Food As Medicine Institute

Food As Medicine Institute A weekly series which includes online nutrition education lessons and video cooking workshops from t
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Last chance to join us! There’s just one week left to register for the Food as Medicine Symposium—and you won’t want to ...
04/28/2026

Last chance to join us!

There’s just one week left to register for the Food as Medicine Symposium—and you won’t want to miss it.

- Learn how food can support your health
- Hear from experts in nutrition and medicine
- Walk away with practical tools you can use right away

Both public and professional tracks are still open—and spots are filling quickly.

🎟️ Link in bio to register

Confused by food labels? You’re not alone “Sell-by,” “best-by,” “use-by”… what do they actually mean?The real takeaway:Y...
04/24/2026

Confused by food labels? You’re not alone

“Sell-by,” “best-by,” “use-by”… what do they actually mean?

The real takeaway:
Your senses matter more than the date.

If it smells off, looks off, or feels off → toss it
If not → it might still be perfectly fine

Less confusion. Less waste. More confidence in your kitchen.

Save this for your next grocery trip.

Food isn’t just fuel—it’s information for your body. What you eat everyday shapes:- Your energy- Your immune system- You...
04/23/2026

Food isn’t just fuel—it’s information for your body.

What you eat everyday shapes:
- Your energy
- Your immune system
- Your long-term health

Small, consistent choices add up, and we’re constantly learning about just how powerful nutrition is for our health.

What’s one way you’re supporting your health through food right now?

You might be throwing away perfectly good food without knowing it.Food labels can be confusing, but most dates aren’t ab...
04/22/2026

You might be throwing away perfectly good food without knowing it.

Food labels can be confusing, but most dates aren’t about safety, they’re about quality.

Here’s the truth:
🥛 “Sell-by” = for stores, not you
🥣 “Best-by” = peak quality, not expiration
🥗 “Expiration” = When foods start to go bad, but not always exact

Your best tool? Your senses.
If it smells, looks, or feels off → toss it.
If not → it might still be perfectly fine

Less waste. More confidence. Better food choices.

The countdown is on ⏳We’re just 2 weeks away from the Food as Medicine Symposium—and it’s coming up fast!✨ Learn how foo...
04/21/2026

The countdown is on ⏳

We’re just 2 weeks away from the Food as Medicine Symposium—and it’s coming up fast!

✨ Learn how food can support your health
✨ Hear from inspiring speakers
✨ Walk away with practical tools you can actually use

Both public and professional tracks still have space, and CE credits are available.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of it!

🔗 Link in bio to register

If you want to support detox… start with your plate.Your body already knows how to detox, it just needs the right nutrie...
04/17/2026

If you want to support detox… start with your plate.

Your body already knows how to detox, it just needs the right nutrients to do it well.

Add more of these to your meals:
• Cruciferous veggies (broccoli, kale, cauliflower)
• Garlic, onions, and leeks
• Fiber-rich foods (beans, oats, flax)
• Antioxidant foods (berries, beets, artichokes)
• Herbs like ginger and turmeric

No detox kits needed—just real food

Detox isn’t a cleanse—it’s something your body is doing all the time Your liver works in two key steps to process and el...
04/16/2026

Detox isn’t a cleanse—it’s something your body is doing all the time

Your liver works in two key steps to process and eliminate toxins:

➡️ Phase I: breaks toxins down
➡️ Phase II: packages them up for removal

When both phases are supported by the right nutrients, detox becomes safer and more efficient.

No extremes needed—just consistent, nourishing choices.

Fresh, simple, and full of spring flavor This lentil salad is the kind of meal that feels light—but keeps you full and e...
04/14/2026

Fresh, simple, and full of spring flavor

This lentil salad is the kind of meal that feels light—but keeps you full and energized.

Packed with:
• Plant-based protein from lentils
• Fiber to support digestion
• Healthy fats from olives and sunflower seeds
• Bright, fresh flavors from lemon, greens, and herbs

It’s easy to make, stores well, and works for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Simple ingredients. Real nourishment.

Your body is constantly working to detox and antioxidants help protect the process.When your body breaks down toxins, it...
04/10/2026

Your body is constantly working to detox and antioxidants help protect the process.

When your body breaks down toxins, it can create unstable molecules called free radicals.
That’s where antioxidants come in.

- They help neutralize free radicals
- Support liver function
- Help your body safely eliminate toxins
- Protect against everyday environmental exposures

You’ll find them in foods like:
🟢 Berries
🟢 Leafy greens
🟢 Garlic
🟢 Green tea
🟢 Citrus fruits

The takeaway? Supporting detox doesn’t mean doing more; it means nourishing your body with the right foods.

There’s something about spring that invites us to slow down, step outside, and reconnect—with nature, with food, and wit...
04/09/2026

There’s something about spring that invites us to slow down, step outside, and reconnect—with nature, with food, and with ourselves.

Even small moments count:
🟢 A walk outside
🟢 Fresh, seasonal foods
🟢 A little more sunlight each day

How are you welcoming spring this year?

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