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What if we shifted from a culture where validation comes from the clothes you wear to one that values the heart you have? When I was younger, I used to hide the fact that most of my clothes are thrifted because I was embarrassed at what it said about my financial upbringing. Now, I STILL thrift to save money (old habits die hard)—and the planet. And I brag to everyone about the great deals I get! ?? As we approach Black Friday, let’s consider the true cost of our purchases. ?? This past weekend, I hosted a Friendsgiving-themed movie club where our “reading” assignment was watching The True Cost, a documentary on fast fashion. The film hit us with some tough realities: -?? The fast fashion industry produces 92 million tons of waste annually and is responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions—more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. -?? Many garment workers face unfair wages and unsafe conditions, with the majority earning below a living wage. -?? Over 70% of discarded clothing ends up in landfills or is incinerated, impacting both our environment and surrounding communities. Can we prioritize thoughtful, sustainable purchases this season? ?? Whether it means supporting ethical brands, repurposing what we already own, or thrifting (fun fact: many thrift stores offer 50% off on Black Friday!), we can all make a difference. ? Deciding what Nourish wants to stand for this Black Friday and Giving Tuesday has been deeply rewarding, so stay tuned…we have something special coming up! And if you haven’t already, sign up for the Nourish newsletter and get your preorder in—because with each product sold (and each newsletter signup), we plant a tree ??: nourishsupermeals.com

I am literally a tree hugger. ?? To me, preserving Mother Earth, or Pachamama in Quechua, is not optional—it's a personal mission. This past weekend, I spent time camping in nature to reflect not only on the launch of Nourish presales but also on the future of our planet. I try to make choices that align with this belief: buying local when I can, thrifting 90% of my clothes & furniture, eating mostly plant-based foods, & opting for owning a bike over a car. Nourish plants a tree per product sold & newsletter sign up, and uses organic, upcycled plant-based ingredients. Yet, what we can do as individuals and small businesses is only a small part of the change we need. Our government has the power to make crucial decisions that will significantly impact our carbon footprint. Did you know that the United States has produced more than 400 billion metric tons of cumulative carbon dioxide (CO?) emissions since 1750—more than any other nation? While recent strides have been made in renewable energy and emission reductions, the U.S. remains one of the largest contributors to global CO? emissions. Since the Industrial Revolution, global CO? emissions have surged dramatically, reaching a record high in recent years. If climate change doesn’t feel urgent, just call a friend in Florida (or me) to ask how the past month has been with two hurricanes threatening livelihoods. Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, fueled by our warming planet. Yet there is hope, and we can make an impact with our vote. Tomorrow is a critical day for not only the future of our country but also the future of our world. Make it count. ?? _________________________________________________________________________ Join our newsletter, as stated above, we plant a tree per product sold or newsletter sign up: https://lnkd.in/dxMhcw9r ??

EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE Nourish PREORDERS ARE LIVE!!! ?? When I became the first in my family to go to college, and then the first in my family to become a Doctor, my mom always joked it was thanks to the omega-3's in her chia, maca, and quinoa concoctions she used to feed me every morning. I used to be embarrassed of these breakfasts, because all I wanted to do was fit in with my American friends who all had "fun" sugary cereals. Well now I couldn't be prouder of my heritage, and I am so excited to share it with you. Thank you to my 138324334949 friends and family who supported me when I decided to leave an academic career to become a pudding lady. Thank you to my mom who left her whole family behind 23 years ago to move me to the USA for me to have a chance at the "American Dream." Thank you to Patrick Beetz, CFA for being okay constantly being strapped for $ (first, I was a PhD student for 5 years, then, I was saving every penny to start my own business, now I am an entrepreneur that is not paying herself for the foreseeable future ??). Thank you to Tia Leo, my aunt who helped raise me. When she developed Alzheimer’s, which is often called “Type-III Diabetes” due to its link to metabolic health, it was the final kick I needed to rededicate my life from researching wellbeing to actively improving it via stomachs. No one should suffer from preventable diseases. Thank you to the countless strangers turned beloved friends I have met through random intros and straight-up cold messages as I began my CPG journey. Now, go on and order your Nourish Supermeal, an instant, glycemic-friendly and DELICIOUS organic chia pudding with 22g of protein, upcycled chia and 1-2g total sugar! Order here: https://lnkd.in/eZm7RMXZ As a thank you for pre-ordering this month: - All shipping is free -You get a FREE Nourish hat (made in Peru) if you try both flavors ?? -And yes, of course, I plant one tree per product sold ?? Orders are expected to ship between November 28th and December 10th! I can't wait for you to try! :)

? It’s what’s on the inside that counts. ? We've all heard “don’t judge a book by its cover,” and whether in relationships or in food, these words couldn’t be truer. When building Nourish, I focused on three core values when selecting the inside—our ingredients: ?? Taste: Eating healthy should NEVER feel like a sacrifice. ?? Quality: No matter the diet type, high-quality ingredients are essential. ?? Health: Food should support both short-term and long-term goals. Short-term goals mean meeting my daily protein (hellooo 22g of protein per serving) and energy needs conveniently. Long-term goals mean building a foundation for lifelong metabolic health so I can keep pursuing my health goals… until I’m 120. ?? Too often, ingredients in protein supplements cater to either short- or long-term goals—why not both? That’s why I built Nourish. And yes, I am not kidding when I say I want to live to be 120, at least. Here’s to health that supports today and tomorrow. ______ I cannot wait for you to try Nourish soon. You know the drill, sign up for our newsletter, we plant one tree per product sold ?? https://lnkd.in/dxMhcw9r

I listened to your feedback. ?? When I first gave people samples of Nourish, while the feedback was super positive (22g of spoonable protein that tastes more like a dessert than chalk!?!), many people told me that it has the consistency more similar to oats or porridge than to pudding, so they suggested changing the name. Some suggestions I received: -chia protein porridge? -chia oat-free protein oats? -chia frosting? But I knew that making an instant chia PUDDING had to be possible. So I went back to the drawing board. The solution? Grind the dry ingredients to an even finer consistency. Finer consistency = creamier pudding. And these iterations pushed back the launch, but its worth it, because listening to your target customers is always worth it ?? Now FINALLY, I am opening up pre launch sales within the next few days, for, an instant, protein packed...pudding. ?? And I cannot wait for you to try it. Sign up for our waitlist now, we'll not only plant a tree per newsletter sign up, but another fun surprise when pre-sales open ?? ?? Waitlist/newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eSw8i3w9 _________________________________

BEYOND excited to strengthen my startup skills at the Glaring Gap Summit this October! I am EXTREMELY honored to be one of 50 women participants selected. ?? Right in time as I near Nourish's upcoming launch! ?? Counting down the days to spend 2 full days learning from, and being nourished by, the wisdom and company of other amazing women leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs in Florida. ____________________________________________________ If you haven't yet, follow Nourish and sign up for our newsletter! we plant one tree per newsletter sign-up. ?? https://lnkd.in/eSw8i3w9 Learn more about this state-wide initiative to support women startup leaders hosted by Embarc Collective and ReliaQuest: https://lnkd.in/eVtr7Dig