A curated collection of films, talks, and books that have shaped the Verdant Natural philosophy — and may just change the way you think about food, health, and yourself.
These are not textbooks or clinical guides. They are stories, conversations, and ideas that have the power to shift your perspective. Whether you watch one documentary or read one chapter, you may find yourself thinking differently about the choices you make every day.
Morgan Spurlock eats nothing but McDonald's for 30 days and documents the alarming effects on his physical and mental health. A landmark film that sparked a national conversation about fast food, corporate responsibility, and what we put in our bodies.
A visceral, eye-opening look at how ultra-processed food affects the body — and a powerful motivator for change.
Available on Amazon Prime, YouTube, and Tubi.
An unflinching look at the American food industry — how it operates, who controls it, and what it means for the health of consumers, workers, and the environment. This film will change the way you look at your grocery store.
Understanding where your food comes from is the first step toward making more intentional choices. This film makes that case compellingly.
Available on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.
Renowned therapist Marisa Peer guides you through a powerful meditation built around one core belief: you are enough. This practice addresses the root of many self-sabotaging behaviors around food, body image, and self-worth.
So much of our relationship with food is tied to how we feel about ourselves. This meditation is a gentle but profound place to start.
One of the most-watched TED Talks of all time. Brené Brown's research on vulnerability, shame, and human connection has changed how millions of people understand themselves and their relationships — including their relationship with food and their bodies.
Emotional eating, people-pleasing, and perfectionism all have roots in vulnerability. This talk is a compassionate entry point into understanding why.
Joshua Rosenthal
The foundational text behind the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where this coaching practice is rooted. Rosenthal introduces the concept of Primary Food — the idea that relationships, career, spirituality, and physical activity nourish us just as much as what we eat.
This book is the backbone of the Verdant Natural approach. It reframes health as something that encompasses your whole life, not just your plate.
Carol S. Dweck
Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck's research on fixed vs. growth mindsets has transformed how we think about learning, achievement, and change. Her findings apply directly to health behavior — why some people sustain change and others don't.
Lasting health change requires a shift in how you think about yourself and your capacity to grow. This book gives you the framework to make that shift.
These resources inform the Verdant Natural Wellness approach to naturopathic wellness and integrative health. In a session we can dig into what resonates with you and use it to shape a wellness plan that fits your life.
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