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Happy Thanksgiving from and ! On this special day, let’s celebrate it with hearts full of gratitude!

Crisp air, falling leaves, and cozy sweaters. Who doesn’t love the autumn weather? There is so much to enjoy during this time of year – especially food! Pumpkin pie, green bean casserole, stuffing, latkes, and more! Many of these dishes we associate with family, friends, and joyful memories.

Moreover, many of these dishes feature whole food ingredients that have nutritional benefits that can support overall health.

Learn about some of Danielle Moyer's favorite autumn-time foods and try out the healthy ginger cookie recipe in our latest blog!

My path to practicing holistic nutrition began almost 20 years ago, after a diagnosis of metastatic melanoma. At the time, the only treatment, along with surgery, was a medication called interferon, used to boost the immune system. The side effects for me were intolerable, and I believed that there must be other ways to boost the immune system.

Around that time, I attended a talk by a nutritionist (whose name I dearly wish I could remember so that I could thank her) who fed us, all cancer patients, a delicious meal, and explained the ways in which food could be medicine. The information she provided was mind-blowing, and it was incredibly empowering.

Learn how Angela turned a diagnosis of metastatic melanoma into a thriving nutrition consultation practice in our latest blog.

Learn what it’s like to be a Nutrition Consultant student before you enroll!

Join Bauman College on Wednesday, October 18th, for an online information session and the first day of class!

Online Information Session

3:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time

During this 30-minute Zoom webinar, meet with our Admissions and Financial Aid team to get more information about our Nutrition Consultant Program’s curriculum, schedule, career opportunities, and tuition & financial aid.

Online Orientation Observation

Join our newest group of students on Teams for their first day of class. This New Student Orientation will review the program, how to prepare for classes, and resources to support you on your journey. You’ll meet our amazing faculty and staff, and get to know potential classmates. Choose from one of the following times:

Observation Option 1: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time / 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Observation Option 2: From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time

The demand for Nutrition Consultants continues to grow. Discover what you can do now to have a job you truly enjoy.

Nutrition Consultant Program Online Info Session and Orientation Observation | Bauman College Join Bauman College on Wednesday, October 18th for an online information session and the first day of class!

Dawn Fiacco is a graduate of the Nutrition Consultant Program and Holistic Chef Program at Bauman College. Also, with a master’s degree in clinical art therapy, Dawn is a student at Dominican University of California’s doctoral program in Art Therapy. Her research is focused on understanding eating habits through art.

"Bauman College has helped me to have the work I love by preparing me to be successful at what I do. Because of Bauman College, I can say that I truly have enjoyment and passion in what I do every day. If you are interested in attending Bauman College, do not wait! Your future is today! Just do it! You will not regret it!"

Are you curious about the connection between holistic nutrition and art therapy? Keep reading to learn more about Dawn and how you can participate in her studies in our latest blog!

Bauman College Grad Dawn Fiacco Connects Holistic Nutrition and Art Therapy: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Dawn Fiacco is a graduate of the Nutrition Consultant Program and Holistic Chef Program at Bauman College. Also, with a master’s degree in clinical art therapy, Dawn is a student at Dominican University of California's doctoral program in Art Therapy. Her research is focused on understanding eatin...

Discover some delicious and healthy treats you can make for Halloween and beyond! Join Bauman College on Wednesday, October 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time for a fun and interactive webinar. Holistic Chef program manager Chef Carrie Bonfitto will show how to make a delicious and healthful Pumpkin Spice Latte and nutrient-packed Black Bean Brownies. Nutrition Consultant program manager Diane Fischler will share the health benefits of some of the ingredients used in these creations.

This will be a great way to kick off the autumn holiday season. You’ll learn some tips and tricks to include supportive foods and spices to make healthful and delicious treats for you and your family.

Our Admissions and Financial Aid team will also provide information and answer questions about both our online Nutrition Consultant and Holistic Chef Culinary programs.

Bauman College Webinar | Delicious Treats to Celebrate Fall | Bauman College Discover some delicious and healthy treats you can make for Halloween and beyond! Join Bauman College on Wednesday, October 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time for a fun and interactive webinar. Holistic Chef program manager Chef Carrie Bonfitto will show how to make a delicious and healthf...

“Hello everyone 🌸

I’m Kara, the holistic nutrition consultant and full spectrum doula of

I recently graduated from Bauman College as a Holistic Nutrition Consultant and have been serving women as a doula for the last four years!

I am passionate about gardening, herbalism, nutrition, cooking and the intersection of those things which, to me, is deep nourishment & wellness.

