Empowering Our Youth Through Nutrition

"My vision is to create a line of nutrient-dense snacks and beverages specifically designed for children, serving as a healthy antidote to the pervasive artificial and processed food culture. Alongside this product line, I want to provide educational resources that help children understand food as fuel. We need to reframe how our youth think about artificial flavors, colors, and ingredients, illustrating the detrimental effects these substances can have on their bodies and minds, including inflammation and its consequences. Through engaging educational videos, insightful podcast interviews with influential figures, and our nutritionally rich products, we will equip the next generation with the knowledge that their daily food choices significantly impact their mental and physical health. Traditional methods of youth wellness often embrace an "all or nothing" mentality—meaning go big or go home. However, I believe in a different approach: striving to be just 1% better every day. By focusing on making small, consistent choices that improve physical and mental performance, these incremental changes will close the gap of nutritional deficiencies affecting our youth and lead to a healthier future for generations to come.

By educating them on concepts like the glycemic index, energy in versus energy out ratios, and energy conversion, we can explain that food can either fuel their ambitions or diminish their vitality. By teaching them the importance of what they consume, we will empower them to make informed choices about their diets now and as they grow into adult hood.

The educational content will also remind our kids that they are the future leaders, innovators, and creators of tomorrow. By choosing foods that nourish their bodies and minds, they will be equipped with the tools necessary to contribute positively to the world. And we will inspire a generation that recognizes the power of nutrition in shaping their destinies and making the world a better place."

-Amber Owens, Founder Empowered Nutrition Company

Uniting for a Healthier Future: Empowering Our Youth Through Nutrition

At Empowered Nutrition Company, we are passionate about promoting a holistic approach to nutrition.

Did you know that a deficiency in essential vitamins and minerals can lead to a host of health issues, particularly among our youth. Research indicates that inadequate levels of vitamins such as B12, B6, zinc, and vitamin D are linked to conditions like ADHD, hyperactivity, depression, and anxiety. Furthermore, numerous studies have established connections between nutritional deficiencies and disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), obesity, inflammatory diseases, and immune system disorders.

For instance, did you know that a lack of omega-3 fatty acids has been associated with behavioral issues, learning difficulties, mood disorders, vision problems, and even asthma? A significant report from the state of California, involving contributions from UC Berkeley and UC Davis, confirmed what many have long suspected: the consumption of synthetic food dyes can contribute to hyperactivity and other neurobehavioral problems in children. Alarmingly, the report highlighted that current federal regulations regarding the safe consumption levels of these dyes may not adequately reflect the latest research, potentially putting children’s behavioral health at risk.

Given these alarming insights, I am committed to a two-method solution: developing a nutritionally dense product line for youth and launching educational initiatives to reshape how our children view the artificial and processed food culture.

Our Specialties

Digestive Wellness

Food Allergies & Sensitivities

Healthy Cooking & Meal Planning

Diets & Detoxing

Elimination Diets