Feeding the Root

Dermatologist x Dietitian Collab 🔍 if you have Psoriasis, Eczema & Seborrheic dermatitis keep reading!

We are looking for a handful of people who fit the following criteria to participate in our case analysis.

- 18 y/o+
- skin of color
- has BCBS, Cigna, Aetna or UHC insurance (or willing to pay out of pocket ~$1,200 over the course of 1 year)
- not currently undergoing treatment
- willing & able to commit to regular sessions(bi-weekly/monthly) with both clinicians throughout the treatment plan during normal business hours, Tuesdays or Thursdays
- able to pay an initial patient fee $150
- not required, but a plus if you have metabolic disorders like diabetes, PCOS or gut issues like IBS.

If this is you, please email [email protected] with an overview of your case!

We’re looking for a new practice & partnerships coordinator to join our team at Feeding the Root!

If you’re passionate about community health, relationship-building, and helping a growing practice expand its impact, this might be a good fit for you!

Excited to kick this off today!

Our Rooted in Wellness nutrition series begins this upcoming Wednesday at the South Memphis Farmers Market in partnership with Feeding the Root

This is a culinary nutrition program focused on building cooking skills, using fresh local foods, and learning how everyday meals can support heart health and disease prevention.

Registration is still open and we'd love to have you!

Our first Rooted in Wellness workshop starts next Wednesday April 22nd. It is a culinary nutrition program focused on building cooking skills, using fresh local foods, and learning how everyday meals can support heart health and disease prevention.

​Participants will engage in hands on cooking activities, nutrition education curated by a registered dietitian, and learn practical strategies for preparing simple, nourishing meals at home using affordable, seasonal ingredients.

We’d love to have you! Share with a friend! All classes are completely FREE!

April 22
April 29
May 6
May 13

Location
South Memphis Farmers Market
1400 Mississippi Blvd

Register to attend here-- https://www.theworkscdc.org/event-list

We have an exciting new program launching on April 22nd in collaboration with Feeding the Root

Rooted in Wellness is a culinary nutrition program focused on building cooking skills, using fresh local foods, and learning how everyday meals can support heart health and disease prevention.

​Participants will engage in hands on cooking activities, nutrition education curated by a registered dietitian, and learn practical strategies for preparing simple, nourishing meals at home using affordable, seasonal ingredients. This program is designed from a culturally relevant perspective and supports individuals managing or working to prevent chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes.

​Program Dates
- April 22
- April 29
- May 6
- May 13

Location
South Memphis Farmers Market 1400 Mississippi Blvd

Register here- https://www.theworkscdc.org/upcoming-events

For more information:
email: [email protected]

Our team had the opportunity to lead a Caring for Your Heart + Culinary Nutrition Workshop for the incredible employees at Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) ♥️

We explored how nutrition, culture and community come together to support heart health.

Through hands on culinary activities and real life discussion, participants learned how small, sustainable changes in can make a big impact on blood pressure, cholesterol levels, inflammation and overall well being.

Black History Month Spotlight: Soul Food and Your Heart Health 🥬♥️

It’s likely you’ve tried to cut out the cultural foods you love in efforts to improve your health & found it difficult to manage.

We’re breaking down the stigma around soul food in our recently published blog by with contributions from Esosa Osagiede, .melanated.dietitian owner and registered dietitian of Your Melanated Dietitian.