I am an educator at heart (thanks for passing that down, mom) and I express this gift though childbirth, postpartum and nutrition education classes. All of which I already offer or will be offering within the next few months.

I am very excited to use my new education to support people in finding what makes them feel nourished, honor their physiological truth, find ease throughout pregnancy and/or postpartum and live with vitality.”

Such a cool intersection of Nutrition Consultant and Doula work here. Where could our Nutrition Consultant program take you?

Are you interested in exploring a career as a nutrition consultant? Have you wondered what a nutrition consultant does and how you can create a rewarding career in a growing field?

Join Tiffany Hunter, an instructor in our Nutrition Consultant Online Program, on Wednesday, September 6th, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time for an interactive webinar with one of our instructors, Tiffany Hunter. She will share some tips on how to achieve the career of your dreams!

Nutrition Consultant Career Opportunities: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Are you interested in exploring a career as a nutrition consultant? Have you wondered what a nutrition consultant does and how you can create a rewarding career in a growing field? Join Tiffany Hunter, an instructor in our Nutrition Consultant Online Program on Wednesday, September 6th from 10:30 a....

“Really enjoyed making this hot and sour soup (a vegetarian adaptation of a classic Chinese dish) during class.

This week my students are learning all about soups and this one was a fun exercise to learn about rehydrating dried mushrooms, thickening broths with a slurry, flavor balancing, and adding egg into a soup.

I love the chewiness of the tree ear mushrooms and the way the vinegar balances the intensity of the white pepper. Delicious!” - Holistic Chef Instructor Melissa Shaffer

We love seeing our graduates out in the real world doing good and giving back. This post from warms our hearts! 💚

“Glimpses from our volunteer gathering/work session, which took place at Potrero Farm yesterday. 🌱

As a 2015 graduate of Bauman College, my heart brims with joy when I express my gratitude for the chance to offer nutrition counseling services to the workers of Abundant Grace, who have the opportunity twice a week to perform fulfilling work at the farm, with the opportunity to transform their lives. Many of the workers are currently experiencing homelessness (some living in their cars).💗

The endless outpouring of aloha from my companions is truly immeasurable. Swipe left to see more images, including a photo of my friend Curtis & I, who was the first worker/friend I met when I first started volunteering at the farm earlier this year. He loves picking flowers and often lovingly hands them to volunteers. He regals me with stories of his climbing days in Yosemite as we harvest veggies side-by-side on the beautiful farmland. 👩🏻‍🌾

I invite you to explore the remarkable work of Abundant Grace, an organization I wholeheartedly support. 💐

xo,
Heidi 🌸”

If you are looking for a Bauman College Holistic Chef or Nutritional Consultant as an employee, extern, or participant in a special event, please click the link below! Our students and alums have access to various career services support, including regular job announcements with local and national full-time, part-time, temporary, and volunteer opportunities.

https://baumancollege.org/employers/

Are you thinking about how to feed your family as the transition from vacation mode to classrooms and offices begins? Learn about why and how whole unprocessed foods nourish and support brain health, mood, and energy levels for the entire family in our latest blog!

And, join Bauman College teaching assistant and Nutrition Consultant graduate Suzanne Chasalow on August 2 for a live informative presentation about family-friendly recipes and nourishing tips.

Back to School: Foods for the Whole Family: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Are you thinking about how to feed your family as the transition from vacation mode to classrooms and offices begins? Learn about why and how whole unprocessed foods nourish and support brain health, mood, and energy levels for the whole family. Come join Bauman College teaching assistant and nutrit...

Chef Melissa Shaffer, one of our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program instructors, brings us a plant-based Herbaceous Smashed Chickpea Salad recipe, perfect for the summer!

Join Chef Melissa for a live online cooking demo on July 25 to learn more about the techniques involved in this recipe.

Herbaceous Smashed Chickpea Salad by Chef Melissa Shaffer Chef Melissa Shaffer, one of our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program instructors brings us a plant-based Herbaceous Smashed Chickpea Salad recipe, perfect for the summer! Join Chef Melissa for a live online cooking demo on July 25 to learn more about the techniques involved in this recipe. Plant-B...

“🥕🥦🥬🧅🧄Vegan “bone” broth. Packed with veggies and loaded with minerals. Something soothing to sip on all week long!” - via Nutrition Consultant Student

Our incredible faculty & staff embracing the summer vibes at or sister school ‘s Summer Wellness Social! ☀️🌸💫

Please join us at our Bauman College Online Summer Wellness Social on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Our faculty and support team will provide information and answer questions about both our online Nutrition Consultant and Holistic Chef Culinary programs.

