... if nothing else is provided. Check out this article by the NY Times that shows how kids pass us the healthy vending machine for those "other" processed versions of snacks. But I say that's because they're given a choice. Put all healthy snacks there and then they won't have a choice to make unhealthy decisions. Before long, that's all they'll want. What's your take?

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/04/education/04vending.html?_r=3

There is some new discussion around the nature of how agave is processed and broken down in the body. If you choose to use it, please do so in moderation or find other, less processed alternatives. I know, you're thinking, not again. But yes, just when you think you found something sweet and safe to eat, you find it's no better than HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP! Well, I'll have you know that the body doesn't actually need any other form of sugar than those found in your all natural fruits anyway. So what are you concerned about. Let it go!!!

http://youtu.be/HnN6FFjZBZQ

I cannot tell you how excited I am. For the first time in my life I know that I'm making a real difference in the lives of those whom I touch for Health Coaching. It's not and illusion, it's real. I know because of the transformations that are occurring right before my eyes. It's a beautiful thing. Finally, to truly marry the two: fitness and nutrition - it's the best thing ever! 

When IIN graduate Laurie Erdman was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, she decided not to let the disease get the best of her, her body, or her attitude. Practicing what she calls "radical self-care," Laurie is now symptom-free. As a Health Coach with her own company, Chronic Wellness Coaching, she shares her journey, her advice, and her lifestyle with others struggling with chronic conditions.

This October, just after we celebrate Food Day in the United States, another country will be focusing on their food and where it comes from.

On October 24, 2011 the first annual Food Day will bring awareness to the need for healthy, affordable food produced in a sustainable, humane way. Food Day seeks to bring together Americans from all walks of life—parents, teachers, and students; health professionals, community organizers, and local officials; chefs, school lunch providers, and people who just love food. Thousands of events in homes, schools, churches, farmers markets, city halls, and state capitals are being planned all over the country. 

Earlier this year, we announced our Seed Grant Program. We had a tremendous response and choosing whom to award the grants to was no easy task. We finally narrowed it down to six amazing winners. From underprivileged youth and the special needs community to busy families, there is no doubt our winners are going to spread health and happiness with the programs they will develop with the seed grant money.

And the Integrative Nutrition Seed Grants go to…

Making a major change to your lifestyle can be difficult, but when it makes you happy, it’s completely worth it. Integrative Nutrition graduates Leigh Rogers and Togo Keynes learned this first hand when they decided to quit their jobs and focus on doing what they love. Now, they have a blossoming Health and Wellness brand, Me Organics in the United Kingdom with a very bright future ahead! Check out their story here: