cashew mint salad? This salad is great for lunch or dinner. No-heat cooking this time of year is such a relief! Dig in to …
It’s Never Too Late…
We are very proud of Michelle Frett and her recent accomplishment of becoming a Natural Food Chef. Her story is a real testament to the idea that it is never too late to choose a different direction… I became a …