Our senior instructor, Chef Lizette Marx, will demonstrate how to properly cut a fresh pineapple and quickly make a delicious, fermented drink called tepache with the rind. No need to spend money on pricey store-bought kombucha when you can ferment right from the comfort of your own home! Our teaching assistant, Chef Martina Russial, will demonstrate how to open a fresh coconut and quickly prepare a refreshing summer beverage full of electrolytes and hydration to replenish after summer activities.

Alongside these demonstrations, our seasoned team of Nutrition Consultant mentors will discuss the nutritional benefits of these ingredients and how they positively impact the systems of the body. The benefits of healthy fats, electrolytes, and why too much coconut water can be detrimental may be just a few of the things you learn in this social!

To wrap things up, our Senior Career Services Advisor, Sue Duran, will discuss the lifetime career support services offered at Bauman College and how you can turn a passion into a career.

Come enjoy some fun seasonal summer ingredients and learn a little more about how to support your overall health amidst the heat. We look forward to seeing you there!

Bauman College Webinar | Summer Wellness Social | Bauman College Please join us at our Bauman College Online Summer Wellness Social on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Our faculty and support team will provide information and answer questions about both our online Nutrition Consultant and Holistic Chef Culinary programs.

Late Spring/Early Summer, 3
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Menu curated by , highlighting the botanicals of the season💕
Her finale for the Holistic Chef Program 👩🏻‍🍳🌿💕

“The most proud I’ve ever been of any of my creations is this panna cotta! A tear came out when I tasted it!

This year has brought me to a lot of new growth edges, it’s been hard work. I feel so satisfied with the work I’m doing, and most importantly I feel inspired!”

Congrats on all the great work ! This looks like it was delicious! 🤤

So cool! Bauman College Holistic Chef Program Graduate ‘s daughter has made the decision to join our Nutrition Consultant Program! 🤩🥑🍊

Having graduated from High School a year ahead of schedule, she has chosen to follow her passions (and her mom’s footsteps) with us.

We take immense pride in nurturing students like her, who aspire to make a positive impact in the field of nutrition.

We are confident that she is set to embark on an incredible journey, laying the foundation for a bright and fulfilling future! 🔥🔥🔥

Join Susan Arthur, a Bauman College graduate and instructor of the Nutrition Consultant Program, for an engaging webinar on June 29th.

Discover the intriguing connection between summer's delightful sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and sensations and their role in nourishing our bodies and enhancing overall health. Uncover the secrets to maximizing the benefits of the splendid summer season and embracing vibrant well-being. Don't miss out on this captivating event!

Get the Most out of Your Summer with Mindful Nourishment: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Get the most out of your summer and any season by incorporating mindful nourishment into your daily routine. Nourishment is not only about the food you eat but also about how you feed your mental and emotional health. Engage Your Senses Fully engage your senses during the delightful summer months by...

🌈🌿 Celebrating Pride Month with Bauman College! 🌿🌈

Happy Pride Month, everyone! 🎉🏳️‍🌈 At Bauman College, we embrace the power of love, acceptance, and unity. 🌈

During this special month, we honor and support our LGBTQ+ community, recognizing their unique beauty and unwavering resilience. Today, we raise our voices and stand together in solidarity, celebrating their accomplishments and affirming their right to live authentically. 🙌🏽

Have you ever wondered what blood pressure is, how it can affect you and your health, and what you can do to make simple dietary and lifestyle changes to support healthy blood pressure in yourself and your clients?

Join Anita Padala, Bauman College graduate and TA in our Nutrition Consultant Online Program, for an informative webinar on June 8, 2023, or read below for a sneak peek into what will be covered.

Chef Carrie Bonfitto, one of our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program instructors, shares a refreshing recipe just in time for summer, Strawberry Silk with Coconut Cream!

Discover the inspiration behind this dessert and the recipe below, or join Chef Carrie for a live online cooking demonstration TOMORROW, June 6, 2023.

Strawberry Silk with Coconut Cream by Chef Carrie Bonfitto: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Chef Carrie Bonfitto, one of our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program instructors, shares a refreshing recipe just in time for summer, Strawberry Silk with Coconut Cream! Discover the inspiration behind this dessert along with the recipe below, or join Chef Carrie for a live online cooking demonstr...

“Who knew that you could stuff an avocado with taco meat, top with cheese and bake for 10 minutes until the cheese melts then add some tomato, cilantro, or whatever fixings you want? I recently made this in the and it was delicious!” -
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Sonja “Sunny” Stancell is a graduate of our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program. Sunny has combined her passions into a multifaceted career with the goal of helping people learn how to care for their “WHOLE-SELF” as she learns the same.

