Sofia Health is an online platform that connects individuals to wellness providers' classes, services, and products. They aim to make holistic health accessible to everyone. Founded by Riley Rees in 2019, Sofia Health is on a mission to help independent practitioners run their business while empowering individuals to take control of their health. Listen in as Riley and Dianne discuss Sofia Health, the inspiration behind it, and why it's so important that holistic health be accessible to everyone. About Riley Rees: Riley Rees is an Air Force veteran, MIT graduate, and the CEO of Sofia Health, a marketplace connecting consumers to wellness providers. Through tools like real-time scheduling and payment processing, Sofia Health enables providers to expand their reach and streamline their practice, while empowering individuals to take charge of their holistic well-being journey. Riley’s experience both personally and professionally has emphasized the importance of providing better access to whole health. **Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page. Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team. This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, we hear from NTI student, Gabija Mazunaite. Gabija shares her personal story of transitioning away from veganism. Listen in as she and Dianne discuss incorporating animal foods into the diet, the importance of nutrient density, and reconnecting to your body’s intuition.

About Gabija: I'm currently an NTI student and enthusiast for holistic wellness, weightlifting, and especially women's health. I started an Instagram page to share my love, knowledge, and passion for natural living where I frequently share the importance of reconnecting to our bodies, showing up, and advocating for ourselves! Side hobby turned side hustle - I feel so grateful for the ability to connect to like-minded people and inspire others to live healthier and choose a more natural, holistic-based route in a society that has lost touch with true health.

@glowwithgabija

**Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.

Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.

This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

What do you think about organ meats? If you’ve been with us for a while, you’ve probably heard our director, Dianne, talk about the superior nutrient density of organ meats. Well, don’t just take her word for it! In this special episode of the NTI PodTalk, Dianne talks to Chef James Barry, who is also an avid promoter of eating organ meats. He created Pluck, a product that helps people easily include organ meats in the diet without the ‘ick’ factor. Listen in as James and Dianne discuss Pluck, the inspiration behind it, and how organ meats are the most nutrient dense food.

James Barry’s 16 + years in the culinary field started as a private chef cooking for celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Mariska Hargitay, George Clooney, Gerard Butler, Sean “Puffy” Combs, Barbra Streisand, and John Cusack. Most recently, James launched his first functional food product, Pluck, an organ-based seasoning. It’s the first of its kind and an amazingly easy and delicious way for people to get organ meats into their diet. James is also a published cookbook author having co-authored the recipes in Margaret Floyd’s book Eat Naked and co-authored the follow-up cookbook The Naked Foods Cookbook. He most recently co-authored the recipes in Dr. Alejandro Junger’s book, Clean 7.

**Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.

Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.

This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, Dianne Koehler and Dr. Jessie Miller discuss naturopathic medicine's role in holistic health, specifically with a focus on women's health. Dr. Jessie talks about the importance of nutrition and individualized care, the use of testing to tailor treatments, and the concept of postpartum depletion. Dianne and Dr. Jessie also discuss the need for a collaborative healthcare approach that includes both naturopathic doctors and nutrition therapists.

Dr. Jessie Miller is a Naturopathic doctor who focuses on women's health, digestive health, and pediatrics. Overall, she utilizes a holistic approach to health that includes assessing and treating with lifestyle, nutrition, labs - both basic and functional, herbal medicine, and physical medicine. The role she sees herself in is the bridge between conventional and alternative medicine, while focusing on the individual body in front of her. Dr. Jessie serves as secretary of the Colorado Association of Naturopathic Doctors. She also has 2 small boys and a husband that keep her busy, loves to bake, and explore the Colorado mountains.

**Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.

Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.

This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

We hear all the time from students that the Natural Food Chef program was a transformational journey that changed their lives. Well, don’t just take our word for it! In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, we hear from three recent Natural Food Chef graduates, Catherine Gonzalez-Lofgren, Ali Mayer, and Cathy Grant. Listen in as they share their personal stories about what led them to the Natural Food Chef program and the journey that transformed them. About Catherine: Catherine Gonzalez-Lofgren is a 2023 graduate of NTI's Natural Food Chef program. Driven by a lifelong passion for health & wellness, Catherine holds a Master's in Public Health from Oregon Health & Science University and is currently a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach candidate. In addition, Catherine serves on the Board of Directors for JoyRx/Children's Cancer Association, which strives to enhance the quality of healthcare for pediatric patients facing life-threatening illnesses. About Ali: Ali’s career path has taken her from the corporate world to entrepreneurship to work in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector. The thread throughout her career has been a desire to create, to work with and in support of others, and to build community. During the Covid pandemic, she found a passion for cooking, which she explored through online cooking courses with Leiths School of Food and Wine in London. An enduring interest in health and wellness, buoyed by her forays into cooking, led her to become a Natural Food Chef through The Nutrition Therapy Institute. She is excited to explore new opportunities that merge culinary arts and nutrition with her passion for entrepreneurship and making a difference in the world. About Cathy: Spent 35 years in the Fitness Industry. Hiking and Biking enthusiast. Lover of healthy Food and Lifestyles! **Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page. Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team. This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

Do you ever wonder how much you can trust the labels on organic food? In today’s episode of the NTI PodTalk, we hear from Organic Industry Watchdog, Mark Kastel, the founder and Executive Director of OrganicEye. Listen in as he and Dianne discuss organic label standards, organic certifiers, and protecting the integrity of the organic food system.

About Mark:

Mark Kastel has spent most of his professional life advocating for family farmers and working to ensure the integrity of organics. He spent his early career working for agribusiness giants, International Harvester, J.I. Case, and the FMC Corporation, but made a paradigm shift to organic agriculture in the early 1980s after suffering a debilitating illness. His adherence to an exclusively organic diet was instrumental in restoring and maintaining his good health. That shift led him to start farming organically on his own and to establish an industry-related consultancy.

In 2004, he co-founded The Cornucopia Institute and built a reputation as one of the most recognizable and effective organic industry watchdogs.

Check out Kastel’s Kitchen, where Mark shares tips and tricks for decoding organics!

**Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.

Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.

This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

Have you ever thought about the career opportunities in the employee benefits space of corporate wellness? Join Dianne Koehler and Emma Tekstra as they dive into corporate wellness programs and the career opportunities for NTI grads in the corporate wellness space. This episode provides great insight into how you can use your certification in the employee benefits space. Emma even provides the names of companies to look into!

Emma Tekstra, FIA, is a global health consultant and independent health researcher, passionate about helping companies and individuals understand what truly creates health and wellbeing. As a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries, Emma is deeply rooted in the data and science of the human body and what makes it tick or break down.

In 2023, Emma left her corporate job after 25 years to become an independent consultant and author. Emma blogs regularly on nutrition and other topics. You can read more about Emma, her upcoming book, and sign up for her blog on her website. She’s also on Instagram and Linkedin.

**Timestamps for the topics discussed and the list of companies Emma mentioned can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.

Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team. https://ntischool.com/

This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, we are flipping the script! Today we are going to hear from NTI director and PodTalk host, Dianne Koehler. Dianne is teaching a 2-part workshop on cognitive health and mobility on March 23 and April 20, and she wants to tell you all about it! She will explain the 3 ogres of aging: cognitive decline, incontinence, and loss of mobility, and provide actionable steps to help you strengthen your cognitive health and mobility! Dianne has been a leader in the field of nutrition education for 15 years. Her interest in this subject stems from watching a family member experience the debilitating effects of cognitive decline, compromised mobility, and incontinence. She is now on a mission to share what she knows to help others avert this same fate. **Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.

Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.

This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.