Our Philosophy
Mission
To assist School Nutrition Professionals with finding their unique approach to designing student nutrition programs that help kids and adults alike fall in love with the flavors of whole foods and to be engaged in adventurous exploration. Food is fun! Food is medicine.
Values
At the core of how I believe any kind of meaningful change can be made is to develop trust, build in inclusiveness and a commitment to the outcome. Everyone needs to feel connected to each other and the cause. When these connections are made people have the courage to take a step forward and do something different with less fear and intimidation - with confidence.
Philosophy
School meal programs nourish students' bodies, minds and souls. What we eat becomes the cells that make up our brains, our organs, and our mood – every fiber of our body! If we want a happy, healthy body, we must feed it well! Indisputable science and research tell us that in order to be happy and healthy we need to do the following:
Eat whole foods that are minimally processed
Eat a diet rich with legumes, fruits & vegetables that are high in polyphenol nutrients
Get regular physical activity
Develop and sustain healthy relationships
These are all vital for both our physical and mental wellness! Food and physical activity are some of the most important influences on everyday brain skills from concentration, to memory, to our mental health. Our behavior, intelligence, and performance are significantly affected by the quantity and quality of what we eat.