Discover how Sunny became a triple threat, Holistic Chef, Nutritional Coach and Herbalist and shows no signs of slowing down in our latest blog.

Sonja “Sunny” Stancell Enjoys a Multifaceted Career as a Holistic Chef, Nutritional Coach and Herbalist: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Sonja "Sunny" Stancell is a graduate of our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program. Sunny has combined her passions into a multifaceted career with the goal of helping people learn how to care for their "WHOLE-SELF" as she learns the same. Discover how Sunny became a triple threat, Holistic Chef, Nut...

Here is an easy recipe to add some nutritional benefits to your meal and integrate some foundational foods:

Danielle’s Easy Dairy-Free Pesto

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups fresh basil
Note: You can replace basil with whatever herbs/greens you have on deck. Consider arugula, kale, cilantro, mint, dill, sage, chives, or parsley. You can mix/match over time too. Parsley or basil (alone or combined) is my personal favorite.
3 tablespoons pine nuts
Note: You can replace pine nuts with pepitas, pecans, almonds, cashews, walnuts, or sunflower seeds. Walnuts are my personal favorite.
2 garlic cloves – peeled
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
¼ teaspoon sea salt
Fresh black pepper (to taste)
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

Add the herbs, nuts, garlic cloves, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, sea salt, and black pepper into a food processor or blender. Blend on high until it is consistent throughout. It will be thick.
Add the olive oil slowly and pulse until it is combined. You can have the food processor running while drizzling in the olive oil, or you can blend it in every few seconds or so.
Taste and assess! If you want a “cheesier” flavor, add nutritional yeast. If it is too thick, add some water or more olive oil.
Pesto stores in the fridge for 2 days in an airtight container or in the freezer for 2 months.

Creative ways to use pesto, which adds delicious flavor and nutritional benefits to meals:

Add it to your soups
Spread it on your sandwiches
Drizzle onto your roasted vegetables
Put it on pizza
Spread it on your chicken or fish
Stuff it in chicken
Put it on your eggs
Use it as a topper for grilled meats/vegetables
Put it in baked goods
Make it a “dip” with yogurt for vegetables
Of course, put it on pasta!

Are you curious to learn more about some foods you eat daily? Are you interested in learning fun facts about food that will inspire you to add more healthy food to your diet?

Danielle Moyer, a Nutrition Consultant Online Program instructor, reveals five foundational foods to support health and a bonus recipe for dairy-free pesto.

Find the fun facts in our latest blog, or join Danielle for a live webinar on May 18, 2023 where she will go over these five foods in greater detail.

Nutrition Consultant Danielle Moyer Shares Five Foundational Foods to Support Health: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Are you curious to learn more about some foods you eat daily? Are you interested in learning fun facts about food that will inspire you to add more healthy food to your diet? Danielle Moyer, instructor in our Nutrition Consultant Online Program, reveals five foundational foods to support health alon...

Shout out to Bauman College Graduate and all the Mompreneurs out there! Happy Mother’s Day!

“As a small business owner, mom and entrepreneur, my journey hasn’t been easy. Balancing work, family and a personal life can feel like a never ending juggling act. But every time I feel overwhelmed with tasks, I remember why I started this business- to make a positive impact on my community and provide for my family.
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I am truly grateful for all the support and understanding I’ve received from those who have been by my side. Your loyalty and encouragement mean everything to me as I continue to navigate the hurdles of entrepreneurship.
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Thank you to everyone who has supported my business thus far. Your continued patronage not only supports a small business, but helps keep the mompreneur’s dream alive 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜.”

Happy ! 🎉 At Bauman College, our mission is to help people have work they love and provide education that empowers individuals to optimize health and well-being through nutrition and holistic cooking. We owe our success to our incredible teachers who have dedicated themselves to teaching and inspiring our students. Their hard work and passion for holistic health have made Bauman College what it is today.

To celebrate our amazing teachers, we'd like to share some recent reviews from our students and graduates on Google. 🌟 We are grateful for everything you do to make Bauman College a special place to learn and grow. Your commitment to excellence and your expertise in the field has inspired countless individuals to pursue their passion for holistic health.

On behalf of all Bauman College students and graduates, we want to say a big THANK YOU to our amazing teachers! You are truly appreciated and valued. ❤️

Avgolemono is a fragrant, silky, golden sauce popularized in Greek cuisine. It’s used to sauce fish, chicken, and cabbage dishes, turned into velvety salad dressings, and added to soups to enhance their color and texture.

Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd, for an interactive and fun online cooking class with Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program instructor Chef Carrie Bonfitto, as she makes Greek Avgolemono Soup! Or read the recipe in our latest blog!

