Nurturing Your Passion for Holistic Nutrition + Culinary Arts

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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.

Authority Magazine | How Chef Carrie Bonfitto Is Helping To Promote Healthy Eating

Chef Carrie Bonfitto, NC, BCHN, and Bauman College’s Holistic Chef Program Manager, was interviewed by Authority Magazine as part of their interview series called, “Chefs and Restaurateurs Helping To Promote... Read More

Pumpkin and Black Bean Chili by Chef Martina Russial

Ah Autumn! The colors are brilliant, leaves are rustling, the air is cooling. Time to get cozy! It’s the season to add warming meals like soups, stews and roasted vegetables... Read More

Making the Most of Breakfast and Lunch

Healthy Meal Options for Children Fall is in full swing, the school year is finally upon us, and our to-do lists are growing by the minute. Extracurricular activities, busy work… Read More

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10 Eating for Health Tips

A meal is more than the food choices you make. It is a process that evolves from the time the food is prepared to the time it hits your taste… Read More

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Oats: Do They or Don’t They Belong in a Gluten-Free Diet?

By Jodi Friedlander, N.C. November 10, 2013 Are you confused as to whether oats, even those that are certified gluten-free, can be tolerated by people with celiac disease and other forms… Read More

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Eating Tips for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

By Mira Dessy, Certified Nutrition Educator As the days get shorter, some people also transition into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression that may affect as many as seven out of… Read More

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Addressing the Issue of Arsenic in Rice

By Edward Bauman, M.Ed, Ph.D. and Jodi Friedlander, M.S., N.C. In the 1944 cinematic comedy Arsenic and Old Lace, two elderly maidens “charitably” murder lonely old bachelors with glasses of arsenic-tainted… Read More

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Saturated Fats: Separating Myth from Fact

By Jodi Friedlander, N.C. Due to studies first undertaken in the 1950s, it has been generally accepted that consuming saturated fats and dietary cholesterol will lead to increased serum cholesterol,… Read More

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Nutritious Spins on Old Favorites

By Jimmy Wilson, N.C. One of the biggest misconceptions about shifting to an Eating for Health diet is that you’ll be forced to give up your favorite foods. Our societal… Read More

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Holistic Nutrition Comes of Age

By Dr. By Edward Bauman, M.Ed., Ph.D. Holistic Nutrition: A 40-Year Review with a Glimpse Forward Eating a yummy homemade dinner—such as a spring greens salad with a lemon artichoke heart dressing,… Read More

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Microwave Ovens: What Do We Really Know?

By Jodi Friedlander, NC Curriculum Consultant, Bauman College The subject of the safety of microwave oven use can cause heated debate. It seems that most people I speak with in… Read More

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Bauman College Vital Scoop Recipes

The Bauman College Vital Scoop is a delicious booster food that allows us to easily and delectably increase the nutritive value of our sweet and savory dishes. It’s a great… Read More

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