In this episode of Made for Health, Dr. Aaron Hartman is joined by Shelly Rose, a nutritionist and culinary instructor, for an inspiring discussion on the power of food as medicine and how transforming your kitchen can transform your health.

Shelly shares her personal health journey and how it led her to reimagine cooking as a pathway to healing. She offers practical strategies for meal planning, tips for gradually replacing processed foods with whole, nutrient-dense ingredients, and insights into women’s hormone health and protein needs. Together, they highlight how sourcing quality foods, cultivating a supportive kitchen environment, and letting go of perfectionism can empower sustainable, life-changing nutrition habits.

This episode is packed with actionable steps for anyone looking to make food not just a daily necessity, but a foundation for vibrant health.

✅ Show Highlights:

• Shelly’s journey from health challenges to healing through food
• How to create a kitchen that supports wellness and sustainability
• Meal planning strategies to make healthy eating realistic
• The role of protein and nutrient-dense foods in women’s hormone health
• Sourcing high-quality, whole ingredients—and why it matters
• Overcoming perfectionism and embracing progress over perfection
• How to personalize nutrition for your body and lifestyle

💡 In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why food is one of the most powerful medicines available to us
• How to approach meal planning without overwhelm
• The nutritional foundations of hormone balance and long-term wellness
• Why perfection is the enemy of consistency when it comes to healthy eatin
• How to make small, intentional changes that lead to big results

🌐 Resources & Links:

• Shelly Rose – Pure Roots Nutrition: purerootsnutrition.com
• Dr. Aaron Hartman – Richmond Functional Medicine: richmondfunctionalmedicine.com
• YouTube – Aaron Hartman, MD: @AaronHartmanMD
• LinkedIn – Dr. Aaron Hartman: Connect Here

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