Avgolemono Soup by Chef Carrie Bonfitto: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Avgolemono is a fragrant, silky, golden sauce popularized in Greek cuisine. It’s used to sauce fish, chicken, and cabbage dishes, turned into velvety salad dressings, and added to soups to enhance their color and texture. Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd for an interactive and fun online cooking clas...

Are you confused about fats?

Should we avoid them all? Is butter really better? What is trans-fat? Will eating eggs increase my risk of heart attack?

Are you seeing conflicting and contradictory information on social media and on television? Have you noticed that foods like eggs that were considered healthy last year are unhealthy this year, and vice versa? Is red meat really bad for us?

Find the facts about fats and how to choose the best quality sources with Laura Knoff, B.Sc., Nutrition Consultant and instructor in our Nutrition Consultant Program by reading the article below, or Join Bauman College on Thursday, April 13th from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time to learn more about the role of fats and oils in a nutritious diet. We will discover all this and more in our info-packed webinar, Fats: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly.

Fats: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Are you confused about fats? Should we avoid them all? Is butter really better? What is trans-fat? Will eating eggs increase my risk of heart attack? Are you seeing conflicting and contradictory information on social media and on television? Have you noticed that foods like eggs that were considered...

The salad bowl. While it is by no means a new concept, Chef Lizette Marx, an instructor for our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program, shares one of her favorite salads for this season, a Springtime Salad Nicoise.

Learn how to compose Chef Lizette’s Salad Nicoise by reading the recipe below or join us to watch Chef Lizette make this salad during a live online cooking demo on April 11, 2023.

Springtime Salad Nicoise by Chef Lizette Marx: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes The salad bowl. While it is by no means a new concept, Chef Lizette Marx, an instructor for our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program, shares one of her favorite salads for this season, a Springtime Salad Nicoise. Learn how to compose Chef Lizette’s Salad Nicoise by reading the recipe below or joi...

For this month’s specials at , they’ve used Ethiopian spice blends to bring you dishes that are colorful, and full of flavor. Come try them out, and see for yourself! Bowl designed by Bauman College Graduate .

Have you been thinking about doing some “Spring Cleaning”? Spring is a great time to clear out the clutter in the nooks and crannies of your living space. It is also an excellent time to clean out your inner space.

Spring Cleaning Inside and Out: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Springtime is just around the corner. Have you been thinking about doing some “Spring Cleaning”? Spring is a great time to clear out the clutter in the nooks and crannies of your living space. It is also an excellent time to clean out your inner space as well. Periodic cleansing can restore and ...

Chef Porsche Combash, an instructor for our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program, is back at it with yet another recipe, perfect for Spring.

Learn more about the inspiration and recipe for Chef Porsche’s Neighborhood-Foraged Spring Pesto below. You are also welcome to join us for a live cooking demonstration led by Chef Porsche on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

RSVP for the event or get the recipe in our latest blog!

Neighborhood-Foraged Spring Pesto by Chef Porsche Combash: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Chef Porsche Combash, an instructor for our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program, is back at it with yet another recipe, perfect for Spring. Learn more about the inspiration and recipe for Chef Porsche’s Neighborhood-Foraged Spring Pesto below. Foraged Food is Free, Fresh, and Local I love going ...

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Tea and scones, anyone?! Chef Lizette Marx, an instructor for our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program, provides a delectable citrusy scone recipe that is sure to delight your taste buds.

Read the recipe below to learn how to make these gluten-free Mandarin and Thyme Scented Scones. You are also welcome to join Chef Lizette for a live online cooking demonstration TONIGHT Thursday, February 23, 5:30pm-6:30pm PST.

Mandarin and Thyme Scented Scones by Chef Lizette Marx: Bauman College | Blog and Recipes Tea and scones, anyone?! Chef Lizette Marx, an instructor for our Holistic Chef Online Culinary Program, provides a delectable citrusy scone recipe that is sure to delight your taste buds. Learn how to make these gluten-free Mandarin and Thyme Scented Scones by reading the recipe below. You are also...

Taste the life-changing power of food as medicine and connect with 21 wise and experienced food experts about nutritional and lifestyle habits that can transform your well-being.

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Bauman College Holistic Chef Instructor Lizette Marx will share her approach to Hormone Balancing Bliss in the Kitchen with recipes she'll demo for you that help alleviate stubborn estrogen dominance patterns during Menopause.

You’ll also hear from functional medicine doctors, Ayurvedic practitioners, chefs, nutritionists, and coaches, all of whom will inspire you in the kitchen, support you in understanding how food meets your physiology, and tantalize your taste buds with fresh flavor ideas!

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