Whole grains are making a long overdue comeback! In their absence many people have never learned or forgotten how to properly prepare them to satisfy the palate and nourish the body!   *seasonal, dairy-free option, veggie (contains eggs)

For those with gluten sensitivity, homemade cookies and real sandwich bread may be a distant memory. But no longer! In this fun and informative class, learn about alternatives to glutenous flours. You will learn how to make your own gluten-alternative, all purpose, whole flour mix. Healthy and economical, both sweet and savory! This class also [...]

Much more than lettuce! Everybody has heard that ‘getting your greens is important for overall health. But did you know that green foods are alkalizing and cleansing? Alkaline foods help to prevent illness in the body, revitalizing us on a cellular level. Learn the benefits and preparation methods for all sorts of greens!

 Beans beans, good for your heart! Beans and lentils (legumes) are a staple of healthy diets around the world. Did you know that Pairing beans or lentils with whole grains makes a complete protein? The fiber in beans helps to regulate blood pressure. There is a bean that helps support each body organ! Learn this [...]

“Andrea at Rooted Nutrition  is teaching how to use whole foods and her honesty and obvious love for food traditions make her classes exiting.  The food is good. It’s not over flashy like adding truffle oil to everything, or coating your broccoli in cheese sauce to get anyone to eat it. We learn what is [...]

What is a cleanse? What is a detox? I am often asked ‘what is the right cleanse? Do I need to cleanse? There is a confusing array of cleansing pills and boxed supplements out there. These can be bought in health food and supplements stores. They are readily available, but choosing the wrong one for [...]

 Spring Cleansing SALE! Save 36% on this 4-class bundle! Taught by Holistic Nutritionist One benefit to cleansing deliciously through food is developing sustained positive habits in the kitchen.  Classes included are limited to Spring Cleansing Series In May 2012: Click here to register- classes fill quickly and offer ends on May 12 so act now! 1) Cooking [...]

In Holistic Nutrition we take a look at the nutrients and energy in food, the digestibility from proper preparation and also other lifestyle factors like activity level and stress levels. Among all of this information though, it is important to remember the most important nutrient of all- Vitamin L (love!)! This Mother’s Day skip the restaurants and treat Mom to [...]

Hello Rooted Nutritioners! I have struggled immensely with my diet the last four weeks. I’ve been in a lot of physical pain and I have had significant inflammatory challenges – my poor little knees are on fire as I write! My vegetable intake dropped significantly and I was eating a lot of store prepared food [...]

Antioxidants and Free Radicals What is a free radical? The story of free radicals and antioxidants is not one of good guy vs. bad guy. Free radicals are molecules that the body generates upon the exposure to toxins or invaders like bacteria, fungi or viruses. They carry extra oxygen. They are actually part of the [...]