September 2005 Issue
America is a great country. We have the security, freedom and lifestyle desired by many people around the world. But Americans are overweight, unhappy and unhealthy. Every year healthcare costs increase while overall health decreases; people continue to eat poorly, gain weight, and depend on medications and operations to maintain their health.
We can do better. Americans deserve an effective, efficient system based on prevention, holistic health education, sound nutrition theory and high quality personal care. Integrative Nutrition is dedicated to helping evolve the future of nutrition, so that all beings can live healthier, happier, more fulfilling lives. We are called the Institute for Integrative Nutrition because we teach a way of eating that synthesizes the best of all the different nutrition theories, from the ancient traditions of ayurveda, macrobiotics and Chinese medicine to the most current concepts like raw foods, Atkins, blood type diets, the Zone and the USDA Pyramid. There is no perfect way of eating that works for everyone. We believe in intuitive eating, based on each individual knowing that what's right for one person may not be right for another.
As more Americans adopt a healthier lifestyle, this great country will strengthen itself from the inside out and become a model for others around the world. We are looking to you to be an important part of this transformation.
As our health improves, we feel empowered to pursue the life of our dreams - the life we came here to live. Our intention is for you to uncover this process for yourself and then share it with others. The public wants to be healthy. They are thrilled to have teachers and counselors with a broad understanding of health and nutrition to show them the way.
You are a highly intelligent, highly sensitive human being with an appreciation of the benefits of whole foods and holistic living. Our mission is to empower you to stand up, speak up and act up for what you believe to be true. You are a brilliant individual with the capacity to reach out and touch many lives. May your aliveness create a ripple effect in the world, and may all your hopes and dreams come true.
Best Wishes,
Joshua Rosenthal,
MScEd
Founder and Director
