Nurturing Your Passion for Holistic Nutrition + Culinary Arts

Bauman College Blog

Discover a place where your love for holistic nutrition and culinary arts finds its home. At Bauman College, we’re more than a vocational school; we’re a community of like-minded individuals who believe in the power of nourishment. Immerse yourself in a journey that blends science, taste, and creativity, guiding you toward a rewarding career that embraces wellness, sustainability, and the joy of good food. Explore our blog to stay connected with the latest trends, inspiring stories, and expert insights from the heart of holistic nutrition and culinary arts.

Dr. Ed Bauman’s Legacy and the Founding Philosophy of Bauman College

For over 50 years, Dr. Ed Bauman has been a luminary in the holistic health and nutrition movement. A champion for wellness as an innate human right, he holds multiple... Read More

Grilled Peach & Green Chickpea Salad by Chef Carrie Bonfitto

This Salad Has Peachy Power: A Perimenopause-Friendly Recipe At times, the kitchen can be an intense place to work. Ovens set to over 400 degrees, pots of steaming water standing... Read More

Alumni Spotlight: Jody Perrecone

What is your name and occupation? Jody Perrecone, Certified Nutrition Consultant Where are you from originally and what led you to Bauman College? I am from Rockford, Illinois, which is… Read More

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Brown Lentil Miso Spread

Looking for an alternative to hummus for your next dinner party? This Brown Lentil Miso Spread is the perfect umami complement to veggies, crackers, or even sandwiches. Miso is a… Read More

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Alumni Spotlight + Recipe: Claire McCann

My name is Claire McCann and I am a Natural Chef and the Kitchen Manager at Bauman College. I always dreamt of going to culinary school, but I knew there… Read More

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From “Say What!” to “Aww, Thanks”: The Idli Story

By Lavanya Srinivasan, Nutrition Consultant student Idlis, or savory rice cakes, are made from a combination of soaked lentils and parboiled rice that is ground and then fermented overnight. Growing up, I… Read More

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Spring Out on These Vegetables

Written by Lyssandra Guerra, Nutrition Consultant graduate This article was originally featured on Lyssandra’s Native Palms Nutrition blog. It has been re-posted with permission from the author. If you haven’t… Read More

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What Are Macronutrients?

Macronutrients are nutritional components that are required by the body in large amounts and also provide calories (or energy) [1]. Every food we eat contains a combination of 3 macronutrients:… Read More

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Student Spotlight + Recipe: Alana Haldan

My name is Alana Haldan and I am a Natural Chef student with a passion for vegan, plant-based cooking, fermentation, and raw foods. Before diving into the culinary world, I… Read More

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Edible Answers to Insomnia?

A Search for Nutritional Solutions for Sleepless Nights Written and illustrated by Lila Volkas, Nutrition Consultant student This article was originally featured on KQED’s Bay Area Bites blog. It has been… Read More

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Black Bean Brownies

By Nina Johnson, NC, CPT Nina is a recent graduate of Bauman College’s Nutrition Consultant via Distance Learning Training Program, a professional member of National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP), and… Read More

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Yam + Seed Spread

An unusual, delicious, and exotic spread that will delight the senses with its savory and sweet notes. Try it on flatbread, crackers, or whole-grain bread, or simply enjoy by the… Read More

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